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Roland SPD-SX Sampling Pad Available Now
Roland’s new SPD-SX Sampling Pad, a multi-pad percussion instrument with 2 GB of onboard sampling memory and three powerful effects engines, is now shipping. The SPD-SX replaces the popular SPD-S, the industry-leading sampling pad, which has been the overwhelming choice of professional drummers, percussionists, and DJs. The SPD-SX leads the way with the latest pad-sensing technology, enhanced sampling performance, an assignable click output, and a host of other features.
Electro-Harmonix Announce Analogizer and Switchblade+
Electro-Harmonix introduce two new effect pedals. The new Analogizer is an effect pedal designed to warm up the harshness of a digitally processed guitar, or for thickening up an already warm sound. It provides the organic tone and feel of an analog delay, without the long delay times. The Switchblade+ has a fully passive audio path and active LED indication, this new pedal offers a handy solution to a player’s switching needs. This pedal allows a musician to switch his signal between two different locations (A or B). This permits toggling between two amps, two effects chains or two speaker cabinets. The pedal also enables the player to send a signal to both destinations at once, i.e. A and B.
Applied Acoustics Chromaphone – Creative Percussion Synthesizer Released
Applied Acoustics Systems is pleased to announce the release of Chromaphone, a new creative percussion synthesizer for Mac OS X and Windows.
Virsyn releases Addictive Synth Version 1.2. for iPad
It was never so easy to create beautiful sounds and driving loops. The unique dynamic wavetable synthesis allows you to explore an unprecedented wide range of sonic territory. From acid loops, crystal clear percussions, realistic human choirs to complex musical sound scapes nothing seems impossible with only a handful parameters to tweak.
Himalaya Vintage for Camel Audio Alchemy and Alchemy Player Released
Camel Audio is pleased to announce the release of Himalaya: Vintage for Alchemy and the Free Alchemy Player. Himalaya: Vintage contains 150 presets and costs just 59USD / 49EUR / 39GBP.
Vince Clarke and Martin Gore join forces for new material
Mute have today announced details of the much anticipated collaboration between Vince Clarke and Martin L. Gore. For anyone with just the slightest interest in electronic music (and above the age of 30’ish) this must be great news. In any case it is to us! Below is the official press release on this re-newed collaboration between the original founders of Depeche Mode.
The Secrets of House Music Production – iPad Edition from Sample Magic
After selling 10,000+ copies of the The Secrets of House Music Production book, Sample Magic is delighted to announce the release of the all-new iPad Edition. The expanded iPad edition features all of the original content PLUS 340+ audio examples, 60+ interactive walkthroughs, 38 realtime beat-building grids, 3 full pro-track arrangements, a complete effects directory and much more.
Endavour EVO – Touch Sensitive Midi Keyboard
The Endauvour evo is a midi keyboard with something special! The keys have built-in sensors which makes them touch and pressure sensitive. No doubt that this makes things pretty interesting. More information will be revealed soon by the new company.
IK Multimedia iRig MIDI – Gearjunkies Review
IK Multimedia has established a good reputation when it comes to innovative products for the iPhone and iPad. Just think of the iRig, iKlip and the iRig Mic. This last one, iRig Mic, we have tried out at this year’s MusikMesse. To our great satisfaction we might say.
Kenton Electronics Announce Eurorack modular MIDI-to-CV convertor
Kenton Electronics is proud to announce availability of Modular Solo, a high- specification MIDI-to-CV convertor, designed specifically for use in the ‘small’ Eurorack (A100) modular synth system format (as popularised by Doepfer Musikelektronik).
Line 6 Mobile In Has Arrived
Line 6 the industry leader in digital modeling technology for musicians, announced today Mobile In™ digital input adaptor and Mobile POD® guitar tone app. The new hardware and app allow guitarists to connect an electric guitar to their iPhone or iPad, which gives them the same high-quality sounds they’d get if they were playing from a wide variety of famous guitar amplifiers, speakers and effects including distortion, chorus and reverb.
Nomad Factory Releases MAGNETIC II – Audio Tape Warming Plug-In
Nomad Factory, leader in tube emulation technology, proudly announces the launch of “MAGNETIC II“, a truly realistic “Real to Real” audio tape warming effect plug-in that gives your audio tracks the exclusive vintage tape sound which your ears crave. This effect can inject sterile audio with the warmth and character of classic tube circuitry and analog tape saturation. The plug-in features pure analog reel-to-reel tape speeds, tape/tube saturation and tape color effects, as well as a dedicated vintage style EQ and a built in Boost mastering section. The result is a creamy, warm sound that can only be achieved by MAGNETIC.
New Livid Instruments Controller – Sneak Peek
That does look mighty nice! Livid has posted this new controller on Vimeo, … and that’s about it. No info, no details. Just watch the video and see for yourself.
A day in the studio with Balance from Propellerhead
When Uprock Audio in Sacramento, California got their hands on the new Balance with Reason Essentials package they set about on a new creative project. The plan was simple enough: They wanted to record a song with a local artist, produce it, then sample it, remix it, and turn it into a second entirely new hip hop song… all in one day!
Yamaha 01V96i Digital Mixing Console Announced
The new 01V96i has been launched at InterBEE 2011, an international exhibition showcasing broadcast, video, audio and lighting equipment, held in Japan from November 16 through 18. Since its initial release in 1998, the 01V has been used in a wide variety of applications – both personal and professional – ranging from recording and production environments to live sound and installation setups. As this console has evolved over time, Yamaha has devoted itself to building a strong relationship with its customers in order to give them the features and improvements they need, enabling the 01V to remain the industry standard for compact digital mixers. Building on the proven configuration of its predecessors, the new 01V96i now offers USB 2.0 connectivity along with new multi-track recording features and improved sonic quality.