Arturia has revealed new details about its highly anticipated software synthesizer: the “Oberheim SEM V”. Ahead of the official release, planned for December, Arturia has exposed the detailed features, graphic interface and the first exclusive sound demos on its website.
The Reloop RMP-2.5 Alpha is the latest member of Reloop’s RMP-series and a true cross media player with additional MIDI function. Besides playing current audio formats such as WAV and MP3 from CD, CD-R, memory stick or hard disk drive, it is also possible to control any MIDI compatible DJ software (for example Traktor) thanks to the RMP-2.5’s full MIDI compatibility.
DNR Collaborative announces the official release of the RTAS version of MixControl Pro, our flagship mixing package. This update brings various minor graphical optimizations, as well as RTAS format support and a newly updated manual. MixControl Pro R5 also includes a new standalone licensing version of the software, which allows MixControl Pro to be registered outside of the hosting environment and avoids numerous system-specific hosting issues that arise.
Kim Pedersen, a musician from Denmark active in ambient music has been working on an installation project involving 12 AudioCubes in sensor mode. In case you missed the original story, you can read more here.
Novation are excited to announce that Twitch – the touchstrip DJ controller – now has a free application that allows Twitch to control parameters and build custom mappings in Ableton Live, and any other MIDI-compatible software.
Well, finally here it is. The new Vestax VCI-400 DJ Controller arrived at our ‘techlab’. Marc had to get it himself at the Dutch distributor as the VCI-400 is one of the rare two that are in this country at the moment. The risk of sending it by courier was even not desireable. But we didn’t mind, we just wanted it here as soon as possible. And … yes, if you were wondering, the VCI-400 does look the part. Its design is pretty impressive.
Virsyn are happy to announce the release of Addictive microSynth. Addictive microSynth for iPhone/iPod combines the synthesis power of Addictive Synth with an easy to use 4 track loop phrase recorder.
Steinberg today released LoopMash HD, the ultimate app for mangling beats and tunes. Previously available for iPhone and iPod touch only, LoopMash HD is a high-resolution version optimized for the iPad.
Universal Audio (UA), a leading manufacturer of high-quality audio recording hardware and software, is proud to announce the release of the new flagship UAD-2 QUAD Omni 6 DSP Accelerator Packages.
BIAS, Inc. today announced the release of Peak Pro 7.0.3 a new update for the popular audio editing and mastering application exclusively for Mac. In addition to several enhancements including optimizations for Mac OS X version 10.7 Lion this new release includes a new application from Sonoris for DDP verification and playback.
The new XPC Expansion Controllers extend the realm of control of Block or OhmRGB. These hand-held controllers plug right into your expansion jack and don’t require any special setup. Housed in a sleek anodized aluminum case, these handy modules come in a variety of configurations that adds more continuous control to your rig. This video shows two basic examples using Ableton Live and Arkaos GrandVJ.
When Jordan Atkins-Loria (DJ Lucky Date) was introduced to Reason, he instantly recognized the potential of its synths and set about to master them. Originally following tutorials he found online, Lucky Date began making his own tutorials which showcased his penchant for modern electro dance synths in Reason. As his tutorials grew in popularity, so did his career as a DJ and Producer.
These are the 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.
The new Pro Tools 10 software adds major new features to the world’s leading digital audio workstation, delivering on top requests from both audio post and music professionals.
Avid today announced the all-new Pro Tools|HDX digital audio workstation. The Pro Tools|HDX system enables customers to mix bigger, more complex productions, with the rock-solid performance and stability that Pro Tools|HD customers have come to expect.