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Lexicon PCM96 Software Update for Snow Leopard OS
Lexicon has announced its latest software update with Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard compatibility for the PCM96 and PCM96 Surround Reverb/Effects Processors. In addition, the release updates the networking stack and audio drivers which increases performance and stability, and reduces the latency when controlling the processors through the plug-in interface and streaming audio over FireWire.
Steinberg Cubase Studio Pack Now Available
Steinberg today introduces Cubase Studio Pack which comprises the state-of-the-art music production environment Cubase Studio 5 and the popular CI2 USB interface/controller. By purchasing this bundled deal, Cubase Studio Pack saves customers almost 20% off the regular priced purchases. On offer as long as supplies last, this limited summer special is exclusively available from certified Steinberg dealers in selected countries*. Alternatively, order Cubase Studio Pack directly from the Steinberg Online Shop.
Vir2 Instruments releases Electri6ity
After more than three years of development, Vir2 Instruments presents Electri6ity, an epic electric guitar virtual instrument containing the most advanced, detailed, and versatile collection of electric guitars ever made in a virtual instrument.
LinnStrument – Roger Linns research project
When Roger isn’t working on his cool musical instruments, he is working on a new musical instrument concept. He is interested in the idea of new musical instruments that overcome the limitations of traditional mechanical instruments. His particular interest is in a new instrument that while capable of entirely new sounds and playing techniques, is also able to reproduce the sounds, virtuosic performance capabilities and subtleties that we’ve come to know and love from traditional musical instruments, but without all their problems and limitations.
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.
KORG iELECTRIBE Version 1.1.0 is now available
This update adds the ability to transfer audio from the iELECTRIBE app into a MAC or PC via iTunes, using CD quality wav files. This feature ultimately allows you to use iELECTRIBE patterns and performances in your DAW or video editing software. Current iELECTRIBE owners can update for free. The iElectribe is Korg’s first dedicated app; bringing the fun of analog-synth style beat making to your iPad. Best of all, the iElectribe takes full advantage of iPad’s 9.7 inch multi touch display to deliver a new style of musical instrument.
Roland VP-7 vocal processor now available
Roland is pleased to announce that the new VP-7 Vocal Processor is now available in stores. This portable vocal processor sets up quickly on top of keyboards and creates ensemble vocal sounds with a variety of PCM-based vocal sounds, or with Roland’s superior Vocal Designer® technology.
Voxengo GlissEQ 3.2 dynamic equalizer plugin released
Voxengo GlissEQ version 3.2 update is now available for download. Voxengo GlissEQ is a dynamic parametric equalizer plug-in for professional audio and sound production applications, available in AudioUnit and VST plug-in formats, for Mac OS X and Windows computers.
MOTU Ethno 2.0.1 and Electric Keys 1.0.3 updates
Ethno 2.0.1 and Electric keys 1.0.3 are now shipping. If you own either one (or both), you can download the free updaters (for Mac or Windows). These maintenance updates provide numerous enhancements and we recommend that all registered owners download and install them.
Advanced Control with MINIAK Editor
Miniak-editor is a software editor for advanced controlling over the Akai Miniak (analog modeling synthesizer) in your DAW. Miniak-editor is able to retrieve presets from Miniak memory or load it from hard drive into the editor. You can send a complete program to Miniak via sysex or change any parameter of synthesizer in real time.
djay 3.1.1 released
Algoriddim just released djay 3.1.1 — a free update for all registered users of djay 3. In addition to stability and performance improvements, this update enhances support for a variety of devices such as the Magic Mouse, djay Remote (for iPhone and iPod touch) and various MIDI controllers.
Toontrack Music releases the Music City USA SDX
Like it, love it or leave it, Nashville Tennessee is Music City USA. With more labels, publishers, writers, producers, musicians and artists per capita than any other city in North America, Nashville knows a thing or two about great music, and more importantly – great sounding music.
Benelux Ableton VIP event in Rotterdam
Media Satellite, Ableton and Rotterdam Pop Academy (a division of Codarts) present an Ableton VIP event in Rotterdam. The event will feature workshops, master classes and showcases of Very Important Projects, and is strictly limited to 150 attendees. Throughout the day, there will be classes and demonstrations of new technologies, focusing on smart ways to use Ableton Live in music production, sound design, live performance, DJing and AV art projects.
You Design It, LIVID Builds It – Ohm Customizer
The Ohm64 customizer allows you to create your own Ohm64 design in real-time and order it right from the Lvid Instruments store. All custom designs are made to order so please allow up to 10 business days for your order to ship.
Roland SPD-30 Octapad is now available
Roland is proud to announce that the OCTAPAD SPD-30 digital percussion pad is now available in stores. Featuring eight trigger pads, built-in sounds, multi-effects, and external trigger inputs, the OCTAPAD SPD-30 is the perfect portable electronic percussion instrument for any playing application.