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Dec 14 - 03:14 PM | Audio Hardware > Little Labs |
The VOG analog bass resonance tool is the latest creation from Little Labs, and is Little Labs first entry in the popular API 500-Series module format.
The VOG was originally designed to capture the chest resonance of vocalists or voice over artists, enabling them to still have a proximity type effect without having to be so close to the mic, hence the name, VOG, or Voice of God. However, when I heard it on kick drum and bass, it became clear this would be the go to device to make these instruments sound huge.
The VOG lets users sweep a sharp peak resonance from 20 to 300 Hz, while anything below the peak is rolled off at a steep -24dB per octave. This lets users focus on the low end they want, while eliminating low-end mush and unnecessary woofer excursion.
A subharmonic can b ...
The VOG was originally designed to capture the chest resonance of vocalists or voice over artists, enabling them to still have a proximity type effect without having to be so close to the mic, hence the name, VOG, or Voice of God. However, when I heard it on kick drum and bass, it became clear this would be the go to device to make these instruments sound huge.
The VOG lets users sweep a sharp peak resonance from 20 to 300 Hz, while anything below the peak is rolled off at a steep -24dB per octave. This lets users focus on the low end they want, while eliminating low-end mush and unnecessary woofer excursion.
A subharmonic can b ...
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Dec 14 - 02:29 PM | Music Software > Steinberg |
Steinberg has updated Cubase to version 5.1.1. Among several improvements and bug fixes, this version is now compatible with Apple Mac OS X Snow Leopard (10.6) and Microsoft Windows 7.
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Dec 14 - 12:49 PM | Plug-ins > Nomad Factory |
Nomad Factory and audioMIDI.com are proud to offer the BlueVerb DRV-2080 studio reverb plug-in at just $15.00 (retail $149- over 89% off!). This limited-time offer ends 12/31/09 at midnight.
The Nomad Factory BlueVerb DRV-2080 is a vintage-style world-class recording studio reverb. Intended to recreate the warm qualities of vintage-style digital reverbs from the 80's, the BlueVerb is nothing short of amazing (available for Mac/PC, VST/AU/RTAS formats).
Nomad Factory BlueVerb DRV-2080 is available for purchase via electronic serial number at this special price until 12/31/09, exclusively from :
The Nomad Factory BlueVerb DRV-2080 is a vintage-style world-class recording studio reverb. Intended to recreate the warm qualities of vintage-style digital reverbs from the 80's, the BlueVerb is nothing short of amazing (available for Mac/PC, VST/AU/RTAS formats).
Nomad Factory BlueVerb DRV-2080 is available for purchase via electronic serial number at this special price until 12/31/09, exclusively from :
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Dec 14 - 11:47 AM | Misc > 9 Soundware |
Helix by 9 Soundware is a collection of presets for the ES2 synthesizer within Apple Logic Pro. The sound set explores the extraordinary instrument capable of shaping a vast array of timbres with extensive control options. From harmonic tones and drums to atonal sounds with extreme settings, these 150 patches were designed for use in a wide range of applications.
The sound set consists of 4 main categories. "Bass", "Lead", the two subcategories of "Miscellaneous" ("Harmonic" and "Inharmonic"), and "Pad" each contain 30 sounds.
Examples include chaotic leads (e.g., Conficker.pst, My Crow Soft.pst, and Teraflop.pst), 5th-harmonized basses (e.g., Lowrider.pst, Ripe Fruit.pst, and Shark.pst) and leads (e.g., Touchscreen.pst and Wardriving.pst), sequence-like textures (e.g., Low Battery.pst and Timepiece.pst), dissonant backdrops (e.g., Abyss.pst and Hex.pst), noise instruments (e.g., Fire Blueprint.pst), and impacts (e.g., Crash.pst, Scud.pst, and Slug.pst).
The 0.7 MB download includes 150 .pst files.
Helix is available now for $29.99 at :
The sound set consists of 4 main categories. "Bass", "Lead", the two subcategories of "Miscellaneous" ("Harmonic" and "Inharmonic"), and "Pad" each contain 30 sounds.
Examples include chaotic leads (e.g., Conficker.pst, My Crow Soft.pst, and Teraflop.pst), 5th-harmonized basses (e.g., Lowrider.pst, Ripe Fruit.pst, and Shark.pst) and leads (e.g., Touchscreen.pst and Wardriving.pst), sequence-like textures (e.g., Low Battery.pst and Timepiece.pst), dissonant backdrops (e.g., Abyss.pst and Hex.pst), noise instruments (e.g., Fire Blueprint.pst), and impacts (e.g., Crash.pst, Scud.pst, and Slug.pst).
The 0.7 MB download includes 150 .pst files.
Helix is available now for $29.99 at :
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Dec 14 - 09:59 AM | Industry > Applied Acoustics Systems (AAS) |
Applied Acoustics Systems releases the Synthesis Bundle and the Instrument Bundle for the holiday season.
The Synthesis Bundle comprises Tassman 4, Ultra Analog VA-1, and String Studio VS-1 and represents savings of 50% off the separately purchased price. The Synthesis Bundle is available now and until January 5th, 2010 for $399 direct from AAS' website.
The Instrument Bundle comprises Lounge Lizard EP-3, Strum Acoustic GS-1, and Strum Electric GS-1 and represents savings of 45% off the separately purchased price. The Instrument Bundle is available now and until January 5th, 2010 for $379 direct from AAS' website.
The Synthesis Bundle comprises Tassman 4, Ultra Analog VA-1, and String Studio VS-1 and represents savings of 50% off the separately purchased price. The Synthesis Bundle is available now and until January 5th, 2010 for $399 direct from AAS' website.
The Instrument Bundle comprises Lounge Lizard EP-3, Strum Acoustic GS-1, and Strum Electric GS-1 and represents savings of 45% off the separately purchased price. The Instrument Bundle is available now and until January 5th, 2010 for $379 direct from AAS' website.
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