Inspired by some of the most innovative and popular software, Livid Instruments have designed the Ohm64 to put your hands on your digital performance. Adaptive and programmable, the Ohm will output MIDI for control, and listen to MIDI to be controlled.
Originally, The Beatkangz had planned to get the Beat Thang in stores by May. However, they got great feedback at NAMM, and decided to listen to many of the suggestions. As a result, instead of the plastic casing that was used on the prototype, they have decided to go with an all metal housing for enhanced durability and build quality. Also, the small monochrome LCD with will be replaced by a full color 3.5 inch video grade deal.
Propellerhead updates the ReCycle package with a new look and streamlined packaging, and includes a detailed, hour-long video tutorial from ASK Video that helps users get started with the ReCycle toolkit. In the tutorial, ASK Video’s Mike Baggley takes users step by step from installing and setting up ReCycle to turning concrete-rigid loops into musical modeling clay in no time.
Arturia released a few videos of their Origin synth on YouTube. Arturia sohows us how to use the origin and let us listen to the sounds.
Nithonat is a classic drum machine box (606 emulation this time). All instruments are fully synthesized and with a way more advanced and extended sound shaping capabilities than its predecessor. Whole functionality of Nithonat is very similar to the other drum machines from D16 Group, which makes it very easy-to-use and creative instrument.
NUSofting has announced the release of Prima Delay, a new effect plug-in capable of producing a myriad of echo types and a compelling array of reverbs. And as if that is not enough, it is also able to produce stereo chorusing and a cluster of unique phasing effects that will provide complete transformations of your sounds.
HighLife R3 beta now has greatly improved sfz import, more in line with the official sfz specs. Most sfz files can now be used rightaway without the need to edit out any unsupported features or moving the soundfiles around on the computer.
To demonstrate the ease of use of AxePort Pro, CEntrance has launched a Video Contest. AxePort users enter to win a cash prize for making a better video than the mock video featured on the CEntrance website. The under 2-minute videos are to be posted on YouTube and a link sent to CEntrance at contest@centrance.com with entry information. CEntrance staff members will vote on the best and award the cash prize. For complete contest information visit: http://centrance.com/
Voxengo is happy to announce the release of version 2 of Voxformer vocal processing plug-in. Voxformer is a multi-functional vocal channel strip plug-in for professional audio applications. Combining several professional quality processing modules, Voxformer was designed to be a comprehensive solution for all your vocal processing needs – be it spoken or sung vocals.
FabFilter has released updates for the Twin 2 synthesizer, Volcano 2 filter and Pro-C compressor plug-ins.
Blue Cat Audio is happy to announce the update of all their 8 commercial EQ plugins. They are now available for Mac as Audio Units and VSTs. They have also updated the windows versions for all of them.
BigSeq2 is a massive extension to the feature set of our popular BigSeq gate effect. With twelve sequencers controlling ten effects in six blocks, BigSeq2 is capable of everything from short staccato gate sequences to long, evolving filter sweeps and frequency shifts, and everything in between.
Adern is proud to announce the release of two new plugins for the Scope platform. Xor is a Variable Wave synthesizer. Xor’s combination of varying waveform oscillators, rich sounding multi-mode filter, diverse pattern LFOs and intuitive modulation routing allows the creation of new and exciting soundscapes revealing the darker, and electric side of Scope – like never before.
Rayzoon has released version 2.5.1 of its virtual drummer Jamstix. This update provides several bug fixes and enhancements. It is available now to all Jamstix 2 owners at no charge.
Wacom is introducing NEXTBEAT, a fully integrated professional DJ system, incorporating intuitive touch sensor controls and innovative live performance functions. Its wireless portable control unit enables performers to move free from the main device, resulting in more dynamic and energetic live performances, contrasting to the traditional style of DJs performing inside booths. Nextbeat is not just a revolutionary interface, it is an instrument DJs can create new, original, and intuitive music through playing Nextbeat.