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Kraftwerk – KLING KLANG MACHINE App
Wow, how awesome is this? Interactive 24 hour music generator! Norman Fairbanks has developed a Kraftwerk app for the iPod and iPad. And to be clear it is an official Kraftwerk app as the ‘gentlemen’ from Kraftwerk have cooperated in the development!
MXL Introduces the New and Improved GENESIS II
MXL Microphones, the Pro Audio Division of Marshall Electronics, has broadened its collection of high-end studio recording microphones with the introduction of the GENESIS II Dual Diaphragm Tube Microphone. The GENESIS II employs the best features of the original GENESIS, with the addition of a patented new feature that allows you to choose a tonality that best captures all of your material. This feature is ideal for all voices and instruments and is sure to be revered for its attention to studio quality.
Test Celemony Melodyne for 30 days and master it the easy way
Celemony is making entry into the world of Melodyne simpler than ever before: you can try out the current version of Melodyne editor now for 30 days without any limitations on its use. Furthermore, a multi-language “First Steps” video tutorial including a demo arrangement is provided to guide users swiftly to their first taste of Melodyne success.
Synth Project The Doepfer Dark Combination
The ‘master’ of hardware DIY controllers, Mario Jurisch, has finished another project today, which is The Doepfer “Dark Combination”. Allthough, this time it is not so much a controller but a real synth as he has used three Doepfer synths into one ‘moog-like’ casing. Check out the pictures he sent us today.
Gearjunkies Interview with Mason on DJing and Producing
Mason! Maybe Hollands ‘best kept Secret’, … till now, as we are pretty much certain that they are lining up for more (musical) greatness in the future. If you’r not familiar with Mason, one of their biggest hits (to date) is Exceeder. And if that still doesn’t ring a bell, you surely will know the remix/mashup with Princess, Mason vs. Princess Superstar – Perfect (Exceeder). This track went to #3 on the UK charts in 2007. This track did top the charts in other countries as well.
Slate Digital VCC Available Now with Free iLOK2 This Week Only
It’s been called one of the most anticipated plugins of the decade. The Virtual Console Collection or “VCC” as it’s been known, captures the sound of some of the most legendary analog consoles in the industry. Using the VCC, your digital mixer will take on the life and vibe of these great desks and will give your music the depth, dimension, space, and 3D image that you have been craving!
Apogee announces Mike, a microphone for iOS
Apogee is excited for you to meet Mike, the most compact studio quality USB microphone available for iPad, iPhone and Mac. Standing roughly as tall as an iPhone, Mike by Apogee is an extremely portable, easy-to-use and powerful microphone for use with GarageBand on your favorite iOS devices.
IK Multimedia VocaLive app for iPhone Now Available
IK Multimedia is proud to announce that VocaLive™, the first professional performing and recording vocal processor app for the iPhone®, iPod touch® and iPad®, is now available for download from the iTunes App Store.
Richie Hawtin Plastikman Live stage tour
For as far I can remember Richie Hawtin a.k.a. Plastikman has been on the forefront when it comes to the usage of the latest gear innovations on stage. The video below is by Future Music. They took an exclusive tour around Plastikman’s very impressive live rig, captured here at Bestival 2010.
Wallander WI Guitar – New Music Guitar App
WI Guitar is the first truly playable virtual acoustic guitar app. Based on revolutionary patent-pending sample technology, WI Guitar has the dynamics and expressiveness of a real steel-stringed guitar, in high-quality stereo.
MOTU announces Audio Express personal studio interface
MOTU has announced the Audio Express, a 6×6 hybrid FireWire/USB 2.0 audio interface and mixer for personal studio recording and live performance mixing. The Audio Express features studio-grade sound, hands-on mixing, MIDI connectivity, and all the audio I/O needed for a well-equipped personal studio. Advanced features include front-panel control of four stereo mix busses, stand-alone mixing, digitally controlled analog trim, DDS (Direct Digital Synthesis) audio clocking for exceptionally low jitter performance, and an instrument tuner.
Eventide Space Stompbox – Video
Earlier this year Eventide announced the newest addition to its stompbox product line: Space. Space features 12 of Eventide’s signature reverb combination effects taken from the H8000FW and Eclipse V4 along with some startling new magic. These unique effects, previously available only in Eventide rack processors, are now available in a compact, roadworthy package. Never before has there been a more dazzling collection of reverb algorithms combined with delays, pitch shifting, tremolo, modulation, and spatial effects in such a compact and affordable package.
The Haken Continuum – Demo Video
Below is a video demonstrating The Haken Continuum. Designed by Dr. Lippold Haken and manufactured by Haken Audio, the Continuum Fingerboard is a musical instrument that allows unprecedented realtime performance control. With a greater pitch range than a traditional 88 note Midi keyboard, the Continuum offers realtime continuous control in three dimensions for every finger that is placed on the playing surface.
Drum with the world – Roland V-Drum Friend Jam
Interact with V-Drums users around the world while improving your drumming skills with fun play-along songs. The “ V-Drums Friend Jam” is the social networking tool for V-Drums you’ve been waiting for! Available now for both PC and Mac. Enjoy drum workout on V-Drums! Automatic downloading practice songs for free via the Internet is ready for you. You can share your workout record on Twitter! This is a social tool for drummers.
New Mic Splitter with the Drawmer 4X4R
The 4x4R is a 4 in/16 out mic/line signal splitter. Its extremely high audio quality, robust build make it the ideal tool to provide multiple outputs for live sound, broadcast coverage, sports events, live recording, press conferences, corporate events and any situation where distribution of high quality audio is required. It incorporates 4 studio grade mic/line pre-amps, each providing up to 66dB of gain and 16 balanced output stages, each with the option of transformer isolation and comprehensive linking facilities.