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Native Instruments introduces REAKTOR SPARK Kore Soundpack
Native Instruments has just introduced REAKTOR SPARK, a KORE SOUNDPACK based on the new “Spark” performance synthesizer designed by NI founder and REAKTOR mastermind Stephan Schmitt. With a strong focus on distinctive tone and genuine musical expressiveness, REAKTOR SPARK is both an outstanding library addition for REAKTOR users as well as a powerful instrument and sound library for KORE 2 and the free KORE PLAYER.
Korg confirms release of new microKorg XL
Korg has officially announced a new addition to the microKorg family, the microKORG XL. This latest model boasts Korg’s powerful RADIAS/R3 derived MMT Multi Modeling Technology, as well as a powered-up vocoder. The updated ROM includes PCM data for recreating in-demand vintage keyboards such as piano, electric piano, and clav.
Serato Pressings – Music and Control Tone on limited edition records
Serato Audio Research have now pressed so many of their Control Vinyl records since releasing Serato Scratch Live in 2004, it has become the biggest selling 12″ vinyl record in the last 14 years according to music industry sources.
E-MU announces White Limited Edition 0404 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface
E-MU Systems has announced a new neutral white model of their successful 0404 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface.
Voxengo LF Max Punch pro audio plug-in released
Voxengo is happy to release a new professional audio plug-in for Windows Vista, Windows XP and Mac OS X computers running AudioUnit- and VST-compatible audio host applications.
Scoop! new Korg MicroKorg XL
We’ve got our hand on the first pics from the new Microkorg XL. The new microKorg gets a nice vintage look.
Totally Wired – documentary for the true Gearjunkie
A documentary film about Andreas Schneider’s infamous ‘Schneider’s Buero’, the boutique electronic musical instrument shop in Berlin. ‘Totally Wired’ explores one man’s electric evangelism, and the interface he has built to connect analogue instrument inventors with their end-users.
Tone2 starts Gladiator 2 preorder
Tone2 announces Gladiator2 and has started a pre-order for this updated version of this award winning synth plugin. Customers who preorder Gladiator 2 in December receive a full version of Gladiator 1 and a free update to Gladiator 2. They plan to deliver Gladiator 2 on Christmas.
Enhanced Audio Units Support for Waves V6
Waves is pleased to announce enhanced Audio Units performance for users of Logic and Digital Performer.
Rayzoon releases Jamcussion hand percussion
Rayzoon is pleased to announce the release of Jamcussion, the long-awaited percussion add-on for Jamstix 2.
Serato press forward with a new form of hybrid record
Serato today announced an initiative to license their control tone to select record labels.
Steinberg announces acquisition of Syncrosoft technology
Steinberg today announced that it has acquired the eLicenser technology of crypto and security solutions provider Syncrosoft Hard- und Software GmbH for an undisclosed sum.
Waves releases new Stereo To Surround plugins
From music to movie soundtracks and beyond, audio engineers are upmixing all sorts of content from stereo to surround, to capture the excitement of today’s full, multi-speaker environments. And when the original multi-track sessions aren’t available, they have to work with stereo mixes. Presenting the UM225 and UM226 stereo-to-surround processors, two new tools which bring Waves quality to the new surround soundscape.
Rayzoon releases Jamcussion percussion add-on for Jamstix 2
Jamcussion is the long-awaited hand percussion add-on for Jamstix 2. It is the most complex Jamstix expansion that we have developed so far. Not only does it add a wide range of percussive sounds and new style and player models but it also expands the interface of Jamstix 2 to allow the simulation of three dedicated percussionists, complete with separate bar, song and kit editing.
C thru music shows Axis 49 prototype
From the C thu Music website: The AXiS-49 is a USB MIDI keyboard designed for home studio or tour bus use.