November, 2006 archive

Kid Nepro, aka The Patch King, has updated their AIFF and WAV file database with fifty new downloadable files. Files include samples from the Kid Nepro Triton, Motif, Wavestation, Midi Mix and DX7/FM7 synth patch collections.
Also now available for download is the complete Patch King collection of AIFF and WAV file CD’s. The eight CD’s [...]

Al Steffens is an independent electronic music artist and computer musician from LA that makes ambient music in the style of Eno, Fripp and other ambient pioneers.
“I’m into ambience music similar to Robert Fripp, Brian Eno, Steve Roach and others,” note Steffens. “I take as my archetype Thursday Afternoon by Brian Eno, or the ambient [...]

Trogotronic, a group of urban barbarians, has updated their line of handmade sound manglers.

Model 655 Analog Generator/Effect $135.00
A little sister to the “665″, the Six-FIFTY-FIVE adds an oscillator but looses a pre-amp chip, a few knobs and $45 off the sticker price. Hear samples on the website alone and effecting poorly played guitar and really [...]

Steinberg has announced that its new WaveLab Studio 6 editing and mastering application is now shipping to dealers worldwide, providing first-class mastering, editing and CD burning tools for musicians and project studios at an impressively low price point.
“WaveLab Studio 6 offers outstanding value for money, with many of the professional technologies and features that have [...]

RolloSONIC Software, a California-based software firm, has released its flagship product, RolloSONIC, a synthesizer designed to provide a new method for trance and sound-effect artists to create smooth-flowing synth-sounds.
The synthesizer software uses the computer’s mouse as the primary source of control-data to the synthesis-components - allowing for a more smooth and natural guidance of sound.

Description:
Many [...]

Apple today unveiled its new line of MacBook consumer notebooks that now include Intel Core 2 Duo processors. According to Apple, the new MacBooks are up to 25 percent faster than the previous generation and feature a built-in iSight video camera for on-the-go video conferencing, Apple’s MagSafe Power Adapter that safely disconnects when under strain, [...]

FXpansion has released a free mono synth, ORCA, for registered users of the company’s site. Anyone can download the synth by creating a free user account at the FXpansion web page. This account also gives access to the company’s forum for discussion, tips and support.
According to the company, ORCA showcases some exciting new technology that [...]

DJ Paul Van Dyk has created a public service announcement for Rock the Vote:
“You have the right to choose - you have the right to vote” - Paul Van Dyk
Rock the vote - or in Van Dyk’s case - DJ the vote!

G Flux is a multi filter plug-in with awesome modulation capabilities. The versatile architecture enables simple or complex filter applications at a very competitive price.
Features:
G Flux

64 Bit internal processing
Mac and PC VST with AU format to follow soon.
VST 2.3 Compliant
Full MIDI automation. MIDI learn allows user to control almost any control with any MIDI controller
Installer [...]

Solid State Logic has announced its involvement with the Ardour workstation and is contributing to its development by employing Paul Davis, the founder of Ardour and its key developer.
Paul is working on an agreed set of development objectives and is also co-ordinating the efforts of other Ardour developers. Our aim is to develop associated software [...]

Solid State Logic has announced the imminent availability of Duende for PC and new generation Intel processor Apple Mac users.
The SSL Duende is a powerful DSP platform that functions within your audio workstation environment, offering SSL audio processing and access to a thriving online mentoring program to enable you to maximise the quality of your [...]

IK Multimedia is shipping its first hardware product, StealthPlug, a 1/4” jack to USB audio interface cable for guitar and bass players designed to let them plug into the world of software-based amp/effects modeling and recording.
According to the company, StealthPlug is the first audio interface for guitar and bass integrated into a simple, miniaturized, 1/4” [...]

The latest sample library from Bitword, Wavefront for Reason, is a massive, overwhelming ReFill.
It’s produced by Marc Van Bork, the producer/programmer behind Sonic Data Volume One and Prosamples Platininum Vapor Virtual Synthesizer. Van Bork’s clearly got an ear for creating cutting-edge electronic sounds.
We called Wavefront massive and overwhelming, and it is - both in scope, [...]

Composer, programmer and visual artist Jeff Harrington has a large variety of classical electronic and instrumental music available as free MP3s from his blog.
According to Harrington, his music is “tonal and intensely contrapuntal, inspired by New Orleans and classical music traditions.”
He has several free downloadable albums of his electronic works. Lachrimae Crystallinum (MP3) is “a [...]

Rain Recording has announced the launch of their UK and European operation. From the beginning of November, the entire range of Rain Recording digital audio/video workstations will be available in the UK and Europe from their new London based production center.
Rain Recording has been making a name for itself in the USA bringing their expertise [...]