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Sonic Charge Permut8 VST Plugin – Features Overview Video
Below is an overview video of Sonic Charge’s ‘Permut8‘ signal processing VST plugin with producer Dom Kane. Permut8 is an effect plug-in that embraces the sounds of primitive digital signal processing hardware. It is programmable to produce a wide range of effects from traditional delays and flangers to beat-repeaters, bit-crushers and yet unheard of circuit bent madness. At its core is a 12-bit digital delay with variable sample rate from 0 to 352 khz. The delay is controlled by a programmable processor with an assortment of operators, allowing you to create almost any type of effect you can imagine and many more that you can’t. The input and output stages offers virtual analog components for saturation, limiting and filtering. The output can be fed back into the input to create echoes, comb-filter effects and never-ending chaos.
Dave Clarke and the Denon DJ SC2900
Just last week we had the pleasure to see mr. Dave Clarke performing at the Amsterdam Dance Event. It was quite the night and we enjoyed the performance of him and all the other DJs. Next to showcase ringmaster Dave Clarke, the Melkweg venue underwent performances by Chicago’s finest Green Velvet, one of house music’s true pioneers DJ Sneak, the Detroit collective Octave One, Berlin based Marcel Fengler, Dutch leading tech lady Estroe, Clone Records artist Blawan and Dutchman Roger Gerressen.
Serpent Audio announces Splice Compressor
Serpent Audio is proud to announce the “Splice” Dual FET Compressor. Inspired by a classic, the goal was to deliver, as close as possible, “that famous FET sound” in a 500 module, while also developing something new and unique. After over a year of research and development, the Splice was born, combining premium vintage sound and a vast array of features, truly pushing the limits of what is possible in the 500 format. With the ability to switch between Classic “Black” and “Blue” modes, or splice different input and output sections of the audio path together for entirely new sounds [completely unique to the Splice], the Splice brings new meaning to flexibility.
Grace Design Announces m905 Reference Monitor Controller
Grace Design have recently announced a new reference monitor controller. The m905 is their second generation stereo monitor controller, engineered from the ground up to provide unrivaled audio playback performance with a comprehensive and intuitive feature set.
Ableton Live 9 screenshots leaked!
djtechtools.com got the scoop about what seems to be leaked screenshots of the new Ableton 9. From a good contact we know there is something cooking and a few months ago he/she confirmed that there will be a new version soon.
Update: video added to the post
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday
These are the 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.
New Apogee Symphony I/O Configurations and Pricing Available
Apogee Electronics is pleased to announce Symphony I/O, the company’s flagship audio interface, is now available in select configurations at incredible new prices. Introduced in July 2010, Symphony I/O quickly became the industry standard for professional multi-channel recording. Now in its third successful year, Apogee has the opportunity to realize the benefits of higher production volumes and lower costs and pass the savings on to its customers. Additionally, the new pricing and configuration structure will simplify the customer buying experience with clear, scalable choices.
Something For The Weekend: Roger Linn Ideas that never made it!
Normally we show you an interesting video on something that we think is interesting to watch. However this week we have something very interesting but just not on video. Below are some renderings and images of some product ideas by Roger Linn that for various reasons never made it to production.
Coming Soon: Serato DJ – Screenshots
With the past announcement of the Pioneer DDJ-SX DJ controller there was also the announcement of the new Serato DJ software. The Pioneer controller will be a dedicated Serato DJ controller. Serato DJ delivers all the features and performance to meet the demands of DJs at the top of their game and sets the new standard for controller DJs. The software will be released on November 1st, as will the DDJ-SX.
Propellerhead Soul School 2 Refill – Demo Tracks
This week Propellerhead Software announced the Soul School 2 ReFill for Reason, Propellerhead’s award-winning music production system. As the sequel to its best-selling Soul School ReFill, Soul School 2 is an organic sounding and extremely flexible collection of soul loops and samples. A perfect starting point for song creation, creating new instrument performances with a vintage sound, or adding “classic spice” to any style of music.
AmpliTube Custom Shop 3.9 adds new cabinets
IK Multimedia have released an update for their AmpliTube Custom Shop. This new version 3.9 brings with it awesome new amp and cabinet models from Orange and Carvin that are available for in-app purchase. If you want try before you buy, you can test drive fully working versions of any of our gear models for two days, giving you ample time to decide if they’re right for you. Download the free update of AmpliTube Custom Shop 3.9, and check out the latest gear.
Arturia releases Hip Hop Essentials Expansion Pack for SPARK
Arturia is proud to announce availability of Hip Hop Essentials, the latest Expansion Pack for its highly-creative SPARK Creative Drum Machine hybrid hardware/software beat production centre, as of October 15.
Pioneer releases stylish white editions of HDJ-2000 and HDJ-1500
As they always do, Pioneer has also announced different color settings for their pro DJ headphones, HDJ-2000 and HDJ-1500. Both the new HDJ-2000-W and HDJ-1500-W will be available at the end of this year with suggested retail prices of $450 (320 Euro) and $209 (189 Euro) respectively.
Learn from the Pros – Free Melodyne seminars from Celemony
Melodyne offers unique possibilities for the enhancement of audio – from vocal tuning to rhythmic editing and even harmonic restructuring. In the course of a series of free seminars, Celemony explains how to make effective use of these possibilities to correct and polish recordings. The free Melodyne seminars are being staged with the cooperation of the SAE Institute on SAE schools in a number of European countries from the end of October to the beginning of December. All Melodyne users as well as anyone else interested in the subject are welcome to attend.
Update for IK Multimedia VocaLive app available
IK Multimedia is proud to release a new version of VocaLive, the professional vocal effects processing app for iPhone/iPod touch/iPad. This major update includes enhanced control features, more intuitive Graphic User Interface and functionality and expanded compatibility with hardware devices giving performers even more versatility and options for virtually any singing/performance situation. Also compatible with IK’s iRig Mic, iRig PRE or iRig Mic Cast, VocaLive is the go-to mobile effects processor for vocal recording and performance.