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Traktor Pioneer DDJ-T1 Edition 2 Software Update
Pioneer‘s popular DDJ-T1 controller for users of Traktor software is about to get even better. Hot on the heels of Native Instruments release of Traktor 2, Pioneer will today update the DDJ-T1 software to Traktor Pioneer DDJ-T1 Edition 2.
Pioneer DDJ-S1 In Action with DJ Blakey
The DDJ-S1 offers familiarity, innovation and pure controllerism to maximize performance with Serato ITCH software (which is included). The perfect home or mobile DJ set-up, the DDJ-S1 features balanced XLR input/output for connection direct to professional PA equipment, and a microphone talk-over feature to make MC’ing a breeze. Add to this the simple Plug and Play connection, amazing software features and superior hardware control, and the Pioneer DDJ-S1 is a major force to be reckoned with.
New Seymour Duncan and Orange Gear Available On AmpliTube Custom Shop
IK Multimedia is proud to announce that five new gear models, designed and developed in close cooperation with Seymour Duncan® and Orange®, are now available on the AmpliTube Custom Shop. The Custom Shop in AmpliTube 3 brings an entirely new shopping experience for software plug-ins that is like visiting a real guitar store, one that is open 24/7 with a complete offering of legendary brands for building your truly custom tone from the comfort of your studio.
Forge Audio Designs announces BEAT to MIDI
BEAT to MIDI will be the first VST release from Forge Audio Designs. BEAT to MIDI is a fast acting, low overhead Beat Detection and Drum Replacement tool which producers and musicians can implement to extract MIDI data from Drum loops.
Something for the Weekend: Transformers 3 Sound Design
This is really cool. To me it looks like they have the best job in the world. The ‘sound’ people behind the movie show us details on how they recorded, editted and ‘transformed’ raw sounds into the sounds used in the movie. Coolest is the ‘dry ice on metal’ bit (around 5:20m).
RME releases a new driver generation for all current interfaces
The latest drivers for Windows and Mac PC, now available on RME‘s website for download, include several new features and even performance improvements. The updated drivers support all current interfaces, including the Fireface series, Multiface/Digiface, Babyface, and the complete line of HDSP cards, both PCI and PCI Express.
Flux IRCAM Verb Session and IRCAM HEar Released
In March 2010 Flux:: announced a partnership with IRCAM in Paris, France. IRCAM (Institute for Research and Coordination in Acoustics and Music) is one of the world’s leading public research institutes within the fields of musical expression, musical research, sound, and acoustics.
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.
Synth-Project Poly-Ana Controller – The Video
First we showed you the pictures, and now there is the video. Mario Jurisch has amde a video showing this incredibly cool DIY hardware controller for the Poly-Ana VSTi from Admiral Qualitys. The video shows us a short overview of the dimension and functions of the Poly-Ana Controller.
Olivia Broadfield talks Focusrite Saffire PRO 24
Singer/Songwriter Olivia Broadfield composes and records all her music from the confines of her home studio. At its heart is the Focusrite Saffire PRO 24. Olivia speaks to FocusriteTV about why she loves it so much.
ART Debuts Ultra Compact Ultra Affordable USB Two Channel Tube Driven Audio Interface
ART releases the first true two-channel tube preamp that is also a professional quality USB audio interface. Designed for convenience, the all new USB Dual Tube Pre allows direct connection of any microphone, instrument, or line level source directly to your computer via USB 2.0 or S/PDIF input.
Elektron Octatrack OS 1.0 is out now
Elektron Music Machines has just released OS 1.0 for their latest instrument — the Octatrack DPS-1. It is the single biggest Octatrack OS update so far and greatly improves the machine.
Native Instruments Launches Free Scratch Upgrade Special for TRAKTOR KONTROL S4
Native Instruments today launched a time-limited special offer for its acclaimed TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 DJ system. Throughout the month of July, all owners of a newly registered KONTROL S4 unit are eligible for a free “Scratch Upgrade Kit“, which allows users to mix and scratch with timecode control via directly connected turntables or CD decks.
XILS-lab SYNTHIX Available Now
Synthix is a Mac (OS X 10.3.9 and later; Audio Unit, VST, RTAS — Pro Tools 7.0 and later) and PC (Windows XP, Vista, and 7; VST, RTAS — Pro Tools 7.0 and later) compatible virtual recreation of the much-sought-after Synthex, a lush-sounding, 1982-vintage, eight-voice programmable analogue polysynth (independently designed by Mario Maggi and built by Italian home-organ manufacturer Elka), much beloved by synth luminaries of day, such as Jean-Michel Jarre, whose well-known Laser Harp performances still emanate exclusively from an awesome-sounding Synthex patch produced by one-time UK demonstrator/programmer Paul Wiffen (audible in isolation in ‘Second Rendez-Vouz’ on Jarre’s multi-million-copy-selling Rendez-Vouz album of 1986).