This is a demo of Audioxygen’s Gemini VSTi, a huge fat soft synth for Windows .

Description:

This Synthesizer combines a huge fat, analogue sound with unique step sequencers and radical distortion. It excels in Raging Techno baselines, Psy/Goa FX, Hardstyle screams, Shimmering pads, Massive Trance leads and much more.

Key features:

• Huge, fat analogue sound with unique detuning algorithm.
• Radical Resonance and Distortion behavior down to the lowest sub frequencies.
• Unique dual step sequencers which can modulate each other for stunning sequences.
• Super-easy to operate. Every knob turn really changes the sound, like Macro controls.

Yeah – they describe it as huge, fat and analogue twice, which is doubly redundant. Why? Because huge and fat go hand in hand with analogue, right? Especially when you use the UK spelling for analogue, which equals huge and fat.

They’ve got a free demo at the site, though, so check it out and let us know how huge, fat, radical and raging this virtual analogue bad boy can get.

Direct Download Gemini VSTi
E 19,-  / $25,-  / £17,-

via audioxygen

An overview of the Gemini CDMP-5000:

Player Section

• Audio CD, CD-R & MP3 compatible -
• Plays MP3 files from USB storage device* -
• BPM Read Out -
• Anti-shock using RAM buffer memory 
• 2 Selectable Jog modes Pitch Bend/Search 
• Multifunction scroll knob for MP3 folder navigation 
• Instant-start & cue with preview 
• Single & continuous play modes 
• One Seamless loop per side with reloop 
• Pitch bend via jog wheel or buttons 
• Three mode time selection 
• Frame accurate search 
• Bright VFD display 
• Variable pitch control with three settings +/- 8,16 & 24% 
• Fully programmable with repeat function 
• (FAT 32 formatted storage devices only)

Mixer Section

• 3 band EQ with gain control 
• 1/4″ headphone output 
• XLR and 1/4″ mic input 
• Auxiliary inputs for phono or line devices

Unit Dimensions: 19 x 10.2 x 4.3 (482 x 260 x 110 mm)
Weight: 12.1 lbs. (5.5 kg)
Shipping: 15.6 lbs. (7.1 kg)

Features:

• 3 Fly Cue Points
• 2 eight second Sampler Banks
• Seamless Loop capability
• Instant Reverse
• Variable pitch control range of +/- 4%, 8%, 16% even up to 100%

Fully audio CD, CD-R and CD-RW compatible with easy MP3 text and folder search ability, the MPX-40 also boasts 10-second Anti-Shock Protection, +10 track selection, large blue backlit LCD display, coaxial RCA digital output, a BPM counter and a Key Lock button that allows the tempo of the music to be adjusted without affecting the pitch.

MSRP of $499.95 (street price approximately $300.00)

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Gemini introduced PS-02USB DJ Mixer.

The keys to the PS-02USB’s exceptionality are the two USB ports located on the mixer’s back panel. With the added connectivity, DJs have the ability to mix in music directly from their PC while recording the overall mix directly to their PC. With full-duplex capability, the PS-02USB allows these operations to be performed simultaneously without any third party software or hardware.

“With the debut of our new and improved product line, we wanted to make sure our USB mixer would go with the flow of the new updates,” said Mark Matthews, Gemini’s Director of Marketing and Product Development, “We also wanted to create an innovative product while keeping it within the financial reach of the average DJ – by adapting the USB feature to the original PS-02 design, we were able to do just that.”

In addition to USB connectivity, the PS-02USB features 6 line, 3 convertible phono/line RCA inputs, 3-Band EQ Kill Switches with Flash Effect, dual VU display, a fully featured front panel, and a master output fader. The PS-02USB has an MSRP of $329.95.

The iTrax comes with two angled docking stations that allow the user easy access to iPod controls when browsing through music libraries. Each iPod channel features 3-band EQ controls with Gain and phono/line input switches for the incorporation of other audio devices such as turntables, CD players, and more.

On the mixing console’s back panel, the iTrax is equipped a composite video output for use with the latest Photo/Video-enabled iPod products, 2 phono/line inputs, and a USB port that will allow the iTrax to function as a dock when connected to a computer, allowing the user to edit the music library of either iPod.

“The ever growing popularity of the iPod has been apparent for quite sometime, so we knew we needed an affordable solution for users who want to mix with these devices,” said Louis Dorio, Gemini’s Product Specialist, “With loads of input options, and video/photo iPod support, the iTrax is the ideal platform for iPod mixing.”

In addition to all these great features, the iTrax also features master volume control, dual VU meter display, a user-replaceable X-Fader, a fully featured cue section, and a microphone control panel with 2-band EQ and volume control. The iTrax is set for release in Q2 of 2006 with a suggested retail price of $179.95.

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Gemini Sound Products

The iCFX comes standard with a special Touch-Sensitive Jog Wheel that responds to the slightest touch. The current track can be controlled by simply placing one’s fingers on the center jog wheel plate, rolling it forward, or rolling it back – just like a piece of vinyl! The Jog Wheel is also capable of switching between Jog Mode and Pitch Bend mode, which is toggled through a convenient button located to the top right of the Jog Wheel and controlled by its outer ring.

“When we introduced the CFX-20, we knew that such a great product needed to be released into the iSeries line,” explained Alan Cabasso, President of Gemini Sound Products, “Its impressive technology was deserving of such an attractive casing, and so the iCFX was born!”

As with the rest of the iSeries product line, the iCFX sports an attractive white glossy casing, chrome backing and a bright red LCD screen with red backlit LED buttons. The iCFX also comes equipped other special features including two 8-second Sampler Banks, three Fly Cue Points, Seamless Loop capability, BPM counter, Key Lock, and up to 100% variable pitch control. Other features include Single Auto-Cue and Continuous Play Modes, three Time display modes, rotary Brake control, and 10-second Anti-Shock protection.

The CFX Professional Touch-Sensitive CD Player has an MSRP of $499.95.

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Gemini Sound Products

Ideal for permanent audio installations, these new speakers feature a compression driver with a 1.25” titanium diaphragm in addition to an 8” aluminum die-cast woofer. Each speaker is able to produce 100 watts RMS, with peak power at 250 watts.

“We wanted to produce a speaker that would be ideal for audio installations,” said Mark Matthews, Gemini’s Product Development Manager, “Their compact size and modest power rating will make these perfect for restaurants, bars, or anywhere the user would want to create musical ambiance for their business or household.”

Each speaker in the XTR system features a durable black ABS plastic molded shell with full metal grille. They also feature a stand-mounting socket and rigging points for easy installation. The GX-150 and GX-100 will have MSRPs of $249.95 and $159.95, respectively, and are due to ship in late January.

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Gemini

The GPA Series Power Amplifiers provide the user with an excellent value for a wide range of intermediate power applications. Boasting impedance handling down to 4 ohms, the GPA amplifiers deliver such high-end features as bi-polar output stage technology, comprehensive protection circuitry to prevent overheating, and a “front-to-rear airflow” cooling fan to preserve thermal stability.

“When designing the GPA amplifiers, we wanted to create the most affordable match of price and performance,” said Louis Dorio, Product Specialist at Gemini Sound Products Corp, “We truly believe that the GPA series will exceed all expectations for the price range.”

The GPA series features four powerful units, including the GPA-4000 ($449.95 MSRP), GPA-3000 ($369.95 MSRP), GPA-2000 ($309.95 MSRP) and GPA-1000 ($259.95 MSRP), each one coming standard with dual-channel volume controls, dual VU meters, balanced XLR and ¼” inputs, ¼” and Speakon™ outputs, and removable rack ears.

The GPA Professional Power Amplifier series promises to deliver optimum performance at all power levels while continuing Gemini’s tradition of bringing their customers the high-end features they seek with an affordable price tag. For power ratings on all GPA series amplifiers, please visit Gemini’s website.

NAMM 2006 Winter Show:

Each of the 5 channels on the CS-02 come equipped with an EFX assign button, crossfader assign switch, and an input assign knob that will allow the user to customize which input is fed to the respective channel. The mixer also features a DSP Effects module that gives the user 25 DSP effects to choose from, each of which can be assigned to any channel. Additionally, the CS-02 features a Zone Select switch that gives the user the power to choose which input is assigned to the Zone Output.

With the AUTO BPM /TAP button, the user can take advantage of the Effect Sync feature by syncing the chosen effect with the tempo of the song. The tempo can be set by the user by tapping the button in time. A tempo ratio control is also included for use in conjunction with the Effect Sync feature.

“As a true to form club mixer, we’re excited to release the CS-02 under the Gemini name.” stated Alan Cabasso, President of Gemini Sound Products, “The CS-02 brings club DJs everything they want from a premium mixer. From great effects to loads and loads of input options, the sheer versatility of this mixer is a sight to behold.”

In addition to all these wonderful features, the CS-02 also features 3-band EQ with Gain control for each channel, top-located AUX and REC inputs, and fully featured mic and cue control sections. The CS-02 is set to debut in Q2 of 2006 and will have a suggested retail price of $399.95.

NAMM 2006 Winter Show:

Gemini has fitted the CFX-20 with a Touch-Sensitive Jog Wheel that responds to the slightest touch. Users can control the current track by placing fingers on the center jog wheel plate, rolling it forward, or rolling it back, just like a piece of vinyl.

The Jog Wheel is also capable of switching between Jog Mode and Pitch Bend mode, which is toggled through a convenient button located to the top right of the Jog Wheel and controlled by the outer ring of the Jog Wheel itself.

The CFX-20 also comes equipped other special features including two 8-second Sampler Banks, three programmable Fly Cue Points, Seamless Loop capability, BPM counter, Key Lock, and up to 100% variable pitch control. Other features include Single Auto-Cue and Continuous Play Modes, three Time display modes, rotary Brake control, and 10-second Anti-Shock protection.

The new CFX unit has a list price of $479.99 MSRP

Gemini Sound Products

Equipped with a skip-resistant straight tone-arm system and 5.5 kg/cm high-torque direct drive motor, the CDT-05 delivers all of the premium features you’ve come to expect in a performance turntable coupled with the power of a full-featured CD player which can be controlled through the full-sized direct drive platter. As if this wasn’t enough, the CDT- 05 provides MP3 CD support and features independent outputs for the CD and Turntable, giving you the ability to mix a CD with vinyl or vice versa, all within a single compact design.

“Despite the digital trend, long-time DJs still embrace the feel and control of the vinyl record,” Louis Dorio, Gemini’s Product Specialist stated, “The CDT provides a way for DJs to move forward into the digital age without sacrificing the familiarity and skills they’ve developed throughout their career.”

The CDT-05 also comes equipped with other important features including variable pitch control up to 50% and a 3-speed motor. For the CD playback, this unit comes with 3 on-board DSP effects, pitch bend, 3 hot start points, frame accurate search and cue functions, and seamless loop capability. With all these features and the $1399.95 MSRP price tag, Gemini is entering the premium DJ products market full force with the very first Hybrid Turntable.

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Gemini

The CDM-500 comes with a fully-featured CD player equipped with Anti-ShockTM protection using buffer memory, comprehensive track selection options with direct select buttons, seamless loop capability, and variable pitch control with a range of +/- 12%. The mixer also features 3-Band EQ per channel with gain control, master, mic, and cue level controls, and Fader Start.

“The CDM-500 is the perfect combination of the all primary elements you need.” stated, Jeff Handis, Gemini’s National Sales Director, “As an all-in-one solution, the CDM’s impressive feature set promises not to disappoint users looking for a complete system”

The CDM-500 will have a suggested retail price of $299.95 and is set to begin shipping in Q2 of 2006.

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Gemini

The new CD player comes equipped with a fully featured CD control panel which can not only be utilized via the unit itself, but also through a special remote control that comes standard with the CD-150, making this an ideal CD Player for home use.

“As a long time producer of quality CD players, we recognize the importance of providing a viable option for customers who aren’t looking for the standard dual-deck solution,” stated Mark Matthews, Gemini’s Product Development Director, “The CD-150 signifies our efforts to meet the needs of those customers while still providing them with the features they’ve come to expect in our higher end CD Players.”

The CD-150 also delivers Anti-Shock Protection, Seamless Loop, +/- 12% Variable Pitch Control, +10 track select, three time display modes, and dual jog mode capability. With a list price of $239.95, the CD-150 Single Deck Rackmount CD player is now available. .

Gemini Sound Products

The XTR-500 system includes two 10” satellite loudspeakers which feature a new compression driver system to provide better high frequency definition, and a 15” subwoofer that has a built-in 400-watt 3-channel power amplifier and electronic crossover.

“The XTR-500 delivers all the essentials for a well balanced sound system,” said Louis Dorio, Gemini’s Product Specialist, “This new update to the XTR is of a higher quality and the updated hardware has upped the ante in durability.”

Each speaker in the XTR system features a heavy-duty MDF enclosure with a hardwearing paint finish, ensuring the durability and longevity of each component. Additionally, large detachable wheels are provided for portability and Speakon cables are included as well. The XTR-500 Complete Powered Speaker system is set to ship in late December.

More information is available at the Gemini DJ site.

Gemini Sound Products

Ideal for permanent audio installations, these new speakers feature a compression driver with a 1.25” titanium diaphragm in addition to an 8” aluminum die-cast woofer. Each speaker is able to produce 100 watts RMS, with peak power at 250 watts.

“Their compact size and modest power rating will make these perfect for restaurants, bars, or anywhere the user would want to create musical ambiance for their business or household,”said Gemini’s Product Development Manager Mark Matthews.

Ideal for permanent audio installations, these new speakers feature a compression driver with a 1.25” titanium diaphragm in addition to an 8” aluminum die-cast woofer. Each speaker is able to produce 100 watts RMS, with peak power at 250 watts.

Each speaker features a durable black ABS plastic molded shell with full metal grille. They also feature a stand-mounting socket and rigging points for easy installation. The GX-150 and GX-100 will have MSRPs of $249.95 and $159.95, respectively, and are due to ship in late January.

Each speaker features a durable black ABS plastic molded shell with full metal grille. They also feature a stand-mounting socket and rigging points for easy installation. The GX-150 and GX-100 will have MSRPs of $249.95 and $159.95, respectively, and are due to ship in late January.

More information is available at the Gemini DJ site.

With the added connectivity, DJs have the ability to mix in music directly from their PC while recording the overall mix directly to their PC. With full-duplex capability, the PS-02USB allows these operations to be performed simultaneously without any third party software or hardware.

In addition to USB connectivity, the PS-02USB features 6 line, 3 convertible phono/line RCA inputs, 3-Band EQ Kill Switches with Flash Effect, dual VU display, a fully featured front panel, and a master output fader.

MSRP is $329.95.

More information is available at the Gemini site.

Gemini

The iKEY will allow the user to record live music, live speeches/seminars, radio, karaoke, transfer a vinyl collection to MP3, or record music to an MP3 Player hard drive.

To use the iKEY, simply connect a cable from your headphone jack or any other output source to the RCA inputs, connect to a USB flash drive or mass storage device, select the desired digital audio format, and hit record. The iKEY lets you choose whether the audio will be converted into MP3 format (with a choice of a 128, 160 and 256kbps bit rate) or the lossless WAV format. Never before has a portable device allowed you to do this without extra hardware and software.

The iKey lists at $229.99.

For more information, visit the Gemini DJ site.

NAMM 2005:

Since the advent of the CD format in the DJ realm, performance DJs have only dreamed of a solution that would combine the classic feel of a turntable with the ability to play both CDs and vinyl. With the release of the Gemini CDT-05, that dream has now become a reality, with the ability to play both vinyl, as well as to play CDs with the hands-on control of a full size direct drive platter.

The CDT-05’s sturdy aluminum platter is driven by a CPU-controlled high-torque direct drive motor, perfectly suited towards vinyl playback or CD manipulation. In both analog (vinyl) and digital (CD) modes, DJs are provided with a variable pitch control, with selectable ranges of 4, 8, 16, or 50 percent, along with pitch bend function as well as master tempo.

Additionally, 3 DSP effects (Filter, Zoom, and Echo) with variable parameter and a forward/reverse switch can be accessed in either mode. During CD playback, the CDT-05 affords 3 hot starts, frame accurate cue, and seamless loop, for ultimate flexibility in the digital domain. The motor can also be disengaged, for DJs that prefer CD decks with a passive, non-motor driven platter. Vinyl DJs will appreciate the removable, virtually unskippable straight tonearm system (sold separately) as well as the versatility of having an all-in-one unit to move forward with the digital revolution, while preserving the legacy of vinyl.

More information is available at the Gemini site.