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Steinberg ends support for VST2 interface
Steinberg announced that they would no longer continue to develop and maintain the VST 2 software interface but focus efforts entirely on the Software Development Kit (SDK) development of VST 3. All Steinberg host applications will remain VST 2 compatible.
Novation Announces Launchkey Mini Instrument/Controller
Novation is pleased to announce the release of Launchkey Mini, a compact new mini-key instrument/controller. It works immediately with the new Novation Launchpad and Launchkey iPad apps, and delivers hands-on control of major Mac and Windows-based music software including Ableton Live, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Cubase, Reason, and Logic.
The Academy of Electronic Music is Live!
Today the Academy of Electronic Music has been launched, by Google, Armada Music, Point Blank and DJ Mag. The Academy of Electronic Music is a social music school that connects electronic music makers & lovers from around the globe, finding and developing the next generation of superstar DJ’s and producers. Discover new tracks from upcoming talents. If you are a producer: submit your own and take your chance to get your track released by Armada Music. Learn from the best via live Hangouts with famous DJ’s and producers and connect with each other through the AEM Google+ Community.
U-he Satin Tape Machine coming very soon
Urs Heckman has announced that coming september 9th, his anticipated new Tape Delay plugin Satin will be released. This tape effects plugin will be available for Mac OSX and Windows PC, with 64-bit support for both platforms. VST, VST3 and AU versions are included. The version for Pro Tools 11 (AAX support) is still in development.
Blend vintage analog and modern club with Fuzion sounds for Tone2 Taurus
Fuzion takes you on a voyage into an analog world filled with immense arpeggios, cascading melodies, shimmering pads, ground shaking bass and funk driven synths. An inspiring collection of 150 carefully designed presets, that will enrich your productions with an old school sound, infused with a modern twist. Utilizing Saurus‘ many analog flavors, Fuzion is perfect for mainstream club tracks or new school Electronica.
Electro-Harmonix introduce East River Drive pedal
Expanding its range of overdrive, fuzz and distortion pedals that began with the iconic LPB-1 Linear Power Booster and Big Muff Pi, Electro-Harmonix now introduces its first pedal designed around a JRC4558 integrated circuit: the East River Drive. Those in the know about New York City and the NYC-based EHX will recognize that the pedal was named after the river which separates the boroughs of Manhattan and Queens and the eponymously named “Drive” that enables New Yorkers to motor along it.
Impact Soundworks Releases CURIO: Cinematic Toy Piano for Kontakt
Impact Soundworks, LLC released today “CURIO”, a new virtual instrument compilation for Kontakt 4+ featuring a deeply sampled, prepared, and deconstructed toy piano conceptualized and recorded by sound designer Ali Lacey.
Good deal at Ableton – 25% Off All Software
From now through September 5, all software in the Ableton webshop is 25% off. Whether you’re new to the world of Ableton and want to purchase Live, looking to upgrade to Live 9, or want to expand your sounds with some premium Live Packs, there’s something for you in this sale.
Elektron spotlight on Mumdance
Elektron took the time to talk to electronic music artist Mumdance, a.k.a. Jack Adams. He is totally focused on the raw essentials in music. With a few pieces of select gear he pulls off his no-frills tech grooves and, seemingly without effort, it all falls into place. Back to the roots!
Reaper 4.5 Update Available Now
REAPER is digital audio workstation software: a complete multitrack audio and MIDI recording, editing, processing, mixing, and mastering environment. Cockos have announced the availability of version 4.5 and is avialable as download on the website.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #168
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.
Solid State Logic Sigma Summing Engine shipping soon
Solid State Logic have announced that their new summing engine Sigma will be shipping at the end of next week. Designed for the DAW user that seeks the legendary big sound of an SSL console while retaining the convenience of working in the box, Sigma is a unique DAW automated SuperAnalogue summing engine.
PreSonus StudioLive AI-Series Digital Mixers with Active Integration Announced
PreSonus announced its new series of StudioLive™ AI hardware/software digital mixing and recording systems, each with Active Integration™ technology. StudioLive AI-series mixers retain the same surface-driven functionality that made StudioLive mixers famous, while adding even more processing power, enhanced workflow features, and Active Integration technology. Like the original StudioLive series, they’re incredibly intuitive and easy to learn and use.
Presonus Studio One update 2.6 available now
Presonus have updated and are now shipping Studio One 2.6, a significant upgrade to the company’s award-winning digital audio workstation software for Mac and Windows that adds groundbreaking integration with PreSonus StudioLive AI-series mixers, Nimbit, and SoundCloud and more than 50 other improvements and workflow enhancements.
Kurzweil introduces the new Artis Stage Piano
Kurzweil is proud to announce the release of the Artis Stage Piano, which features an impressive new grand piano along with a wide selection of sounds from the acclaimed PC3 sound set. The Artis is a capable all-in-one gig machine, with astonishing sound quality, 128-voice polyphony, 88-note hammer weighted action and a friendly user interface.