SonicBirth, a Mac OS X app for for constructing VST and AU plug-in instruments and sound processors, is now free and open source: SonicBirth is now freeware, and open source (GPL). We are looking for developer to further work on and enhance SonicBirth. Work for the major version of SonicBirth is starting. This next version… Read More Free App Lets You Make Your Own Synths
Musikmesse update: Cakewalk has announced availability of a free update Z3TA+, its waveshaping synthesizer. The Z3TA+ 1.5 Update is available free as a download for registered customers. Here’s a rundown of what’s new: Native Windows Vista support (fully Windows Vista compliant, in all Vista editions) Now supports x64 binaries Z3TA+ now ships with x64 binaries… Read More Cakewalks Announcec Free Update for Z3TA+
Musikmesse Update: Lionstracs announced the Mediastation X-76, a next generation music workstation & performance keyboard that looks like it will be a direct competitor to the OpenLabs line of keyboard computer workstations. The Mediastation is based on Linux and AMD’s 32-bit Athlon or 64-bit Opteron CPUs. It is designed for live performers, one-man bands, disc… Read More Musikmesse 2007: The Lionstracs Mediastation X-76
Musikmesse Update: Arturia has announced that the Jupiter-8V is now shipping. The Jupiter-8V is a software recreation of Roland’s famous Jupiter-8, coupled with a new generation of features. The result? A wide sound palette, unique and contemporary. Among those new features are the Galaxy, the step sequencer and the new possibilities with the effects’ architecture.… Read More Arturia Now Shipping Jupiter-8V Software Synthesizer
IK Multimedia is pleased to announce that Miroslav Philharmonik Classik Edition, the introductory version to the highly popular virtual instrument orchestral plug-in, is now shipping. A complete and full-featured orchestral virtual instrument covering solo instruments and ensembles. With 250 orchestral sounds spanning the entire orchestra in 1.5GB of samples, Miroslav Philharmonik CE is one of… Read More Miroslav Philharmonik Classik Edition Now Shipping
Musicmesse: Modartt has announced Pianoteq version 2, offering a new soundboard model, a vastly improved piano sound, and a stand-alone version. New features: Stand-alone version Microtuning Lid position Pan slider Key release velocity MIDI controllers assignment Smooth adjustment of parameters during play Two strings in the bass – PIANOTEQ makes everything possible New soundboard model… Read More Modartt Introduces Pianoteq Version 2
VirSyn has introduced Poseidon, a new virtual synthesizer. At first sight, Poseidon looks like a simple structured analog “Oscillator-Filter” synthesizer with all controls visible at once. This lets Poseidon offer ease of use, with nearly no learning curve. The real power is working under the hood: The oscillator is nothing less than the spectral modelling… Read More VirSyn Intros Poseidon
Native Instruments today announced KORE 2, the second generation of its advanced multi-functional host system. The new version extends and refines the concepts introduced and established with KORE – seamless integration of any software instruments and effects into a unified architecture, powerful realtime parameter control, and comprehensive sound access functionality. At the same time, KORE… Read More Musicmesse Update: Native Instruments Intros Kore 2
Musikmesse: Ableton and Cycling ’74 today announced a strategic partnership. The two will join forces to create new software products for the creative community, leveraging their skills, technologies and combined thirty years of experience. “We are excited to team up with our friends at Cycling ’74,” said Ableton CEO and cofounder Gerhard Behles. “David Zicarelli… Read More Ableton and Cycling ’74 Announce Strategic Partnership
Soniccouture have released Synthi AKS For EXS24, a library exploring the legendary sound of the vintage E.M.S. Synthi AKS from 1972. Sampled at 24 bit throughout, the library features extensively detailed multi- samples, a huge selection of hits and effects patches, sequenced loops and convolution of the famous Synthi Spring reverb programmed for Logic’s Space… Read More Soniccouture Intros Virtual Synthi AKS For EXS24
