Native Instruments has just released updated versions of their DJ systems: the 4+1 channel Traktor Kontrol S4 and the 2+1-channel Traktor Kontrol S2 DJ system. The S4 and S2 are now also Traktor DJ-compatible. The Traktor Kontrol S4 and S2 combine a DJ mixing interface, built-in 24-bit/96 kHz soundcard, and an “intuitive” interface engineered for… Read More Native Instruments Updates Traktor Kontrol S4, S2 DJ Systems
http://youtu.be/yeoNjGYILXQ Nu-desine, the makers of the AlphaSphere, have released a series of tutorials that teach how to use the controller/instrument with a number of popular applications. The new videos cover these programs:
THUMP is holding a contest with a pretty sweet prize: two VIP tickets for the sold-out Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit, along with hotel accommodations. The music festival will be October 25 – 27 in Asheville, NC. The 50+ festival acts range from Gary Numan and Nine Inch Nails and Bassnectar to Tara Busch and Big… Read More Mountain Oasis VIP Pass Contest
Synthtopia reader Michael Dennis Raleigh shared a recent experiment, using a Microsoft Surface Pro to run Native Instruments’ Maschine: “I just tested out combining Maschine + the MS Surface pro, here are the results… It gave out after two minutes. However, I was running 5 reaktor vst’s, 3 massive vst’s, and samples for beats. The… Read More NI Maschine + MS Surface Pro
Line 6 has introduced a replacement to their popular POD HD Pro guitar multi-effects processor and studio interface. The new POD HD Pro X (like the recently released POD HD500X) features more DSP processing power than previous incarnations of the interface, allowing musicians greater flexibility for creating complex signal paths and “unique, intricate” tones. Line… Read More Line 6 Intros POD HD Pro X Multi-Effects Processor and Studio Interface
Australian app developers iThirtySeven have announced an update to their iPro.DJSampler. What’s new: Version 1.1 of the iPad app now includes a free effects pack (which includes Reverb, Flanger, Delay, Filters, among other effects), along with a “wicked Free EDM” sample pack and Audiobus support.
Native Instruments this week introduced Kinetic Metal, a new instrument to help producers and sound designers create “ethereal sound beds, shifting textures, and delicate, tonal percussion.” Comprised of over 200 multi-layered patches running in NI Kontakt 5*, Kinetic Metal combines sampled “unconventional” metal objects with artificial waveforms. The result is a broad range of atmospheric… Read More NI’s Kinetic Metal Puts Cauldrons, Typewriters, Swords In Motion
http://youtu.be/MAMWH4gci_g Thursday, Arturia announced an update of its iMini app, to version 1.2, an iOS 7-supporting update to its recreation of the 1971-vintage Minimoog monosynth for the iPad. The advances to the iMini app take advantage of iOS 7’s built-in Inter-App Audio, allowing users to send MIDI commands and stream audio between apps on the… Read More Arturia iMini v1.2, Now With iOS7 Compatibility
Today M-Audio announced the availability of their new 3-way M3-8 studio reference monitor. Featuring an innovative inline design and superior imaging, the compact M3-8 delivers an “immersive” audio experience with dedicated low-, mid-, and high-frequency drivers, each with its own dedicated amplifier. M-Audio Product Manager, JC Sutherland, explains, “One of the biggest upsides to having… Read More M-Audio Debuts the M3-8: Three-Way Fun In a Two-Way Space
Organizers of the Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit, which takes place Oct. 25-27 in downtown Asheville, have announced several panel discussions that will be held during the event, in addition to the music lineup. Planned panels include an Inventors’ Roundtable and an Artist Spotlight: An Interview with Gary Numan, both held at Diana Wortham Theatre… Read More Panels Announced For Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit
