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Denon DJ introduces ENGINE for Mac/PC/iPad
Engine is the brand new music management platform developed by Denon DJ. Designed to work with the new range of “ENGINE inside” Denon DJ products, ENGINE can be installed on MAC, PC and iPad®(Free download required from the App Store℠ ), and simplifies the lives of performance DJ’s using a combination of lightning fast search rate, cleverly defined search fields and music sharing between linked machines.
Pioneer unveils black chrome version of HDJ-2000 Headphones
Pioneer’s flagship headphones, the HDJ-2000s, have long been favourites among those who demand both style and sound quality. And now DJs and producers have even more choice as Pioneer launches a black chrome model – for headphones that are as easy on the eye as they are on the ear.
FabFilter Saturn distortion and saturation plug-in released
FabFilter releases a brand-new addition to its line of creative effect plug-ins: FabFilter Saturn, a multi-band distortion and saturation plug-in. A great variety of distortion styles from subtle tape simulation to full-on multi-band guitar amp mayhem, combined with endless modulation options and a streamlined, uncluttered interface promise FabFilter Saturn a place among the stars.
Gearjunkies at MusikMesse
The time is almost there again, MusikMesse 2012 will be held from the 21st until the 24th of March, and Gearjunkies will be there to spot all the news from the first hand! With out team of reporters, we’ll be strolling around the show, trying to get out hands and camera’s on the newest gear.
Arturia introduces SPARK Vintage Drum Machines
Arturia announces the release of SPARK Vintage Drum Machines, a software that brings 30 legendary drum machines to the musician. Intuitive and powerful, Spark Vintage Drum Machines is much more than the typical sample players available on the market. By mixing high quality samples and virtual analog synthesis (based on TAE®), this software manages to capture the unique soul of these instruments.
lpTouch – iPad Controller for Logic Pro
Harmony Systems announced the worldwide availability of Delora lpTouch, an iPad application that functions as a remote controller for the Apple Logic Pro application program on a Mac. lpTouch is an intuitive, powerful control surface app optimized for use with Logic. It uses Logic’s built-in Open Sound Control (OSC) control surface support, so all that’s needed is a working Wi-Fi connection between the Mac and iPad.
Fabfilter Saturn Announced
In a couple of days Fabfilter will expand their great line of software products with the Fabfilter Saturn plugin. FabFilter Saturn is a high quality multi-band distortion and saturation plug-in. On march 8th we will know more about this new product and, of course, will share it with you.
Rob Papen introduces Blade additive synthesis instrument
Borne of a synth fanaticism of epic proportions and forged in the darkest depths of a legend’s mind, BLADE rises to rid the planet of mundane music…
DJ Switch vs. Denon DJ SC3900 Digital Turntable – Video
Three time DMC World Champion DJ Switch skratches a funky mix on the NEW Denon DJ SC3900 – Digital Media Controller with 9-inch active platter.
Universal Audio Unveils Apollo Audio Interface With Realtime UAD Processing
Universal Audio (UA), a leading manufacturer of professional audio recording hardware and software, is proud to announce Apollo, a high-resolution audio interface that combines UA’s analog design heritage with esteemed UAD Powered Plug-Ins in a sleek, elegant recording system for Mac and PC*. With Apollo, music producers and performers can finally track through UAD Powered Plug-Ins in real time, via a professional 18 x 24 FireWire/Thunderbolt™-ready audio interface that delivers class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz sound quality.
Camel Audio releases three new powered by Alchemy sound libraries
Camel Audio is proud to announce availability of three highly-affordable additions to its ‘powered by Alchemy’ range of sound libraries, each working as a standalone software instrument when used with the included free ‘host’ Alchemy Player, allowing users to tweak the sounds using its performance controls and remix pad…
Gotye and Novation – Launchpad with Bass Station in Live Rig
Like many musical sensations, Gotye (aka. Wally De Backer), got his big break with a little help from YouTube. It was the imaginative music video for his single ‘Somebody That I Used To Know’, featuring Kiwi singer Kimbra, that first boosted his profile to near-astronomical levels (of course, it’s a great song too). With a rapidly rising 91 million YouTube hits and gargantuan chart success around the world — including number one chart positions in the UK, Australia, Germany and on the US Billboard Alternative Chart — Gotye is almost certain to be here to stay.
Plugin Alliance announces availability of Maag Audio first plug-in
American elite audio gear manufacturer Mäag Audio’s first plug-in, developed in collaboration with Plugin Alliance.
Steinberg updates Cubase 6 and Cubase Artist 6
Steinberg today released Cubase 6.5, a significant update to its award-winning music production system. With new VST synthesizers, effects and enhancements that boost productivity and extend the already formidable feature set of Cubase 6, version 6.5 incorporates everything and more to assist musicians, composers and producers in realizing their creative visions within a professional setting.
Toontrack EZmix 2 – Out Now
Following the success of Toontrack’s EZmix, the new and completely overhauled EZmix 2 continues to build on the same fundamental idea: having pro-designed effect chains for instruments and channels found in every recording session combined in one powerful mixing tool. With the vast collection of ready-made presets, mixing music is not only easy and incredibly fast – you end up with results second to none.