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30.8676 Hz sound bank for Ultra Analog VA-1 and AAS Player released
30.8676 Hz is a 100-preset collection for the Ultra Analog VA-1 analog synthesizer and AAS Player plug-ins focusing on analog bass sounds by renowned sound designer Andre Ettema. Split in two, the Movements presets make heavy use of the arpeggiator for some ferocious thumping action while the Stills presets propose a fine dose of fat, snoring, and wobbly analog goodness.
Music Alive 2011 – Rotterdam
Media Satellite proudly presents Music ALIVE 2011, an afternoon around Computer Music products, Audio and Visual Performance.
Dubstep Sounds for Camel Audio Alchemy and Alchemy Player
Camel Audio is pleased to announce the release of a Dubstep Sound Library for Alchemy and Alchemy Player. Dubstep contains 75 presets and works as a standalone instrument when used with the included Alchemy Player and costs just 35USD / 29EUR / 25GBP.
Audio Damage Phosphor – Video Overview
Phosphor is a VSTi/AU instrument modeled on the alphaSyntauri, a vintage digital additive synth. The original alphaSyntauri required an Apple //e to operate, but Audio Damage have gone ahead and eliminated the middle-man, and now you can have this classic digital synth in your DAW of choice.
Turnlab interview – Aurex and Livid Instruments MIDI-controllers
The guys from Turnlab send us this cool video interview with Aurex. Aurex is a minimal techno, elektro artist from Belgium. His music is influenced by artists such as Stephan Bodzin, Oliver Huntemann, Paul Kalkbrenner, … but the aurex-sound is always there. Aurex performed live sets and dj sets at different festivals and clubs such as Forest Festival, Crammerock, Styletraveller XL, Eargasm and the Bootleg club in Rotterdam. When playing live, aurex is using hardware drumcomputers, samplers and synths. This leaves plenty of room for improvisation and interaction with the crowd so no aurex set sounds the same. Expect tight beats, dark sounds and a great vibe.
Pioneer DDJ-T1 Controller – Video
Bundled with TRAKTOR Pioneer DDJ-T1 Edition software, this new controller delivers all of the most popular TRAKTOR features — without the need to upgrade the software. 4-channel deck control, 6 effects and recording all come as standard, meaning that the DDJ-T1 helps DJs unlock the full potential of the software at no extra cost.
Too Many Galapagoose!
No info, no details, no comments… just live!
Elysia new free update 1.0.4 out – free TDM included
FREE UPDATES FOR ALL ELYSIA PLUGINS – All of their plugins have been worked on and now feature some nice improvements. The mpressor and the niveau filter have been updated regarding the display issue in WaveLab 7 and also feature the parameter display from now on. On the alpha compressor, the gain reduction meter in unlinked mode and parameter linking in linked M/S mode have been fixed, and a multichannel mode for the RTAS mix version has been added.
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.
Sinevibes released Dynamo Gate Sequencer plugin
Sinevibes just released Dynamo, our long-awaited gate sequencer AudioUnit plugin. The sequencer offers up to 32 steps each with individual level and envelope shape, allowing you to construct modulation patterns of any complexity.
Native Instruments Maschine 1.6 public beta available
The public beta test for the upcoming Maschine 1.6 update has started. If you are a Maschine owner, you can download a fully functional 1.6 beta version, and submit eventual bug findings to the Maschine team over a special “bug tracker” web page. The public beta version has already been tested extensively by our internal testing team, but for general reasons it should still be used with caution in performance-critical environments.
New updates for Steinberg MR816 Audio Interfaces available
Steinberg has just released driver updates for the MR816 audio interfaces. This version of “TOOLS for MR” is not compatible with Cubase version 4.x as the Link features are not supported anymore! All Cubase version 4 users, please use “TOOLS for MR” version 1.6.0 which can be found at the bottom of this page.
Steinberg Cubase 6 – New Features – Video
Steinberg revealed their Cubase update to version 6 at the past NAMM. With Cubase 6 and Cubase Artist 6 Steinberg releases two new versions of the world’s most popular music production system. With an array of sensational new tools, inspiring instruments and effects, and a revolutionary approach to composing with MIDI and VST, Cubase once again pushes the definition of what’s possible. Bristling with new features and enhancements, Cubase 6 is your go-to software for recording, editing, mixing and producing music of all types.
Hoerboard Scomber Mix – For the Design Conscious DJ
The hoerboard Scomber Mix is designed to make all your turntables, CD-players and mixers fit perfectly into a great looking workstation. The DJ booth consists of two units, needs less space than the hoerboard Classic and makes you more mobile with your own personal workstation. The top deck is made from CNC-designed MDF material and is fixed to a laser-cut powder-coated steel support. Both unit surfaces are available in several glossy or matt colours. Your own equipment is being placed in the customized high quality hoerboard.
Unboxing the M-Audio Venom
Just dropped off at the Gearjunkies HQ, one of the first M-audio Venom VA synths in the Netherlands. Let the unboxing party begin!