Reader Jesse Rutherford (Bent-Tronics) let us know about this video, which captures him unboxing, assembling and testing the new Soulsby Synthesizers miniAtmegatron synthesizer shield for Arduino.
FabFilter has released FabFilter Pro-C 2, a major update to the FabFilter Pro-C compressor plug-in. Here’s what they have to say about the updated compressor: Five brand-new compression styles make FabFilter Pro-C 2 even easier to set up and more effective in common scenarios such as vocal processing, mastering or EDM pumping. It’s like getting five new… Read More FabFilter Pro-C 2 Compressor Plug-in Now Available
Camel Audio’s Alchemy synthesizer used to cost $249, on the high end for software synthesizers. But fans thought Alchemy was worth it, and were disappointed when Camel Audio closed shop earlier this year. As of today, though, Alchemy is back – at least for Mac users. Apple has introduced a massive free update to Logic… Read More Camel Audio Alchemy Lives On In Free Updates To Logic Pro, MainStage
TTrGames has updated MiMiX Mixer for Audiobus to version 2.0, adding Audiobus Remote support, improved MIDI support and more.
Native Instruments has released Stem Creator, a free application for creating STEMS formatted audio files, as a beta download. STEMS is an open file format that lets you distribute tracks that incorporate a full mix, plus four stem tracks – such as drums, bass, keys and vocals. Each of the four stem tracks can be individually mixed, allowing for… Read More Native Instruments Releases Stem Creator Tool As A Free Beta
20 years ago today – August 24, 1995 – Microsoft introduced Windows 95, an operating system that revolutionized the way people interact with computers. With Windows 95, Microsoft brought the graphical user interface to the masses, moved to a multi-tasking architecture and eliminated the need for most people to deal with command-line bullshittery. One of the coolest… Read More The Coolest Feature Of Windows 95 Was Created By Brian Eno, On A Mac
Exp.Inst.Rain, created by Balam Soto, is a futuristic experimental instrument, combining sound generation and visual projection. By touching the box at various points, players create different sounds. The sounds also generate changes in the projection. Here’s a video demo:
Novation’s new limited-edition MoroderNova is now available, and Synthtopia’s got one to give away!
This video captures violinist Laurent Bernadac doing a looping jam with the 3D Varius, described as the first playable 3D-printed violin. Bernadac uses a BOSS looper, along with a variety of playing techniques and effects, to create a layered looping performance.
MIDIculous has released MKSensation – a rompler-style software synth, designed for gigging musicians, with a gospel performance emphasis.
