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Feb 27 - 11:03 AM, by Nantho Computer Hardware > RME
Computer Hardware : RME ships HDSPe AIO - a 38-Channel 192 kHz Multiformat PCI Express Card - macmusicRME presents the HDSPe AIO, the newly developed PCI Express version of the HDSP 9632.

The Advanced-Input-Output interface shines with the latest 192 kHz AD- and DA-converters, with more than 112 dB signal to noise ratio. For the first time, all inputs and outputs are simultaneously operational, even SPDIF (phono) and AES/EBU (XLR). Additional hi-quality analog inputs and outputs can easily be added by favourably priced expansion boards. Of course TotalMix, the flexible routing mixer, and SteadyClock, RME's clock technology with maximum jitter suppression of external clock signals, are on board too. HDSPe AIO also supports the optional TCO for synchronization to timecode (LTC/video).

Features :

- Balanced stereo analog in- and output, 24-bit/192kHz, > 112 dB SNR
- Optional analog expansion boards with 4 balanced in- or outputs
- All analog I/Os capable of 192 kHz, constant number of available channels
- 1 ADAT digital I/O, supporting 192 kHz via S/MUX4 operation
- 1 SPDIF digital I/O, 192 kHz-capable
- 1 AES/EBU digital I/O, 192 kHz-capable
- 1 Stereo headphone output, separate DA-converter and playback device
- So up to 18 inputs and 20 outputs can be used simultaneously!
- 1 MIDI I/O with 16 channels of hi-speed MIDI via breakout cable
- DIGICheck, RME's unique metering- and analysing tool
- TotalMix: 760 channel Mixer with 42 bit internal resolution
- Native PCI Express - no PCI to PCI Express bridge used
- Drivers : Windows 2000/XP/Vista/64 (full ASIO multi-client operation of WDM, GSIF 2.0 and ASIO 2.0), Mac OS X Intel (Core Audio and Core MIDI).

The HDSPe AIO ships in a basic version with unbalanced analog RCA/phono breakout cables. An analog breakout cable with balanced XLR is optional available. For further information and more technical details, please visit :
Feb 26 - 03:48 PM, by Nantho Virtual Instrument > Puremagnetik
Virtual Instrument : Puremagnetik Selector - A Free Micropak - macmusicPuremagnetik has just announced the release of a free Micropak for Ableton Live 7 : Selector. It includes 6 electronic drum kits and over 20 clips created by Puremagnetik Selector Contest winners.

Selector is available now as a free download at :
Feb 26 - 02:29 PM, by Nantho Misc > Big Fish Audio
Misc : Big Fish Audio Bollywood Elements - macmusicBig Fish Audio releases Bollywood Elements, a new sample library inspired by the sound of "Bollywood", using the same melodic instruments and styles typically featured in songs, background scores of films of the genre.

Instruments : Bulbul Tarang, Sitar, Sarod, Shehnai, Sarangi, Flute, Mandolin, Tumbi, Ravan-hattha, Shankh

Bonus instrument : NarSingha

Contents :

- Over 2.5Gb of data including 1000 unique performances.
- Freshly recorded licks, one-shots, raga phrases, fx by seasoned musicians in India.
- Different keys, tempos for each instrument
- based on its nature and tonal quality.

Bollywood Elements is available now in Apple Loops and Wav formats at a price of $99.95. Audio examples are available at :
Feb 26 - 02:11 PM, by Nantho Music Software > AudioMulch
Music Software : AudioMulch 2.0 is coming... - macmusicAfter three years of intensive research and development, AudioMulch 2.0 is now in the final stages of development.

AudioMulch 2.0 is not just a new version, it is the next generation of AudioMulch. It will provide a foundation for a new cycle of feature development and improvements that will be rolled out in regular updates after the 2.0 release. AudioMulch 2.0 will be backward-compatible with AudioMulch 1.0. It will provide all AudioMulch 1.0 functionality.

Improvements to the AudioMulch core will include :

- Significant performance increases for audio processing (up to twice the efficiency in some cases)
- Patchable MIDI routing
- MIDI and Automation control of Metasurface, tempo and transport
- Support for complex time signatures including automated time signature changes and additive meters
- Improved support for consumer multichannel audio
- Settings for enabling audio, MIDI and network functions at start-up

The AudioMulch 2.0 user interface has been re-coded from the ground up. This has lead to numerous work-flow improvements, including :

- A new Patcher with advanced drag-and-drop patching
- Dockable windows improving multi-monitor operation
- Faster access to MIDI control and parameter values
- Floating Parameter Control (formerly Parameter Modulation) window
- Nameable contraption presets

AudioMulch 2.0 will be released on May 1, 2009 and will run on Windows and natively on Mac OSX (Intel hardware only). It will be priced at $189. The upgrade fee for licenced users of version 1.0 will be $89.
Feb 26 - 01:19 PM, by Nantho Misc > Goldbaby Productions
Misc : Goldbaby Vinyl Drum Machines - macmusicGoldbaby is proud to present Vinyl Drum Machines.

14 drum machines all recorded on vinyl... Then played back on 3 different turntables (audiophile, vintage and portable)... Then cut up into 1468 x 24 bit samples. Including bonus content: Vinyl Noise, Vinyl Clicks, Vinyl Hitz and center grooves.

Vinyl Drum Machines is available now in Guru ($34) and Wav ($29) formats. Note that audio examples are also available.
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