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Official Release for Image Line Deckadance 2 DJ Software
After the recent beta test period, Image Line is excited to announce Deckadance 2 is now available for your PC or MAC from just $79 USD. Deckadance 2 is perfectly suited to today’s evolving ‘remix-style’ DJ performances and works as a stand-alone application or VST plugin in your favorite host such as FL Studio. Deckadance 2 is a free update for existing customers. Others, why not download the demo and try it out.
Voxengo Shinechilla spectral harmonics generator plugin released
Voxengo is pleased to announce the release of Shinechilla – an experimental creative sound effect plug-in for professional audio and sound production applications. Shinechilla allows you to generate and blend 2nd, 3rd and 4th harmonics with the original dry sound. The harmonic generation process offered by Shinechilla is quite unique on the plug-in market since it produces almost no intermodulation distortion.
Even more Sounds for the Elektron Octatrack – House
Octa Pak 5 – House is essential for producers looking for soulful beats and sounds. The sound pack is custom built for the Octatrack and is filled with cutting edge samples from Loopmasters, pre-arranged and loaded for ease of use.
Thomas Holmen Talks Presonus Studio One and Audiobox
Drummer Thomas Holmen is a very busy guy. As guardian of the groove for Danish pop-rock sensations Infernal, Holmen spends his days on the road, cranking a powerful backbeat for one of Denmark’s most popular bands.
Modartt releases U4 Upright Piano add-on for Pianoteq
Eagerly awaited by many Pianoteq users, Modartt proudly presents the very first upright piano model for Pianoteq, the U4 add-on. It is available for version 4.5 of Pianoteq.
Next-Generation 3D Audio Creation Platform from Fairlight and DTS
Fairlight (Australia), a leader in audio and video post production solutions and DTS, Inc. a pioneer in next generation ultra high-definition audio solutions and audio enhancement technologies today collaboratively announced the release of Fairlight’s new 3DAW, a 3D audio production platform with native MDA mixing and format support. Answering the industry’s demand for an open next-generation audio format, DTS worked with experts in the content creation community to create the MDA specification.
Pretty terrific live Skrillex – Daftpunk remix with Launchpad and Flatscreen
The video below is a great live remix of Skrillex and Daft Punk by Conte. We have posted these kind of videos earlier but Jack takes it a step further by adding some great visual FX. By placing the Launchpad ontop of the TV screen he shows some skilled timing and programming. Well, just watch. Only thing we can say that’s awesome!
SSL introduces Sigma – remote controlled analogue mix engine
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 analogue mix engine in a 2U rack unit, that is remote controlled using MIDI via Ethernet using a DAW or an iDevice compatible software interface.
Sounds of the 90s with UVI Synsations
UVI introduces a massive library inspired by four 90s classic keyboards – the Yamaha SY77, the Korg M1, the Roland D50 and the Ensoniq VFX: UVI Digital Synsations.
Something For The Weekend: Modular Synths – Benge explains …
Thanks to FutureMusicMagazine we can show a cool video on modular synths again. This time Benge shows how to create a sequence on a modular synthesizer.
Kastelheimer Veldberg XD synthesizer released
Veldberg XD is new virtual analog synthesizer based on algorithms from hardware VA synthesizers. Veldberg XD offers cold heavy and ultra sharp sound with analog sounding liquid filters and hard oscillators.
AKG Introduces new Studio Headphones: K612 and K712 Pro
AKG is showing off two new headphones for studio use at this year’s Musik Messe. The K612 PRO are High-Performance Studio Headphones, and its bigger brother the K712 Pro are Reference Studio Headphones.
U-He introduces Tape Machine Effect Plugin
At the MusikMesse Urs Heckmann is showing off his new U-he Tape Machine plugin. It is being described as “authentic tape simulation and beyond“. Meaning it is not just modelled after a vintage tape machine. With U-he Satin you will get lots of freedom to work with different settings and creat your own sound.
Selected BEHRINGER products with free Tracktion 4 DAW software
Tracktion 4, the newest generation of legendary Tracktion Music Production Software, is now bundled with a range of BEHRINGER interfaces, mixers and controllers. Effective May 1, 2013 customers who purchase qualifying BEHRINGER products will receive a FREE license for Tracktion 4 software—normally selling for $59.95. Owners of qualifying gear purchased before May 1 qualify for a generous 50% discount on the software.
MusikMesse Pictures – Part 2
In random order and without any prejudice what so ever, we have selected some pictures for you of some old and some new gear presented at the Musik Messe in Frankfurt at the moment. Our team is hard at work to get us that much wanted information and pictures from the Messe floors. This is part 2.