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NAMM 2006 Show NewsNAMM 2005 Computer Music NewsSunday, November 21, 2004All | Computer Music | DJ | Drums | Guitar & Bass | Keyboards, Synth, Samplers | Recording
NAMM Update: Alesis Intros Expression Pedal8/4/2005The F2 pedal is unique in its ability to function as both an expression and volume pedal simultaneously. NAMM: Alesis Updates M1 Studio Monitors8/4/2005The new M1 Active 520 and 620 offer definition and flat frequency response from their high-precision drivers and professionally crafted crossovers. NAMM: Alesis Intros Firewire Mixers8/4/2005Available in 8-, 12-, and 16-channel configurations, these compact tabletop mixers feature next-generation DICE II FireWire technology, low noise analog electronics, and one hundred studio-grade 28-bit digital effects. Alesis Premieres Photon X49 USB Keyboard Controller8/4/2005The Photon X49 provides a 49-key velocity sensitive keyboard, an intuitive and fully assignable user interface for controlling one’s software/hardware DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), a wealth of assignable knobs, buttons, and switches, and Alesis unique AXYZ controller dome. NAMM Update: Alesis Intros Sumo Keyboard Amp8/4/2005The Sumo 15 is ideal for keyboard players in search of a practice or monitor solution as well as for small PA applications. IK Multimedia Distributes Sonic Refills Worldwide8/4/2005Each one of the 20+ volumes in this collection offers instruments recorded and specifically programmed for each of the modules within Reason 3.0. Miroslav Philharmonik Shipping8/4/2005Philharmonik is a powerful integrated orchestral workstation combining the legendary Miroslav Orchestral and Choir sample collection masterpieces with a dedicated plug-in instrument specifically tailored toward classical sounds and arrangements. AmpliTube UNO Now Available as a Free Download from IK8/4/2005AmpliTube Uno is a free, single amp and stand-alone application, designed to demonstrate the phenomenal quality and potential of the AmpliTube line of products. 2005 NAMM Summer Session: M-Audio Releases TimewARP 2600 Virtual Analog Synthesizer7/24/2005M-Audio, a leading manufacturer of creative tools for computer-centric musicians, is proud to announce release of Way Out Ware’s TimewARP 2600 virtual emulation of the classic ARP 2600 analog synthesizer. NAMM Update: M-Audio Intros ProSessions7/24/2005ProSessions Premium Instruments feature meticulous recordings of one or two world-class instruments per volume. All titles include EXS24, HALion, Kontakt, Mach 5 and Reason NN-XT formats. 2005 NAMM Summer Session: M-Audio Unveils MicroTrack 24/96 Mobile Digital Recorder7/24/2005The MicroTrack 24/96 digital recorder is a rugged high-fidelity mobile 2-channel digital recorder that records WAV and MP3 files to CompactFlash media or microdrives. NAMM: M-Audio Fast Track Pro7/24/2005M-Audio has announced the new Fast Track Pro mobile audio/MIDI interface for use with PC and Mac computers. The Fast Track Pro builds on the success of its sibling, the Fast Track USB, adding even more professional features. NAMM: Numark Debuts 494 DJ Package7/24/2005The new Fusion 494 includes two Numark Axis 4 CD players, the DM950 mixer, and the HF 125 headphones—all pre-wired and shipped with the CS-6 hard case for easy transport. Targeted for DJs and aspiring DJs interested in tabletop performance at an affordable price, the Fusion 494 takes value to an entirely new level. 2005 NAMM Summer Session: Numark Intros Fusion 111 DJ Package7/24/2005Designed as the ultimate entry-level DJ system, the Fusion 111 includes two TCD05 DJ CD players, an MX05 2-Channel DJ mixer, and the HF125 headphones—all pre-wired and shipped with a sleek, durable black and sliver hard case for the ultimate in portability. 2005 NAMM Update: Numark Intros DM2050 Mixer7/24/2005This entry-level mixer features steep 3-band EQ on every channel, a replaceable crossfader with reverse and slope control, a dedicated microphone input with 2-band EQ, and multiple input sources.. NAMM Update: Numark Intros CDMix3 DJ Station7/24/2005The CDMIX3 plays both standard CD audio and MP3 CDs, provides buffered Anti-Shock memory protection, seamless looping, pitch control with a pitch bend wheel, balanced outputs, and a master EQ section. NAMM: Numark Announces 200FX MKII Rackmount DJ Mixer7/24/2005Featuring digital reverbs and additional effects from Alesis, the 200FX MKII offers five microphone inputs for use among mobile DJs and small club or bar installations. NAMM Intros Rotary Speaker Pedal7/24/2005BOSS announced the newest member of its Twin-Pedal family: the RT-20 Rotary Sound Processor. NAMM Roland Intros SP4 047/24/2005Picking up where the Roland SP-303 sampler left off, the new SP-404 is built on a foundation of more: more features, more voices, more pads, and more memory. NAMM Update: Waves Accelerators7/24/2005The APA products offer a new paradigm that uses Ethernet connections and switches to enable stacking several APA units together and even sharing them among several DAW workstations. NAMM Update: Waves Teams with PRS Guitars on Guitar System7/24/2005Designed in association with Paul Reed Smith Guitars, the Waves GTR aims to give engineers, producers, and session guitarists a new choice that offers entirely professional results. NAMM Update: Ableton Intros Live 57/24/2005Live 5 presents a wealth of new features and enhancements.. NAMM: Cakewalk Intros Sonar Home Studio7/23/2005Cakewalk has announced SONAR Home Studio Version 4 and SONAR Home Studio Version 4 XL, the newest additions to the SONAR product line of feature-rich recording software. NAMM Summer Session Update: Native Intros Akoustik Piano7/23/2005Akoustik Piano recreates the nuance and detail of the original instruments by combining elaborate multi-sampling with sophisticated emulation of soundboard resonance and pedal behaviour. NAMM Intros Updated Rhythm Trainer7/22/2005The RMP-5 has a convenient one-piece molded body with integrated pad and brain, along with a great-feeling, tunable mesh drumhead. NAMM: Edirol Intros New V-LINK Compatible Visual Performance Package7/22/2005EDIROL has announced a new visual performance package for the visual artist and performing musician. NAMM: Edirol Intros First Hi-Speed USB Multi-Channel Audio Support for Apple Mac OS X Tiger7/22/2005Edirol has introduced the first professional Hi - Speed USB (USB 2.0) multi-channel audio support for Apple Mac OS X Tiger, using their UA-1000 and UA-101 USB 2.0 Audio Interfaces. Radial Intros SGI Studio Guitar Interface2/6/2005The SGI Studio Guitar Interface is allows a guitar signal to travel from the control room across balanced studio wiring to a distant amplifier as far as 500 feet away Peavey Intros FX USB Mixers2/6/2005Peavey has introduced the FX Series mixing consoles, available in 16-, 24- and 32-channel versions with Silencer mic preamps, dual DSP engines, dual USB ports and built-in MP3 compression for exporting audio directly to a computer Peavey U1002 Wireless System2/6/2005Available with lavalier, handheld and hands-free mics; guitar systems ESI Intros KeyControl Control Keyboards2/2/2005ESI introduced a two MIDI controller keyboards at the 2005 Winter NAMM show, the KeyControl 25 and 49. Quantum Leap RA Features Rare and Ethnic Instruments2/2/2005East West introduced Quantum Leap RA, a sample library of rare and ethnic instruments, at the 2005 Winter NAMM Expo. East West Intros Symphonic Choirs2/2/2005East West introduced Symphonic Choirs, a choral sample library, at the 2005 Winter NAMM show. East West Intros Colossus Sound Library2/2/2005East West introduced Colossus, a massive high-end GM-compatible sound library, at the 2005 Winter NAMM show. ARTcessories Intros Phono Micro•PRE Phono Preamp2/2/2005ARTcessories has announced the PHONO Micro•PRE – a high quality Phono preamplifier designed for home and studio. Blue Introduces Professional USB Mic2/2/2005Blue Microphones has announced the first USB microphone designed for professional recording applications. Alesis Introduces Portable Firewire Mixers at 2005 NAMM Show2/2/2005Alesis has announced the MultiMix line of mixers, which feature FireWire data connectivity. Muse Receptor Compatible With Hundreds of Plug-Ins2/1/2005Muse Research has announced that it completed testing for compatibility with hundreds of freeware plug-ins that can be found by anyone on the web. Kvr-vst.com Now KVRaudio2/1/2005Muse Research has announced at that its website for plug-in related technologies, www.kvr-vst.com, has changed its name to www.kvraudio.com. Synful Orchestra Features Innovative Technology2/1/2005Synful Orchestra is a VST/DXi Virtual Software Plugin Synthesizer based on Reconstructive Phrase Modeling (RPM) technology. Open Labs Intros NEKO GS Keyboard Workstation2/1/2005Open Labs introduces Pentium-4 based keyboard workstation. NAMM: Muse Receptor Updated2/1/2005Muse Research has announced the Version 1.2 software upgrade for Receptor, the new hardware plug-in player. This software update for Receptor adds significant new features, including ADAT output support that increases the number of outputs to a total of ten. Spectrasonics Stylus RMX Update1/30/2005The new version of the groove software adds three effect modules, as well as enhanced compatibility with major host applications. NAMM: OpenLabs Intros MFusion1/30/2005Open Labs has introduced mFusion, a set of software technologies that allows users to control different musical keyboard devices and software packages through a single interface NAMM: Muse Uniwire1/30/2005Muse Research introduced UniWire, a solution for connecting the Receptor to a computer using standard Ethernet network peripherals, at the 2005 Winter NAMM Show. NAMM: MOTU Symphonic Instrument Plug-In1/30/2005MOTU debuted the MOTU Symphonic Instrument at the 2005 Winter NAMM show. MOTU Debuts V2 of MachFive and MX4 at NAMM1/30/2005MOTU introduced Version 2.0 for both of their instrument plug-ins, MachFive and MX4 at the 2005 NAMM show. Mackie Onyx 400F FireWire Box Makes First Public Appearance at NAMM1/30/2005Mackie made the NAMM debut of the Onyx 400F, a 10-channel, 192kHz-capable FireWire audio interface that features the new flagship Onyx microphone preamps, as well as on-board DSP matrix mixing. Lexicon Debuts MX200 Multi Effects1/30/2005Hardware unit includes a VST software interface via USB connection to recording programs. NAMM: Sonic Implants Complete Symphonic Series1/29/2005Sonic Networks previewed its complete Symphonic Collection at the Winter NAMM show. E-MU Intros XBoard USB/MIDI Control Keyboards1/29/2005E-MU Systems has introduced the new Xboard 25 and Xboard 49 Professional USB/MIDI Controllers for PC and Mac operating systems. E-MU Announces Production Tools Bundle1/29/2005E-MU Systems has announced its new Production Tools software bundle that will ship with all of its Cardbus and PCI Digital Audio Systems, offering musicians the software they need to create, record, edit, master and burn music. E-MU Adds Libraries for Proteus X and Emulator X1/29/2005E-MU Systems has announced three legacy sound module libraries for its Proteus X and Emulator X desktop instruments. NAMM Update: E-mu Announces 1616M and 1616 CardBus Digital Audio Systems1/29/2005E-MU Systems introduced the 1616M and 1616 CardBus Digital Audio Systems for laptop audio systems at the 2005 NAMM show Cakewalk Training With Craig Anderton1/29/2005Cakewalk, developer of the leading music and sound software for Windows, has announced Cakewalk Training led by Craig Anderton. Behringer PowerLight PL2000 Lights Up Rack1/29/2005New racklight features power distribution. Korg Unveils OASYS Open Architecture Synthesis Studio1/29/2005Korg has introduced a new platform for musical production, the OASYS Open Architecture Synthesis Studio. NAMM: Korg Debuts Kontrol49 Control Keyboard1/29/2005New pro keyboard controller has full-size keys and a wide array of performance capabilities Behringer Debuts Digital Monitors at Winter NAMM1/29/2005Behringer introduced two new digital desktop monitors, the MS20 & MS40, at the Winter NAMM show. Behringer Debuts B-Control BCN44 Compact MIDI Controller1/29/2005Behringer introduced the B-Control BCN44 compact MIDI controller at the 2005 NAMM show. Behringer Introduces B-Control Model for DJs1/29/2005Behringer has introduced a new control surface for DJs to its line of B-Control hardware control surfaces, the BCD2000. Behringer Intros Truth Subwoofer1/29/2005Behringer introduced the TRUTH B2092A, an active 360-Watt subwoofer for mono, stereo and surround productions, and the Winter 2005 NAMM Expo. Native Introduces Kontakt II Sampler1/28/2005Native Instruments introduced Kontakt 2, the second generation of their flagship sampler, at the 2005 Winter NAMM show. Way Out Ware Intros Virtual Arp 26001/28/2005Way Out Ware has introduced the TimewARP 2600 plug-in, a virtual recreation of the Arp 2600 NAMM: Native Instruments Intros Electronic Instruments 2XT1/27/2005Native Instruments has introduced Electronic Instruments 2 XT, the extended version of their Reaktor instrument collection. M-Audio Intros Black Box at Winter NAMM1/25/2005The M-Audio Black Box is a creative tool for guitarists that combines amp modeling, beat-synced effects and drum tracks with an audio interface for computer-based recording. IK Announces Amplitube 21/25/2005IK Multimedia has AmpliTube 2.0, a major upgrade to the guitar amp modeling plug-in. NAMM: Ampeg and IK Create Bass Amp Modeling Plug-In1/25/2005IK Multimedia has teamed up Ampeg to develop a virtual studio solution for bass amp modeling and effects: Ampeg SVX. Mackie Announces Tracktion 2 at NAMM1/25/2005Mackie has announced Tracktion 2, the first major update to their critically acclaimed recording and MIDI production software. Cycling, Octiv Introduce Octirama Surround Processor1/25/2005Cycling '74 and Octiv Inc. introduced Octirama, a Surround Dynamics Processor for Digidesign ProTools Systems at the NAMM Winter Expo. NAMM: CME Control Keyboard1/24/2005CME showcased their debut product, the UF master keyboard series, at the Winter NAMM show. NAMM: Cakewalk Unveils Project5 Version 21/24/2005Features a streamlined user interface, high performance audio engine, integrated multitrack audio, per-track pattern triggering and dynamic arpeggiator and more. NAMM: Cakewalk Announces First Native 64-bit Host Digital Audio Workstation1/24/2005Cakewalk has announced a fully native 64-bit version of SONAR 4 Producer Edition, an audio production environment on the Windows platform. NAMM: Cakewalk Acquires rgc:audio1/24/2005Cakewalk, developer of the leading music and sound software for Windows, has acquired rgc:audio, a leading developer of DirectX and VST synthesizer plug-ins for Windows. Apogee announces Firmware Update at 2005 NAMM Show1/23/2005Apogee Electronics Corporation has announced a firmware update that features Advanced Option Routing for the AD-16X and the DA-16X with X-HD or X-FireWire option cards installed. NAMM Show: Aphex Model 230 Master Voice Channel1/23/2005Aphex Systems showed their new Model 230 Master Voice Channel at the Winter NAMM show. NAMM Update: Aphex 207D Preamp1/23/2005Aphex Systems made the NAMM show debut of the new Model 207D tube microphone/instrument preamplifier. Alesis Unveils Fusion Workstations1/23/2005The Fusion is the only synth workstation with integrated 8-channel 24-bit recording capability Alesis Introduces Photon X49 USB/MIDI Controller1/23/2005Alesis has introduced the Photon X49, which further expands the USB/MIDI Keyboard controller series, the Photon 25 and X25. Alesis Introduces IO|2 USB Audio Interface at 2005 NAMM Show1/23/2005Alesis has introduced the IO|2 USB, a portable, inexpensive 24-bit/96k USB interface. 2005 NAMM Show: Steinberg Groove Agent 21/22/2005New version of the Steinberg virtual drummer plug-in, with updated drum styles and sounds. NAMM 2005: Steinberg Announces HALion Player1/22/2005Playback version of HALion virtual sampler. Steinberg Introduces Virtual Bassist1/22/2005Steinberg has annouced a new addition to its “virtual player” range of virtual musicians: Virtual Bassist. Edirol PR-80 Real-Time Video Editor1/22/2005Edirol Intros MA-7A Desktop Monitors1/22/2005Edirol has announced the MA-7A Stereo Desktop Monitors. Edirol FA-66 24-bit/192kHz FireWire Audio Interface1/22/2005Edirol has announced the FA-66, a 6-channel version of the powerful FA-101 FireWire interface. NAMM 2005: Update Puts Plugzilla at the Front of the House1/22/2005Manifold Labs announced V.FoH, software that turns Plugzilla into a digital solution for front of house engineering. NAMM 2005: Applied Acoustics Systems Announces String Studio Synth1/20/2005Applied Acoustics Systems today announced the upcoming release of the String Studio synthesizer for Mac OS X and Windows. Edirol Introduces New Stereo Mic and Travel Case for the R-4 Portable Digital Recorder1/20/2005Edirol has announced a new mic and case for the R-4 Four Channel Portable Hard Disc Recorder. Edirol Introduces New Line of MIDI Keyboard Controllers1/20/2005Edirol has announced the PCR-M line of MIDI keyboard controllers, building on the very popular PCR-series. Edirol Introduces New 24-bit/192kHz Digital Monitors1/20/2005Edirol has announced the MA-15D Digital Stereo Desktop Monitors. Alesis Fusion Debuts at Winter NAMM 20051/19/2005The new Alesis Fusion Synth keyboard workstation has a new synthesizer engine that provides four synthesis types: Sample Playback, Analog Modeling, FM and Physical Modeling. NAMM Show Update: Cycling Releases Windows Mode1/19/2005Cycling '74 has announced Mode for Windows. The package features three instruments and two effects units that integrate functions and performance controls typically found in rack-mount and workstation hardware. Cycling Announces Lemur Touchscreen Control Surface1/19/2005Cycling '74 has announced that it will be distributing the JazzMutant Lemur. NAMM 2005: Cycling '74 Releases Pluggo for Windows1/19/2005Cycling 74 has announced the release of Pluggo for Windows. Cycling '74 Announces Hipno Plug-Ins1/19/2005Cycling '74 has announced Hipno 1.0, a new suite of over forty effects and instrument VST plug-ins for VST, Audio Units and RTAS Mac OS X host applications. Universal Audio Debuts Ultimate DSP Card/Plug-in Bundle1/18/2005Universal Audio has announced the new UAD-1 Ultra Pak, a combination of DSP hardware and software plug-ins for Windows and Macintosh DAWs. NAMM Show: Roland & Universal to Develop Plug-in Versions of Classic Roland Processors1/18/2005Roland Corporation and Universal Audio have announced that Universal Audio will develop, market and sell plug-in emulations of classic Roland processors for UA's popular UAD-1 DSP card. Winter NAMM Show: DynaGain Solid-State Amps1/18/2005The North American built Traynor DynaGain Series provides versatility and tube-like tone in 65-watt packages. Winter NAMM: Traynor Custom Valve 50BLUE1/18/2005The Traynor Custom Valve 50BLUE is the latest addition to the popular North American built, all-tube Traynor Custom Valve guitar amp line. 600 Watt Ashdown Rig Packs More Bass Per Buck1/18/2005NAMM: ILIO Introduces 4 S.A.G.E Xpanders1/17/2005ILIO has released four Groove Control activated collections as new S.A.G.E. Xpanders for Spectrasonics Stylus RMX virtual instrument. 2005 NAMM Show: ILIO Origins1/17/2005ILIO Entertainments has announced Origins, a new sample library from Dirk Campbell. 2005 NAMM Show: CM Labs MotorMate1/17/2005CM Labs has released the MotorMate multi-platform DAW console with built-in monitor section. MiBAC Introduces Music Lessons on OS X1/17/2005MiBAC Music Software has introduced Music Lessons 1 & 2 for Mac OS X. Moog Introduces Rackable Minimoog1/17/2005First look at the rack-mount Minimoog. VSTi Ueberschall Liquid With Melodyne Technology1/16/2005Celemony Software has announced that it is licensing the technology behind its unique audio application Melodyne to Ueberschall, which has used it to develop a completely new family of flexible VST instruments. NAMM 2005: XPSound Introduces New Audio Interface1/15/2005XP Sound has introduced the XP202, a 24-bit 96kHz enabled USB audio interface for Mac or Windows. NAMM 2005: Mindprint Introduces Trio Total Recording Solution1/15/2005Mindprint has introduced the T.R.I.O Total Recording Solution, a device that combines the essential elements of a studio into one box. NAMM 2005: Hughes & Kettner Enter the Matrix1/15/2005Hughes & Kettner has released a new line of amplifiers that that combines the best of the analog and digital worlds. Futuristic Gemini Turntable Combines Digital and Analog Worlds1/15/2005Gemini has introduced the CDT-05, a futuristic turntable that fuses the analog and digital dj worlds. Discrete Drums Introduces Two News Loop Collections1/15/2005Discrete Drums has introduced a pair of drum loop libraries with attitude, Heavy Mental and Ruff Drumz Bitch! ALTO Introduces Orient Express Portable PA Solution1/15/2005The Orient Express Series of portable PA solutions is inspired by vintage locomotives of the early 1900s. ALTO Introduces 8-Channel Preamp With Digital Output.1/15/2005The ALTO MP8D is an 8 channel instruments and microphone preamplifier with ADAT pipeline and 24-bit/192 Khz AES/EBU-SPDIF digital outputs. NAMM 2005: Melodyne uno1/14/2005Celemony Software has announced its new audio editing software Melodyne uno for Windows and Mac OS X. NAMM 2005: Melodyne Version 2.61/14/2005Celemony Software is shipping Version 2.6 of its unique audio software Melodyne. KEL Audio Releases Front Address Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic1/14/2005KEL Audio has released the HM-4, a front address large diaphragm condenser microphone with a focused, punchy sound. Edirol R-1 Portable Wave/MP3 Recorder Now Shipping1/14/2005Edirol has announced that the R-1 Portable Stereo Wave/MP3 Recorder is now shipping. Search for NAMM with the Ebay Auction Finder! Discuss NAMM in the Electronic Music Forum Recent Electronica NewsBrian Eno To Score Spore1/16/2007Ueberschall Intros Scoretrax Royalty-Free Music Library1/14/2007Ueberschall Intros Liquid Trumpet1/14/2007Learn To Solder1/14/2007Image Line Software Announces FL Studio 71/13/2007
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