Mac and Music News
Apr 6 - 05:56 PM | Virtual Instrument > Native Instruments |
![Virtual Instrument : Native Instruments goes RTAS - macmusic](https://static.440net.net/skins/macmusic/images/cat/2006.gif)
NI is currently working intensely on equipping the entire product line with RTAS support. All new products coming out in 2003 will support the RTAS interface (Windows, Mac OS 9 and Mac OS X), while support for the existing products will be implemented in future updates of the products.
RTAS will soon be the new standard for integration of NI products into ProTools and completely replace DirectConnect. With RTAS support the integration of NI software synthesizers, samplers and effects into ProTools systems reaches a new level of quality. Soon all NI products will offer ProTools users complete automation, total recall, and remote control of all plug-in control elements via Digidesign hardware controllers.
A schedule for upcoming RTAS support, as well as further information, can be found on:
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Apr 6 - 05:51 PM | Computer Hardware > Digidesign |
![Computer Hardware : Digidesign Core Audio Drivers available - macmusic](https://static.440net.net/skins/macmusic/images/cat/2003.gif)
This initial version of the Core Audio driver requires some embedded Pro Tools components. As such, it is a requirement that Pro Tools 6.0.1 must be installed for correct Core Audio driver operation. A stand-alone version is annonced for the coming weeks. Beware, the Digidesign Core Audio driver can only work with one application at a time, and is not able to support playback of system sounds.
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Apr 6 - 05:49 PM | Music Software > Cycling '74 |
![Music Software : Cycling'74 Radial is now available - macmusic](https://static.440net.net/skins/macmusic/images/cat/2004.gif)
RadiaL is based on loop channels represented by circular displays, each with its own performable multi-filter and pitch shifting/time scaling. Almost every aspect of the system can be configured for live performance, studio recording, or sound exploration, controlled from a variety of sources (control surfaces, MIDI, keyboard or mouse). RadiaL features complete multi-channel audio I/O support, audio and effects routing, and support for VST plug-ins.
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Apr 1 - 02:06 PM | Music Software > GenieSoft |
![Music Software : Overture and Score Writer available for OSX before summer - macmusic](https://static.440net.net/skins/macmusic/images/cat/2004.gif)
Good news: after being in touch with their marketing service, I can assure you that Overture and it's light version, Score Writer will become compatible with Mac OSX before the beginning of summer 2003.
Easy to handle, simple and efficient that's the main characteristics of theses updates. In the meantimee you can take a look on their website and download the OS9 demos.
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Mar 29 - 03:58 PM | Apple > Apple |
![Apple : August 2002 Powermacs finally silent ? - macmusic](https://static.440net.net/skins/macmusic/images/cat/2001.gif)
If the noise is really reduced, it seems that theses macs are the last ones able to boot under OS9 for musicians.
To be seen, or mostly to be heard!
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