Latest News & Articles
Arturia Analog Experience THE PLAYER is now shipping
By combining a dedicated controller-keyboard and a native software application, Analog Experience THE PLAYER is offering a straightforward, innovative and enjoyable experience. The software features 1000 classic Arturia synth sounds made from the company’s flagship software synthesizers (Minimoog V, Prophet V, ARP 2600 V, Jupiter 8V,…). With straightforward editing function, there is access to the essential parameters, making sound design easy- and a blast. And the smart preset manager allows getting the sound needed without wasting time scrolling through endless menus. With an ultra-thin aluminum and wooden case, 25 full sized velocity sensitive keys and the new MIDI control center, this keyboard integrates perfectly into the setup as an external controller as well, and was made for the road- perfect for musicians on the go!
Tone2 release Progression soundset for Gladiator 2
Tone2 has announced the release of the Progression soundset for Gladiator 2, adding 128 new and exciting presets designed by Marco Scherer. Progression features lush pads, animated arps, pumping basses and fierce synth sounds, suitable for Techno, Minimal, Psytrance, Progressive and a wide variety of other music genres.
For more information please visit the Tone2 website at http://www.tone2.com
Ableton & Minus present ten free Ableton Live Sets
The Live Sets were made exclusively for Ableton by ten artists from the Minus roster. Each Set comes with a companion Lesson that reveals insights into the artist’s musical vision and offers valuable production tips. Includes material from: Click Box, Hobo, Heartthrob & Troy Pierce, Magda, Marc Houle, Fabrizio Maurizi, Barem, Ambivalent, JPLS and Gaiser.
Amazing homemade Mellotron with Sony Walkmans
Thanks to Tara Busch we get a view on this amazing homemade Mellotron by Mike Walters. He created this fantastic machine with fourteen Sony Walkmans he bought on eBay.
Free Roland Jupiter 8 Ringtones
There ya go! Some free ringtones of Roland Jupiter 8 sounds. I came across these via Matrixsynth blog and as I (and the whole Gearjunkies team) love our vintage classic cool synths I thought to post them here too. These ringtones were created by The Mesmers.
Kurzweil introduces PC3 successor – PC3K8
The PC3 introduced the world to a new generation of ground-breaking Kurzweil technology, having a synthesis architecture that remains unparalleled in depth and flexibility, combined with a staggering amount of effects processing power. The PC3 sound set, which encompasses everything from the traditional to the cutting edge, has been widely acknowledged as second to none. And now the PC3’s successor has arrived. The Kurzweil PC3K is the pinnacle of our PC3 line, bridging the gap between Kurzweil’s past successes and present innovations.
djDecks v0.99 released
djDecks v0.99 is released. Changes include improved master tempo quality, Reloop Digital Jockey controller mapping, and some smaller fixes and improvements.
Continuum Version 4.07 and Continuum Stand available
HAKEN Audio are proud to announce that Version 4.07 firmware is now available for download for Continuum Fingerboards with built-in sounds. This release adds these new internal sounds: Slide Wind, Metal Bar, Pluck Tine, and a Feedback String. Check out the Internal Sounds area at HakenAudio.com for examples and descriptions of the internal sounds.
New Sounds and Samples for 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.
Alesis discontinues A6 Andromeda and ION synths
Without a big announcement Alesis apparently have discontinued the A6 Andromeda and ION synth. At least both synths suddenly appear on the LEGACY products page at the Alesis website. Thanks to Matrixsynth for the heads up!
Camel Audio Himalaya Pads & Viral Outbreak Released
Camel Audio is pleased to announce Himalaya: Pads which consists of a wide range of warm, rich pads. Viral Outbreak is a collection of synths, pads and loops which draws on 1.7GB samples of the Virus synthesizer.
IK Multimedia AmpliTube iRig Now Shipping
IK Multimedia is pleased to announce that the iRig™ guitar and bass interface adapter for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad is now shipping worldwide. The new iRig interface allows guitar and bass players to plug their instruments directly into the headphone/microphone input jack on their mobile Apple device and access the new world of mobile guitar and bass tone – AmpliTube for iPhone.
Control your VSTi with your hands – AirPiano
The airpiano is a new musical interface which allows playing and controlling software instruments simply by moving hands in the air. The airpiano introduces a magical user experience, a cool performance element and an experimental instrument to explore.
Slate Digital TRIGGER EX Drum Replacer Now Available
Slate Digital’s TRIGGER multi channel drum replacement tool for VST, AU, and RTAS has been called the new “GOLD STANDARD” in drum replacement and has already won two awards, earning a 10/10 rating from Computer Music magazine.
Vestax introduces MKII of the VCI-300 Controller
In 2008, the VCI-300+ITCH was the beginning for Vestax and Serato to create a new DJ console of the next generation. The goal was clear. To design a light weight and compact digital DJ instrument with the touch of analog control. Preserving the concept of the VCI-300+ITCH, the VCI-300MKII comes with usability improvements based on feedback from VCI-300 customers. Vestax has considered every comment that has been received, and have put them all in act. Simply to give DJs what they want.