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Sinevibes releases two new AU plugins – Inertia and Cluster
Sinevibes are extremely happy to announce the release of two all-new (AudioUnit) plugins: Inertia envelope sequencer and Cluster animated filter.
KAOZ THEORY Expansion for Native Instruments iMASCHINE introduced
Native Instruments launched a new range of iMASCHINE Expansions with the release of KAOZ THEORY – created by the much-lauded DJ and producer Kerri ‘Kaoz’ Chandler. These new iMASCHINE Expansions will be created in collaboration with internationally renowned artists from different genres, and will be available for iMASCHINE only. Users can however export their iMaschine projects to the MASCHINE software for further editing and arranging. Native Instruments will continue to release compact iMASCHINE versions of their acclaimed iMASCHINE Expansions.
Mixvibes Cross 2.4. Update available – 4 Decks and HID control
Mixvibes have announced that a 2.4 update for the Cross DJ software is available now. Cross provides DJs with the relevant and professional tools which are needed in the modern age of Digital DJing, coupled with the best timecode Vinyl and CD emulation. Thanks to the perfect automated beat matching and new remix features, DJs can now focus on sampling, looping, audio FX and enjoy more creativity during their performances.
Focusrite releases Scarlett 18i8 and 6i6 USB Audio Interfaces
The Scarlett range of Focusrite USB audio interfaces gets extended with two new models, the 18i8 (18 in, 8 out) and the 6i6 (6-in, 6-out). Both are aimed at recording artists, producers and bands and differ primarily in their I/O configuration. Both feature award-winning Focusrite mic pres, designed specifically for Focusrite’s computer music interfaces, and Focusrite’s renowned precision 24bit/96KHz conversion for maximum transparency. In addition to Mac® or Windows® operation, both interfaces are compatible with iOS® devices like the iPad® (via an Apple iPad camera connection kit.
Hands-On-Mixing with Softube Console 1
One of products, at the past MusikMesse in Frankfurt, that took a lot of interest with the public and press was Softube’s Console 1. Which is an integrated hardware/software music mixing solution which includes a rugged hardware controller and a modeled analog console channel with some unique additions.
UAD Ocean Way Studios Dynamic Room Modeling Plug-In Available
Next to the SPL Twintube and Sonnox Oxford Inflator Plug-Ins Universal Audio is also pleased to announce the release of the groundbreaking Ocean Way Studios Plug-In for the UAD Powered Plug-Ins platform. Developed over a three-year period by UA and Allen Sides, Ocean Way Studios is an audio processing breakthrough — combining elements of room, microphone, and source modeling so tracks sound as if they were recorded in the legendary studios of Ocean Way Recording.
Universal Audio Releases SPL Twintube and Sonnox Oxford Inflator Plug-Ins
Universal Audio (UA), a leading manufacturer of professional audio recording hardware and software, is pleased to announce the release of UAD Software v7.0, featuring two new Direct Developer plug-ins — SPL TwinTube and Sonnox Oxford Inflator.
Reloop SHP-1 Studio Headphones released
Mostly known for their DJ gear, Reloop is now venturing into the market of Pro Audio and Studio gear. First off is the SHP-1, an indispensible tool that enables you to cope with your everyday studio work with perfection.
Vince Clarke meets the Arturia MiniBrute
It’s nt a real secret that Vince Clarke is one of our heroes. So the video below is a plaesure to watch as Arturia went to Vince Clarke (Depeche Mode, Yazoo, Erasure, The Assembly) to talk to this synth legend at his studio in New-York, talking about MiniBrute, his relation to synths and his up-coming projects.
Motu Digital Performer 8 for Windows available now
MOTU have announced that Digital Performer 8 is now available, for windows (and mac). Left brain, right brain. Digital Performer 8 is designed equally for both, with insiprational features devised to ignite your creative muse, combined with state-of-the-art studio production technologies engineered for the most demanding, world-class recording and production environments. Make no mistake: beneath Digital Performer’s inspired user interface lies a refined audio recording and mixing engine with uncompromising devotion to the absolute highest standards in audio quality, down to the very last sample.
Fostex introduces new PM0.4d Monitors
The new Fostex PM0.4d has been launched. The compact new Fostex PM0.4d is a successor of the to the popular PM0.4n which has been one of the best selling Fostex monitor speakers since it was launched in 2006.
Steinberg Wavelab 8 and Wavelab Elements shipping
Steinberg is happy to announce the availability of WaveLab 8 and WaveLab Elements 8, the new generation of its popular audio editing and mastering solution.
Camel Audio Alchemy Mobile v2 update for iOS available
Camel Audio is proud to announce availability of Alchemy Mobile v2, a major update to its free iOS synthesiser for iPad/iPhone. Perfect for developing song ideas on the go or in the studio, Alchemy Mobile is the mobile version of Camel Audio’s award-winning Alchemy soft synth, which can be heard on thousands of records and films by world-class artists.
A&H releases iLive firmware update
Allen & Heath has released an interim firmware update for its iLive range of digital mixing systems, v1.91, containing a series of presets created by renowned sound engineer and regular iLive user, Ben Booker.