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Fairlight CMI-30A Prototype to be Revealed At NAMM
When the Fairlight CMI arrived on the scene in the eighties it changed the way we made music, forever. Today every sampler, digital synthesiser, sequencer and audio workstation can trace its lineage back to this legendary machine. Known for its solid, hand-built quality and iconic sounds, the Fairlight CMI holds a special place in history and in the hearts of musicians everywhere. Used extensively by Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Jean-Michel Jarre, Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock and many others, the profound and lasting influence of the Fairlight CMI on the history of modern music is hard to exaggerate. It was, without doubt, the quintessential sound of the eighties.
Arturia unveils SPARK – Beat Production Center
ARTURIA announces the upcoming release of a highly creative drum machine: SPARK. It is a complete drum solution made of a software application and a dedicated hardware controller. Combining the power of analog synthesis, physical modelling and samples, through the intuitive workflow of a hardware drum machine, Spark is a highly creative beat production center. Spark will save you time when looking for the right drum kit, will get you hooked by its amazing simplicity and will surprise you by its sonic possibilities.
Take a closer look at the Pioneer DDJ-S1 – Video
Pioneer and Serato yesterday introduced the DDJ-S1, a new DJ controller for Serato ITCH software. Combining Pioneer’s renowned DJ hardware design with world leading software development by Serato, the DDJ-S1 offers familiarity, innovation and pure controllerism in one inspired package.
Serato Scratch Live updated to version 2.2
Serato are pleased to announce the release of Scratch Live 2.2 – a highly optimized version of the popular DJ software that provides rock solid performance and new ways to control DJ FX. Scratch Live 2.2 now supports the VFX-1 as a native controller for Serato DJ-FX. Now DJs can plug their VFX-1 into their computer, and have it instantly control the Ultra/Super knobs inside Scratch Live.
Korg Kronos details leaked
The first details and pictures of the new Korg Kronos already leaked from the NAMM floors. First impression is that it’s a workstation with more than 12 GB SSD hard disk samples and none less then nine synth engines: SGX-1 Premium piano, MDS EP-1 Electric piano, Tonewheel CX-3 organ, MS20-ex Legacy Analog Collection, Ex Polysix Legacy Analog Collection, AL-1 Analog Synthesizer, NOD-7 Waveshaping VPM Synthesizer, STR-1 Plucked String Synthesizer, HD-1 High Definition Synthesizer.
Space is the final frontier with new Eventide Space
Eventide take the wraps off their little black box – genuine Eventide Reverb in a compact and rugged case for Guitar, Stage and Studio. And since it’s Eventide, that means gorgeous sounding Room reverb is only the beginning.
Universal Audio on Fire – UAD-2 Satellite Firewire
It’s been a long time coming, but Universal Audio are incredibly excited to be able to announce that UAD Plugins are finally coming to the legion of users who only have Firewire ports available. Introducing the UAD-2 Satellite, shipping this month!
Punch it – with Rob Papen Punch Drum VSTi
With Punch, Rob Papen delivers a brand new speaker busting, body rattling software instrument. Punch delivers synthesized drums in the finest audio quality and with breathtaking features for the contemporary producer. You can can use synthesis to build your own unique sounding drum-kit, but also your own samples can be loaded into Punch to complete your kit. Your sounds can then be crafted using the stunning features, filters and huge synth power we all know from other RP synthesizers.
American Audio announces VMS-4 Traktor and VMS-2
We don’t have the complete details but it seems that American DJ jumps on the Traktor train as well with a dedicated VMS-4 Traktor version. This controller will have unique 4X Midlog channels that are compatible with any midi learn software or analog inputs. Crossfader adjustment, assignable touch strips, 2X mics with gain, treble, mid and bass control are just a few of the other features you’ll find in the VMS-4 Traktor.
Clavia adds sample playback functionality to Nord Stage
Finally a Nord Stage with sample playback functionality. Clavia/Nord Keyboards are proud to announce the Nord Stage 2 Series featuring our latest sound generation technology in the Piano, Organ and Synthesizer sections.
DJ Tech announces X10 DJ Mixer
DJ Tech is proud to present our newest mixer, the X10. The X10, is a compact professional DJ mixer with an integrated 4-in/4-out USB interface.
DJ Tech presents The Reloaded – DJ Controller
DJ Tech is proud to present the Reloaded, the newest addition to our line of MIDI controllers. The Reloaded provides an all-in-one control surface with an integrated sound card. The Reloaded’s low latency 4-in/4-out sound card includes the necessary ASIO drivers and provides pristine audio quality. It is all a DJ needs in order to plug directly into a club’s PA system.
Yamaha announces KARMA Motif Software for PC and Mac
Yamaha and Karma-Lab announces the development and release of KARMA Motif Software for PC and Mac. This new entry in the renowned developer’s line of software applications brings the award-winning and patented KARMA algorithmic music technology to the Yamaha Motif XS and Yamaha Motif XF platforms.
Numark introduces the CDN77USB 19 inch USB CD player
The Numark CDN77USB is a Dual USB and MP3 CD player designed for professional DJs. USB drive support allows DJs to put their entire digital music library on a USB flash or hard drive and use it at a gig.
Numark announces the NDX800 DJ Controller
The NDX800 Controller from Numark is a high-performance control for DJs who want to use the latest DJ software to perform, without giving up the ability to play other types of media such as CDs, MP3 CDs or music on USB flash drives. NDX800 Controller comes pre-mapped and complete with Traktor LE in the box do DJs can get up and running quickly on their computer.