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Wondering what the next version of Sonar will be like? [Update]
The past weeks Cakewalk is ‘hinting’ what the next version of Sonar will be like. Everyday they release a detail on the next version of Sonar. All thanks to the wonder world of Twitter!
FXpansion Introduce BFD Signature Snares Vol.1 Expansion Pack
FXpansion is proud to present the latest addition to the BFD2 Expansion Pack range, a collection of Yamaha artist signature snares for your BFD2 library. With the usual high levels of detail, multiple channels and multiple articulations, BFD Signature Snares Vol.1 is ready for you to sequence and mix using BFD 2.1’s powerful software interface.
NI Traktor version 1.2. update available
The 1.2 update for user of the latest generation of TRAKTOR (TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO, TRAKTOR PRO, TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO, TRAKTOR DUO, TRAKTOR LE (latest version) is available for download now. This is the the most advanced version of TRAKTOR yet, introducing several new features for all users, as well as some PRO-specific additions.
ION Discover DJ transforms anyone into a DJ
ION announces DISCOVER DJ, the easiest way for anyone to become a DJ.
SONiVOX announces new DVI Strings, Brass, and more
SONiVOX, Boston based virtual instrument manufacturer today announced the availability of their latest batch of DVI® products (Downloadable Virtual Instruments), for both MAC and PC platforms.
NUMARK Flagship Dual-CD Player Now Shipping
Numark, the world’s leading manufacturer of DJ technology, announces that CDN88 MP3, its most comprehensive rack-mount CD player, is now shipping to retailers.
Avid releases Pro Tools Essential bundles
Avid Technology today announced three new Pro Tools Essential bundles, hardware-software combinations that target consumers and hobbyists who are interested in musical composition, editing, and production, or who want to create and share music, podcasts, narrations, and other audio content. The packages are: Pro Tools Vocal Studio, Pro Tools Recording Studio, and Pro Tools KeyStudio.
Tascam Audio Interfaces ready for Snow Leopard
TASCAM has tested all of their audio interfaces for use with Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Apple’s latest operating system. TASCAM certified the US-122L, US-144, US-1641, FW-1082 and FW-1884 as being fully functional in the OS. The newly-announced US-100, a stereo USB 2.0 interface priced under $100, is also compatible with OSX 10.6.
Voxengo releases TransGainer
Voxengo has released TransGainer – an audio plug-in suitable for a wide range of professional music production uses. TransGainer implements audio signal envelope adjustment algorithm that reacts on transients rather than on signal’s loudness level. This algorithm allows you to adjust volume of attack and sustain stages of any sounds you use it on. TransGainer was designed in a way to be suitable for all possible sound sources – be it individual tracks or full mixes.
Sugar Bytes Eloquence renamed to Thesys
Unfortunately Sugar Bytes has to rename their midi sequencer product Eloquence. The owner of the trademark Eloquence has been pretty clear about the mighty power of their lawyers, so Sugar Bytes changed the name rightaway.
Loops and Samples for your productions
Prime Loops have announced the release of their new Combo Pack ‘Drum n’ Bass Foundations, which contains both releases ‘Drum n Bass Drum Loops’ and ‘Rasta Vocal Samples (which was used on Will baileys hit release ‘Big Dirty Bass’) These 2 releases together are available at a special discounted price, and suited to producers looking for solid vocals and drum breaks as the core to their D&B productions. In the making of this collection, Prime Loops got their UK based team together in London, and tracked down top producers in the scene today. Taking influence from a wide range of artists such s DJ Hype, Clipz, Hospital Records, Dillinja, Andy C, Nicky Blackmarket, John B, TC, Ed Rush & Optical, Aphrodite, and a host of up and coming and current artists.
BIAS releases SoundSoap Pro 2
BIAS today released SoundSoap Pro 2 — a major upgrade to the award-winning professional audio noise reduction and restoration software suite for Mac and Windows computing platforms. SoundSoap Pro 2’s comprehensive approach provides four advanced restoration tools — Broadband noise reduction; Click and Crackle removal; Hum removal; and a Noise Gate. SoundSoap Pro 2’s super intelligent broadband noise reduction features new adaptive algorithms from BIAS — offering far more power than most competing solutions, while maintaining its relatively low cost and ease of use.
ImageLine FL Studio 9 released
ImageLine is proud to announce that FL Studio 9 is officially released. FL Studio 9 is a complete software music production environment, representing the culmination of more than 10 years of sustained & focused development. FL9 is the fastest way from your brain to your speakers.
Propellerhead Record available worldwide
Propellerhead Software today released for sale worldwide Record, the recording software that puts the musician in focus. Record, software for both Mac and Windows, combines effortless recording and a stunning software mixer console with a limitless rack of audio processing gear that builds itself or can be infinitely customized. Over 50,000 users tested Record during its beta test period, which began in May.
Waves Gold Certification Program announced
Over the past few years, thousands of aspiring producers, engineers and musicians the world over have completed the Waves Certification Program and learned the basics of five essential Waves Audio plug-ins. Now, the new Waves Gold Certification Program takes Waves training to the next level, providing a hands-on, interactive educational experience for 18 additional acclaimed Waves processors. A comprehensive course that digs in deep, the Waves Gold Certification Program will give participants the audio knowledge and competitive edge they need to succeed.