May, 2004 archive

Angelic Vocal Pads, the latest release from Precisionsound, is designed to put the sound of a choir of angels at your fingertips.
Angelic Vocal Pads (AVP) is a new sampleset for Gigasampler, HALion & Kontakt samplers. Precisionsound calls it “The missing link between the workstation synthesizer choirs and real classical choir samples.”
These Enya “sound alike” vocal […]

Cherry Bikini, an electronica duo that specializes in sexually-charged songs, has released their second CD, Dream Days. Their site features several free MP3 downloads, including FU** Toy  and Disco Party, to promote the CD.
The CD’s 11 songs showcase the duo’s trademark hardcore sound: catchy electro-pop hooks, X-rated lyrics, and “club-friendly” beats.
Currently based out of California, […]

Blacet Research has expanded its lineup of modular analog equipment with two modules that provide dual circuits, ideal for compact modular systems.
The VCA2410 is a 1/2 space dual linear VCA, and is ideal for compact systems and for controlling modulation sources. Audio and CV signals are processed cleanly by an “audiophile” VCA chip. A “normalling” […]

While the RIAA argues unequivocally that the file-sharing services are hurting musicians, musicians have their own opinions. A new study shows that more musicians feel that file-sharing benefits them than feel that it hurts them. Most musicians feel that the RIAA suits against file-sharing music fans will not benefit either musicians or songwriters.
The new report, […]

Digidesign has announced plans to enter the sound reinforcement market with a new digital mixing console system aimed at professionals in a wide range of live performance venues, including tours, theatrical productions, corporate installations, and houses of worship. The system will feature uncompromising audio fidelity and a recording and playback pathway to Digidesign’s award-winning Pro […]

Robert Rich has announced his latest CD, Open Window. This unplugged recording captures his acoustic improvisations, a side of his music that many listeners will be unfamiliar with.
Rich is best known for his organic ambient electronic music, and his collaborations with other electronic music artists such as Steve Roach and Kevin Braheny. He uses analog […]