Audix unveils the CabGrabber XL, an extended version of its CabGrabber that handles larger size cabinets from 14 – 20 inches in depth.

The CabGrabber-XL enables sound engineers and musicians to conveniently place a microphone on large guitar and bass cabinets without the use of a mic stand.

It is constructed of steel tubing and is designed to be capable of holding microphones that are typically used for miking guitar cabinets securely and firmly in place, including large diaphragm condenser mics weighing up to 16 ounces.

The CabGrabber-XL, which is held on to the cabinet by a tension fit design, works equally well on cabinets with a flat surface or a recessed edge, according to the manufacturer. The tubular arm, which is threaded to hold any standard microphone clip, will rotate 180 degrees and can be locked into position with a thumb screw.

The CabGrabber-XL is available from authorized Audix dealers at a suggested retail price of $89.

Vengeance will be adding a Multiband Compressor to their line of plug-ins. The Mastering Suite will be the third plug-in next to Metrum: Kick Synthesizer VSTi and Vengeance Producer Suite: Multiband Sidechain plug-in.

Features :

• VST / PC & Intel Mac VST / AU - runs in all compatible hosts
• you can choose between 1 band, 2, 3 or 4 band mode
• high quality filter models, from 6db to 96db - without any phasing issues!
• up to 4 independent compressors (one per selected band)
• hard-/softknee mode, optional autogain, optional autorelease for every compressor
• graphical Ratio/Treshold curve display
• up to 4 limiters (one for each band) + 1 mastering limiter (sum), also with autorelease
• New York Compression: MIX knob, to bring back some original dynamic!
• live waveform scopes for every channel
• realtime FFT analyzer (in-/output overlay to compare dry and wet signals)
• unique new feature: the "DPC" (dynamic pattern compressor)
• anti distortion filters for ultra-short releasetimes
• many cool presets included: ranging from complete masterings to special fx
• all parameters are automatable (host)
• Copy Protection: elicenser USB Dongle required

Priced at €149, the new Mastering Suite will be available soon for Windows and Mac in AU and VST plug-in formats.

Telefunken Elektroakustik needs a name for its newest large diaphragm condenser microphone, which will be introduced at AES 2010 in San Francisco. In development for 18 months, the latest mic in the company's acclaimed R-F-T line was designed by Telefunken's in-house engineering team, with outside consultation from some of the world's top amplifier designers.

The microphone will be based around a unique circuit that features a NOS (New Old Stock) Telefunken vacuum tube, custom audio transformer and a fixed cardioid large diaphragm capsule. Sonically, the microphone carries similar characteristics found in its R-F-T line counter parts, the AR-51 and the AK-47 MkII.

Featuring a custom antique copper finish, the new microphone has a silky, open top end, smooth midrange, and a detailed ...

EastWest presents Hollywood Strings Gold Edition, bringing the sounds from Hollywood Strings Diamond Edition within the reach of any composer.

Designed for film, television, and video game scoring, Hollywood Strings was recorded in EastWest's Studio 1 by their team of Doug Rogers, Nick Phoenix, Thomas Bergersen and engineered by Hollywood veteran Shawn Murphy.

Hollywood String Gold Edition provides all of the sounds from the Diamond Edition in 16-bit resolution and includes a single, mid-tree mic position, all articulations with the exception of bow-change legato, and does not include Divisi mics. The Gold Edition ships on multiple DVDs.

Hollywood Strings Gold Edition is scheduled to ship September 27, 2010 for $795 (€599).

Tascam unveils the GB-10 Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder and LR-10 Instrumental Trainer/Recorder.

The GB-10 Guitar/Bass Trainer slow down and loop MP3 files without changing their pitch to help musicians learn new songs and licks. The latest generation features CD-quality recording with overdub to build up an arrangement. The SD card slot includes a 2GB card, and the new tabletop design makes them the perfect tools for music students, hobbyists or professionals to perfect their instruments.

The LR-10 is designed for strings, wind players, keyboardists, vocalists or any other musician. Use it to loop and transcribe your favorite music, record lessons or capture new song ideas. The LR-10 has a built-in microphone and speaker for recording and playback, and like the GB-10 includes a tuner ...