Urs Heckman has announced that coming september 9th, his anticipated new Tape Delay plugin Satin will be released. This tape effects plugin will be available for Mac OSX and Windows PC, with 64-bit support for both platforms. VST, VST3 and AU versions are included. The version for Pro Tools 11 (AAX support) is still in development.
Elektron took the time to talk to electronic music artist Mumdance, a.k.a. Jack Adams. He is totally focused on the raw essentials in music. With a few pieces of select gear he pulls off his no-frills tech grooves and, seemingly without effort, it all falls into place. Back to the roots!
Below are some of the new releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days the quality of the content we use (loops and samples) equally matches the high standards of this software. Below is this weeks selection.
Within a year of the release of the predecessor, Pioneer have announced the DDJ-WeGo 2 dj controller. With minor technical changes, there is one big design change. The controller now has a big handle on the top to carry the controller around more easily. This handle also works as a stand for you iPad tablet. The DDJ-WeGo 2 will be available in three colors, red, black and white.
For more then 25 years the KRK Rokit series of monitors can be considered as one if the most popular and best selling monitors on the market, till this day. You will find the monitors not only in studio environments but they are finding their way more and more to the DJ booth as well.
For more then 25 years the KRK Rokit series of monitors can be considered as one if the most popular and best selling monitors on the market, till this day. You will find the monitors not only in studio environments but they are finding their way more and more to the DJ booth as well.
Below are some of the new releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days the quality of the content we use (loops and samples) equally matches the high standards of this software. Below is this weeks selection.
Originally released in 1978, the EHX Hot Tubes was designed to replicate the organic overdrive of a vintage tube amp. The reissue Hot Tubes is a faithful re-creation of the original design, but presented in a compact nano-sized chassis.
The MADIface USB is a compact device that provides MADI I/O via USB 2.0 while supporting the format’s full 64 channels. Its sturdy and bus-powered design makes it as easy to use and reliable in your application. The MADIface USB is therefore both MADI portability at its best and a perfect desktop solution to connect MADI equipment to any Mac and PC.
touchAble is the Ableton live controller app for iPad. The app provides a powerful, intuitive and reliable multitouch control solution for professional use and includes templates for lives plugins and is fully compatible with vsts, audiounits and instruments. touchAble is supported by many professional musicians, performers, djs and composers around the world, who use touchAble on stage or in studio.
Elysia is excited to launch the first episode of a new series of videos which is called Close Encounters. The big idea behind this is to enjoy the creative potentials that the clash of two great audio toys can unfold. More will follow soon, but first things first: Enjoy the nvelope 500 versus the TR-606.
Native Instruments today released the first of a series of videos showcasing respected Japanese producers, performers, and DJs. Five artists give detailed insights into their individual creative processes with MASCHINE – Native Instruments’ groove production system seamlessly integrating tactile hardware and advanced software.
Nic Chagall and Bossi are thrilled to announce that they will be taking part in Pioneer’s new DJ Art Mix project. Based on the company’s celebrated CDJ-2000 Nexus model, the duo will work alongside renowned German urban illustrator Norm/ab_artig to custom design a unique Cosmic Gate CDJ player. In a special month-long online auction, commencing mid-October, music and art fans will be able to place bids on Cosmic Gate’s and other participating DJs media players, with all proceeds channelled to VH1’s Save The Music Foundation.
At the past MusikMesse in Frankfurt Reloop already introduced us to their RMX-80 Digital DJ Mixer. With this mixer Reloop would be attempting to take on the market leader (for club mixers) at that point. And they do have a good weapon for that as the RMX-80 comes loaded with an impressive wealth of features and innovations, staking its claim for the crown among todays choice professional DJ tools.
Serato have released a new version of their Serato DJ software. Version 1.3.0 is the latest update which includes brand new FX, powered by iZotope for Serato’s new FX Expansion Packs. Favorite FX to customize your FX lists, Slip Mode for all supported controllers, support for the Novation Twitch, Vestax VCI-300 + VFX1, and a healthy dose of maintenance / bug fixes for continued stability and performance.