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Novation releases Daniel Fisher UltraNova Soundpack (Vol. 1)

Novation are pleased to announce the launch of the Daniel Fisher Soundpack (Vol. 1) for UltraNova. It’s free for all UltraNova users and it comprises 30 sounds by one of the industry’s most talented sound designers. This soundpack is the latest in a series of free sounds from renowned artists and sound designers, made exclusively for Novation’s UltraNova synthesizer. Daniel has focused his energy on the incredible potential of the Novation UltraNova in a series of four soundpacks, which will be released throughout early 2012. These sounds reflect the skills and experience of Daniel’s 30+ years in the soundware industry. 

Clavia unveil the Nord Drum

Clavia unveil the Nord Drum

The Nord Drum is a revolutionary 4-channel drum synthesizer that is the result of a creative collaboration between Clavia and drum/music technology enthusiasts Bruniusson & Berg. With an amazingly vast sonic palette and an astounding level of playability it is guaranteed to change your perception of what’s possible with synthetic, sample-free percussion.

A&H to launch two new ZED models

A&H to launch two new ZED models

Allen & Heath has added two new models to its ZED range of multi-purpose live sound and recording mixers. The new ZED-16FX and ZED-18 each have 10 fully-featured mono channels and 3 or 4 dual stereo channels, respectively, fulfilling the demand for increased channel counts in a compact format.

The Future Of Traktor by NI

Spring 2012 will bring another major innovation from the team behind TRAKTOR. In this exclusive preview, you can take a sneak peek at the new TRAKTOR software and controller — and the birth of a groundbreaking new workflow. Stylish multi-color pads trigger loops and samples, allowing for on-the-fly remixing. Watch the video and see how a DJ set can become a powerfully creative live performance.

Livid Instruments unveils the CNTRL:R

Livid Instruments unveils the CNTRL:R

CNTRL:R is a contemporary MIDI performance instrument for creative music production. Housed in a lightweight aluminum body, this controller is ideal for live performance and studio production. Create rhythms, sequence and perform drums, launch clips, mix tracks, and have complete control over your performance with CNTRL:R’s advanced set of features. High quality faders, push button encoders, rotary knobs, expression pedal inputs, and keypads backed with RGB lights give you all the controls you need for an interactive performance. With scripts available for Ableton Live and NI Traktor, the CNTRL:R meets the needs of anyone looking to perform electronic music. CNTRL:R is designed and hand crafted in Austin, TX.