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Through Monday May 14, 2007
Feb 20 - 09:43 AM | Virtual Instrument > Spectrasonics |
Spectrasonics has released a free support update for Stylus RMX - Realtime Groove Module on the Intel-Mac platform. The new version 1.6.0 supports all Mac OS X Universal Binary VST, Audio Unit and RTAS hosts, including Logic Pro 7.2, Digital Performer 5.1, Cubase 4, Garageband 3, Ableton Live 6 and Pro Tools 7.1.1 or higher.
Note that Universal Binary versions of Spectrasonics' other two virtual instruments, Atmosphere and Trilogy, are scheduled to be released later this year (Fall).
Note that Universal Binary versions of Spectrasonics' other two virtual instruments, Atmosphere and Trilogy, are scheduled to be released later this year (Fall).
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Feb 19 - 10:42 AM | Apple > Apple |
Apple has updated Final Cut Pro to v5.1.3, a maintenance release that resolves performance and other issues.
Changes:
- Render File Compatibility: Render files created on both PowerPC-based and Intel-based Macintosh computers now work properly on either type of computer.
- Keyboard Layout Issues Resolved: Final Cut Pro 5.1.3 adds several commands to the default keyboard layout that were missing in the previous version.
- Issues with Cross Dissolves in Nested Sequences Resolved: Final Cut Pro 5.1.3 resolves cases in which cross dissolves did not work as expected in nested sequences containing still images with adjusted motion parameters.
Changes:
- Render File Compatibility: Render files created on both PowerPC-based and Intel-based Macintosh computers now work properly on either type of computer.
- Keyboard Layout Issues Resolved: Final Cut Pro 5.1.3 adds several commands to the default keyboard layout that were missing in the previous version.
- Issues with Cross Dissolves in Nested Sequences Resolved: Final Cut Pro 5.1.3 resolves cases in which cross dissolves did not work as expected in nested sequences containing still images with adjusted motion parameters.
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Feb 19 - 10:32 AM | Computer Hardware > PreSonus |
PreSonus has announced Digital Performer support for the FaderPort USB automation and transport controller.
The FaderPort ($229 MSRP) has been shipping since November 2006 and is currently compatible with Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro,Sonar and now Digital Performer.
The FaderPort ($229 MSRP) has been shipping since November 2006 and is currently compatible with Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro,Sonar and now Digital Performer.
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Feb 19 - 10:25 AM | Audio Hardware > Rupert Neve Designs |
Rupert Neve Designs has launched the Portico 5016, a two-channel device combining the RND 5012 microphone preamplifier with a D.I., which may be used together or independently. A Variable Phase control allows the manual phase-alignment of the direct input source in relation to the microphone input signal.
The Portico 5016 is available at a retail price of $1195.
The Portico 5016 is available at a retail price of $1195.
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Feb 16 - 09:02 AM | Plug-ins > TriTone Digital |
TriTone Digital has released AngelTone which is a digital mastering EQ that utilizes "state-of-the-art modeling" to combine analog mastering EQ sweetness with digital precision and recall.
AngelTone features five bands. Three bands are capable of full-range parametric operation. The two extreme bands feature both full-range peaking and shelving EQ modes. All parametric and peaking bands have access to the entire range of EQ frequencies available in AngelTone, allowing for powerful sculpting and precision. It also features four classic EQ models : "Milly", a sweet but precise tube EQ ; "Sonny" is based on one of the oldest parametric EQ designs and has a tight solid-state low end ; "Massy" is based on a modern beast of a tube EQ that is noted for its sweet sound and broad curves ; "Avy" ...
AngelTone features five bands. Three bands are capable of full-range parametric operation. The two extreme bands feature both full-range peaking and shelving EQ modes. All parametric and peaking bands have access to the entire range of EQ frequencies available in AngelTone, allowing for powerful sculpting and precision. It also features four classic EQ models : "Milly", a sweet but precise tube EQ ; "Sonny" is based on one of the oldest parametric EQ designs and has a tight solid-state low end ; "Massy" is based on a modern beast of a tube EQ that is noted for its sweet sound and broad curves ; "Avy" ...
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