Patch Library For Arturia iSEM, SEM

Sunsine Audio has released Semester – 64 new presets for Arturia iSEM and SEM. This patch library features ‘thick leads, basses, creamy pads, keys and tricky arpeggios. In addition organ, brass, strings, percussion, synth patches and sequences are included as well.’ Here’s a video demo of the 645 SEM/iSEM patches:

Sample Tank 3 Now Shipping

IK Multimedia has announced that SampleTank 3, the latest version of its software ‘sound and groove workstation’ for Mac and Windows, is now shipping. SampleTank 3 offers a massive 33 GB sound library (containing over 4,000 instruments), 64-bit compatibility, completely redesigned user interface, 55 high-quality effects, new loop and groove management and enhanced sample engine. 

Roland SH-101 Plug-Out Software Synthesizer Now Available As Free Download For System-1

Roland today announced updates to the entire Aira line. In addition, they announced that the SH-101 Plug-Out software synthesizer is now available as a free download for the Roland Aira System-1. The new software synthesizer is a reproduction of the iconic Roland SH-101. According to to Roland, the new virtual analog emulates the original ‘right… Read More Roland SH-101 Plug-Out Software Synthesizer Now Available As Free Download For System-1

Nagual Dance Uses Kinect To Translate Movement Into Music

Berlin-based Nagual Sounds has developed a new gestural musical instrument, Nagual Dance, based on the Microsoft Kinect. The system is based on two main components: Control data – from sensors, cameras, files and all kinds of sources – is used to turn gestures and movement into sounds; and The Soundscape -an interactive piece of music that… Read More Nagual Dance Uses Kinect To Translate Movement Into Music