Livid has released the Tactic model “m2”, a hybrid hardware-software design. Tactic Pro 1.5 runs on almost any Macintosh computer. “With the Tacitc m2 we’ve introduced a more powerful set of tools while keeping our hand-crafted instrument design,” states Jay Smith, President of Livid Instruments. “Our set of software tools, effects, and hardware integration further… Read More Livid Intros Tactic m2
Indyguitarist has introduced the Pinnacle overdrive and distortion pedal. Description: “This is the overdrive I’ve personally been waiting for…AMAZINGLY crunchy, warm, smooth and buttery or rough and Aggressive!! I’ve been developing ideas for this overdrive for quite a while — and I’ve FINALLY found my own personal ideal overdrive. It has two overdrive circuits in… Read More Indyguitarist Intros New Distortion/OD Pedal
TheAirtightGarage has introduced the Candy amplifier. The Candy is a three ten combo amplifier with two separate channels, dual reverb units, and channel switching capabilities. The Candy has two independent channels (“mean” and “clean”) which are switchable via the included footswitch. The footswitch can also turn the reverb on or off for either channel, independently.… Read More TheAirtightGarage Intros the Candy amplifier
ElectroKraft has introduced the Lunar Module, an alternative controller that uses photocells to enable theremin-like control of MIDI signals. The Lunar Module can be plugged into any synthesizer, keyboard or drum machine with MIDI input to create sounds not before possible. “I have created an exciting alternative MIDI controller that will produce sounds and rhythms… Read More ElectroKraft Intros Light Theremin MIDI Controller
Line 6, inventors of digital modeling guitars, amplifiers, and effects, announced the latest addition to the ToneCore series of stompboxes, Roto-Machine. Building on Line 6’s award-winning effects from PODxt, DL4, and Vetta, the ToneCore pedals provide guitarists of all ages and playing styles, unique Line 6 tones, advanced sound and extraordinary control in an ultra-tough,… Read More Line 6 Intros Roto-Machine Stompbox
Korg has released Latin & Latin Dance, the latest expansion option for the Professional Arranger series keyboards. This new collection is available as an expansion board (PaX-EXB02) for the Korg Pa1X and Pa1XPro (v.2.0 or higher), and as an expansion card (RMC-PCM03) for the Pa80 (v.3.06 or higher). “Groove Sampling” captures live performers playing real… Read More Korg Intros Latin and Latin Dance Sound Collection for Pa Arranger Keyboards
Formula Sound has chosen PLASA 2005 as the place to unveil its plans for a new, limited edition anniversary model of one of the most popular audio mixers it has ever produced. This will be accompanied by the launch of a brand new audio priority interface, plus an updated edition of its popular AVC2 noise… Read More Formula Sound Goes Old-School
The Mach II consists of 2 Thruster circuits, 2 foot switches, 2 LEDs, and 3 knobs- oh yes folks 3 knobs… all in one little box! You now have total control over the Mach II’s gain stages. In addition, you also get a Master control that allows you to use it as an overdrive/distortion unit… Read More ProTone Mach II Reborn
Electro-Acoustic Research (EAR), a consortium of modular synth designers, has announced a new line of modular synthesizer gear. The modules will be available in MOTM-compatible and Doepfer-compatible formats. EAR describes their modules as “bent” and “not plain vanilla”. EAR features the work of two established modular synth designers, Mike Brown of Livewire and Peter Grenader… Read More Electro-Acoustic Research Intros Modular Synth Line
Summer NAMM Update: Alesis has introduced the new F2 Expression Pedal. Unique it its ability to function as both an expression and volume pedal simultaneously, the F2 makes an outstanding choice for keyboard, guitar, and bass players. Featuring a sturdy cast aluminum case designed to withstand the most tortuous road abuse, the F2 is designed… Read More NAMM Update: Alesis Intros Expression Pedal
