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New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #169
Below are some of the new releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days the quality of the content we use (loops and samples) equally matches the high standards of this software. Below is this weeks selection.
DigiTech introduces new Vocalist Live FX Vocal Effect Processor
The Vocalist Live FX is DigiTech‘s next generation vocal effect processor with studio quality vocal effects and new Live Adapt listening technology. When you’re on stage you need the same high performance and superior audio quality you’re accustomed to from the studio. The new Vocalist Live FX puts professional studio grade vocal effect processing at your feet on stage. Licensed Lexicon reverb, dbx compression, and Automatic Feedback Supression give you powerful tools to make every vocal performance powerful captivative, and engaging to your audience
Something For The Weekend: Kid Baltan – Song of the Second Moon
This edition of ‘Something For The Weekend‘ is rather a special and personal one. This week Dick Raaymakers (a.ka. Kid Baltan) has passed at the age of 83 years old. We are pretty sure that very little of our readers and followers will know who Kid Baltan was, but for us it was an inspiring person and also an important person when it comes to electronic music. Dick Raaymakers was a pioneer in the field of electronic music and tape music but he has also realized numerous music theater pieces and has published many theoretical essays.
Korg Introduces the KR MINI (Rhythm)
Korg is bringing back the classic rhythm machine as a mini drum machine. Energize your practices and performances with diverse rhythm patterns! The KR mini – an easy, simple and compact rhythm machine with a built-in speaker and optional battery power for play-anywhere convenience.
MOTU introduces 8pre USB 16 x 12 audio interface/optical expander
With the new MOTU 8pre you can turn your computer into a powerful digital audio workstation with eight mic inputs. Or add eight high-quality mic/instrument inputs to your current system. The new interface is shipping now.
Allen & Heath announcing the ICE-16D Multitrack Recorder
Allen & Heath has introduced the ICE-16D, an alternative version of the ICE-16 multi-track recorder launched last year. Both units are 16 In/16 Out audio interfaces, allowing performers and audio engineers to easily capture high quality multi-track recordings direct to a USB drive or interface to a computer. Additionally, the ICE-16D has balanced I/O, designed for those customers using the unit in a studio environment or requiring fully balanced inputs & outputs on AES59 standard D Sub connectors.
50th Anniversary celebration with Korg Keyboards in Limited Edition Colors
Happy Birthday to Korg! And that’s what they thought themselves to and continues its 50th anniversary celebration by offering a run of keyboards in limited edition colors: the MicroKorg and the 61-key Krome Music Workstation.
Novation Announces Launchpad Mini Controller
Wow, Novation sure is on fire! This is the third product in two days they announce. Novation introduce the Launchpad Mini: the Launchpad for the iPad Generation. Launchpad Mini is a compact version of the celebrated Novation Launchpad, featuring 64 three-colour Launch pads and 16 performance buttons that enable you to produce and perform music with your iPad® – as well as your PC or Mac – by playing loops and effects.
Philips and Armin van Buuren launch DJ sound system
News from the Gearjunkies hometown Eindhoven: Philips and Armin van Buuren are launching the M1X-DJ System. Combining a sleek design aesthetic and easy-to-use interface with innovative technology, the M1X-DJ allows anyone who wants to mix, play and share their music in one portable device. It combines a DJ controller and sound system that comes integrated with an Apple Lightning connector and Bluetooth connectivity and works seamlessly with the djay 2 app from Algoriddim.
Pioneer DDJ-SP1 add-on controller for Serato DJ
Serato DJ users can reach new heights of spontaneity and creativity as Pioneer releases the Digital DDJ-SP1: the add-on controller designed for seamless access to the software’s four decks and inspiring performance features.
IK Multimedia announces iRig PRO
IK Multimedia is proud to announce iRig PRO, the universal digital mobile audio/MIDI interface for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Mac.
Novation Announces Launch Control Compact Midi Controller
Novation is excited to announce Launch Control: a robust, compact controller with 16 assignable knobs, eight three colour launch pads, and four function keys – designed to be the perfect partner to Launchpad. Use Launch Control’s knobs for fluid control of filters, levels, and effects while you use the launch pads for muting, effects activation, or even launching clips and scenes.
Griffin Boice talks Slate Digital plugins
Hollywood Producer/Engineer/Mixer/Songwriter Griffin Boice (Black Eyed Peas, Rob Zombie, Hollywood Undead, The Saturdays, Wiz Khalifa) talks production philosophies and how Slate products have become an integral part of his process.
Allen & Heath iLive and ME manage Tindersticks anniversary show
An Allen & Heath iLive system with 18 ME-1 personal mixers were employed for a special 21st anniversary show of UK band, Tindersticks. Part of a European summer tour, the band performed a special set at the Blue Balls Festival in Lucern, Switzerland, where a 17 piece string section played alongside the regular 6 piece band.