Togu Audio Line has released a beta version of TAL-DUB-III, a new delay plug-in.

TAL-DUB-III is not a tape delay emulation - it has its own sound. It has an alias-free saturation stage, a non-linear 6dB low-pass and a 3dB high-pass filter that are included in the feedback path of the device. An input drive knob allows to adjust the saturation level. Pop-up menus show the current values of volume, delay-time and feedback knobs. A tab button allows to adjust the delay time for live sessions.

Features :

• Delay time up to 4 seconds.
• Non linear 6dB Low-Pass filter.
• 3dB High Pass filter.
• Alias free saturation, adjustable with the input drive knob.
• Delay x2 for each channel.
• Synced delay times (1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 1/1, 2/1 and tripled and dotted notes).
• Pop-ups show the actual values dB (input drive, dry, wet), ms(delay), 0..2 (feedback)
• LED-meter shows the saturation level.
• Tab button for delay time.
• MIDI Learn for all knobs.
• The feedback knob is especially optimized for doing infinite delays.

TAL-DUB-III is available for Windows and Mac OS X in VST and AU formats and it is free and Open Source (GPL).

On top of the AU versions of their products, McDSP will present a new plug-in called the 6030 Ultimate Compressor at the upcoming Winter NAMM Show. Here's what they say about it :

"McDSP has turned up the notch of dynamic range processing once again. Building on the entire award winning McDSP compression algorithm code base, the 6030 Ultimate Compressor adds new sonic capabilities, stunning new user interfaces and a collection of new designs mixed with unique twists on vintage emulations. The 6030 Ultimate Compressor will be available in May of 2010 (pricing TBD). The 6030 Ultimate Compressor will also be added to the Emerald Pack bundle, available to Emerald Pack 4 customers as an upgrade (pricing TBD)."

NuSofting has announced the release of an AU version of Strings Dream Synthesizer.

Strings Dream Synthesizer is able to reproduce the infinite array of rich, analogue pads from the most famous strings machines in synthesizer history - emulating the classic Eminent Solina as well as its sister keyboards from Elka, Crumar and even their Japanese cousins.

Strings Dream Synthesizer is available for Mac (AU/VST) and PC (VST). The good news is that its price has been reduced permanently to $45 (formerly $89).

Newer Technologies has announced the NewerTech USB Video Display Adapter for adding an additional HDMI, DVI, or VGA display with up to 2048 x 1152 resolution via any Mac or PC computer's standard USB 2.0 port.

Functioning like a bus-powered (no AC adapter required) "external video card", the $95.99 MSRP NewerTech USB Video Display Adapter enables users to expand the display capabilities of desktop and laptop computers that offer only one built-in display/video-out port while eliminating the cost and hassle of installing a video card into the computer.

The SwitchMaid by ThirdFloorLab makes choosing the right microphone and the matching preamp easier than ever. 4 microphone inputs with switchable 48V may be combined with 8 preamp loops. Preamp send and return are provided on Tascam sub-d connectors.

Features :

• Fully passive signal path
• Neutrik XLR connectors
• High-quality EAO switch
• gold contact relais
• unit ships with 12V AC power supply

SwitchMaid is priced at €490 plus 19% VAT (no VAT if in Europe with mating VAT#, or export).