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Source Connect: Internet connection plugin for ProTools
Source Elements has announced the release of Source-Connect, the first Pro Tools plug-in capable of streaming audio directly from one Pro Tools system to another. Source-Connect enables audio connections between Pro Tools systems anywhere in the world, allowing direct-to-timeline recording with real-time, broadcast-quality audio using only T1, Cable, or DSL internet connections.
Source-Connect eliminates the need for expensive ISDN lines, hardware, subscription fees and minute-by-minute line charges, enabling affordable high-quality connections between studios, voiceover talent and musicians. Incorporating a high-quality AAC codec, Source-Connect requires a minimum upload and download bandwidth of 300kbs and allows for communications at bit rates up to 160kbs. It has been successfully tested in sessions between studios around the world.
Vermona accounces new spring reverb: the ReTubeVerb
Whilst the Retroverb and its endless spectrum of sonic possibilities was designed for those who enjoy experimental sound tweaking, the Re-tube verb is for lovers of the traditional tube sound … not that either of these sonic tastes should exclude the other.
GMEDIA Minimonsta delayed
Minimonsta Release Delay – an apology. Due to an unforeseen technical problem (or two) with the installers GMEDIA regrets that they are unable to release the Minimonsta today as previously announced. They are working to resolve these issues as quickly as possible, but to be on the safe side, and to avoid further disappointment, they have rescheduled the release for 15th March 2005.
Cranesong announces an 8 channel DA convertor with stereo mixer
Egret is an 8 channel D/A convertor with a stereo mixer. The stereo mixer has level, cue send, and a pan control on each channel. Each channel also contains a solo and mute button.
NI announces new pricing for NI KOMPLETE 2
NATIVE INSTRUMENTS will soon change the pricing and upgrade conditions for NI KOMPLETE 2, the massive product bundle consisting of eleven critically acclaimed software synthesizers, samplers and effects. With ABSYNTH 3, BATTERY 2 and a free upgrade to the upcoming KONTAKT 2 now included in the bundle, the pricing for NI KOMPLETE 2 will be adjusted to reflect the
increased value of the package.
We have a NI Absynth 3 winner!
Dear fellow Gearjunkies, today is a special day, for we have a confirmed winner of the Gearjunkies Native Instruments Absynth
Apple is developing FireWire audio interface for GarageBand
Apple Computer is expected to introduce a new audio interface for GarageBand users in the coming months. The analog FireWire audio device, the first product of its recently created iPod division, will allow users to directly record audio using any Mac and Apple’s GarageBand music studio application. According to reputable sources, the company is on track to begin manufacturing the device overseas next month.
The device, code-named ‘Q97’ or ‘Asteroid,’ has been under development at the company for the better part of the year. Typically referred to as a ‘breakout box’ in the music recording industry, the external audio device attaches to a computer and offers audio inputs and outputs for attaching instruments or other audio sources. Apple is reportedly building the device around GarageBand, its popular application for aspiring musicians.
NI updates Traktor DJ Studio to version 2.6
TRAKTOR DJ Studio 2.6 is the most powerful and versatile software solution for professional DJ mixing, live remixing and mix recording using digital audio formats. This digital mixing suite goes beyond the possibilities of conventional DJ equipment by implementing a vast range of mixing features that only software can provide. With innovations like on-the-fly looping and unparalleled pitch-shifting, a whole new world of creative real time sound alteration is at your fingertips.
M-Audio driver updates for Mobile Interface range
This week M-Audio released several updates for their Firewire product range, Ozonic and Audiophile USB. All new driver (updates) for MAC only.
Firewire 410:
– Control Panel Improvements
– AMS support improved
– Optimization for G3 systems
– Improved Support for Logic 7
– Improved overall latency performance
– Improved latency with Garage Band
– FireWire Driver Certified for OS 10.3.8 Only.
Behringer sued by Roland/Boss
Leading electronic musical instrument and equipment manufacturer Roland Corporation has sued Behringer International GmbH and its subsidiaries to enforce Rolands
Stanton announces new T-series turntables
Stanton has announced their new T-Series – turntables. The T-Series includes the new top of the line T.120 and T.120C turntables as well as the new T.80, T.60 and T.50. All of Stanton¹s new turntables will be available through authorized Stanton retailers.
³The T.120 is the most beautiful and well-thought out turntable Stanton has ever produced,² says Pablo La Rosa Marketing Manager. ³It has the industry¹s strongest direct drive motor, along with the features that pro DJs have always wanted. We¹re also very excited about the rest of the new T-Series, since they each offer excellent capabilities to their respective markets.²
Ecler announces new NUO mixers
This week Ecler announced new mixers for their NUO range. Following the succes of their NUO-5, Ecler will be releasing NUO-2, NUO-3 and NUO-4. The extended NUO range will be replacing the older SMAC range of Ecler mixers.
Digidesign ships the Venue
Digidesign is excited to announce that the Digidesign® VENUE live sound environment is now shipping. Digidesign VENUE is a purpose-built, modular live sound mixing and production environment. Basic VENUE systems start at $55,000 and expanded configurations come with up to $10,000 in TDM effects processing plug-ins for free.
MindPrint ships T.R.I.O. recording solution
TRIO integrates all essential outboard components for quality recording and monitoring. TRIO is now shipping to dealers worldwide from Mindprint’s German home base. The innovative concept provides all features for high quality recording projects in one box: A great sounding channel strip with true analog EQ and compressor, essential mixing features, an additional EQ-equipped stereo line input, AUX and DAW inputs, a truly comprehensive monitoring solution and even a digital interface.
“We are really excited about TRIO, and honored by the overwhelming reactions the concept received at the Winter NAMM show. It is great to see that our excitement is shared by the market.”, says Mindprint’s Product Manager Rüdiger Forse. “ And it’s fun to see our vision become a reality!”
Edirol introduces driver support for 64-bit applications
Edirol Corporation today announced beta 64-bit drivers for several devices in support of the latest hardware and software for Windows-based computers. Audio devices now offering direct support of 64-bit processing include the world’s first and most powerful Hi-Speed USB Audio Interface, the UA-1000 and the UA-25 USB Audio Interface. Edirol has also updated several MIDI device drivers to support 64-bit processing including the UM-880 8×8 MIDI Patchbay/Interface, the UM-1 series MIDI interfaces, and several PCR Series keyboards – PCR-30, PCR-50, PCR-80, PCR-M30, PCR-M50, PCR-M80.
These driver updates arrive as Microsoft’s Windows XP 64-bit Edition goes into prerelease trials. In addition, software companies such as Cakewalk are also offering beta versions of their audio recording applications in 64-bit. This will allow Edirol users to use their devices for beta testing as well and ensures that Edirol hardware can take full advantage of the next generation of recording applications and operating system.
More info available at www.edirol.com