Roxio has announced the version 5.2.3 update to Toast Titanium. This update is compatible with Mac OS 10.3 Panther. Toast 5.2.3 Titanium increases compatibility with DVD recorders, and now supports Burn Proof underrun protection.

Roland informs MC 909 groovebox' users that the MC-909 Editor is now available. This software enables intuitive parameter editing of the MC-909. Parameters that can be edited are; Patch, Rhythm, Part Information, and System.

MC-909 Editor is available on free download . System requirements include Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x or Mac OS x 10.2 or later

We've lost another Apple Master too young. Composer and conductor Michael Kamen died today of a heart attack at age 55. Mr. Kamen had worked on diverse projects such as arrangements for Pink Floyd's 1979 "The Wall" and other rock artists from Sting to David Bowie, numerous film scores including Grammy Award-winning Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and the Die Hard movies, and conducting the recent UK tribute to Beatle George Harrison. (See Andante's excellent article today on his acheivements, and for film music, you'll see some of your favorite movies at IMDB.) Mr. Kamen was a beloved Apple Master, as well, using Mac software like Sibelius who mourn his death today on their site. (Sadly, Apple has removed their page on Mr. Kamen along with the now-outdated Apple Masters site.)

Elemental Audio Systems announced today the availability of version 2.0 of Firium, it's linear phase equalizer. In addition to a redesigned user interface,version 2.0 brings Digidesign Pro Tools RTAS compatibility to Mac OS X. This plugin is also available in VST and Audio Unit formats for Mac OS X.

Available for $129 , Firium 2.0 will be provided as a free upgrade to registered users of version 1.

Apple today introduced the new 20-inch iMac , the largest flat-panel display
ever offered in an all-in-one desktop. The new 20-inch iMac joins the 15- and 17-inch models in the popular consumer desktop line and offers twice as much screen area as the 15-inch display model, enabling users to view more than two full pages side-by-side. The new iMac also includes Apple's latest operating system, Mac OS(R) X version 10.3 "Panther".

the new 20' iMac