Roland announces a new synthesizer the Juno D :

- 61-note synthesizer with 64-note polyphony, improved keyboard feel, and GM2 compatibility
- 768 newly programmed radio-ready Patches, 22 Rhythm Sets, and 40 Performance memory provided
- Patches organized in categories such as Piano, Guitar, Orchestra, etc.
- Two Tones can be assigned to each Patch, and can be split or layered
- 47 multi-effects, eight reverb types, 8 chorus types
- Powerful arpeggiator, with 400 phrase/arpeggio templates for instant sonic animation
- 24 Multi Chord memory for one-finger chord triggering; 32 Rhythm Guide metronome with preset patterns and variations
- D Beam controller and front-panel control knobs for expressive performance
- Mac/PC editing software included

More information on the site below

Sagan Technology has announced again a new update for its audio & Midi software Metro LX and Metro SE. This week the version number is 6.2.1.6 and new features are very simple : new week = new version = new bugfix.

Info about Metro are available on MM Softs section.

SimpleChord, the popular chord dictionary program from Wonder Warp Software Group, has today been updated to version 2.1. The new version addresses a chord spelling issue, and brings several other small refinements and features.

Info and download are available on the MM Softs section.

Rogue Amoeba has today released Detour 1.5, featuring an entirely retooled user interface. The long-awaited update brings many changes, both visible and under-the hood, fixing many bugs and introducing a new tabbed look. Detour 1.5 also features a new Detour MenuExtra, allowing for quick and easy access to all of Detour's settings right from the menubar.

All users are encouraged to download this free update, and new users should download a demo of Detour and take it for a test drive. full version costs $12.

Myriad Software has announced a v7.0.1 update of Melody assistant and v 9.0.1 of Harmony assistant for both mac OS 9 and Mac OS X. These updates are only major bufixes (more than 12 bugs...) : crash in the "Instrument tuner" script, crash when trying a rhythm using the hammer while complete mixer was open, crash when music was looping in "Play selection range" mode, (mac os classic) horizontal scroll bar movement was inverted (!!!), and more...

Info about these updates are available on the MacMusic Softwares section.