To us V-Moda is a brand that is gaining some strong ‘momentum’ within the (pro) DJ market. Originally we knew V-Moda for their consumer products. However, more and more DJ’s are turning towards the Crossfade M-100. Before we got to grips with our own pairs we did hear good things about them. We were curious if those good stories were true, so we gave them a decent work-out.
Muse Research and PreSonus announced that the PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL audio interface is now included, standard, with Muse Research’s new Receptor TRIO and Receptor QU4TTRO hardware-based plug-in players, giving musicians up to 18 high-quality audio inputs and outputs.
Dave Aude is a producer and remixer with a very impressive list of releases, productions and awards for his work in the electronic music world. Many renowned artists rely on his skills on programming, professionalism and beats!
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.
Far from the distractions and pressures of the big city, the picturesque German town of Heidelberg has fostered a surprising number of musicians who have made their mark outside of rigid genre conventions. 1970s krautrock legends Guru Guru and house pioneer Move D still live and work in the medieval town with the castle on the hill. Add to that list LOPAZZ & Casio Casino, a Heidelberg production team who freely mix live instruments with electronics and are equally adventurous when turning out crafty, floor-filling club tracks or composing evocative soundtracks for globe-trotting documentaries.
In the week his debut album Long Way Down was released, Brit Award-winning singer-songwriter Tom Odell played a packed-out set on the John Peel Stage at Glastonbury. The crystal clear sound of a Yamaha CL5 digital console at front of house helped inspire many in the audience to buy the album afterwards… sending it straight to No.1 in the UK chart.
With the teaser video of last week still in mind, we can announce that Algoriddim have unveiled the new version of djay. For the past two years they’ve been hard at work creating a completely new version of djay. Today they are excited to announce djay 2 for iPhone and iPad, the best version of djay they have ever made!
Below is a great demonstration of the 8 Step Program Analog Expression/CV Sequencer by “JJ Likes Guitar.”
Just like installing Komplete 9 Ultimate takes a long time even running it from a 2.5″ USB drive, going through and investigating all installed products will take a decent amount of time as well. So here is a pick out of the ton of effects that are included in Komplete Ultimate 9 suite. Just to be clear, there is not a seperate ‘effects’ bundle. This is a review of the effects that come with the Komplete suite!
Steinberg today announced the latest release of their VST sampler and sound creation system, HALion 5, together with the premier VST workstation, HALion Sonic 2. Both new software iterations combine creative tools with ease of use and versatility that are novel to the trade.
Native Instruments today announced the ‘BLOCKBUSTER SEASON‘ sales special. The special is aimed at professionals working in movie, television, and game music production seeking unmatched performance and sound quality. On offer are some of Native Instruments’ best-selling instruments such as ACTION STRINGS, DAMAGE, KONTAKT 5, ABSYNTH 5 and more.
He may not be a household name but if you grew up in a certain era, you know his music. A founding member of classic rockers Heart, Roger Fisher‘s opening riff on “Barracuda” has been a prerequisite lick for every fledgling rock guitarist for more than a generation.
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.
Vestax introduces the VCI-400DJ, a professional 4-channel DJ MIDI controller dedicated to Serato DJ, and based on the acclaimed VCI-400 hardware. The controller will be available as a limited edition, shipped with a free upgrade licence to Serato’s flagship pro DJ software, Serato DJ.
Native Instruments released STATIC FRICTION – a new MASCHINE Expansion designed to provide the driving, international sound of tech house. The Expansion features 33 drum kits loaded with new kicks, snares, hi-hats, and claps, as well as seven Special Kits containing analog spring reverb samples, Ride and Snare kits optimized for live performance, and additional Spoken and Radio Voice Kits for additional textures. New MASSIVE presets provide exclusive basses, leads, pads, and effects for added variety. STATIC FRICTION is available for MASCHINE and MASCHINE MIKRO and is specifically tailored to live performance. A compact version is also available for iMASCHINE.