Posts Tagged 'midi'

Motu Digital Performer 8 for Windows available now
Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Motu Digital Performer 8 for Windows available now

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MOTU have announced that Digital Performer 8 is now available, for windows (and mac). Left brain, right brain. Digital Performer 8 is designed equally for both, with insiprational features devised to ignite your creative muse, combined with state-of-the-art studio production technologies engineered for the most demanding, world-class recording and production environments. Make no mistake: beneath Digital Performer’s inspired user interface lies a refined audio recording and mixing engine with uncompromising devotion to the absolute highest standards in audio quality, down to the very last sample.

Synths and workstations

Something For The Weekend: Launchpads and FL Studio 11 performance by PRA2

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This weekend we have a cool video of Valentin Prados using two Novation Launchpads with the recent new version of FL Studio (11). Under his artist namen Pra2 he performs his own track Argentina with these two controllers and FL Studio 11. With this latest version the software supports amongst others APC20/40, Lemur, Block, Maschine/Mikro, padKONTROL, Traktor Kontrol and of course the Novation Launchpad.

Alt-J Tours with Presonus StudioLive
Synths and workstations

Alt-J Tours with Presonus StudioLive

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In today’s über-connected world, it’s easy to become inured by the nearly endless procession of cookie-cutter bands on the Web. But when a breath of fresh air like Alt-J comes along, it’s proof positive that great music stands out on its own merits. In almost no time at all, the Leeds, UK-based quartet has captured the ears of millions of music lovers, with each gig playing to ever-larger sold-out crowds.

DJ GEAR, Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Serato DJ 1.2.0 Update and Free 14 Day Trial available

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Serato is proud to announce the latest update for Serato DJ, 1.2.0, with support for the Numark NS7, Vestax VCI-380, Pioneer DDJ-S1 and the Numark Mixdeck and Mixdeck Express. This is also the first major feature update for Serato DJ with the addition of Multi FX mode for all. For Serato DJ Intro users looking to upgrade to Serato DJ, we are also very excited to announce a Free 14 Day Trial mode.

DJ GEAR, Studio Hardware, Studio Software, VIDEOS

Ableton Masterclass with Scarlet Etienne – Video!

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Ableton masterclass at 4 pm CET (wednesday april 24th) – Scarlett will be working through the techniques she uses to produce playlists and mixes for catwalk shows. In the world of fashion, DJs are often employed to supply the soundtrack to catwalk shows – of course, having the ability to create a musical narrative is the key to being a great DJ, which undoubtedly facilitates their collaborations with fashion designers.

Something For The Weekend: Interview with the creators of the Korg MS-20
Synths and workstations

Something For The Weekend: Interview with the creators of the Korg MS-20

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One of the real suprises at the NAMM earlier this year was the announcement by Korg to resurrect the MS-20 mono synth. The original has a special place in many hearts of true synth heads since 1978. Especially the thick, robust sound, its powerful, iconic analog filter, and its versatile patching options make it a synth that’s treasured by many. With the new MS-20 Mini Korg is giving new users the opportunity to enjoy the analog sound in our digital world today!

Cakewalk Introduces Music Creator 6 Touch
DJ GEAR, Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Cakewalk Introduces Music Creator 6 Touch

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Cakewalk have introduced a ‘touch’ version of their Music Creator 6 software. Music Creator 6 Touch makes it fun and easy to create original music or remix your favorite songs – with no musical experience required. Transform any Windows 7 or 8 computer into your own personal music studio. Music Creator has all the tools, loops, instruments, and FX you need to create, edit, and mix great music. And when you’re ready to share your music with the world, you can burn a CD or use SoundCloud to post your music on Facebook and Twitter.

Native Instruments releases Pulswerk – Maschine expansion
Synths and workstations

Native Instruments releases Pulswerk – Maschine expansion

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Native Instruments released PULSWERK – a new MASCHINE Expansion designed for minimalistic house and techno. Aside from its 30 drum kits, PULSWERK contains 20 unique Special Kits created exclusively with pitched sound sources. The Expansion also features an array of Multi-Effect Kits containing pre-sequenced, tempo synced effect chains and 60 new specially-designed MASSIVE presets. Combining these, PULSWERK provides an extensive toolkit for producers eager to turn deep sonic experimentation into finished professional productions. PULSWERK is out now for MASCHINE, MASCHINE MIKRO, and iMASCHINE. 

Extra Online Content for Rob Papen: The 4 Element Synth
Synths and workstations

Extra Online Content for Rob Papen: The 4 Element Synth

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Last year globally renowned sound designer Rob Papen published The 4 Element Synth book with four accompanying DVDs totalling over 10 hours of tutorial content to critical acclaim. According to fellow sound designer Ian Boddy, “The whole package comes in a beautifully packaged book. Superbly bound and elegantly printed, it has the feel of a quality coffee table book — it even has such nice details as a silk bookmark and pull-out 4 Element Synth chart, complete with four DVDs stuffed to the brim to watch in conjunction with the contents of the book.”