Renoise 2.0 provides unprecedented granular control over audio, now with a range of new features targeting traditional recording artists and composers. A unique approach when compared with mainstream music sequencers, Renoise’s streamlined workflow delivers professional results on Windows, Macintosh, or Linux.
Arturia has announced version 2.2 of its Analog Factory software, a free update for all registered owners, featuring numerous improvements and bug fixes.
Tone2 are pleased to announce the release of the Abstracts expansion for Firebird+. Abstracts is a collection of 440+ patches, an extensive 30 page manual with step by step tutorials including tips and hints for Firebird and a patch list with descriptions for easy access to the sounds. Featuring deep basses, ambient textures, rhythmic elements, leads and evolving pad sounds, Abstracts showcases the true strength of Firebird’s Harmonic Content Morphing synthesis.
Recently we had the opportunity to do an interview with seasoned mastering engineer Mike Wells. Located in San Francisco, CA and with a client list too long to display here, Mike knows his stuff as one of the best. We did the interview as a classic Q and A session. Below are the results of this session.
With a teaser banner on their website Cakewalk announced a pre-order period of Sonar 8 starting september 22nd.
Steinberg is pleased to announce a new update to its Nuendo 4 Advanced Audio and Post Production System. Nuendo 4.2 and NEK 4.2 are available now as a download for all registered customers from www.steinberg.net.
Automaton is a unique look at buffer effects, allowing you to experiment with artificial life within your DAW. With four separate effects (Stutter, Modulate, Bitcrush, and Replicate) driven by a cellular automata sequencer, Automaton is capable of adding subtle seemingly random fills and “humanizing” effects.
Allen and Heath has released v1.3 software for the iLive digital console range, adding a host of new features for monitor engineering, as well as providing a platform for the iLive Editor software for online and offline show configuration.
The E2Transienter (flexible transient processor) is based on a patented architecture and parameter combination, which allows detecting and processing transients independently. You can quickly get a wide range of settings, from simple attack enhancement, to complex mix adjustments thanks to the advanced parameters.
The numerous included presets let you easily and immediately get the settings suited to your needs. You can then adjust the parameters to get exactly the sound you are searching for.
Propellerhead Reason and Ableton Live users are invited to the Benelux Producer Conference in Amsterdam and Brussels. A limited group of users can attend the conference in either Amsterdam or Brussels.
Thinking about setting up a project studio but do not know where to start? Want to learn valuable techniques for recording and producing music? M-Audios new publication Overdub takes you through the process of building your studio—from choosing the right gear to fine-tuning your current system. Available online or through your local retailer, Overdub covers the all the basics plus advanced tips and tricks.
Designer Drums is an exclusive Live pack with brand new presets for Operator users. It features classic analog drums, a number of innovative percussive sounds and dedicated drum racks for instant and intuitive beat-making.
SugarBytes just released the 1.2 update of Effectrix. Effectrix is the perfect tool for sequenced sound manipulations. Tweak your beats, create new rhythms, reverse parts, stretch others, apply delaylines; even create melodies with atonal material.
H.G. Fortune released their new VSTi plugin called The Dreammachine. According to them it is a completely different VSTi Synthesizer. So what is it and what is it not: It is not a synthesizer to be played like one would usually play like a keyboard synthesizer. Instead is it more a self running machine which can be transposed so this is ideal e.g. to provide backings of complex athmospheres and soundscapes for live performances.
discoDSP Discovery Mac Release 3 as well as R3 for Windows and, for the first time ever, Linux are now available.