September, 2006 archive

Frontier Design Group’s AlphaTrack is a new audio workstation controller that combines a set of intuitive tactile controls in a compact package.
AlphaTrack includes a 100mm, touch-sensitive, motorized fader which provides true 10-bit resolution for smooth and precise level control. AlphaTrack also has three touch-sensitive encoders, a feature previously found only on high-end gear costing thousands [...]

Native Instruments has announced BATTERY 3, a significant revision of its popular drum and percussion sampler. The addition of time-stretching and advanced loop capabilities, innovative “play parameters”, a powerful master effects section and an integrated wave editor all serve to strengthen the role of BATTERY as the premier creative drum and percussion sampler, with an [...]

Native Instruments today announced ABSYNTH 4, the fourth generation of its award-winning semi-modular software synthesizer that is renowned for its unique evolving sounds and textures. The new version offers extended sound design and performance capabilities through a new customizable signal flow; additional oscillator, waveform and envelope features; and a completely revised modulation concept. Numerous usability [...]

Native Instruments today announced MASSIVE, a true next-generation software synthesizer with unique sonic character, outstanding audio fidelity, vast flexibility and an innovative, highly accessible interface. Based on an new high-resolution audio engine, MASSIVE combines advanced Wave-Scanning synthesis with a wealth of sophisticated sound-shaping and modulation options, resulting in a charismatic high-end sound full of warmth, [...]

Hip-hop and dance music fans are more likely to experiment with drugs, have sex and blow off their social obligations, according to research by University of Leicester psychologist Dr Adrian North.
North’s research shows that a person’s musical preference tells a great deal about their lifestyle and interests. When it comes to relationships, beliefs and breaking [...]

Apple has published a profile of BT that looks at his new DVD, Binary Universe.
In the article, BT talks about the relationship of mathematics to his music and how the music relates to the images on his new DVD.
“Music is just applied mathematics,” he says. “And so is visual art — it’s all related. You’re [...]

Ueberschall is now shipping The Voice Vol. 2 Liquid Instrument for Mac and PC worldwide. The Voice Vol. 2 consists of vocal phrases of a choir with independently editable voices in a plug-In for VST, Audio Units and RTAS.
For the first time ever it is possible to change a single voice within a choir - [...]

Digidesign has introduced the Mbox 2 Pro—a new portable, high-definition audio/MIDI production system that provides high-speed FireWire-powered connectivity, up to 24-bit/96 kHz* audio resolution, and a wide range of analog and digital I/O. It also offers several professional features, including MIDI Time Stamping support, Word Clock I/O, and dedicated studio monitor outputs. With Mbox 2 [...]

Godlyke has announced that it is now distributing the DNA Analogic line of effects.
One of Japan’s top boutique brands, DNA Analogic effects feature unique analog circuit designs that offer improvements over traditional effects and a change from the host of “vintage clones” pervading the marketplace.
Each DNA Analogic model features the following:

High-strength cast aluminum chassis increases [...]

Propellerhead Software has joined forces with Berklee College of Music’s online extension school, Berkleemusic.com, to develop four accredited certificate programs based on Reason, the popular electronic music application.
The programs are Propellerhead Software certified and mark the beginning of formalized education surrounding the award winning software. The certification will enable existing Reason users and those new [...]