July, 2004 archive

Tascam unveiled a major update to the powerful software-sampling program, GigaStudio 3.0, at the NAMM 2004 Summer Session.
The new version, a from-the-ground-up rewrite of the original application, adds dozens of new features for composers, sound designers and music producers. Available in three versions – Orchestra, Ensemble and Solo – it offers up to unlimited polyphony, [...]

Korg introduced the krossfour video mixer at the NAMM 2004 Summer Session. The four-channel video mixer/switcher offers realtime video performance.
The krossfour provides intuitive, DJ-friendly video mixing in a sturdy and compact package. Focused on the needs of live performance, the krossfour is ideal for VJs (performing video artists) as well as anyone who wants to [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, Korg introduced the TP-2 and TPB-2 Tube Preamps, which feature optical compression.
Korg’s new Dual Tube Preamp with Optical Compression and Digital Output (TP-2) provides sound enhancement for any recording application. Similarly, the new Dual Tube Preamp Board with Optical Compression (TPB-2) offers the same functionality in a user-installable [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, Numark introduced a combination audio and video mixer designed for DJs and music production. The AVM01 uniquely incorporates both audio and video mixing in one stand-alone unit that can be either rack mounted or used on a table top.

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, Digital Audio Wave announced the addition of the DAWin 6400, a 17-inch LCD 64-bit Mobile PC DAW, system to their product line of specialized multimedia computer systems.
The DAWin 6400 is powered by a 32- and 64-bit capable AMD Athlon 64 processor for desktop replacement (DTR) notebooks and an ATI [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, Boss introduced the SYB-5 Bass Synthesizer pedal .
The BOSS SYB-3 was the world’s first bass synthesizer to be packed into a compact pedal, and it found favor with experimentalists and tone aficionados alike. Today, the next-generation bass-synth pedal has arrived: the SYB-5. Utilizing the latest in DSP technology, the [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, Boss introduced the RC-20XL Loop Station .
Whether for use onstage or at home, the new RC-20XL allows musicians to create multi-layered performances in real time. Loops and riffs can be stacked repeatedly until the 16 minutes of recording space is full.
The RC-20XL picks up where the RC-20 leaves off, [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, Boss introduced the DR-880 Rhythm Machine.
The DR-880 is a rhythm-programming powerhouse that’s loaded with world-class drum, percussion, and bass sounds from Roland’s famous SRX library. It also includes a stunning collection of original waveforms. You can get microscopic with the DR-880, but you also have the option of taking [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, Alesis introduced the new USB Multimix Series of digital mixers.
The MultiMix USB Series includes 3 different tabletop mixers, all featuring the high quality and high performance that Alesis is known for, at new lower price points.
The MultiMix USB Mixers are a new line of compact mixers featuring low noise [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, Alesis launched the WildFire series of guitar amplifiers with the WildFire15, WildFire30, and WildFire60.
Incorporating the complete DSP power of the Alesis GuitarFX pedal, quality construction, and industry-leading value, WildFire guitar amplifiers offer incredible performance and many innovative features unexpected for the price. The WildFire series is perfect for guitarists [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, Alesis unveiled the Photon, a new series of USB/MIDI keyboard controllers.
The Photon 25 is optimized for controlling and manipulating software via USB, and includes unique user customizable templates that can be placed on the front panel. The Photon 25 offers advanced features such as a four character LED display, [...]

Alesis announced the XGuitar, an electric guitar with built-in DSP technology, at the NAMM 2004 Summer Session. Designed for stage, studio or practice, the XGuitar harnesses the power of hundreds of pedals for the guitarist seeking that special sound.
The XGuitar is a full-scale electric guitar that features 80 editable guitar presets in one package, including [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, AKG announced that it was now shipping their new WMS 400 wireless mic system.
The primary design goal for the WMS 400 wireless was to make it as easy to use and to sound as good as a wired microphone. Within seconds, the WMS 400 receiver will scan, locate a [...]

At the NAMM 2004 Summer Session, AKG announced that it was now shipping their new AKG C 414 mics.
For the last 33 years, AKG C 414 models have been some of the world’s most widely-used “studio-standard” reference microphones. They’ve been used on millions of recording sessions by great artists of every musical genre and have [...]

KOCH Records is releasing a compilation album, Classic Regrooved, that will feature 15 classical music themes, re-mixed and re-imagined by some of the top names in the emerging world of electronic music: Electric Skychurch, Skylab 2000, Holmes Ives, EROS and more.
The songs on Classics Regrooved use familiar melodies of some of the best-known classic tunes, [...]