64 Presets For Impaktor

Sunsine Audio has released Impact, a set of 64 new presets for Impaktor.

The pack makes full use of every aspect of both synthesis engines. Physical Modeling is explored through the “Membrane” and “Resonator” sections, Noise Shaping through the “Noise + Vocoder” section, and Frequency Modulation though the FM synthesizer section. Many of the presets contain a combination of these techniques interacting and combining in various ways, including some “tuned” presets that allow playing discreet pitches in a scale depending on the frequency of the impulse. In this manner some presets allow a melody to be played in the style or spirit of a talking drum or steel drum.

The sounds in this set range from classic “ethnic” sound types such as clay or frame, steel, or talking drums, to more traditional electronic sounding drums, and finally futuristic style percussion and drum sounds which may be defined as industrial, alien, or hybrid instruments.

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Explorer Adds 64 New Presets To Magellan Synthesizer

Sunsine Audio has released Explorer, a collection of 64 new presets for Magellan.

Here’s what they have to say about Explorer:

“Anyone looking for a bit of insight and exploration into this semi-modular behemoth should be pleased. Following hot-on-the-heels of our factory presets, these presets are of equal quality, and will greatly expand your palette.” says Fletcher Kaufman, owner of Sunsine Audio.

Each preset has the mod wheel and X-Y Pad routed to useful destinations. In addition 21 presets have been “Coupled” and labeled accordingly to be used as dual layer presets utilizing both synth engines. These presets maintain their function and individuality when used un-”Coupled” as well.

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CyberStep Intros KDJ-ONE GameBoy Style Mobile Music Workstation

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This the 2012 NAMM Show, CyberStep introduced the KDJ-One GameBoy style mobile music workstation.

Features:

  • The KDJ-ONE is a mobile audio workstation with synthesizer, sequencer, and audio capabilities.
  • Compact size and battery allow it to be carried and used anywhere.
  • WLAN support enables quick and wireless integration into any existing production environment.
  • Multi-touch screen, keypad, and jog dial.
  • ACIDized WAV support allows time stretching/pitch shifting of audio clips.
  • Internal synthesizer can also be accessed via external software as a VSTi.
  • Sonic vibrator

The KDJ-One is priced at $799 without WIFI or $829. Which seems pretty high, but none of our gear came with a sonic vibrator, either.

Check out the details and let us know what you think of the KDJ-One.

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KDJ-ONE Mobile Audio Workstation (Sneak Preview)

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This is a sneak preview of the Cyberstep KDJ-One - a mobile audio workstation running the MeeGo OS.

KDJ-ONE Features:

  • 5-inch multi-touch screen with 800 x 480 pixel resolution
  • Physical keyboard and jog dials
  • 1 GHz Atom processor
  • 512 MB of RAM
  • 4.0 GB of internal storage
  • Wireless LAN
  • USB

It can also run other Linux applications, including Firefox and Skype.

According to this report, the KDJ-ONE will be released during 2011, and priced at around 60,000-70,000 yen, which translates to about US $740-$860.  Continue reading

Wireless iPad Control App For The Access Virtus – iXimix VTI Pro

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iXimix has introduced a new wireless iPad control app for the Access Virus, VTI Pro.

VTI Pro is designed to control your Access Virus range synthesiser directly from your iPad. Using Coremidi networking technology, VTI Pro connects to your Access Virus synthesiser via your DAW, using Wifi. It offers full control to nearly 150 control parameters.

VTI Pro is built for use with the Virus TI / TI2 Range, but will work for all Access Virus synthesisers (A, B, Classic and C). Some parameters only work exclusively with TI models.

VTI Pro retails for $7.99 for the iPhone, $12.99 for the iPad. Details below. Continue reading