IK Multimedia announced the release of its analog mastering software T-RackS as an HTDM plug-in for ProTools for MacOS. This new release of T-RackS has also been enhanced with the ability to support all Digidesign control surfaces, including the new digi002 system and the already popular Control |24 and Pro Control. All previously registered RTAS users of T-RackS may download the upgrade for free from the T-RackS web site.

MOTU announced the HD192, a two rack-space 12-channel high definition audio interface for Macintosh and Windows personal computers. The HD192 provides high-quality audio recording and playback on 12 XLR analog inputs and outputs at any standard sample rate up to 192 kHz. A fully expanded HD192 system provides up to 48 channels of simultaneous analog I/O. As with MOTU's other new PCI-424 systems (the 24I/O and 2408mk3), the HD192 will be sold as both a core system (with PCI card and AudioDesk software for $1,895) and expansion I/O ($1,595).

MMP is an original multi loop player. It allows to synchronize 4 sample loops and to control the drift between the loops. Inspired by Steve Reich's music work who used to trigger a few musical patterns together and to make it gradually move out of synchronization with each other, it creates effects from phasing to polyrythmics. MMP is licenced as freeware and work in any VST compatible application.

Emagic has just updated his popular sequencer to version 5.5. A new exs24 mk2 and many new features are included.

Spin Doctor is a new entry-level controller, designed not only to appeal to the newcomer, but also to anyone wanting to add knobs to their setup. Spin Doctor is compatible with the wealth of free profiles available for the Freaks serie. Priced at 200 euros, it should be available end of November.