New Drum Synth For Mac, Elecktroid

Audio Spillage has released Elecktroid, a new drum machine for Mac that’s described as ‘a fusion of drum synth and and drum sampler with a custom designed rhythm sequencer.’ Elecktroid blends synthesis and sample playback in a single integrated package.

Cakewalk Goes Mac With Z3TA+ Waveshaping Synthesizer

Cakewalk has announced that it’s going Mac with Z3TA+, its waveshaping synth. Z3TA+ offers a formidable sound synthesis generation engine, with unique per-oscillator waveshaping capability, vast filters, multi-stage envelope generators, morphing and advanced modulation matrix with powerful effects routing. Here’s what’s new in Z3TA+ 2.1: Completely redesigned user interface Quicker access to needed controls More parameters and… Read More Cakewalk Goes Mac With Z3TA+ Waveshaping Synthesizer

AudioMulch 2.2 Now Available – Here’s What’s New

Developer Ross Bencina let us know that a new version of AudioMulch – an interactive sound design and performance environment for Mac & Windows – is now available. Improvements in AudioMulch 2.2 include: Performers processing live audio or playing virtual instrument plug-ins will benefit from the responsiveness of the overhauled low-latency sound processing engine. The engine… Read More AudioMulch 2.2 Now Available – Here’s What’s New

What’s The Best Mac OS Version For Music Production? (Reader Poll)

Apple today released its Mac OS X Mountain Lion OS, the latest version of its personal computer operating system. Last time we checked, most of Synthtopia’s Mac-based musicians were still using Snow Leopard – and some developers are warning users to wait on Mountain Lion. If you’re a Mac music producer, weigh in on the… Read More What’s The Best Mac OS Version For Music Production? (Reader Poll)