July, 2007 archive

This video, from BoiaUniversallis, shows using a Dance Dance Revolution mat being used as a music controller.
The setup combines a SmartJoy interface, dance mat, Junxion and Live 6.
via OCP

Loopcache has released Glitch Bleep IDM Reason Refill, a refill catering to the leftfield electronica music maker.
Highlights include:

Over 2500 individual hits, including Kicks, snares, bleeps, buzzes, hisses, clicks, clangs and glitched out stereo effects. Each sample has been level matched for ease of use and many have been micro edited for maximum impact.
Over 400 IDM [...]

 

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Nine Volt Audio has released The Collection Vol Two, a REX-based loop library that combines inspiring sounds with user flexibility and a $40.00 discounted price over purchasing each title separately.
Description:
Each title in The Collection Vol 2 is part of Nine Volt Audio’s BPM Flex Series, which means tempos are unrestrained and loops can [...]

NuGen Audio has announced the update of Monofilter to v3.2. Monofilter is a VST effect for Windows designed to provide a comprehensive interface for narrowing a stereo signal towards (or to) mono below a specified frequency.
This update includes the following:
New Utility Controls:

Undo
Redo
Bypass
A/B memory save
A/B memory recall

Fixes:

Multiple instance threading problem fixed

Monofilter 3.2 is available now from [...]

Manytone has introduced ManyBass, a bass guitar virtual instrument which comes with a large collection of bass guitar samples intended meet day-to-day bass instrument needs.
ManyBass is available in PC VSTi format and Mac AU and VSTi formats (Universal Binary). One license covers both formats. The price is $139.95. A ManyBass Bundle that includes the [...]

 

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 ManyBass - Rockin' it out! [1:35m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Jacking with a Virus Classic Synth was uploaded by: robotpickle
Duration: 71
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MachineCodex has released a new public beta of MachineHead, an alternative media player for OS X that lets you slow it down, pitch it up, loop it, warp it, manipulate it, slap it up, flip it, rub it down – oh no!
Features:

Pitch Shifting: -1200 to +1200Hz
Time Shifting: 1/4x to 4x speed
Opens most audio files
Opens [...]

NAMM Update: CME has announced that it’s now shipping its new line of master keyboards. The UF 50/60/70/80 range from 49 to 88 keys with semi-weighted and hammer action weighted keys and feature a wireless MIDI system and optional multifunctional expansion board.
Based on a quick view, the new line looks to be built like a [...]

Roland has expanded its SP Sampler lineup with the new flagship SP-555 Sampling Workstation. The SP-555 comes with 16 velocity sensitive pads, 37 Fantom-quality effects, a new LOOP CAPTURE function, beefed up internal sample memory, and computer integration with USB MIDI/AUDIO connectivity.

BackLine Engineering has announced a significant feature update for RiffBox, its popular looping device designed to enhance the capabilities of performing musicians.
The firmware 5.0 update includes the following five most requested feature enhancements:

While recording a new layer, you can now abort the recording with the simple press of the footswitch.
An auto-start option has been added [...]