Pretty soon after AKG released the K712 Pro they introduced to us the K612 Pro headphones. We had already a (very) short encounter with them at the MusikMesse, so having them for a longer period was nice. Personally I was curious how they would perform because one of my first headphones were the good old trusty K240’s … many years ago.
When touring the world, any great band uses the time in between concert performances for doing work on the next album, release. Whether they’re making demos to share ideas with bandmates, or working with talented friends to help them further their careers, they still need the facility to make recordings quickly and at high quality — because we all know the first take is often the best.
This week at the 2013 AES convention in NYC, Solid State Logic, introduced the Matrix2 hybrid production console. Since its 2008 launch the SSL Matrix console has established a high profile clientele who value its unique capabilities as a genuinely hybrid production platform. Its combination of SSL analogue summing, streamlined integration of boutique analogue outboard mic pre’s & processing (via its software controlled analogue patch system) and advanced DAW control surface, provides production power and flexibility like no other console. This new version of the Matrix takes feedback from customers and provides a collection of powerful new features.
At the AES in New York API introduced their new project and homestudio recording console, The BOX. Building on API’s rich heritage of extremely high-quality recording consoles, THE BOX is a small-format recording/mixing console designed for professional project studios, home studios, and production facilities of all kinds.
Based in Los Angeles, Critical Mass Productions is a collective of award winning professionals at the forefront of sound design and music production for film, video games, records and commercials. One of the founders is Tobias Enhus – a scientist of sound and master of sonic terror.
The Electro-Harmonix line of Next Step Effects brought the wah-style pedal into the 21st century with a modernized chassis and a design that requires no moving parts, there’s nothing to wear out or break. All of the advantages of the revolutionary series are now available in the new Crying Bass, a wah designed specifically for bass guitarists.
TC Electronic, an industry-leading developer and manufacturer of high-end audio processors and meters, is proud to announce the next chapter of the System 6000 chronicles at AES 2013 in New York, and all show attendees are invited to come by Booth 2933 to learn more about this new tailor-made approach to pro audio.
Just a few months ago we got the opportunity for doing an interview with the current CEO of Focusrite (and Novation) Phil Dudderidge. After doing some reasearch we found that mr. Dudderidge is quite a remarkable man. In his early years he worked as a sound engineer. For a while he was even the live sound engineer of Led Zeppelin. From here on his path lead to developing and customizing PA systems and live mixing consoles and eventually in founding Soundcraft. Short after Soundcraft got sold to Harmann Industries, mr. Dudderidge bought the assets of Focusrite from, initial founder, Rupert Neve. And that’s where this journey began.
Epralux ORB7000 – octave reverb system is not classic reverb simulation of real acoustic space. ORB7000 is special, artistic and creative octave/pitch-shifting reverb system for creating special sound and space effects, new sound colors and unique experimental sounds.
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.
Nord Keyboards have announced that there is an update available for the Nord Drum 2. The new OS v2.10 is an extensive update that in addition to fixing some bugs adds several new amazing features to the Nord Drum 2. One great addition is the support for the new Nord Drum 2 Manager software for Mac/Win that makes it easy to transfer sounds.
Soundness is pleased to announce availability of version 3 of the award-winning SoundSoap audio noise reduction software. SoundSoap 3 solves audio noise problems like unwanted hiss and background noises, clicks, pops, crackles, electrical hum, and rumble. SoundSoap is used by hundreds of thousands of consumers and professionals worldwide to create stunning audio for their video and audio projects. This new version of the venerable SoundSoap software adds new features, a new user interface, and 64-bit compatibility.
Another preview from the AES. This time it’s Slate Digital announcing the coming VIRTUAL MIX RACK plugin. The VMR is a modular channel strip that comes bundled with the most authentic recreations of classic analog EQ’s and Compressors.
iZotope have announced the availability of the updated vocal software Nectar, now in version 2. Bring a vocal track to life with the only complete set of tools designed specifically for voice. Add impact with modeled plate reverb, harmonic saturation, and a wealth of creative effects. Stay in tune and remove distracting breaths without tedious, time-consuming editing. Instantly transform a single vocal take into a dynamic, harmonized ensemble. Whether you’re tracking or you’re mixing, Nectar 2 delivers professional vocals in an instant.
Flux this week announced the release of the AAX Native and 64-bit compatible version of IRCAM HEar – Binaural encoder and IRCAM Verb Session – Algorithmic session reverberation processor, built on our new Version 3 (v3) framework.