NAMM Update: ZOOM Intros SB-246 Street Box Hip-Hop Rhythm Machine

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Zoom introduced the SB-246 Street Box, in collaboration with the hot Nashville-based producers Beat Kangz. A dedicated Hip Hop rhythm machine, the SB-246 features a slim, compact design, 529 Hip Hop sounds, studio quality effects, and a built-in sequencer with loop capability. The SB-246 comes with an array of percussion and… Read More NAMM Update: ZOOM Intros SB-246 Street Box Hip-Hop Rhythm Machine

NAMM Update: Mackie Updates Tracktion 2

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Mackie announced a new release of their Tracktion recording software–Tracktion 2.1. This latest update includes several great feature enhancements including: Custom Control Surface Creation: Control Tracktion’s transport, navigation, options, and channels via your favorite low-cost hardware controller, or even the sliders, buttons, and keys on your MIDI controller keyboard. MP3 Import… Read More NAMM Update: Mackie Updates Tracktion 2

Apple Logic Pro 7.2 PowerPC Intel Crossgrade

Apple has released a crossgrade to upgrade any version of Logic Pro 7 to version 7.2, native on both PowerPC and Intel-based Macintosh computers. Other features are integrated support for the Apogee Ensemble FireWire interface, compatibility with Pro Tools HD 7 DAE, a complement of feature enhancements and improvements, and project compatibility with GarageBand 3.… Read More Apple Logic Pro 7.2 PowerPC Intel Crossgrade

Steinberg Announces Mactel Commitment

NAMM 2006 Winter Show Update: Steinberg Media Technologies announced its commitment to developing its audio software products such as Cubase and Nuendo for the latest generation of Intel-based Macintosh computers. “Steinberg’s development activity for this exciting new platform is continuing apace,” says Steinberg’s Director of Engineering, Markus Stehlik. “The latest version of our VST plug-in… Read More Steinberg Announces Mactel Commitment

Sony Announces ACID Pro Software Upgrade

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Sony Media Software announced ACID Pro 6, a significant upgrade to its professional loop-based music creation and production software. This new release includes several major development enhancements to the recording and MIDI capabilities of the program, transforming version 6 into a full-featured professional digital audio and MIDI workstation. ACID Pro 6… Read More Sony Announces ACID Pro Software Upgrade