Propellerhead Figure Style Beatmaking In Ableton Live

Propellerhead Figure’s approach to beatmaking has made a splash, but has also left some musicians wanting to bring Figure style beatmaking to their desktop workflows. In this tutorial, Point Blank instructor Danny J Lewis tries to do just that – creating a rack in Ableton Live that emulates the mechanics behind the way the drum patterns switch… Read More Propellerhead Figure Style Beatmaking In Ableton Live

Korg iKaossilator Updated With Audio Loop Import, AudioPaste

Korg has updated iKaossilator, its X/Y pad software synth for iOS. Here’s what’s new: New Audio Loop Import function – Audio loop files can now be imported into each part of the sequencer. iKaossilator v2.1 has evolved into an app that provides not just MIDI loop sequencing, but also audio loop sequencing. To import, simply send… Read More Korg iKaossilator Updated With Audio Loop Import, AudioPaste

Free Granular Effects Processor For Windows, HourGlass

Xenakios has released a free granular effects processor for Windows, HourGlass: HourGlass is a standalone application intended for radical sound processing by taking fragments (more commonly referred to as “grains” in other similar software) from sound recordings, to create sound textures. It is not intended for minor transparent corrections of playback speed or pitch, but… Read More Free Granular Effects Processor For Windows, HourGlass

Native Instruments ‘Unconventional’ Skanner XT

Native Instruments today introduced Skanner XT, a ‘unique and highly distinctive’ virtual instrument, designed by the team behind Reaktor. Here’s what NI has to say about Skanner XT: With a strong focus on unconventional tone and genuine musical expression, SKANNER XT is both an exceptional library addition for REAKTOR 5 users as well as an… Read More Native Instruments ‘Unconventional’ Skanner XT

Arturia Intros Wurlitzer V Electronic Piano Virtual Instrument

Arturia has not been resting, lately, with recent introductions including the MiniBrute and the Oberheim SEM V virtual instrument. Now they’ve introduced Wurlitzer V, described as ‘a high end software recreation of the classic Wurlitzer 200A electric piano.’ Unlike sample libraries, Wurlitzer V’s physical modeling engine reproduces the very acoustic properties of reeds, key action… Read More Arturia Intros Wurlitzer V Electronic Piano Virtual Instrument

New Video Series, Project: INIT, Explores Synthesis & Sound Design

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-QoAbemLkQ Synthesist Mark Mosher has announced a new video series that will take a real-time look at sound design: In the videos I will offer real-time behind-the-patch footage taking you on sound design missions from INIT using a variety of sonic weapons. By simply coming along for the ride you’ll learn more about synthesis and… Read More New Video Series, Project: INIT, Explores Synthesis & Sound Design