LOUD Announces Cross-Licensing Agreement With Echo

LOUD Technologies Inc., a developer and marketer of professional audio equipment under the Mackie, EAW and TAPCO brands, has announced a cross-licensing agreement with Echo Digital Audio. Under the terms of the agreement, LOUD Technologies will license FireWire audio technology from Echo and Echo will license Mackie-branded application and plug-in products from LOUD. “This partnership… Read More LOUD Announces Cross-Licensing Agreement With Echo

August 20, 2004January 15, 2007Leave a comment

Tiesto and Bjork Start Olympics With An Electronica Beat

Electronica music played a major role in the opening of the 2004 Olympics in Athens, Greece. Top Dutch DJ Tiësto performed during the parade of athletes, while Icelandic singer Björk‘s stunning performance proved to be one of the highlights of the event. Tiësto, twice voted the top DJ in the world, made Olympic history as… Read More Tiesto and Bjork Start Olympics With An Electronica Beat

August 16, 2004January 15, 2007Leave a comment

Neuron Goes Soft with Neuron VS

Hartmann has announce a software version of its innovative Neuron synthesizer. The Neuron VS is a PC and Mac compatible (VST and AudioUnits) application. The software package includes Nuke, right, an ergonomic hardware controller, build of sturdy aluminum and attachable to the computer via the USB connector. Nuke is not only the controller for the… Read More Neuron Goes Soft with Neuron VS

August 14, 2004January 15, 2007Leave a comment

iTunes Music Store Catalog Tops One Million Songs

Apple has announced that the iTunes Music Store now has over one million songs available for download in the US, becoming the first and only online digital music service to offer consumers a million song catalog. The iTunes Music Store features music from all five major record labels and over 600 leading independent labels from… Read More iTunes Music Store Catalog Tops One Million Songs

August 10, 2004January 15, 2007Leave a comment

Superfreak Rick James Dead at 56

Rick James, the original Superfreak, passed away August 6th in his sleep of natural causes at his Los Angeles home, according to his spokesperson. James’ electro-funk hit its peak in the late seventies and early eighties with tracks like Give it to me, baby and Superfreak. More recently, his work has been sampled extensively by… Read More Superfreak Rick James Dead at 56

August 7, 2004January 15, 2007Leave a comment

Native Instruments Ships B4 Controller

Native Instruments has announced that the B4D Controller is now available. The B4D drawbar controller is a hardware controller for NI´s award-winning B4 organ, giving direct access to every important parameter of the software for a true-to-life organ experience. With a casing built from solid metal and real wood, the controller is rugged as well… Read More Native Instruments Ships B4 Controller

August 4, 2004January 15, 2007Leave a comment

The Moog Movie

Moog, an upcoming documentary on the life and work of Dr. Robert Moog, is scheduled for release in September. The movie explores Moog’s collaborations with musicians over the years, and his ideas about creativity, design, interactivity and spirituality. A preview is now available. The feature documentary film, by filmmaker/musician Hans Fjellestad was shot on location… Read More The Moog Movie

July 31, 2004May 29, 20081 Comment

NAMM – Vox Tonelab SE

The Vox ToneLab SE is an amp and effect pedalboard processor that delivers VOX modeling technology, as found in the Valvetronix series amps and ToneLab amp/effect modeler, expanded modeling options and assignable, dual expression pedals for total control. ToneLab SE employs VOX’s Valve Reactor™ circuit, a proprietary design that uses a 12AX7 dual triode as… Read More NAMM – Vox Tonelab SE

July 30, 2004January 16, 2007Leave a comment

New Apple iPods: More Efficient, More Features and Less Expensive

The fourth generation Apple iPods operate more efficiently, have more features, and cost less than earlier models. Apple CEO Steve Jobs talks about the new iPod, and the impact of digital music in a Newsweek interview. “I was on Madison, and…on every block there was someone with white headphones, and I thought ‘Oh my god,… Read More New Apple iPods: More Efficient, More Features and Less Expensive

July 29, 2004January 17, 2007Leave a comment

Moog Announces Software Editor for Voyager

Moog Music has announced a new software editor for the Minimoog Voyager, to be available this summer. The cross platform (Mac/PC) Editor allows instant access to the Voyager’s presets, banks, patches, and edit mode parameters through the computer’s MIDI interface. Voyager owners will be able to quickly assemble preset banks, categorize and archive presets, create… Read More Moog Announces Software Editor for Voyager