FabFilter has released the VST version of FabFilter One synthesizer for Mac OS X, in the addition to the existing Audio Units version. That means that you can now also use it in hosts such as Cubase and Tracktion on your Mac. FabFilter also announces that all future products will support VST on OS X. FabFilter also unveils that FabFilter Volcano, a new filter effect plug-in, is planned for Spring 2005.

FabFilter One VST costs US$59 and a demo version is available.

And now, the real version of Chachacha ! This audio video live mixing tool helps you mix four videos depending on the mix of their sounds. You can control speed, loop points, volume and pan, all parameters can be accessed via MIDI through a MIDI learn function.

This new version is of course available in the MacMusic software section.

Rax by Granted Software is an Audio Unit host which lets you create your ideal rack of AudioUnit synthesizers and effects. Granted Software has updated Rax to version 1.2.3. and fixes several bugs : non-44.1kHz sample rate issues have been resolved, losing audio input when changing buffer size issue has been resolved, compatibility issues with Rax AIFF files have been resolved, missing rack after initial alert dialog has been resolved, and missing instruments due to missing font issue has been resolved.

More info and download in the MacMusic softwares section.

Did you notice that you have the chance to give your opininion on the software section ? This feature is making much sense 'cause it offers to any visitor the chance to have a quick opinion on the quality of the software before to download it. This functionality also allows software editors to have a good feedback about their products and therefore improve them towards customer advices. Since this option has been introduced, the french side of MacMusic is receiving quite many reviews but that's far less the case in the English section.

So please don't be shy, happy or not happy ? go on posting your comments, advices and opinions about software you are using.

Lucky persons that live in Southern California will have the privilege to assist at audioMIDI.com's Apple event on March 1st 2005. At Industry Trade Shows we see manufacturers showing new products and answering general questions. AudioMIDI.com pushes this opportunity a step higher by bringing factory experts to you, answer YOUR questions in an interactive clinic show.

Apple specialists will demonstrate the powerful production tools Logic 7 (Pro and Express) focusing on the numerous new features as well as Garage Band 2 recording, Notation, and host capabilities.

As an extra bonus, audioMIDI.com will be giving away The Loop's Vol 1 to everyone attending the event. That's a $40 value and over 250 free Apple Loops!