Mac and Music News
Through Monday January 31, 2011
Mar 22 - 02:14 PM | Music Hardware > MFB |
MFB has announced the release of two new products : URZWERG and NANOZWERG.
The new step-sequencer URZWERG is a universal control-central for KRAFTZWERG, SCHLAGZWERG as well as for future ZWERG models. It offers 32 steps that can either be used in two sequences with 16 steps each or as four sequences with 8 steps each. Accordingly, up to four synthesizers or CV-parameters of a modular system can be addressed simultaneously. When in 4 x 8 mode, URZWERG could control four NANOZWERG units polyphonically. Another example would be independent control over pitch, pulse width, filter-cutoff and LFO-speed on a single KRAFTZWERG. In combination with a modular system, possibilities are finally vast. URZWERG's Gate- and CV-inputs are compatible to all common modules for the Eurorack-system.
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The new step-sequencer URZWERG is a universal control-central for KRAFTZWERG, SCHLAGZWERG as well as for future ZWERG models. It offers 32 steps that can either be used in two sequences with 16 steps each or as four sequences with 8 steps each. Accordingly, up to four synthesizers or CV-parameters of a modular system can be addressed simultaneously. When in 4 x 8 mode, URZWERG could control four NANOZWERG units polyphonically. Another example would be independent control over pitch, pulse width, filter-cutoff and LFO-speed on a single KRAFTZWERG. In combination with a modular system, possibilities are finally vast. URZWERG's Gate- and CV-inputs are compatible to all common modules for the Eurorack-system.
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Mar 22 - 12:47 PM | Virtual Instrument > Arturia |
Arturia announces "The One", a single-box containing every Arturia software instrument and a single license to activate one of them. This product comes from a simple observation: in stores, it may not always be possible to find the title you want. Dealers may have one instrument in stock, but not all products by the company. The idea with "The One" is to make sure all titles are in one box and the user decides which one he will authorize.
Buying "The One" means being able to try out all instruments for 15 days –with no function limitations- and being able to select one of them to keep after that trial period. Users can choose from the following list of software instruments: Moog Modular V, CS-80V, ARP2600 V, Minimoog-V, Prophet V, Jupiter-8V, Brass 2.0 and Analog Factory.
"The One" is available now and costs the price of an Arturia instrument (€229/$249).
Buying "The One" means being able to try out all instruments for 15 days –with no function limitations- and being able to select one of them to keep after that trial period. Users can choose from the following list of software instruments: Moog Modular V, CS-80V, ARP2600 V, Minimoog-V, Prophet V, Jupiter-8V, Brass 2.0 and Analog Factory.
"The One" is available now and costs the price of an Arturia instrument (€229/$249).
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Mar 22 - 11:29 AM | Audio Hardware > ADAM Audio |
ADAM is about to unveil the AX series of studio monitors at the upcoming MusikMesse.
Following ADAM's A and SX-Series monitor systems, the AX Series includes four high performance systems, ranging from the ultra-compact and fully professional A3X, to the high performance A5X, A7X and A8X systems.
The changes made to the A5X and the A7X are not simply developments but a fundamental revision of the A-Series. ADAM Audio took all aspects of the performance of the original A-Series and overhauled and improved them.
One of the main improvements of the top line monitors SX-Series, the X-ART tweeter, now replaces the ART tweeter in the new AX versions. The X-ART tweeter features an even higher efficiency and maximum sound pressure level as well as a frequency response up to 50kHz. All woofers and amplifiers have also been reengineered from scratch, featuring larger voice-coils and amps with twice the power for higher linear excursions and more output. Last but not least, the cabinets have been redesigned, all models sport two bass reflex ports.
Finally, two completely new models complement the AX-Series. The A3X is now ADAMs smallest monitor ever, and the larger A8X opens the door to midfield monitoring and is the top of the AX line.
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Following ADAM's A and SX-Series monitor systems, the AX Series includes four high performance systems, ranging from the ultra-compact and fully professional A3X, to the high performance A5X, A7X and A8X systems.
The changes made to the A5X and the A7X are not simply developments but a fundamental revision of the A-Series. ADAM Audio took all aspects of the performance of the original A-Series and overhauled and improved them.
One of the main improvements of the top line monitors SX-Series, the X-ART tweeter, now replaces the ART tweeter in the new AX versions. The X-ART tweeter features an even higher efficiency and maximum sound pressure level as well as a frequency response up to 50kHz. All woofers and amplifiers have also been reengineered from scratch, featuring larger voice-coils and amps with twice the power for higher linear excursions and more output. Last but not least, the cabinets have been redesigned, all models sport two bass reflex ports.
Finally, two completely new models complement the AX-Series. The A3X is now ADAMs smallest monitor ever, and the larger A8X opens the door to midfield monitoring and is the top of the AX line.
For more details, please visit :
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Mar 19 - 03:29 PM | Plug-ins > Crysonic |
Crysonic releases version 3.0 of their multi-octave Harmonic Tube Saturation inducing DSP plug-in for Mac OSX and PC in Native formats.
Features :
• 4 Selectable Band, Multi-Octave Vintage Harmonic Adjustment
• Works with Stereo and Mono Audio source
• Analog Saturation induction
• Tape Saturation induction
• Frequency Selection for Multi Band targeting
• Odd / Even Harmonic induction adjustment
• Global Wet / Dry Mix Dial
• Individual Wet / Dry Mix Dials
• Input and Output Gain level control
• Highly optimized custom DSP code
• Greatly Improved Audio Quality
• Double click to set each control to it's default value
• Press Ctrl for finer Adjustment
• Very Intuitive and easy to use User Interface
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Features :
• 4 Selectable Band, Multi-Octave Vintage Harmonic Adjustment
• Works with Stereo and Mono Audio source
• Analog Saturation induction
• Tape Saturation induction
• Frequency Selection for Multi Band targeting
• Odd / Even Harmonic induction adjustment
• Global Wet / Dry Mix Dial
• Individual Wet / Dry Mix Dials
• Input and Output Gain level control
• Highly optimized custom DSP code
• Greatly Improved Audio Quality
• Double click to set each control to it's default value
• Press Ctrl for finer Adjustment
• Very Intuitive and easy to use User Interface
&bu ...
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Mar 19 - 02:14 PM | Music Hardware > Roland |
Roland is proud to announce that the V-Combo VR-700 Stage Keyboard is now shipping.
Features :
• Roland's Virtual Tone Wheel and COSM technology provide authentic organ sound
• Dedicated harmonic bars, rotary-speaker simulation, and amp models, including Active Amp Enhancer
• 76-key waterfall keyboards offers smooth glissandos, fast action, and provides enough keys for splits
• Full organ simulation with Split function, plus pedalboard capability (optional Roland PK-25A, PK-7A)
• Essential ensemble sounds (with tone remain function) onboard, including 88-key multi-sampled pianos, EP, strings, brass, synth pads, and more
• Full polyphony in the organ section, 128-voice polyphony for the ensemble section
• WAV/AIFF/MP3/SMF playback function for backing tracks
• Built-in rhythm patterns for practice and play-along performance
• Store user and system settings onboard and to optional USB memory
• Versatile I/O, including professional XLR outputs
The V-Combo VR-700 is now available with a suggested retail price of $2,329.
Features :
• Roland's Virtual Tone Wheel and COSM technology provide authentic organ sound
• Dedicated harmonic bars, rotary-speaker simulation, and amp models, including Active Amp Enhancer
• 76-key waterfall keyboards offers smooth glissandos, fast action, and provides enough keys for splits
• Full organ simulation with Split function, plus pedalboard capability (optional Roland PK-25A, PK-7A)
• Essential ensemble sounds (with tone remain function) onboard, including 88-key multi-sampled pianos, EP, strings, brass, synth pads, and more
• Full polyphony in the organ section, 128-voice polyphony for the ensemble section
• WAV/AIFF/MP3/SMF playback function for backing tracks
• Built-in rhythm patterns for practice and play-along performance
• Store user and system settings onboard and to optional USB memory
• Versatile I/O, including professional XLR outputs
The V-Combo VR-700 is now available with a suggested retail price of $2,329.
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