Introducing Open Labs' SoundSlate, a virtual instrument player and hardware DAW for your keyboard workstation or MIDI controller, contained in a 1U rackmountable case.

SoundSlate redefines music production and performance by incorporating Open Labs' music operating environment including the virtual instrument host Riff, 8000+ of sounds and effects, a robust audio i/o, and a powerful computer core running Windows XP into a 1U-ultra compact case that packs a punch.

SoundSlate will be available soon at a price of $1999.

Propellerhead Software today announced their brand new Reason Soul School ReFill to be included free of charge with any new purchase of Reason. This offer is valid starting Friday, November 27th, until December 31st, 2009.

Those who purchase a full version of Reason, Record Reason Duo or Reason Academic from their local retailer, online shop or from Propellerhead Software's own web shop and register it before December 31st 2009 will be given access to download the brand new Reason Soul School ReFill - Propellerhead's latest ReFill that comes packed with REX files and multi sampled instruments that just oozes of the soulful sound of the 60's and 70's.

Moog unveils official specs and pricing for the upcoming Taurus Bass Pedals. Only 1000 units will be produced.

Priced at $1995, the Taurus will be available by the end of the year. For detailed specification, please visit :

U-he has released a Beta Demo version of its new modular virtual synth - ACE (Any Cable Everywhere).

According to u-he, ACE delivers top quality sound at a highly competitive price. The selection of modules and clear layout make ACE the ideal instrument for newcomers delving into the fascinating world of modular synthesis. The number of ways to connect modules together is practically infinite, and you will soon discover how much more fun it is to make your own sounds in ACE than in a non-modular synthesizer.

Features :

• 2 x LFO (1 sine, 1 sine/tri/saw/sqr) 0Hz - 20kHz.
• 2 x ADSR (same as Bazille).
• 2 x VCO (saw/PWM) 0Hz - 20kHz, VCO1 with SubOsc.
• 2 x VCF (two variable outlets each: LP1/LP2/LP3/LP4, HP/BP/BR).
• 2 x VCA/Pan.
• 2 x Multiples ...

D16 Group has announced a Half Price Sale : until December 1st, 2009, all products in D16's online shop can be purchased for half price !