Ken MacBeth X-Series Proton (Sneak Preview)
At Superbooth 16, Ken MacBeth of MacBeth Studio Systems previewed the prototypes of his new X-Series Proton – a new synth voice module.
Free Synth Promises To Emulate A Sequential Circuits Pro-One – But Can Your Computer Handle It?
Urs Heckmann of U-He has released RePro-1 – a free monophonic software synthesizer, for OS X & Windows, that he’s releasing as ‘research ware’. He’s releasing it as a free ‘alpha’ release to gather feedback on the quality of several options for the synth’s filter models. Heckmann says “It’s a first step in our recreation… Read More Free Synth Promises To Emulate A Sequential Circuits Pro-One – But Can Your Computer Handle It?
Developing Audio Apps For iOS Is About To Get Easier
Developer Michael Tyson (Audiobus and Loopy) has announced a major update to The Amazing Audio Engine – a framework for programmers that’s designed to streamline the creation of audio apps. Apps build using The Engine include Loopy HD, Audiobus, SEctor, DM1, AudioShare, zMors and others. Here’s an in-depth introduction from Tyson:
AM104 CV Mixer Lets You Connect Reaktor Blocks With Analog Hardware
Amazing Machines has introduced AM104 CV Mixer, a new Reaktor Blocks device for Native Instruments Reaktor 6 that’s designed to let you combine Reaktor Blocks modules with actual analog synthesizer modules.
Apogee Intros One for Mac 2-in, 2-out interface + Microphone
Apogee Electronics has introduced a new member of their ONE audio interface family, ONE for Mac. ONE for Mac is a 2 IN x 2 OUT USB Audio Interface/Microphone, designed to be an affordable all-in-one solution for recording music on your Mac.
XILS-lab Intros StiX Drum Machine Plugin
XILS-lab has introduced StiX, a virtual drum machine that they say offers ‘an incredible variety of drums sounds of different eras’.
Superbooth 16: Sonic Potions Intros Three New Modules
At Superbooth 16, Sonic Potions introduced three new pre-assembled modules. The modules include: Manifold – a ‘time and space’ machine for delays and Karplus-Strong synthesis. Moire – a dual pahse modulation VCO Macalypse – a random signal generator, based on Perlin noise Here’s an overview of the new modules, via SonicState:
Bastl Instruments Intros New Modules, A Robo-Guitar & Stuff ‘For Modular Nerds’
At Superbooth 16, Bastl Instruments introduced three new Eurorack synth modules. Bastl Instruments has introduced three additions to their modular lineup: Dynamo, Tromsø and Hendrikson. In addition, they introduced two new complete modular systems, both focused on signal processing: Bob and Bobek, and an upgrade to their flagship modular system Rumburack 2.0. Here’s a look, via Cuckoo, at the latest Bastl modules, a robo-guitar and some… Read More Bastl Instruments Intros New Modules, A Robo-Guitar & Stuff ‘For Modular Nerds’
The Lumen Is Like An Electronic Handpan On Steroids
Developer Guy Jackson has launched an Indiegogo campaign to produce the Lumen, a self-contained electronic handpan. The Lumen provides the playing experience of it’s acoustic inspiration, with the added benefits that electronics bring. It features built-in amplified speakers, an advanced on-board audio processor and full velocity sensitivity. Being an electronic instrument, you can change the samples,… Read More The Lumen Is Like An Electronic Handpan On Steroids
Roland TR-808 Drum Machine Teardown
Markus Fuller got his hands on a rare vintage Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer drum machine. So he decided to open it up and look the rare beast’s guts. He notes, “No fix and no important info, just a quick look around.
