Mac and Music News
Through Saturday December 5, 2009
Oct 28 - 02:14 PM | Plug-ins > Novation |
Novation has announced the immediate release of Automap v3.3, the mapping software that enables the company's MIDI control surfaces to smoothly integrate with digital audio workstations (DAWs). The new version 3.3 revision takes advantage of Apple's Logic 9 integration, enabling Novation hardware to control Logic's native plug-ins and software instruments. Pro tools native plug-ins are also fully supported. In addition, Automap v3.3 is also the first DAW software to fully support the new Novation Launchpad controller.
Because Apple's Logic 9 music software has Novation Automap technology built in, users of Novation controllers will find it easier than ever to interface their devices seamlessly. The initial device mappings are bundled with the Automap v3.3 installer, with more to follo ...
Because Apple's Logic 9 music software has Novation Automap technology built in, users of Novation controllers will find it easier than ever to interface their devices seamlessly. The initial device mappings are bundled with the Automap v3.3 installer, with more to follo ...
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Oct 28 - 01:29 PM | Plug-ins > Elysia |
Elysia has announced the release of the plug-in version of its fantastic hardware compressor, the mPressor. It is the first result of a cooperation with Brainworx. According to Elysia, the guys did a tremendous job on translating Ruben's discrete analog circuits into software. This plug-in gives you all the functions and all the character of the famous hardware.
Features :
• True Emulation: The compression behavior and the sound character of the hardware have been recreated in a complex process to match the hardware as close as possible.
• Oversampling: In order to achieve the best results also on lower sample rates, the mpressor plug-in uses an increased internal resolution in these cases.
• Mousewheel Support: Setting parameters with the mouse can be annoying - fo ...
Features :
• True Emulation: The compression behavior and the sound character of the hardware have been recreated in a complex process to match the hardware as close as possible.
• Oversampling: In order to achieve the best results also on lower sample rates, the mpressor plug-in uses an increased internal resolution in these cases.
• Mousewheel Support: Setting parameters with the mouse can be annoying - fo ...
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Oct 27 - 04:44 PM | Plug-ins > IZotope |
IZotope has updated Alloy to version 1.01.
Changes :
• Fixed delay compensation when toggling global bypass.
• Addressed issue with harmonic exciter when handling exceptionally loud input levels.
• Many minor bugfixes and performance improvements.
Changes :
• Fixed delay compensation when toggling global bypass.
• Addressed issue with harmonic exciter when handling exceptionally loud input levels.
• Many minor bugfixes and performance improvements.
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Oct 27 - 02:33 PM | Computer Hardware > Livid Instruments |
Block is a compact and programmable MIDI control surface designed for interactive audio performance. Built on the same bi-directional and adaptable platform as the Ohm64, Block provides a powerful interface for creating and interacting with sound in a small easy-to-transport body. Sixty four backlight led buttons provide endless possibilities for visual feedback with the instrument by connecting it to Ableton Live, Max/Msp, our open source sounds apps, or any other software that supports MIDI. The open source blockEditor application lets you reprogram any of the controller's sixty four clip buttons, eight knobs, two faders, and seven function buttons. Block is hand crafted from lightweight wood and aluminum for easy portability.
Block has bi-directional talkback communication allowing the controller to talk to your software, and software to your device. MIDI messages can be sent to the Block to light up the buttons for an interactive performance. Completely programable and mappable, block provides a flexible control surface that be used with any software or setup. Completely USB powered means you don't have to worry about adapters and and power strips, and it is plug and play so no drivers are required.
Block will be available November 1st 2009 at a price of $399.
Block has bi-directional talkback communication allowing the controller to talk to your software, and software to your device. MIDI messages can be sent to the Block to light up the buttons for an interactive performance. Completely programable and mappable, block provides a flexible control surface that be used with any software or setup. Completely USB powered means you don't have to worry about adapters and and power strips, and it is plug and play so no drivers are required.
Block will be available November 1st 2009 at a price of $399.
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Oct 27 - 01:14 PM | Audio Hardware > Shure |
Shure has announced that the PG27USB and PG42USB Side Address Condenser Microphones are now shipping.
Designed with a flat frequency response and high SPL handling, the PG27USB naturally reproduces a wide variety of acoustic, amplified and vocal sound sources - with professional clarity and guaranteed "Plug and Play" Shure quality.
The PG42USB features a large, cardioid diaphragm tailored with high sensitivity to clearly reproduce refined performances. The voice-tailored frequency response has been specifically engineered to capture the subtle nuances of lead vocal performances. Also included on the PG42USB Microphone is a high-pass filter for additional control of unwanted low-end signal.
Both the PG27USB and PG42USB Recording Microphones feature :
• Large diaphragm ca ...
Designed with a flat frequency response and high SPL handling, the PG27USB naturally reproduces a wide variety of acoustic, amplified and vocal sound sources - with professional clarity and guaranteed "Plug and Play" Shure quality.
The PG42USB features a large, cardioid diaphragm tailored with high sensitivity to clearly reproduce refined performances. The voice-tailored frequency response has been specifically engineered to capture the subtle nuances of lead vocal performances. Also included on the PG42USB Microphone is a high-pass filter for additional control of unwanted low-end signal.
Both the PG27USB and PG42USB Recording Microphones feature :
• Large diaphragm ca ...
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