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E-MU announces 25-Note and 49-note Xboard USB/MIDI Controllers
E-MU® Systems has announced its new Xboard™ 25 and Xboard 49 Professional USB/MIDI Controllers for PC and Mac operating systems, featuring full-size velocity sensitive keyboards with aftertouch, 16 programmable real-time controllers, Xboard Control editing software, and E-MU’s new Proteus X LE Desktop Sound Module with over 1000 sounds.
E-MU announces new expansion sound libraries for Proteus X and Emulator X
E-MU Systems today announced Mo’Phatt X, Planet Earth X and Virtuoso X – the first three legacy sound module libraries for its Proteus X and Emulator X desktop instruments that offer every last sample of E-MU’s popular Mo’Phatt, Planet Earth and Virtuoso 2000 hardware sound modules.
NI introduced Electronic Instruments 2 XT
Native Instruments has introduced Electronic Instruments 2 XT, the extended version of their Reaktor instrument collection. The new version contains all the unique synthesizers, drum machines and effects from the collection as individual self-contained software instruments. Each of the eight instruments in Electronic Instruments 2 XT can be run both standalone as well as in all major plugin formats, without relying on a Reaktor or Reaktor Session installation.
The eight instruments included in Electronic Instruments 2 XT are:
* PHOTONE – hybrid master synthesizer
* LIMELITE – advanced beat composer
* METAPHYSICAL FUNCTION – soundscape synthesizer
* KRYPT – granular drum machine
* AKKORD – sequenced chord generator
* FAST FX – advanced performance effects
* RESOCHORD – programmable polyphonic resonator
* CYAN – extended vintage chorus
Luxonix updates Ravity product line
LUXONIX has released Ravity16 for Windows, a host plug-in solely for Ravity(S)/(R). With Ravity16, LUXONIX completes the vision of conversion from hardware sound modules to software. Ravity16 can load up to 16 instances of Ravity(S)/(R) with channel mute/solo controls. You can load as many instances of the Ravity16 host as you want, with full VST-Automation over all the modules loaded within Ravity16. Linking 2 or more channels, it’s possible to synthesize more powerful and complex sound.
MOTU announces Machfive 2.0 and MX4 2.0
MOTU, have unveiled Version 2.0 for both of their instrument plug-ins, MachFive and MX4. MachFive Version 2, MOTU’s universal sampler plug-in, includes unlimited parts per instance, a full-screen preset browser, a new modular synthesis architecture, keygroup layering with rule-based switching, larger sample and keygroup editors, a complete built-in mixer, LoopLab™ groove slice engine, sample time-stretching, and many other new features. MX4 Version 2, MOTU’s hybrid synth plugin, adds more effects, more presets, a built-in pattern gate, a built-in arpeggiator and numerous additional modulation sources and shapers.
Numarks ships the DVDJ products
Numark is pleased to announce that it will begin shipping its revolutionary line of DVDJ products in the first quarter of 2005. With a proven, familiar interface based on Numark’s leading line of dual rack-mountable CD players, DJs can easily set cue points, adjust tempo, and match beats. Video and audio fades can be controlled from the AVM01 mixer via dedicated crossfaders. Video output and cueing can be monitored from the VM03 which also boasts a pivoting mount for optimal viewing angles.
Numark announces MP300, dual MP3 CD player
Numark proudly announces the MP300, a professional MP3 mixing solution for club and mobile applications. The MP300, a dual transport CD player that plays MP3 files on CDR media, as well as standard audio CDs, gives the DJ the ability to manipulate and mix two MP3 files in real time. The MP300 includes +/-16% pitch adjustment and professional features such as AntiShockTM buffer memory, direct track access, relay, fader start and track display.
Numark unveils the DXM09 DJ mixer
Numark, the first and only company to offer 100% digital DJ mixers, announces the new DXM09. This versatile 3-channel table top mixer features a custom effects section designed to enhance the mixing experience. Equipped with 24-bit digital circuitry, this mixer delivers superior headroom and extreme frequency kills. The unique effect interface allows for real time adjustments of rate frequency and mix intensity. The manual tap control ensures precise timing of delays and echoes. Other features include: three band kill switches, fader auto start, adjustable cross and line fader slope, and 1/4” output jacks.
Lexicon Omega now includes Steinberg Cubase LE
The Lexicon Pro Omega Studio is an integrated computer recording system that includes the Omega 8x4x2 USB I/O mixer now with a VST™ version of the Pantheon™ world-class Lexicon reverb plug-in, coupled with Steinberg’s intuitive cross-platform Cubase LE featuring 48 track audio/64 MIDI tracks, up to 8 VST instruments, 2 insert/4 aux sends per channel and ASIO drivers.
Steinberg’s industry-standard Cubase is a comprehensive 48 track recording suite that includes all the modules needed to track, edit and mix. With the addition of Cubase LE, the Omega Studio contains all of the components necessary to transform a computer into a professional 24-bit recording studio.
Omega Studio is currently available from authorized Lexicon dealers at an estimated street price of $299.
dbx introduces the 4800 system processor
dbx Professional Products is introducing the new DriveRack 4800 System Processor. The dbx DriveRack 4800 provides incredible versatility, sonic excellence and intuitive control for live performance applications and is the next generation of the critically acclaimed line of DriveRack processors.
Denon introduces DN-D6000 dual CD/MP3 Player
Denon DJ introduces the new rack-mountable DN-D6000 Professional Dual CD/MP3 Player. The ongoing expansion of Denon DJ’s acclaimed line of Dual CD/MP3 Players further underscores the company’s position as the preeminent manufacturer of high quality, cutting-edge products for the DJ and professional audio industries.
Behringer released 2 new digital monitor speakers
BEHRINGER steals the show with 78 new products at NAMM 2005. Among those 78 new items were the new Digital Monitor Speakers MS20 and the MS40. Both speakers are 24-Bit/192 kHz Digital Stereo Near Field Monitors with respectively 20 and 40 WATTS.
Gforce announces Minimonsta
In conjunction with Ohm Force this beast has been a long time in development and GForce were very excited to be showing it publicly for the first time at this year’s NAMM show in LA.
MOTU announces Symphonic Instrument
MOTU has announced the MOTU Symphonic Instrument, a cross-platform instrument plug-in that gives users quick and easy access to an 8GB library of quality orchestra sounds for composing, sequencing and rendering realistic orchestral performances. The MOTU Symphonic Instrument can be used with any compatible host application (VST, Audio Units, DXi, MAS and RTAS), where users can load up to sixteen different instruments per instance of the plug-in to create ensembles of any size and scope. Built-in convolution reverb allows users to place their ensemble in authentic acoustic spaces, from orchestra sound stages to renowned concert halls to majestic cathedrals. Easy to use controls let users further adjust each instrument to achieve the perfect sound. Sounds can also be directly loaded into MOTU’s MachFive sampler plug-in for more advanced layering and programming.
Lexicon announced the MX200 Dual Reverb/Effects Processor
Lexicon Pro announced the MX200 Dual Reverb/Effects Processor at the 2005 Winter NAMM show. This new single rack-space, two-channel unit combines an intuitive front-panel design with a unique USB connection and VST interface for use with software recording platforms. Featuring a wide array of the reverb algorithms Lexicon is noted for, with delays, effects and dbx dynamics, MX200 is the intended for the home studio or the concert hall. In any application, the MX200 offers versatility and instantly accessible reverb, dynamics and special effects with the signature Lexicon sound.