May, 2005 archive

Korg has released a Mac OS X Tiger-compatible version of the Legacy Collection of virtual instruments, assuring users a hassle-free transition to this new OS.
Also updated are the MDE-X effects plug-ins, which are available in the microKONTROL Creative Kontrol Pack bundle.
Registered users can upgrade to version 1.1.4 for free by visiting http://www.korguser.net.

Digital Audio Wave has introduced a complete new line of PC DAW systems featuring an ultra-quiet, high performance and reliable platform utilizing the BTX architecture. Audio professionals can have a variety of advanced features on the new BTX PC DAW systems.
“Most audio professionals are pretty confident about what they need in a music computer and […]

Native Instruments has the availability of Guitar Combos, a series of three amp emulations that combine studio-grade sound quality with maximum ease of use. All three combos consist of a classic tube amplifier with a speaker box and several integrated effects, giving musicians and producers straightforward access to a wide range of pure and highly […]

Digidesign has announced that it is shipping the Digidesign D-Command tactile worksurface, the newest member of the ICON integrated console family. Incorporating much of the same functionality, industrial design, and custom workflow capabilities as the flagship ICON D-Control tactile worksurface, D-Command packs amazing control and ICON-exclusive Pro Tools functionality into a medium-format console at a […]

Big Fish Audio has a new release, Hip Hop Philosophy. Rooted in abstract hip hop, the release puts together construction kits with beats, bass lines, synth, fx and more.
The release is provided in three formats: WAV, REX and Apple Loops.
Contents:

Construction Kits from 75 to 102 BPM
Drums, Bass, Synth, Electric Piano, Organ,
Horns, Guitar, Percussion, Bells,
Chimes, Sitar, […]

Apple has unveiled a new iMac G5 line, with faster 2.0 GHz PowerPC G5 processors, built-in AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth wireless connectivity and Mac OS X version 10.4 “Tiger,” the latest version of the world’s most advanced operating system. The new iMac G5s also include faster graphics, a new 8X SuperDrive with double-layer support, built-in […]

Polarity have announced the availability of GXStack, the first release in their XStack VST plug-in series.
Enabling guitarists to get dynamic, convincing guitar amp tones from their PC, GXStack features six custom guitar amplifier models and essential guitar effects – chorus and delay.

Edirol has announced new drivers supporting Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger for eleven current and legacy devices. Edirol posted these drivers on the morning of the release of Tiger to ensure that Mac customers could continue to work and enjoy their Edirol products with the latest OS. Edirol’s close development relationship with Apple has gained […]

Griffin Technology is now shipping TuneJuice, a unique battery backup for iPod and iPod mini.
Using a single 9-volt battery, TuneJuice lets you extend the play time of your iPod.
TuneJuice is an ideal solution for on-the-go iPod users, providing up to 8 hours of additional power to any dockable iPod or iPod mini. If your iPod […]