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Pro Tools 11 compatibility with AAX Updater for Arturia Instruments
As of October 2011 — when Avid introduced its advanced AAX (Avid Audio Xtension) plug-in format with Pro Tools 10 to offer better workflows and sound parity when sharing sessions between DSP-accelerated and DSP-based Pro Tools systems — Arturia software instrument users could still run RTAS versions of their precious plug-ins within Pro Tools 10. This is no longer the case with Pro Tools 11.
Traktor Pro 2.6.2. with Kontrol Z1 support and Remix Decks Unlocked
Native Instruments have released version 2.6.2. of the Traktor Pro software. It is a usual (maintenance) update like many others, except for a few details. This version lets you unlock the Remix Decks. Now these decks can be mapped to all controllers. Previously this was only possible with Native’s own F1 controller. Next to this unlocking feature, the software also supports the new Kontrol Z1 mixer.
Native Instruments expands Discover Series with Sounds of CUBA
Native Instruments today introduced the latest installment of their DISCOVERY SERIES – the range of KONTAKT Instruments based around specific musically vibrant locations. DISCOVERY SERIES – CUBA celebrates the sounds of the master musicians of Havana – rich, varied, and joyful music that encompasses the melodic and rhythmic traits of son, rumba, salsa and merengue. KONTAKT users can now add the special flavor of Cuba to almost any production style – from house and techno to pop, indie, and world styles.
Sync Rekordbox and NI Traktor with Rekord Buddy
Rekord Buddy is the world’s most advanced syncing tool for Traktor and Rekordbox. Whether you’re a Traktor DJ who wants the flexibility of using CDJs for some of your gigs, a Rekordbox DJ who wants to give Traktor a try or a regular user of both programs, Rekord Buddy is the simplest and most powerful way to keep your music collections in sync at all times.
Korg Volca BEAT – Video Overview
One of the nicest surprises and unexpected new products was the Korg Volca series of small analog instruments at the past MusikMesse in Frankfurt. The volca series is a new line up consisting of three units: the volca Keys lead Synthesizer, the volca Bass synthesizer, and the volca Beats rhythm machine. These units let you create a diverse array of fat sounds that can only be obtained from an analog synthesizer; and you can generate intuitive phrase performances using the loop sequencer. Multiple units can be used in tandem, or together with your DAW software.
Korg classic Mono-Poly Available As Propellerhead Rack Extension
Mono/Poly for Reason uses Korg’s proprietary CMT (Component Modeling Technology) to precisely model the electronic circuitry of the original analog instrument, capturing the exact sound and parameter response of the original. Originally introduced as part of Korg’ s Legacy Collection, Mono/Poly can now be integrated into Reason as a Rack Extension.
Sonalksis Plug-Ins Explained by Groove 3
Groove 3 have cooked up something special for Sonalksis users! Right now you can get their “Sonalksis Plug-Ins Explained” video tutorials at an amazing price during their month long “The More You Spend, The More You Save” sale. Spend $25 and get 10% off, spend $50 and get 20% off, and spend $75 or more and get a whopping 33% off your entire order. Just add products to your cart and the discounts are automatically applied.
Slate Digital Introduces Virtual Buss Compressors
Virtual Buss Compressors comprises three unique sounding, 100% analog modeled dynamic processors that are ideal for program material including full mixes, mastering, drums, group mixes, and more. Every nuance of real analog compressors has been modeled; including the exact nonlinear characteristics of their transformers, tubes, VCAs, amplifiers, phase distortions, harmonic distortions, and timing.
ART Introduces Autotune Equipped Tube Preamp
The Auto-Tune Pre combines an ART tube preamp channel with integrated Antares Auto-Tune® processing in a compact accessible package ideal for studio or stage. Now live artists can easily add high quality Antares pitch processing without the complexity and cost of an external computer and software.
Radial introduces the StageDirect – muting direct box
Radial Engineering is pleased to announce the StageDirect – a unique direct box that combines all of the standard features one would find in a DI with the added convenience of being able to mute the signal using a footswitch for silent on-stage tuning or to quietly switch instruments without having to turn down the PA system or put the stage amp on standby.
Blue Cat Audio Updates 12 Audio Plug-Ins – PT11 Support
Blue Cat Audio has released a new version of twelve of its professional audio plug-ins: Blue Cat’s DP Meter Pro (audio levels meter), FreqAnalyst Multi (multiple tracks spectrum analyzer), Oscilloscope Multi (multiple tracks waveform visualizer), StereoScope Multi (multiple tracks stereo field analyzer), Blue Cat’s Protector (zero latency brickwall limiter), Blue Cat’s Liny EQ (low latency linear phase EQ), and the complete Blue Cat’s Freeware Pack (6 free plug-ins) are now available for Pro Tools 11.
FabFilter releases updates for all plugins
FabFilter has updated all plug-ins to add 64-bit AAX support, enabling all FabFilter users to start working with Pro Tools 11 immediately after its release. The update also includes various bug fixes and small improvements that benefit all plug-in formats.
algoriddim vjay for free this week!
Meet the all-new vjay, enhanced for iPhone and iPad! It’s our biggest update yet. Take your video mash-ups to another level with unprecedented tools to seamlessly mix and scratch video content just as a DJ would with music. Update today! Loving vjay? Be the first to tell your friends that vjay is currently available free for one week, as it was just picked App of the Week on the App Store worldwide!
Something For The Weekend: The Office Vinyl Turntable
Cleaver people with their cleaver ideas! The people at Kontor Records wanted to come up with an idea to improve the result on their promo mailings. They came up with the idea to grab the attention by using good old ‘vinyl‘. But with vinyl you need a player to play the record. So they included one in the mailing.
Virsyn iVoxel Vocoder now supports Audiobus and iPhone 5
Virsyn is happy to announce Version 2.5 of iVoxel with Audiobus support and iPhone 5 graphics support.