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Yamaha introduces new Mixers MW10 and MW12
Yamaha introduced at the NAMM show in Anaheim two new USB mixing studios: NW10 and NW 12. These two portable recording solutions include bundled Steinberg Cubase LE software.
Allen and Heath announce shipping of Xone:3D
Allen and Heath have announced at the NAMM show that the much sought after XONE:3D Universal DJ Controller is now shipping.
Behringer introduces new Xenyx mixing console line
BEHRINGER unveiled at The NAMM Show 2006 a new line of mixing consoles – the XENYX series – that offers premium analogue sound with USB connectivity. The entire XENYX line comes with up to 24-input, 4/2-bus mixer with XENYX mic preamps and neo-classic British two- or three-band EQ. Each XENYX mixing console boasts an ultra low-noise, high headroom design.
Focusrite announces the Saffire Pro 26i/o
Focusrite has launched the second interface in the Saffire range – a new breed of Firewire interfaces featuring Focusrite pre-amps, 24-bit/192kHz processing, and intuitive software control.
Muse Research announces dfh-Superior and dfh-Custom Receptor
Muse Research is showing Toontrack Musics dfh- Superior, dfh-Custom & Vintage, and the new dfh-Superior Muse demo VST plug-ins running on the Receptor hardware plug-in player.
Celemony supports Intel Macs
Celemony Software announces support for the new Intel Core Duo processor from Apple.
Native Instruments announces KORE
Native Instruments today disclosed KORE, the world’s first UniversalSound Platform. KORE will revolutionize how performers and producers work with software instruments and effects. Following a decade of evolution in music software, KORE opens up significant new possibilities for the operation of software instruments both in the studio and on stage. It also marks the first host system by Native Instruments.
M-Audio releases new Axiom Keyboard Controller series
At the NAMM show M-Audio introduced the new line of Midi Keyboard Controllers, called Axiom. The Axiom 25 kicks off the more advanced Axiom line. Built around an even more rugged chassis, the Axiom 25 includes 25 semi weighted velocity sensitive keys with assignable aftertouch, eight MIDI trigger pads, six reassignable transport buttons, 20 non volatile memory locations and more. And for the user that needs more keys and controller options, the 49key Axiom 49 and the 61key Axiom 61 complete the new line.
BIAS announces the Master Perfection Suite
BIAS announced today that the Master Perfection Suite, a powerful ensemble of six professional audio processing plug ins, will be shipping in March 2006 for AU, DirectX, RTAS, and VST host applications on Mac OS X and Win XP.
TC Helicon announces Harmony 4
TC-Helicon, inventors of VoicePro and many other respected vocal processors employing cutting-edge harmony technology, announced today the Harmony4 plug-in for Pro Tools|HD and TCs PowerCore platform.
Cakewalk updates Dimension synth
The Dimension Pro 1.1 update provides new plug in and file format support and several new features. The update also addresses some minor issues discovered after Dimension Pro began shipping.
URS announces Everything EQ Bundle v5 and Classic Console EQ Bundle v2
URS Announces Everything EQ Bundle v5.0. The upgraded popular EQ Bundle features two new EQ plug ins and sonic enhancements for TDM users to the eight existing EQs. The two new seven band fully parametric equalizer plug-ins are the A-MIX and the N-MIX.
Source Elements announces 2 new versions of Source-Connect
Source Elements announces a further broadening of its product lineup by releasing a lower cost version of Source Connect while at the same time enhancing the capabilities of the newly released Source Connect Pro 2.5. The Source Connect family of products continues to be the Pro Tools connectivity toolset of choice, enabling real time, high quality, low cost connectivity options such as DSL, cable or T1 lines. Current Source Connect Pro users include hundreds of the top studios around the world.
Muse Research releases UniWire
Muse Research has announced that its highly anticipated UniWire audio and MIDI networking technology is now available to the public in beta form. The company expects the final VST version to be released in February. The companies UniWire technology allows you to connect your Receptor hardware plug in player directly to your laptop or desktop computer using only a single Ethernet cable, and get complete integration of MIDI, audio, and remote control data to and from the Receptor.
Akai debuts MPC2500 Music Production Center
At the NAMM show in Anaheim, Akai showed us the new MPC2500 Music Production Center. This powerfull tool combines a 64-Track MIDI Sequencer with a 32-voice 16bit Stereo Digital Sampler. The MPC is a rock solid sequencing and drum programming machine with 16 velocity and pressure sensitive rubber pads. The unit allows you to sample more efficiently. This composition center is contained in one extremely powerful desktop unit.