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MOTU Digital Performer 7 is now shipping
Digital Performer 7 is now shipping with many feature additions and productivity enhancements, including a new suite of modeled guitar effects plug-ins that deliver world-class guitar tones.
Steinberg releases eLCC successor to Syncrosoft LCC software
eLicenser Control Center software, an integral part of its eLicenser license management platform. eLCC introduces a new GUI, additional features and an improved workflow, and replaces the former Syncrosoft LCC software. eLCC is the first software component for the eLicenser platform released by Steinberg since its acquisition of the Syncrosoft eLicenser technology in October 2008.
Max for Live – Buffer Shuffler video preview
Buffer Shuffler is a premium audio effect that comes with Max for Live. This audio effect “shuffles” incoming audio by buffering the audio, then replaying it in whatever order you’ve specified. Each channel of the stereo signal can be shuffled with different patterns (unlike Beat Repeat) and there is also a “dice” mode that randomizes the shuffle pattern at each bar crossing. Finally, a smoothing setting limits the amount of clicking at each transition point. Use sensibly to add subtle variations or go full-on to see where it takes you.
WACOM Nextbeat performance demo video
Nextbeat is a fully integrated professional DJ System, incorporating intuitive touch sensor controls and innovative performance functions. It is a wireless portable control unit taht enables performers to move free from the main device, resulting in more dynamic and energetic live performances.
Official: microSAMPLER joins Korg popular microSERIES
Korg, a longstanding market leader in synth sales with its innovative microKORG and microKORG XL, adds a third model to the microSERIES family, the microSAMPLER Compact Sampling Keyboard. Complete with a gooseneck microphone, the microSAMPLER provides a fast and easy way to integrate creative audio sampling into any musical scenario.
Official: KORG next-generation WAVEDRUM Digital Percussion Synthesizer
The original Korg WAVEDRUM was introduced to the music world back in 1994. This legendary musical instrument was instantly famous for its innovative design, performance possibilities and unique sounds. Now Korg is pleased to announce the affordable, next-generation WAVEDRUM Digital Percussion Synthesizer.
Official: SV-1 Stage Vintage Piano
Korg announces the unveiling of the new SV-1 Stage Vintage Piano. The SV-1 offers the most complete compendium of hit-making vintage electric pianos, funky clavs, classic and cult-fave organs, string machines, analog/digital electronic contenders and world-class acoustic pianos ever available in a single instrument. Available in lightweight 73-key and 88-key models, the SV-1 features Korg’s premium RH3 Real Graded Hammer Action for a solid, expressive feel.
Cakewalk announces Snow Leopard Hardware Drivers for V-Studio 100
Cakewalk, the world’s leading developer of powerful and easy to use products for music creation and recording, announces immediate availability of new Snow Leopard Mac Operating System (version 10.6) device drivers for the V-Studio 100 portable music production system.
Sneak peek at the Matrix View of next Sonar update
Pretty soon the next version of Cakewalk Sonar will get officially announced. We heart it wouldn’t be version 9 but more like version 8.5. The next version of SONAR Producer will offer non-linear arranging of audio & MIDI with a new cell-based view. Take a look at the video below…
MOTU introduces Digital Performer 7
Digital Performer 7 lets you record, edit, arrange, mix, process and master audio and MIDI tracks side by side for songwriting, studio production, live performance, film and television sound tracks, audio post production, surround mixing and other professional audio production tasks.
Soundcraft new Si1 digital console expands Si Series range
The very successful Si Series family has been joined by a third member, the even more compact Soundcraft Si1 digital live sound console. In just 9 months, Soundcraft has now launched 3 models in this range, picking up no less than 5 industry awards in that time commending the Si console on its ease of use and simplifying the transition from analogue to digital.
TC-Helicon announce VoiceTone Synth now shipping
TC-Helicon is pleased to announce that its revolutionary VoiceTone Synth is now shipping. VoiceTone Synth is a vocal effects pedal that specialises in recreating the kinds of effects heard on a lot of today’s chart topping tracks and it’s the first time that such a cutting edge collection of vocal effects has been made available in a pedal. The collection includes extreme, exotic and contemporary sounds like jagged HardTuneTM effects, classic vocoder effects, a voice-controlled synthesizer and vocal distortion and megaphone effects. Now vocalists or anyone looking to add a modern edge to their live performances and studio productions can dial-in these effects instantly with the press of a footswitch.
Genelec 8260A introduced
Genelec, the world’s longstanding pioneer in active monitoring, introduces the 8260A Three-Way DSP System. The 8260A breaks new ground in electro-acoustic design, as mechanical, acoustical and signal-processing designs are linked closely together. The 8260A features major advances in audio driver technology, integrated with a sophisticated enclosure design, and Genelec’s proprietary Minimum Diffraction Coaxial (MDC™) Mid/High driver technology takes a big step in perfecting audio quality in professional active studio monitors.
New firmware for the Denon DN-S3700 released
New S3700 firmware has been released (v.1300) from JP that improves minor bugs reported. Most important of these is the cue slippage problem caused b vibration to the unit. This version will be installed in this month’s factory production.
Mackie introduces new Onyx-i Series FireWire Recording Mixers
Mackie has announced the launch of its Onyx-i Series FireWire Recording Mixers, delivering premium analog features, tremendous flexibility and built-in 24-bit/96kHz FireWire I/O. Onyx-i FireWire mixers can be used with all major DAWs, and is qualified by Mackie for use with Pro Tools® M-Powered™ 8*, offering those users a host of new hardware options.