The new version 1.1 software makes the PolyTune app fully compatible with iPhone 4 as well as the iOS 4 operating system. It also features full Retina display support for the ultimate viewing experience when tuning.

Further, a brand new Color Blind feature has been included, allowing users to switch out the green/red colors with yellow/blue.

Finally, the overall graphics has been improved, and the app now has a new, very appealing icon that will stand out on any iPhone home screen.

$0.99 for 3 days
Obviously, version 1.1 is a free update for existing PolyTune app users, but to celebrate this new version, TC Electronic will be lowering the price for new users to just $0.99 for 3 days, from December 16, 2010, to midnight December 19, 2010. Normally, the PolyTune app is priced at $9.99, but after the three-day special offer, the regular price will be dropped by 50% to $4.99.

The CP series of stage pianos from Yamaha have been the backbone of many historic and iconic musical performances for over 30 years. On stages, in homes and in classrooms around the world, pianists rely on their faithful action, accurate sound reproduction and their portability. The recent introduction of the groundbreaking CP1 saw Yamaha raised the technological bar even further. With its unique Spectral Component Modeling engine and cutting-edge VCM digital effects, the worlds leading pianists and performers have experienced and appreciated its new level of expression and accuracy.

Recognising that the full CP story lies in its extra-ordinary heritage, Yamaha have now released a special CP series magazine covering the whole story from the legendary CP70 through to todays CP series.

The new iLok is smaller, stronger, customizable and has a much higher capacity than the original. Together with iLok.com, it is the best portable software license solution available.

- Smaller: two iLoks now fit side by side in adjacent USB ports
- Stronger: sturdier USB connector and solid body makes it one tough iLok
- Higher Capacity: holds over 500 software license authorizations
- Customizable: add a custom label under the protective sleeve - no more guessing which iLok is which
- Hip: sleek black design and cool blue LED, need we say more? Price: 49,95$

Applied Acoustics Systems announces the release of the Analog Essentials, Ultra FX and Starlight sound banks, which now includes the free AAS Player plug-in.

Following its initial release with the inclusion of the String Studio VS-1 string modeling synthesizer engine, the AAS Player now embeds the Ultra Analog VA-1 analog synthesizer engine allowing one to play and use sounds from the Analog Essentials, Ultra FX, and Starlight sound banks in AAS' simplest and most affordable plug-in to date.

The AAS Player focuses on immediacy, ease of use, and sound quality to provide a truly immersive sonic experience.

AcousticsampleS presents its 2010 Xmas sale:

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This sale gives you 30% off everything.

The discount may be combined with the quantity discount that is already going on, so you save :
- 30% and then 5% off the discounted total for 2 items
- 30% and then 10% off the discounted total for 4 items
- 30% and then 15% off the discounted total for 6 items
- 30% and then 20% off the discounted total for 8 items
- 30% and then 25% off the discounted total for 10 items or more

The offer is available until 25 December 2010.