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Lynx introduces LT-ADAT expansion card for Aurora converters
Lynx Studio Technology today announced the LT-ADAT, which allows Lynx Aurora converters to add up to 16 channels of high-performance ADAT Lightpipe input and output. The LT-ADAT is a full-function ADAT interface that provides two ADAT Lightpipe inputs and outputs when installed in an Aurora 8 or Aurora 16.
Unitonic announces the upcoming release of Aurora 2.0
Unitonic today announced the upcoming release of Aurora 2.0, a groundbreaking new version of their advanced plug-in synth for Pro Tools|HD Accel systems. Sporting a redesigned interface and a host of features never-before-available on any synthesizer, Aurora 2.0 offers new sonic possibilities with the dynamic interaction and expressive capabilities of a traditional instrument.
Updates for FabFilter One and FabFilter Volcano released
FabFilter has released version 1.12 of the FabFilter Volcano filter effect plug-in, and version 3.03 of the FabFilter One synthesizer plug-in. These updates are free for existing users and contain small enhancements and bug fixes. The Windows version has not been changed.
Edirol adds full support 64-bit drivers
EDIROL announced that it is releasing Version 1.0 drivers for the 64-bit Windows computing platform. EDIROL had previously released beta versions of its 64-bit drivers and is now offering fully-supported Version 1.0 drivers that meet EDIROLs demanding standards for driver implementation.
Roland ships the SP-404
Roland is proud to announce the SP-404 is now shipping. Picking up where Rolands popular SP-303 sampler left off, the new SP-404 is built on a foundation of more: more features, more voices, more pads, and more memory. The SP-404 sleek, silver look is new to the SP family, and it surpasses its predecessor by offering battery power compatibility, a CompactFlash slot, and a built in microphone for quick, stress free sampling sessions. Just turn it on, aim, and record no cables and mics to connect. Then get down to the business of making beats and patterns with the pattern sequencer, and add extra color with the great effects built into this little powerhouse.
New products from McDSP – Revolver and Project Studio
Revolver is a high-powered convolution reverb that drives like no other, providing total impulse response sculpt-ability, dedicated and routable EQ, two syncable delay lines, and specialized stereo imaging for unprecedented control. With literally hundreds of sounds from rare holy grail out of production reverbs and acoustic spaces, Revolver provides the most compelling impulse library to date. Also included is a complete tool set to shoot your own rooms and gear. Any acoustic space, outboard gear, or signal path can be modeled in a few minutes with Revolver and the Revolver analysis tools.
Luxonix announces Purity
Luxonix has announced to be released in october 2005, PURITY. It is the next generation of a digital musical instrument workstation and PCM sound module software. PURITY is designed to realize and surpass the hardware musical instrument workstation perfectly on computer based music production environments offering higher sound quality and more usability.
Manytone announces ManyGuitar
Manytone has announced the launch of ManyGuitar, a guitar and bass sample based synthesizer with a library of over 1 gigabyte of 24-bit samples. The ManyGuitar sound library includes a wide range of guitars and basses. Each instrument has been multi sampled, often at several velocities and with a mute layer included. In addition to the single note samples, there are some chord sets and also some lead guitar styles.
Gearjunkies opens User Studios
Today Gearjunkies opened their virtual studio section called User Studios. With the User Studios, Gearjunkies can publish their own studio on Gearjunkies and show other people what their studio looks like. The User Studio isn’t limited to a listing of equipment, but every studio can also include lots of pictures, of the studio itself, and pictures of individual instruments.
LinPlug updates CronoX3 and Albino
Linplug has recently updated CronoX3 (Sample Synthesizer) to version 3.0.4. and the same with the Albino (Virtual Rob Papen Synthesizer), which got updated to version 2.2.1.
New LOGIC users forum online
The Logic Users Group (LUG) is the oldest (11+ years) and largest (20000+ members) Logic community in existence. In 1994 they were Emagics first presence on the Internet, though in 1999 Emagic became independent of the LUG. The LUG are by far the best resource for Logic users around, even people who do not use Logic as their primary sequencer frequent the LUG for the invaluable wisdom found there! The list is moderated by a team of five admins from around the world to produce the highest quality and informative forum possible.
Gemini adds USB to their PS-02 DJ-mixer
Gemini has added USB fucntionality to their PS-02USB 3-channel stereo mixer. Gemini is taking their next step into the digital DJ realm with this new feature with their DJ-mixers.
Camel Audio updates Cameleon 5000 to v.1.6.
Camel Audio have released version 1.6 of their critically acclaimed additive synthesizer which excels at pads and evolving textures. The update adds an improved noise generator with key tracking for brighter, crisper sounds, an improved reverb, key tracking on the filter, improved editing abilities as well as other feature enhancements and bug fixes.
ESI Egosys introduces USB Mobile Recording Interface
ESI has introduced the U46DJ, which is an ideal mobile recording interface for both laptops and desktop computers. It offers a 4-in 6-out multi-channel audio interface with a separate Mix output. 2 Phono inputs make the unit a perfect portable solution for digital DJs, compatible with major DJ software applications.
Native Instruments starts shipping Akoustik Piano
NATIVE INSTRUMENTS is excited to announce that AKOUSTIK PIANO is now available in stores worldwide. AKOUSTIK PIANO brings four classic pianos to life with unprecedented authenticity, flexibility and ease of use. AKOUSTIK PIANO recreates each nuance and detail of the original instruments by combining elaborate multi-sampling with sophisticated emulation of soundboard resonance and pedal behaviour. At the same time, it remains both efficient and convenient to use for a wide range of musical styles and applications.