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Native Instruments have lost their minds- good news for all of us!

Griffin Avid — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:39:08 GMT

IK Multimedia Announces “Summer Group Mix”

xodus phoenix — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:44:47 GMT

IK Multimedia the "Summer Group Mix Promotion" where musicians, engineers and producers can get up to three free T-RackS 3 Singles plug-ins for the price of one. From July 1,

2009 through August 31, 2009, when customers purchase and register any award-winning T-RackS 3 Singles plug-in from an authorized IK Multimedia Retailer or IK’s online store, they will immediately receive another T-RackS

3 plug-in free as a download from their User Area. This alone is an outstanding promotional offer, but it gets even better:

-If 500 customers participate in this promotion, every participant will receive an additional T-RackS 3 plug-in in their User Area on the IK Multimedia web site. Additionally, if 1,000 users participate in this promotion, every participant will receive ANOTHER free T-RackS 3 Singles plug-in in their user area. That means four T-RackS 3 plug-ins for the price of one!

IK’s "Summer Group Mix" promotion is really a community-based promotion – in brief, the more people who participate, the better the promotion becomes.

All participants immediately get 1 additional plug-in with their purchase and then, if the word spreads and 500 or 1000 people participate, all of them will be instantly rewarded with additional plug-ins. If we reach our goal of 1,000 participants, users will actually be getting four plug-ins for the price of one, or each plug-in for €18.75/$25* each - that’s incredible value!

* All prices exclude taxes.

About T-RackS 3 Singles:

T-RackS 3 Singles are the individual processors from the award-winning T-RackS 3 Deluxe Mixing and Mastering Suite that operate as individual plug-ins. This provides additional flexibility and more importantly, better sounding mixes when used during the mixing process. Additionally, T-RackS 3 Singles integrate into the T-RackS Standard processor 12-slot architecture, allowing users to purchase and use individual processors on an "as needed"

basis for mixing, and build a high-end mastering chain of great sounding plug-ins at the same time.

T-RackS 3 Singles include:

· Vintage Tube Compressor/Limiter model 670

· Vintage Tube Program EQ

· Opto compressor

· Brickwall limiter

· Linear Phase Equalizer

· Classic T-RackS Compressor

· Classic T-RackS Multi-band Limiter

· Classic T-RackS Clipper

· Classic T-RackS Equalizer

· Complete Metering Suite

For more information about the IK Multimedia "Summer Group Mix" promotion or the plug-ins included in this promotion, please visit the IK web site:

www.ikmultimedia.com/groupmix

Youtube question about Liquid Instruments

xodus phoenix — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 03:37:20 GMT

Hey Griffie this question came in on the YTC. I know, but it's one of your joints so I passed it on.

Direct them to Ueb site. Wanna be nice supply a direct link.

What's the message?

I've a question about Liquid instruments. It's possible to change the velocity/volume of each note ? Or is the velocity/volume fixed ?

Thx in advance, regards

I aint used in a minit. "Each note" is the problem. Each sample is a loop chopped and not a bunch of velocity layers or multi-samples.

And the volume settings is global for THE ENTIRE LOOP. So no, there is no way (as far as I know) to make that kind of edit to an individual slice.

You'd have to multi out and do it in the track settings of the host or simply do it (after) as an exported wave edited in something else.

When I was using it heavy I messed with the melodies in the Editor and always did the major sculpting outside the liquid engine. It's best at time stretching and creating new melodies and experimenting. I wouldn't try and mix in there. Long *** post. Copy and past on our forum and direct him there.

lata.

SoundsForSamplers.com MPC series Tutorials on YouTube

Griffin Avid — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 18:52:59 GMT

Spend the afternoon uploading videos...Makes me want a new MPC...

XO, what's gooda?

http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=E06284C4CDEEFE29

DubSpot & Ableton present 'Live 8 U.S. Sessions Tour: NYC' : June 27-28, 2009

plexipr — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:07:07 GMT

[b]DubSpot[/b]’s [b][i][u]Live 8 US Sessions[/u][/i][/b] tour is coming home to[b] NYC[/b]. After a successful maiden voyage to San Francisco [url="http://dubspot.squarespace.com/blog/2009/5/19/live-8-us-sessions-tour-san-fran-recap-video.html"](video)[/url] last month, we are preparing our home-field advantage stop for the weekend of [b][u]June 27th & 28th[/u][/b]. Join us for a unique series of interactive workshops, Q&As and live performances from a diverse pool of talented artists, instructors and established musicians, including; [b]Scientist & Richie Hawtin[/b]. Experience five ‘sessions’ daily, each specially designed to developed and enhance a diverse range of your production and performance abilities. Our tour will showcase just how far-reaching the capabilities of Live 8 are, and why it is the most advanced piece of music software on the planet. Come learn from Ableton Live experts & veteran producers and who will be coming together to help take your skills to the next level!

[b][i]For More Info & RSVP: info@dubspot.com[/i][/b]

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[b][u]Saturday 6.27[/u][/b]

[b]Live 8 in the Studio: 'The Production Process & Beyond'[/b]
We understand that mastering work flow methods and moving projects through the entire production process can be quite a challenge, for both aspiring and experienced producers alike. To address this, carefully selected artists/instructors will complete an original track and guide participants through the creative process of music making - start to finish...live! To begin, [b][i]KJ Sawka[/i][/b] (a master drummer and producer) will demonstrate and create customized drum and instrument rack set-ups from his own live recordings. Next, [i][b]DJ Kiva[/b][/i] will begin to construct a song by introducing bass, synth lines, and vocals to KJ's drums. After moving the track from session view to arrange view, [i][b]Jon Margulies[/b][/i] will take over and detail creative and efficient methods for finishing your mixes. Finally, [i][b]Daniel Wyatt[/b][/i], a talented veteran engineer, will discuss mastering techniques for creating professional, finalized products. The final session of the day will see techno legend [i][b]Richie Hawtin[/b][/i] and his label-mate [i][b]Ambivalent [/b][/i]giving their own take on the process as a whole, covering unique tricks and strategies that help them forge the sounds of the Minus imprint.

[b]ABLETON WORKSHOP SESSIONS DAY 1: Live 8 in the Studio: 'The Production Process - Start to Finish'[/b]
10am–11am Registration @ DubSpot - 348 W 14th St
11am-12pm KJ Sawka: Drums…
12pm-1pm DJ Kiva: Beats, Bass & Beyond
1pm-2pm Free lunch & Discussion & Free Live 8 Packs from
PureMagnetik & TrackTeamAudio
2pm-3pm Jon Margulies: Polish & Refine
3pm-4pm Daniel Wyatt: The Art of Mastering
4:30pm-6pm Richie Hawtin & Ambivalent
[b]
After the sessions: Day 1 Closing Party and Demos.[/b]
A wind down and chill session with attendees and presenters, plus demonstrations by the team at Create Digital Music with live sounds and unusual interfaces for interacting with Ableton Live. (6:30 - 9:00 @ 675 Bar - W 13th St bet Hudson & 9th).

[b][u]Sunday 6.28[/u][/b]

[b]Performing with Live: 'Taking Ableton on Stage'[/b]
Learning how to fully exploit and utilize the program’s capabilities in a live setting is the focus of today’s sessions. The day will begin with Jon Margulies providing programming strategies for creating an effective Live set, while controlling with the Akai APC40, which has sent shock-waves through the controller industry. Following Jon, DJ Rupture will incorporate a variety of outside instruments, such as vocals, guitar, violin, and a variety of acoustic instruments. After lunch, Peter Kirn of [url="http://www.createdigitalmusic.com"]createdigitalmusic.com[/url] will show a wide variety of hardware controller options for Live so attendees can effectively select pieces of their own. After that, we will have a special presentation by Barry Cole of Blue Mountain Publishing, detailing how artists can monetize their musical creations while also protecting them by understanding licensing, digital distribution and more. The workshops will conclude with the incredible opportunity to see another legend, Scientist, go head-to-head with Badawi in an all out Dub Battle.
[b]
ABLETON LIVE 8 WORKSHOP SESSIONS DAY 2: Performing with Live: 'Taking Ableton on Stage'[/b]
11am Brunch w/ Bob Marley
12pm-1:30pm Jon Margulies: DJ / Live PA – Hybrid Sets with the Akai APC40
1:30pm-2:30pm DJ Rupture: Integrating Live Instruments
2:30pm-3:30pm Late Lunch w/ MONO: 365 DJ Pack Giveaway
3:30pm-4:30pm Peter Kirn: Controllers for Live
4:45pm-5:45pm Barry Cole: My Tracks Are Banging… Now What?
6:00pm-7:00pm Scientist vs Badawi - Dub Battle Supreme

7:00pm-9:00pm [i]The Legendary Scientist will show proper mic'ing techniques as he prepares Dub is A Weapon for the show to follow. King Tubby's protege will then mix the band live![/i]

9:00pm-2am [i]DubSpot 2 Year Anniversary Party #3: Hi-Fidelity DubSpot Sessions: Scientist w/ Dub is A Weapon!
The beginning of a planned monthly DUB night, featuring live performances and DJ sets by Badawi, Kiva, Rupture, and More. [/i](9pm @ Le Poisson Rouge - 158 Bleecker St)

[b][i]*Price: $225 for all 10 Workshops. Or $125 for a single day. RSVP & Questions: info@dubspot.com[/i][/b]

[b][i]And the workshops will only be the half of it... check out other events that weekend, including a free Ableton Live clinic and Three 2-Year Anniversary Parties & More![/i][/b]

DubSpot
348 West 14th Street - MEZZ
New York, NY 10014
1-877-DUBSPOT (382-7768)
info@dubSpot.com
http://www.dubSpot.com

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Groove 3 - IK Training Now Shipping - 50% Off Effect Plug-Ins Explained

xodus phoenix — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:47:31 GMT

IK Multimedia has officially approved our training, and the boxed versions of these great IK titles are now shipping.

*** BIG WEEKEND SALE ***

Effect Plug-Ins Explained
DOWNLOAD FOR $24.99 UNTIL MONDAY 6/15/09

50% off until Monday 6/15/09. Thats right, get this must have title for only $24.99! Learn the essential basics to properly and effectively use EQ, Compression, Delay and Reverb plug-ins in any recording program.

We don't just give the textbook meaning of each knob and button, there are hours of practical examples and real-world techniques demonstrated on the most common instruments and vocals.

Get it Now >>

Introductory price on IK titles ends Monday!

These IK Multimedia titles are still priced at their introductory price of only $29.99 each, but only until Monday 6/15/09. They will then go to their regular price of $39.99 each, so hurry and get the deal

$29.99

Total Runtime

02h : 23m : 18s

SampleTank In Action - NOW SHIPPING

Presented by music software expert Eli Krantzberg, this in-depth series starts from the ground up and gets you going with IK Multimedia SampleTank fast. Youll also learn about SampleTanks more advanced features and functions such as Zone Editing, STRETCH Mode, Automation, Filters, Envelopes, Effects, Multi-Outs, Standalone Mode and much more. If you use SampleTank for your productions you must see this collection Your productions and tracks will be glad you did.

Product Highlights

21 Tutorials / Over 2 Hours Total Runtime
For all beginner to intermediate SampleTank users
Written by software expert Eli Krantzberg
Simple to use video control interface for Mac & PC

Learn More

$29.99

Total Runtime

02h : 36m : 17s

Mastering with T-RackS - NOW SHIPPING

Presented by engineer and mixing guru Michael Costa, this in-depth series shows you how to get professional radio sounding results using the IK Multimedia T-RackS. Michael introduces you to the powerful T-RackS and gives you a crash course into Mastering your productions so they sound better while having a healthy loud level. Youll learn about EQ, Compression Dithering, Parallel Processing and much more. Step up your sound today!

Product Highlights

14 Tutorials / Over 2.5 Hours Total Runtime
For all beginner to intermediate SampleTank users
Written by engineering and mixing guru Michael Costa
Simple to use video control interface for Mac & PC

Learn More

IK Multimedia Launches Guitar Recording Master Classes

xodus phoenix — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:21:16 GMT

IK Multimedia ³Guitar Recording Master Classes,² sponsored by Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, Hal Leonard Corporation, SAE Institute and Sonoma Wire Works.

In these free workshops, players will learn:

· How to properly set up the signal chain for digital recording

· How to make your guitar and bass tracks sound the way you want them to sound

· How to properly position your tracks in the mix with effects, EQ carving and advanced tricks

· How to get your recorded sound in a live setting with your software rig

And much more...

As a thank-you for attending the clinic, IK Multimedia will be giving out great discounts on IK Multimedia and 3rd party partners¹ products. Plus, free goodies* will be given away, including:

· RiffWorks recording software ($129 value)

· Fender® Amps Soul of Tone book ($60 value)

· Hal Leonard Guitar Play-Along series ($90 value)

· Fender® Players Club Merchandise ($75 value)

· GuitarInstructor.com discounts

*Only while supplies last. Quantities are limited to venue and geographic location.

In addition, new users will get a free copy of AmpliTube X-GEAR for direct download! Enjoy a free copy of AmpliTube X-Gear that¹s jam-packed with 3 Amps, 3 Cabinets, 3 Microphones, 3 Stomp effect models, Spring Reverb, Noise Gate and High-precision tuner! Previously registered IK users will also get the latest update for X-GEAR, the 1.4.1 version, which includes support for IK¹s newest release- StealthPedal. Other enhanced capability for X-GEAR 1.4.1 includes: Preset XChange online community instantly accessible from X-GEAR presets menu; improved Pro Tools® 8 support on Windows XP/Vista machines and more.

These special workshops offer the chance to improve your knowledge and become an expert on getting great tones from your software rig. You may also learn how to properly implement your tools to get great recorded and live

sound: such as how to efficiently mix guitar and bass tracks, how to connect with USB audio interfaces specifically made for guitarists and bassists, and how to get the absolute most out of your DAW using ³Powered by AmpliTube² plug-ins such as AmpliTube® 2, AmpliTube Fender®, AmpliTube Jimi Hendrix AmpliTube Metal and Ampeg® SVX. IK clinicians will show you how to use audio interfaces like StompIO and StealthPedal, so you can play with realistic feel and solidify your stage presence and recordings.

Plus, you¹ll meet like-minded individuals for collaboration and pick up all kinds of free advice, software and other prizes. Sit down with pro musicians and fellow IK users to share tips and tricks on recording great tones and taking them on the road! If you can¹t make it to the live show, selected workshops held at SAE campuses will also be webcast live on the SAE Ustream.tv channel.

For the complete schedule of tour dates, please visit the IK website:

www.ikmultimedia.com/guitarmasterclasses

iStandardProducers.com ReLaunched!!!

xodus phoenix — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 05:50:08 GMT

iStandardProducers.com
ReLaunched!!!

Any producer looking to get heard, be sure to check out www.iStandardProducers.com! It is the future of online production shopping, where you can tailor tracks towards SPECIFIC artists!!! When an A&R, manager, artist, attorney, etc. uses our revolutionary search mechanism to look for beats (e.g. for 50 Cent, Jay-Z, Ludacris, etc.), if you make beats for those artists in your profile, your page pops up in the search!!!

Also check out exclusive interviews this month with the likes of ZACH KATZ, RSONIST of The HeatMakerz, and KEN LEWIS!!!

What do you stand for? Log on now and find out!

Benefits to Exclusive Members:

Be a part of a producer-based community where you will be showcased specifically for your production talents
Every member will have their own unique page and URL displaying their credits, music and direct contact info- all can be updated at anytime and forwarded to various industry connects.
Members can customize their uploaded track selection to identify artists within the industry they feel they can cater to. Using our revolutionary search mechanism, A&R's, Artists, Managers, etc. can then "Dig into the iStandard Crates" for specific records for specific artist projects.
Exclusive Industry opportunities such as iStandardproducers.com monthly A&R Newsletter, outlining specific production needs and how to get your material directly to the source.
Labels who have already committed and cosigned the iStandard site are Def Jam, Universal, JIVE, Sony BMG, J Records, Bad Boy, Warner Family (Atlantic and Asylum), Interscope family (Shady, Aftermath and G-Unit) and many more!

Only $50 per year!

http://www.istandardproducers.com/signup.php?mode=signup&quota_id=3

Big Fish Audio New Release... Bollyhood Beats

Griffin Avid — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:27:11 GMT

FORMAT:
Apple Loops/REX/WAV/RMX/Acid

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RETAIL:
$99.95

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DEMO:
Bollyhood Beats

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DESCRIPTION:
Traditional Indian rhythms and today's Hip Hop, Pop and R&B tracks don't typically work well together; this is where Bollyhood Beats comes in. Big Fish Audio presents the perfect combination of drum beats and some of the hottest Indian percussion you've ever heard. Each kit contains a full mix of the percussion and the drums together, a full percussion-only mix, and each individual percussion part playing separately. Instruments recorded for this library include: tabla, dholak, duff, manjira, ghungroo, clay pot and various types of shakers. This massive multi disc library was performed by Sanket Athale, one of India's top percussion players and produced and conceived by Dinshah Sanjana. Having these live Indian rhythms perfectly melded to the styles of today's modern music will give your tracks the edge over the competition.

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CONTENTS:

- 10.35GB on 2 DVD-Roms (4GB of Original WAV Files)

- 92 Construction Kits

- Instruments include: Tabla, Dholak, Duff, Manjira, Shakers, Clay Pot, Ghungroo, Dimdi

XLN Audio Addictive Drums expansions!!

xodus phoenix — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:56:15 GMT

Retro Songs MIDI Pak

XLN Audio presents the new Retro Songs MIDI Pak. Bring back the good old times with this MIDI Pak full of beats and grooves inspired by the 60s and 70s. A total of 200 MIDI-files in 35 Songs played by a real drummer are included. Though from an other era, these beats and grooves are as popular today as ever. From thunderous Heavy Rock to early 60s Motown this MIDI Pak gives you a wide range of styles in different tempos and feels for you to choose from.

All of the songs are divided into different parts, intro, verse, bridge, chorus and middle8, so you can find the kind you are looking for. Put on your old Woodstock sandals, travel back in time and rediscover the beats and grooves that changed music for ever.

Compatible with both Addictive Drums and Retro.

Buy the Retro Songs MIDI Pak in our webshop:
http://www.xlnaudio.com/shop.php

Listen to an audio preview of the beats and grooves in the Retro Songs MIDI Pak with the Retro AD Pak sounds here:
http://xlnaudio.usa.s3.amazonaws.com/addictivedrums/adpaks/midipaks/retrosongs/audiodemos/retrosongs-midipak.mp3

Give us your thoughts and discuss this product here:
http://www.xlnaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2048

30 New Retro ADpak Presets For FREE!

We would like to give all you nostalgic's a little something: 30 brand new Retro Presets using the three Ludwig drumkits from the Retro AD Pak for you to download for free!

(Only compatible with the Retro ADpak)

Download the free Retro presets here:
http://www.xlnaudio.com/?page=downloads

Give us your thoughts and discuss this in the XLN Audio forum:
http://www.xlnaudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2047

New Ueberschall Library:Pop Music

xodus phoenix — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:52:00 GMT

Pop Music

Authentic Pop Music at its finest

Pop Music offers music creators access to an extensive pop production workstation. Offering essential tools that make it easier than ever to assemble and fuse polished grooves. Pop Music assets include supremely recorded Pop music arrangements, hundreds of flawless loops and samples inspired by modern and classic Pop trends. An all new construction kit experience which offers 13 complete songs, with styles ranging from slow ballads up to fast rocking pop songs.

Contents

A deeper probe into Pop Music‘s 3.6 GB Sample Library finds more than 1000 sample loops of warm, cleanly engineered recordings of vital instruments. All the core sounds needed for Pop are available, including: full drum kits, acoustic guitars, amped guitars, strings/pads, acoustic pianos, e-pianos, percussions, smooth bass-lines, flutes, Rhodes, synthesizers, and much more.

All samples are labeled with their key signature and tempo and include Elastik standards for organization and integration.

Workflow

The given structure and features like key signature and tempo information, makes it as easy as possible to find a song or groove that will match your tracking needs and goals. Additionally the Elastik Player offers you a lot of DSP functions to adjust the songs to further fit your productions / creations.

3.6 GB, 1023 Loops and Single Sounds

Elastik Soundbank for Mac/PC/AU/VST/RTAS/StandAlone

Elastik Player included - no sampler required!

NI Super offer on KORE 2

xodus phoenix — Sun, 10 May 2009 05:24:35 GMT

info@native-instruments.de

* Valid for purchases of the KORE 2 full version including the controller — offer does not
apply to the KORE 2 Software Edition or updates. You will receive a coupon for the KORE
ELECTRONIC EXPERIENCE download version, consisting of six KORE SOUNDPACKS.

Big Fish Audio New Release... Electron Smasher

Griffin Avid — Wed, 13 May 2009 21:56:44 GMT

http://www.bigfishaudio.com/4DCGI/detailDemos.html?1582

"Electron Smasher." Drum loop construction kits from twisty downtempo to Fatboy-style breakbeats.

Twisty downtempo, Fatboy-style breakbeat, west coast breaks, even drum n bass...if your beat is broken, The Electron Smasher crushes it to pieces. It contains nearly 600 loops, and over 100 drum loop construction kits, so you've got tons of variations. And you can mix it up and layer, build up and break down, stretch your tracks to the breaking point and then some. You also get a great assortment of drone-y, ambient, textural loops to give your tracks that thick underpinning they need. With Electron Smasher, none of the pointy edges have been sanded down! When it's crunch time, throw some of these beats into your mix and watch your track grind its way to the top. Dare we say it, but it might just become a breakbeat "smash" hit!

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CONTENTS:

- 4.67 GB on Disc (2.1 GB of 24-biy acidized WAV files)

- 717 WAV loops on disc

- Loops range from 67 bpm to 180

MOTU BPM 1.02 adds new features...

Griffin Avid — Wed, 13 May 2009 20:42:20 GMT

http://www.motu.com/newsitems/bpm-1.02-is-now-shipping-with-more-new-features

BPM 1.02 is now shipping with more new features

BPM version 1.02 is now available as a free, downloadable update for all registered BPM users. Version 1.02 introduces more new features, including Step Sequencer shortcuts and abilities, MIDI beat clock sync, MIDI modulation, expanded Metronome controls, and One Shot pads.

Here is a brief overview of the new features in BPM version 1.0.2:

Loading slice loops into banks — you can now drag & drop a slice loop onto a bank to automatically load individual slices onto the bank's 16 pads.

One shot pads — "one shot" means that the entire sample will play (note-off info is ignored). One-shot operation is perfect for triggering samples that you don't want to get cut off when they play, such as snare hits.

Step Sequencer enhancement — you can now copy the pattern in any step sequencer line and paste it to another line.

Double Resolution — this new step sequencer feature lets you quickly double the resolution of the step grid. For example, you could start programming with a 16th note grid, but later switch to a 32nd note grid for finer resolution. The pattern plays the same, you just get better resolution — in one easy step!

http://www.motu.com/newsitems/bpm-1.02-is-now-shipping-with-more-new-features

Preview volume slider — you can now control the volume of preview playback in the browser.

Enhanced metronome — you can now turn the metronome on or off as desired and control its volume.

Beat clock sync — the stand-alone version of BPM now resolves to incoming Beat Clock.

MIDI modulation — BPM parameters can now be controlled with MIDI modulation, similar to MOTU's other instrument products.

Ueberschall Club Toolz

xodus phoenix — Sun, 10 May 2009 05:32:23 GMT

Club Toolz

Productlink and Audio-Demo:

http://www.ueberschall.com/en/products/details/view/club_toolz.html

Club Toolz

Elite club sound supercluster!

Eclipse Expectations

Major amounts of consideration and endless tweaks have been injected into the development and design of this original cutting edge material for club music producers. With this sample library you can create your own club tracks within the various House and Techno styles such as Deep House and Techo, Electro, Tribal, Minimal, Maximal, Oizo-ish, Progressive, Neo-Trance.

Club Toolz provides you with over 2000 critical tech tone loops and single-shots including: a huge variety of pumpin` kicks, crisp Snares and hi-hats, warped and twisted Fx, deep basslines, atmospheric pads, groovy vintage key licks and chords, processed percussion, groove shadows and vocal elements. Club Toolz is a professional and very inspiring producers item with a huge variety of tools made to create uplifting and club-proof tracks.

Every sound and loop is categorised and easy to find / replace due to the unique and outstanding Elastik engine. Club Toolz is also the real deal for creating your own live DJ sets.

Discover, Transform, Triumph

Elastik Soundbank for Mac/PC/AU/VST/RTAS/StandAlone

Elastik Player included - no sampler required!

Ueberschall is distributed by:

www.bestservice.de - Europe

www.bigfishaudio.com - North America

www.crypton.co.jp - Japan

www.timespace.com - United Kingdom

Big Fish Audio Studio Works

xodus phoenix — Sun, 10 May 2009 05:29:32 GMT

http://www.bigfishaudio.com/4DCGI/detail.html?511843

-Studio Works-
The off-the-grid Soul / Funk workstation with an all natural touch
Sonic Integrity

Studio Works marks an ambitious new milestone in live sounding, funkfilled,
organic loop content. Diverse variations of Soul and sub-genres
are provided for each instrument choice, with top notch players providing
unique character and originality to their phrase treatment and
articulation. We set out to capture the best of the "Studio A" session
feel using premium analog gear with proprietary mixing and mastering
methods. Zero MIDI quantizing was desired or applied for the purposes of
this release, thereby retaining the live human-made vibe in all phrases
and grooves.

This 1.8 GB package is immensely compatible with Soul, Funk, RnB, Acid
Jazz, House, and Downbeat sound environments. In addition to construction
kits, a substantial selection of individual phrases are also provided.
These kinds of tones and the broad range of variety included offer a
universal appeal for countless additional genres, old, new and hybrid.
Musical purposes of varying scales and mediums can benefit from this
classic sound treasury. Studio Works provides a convenient way to access
a variety of full bodied, naturally enriched tone without having to
setup, engineer, schedule and oversee sessions under tight budgets and
time restraints.

-Analog Foundation-
We strived to maintain richness of tone from the ground up in our approach
and implementation of methods to assemble this collection. Zero
Virtual Instruments/Virtual Effects were used, leaving the material in
it's most transparent valve, tube, tape enhanced state, to further alter
and treat at your discretion. Check below for a list of analog processing
and sweetening tools applied throughout this collection:

- Reu§enzehn Suitcase Preamp
- Mu-Tron Phasor II
- Wem Watkins copicat
- Roland RE-201
- Roland RE-301
- Universal Audio 6176
- Universal Audio 1176 LN
- Avalon VT 747
- Drawmer 1969
- TL Audio 5051 Ivory 2
- Engl, Vox & Peavey Tube Amps
- Nagra mono & stereo Tape recorders
- Groove Tubes - Tube Preamp for Bass
- Groove Tubes - GT40
- Shure SM 57
- Sennheiser MD 421
- Neumann U 87
- Neumann KM-184
- Morley Wah-Wah
- Boss TWah TW-1
- Boss Super Phaser PH-2

-Alive By Design-
This library totals 1082 loops and 414 single sounds. All instruments
in this release have been performed by thoroughly experienced drummers,
keyboardists, guitarists, percussionists and others. Featuring bonus
electronic grooves which were specially constructed to gel with the retro
stylings of this compilation. In addition to the warmth provided by
analog coloration in the recording process, fidelity and textural contrast
are further complemented by the use of classic recognized, respected
and/or unique musical instruments. Live-played Phrases and Single
Shots were recorded from:

Drums:
- Sonor S-class
- Sonor Delight
- Tama
- Congas
- Percussion

Basses:
- Fender Jazz Bass (1965)
- Fender Precision Bass (1972)
- Yamaha TRB-6P
- Musicman Stingray

Guitars:
- Fender Stratocaster
- Gibson Les Paul
- Framus Steelguitar Waikiki

Electric Pianos / Synthesizers:
- Fender Rhodes Mark 1 (1973, 1977)
- Wurlitzer Piano 200a
- Hohner Clavinet D6
- Hammond B3
- Korg CX3
- Philips Philicorda
- Moog Voyager
- Moog The Rogue
- Korg MS10
- Korg MS20
- Solina String-Ensemble
- Korg Microkorg
- Korg Polysix
- Glockenspiel (Sonor)
- Vibraphon (Sonor)

Drum Synthesizers:
- Jomox xBase
- Syncussion DRM1
- Korg Minipops
- Boss Hand Clapper HC-2

-Elastik-
All of Studio Works funky sounds are programmed for the Elastik Audio
engine, so you'll have fast access to pre-mapped and structurally organized
presets for fast track usage. Mix or stack material within this
release or with additional Elastik archives rapidly thanks to Elastik's
built-in DSP effects. Plus you can modify, remap, filter, pitch shift,
tempo sync, change loop slices down to granular levels and save your own
preset.

-Ueberschall-
When you buy Ueberschall you know you're getting a name that is established
across the multimedia industry, backed by over 20 years history.
We are proud to have our content used by all walks of artists, in films,
commercials, music collections, songs, on stage, in clubs, on T.V. and
many other creative mediums. Our goals are to provide bountiful, quality,
inspiring, effective, up to date (where applicable), easy to use
sound collections and tools for sound media projects.

-Key Players-
Drums by: Beni Reimann, Matthias Wagner, Alex Nehe
Bass: Michael Fetscher
Electric pianos: Tom Wauch, Michael Fetscher
Guitar: Michael Fetscher, Steve Turgoose, Tom Wauch
Percussion: Beni Reimann, Topo Gioia, Alex Resch, Rolf Nill, Michael
Fetscher
Organ: Michael Fetscher, Markus Lang
Synthesizers: Michael Fetscher, Tom Wauch, Markus Lang
Electro beat programming: Michael Fetscher

-Spotlight-
- No Midi (natural, artistic live feel)
- Live recorded Instruments (real instrument sources, not from
synthetic dsp)
- Best studio equipment (check the analog gear list!)
- Played by professional musicians (experience, skill and exposure
embedded)
- Inspired by Nu Jazz and Acid Funk
- Brings natural touch to any song (great on its own or to beef
up the live feel in a digital piece)
- Elasik Player for harmonious sync with every project
1.8 GB, 1496 Loops and Samples

Elastik Soundbank for Mac/PC/AU/VST/RTAS/StandAlone
Elastik Player included - no sampler required!

Sound Sound Off: Prime Loops Now Online at Sonomic

xodus phoenix — Sun, 10 May 2009 05:22:41 GMT

Sound Sound Off: Prime Loops Now Online at Sonomic

It is with great pride and pleasure that we welcome Prime Loops to the Sonomic family. Seemingly overnight, Prime Loops has established itself as one of the hottest sample libraries to debut in years, with titles like Lee Coombs Presents: Tech Funk, House Guitar Loops and Minimal & Twisted House Drum Loops winning rave reviews for combining cutting edge content with a rigorous adherence to the very highest editing and mastering standards.

Prime Loops is an independent music team based at the forefront of the vibrant London scene. Talented musicians, experienced sound technicians, DJs and studio engineers have come together to take sample libraries to the next level. Prime Loops titles span the gamut of genres, from Dirty South to Dubstep, Hip Hop, to House, Garage to Minimal and everything in between. With such unique releases like Orchestra & Classical House Loops, Rasta Vocal Samples, and Moogalicious Funk Loops at your fingertips, you're sure to find high-octane creative fuel for your own compositions.
And the best is yet to come. Over the next few weeks, we'll be bringing dozens of new Prime Loops titles online, featuring up-to-the-minute genres and styles. So be sure to check back often for the latest and greatest.
And with every purchase protected by Sonomic's 100% Satisfaction Guarantee you simply can't go wrong.

IK Multimedia StealthPedal

xodus phoenix — Sun, 10 May 2009 05:20:54 GMT

This Changes Everything

The StealthPedal is almost here! Finally, a revolutionary USB audio interface/controller designed for guitar and bass players.

Pre-Order StealthPedal, Save 33% and Get AmpliTube Metal FREE!

Pre-Order Special - Get your StealthPedal for only $178 or the StealthPedal Deluxe* for only $297 PLUS, for a limited time, get a FREE download of AmpliTube Metal, worth $229.99 value, with your purchase!

The StealthPedal is the first USB-powered audio interface/MIDI controller that allows you to connect your guitar/bass to your computer and control the included 'Powered by AmpliTube' software - or any MIDI controllable software - with a compact wah-style pedal. The StealthPedal now makes it easy for you to incorporate your software based tones and settings into your studio or live rig.

From now until the end of May, SAVE 33% on the new StealthPedal by pre-ordering it from our online shop using this promo code: PREORDERNOW (see instructions below).

This discount applies to StealthPedal, StealthPedal Deluxe and the Double Switch and Expression Pedal expansion accessories.

StealthPedal comes with AmpliTube Live, Ampeg SVX Uno, Riffworks T4 Recording software, AmpliTube X-GEAR and Sonic Reality AmpliGrooves Jam Loops.

StealthPedal Deluxe comes with the full versions of AmpliTube 2 and Ampeg® SVX, Riffworks T4 Recording software, AmpliTube X-GEAR and Sonic Reality AmpliGrooves jam loops.

Hurry! This offer expires when StealthPedal starts shipping during May!

Search, download, post and share your AmpliTube presets for FREE!

With the new AmpliTube Preset XChange you may now search, download, post and share your presets with a growing community of IK users. There are hundreds of FREE presets already available covering virtually every musical and playing style! Access your User Area and start sharing today!

April Winners of the "Post and Win" contest announced! Read about the 3 Winners of the April preset posting contest.

May Preset XChange Contest: From now until May 31st, every time you post a preset, you are automatically entered to win IK's Preset XChange Monthly Giveaway. The more presets you post the better your chances of winning! This month you could win any IK product (software or hardware) of your choice that's worth up to $300!

Learn about AmpliTube Fender! New videos now available: A/B "Amp to Software" Shootouts, plus more educational videos on AmpliTube Fender! Watch them now on the IK web site, or the IK YouTube Channel!

AmpliTube Fender 1.0.1 Update: Better CPU, and full Pro Tools 8 support AmpliTube Fender 1.0.1 is a free update for all registered users of AmpliTube Fender 1.0, and is now available in the IK User Area together with the new AmpliTube X-GEAR 1.3.1. Download the updates now!

Experts are Raving about AmpliTube Fender!

Not only has AmpliTube Fender® been named the best and most realistic amp-sim on the market, but it's also getting rave reviews from users AND the press! We "scored" Better Guitar's Great Gear Award, we "turned on" Harmony Central, we have a "masterpiece" on our hands says Professional Audio and "have the Right Twang" for Keys Magazine, plus we received a 9/10 from Songstuff and 4.75/5 Tone Bones Award.

Read what everyone's saying about AmpliTube Fender!

Stay tuned.

THE MPC5000 TUTORIAL DVD

xodus phoenix — Sun, 10 May 2009 05:19:32 GMT

THE MPC5000 TUTORIAL DVD IS NOW UP FOR PRE ORDER AT HTTP://WWW.AKAIMPC.COM ALL PRE ORDERS WILL GET A EXTRA 3 KITS ADDED TO YOUR ORDER

ORDER THE DVD WITH 12 KITS AND YOU WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY UPGRADED TO 15 SOUND KITS

ORDER JUST THE DVD WITH 2 FREE KITS AND YOU ARE AUTOMATICALLY UPGRADED TO 5 KITS AND SO ON.

DVD WILL SHIP ON OR BEFORE

JULY 1ST 2009

THE DVD WILL COVER ALL THE FEATURES OF THE MPC5000 AS WELL AS THE NEW FEATURES ADDED IN THE 0S 2.0

LINK TO ORDER THE MPC5000 INSTRUSCIONAL DVD http://www.akaimpc.com/mpc5000video.html

IF YOU HAVE A MPC2000XL,MPC1000,MPC2500,OR MPC500 WE HAVE INSTRUCTIONAL DVD FOR THOSE AS WELL.

LINK

HTTP://WWW.AKAIMPC.COM

DubSpot & Ableton present 'Live 8 U.S. Sessions Tour' in San Francisco : May 7-10

plexipr — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:31:23 GMT

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[B]DubSpot[/B], New York City’s forward-thinking electronic music production and DJ institute is coming to [B]San Francisco[/B]! We're launching a nationwide 8-city tour, designed to teach, first-hand, the magic of the most revolutionary piece of music production software on the planet, [B]Ableton Live 8[/B] and it's first dedicated controller, the highly anticipated [B]Akai APC40[/B]! Participants learn through a unique series of interactive workshops, live performances, and engaging Q&A's with a diverse pool of talented artists as your instructors.
[B]
ABLETON LIVE 8 & Akai APC40 : 8 WORKSHOPS : 8 U.S. CITIES![/B]

Journey with [B]Jon Margulies[/B], DubSpot instructor & author of Ableton Live 7 (& 8) Power!, Music Supervisor [B]Barry Cole [/B](Blue Mountain Music Publishing, Spot Music) and [B]Dub Gabriel[/B](Universal, Warner Brothers, Destroy All Concepts), [B]Christopher Willits[/B] (Overlap/Ghostly/12K), [B]Jason Short[/B] (Auralism), [B]Matt Moldover[/B] (Warper NYC, LoveTech SF), and more.
[I]
Please let us know if you'd like us to visit your city: Chicago, Austin, LA, DC, Boston, Atlanta, Detroit, Seattle...[/I]

To Register or obtain more Info, please go to: [URL=http://www.dubspot.com/pages/abletontour.jsp]www.dubspot.com/pages/abletontour.jsp[/URL]
[B]
SAN FRANCISCO : MAY 7 - 10, 2009[/B]

[B]WORKSHOP SCHEDULE[/B]
[B][U]SATURDAY, MAY 9th[/U][/B]

[B]"Ableton In the Studio": Creating Music with Live[/B]
Explore essentials such as Live's interactive session View, and timeline-based Arrange View. And dig deeper into new innovations in version 8, such as the upgraded Warping Engine and Groove Pool.
[B]
12-1:30 Dub Gabriel: Session View[/B]
Remixing, Mashing & Jamming Gabriel is an experienced producer and musician with remix commissions from well over a dozen internationally known artists. He will demonstrate how to work effectively in Live’s revolutionary Session View, and use this to efficiently manage and manipulate the components of your track.

[B]2-3:30 Jason Short: Beats, Bass & Beyond[/B]
Jason will outline, discuss and demonstrate what it takes to create a minimal techno track from scratch, as he has done hundreds of times over the past decade for either his label Auralism or any one of his past collaborative projects.
[B]
4-5:30 Jon Margulies: Arrange View[/B]
The Final Mix Jon Margulies is the author of the two latest editions of Ableton Power, the definitive user manual for the program. In this session he will demonstrate how to put the finishing touches on your track, including polishing and refining your arrangements and automation in addition to tying up other loose ends that often get forgotten or overlooked.

[B]6-7pm Barry Cole: 'My Tracks are Banging Now What?'[/B]
Music Supervisor for over 60 Films and manager of a publishing catalog with over 15,000 songs from Bob Marley to Justice, Barry will discuss ways to protect and monetize your tracks, music publishing and royalties, digital distribution and licensing your music for Film, TV, Video Games and Advertising.
[B][U]
SUNDAY, MAY 10th[/U][/B]

[B]'Taking Ableton on Stage': Performing with Live.[/B]
If performance is what you're interested in, we'll be covering the basics of setting up a quality DJ set and beyond - hybrid DJ/Live PA sets, setting up MIDI controllers, live effects control and the highly anticipated Akai APC40!

[B]12-1:30 Christopher Willits: Live for Instrumentalists & Vocalists[/B]
With over 15 releases in 7 years, Chris has been instrumental in redefining the roll of the guitar in the digital age. In this session he will demonstrate how Ableton can manipulate guitar and vocal recordings to create musical compositions never before possible.

[B]2-3:30 Jon Margulies: DJ / Live PA[/B]
Hybrid Sets with the Akai APC40 Jon will be back for another session, this time demonstrating the capabilities of Ableton in a live PA or DJ hybrid setup. He will focus on using the Akai APC40, the most revolutionary Ableton controller on the market.

[B]4-5:30 Matt Moldover: Controllers & Performance[/B]
Known as the "godfather of controllerism," Moldover is famous for building, hacking and playing controllers with virtuosic skill. See him show off some of his favorites, and demonstrate a variety of methods for effectively incorporating hardware of many different kinds into your set.

[B]6-7pm Special Guest Performance[/B]

*Price: $225 for all 8 Workshops! Or $125 for a single day.
RSVP & Questions: [EMAIL=info@dubspot.com]info@dubspot.com[/EMAIL].
Location: To be announced.

[B]EVENING EVENTS[/B] : At night there will be live performances by internationally recognized artists of the highest caliber, along with FREE Ableton Public Clinics.

[B][U]THURSDAY, MAY 7th[/U][/B]

[B]FunkAid Nationwide Release Party!
[/B]Featuring Afrolicious and Dubspot's DJ Obah @ Elbo Room (647 Valencia St). Dubspot's first nationwide philanthropic project, this party will celebrate the first release in a series of compilations all designed to promote awareness and raise funds for African children affected by the AIDS crisis. 100% of the proceeds will go directly to charity. [URL=http://www.funkaid.com]www.funkaid.com[/URL]

[B]Ableton Free Public Clinic #1[/B]
Robotspeak (589 1/2 Haight St) at 6PM

[B][U]FRIDAY, MAY 8th[/U][/B]

[B]Ableton Free Public Clinic #2[/B]
Guitar Center (1645 Van Ness Ave) at 7PM
[B]Dirtybird Spring Pajama Jam [/B]
Justin Martin, Worthy, J. Phlip, Claude Vonstoke, Christian Martin @ Mezzanine (444 Jessie St.)
[B][U]
SUNDAY, MAY 10th[/U][/B]

[B]Dub Mission[/B]
@ Elbo Room (647 Valencia St) San Francisco's favorite Dub night for over a dozen years, whose resident DJ's include DJ Sep, Dub Mission's internationally respected founder, as well as J-Boogie. They will be performing along with DJ Sabbo, who will be making his Dub Mission debut. The party runs from 9pm to 2am.

[B]ABOUT DUBSPOT[/B]
DUBSPOT– a world-class electronic music production and DJ institute located in NYC’s Meatpacking District – is now offering open enrollment for Spring 2009. As one of the first Ableton Certified Training Centers in the world, DubSpot has become the premier music school for both aspiring and experienced producers and DJ's. Check out the new Spring 2009 courses, instructors, and updated curriculum. Learn Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Reason, Serato, and Native Instruments and class offerings range from beginner to advanced, analog to digital, hardware to software, everything you need to start making music today. DubSpot is redefining music education for tomorrow’s digital age in their start-of-the-art. For more info, please go to [URL=http://www.dubspot.com]www.dubspot.com[/URL].

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Korg Karma -- Latest KARMA Sound Set Releases

Griffin Avid — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:20:58 GMT

Catalyst Volume 1 KARMA-fied Combi Collection Released!

...for the Korg M3, OASYS, and M50 (with KARMA M50 software) ===================================================================

Finally, it's here! "Catalyst Vol. 1 - Creativity XPlosion!," the brand new fully KARMA-fied Collection for the Korg M3, Korg OASYS, and Korg M50.

to watch videos of Catalyst in action on the M3, and listen to other audio demos.

{http://www.karma-lab.com/vp/klvp.html?ch=cat1}

The M3 and OASYS versions can be loaded directly into your keyboard, or used with the optional KARMA M3 and KARMA Oasys software. The M50 version requires the KARMA M50 software package, which provides all of the KARMA features of the M3 on the M50.

The first volume in our new Catalyst Series, this collection aims to catalyze your creativity with a burst of inspirational grooves suitable for live playing, jamming, film cues and song production. Programmed by Eric J. Sawyer and KARMA Developer Stephen Kay, the set represents hundreds of hours of work, yet is reasonably priced at $32 - only $1 per combi.

Audio/video demos, 69 page User's Guide, and complete information can be found at the Catalyst 1 page.

{http://www.karma-lab.com/sounds/catalyst1.html}

===================================================================

Special Offer on Chemistry 3 KARMA-fied Combi Collection!

...for the Korg Karma and Triton Series (with KARMA Triton software) ===================================================================

SPECIAL OFFER! Use coupon code CHEM3-5-OFF to receive $5 off the purchase of Chemistry Vol. 3, or any package containing Chemistry Vol. 3. Offer expires May 15th, 2009.

Recently released to rave reviews, "Chemistry 3 - Groove Injection!,"

is the new fully KARMA-fied Collection of 64 Combis for the original Karma Workstation, and Triton Classic, Rack, Studio, and Extreme (when used with KARMA Triton Software).

Chemistry 3 includes 64 new KARMA-fied combis, 128 new GEs, and is a collaboration between three people: Paul Osborn (Chemistry 1 and Chemistry 2); Eric J. Sawyer (Catalyst 1); and KARMA Developer Stephen Kay, - yielding a very strong set of combis with some killer grooves for jamming or creating musical pieces.

Audio demos, the 72 page User's Guide, and complete information can be found at the Chemistry 3 page.

{http://www.karma-lab.com/sounds/chem3.html}

Price Increase Alert! All Karma Workstation and KARMA Triton combis will be increasing in price on May 15th, 2009. Act now to still receive the previous low prices of $50 for 64 combis ($95 for two sets, $140 for 3 sets etc.). All sets will be increasing in price

to $1 per combi, or $64 per 64 combis.

Zero-G is getting in touch with its dark side with the introduction of Progressive House

xodus phoenix — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:45:05 GMT

Zero-G is getting in touch with its dark side with the introduction of Progressive House, a collection of over 500 samples of the deepest progressive house beats. This mysterious, dirty, mind-bending kaleidoscope of sounds distributed by EASTWEST, exclusive distributor of Zero-G products, offers hundreds of loops and single hits which blend styles of electro, progressive and minimal house.

Virtual Drum Instruments for GarageBand

xodus phoenix — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:43:06 GMT

BandmateLoops unveiled its first three multisample Virtual Instruments for GarageBand today. The DW Rock/Pop Kit, Rogers Reggae Kit and RnB Hip-Hop Kits all feature the rich analog sound SLD is well known for. The three products target professional multisample instruments specifically for the GarageBand community.

SLD DW Rock Pop Kit (GarageBand Instrument Download)

The incredible live sound, mics and general recording of the DW Rock Pop Kit allow maximum flexibility in mixing and beat producing. The definitive sound of the DW Kit opens up the world of professional multisample instruments for all GarageBand users. Best of all, the DW Rock Pop Kit for GarageBand is available for just $24.95.

SLD DW Rock Pop Kit (GarageBand Instrument Download) is available 24/7 for electronic delivery for just $24.95 USD.
http://www.bandmateloops.com/product/500/

SLD Rogers Reggae Kit (GarageBand Instrument Download)

The authentic style and quality of the Rogers Reggae Kit will have you transported to higher ground instantly. With multiple ultra-rich, analog-recorded samples, the SLD Reggae Kit features numerous timbres and drumming techniques for Reggae and Dub music-making.

SLD Rogers Reggae Kit (GarageBand Instrument Download) is available 24/7 for electronic delivery for just $19.95 USD.

http://www.bandmateloops.com/product/499/

SLD RnB Hip-Hop Kit (GarageBand Instrument Download)

SLD Hip-Hop RnB Kit actually features three distinct instruments in one package. The 808 Kit is a vintage emulation of the classic Roland drum machine. The 808 Kit offers a hybrid between real drum samples and synthesized sounds. The Old School Kit is perfect for Hip-Hop tracks, giving you classic big Hip-Hop sound. Finally, the RnB Kit is ideal for contemporary RnB sound. (such as Alicia Keys, Mary J. Blige, John Legend)

http://www.bandmateloops.com/product/498/

SLD RnB Hip-Hop Kit (GarageBand Instrument Download) is available 24/7 for electronic delivery for just $24.95 USD.

For more information on these and other new SLD products please visit:
http://www.bandmateloops.com/category/151/Sounds-Like-Drums

NY Clinic Thursday April 30th - SONAR 8.3 / SONAR V-Studio 700

xodus phoenix — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:40:31 GMT

Don't forget to come experience SONAR 8.3 and SONAR V-Studio 700 first hand

Join us for a FREE clinic at Alto Music and find out why SONAR 8 is the leading DAW for the PC. Cakewalk Product Specialist Rich Curtis will be on hand to show off the classic sounds, new features, and improved performance in the new SONAR 8.3 update.

In addition to SONAR 8, we will also be presenting SONAR V-Studio 700. Designed from the ground up to be the complete music production system for SONAR 8 Producer. The V-Studio 700 features a robust control surface which allows you to apply all your ACT mappings, select and adjust effects parameters, control EQ and surround settings, and more right from the control surface, all but eliminating the need for your keyboard and mouse. In addition, the V-Studio 700 system features top quality I/O's and a dedicated Roland Fantom hardware-synth. Alto Music has inventory in stock and you can take it home today.

BONUS*: We will be giving away free Beat Fetish loop CDs ($99 value) the night of each show. Plus, all SONAR customers (any version or flavor) will qualify for the $200 rebate when they purchase a SONAR V-Studio 700 during the night of the clinic.

* Beat Fetish giveaway is limited to 20 per clinic night. Different tour stops may feature different or additional dealer specific promotions.

Thursday, April 30th
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Alto Music
180 Carpenter Ave.
Middletown, NY 10940
Google Map

Come in anytime to learn more from Alto Music's Certified SONAR V-Studio 700 Sales Professionals:

Anthony Thompson

T-RackS 3 Singles² Effects Processor Plug-in Series

xodus phoenix — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:34:40 GMT

“T-RackS® 3 Singles” Effects Processor Plug-in Series Now Shipping!
T-RackS 3 award-winning mastering and mixing modules now available as single plug-ins

Available plug-ins from the “T-RackS 3 Singles” series include:

- Vintage Compressor 670
- Vintage Tube Program EQ EQP1-A
- Opto Compressor
- Linear Phase EQ
- Brickwall Limiter
- Classic EQ
- Classic Compressor
- Classic Limiter
- Classic Clipper
- Metering Suite (Peak, Perceived Loudness, Phase, RMS meters, Spectrum analyzer)

All T-RackS 3 Single plug-ins may be integrated into the T-RackS 3 Standard Mastering & Mixing Suite as the musician’s needs expand, in addition to being used as plug-ins on individual tracks. For example, a user who owns the T-RackS 3 Standard may now purchase the Vintage Compressor 670 module and use it on individual tracks, plus integrate it into one of the 12 slots in the series/parallel chain for more sophisticated routing and parameter recall.

Additionally, ALL current owners of T-RackS 3 Deluxe or Standard suites also have access to the individual modules (included in the package they purchased) as a FREE download from their IK user area <http://www.ikmultimedia.com/userarea> . Users will need to log into their user area, go to the Downloads section, and select T-RackS version 3.1. The new version will also provide additional memory and CPU usage optimizations along with enhanced Pro Tools 8/Multicore MAC support.

The individual effects processor plug-ins are also included in every new purchase of T-RackS 3 Deluxe or Standard. Now, all T-RackS 3 customers have access to not only the superior mastering & mixing suite, but an additional arsenal of up to 10 dedicated mixing plug-ins for their individual tracks.

Pricing and Availability
Each of the new T-RackS 3 Single Effects Processor plug-ins is available for purchase from the IK online store, in downloadable format, as well as from authorized IK Multimedia retailers worldwide, at an introductory price of only €74.99 / $99.99 each (excluding taxes), an unbelievable value given the superior sound quality each of these components gives to your mixes!

For more information about the “T-RackS 3 Singles” Effects Processor plug-ins, please visit:
www.T-RackS.com/singles

If you are a T-RackS 3 Standard or Deluxe user, you may download your new free single plug-ins from your IK User Area here:
www.ikmultimedia.com/userarea

For a hands-on learning experience, taught by the pros on how to mix and master with T-RackS 3, please attend one of our free “T-RackS Master Class” clinics in your area:
www.ikmultimedia.com/masterclasses

Ueberschall Studio Works: Soul and Funk Workshop

xodus phoenix — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:31:02 GMT

http://www.ueberschall.com/en/products/details/view/studio_works.html

Studio Works

The off-the-grid Soul / Funk workstation with an all natural touch

Sonic Integrity

Studio Works marks an ambitious new milestone in live sounding, funk-filled, organic loop content. Diverse variations of Soul and sub-genres are provided for each instrument choice, with top notch players providing unique character and originality to their phrase treatment and articulation. We set out to capture the best of the „Studio A“ session feel using premium analog gear with proprietary mixing and mastering methods. Zero MIDI quantizing was desired or applied for the purposes of this release to keep the human-made vibe in all phrases and grooves.

This 1.8 GB package is immensely compatible with Soul, Funk, Retro, RnB, Acid Jazz, House, and Downbeat sound environments. In addition to construction kits, a substantial selection of individual phrases are also provided. Studio Works provides a convenient way to access a variety of full bodied, naturally enriched tone without having to setup, engineer, schedule and oversee sessions under tight budgets and time restraints.

All of Studio Works funky sounds are programmed for the Elastik Audio engine, so you‘ll have fast access to pre-mapped and structurally organized presets for fast track usage.

Spotlight

- No Midi (natural, artistic live feel)

- Live recorded Instruments (real instrument sources, not from synthetic dsp)

- Best studio equipment (check the analog gear list!)

- Played by professional musicians (experience, skill and exposure embedded)

- Inspired by Nu Jazz and Acid Funk

- Brings natural touch to any song (great on its own or to beef up the live feel in a digital piece)

- Elasik Player for harmonious sync with every project

1.8 GB, 1496 Loops and Samples

Elastik Soundbank for Mac/PC/AU/VST/RTAS/StandAlone

Elastik Player included - no sampler required!

Ueberschall is distributed by:

www.bestservice.de - Europe

www.bigfishaudio.com - North America

www.crypton.co.jp - Japan

www.timespace.com - United Kingdom

http://www.ueberschall.com/en/products/details/view/studio_works.html

NI KORE Soundpack Urban Arsenal 2

xodus phoenix — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:46:03 GMT

URBAN ARSENAL 2 Soundpack now available for download

URBAN ARSENAL 2 brings yet more of the beats, samples, sounds and loops for creating the freshest urban music productions. Perfectly complimenting the first soundpack, this pack restocks the arsenal with over 1,000 new drum sounds, and and even more groove construction kits, synths, basses, pads and samples provided by professional beat scientists. URBAN ARSENAL 2 is available as a direct download for $119 / 99 € from the NI Online Shop.

URBAN ARSENAL 2 follows up on the huge success of the first edition with a production toolkit bursting with the essential building blocks of contemporary hip-hop.

Perfectly complementing the first pack, 236 box-fresh new sounds are included for the free KORE PLAYER and KORE 2, made up of drums, basses, leads, pads, keys and chords that perfectly fit the sound of the hottest new urban cuts. The pack also contains dubplate and tape processing and the return of the "remix" function for drum grooves- everything you need to lay down complete tracks from scratch.

Groove controls

The on-board groove construction tool offers over 15,000 groove variations covering many urban music styles. Over 1,000 drum sounds form the basis for the 40 groove sets and 29 drum kits, all of which have been newly recorded using premium quality outboard gear, and are pre-mastered for instant use in your productions. Additionally there's a wide selection of vinyl drums and exclusively recorded beatbox samples. URBAN ARSENAL 2 also contains more sounds produced by professional beat-makers CLP (Chris de Luca vs Phon.o) and Montana Beats.

http://www.native-instruments.com/index.php?id=urbanarsenal2&utm_source=urbanarsenal2&utm_medium=Newsletter&utm_campaign=NL886_ksp_ua2

Dontae Winslow checks out the microKORG XL

xodus phoenix — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:03:48 GMT

http://korg.com/ClassDetail.aspx?ID=106

Dontae Winslow checks out the microKORG XL By Laura B. Whitmore The new Korg microKORG XL has hit the ground running! We know that a lot of you out there are buzzing about it, so we thought it would be cool to rush one over to one of our artist connoisseurs, Dontae Winslow, to find out his reaction to this mighty little beast. You might have read about Dontae here at Korg.com before, but here’s a refresher! A classically trained trumpet player, Dontae tells us a bit about his background, “I began playing trumpet in elementary school, and joined the Fallstaff Middle School jazz band shortly thereafter. I got most of my training in classical trumpet at The Baltimore School for the Arts, and finished at the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University.” What’s that got to do with the hot producer and arranger that Dontae has become? There’s more to the story. Dontae continues, “Growing up studying classical and jazz music, yet being a child of the Run DMC hip-hop generation is what formed my early roots as a musician/artist. I used to play jazz, classical, and write and perform raps all day! Later after college my interest in becoming a producer emerged, so I moved to Hollywood to pursue it. I now find myself mostly writing/producing, arranging, and film composing.” In fact, Dontae has had a hand in several new projects, including three songs on artist Avant’s new project on Capitols records, the self-titled Avant – “French Pedicure,” “Material Things,” and “Break Ya Back,” which features the microKORG. He also arranged and performed horns on Mary Mary’s Grammy Award-winning CD, The Sound, which features the single “Get Up.” Dontae clues us in on a few more projects, “I co-wrote and played horns on David Banner’s ‘Faith,’ Kierra Sheard’s ‘One,’ and ‘Love Like Crazy,’ and Chante Moore’s ‘Can’t Do It.’ And I’m also finishing my new book, “The Dontae Winslow Story,” which is poised to be a feature film. Of course the score will have microKORG in it!” Ah, yes. The microKORG. Let’s get back to that little powerhouse. From Dontae’s grin, we were pretty sure he was pleased to get his hands on one. He shares his favorite features, “I like the microKORG XL for the tempo BPM lock, the USB because I’m always on the road with my laptop, and because the sounds are incredible for Dance music. I also love its light weight and new toggle buttons. The display is easier to navigate and simple to use.” Dontae whisked the microKORG XL straight into the studio and put it to work. “I used it on Avant’s “Break Ya Back,” “WinslowDynasty,” and you’ll be hearing it on every new song I produce this year!” he laughs. “This instrument is SOOO intuitive and creative...microKORG XL is FIRE! It sounds killin’ and functions smoothly. The keys don’t make loud clicking noises and the new soft action won’t tire your fingers!” On the horizon for Dontae are a new album, entitled, WinslowDynasty, featuring MaShica, plus projects with Avant, Kelly Price, Chenelle, Keyshia Cole, Mary J. Blige, Amerie and more. Keep up with Dontae at www.winslowdynasty.com Find out more about the microKORG XL.

Dontae Winslow checks out the microKORG XL
By Laura B. Whitmore

The new Korg microKORG XL has hit the ground running! We know that a lot of you out there are buzzing about it, so we thought it would be cool to rush one over to one of our artist connoisseurs, Dontae Winslow, to find out his reaction to this mighty little beast.

You might have read about Dontae here at Korg.com before, but here’s a refresher! A classically trained trumpet player, Dontae tells us a bit about his background, “I began playing trumpet in elementary school, and joined the Fallstaff Middle School jazz band shortly thereafter. I got most of my training in classical trumpet at The Baltimore School for the Arts, and finished at the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University.”

What’s that got to do with the hot producer and arranger that Dontae has become? There’s more to the story. Dontae continues, “Growing up studying classical and jazz music, yet being a child of the Run DMC hip-hop generation is what formed my early roots as a musician/artist. I used to play jazz, classical, and write and perform raps all day! Later after college my interest in becoming a producer emerged, so I moved to Hollywood to pursue it. I now find myself mostly writing/producing, arranging, and film composing.”

In fact, Dontae has had a hand in several new projects, including three songs on artist Avant’s new project on Capitols records, the self-titled Avant – “French Pedicure,” “Material Things,” and “Break Ya Back,” which features the microKORG. He also arranged and performed horns on Mary Mary’s Grammy Award-winning CD, The Sound, which features the single “Get Up.” Dontae clues us in on a few more projects, “I co-wrote and played horns on David Banner’s ‘Faith,’ Kierra Sheard’s ‘One,’ and ‘Love Like Crazy,’ and Chante Moore’s ‘Can’t Do It.’ And I’m also finishing my new book, “The Dontae Winslow Story,” which is poised to be a feature film. Of course the score will have microKORG in it!”

Ah, yes. The microKORG. Let’s get back to that little powerhouse. From Dontae’s grin, we were pretty sure he was pleased to get his hands on one. He shares his favorite features, “I like the microKORG XL for the tempo BPM lock, the USB because I’m always on the road with my laptop, and because the sounds are incredible for Dance music. I also love its light weight and new toggle buttons. The display is easier to navigate and simple to use.”

Dontae whisked the microKORG XL straight into the studio and put it to work. “I used it on Avant’s “Break Ya Back,” “WinslowDynasty,” and you’ll be hearing it on every new song I produce this year!” he laughs. “This instrument is SOOO intuitive and creative...microKORG XL is FIRE! It sounds killin’ and functions smoothly. The keys don’t make loud clicking noises and the new soft action won’t tire your fingers!”

On the horizon for Dontae are a new album, entitled, WinslowDynasty, featuring MaShica, plus projects with Avant, Kelly Price, Chenelle, Keyshia Cole, Mary J. Blige, Amerie and more. Keep up with Dontae at www.winslowdynasty.com

Find out more about the microKORG XL.

New from Big Fish Audio! 2 joints; LA Bass sessions and Urbanic Loops

Griffin Avid — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 07:47:03 GMT

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RnB's up-to-speed, most resilient jams are now available in URBANIC. These crazed Hip Hop eruptions will keep you ahead of the game with nothing less than feverish perfectionism at your disposal. Make your moves with 34 glistening RnB, Soul, Club, Construction Kit grooves ready to get things blazing. Featuring next generation c-kits with intro+outro tracks for an extended variety of creative impulses. All sounds have been seduced by Elastik Audio format and are ready to drop.
Take whatz yours.

URBANIC is a unique, quality sample production boasting a massive library, including 34 construction kits which contain over 2.8 GB of cutting-edge Hip Hop and R&B sounds. This Library is jam packed with extraordinary samples, basslines, leads, pads, fx sounds and a whole bunch of Drumsounds in 34 powerful Construction Kits. The variety of sequences gives you a powerful tool to create successful tracks. The content is gearedÊtoward music producers looking for authentic club sounds. Everything is programmed to conform to the musical genre.

The construction kits on URBANIC are divided up into specific folders - one containing the main kit, a variation kit with alternative sequences and phrases, as well as a kit with separate intro and an outro. On top of that you get a folder containing all the individual drum sounds which makes it much more flexible to use and provides a very easy way of arranging a whole song including all the variations you need to make the perfect club track.

Responsible for the production of Ueberschall URBANIC are Michael Jackson, Dj Drastic and Marc Steinmeier - a team of highly respected music producers in the industry. This team has produced and remixed for artists such as NAS, Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, Willie Joe and Eminem. These samples comprise a state of the art Library of Hip Hop and R&B sounds to achieve an authentic club sound.

AND....

http://www.bigfishaudio.com/4DCGI/detail.html?1147

These precision electric bass grooves come from veteran bass player Daniel Pearson, who has performed and/or recorded with a long list of pros including Jennifer Lopez, Macy Gray, Jessica Simpson, Taylor Dayne, Coolio, Sheila E., Nick Lachey, Bernard Fowler, Kenny Latimore, and Clay Aiken to name a few. This set gives you over 3.5 GB of grooving rock, pop, funk, and R&B bass phrases (1.6 GB of 24-bit WAV content) in WAV, REX, RMX, and Apple Loops formats. Each performance set is comprised of an "A", "B" and an "Alt" section. There is plenty to choose from as most sets include variations for each of the three sections. LA Bass Sessions was recorded and formatted to match flawlessly with LA Drum Sessions Vol. 2. Each bass loop was recorded referencing the corresponding loops from LA Drum Sessions Vol. 2 to give you that perfect "in the pocket" drum and bass groove. With loads of quality, style, and variety, you'll get a lot of mileage out of this library.

New York interest:Upcoming IK Multimedia Clinics in NY

xodus phoenix — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:37:39 GMT

Join IK Multimedia for one of several upcoming clinics in the New York area. Learn great tips and tricks, get super discounts, and speak directly with product specialist Tony Grund!

Below are event schedules and information.

To RSVP for any event, or if you have questions, please write to: tony.grund@ikmultimedia.com.

See you there!

Tony

IK Multimedia User Group Meeting: AmpliTube Fender®!
Date: Wednesday, April 15
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Location: SAE
Address: 1293 Broadway, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10001 (on the corner of Broadway and 34th St, in the Daffy's building)

Get a first-hand look and demo of the brand-new AmpliTube Fender®! As always, bring in any questions you may have, and talk directly to IK's very own Tony Grund. He will lend his expertise to help you with your sonic needs!

Learn more about AmpliTube Fender®.

Total Production with IK Multimedia
Date: Friday, April 17
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Tekserve (downstairs)
Address: 119 W 23rd Street, New York , NY 10011 (23rd St, between 6th & 7th Aves)

IK's own Tony Grund will show you how to utilize all the tools in IK's impressive library to make the best sounds for today's music. From the immense libraries of Sonik Synth 2, and the authentic and creative effects of AmpliTube Fender®, to the final touches added with T-RackS 3. Learn how to set up multi-instruments, run them through various effects, and finish the whole song off with great mastering tools!

Learn more about IK's Total Studio 2 Bundle.

Total Workstation Sound Design Masterclass
Date: Tuesday, April 28
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: B&H
Address: 420 9th Ave, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10001 (on 9th Ave, between 33rd and 34th Streets)

One of the most important aspects of hit songs these days are the powerful and catchy sounds in them. IK Multimedia's SampleTank provides the tools you need, but where do you get started?

In-demand producer KOVAS (remixes for Justin Timberlake, Usher, Shakira) shows you how he creates the sounds that make him such a hit on the remix, TV, and game scene. Learn how to set up multi-instruments, send patches to different outputs for easy mixing, and get the most out of SampleTanks powerful effects! Join KOVAS as he takes you through all this and more, to give you the knowledge you need to make hits!

Learn more about Total Workstation 2 Bundle.
Check out KOVAS' music.

IK Multimedia: Preset Sharing Service

Griffin Avid — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 17:26:30 GMT

New AmpliTube® Preset XChange: Online Preset Sharing Service Launched Users may now post, search, download and share their favorite AmpliTube® presets online

The AmpliTube online community where users and Artists can collaborate and share their created ³Powered by AmpliTube² tone presets.

AmpliTube Preset XChange is a free service available to every registered user of any ³Powered by AmpliTube² product, including AmpliTube 2 (including Live and DUO), the newly released AmpliTube Fender®, AmpliTube Jimi Hendrix, Ampeg® SVX and AmpliTube Metal. The ³Powered by AmpliTube range of products is one of the largest and best sounding guitar & bass software tone products on the market, and the only products containing the legendary tone machines from Fender® and Ampeg®.

The AmpliTube Preset XChange service automatically appears in the User Area of all "Powered by AmpliTube" product owners, so they can begin sharing their presets immediately. This free-for-registered-users¹ service can be accessed from the IK online User Area on:

www.ikmultimedia.com/userarea

Service Features:

The AmpliTube Preset XChange area supports presets made using AmpliTube X-GEAR, the expandable software rig shell-host that allows users to mix and match any component from any ³Powered by AmpliTube² product. X-GEAR is a free download included with any AmpliTube product purchase. For more information on X-GEAR, please visit the IK web site <http://www.ikmultimedia.com/x-gear/> .

In the AmpliTube Preset XChange area, users may search for tone presets by general information and style, instruments, artists or song-specific inspiration. You may categorize your presets by assigning 11 different parameters, including: Author, Name, Description, Style, Sound Character, Instrument Type, Body Style, Pickup Position, Artist, Band, Song, and Song Position. Plus, you may include your own Keywords to ensure that users will find presets that match exactly what they are searching. The AmpliTube Preset XChange ³Advanced Search² function allows you to search over 22 descriptive parameters, narrowing your searches down to the finest precision of sonic detail. There¹s also an easy-to-use peer rating system (1-5 stars) for quickly marking presets to help you keep an online archive of your favorites.

In addition to the text description, users may access a handy visual reference for each preset. This reference contains representations of all of the components used to create the preset; including the signal chain, stomp boxes, preamp/power amp section, cabinet and mic section, and the rack effects module.

Plus, in addition to user-to-user preset sharing, users also have the ability to download all of the original style-based factory groups of presets for all of the ³Powered by AmpliTube² products.

The AmpliTube Preset XChange provides one of the most advanced software tone-sharing environments in the industry, allowing hundreds of thousands of AmpliTube users and artists to post, search, download and share their favorite presets online.

Artists¹ presets are already available for download, created by some of today¹s hottest guitarists and producers. You¹ll find presets created by artists such as: Jamie Moses (Queen, Lionel Ritchie, Paul Young and Mike and the Mechanics), Dave Weiner (Steve Vai and "Riff of the Week" TV), Kevin Key (Mark Willis and Buddy Jewell), Kareem Denis a.k.a. Big K.O. (music producer/video game scorer: Hip Hop All Star) and Troy Gallagher, member of The Killdares.

Post 10 of Your Presets and Win!

Between now and April 30, 2009, users who post 10 presets in the AmpliTube Preset XChange will automatically be entered to win one of three IK XChange prizes, valued at over $2,500! The prizes include:

1. StompIO XChange package (1 StompIO, 1 StompIO Bag, 2 extra expression pedals, 2 double switches, 1 GPU case and 1 T-Shirt) for over $1,600 value!

2. StealthPedal XChange package (1 StealthPedal, 1 StompIO Bag, 1 extra expression pedal, 1 double switch, 1 GPU Case and 1 T-Shirt) for over $670 value!

3. StealthPlug XChange package (2 StealthPlugs and 2 T-Shirts) for over $285 value!

Start sharing today!

Contest Rules: Users must upload a minimum of 10 AmpliTube software presets to the IK User Area AmpliTube Preset Xchange by April 30th, 2009 to be eligible to win. *No purchase necessary to win, users may download any demo versions of AmpliTube software products to create and send to IK, via email, a minimum of 10 presets in a zip file with their personal contact information to: contest@ikmultimedia.com, by April 30th, 2009 to be eligible to win.

To access the AmpliTube Preset XChange and start downloading or posting your presets, access your IK User Area here:

www.ikmultimedia.com/userarea

T-RackS 3 Single Effects Processor plug-in series

Griffin Avid — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 17:24:10 GMT

“T-RackS® 3 Singles” Effects Processor Plug-in Series Announced
T-RackS 3 award-winning modules now available as single plug-in effects processor modules

The T-RackS 3 Single Effects Processor plug-in series include:

1. Classic EQ
2. Classic Compressor
3. Classic Limiter
4. Classic Clipper
5. Linear Phase EQ
6. Brickwall Limiter
7. Vintage Compressor 670
8. Vintage Tube Program EQ EQP1-A
9. Opto Compressor
10. Metering Suite (Peak, Perceived Loudness, Phase, RMS meters, Spectrum analyzer)

In addition to being used as a plug-in on individual tracks, all T-RackS 3 singles can be integrated into the T-RackS 3 Standard Mastering & Mixing Suite as a user’s needs expand. For example, a user who owns the T-RackS 3 Standard Suite can now purchase the Vintage Compressor 670 module, use it on individual tracks, plus integrate it into the 12 slots in the series/parallel chain for sophisticated routing and parameter recall.

Plus, current owners of T-RackS 3 Deluxe or Standard suites will be given the individual modules (included in the package they purchased) as a FREE download in their IK user area.

The individual effects processor plug-ins will also be included in every new purchase of T-RackS 3 Deluxe or Standard. Now all T-RackS 3 customers will have not only the superior mastering & mixing suite, but an additional arsenal of up to 10 dedicated mixing plug-ins for their individual tracks.

Pricing and Availability:

Each of the new T-RackS 3 Single Effects Processor plug-ins will be available for purchase from the IK online store, in downloadable format, at an introductory price of only €74.99 / $99.99 each (prices listed exclude taxes); an extremely good value for the superior sound quality that each of these components will give to your mixes! Each of the T-RackS 3 Single Effects Processor modules will be available as VST, AU and RTAS plug-ins, for use in any compatible DAW on both MAC and PC, and the entire series is expected to be available within April 2009.

For more information about the T-RackS 3 Single Effects Processor plug-ins, please visit:

www.t-racks.com/singles

If you are a T-RackS 3 Standard or Deluxe user, you will be able to download your new free single plug-ins from your IK User Area here:

www.ikmultimedia.com/userarea

For a hands-on learning experience taught by the pros on how to mix and master with
T-RackS 3, attend one of our free “T-RackS 3 Master Class” clinics in your area:

www.ikmultimedia.com/masterclasses

New York interest: Sonar 8.3 V-Studio Clinic

Griffin Avid — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 17:21:56 GMT

We cordially invite you to experience SONAR 8.3 and SONAR V-Studio 700 first hand

Join us for a FREE clinic at Guitar Center and find out why SONAR 8 is the leading DAW for the PC. Cakewalk Product Specialist Rich Curtis will be on hand to show off the classic sounds, new features, and improved performance in the new SONAR 8.3 update.

In addition to SONAR 8, we will also be presenting SONAR V-Studio 700. Designed from the ground up to be the complete music production system for SONAR 8 Producer. The V-Studio 700 features a robust control surface which allows you to apply all your ACT mappings, select and adjust effects parameters, control EQ and surround settings, and more right from the control surface, all but eliminating the need for your keyboard and mouse. In addition, the V-Studio 700 system features top quality I/O's and a dedicated Roland Fantom hardware-synth. Guitar Center has inventory in stock and you can take it home today.

Guitar Center
Thursday, April 9, 2009
6 - 8 pm

25 W. 14th Street
Manhattan, NY
212-463-7500
Google Map

Come in anytime to learn more about SONAR and V-Studio 700 from Guitar Center's Sales Professional:

Judd Goldrich

Cakewalk® Announces SONAR V-Studio 100™

xodus phoenix — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:24:10 GMT

Cakewalk® Announces SONAR V-Studio 100™

—Second product in the SONAR V-Studio line of integrated hardware and software from Cakewalk and Roland provides a compact, feature rich music production studio that enables musicians to create, record, produce, and perform music with or without a computer. SONAR V-Studio 100 integrates a USB 2.0 Audio Interface, DAW Controller, Digital Mixer, SD Recorder, and VS Production Pack for Mac & Windows—

Frankfurt, Germany, Musikmesse (Hall 5.1, Walkway B, Stand 56) (1 April, 2009) - Cakewalk, the world's leading developer of powerful and easy to use products for music creation and recording, announces the SONAR V-Studio 100 portable music production studio.

Essential tools for music production in one affordable package

SONAR V-Studio 100 elegantly combines the most essential tools needed by today's modern music producers and performing musicians in a compact and affordable package.

High Speed USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Universal DAW Controller
Personal Digital Mixer
SD WAV Recorder
VS Production Pack suite of virtual instruments and effects (Mac/Win)
SONAR VS digital audio workstation (Win)

Use SONAR V-Studio 100 with or without a computer

Customers can take control of their music productions by using the VS-100 as a 24-bit/96 kHz high speed USB 2.0 audio, MIDI interface and universal DAW controller. SONAR V-Studio 100 also includes the VS Production Pack, a powerful suite of high quality instruments and effects. The VS-100 hardware and VS Production Pack have been designed to enhance productions on both Mac and Windows in conjunction with popular DAW software including SONAR, Cubase, Logic, Ableton Live, and others. For PC customers just getting started with digital recording, SONAR V-Studio 100 includes the SONAR VS digital audio workstation.

When inspiration strikes, the VS-100 is the ideal tool to get ideas down fast, without the need to boot up a computer. In standalone mode, the VS-100 hardware functions as a personal digital mixer and SD Wave recorder. Customers can use the VS-100 to record and mix rehearsals and live gigs and can also use it to play backing tracks (even while recording). Customers can then simply transfer the stereo recordings to their favorite DAW software to use as the basis for new tracks or for further editing and sweetening, to upload to the Internet, and more.

Second product in the next generation SONAR V-Studio line

SONAR V-Studio 100 is the second product in the next generation V-Studio line of Cakewalk branded hardware and software solutions from Cakewalk and Roland. Following the release of the flagship SONAR V-Studio 700, two great music technology leaders have again combined the best in hardware and software engineering to address the varied needs of today's modern music producers and performing musicians.

SONAR V-Studio 100 Hardware Features

High Speed USB 2.0 Interface

SONAR V-Studio 100 is a high quality USB 2.0 audio and MIDI interface utilizing world-class Roland engineering design and component technology.

8 in + mix / 6 out, 24-bit/96 kHz quality
2 mic pre-amps w/phantom Power, hi-z guitar input; MIDI I/O
ASIO, WDM, WASAPI, Core Audio support
Compatible with DAWs such as SONAR, Logic, Live, Cubase, and Digital Performer

Universal DAW Controller

SONAR V-Studio 100 is a universal DAW controller that supports all popular digital recording software for Mac/PC via Mackie control protocol, including Logic, Live, Cubase, and Digital Performer. Additionally, V-Studio 100 provides extended control capabilities over SONAR through the implementation of Cakewalk's Active Controller Technology (ACT).

100 mm motorized, touch-sensitive fader
5 rotary encoders, 11 buttons and transport control
Use with any DAW through Mackie Control protocol
Advanced control of SONAR through Active Controller Technology

Personal Digital Mixer

SONAR V-Studio 100 is an ideal digital mixer for small groups or solo performers who need easy control of few instruments and vocals mics; DJs, MCs, and any electronic musician who needs to mix multiple sound sources. All users can enhance their live sound with the pro-quality on-board effects which offer easy routing and accessibility.

Ideal for mixing small bands, solo musicians, DJs, home studios
8 inputs, 6 outputs plus headphones
4 types of reverb and 6 channels of EQ and Compression

Mobile SD Recorder Live Player

SONAR V-Studio 100 can capture that creative moment whenever inspiration strikes by providing high quality digital recording that can be used without being connected to computer. Record directly to the VS-100's SD-card to capture song ideas, rehearsals, or live performances. Create backing tracks on your DAW of choice and transfer them to the VS-100's SD-card for playback during live performance (even while recording). Likewise, recorded performances can be easily transferred from the VS-100's SD-card for additional editing, tracking, and sweetening.

Record away from your computer
2 channel wave recording and playback
Capture rehearsals and live performances
Play and record along to backing tracks
Built-in metronome
Insert markers during record and playback
Loop a region for practicing parts or jamming
Easily transfer audio to and from any computer via USB

SONAR V-Studio 100 Software Features

VS-100 Production Pack (Win/Mac) suite of effects and instruments includes:

VX-64 Vocal Strip is a seven-stage processor designed specifically for shaping and sculpting incredible sounding vocal tracks. Each of the VX-64's stages have been fine-tuned to be vocal-specific, taking the work out of dialing in an entire chain of vocal processors. The VX-64 features a new Cakewalk technology that employs phase-coherent, multi-band saturation to avoid unwanted distortion; unique filtering to avoid harsh artifacts at extreme high and low frequencies; and an auto-leveling circuit that prevents the tube saturation from sounding too harsh when high gain transients are processed by it. VX-64 also employs a new de-essing algorithm designed with Cakewalk's LP64 linear phase effect filtering technology to remove sibilance without creating any frequency smearing.

Processing stages include:

Input — simulates a tube pre amp
De-esser — removes sibilance without smearing
Compander — vocal compressor with an expander to reduce unwanted background noise
Tube EQ — for adding character ranging from subtle warmth to intense heat to the vocal
Doubler — advanced doubling effect providing the quality of actual re-tracking
Delay — preset delays useful for vocal tracks with tempo sync
Output — provide saturation control with a built in soft-clipping filter
Order of processor stages is user definable with click & drag reordering

Channel Tools — provides easy and powerful control over individual placement of the left and right channels anywhere in the stereo field. Ideal for adjusting L/R channel placement, gain, pan/width, and phase; also provides a widening or narrowing effect to stereo recordings through adjustments to mid-side gain.

Boost 11 Peak Limiter — gives your tracks radio-ready punch through transparent peak limiting and volume maximization without additional coloring of the source material. Boost 11 employs a "look-ahead" limiter and PDR (Program Dependent Release) to provide professional results with a simple interface.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 3 LE — built on the latest award-winning guitar amp modeler from Native Instruments; 3 amps and cabinets, 11 effects, tuner, metronome, and over 50 presets.

Dimension LE — a streamlined version of the acclaimed Dimension Pro instrument from Cakewalk. Dimension LE features over 400 sound programs, ranging from bass, organ, and electric piano samples to cutting-edge synth sounds, rhythmic grooves, and a special edition of Garritan Pocket Orchestra.

Rapture LE — is a special version of the award winning Rapture wavetable synthesizer. It includes over 200 programs and hundreds of oscillator shapes. Rapture LE is perfect for performing the modern synthesized sounds igniting today's pop, dance, and electronic music.

Cakewalk Studio Instruments — a collection of four virtual instruments that provide a fast and easy way to create backing tracks using a photo-realistic, interactive user interface. Instruments include a Drum Kit, Bass Guitar, Electric Piano, and String Section.

SONAR VS digital recording software (PC only) — a special entry level DAW based on the powerful SONAR 8 audio engine but offering a streamlined user interface.

Availability

SONAR V-Studio 100 will ship with the VS-100 hardware (Mac/Win), the VS Production Pack (Mac/Win) and SONAR VS (Win) software available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Italian; Online Help contained in all versions in English, German, French, Spanish, and Italian; printed documentation is in English.

SONAR V-Studio 100 will be available through select music and sound retailers throughout the world beginning in June 2009. For more information on SONAR V-Studio 100 please visit www.sonarvstudio.com . Local prices may vary, please check with your local Roland or Edirol distributor, or SONAR V-Studio 100 retailer for more details.

iZotope Ozone 4 Video: Working with MacroPresets

xodus phoenix — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:54:43 GMT

Featured Artist: Guy Sigsworth
Alanis Morissette, Björk, Madonna, Frou Frou, Kate Havnevik

In our interview, Guy Sigsworth describes himself as simply an "accompanist." Modesty aside, Guy's talents as a writer, producer and player have featured on albums from artists ranging from Seal to Björk, Britney Spears and the Sugababes. Read our conversation with Guy to hear his thoughts on writing, technology and how he's approached some of his most memorable collaborations.

Read the interview

iDrum: Ministry of Sound Trance Anthems now available!

We're pleased to present the latest edition of iDrum for the iPhone/iPod touch! iDrum: Ministry of Sound Trance Anthems includes 20 kits that span the best of the trance genre. Get it now on the App store for just $5.99. Watch videos of Trance Anthems in action here.

Ozone 4 Video: Working with MacroPresets

iZotope Ozone 4 now features over 140 presets and a newly designed preset manager that makes browsing for and organizing presets simple and fast. New MacroPresets allow you to adjust key elements of a preset—without ever having to leave the preset manager. Advanced users can even create their own MacroPresets, linking groups of Ozone's controls to common controls. Watch this new video to see how Ozone 4's preset editor can help give your mixes a full, mastered sound faster than ever before. Watch the Video here.

New iDrum Kits added to iDrum Sound Portal

xodus phoenix — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:53:03 GMT

New iDrum Kits added to iDrum Sound Portal

If you're looking for new sounds for iDrum for the PC and Mac, you can always click the "Get More Sounds" button to go to the iDrum Sound Portal. iDrum Sound Portal kits include only the best samples already set up into iDrum kits complete with patterns. On the Sound Portal, you'll find everything from acoustic drums to the best hip-hop and vintage drum machine sounds from the best sound designers. Here are some highlights:

Sounds Like Drums *Newly Added* - We've just added four amazing-sounding acoustic kits from Sounds Like Drums, including beautiful sounding Soul and Jazz kits that sound like they've come straight off of a classic record. The SLD Birch Kit provides a great foundation for rock and other styles, and the World Percussion Kit includes the exotic sounds of tablas, kanjira, shekere and doumbek. Listen Here!

Sonic Specialists - If you're into hip hop, Sonic Specialists have the iDrum kits for you! Their sounds have been used on major records from artists such as Lil Wayne, R Kelly, Ludacris, Akon and more. Now you can get selections from their excellent library in affordable iDrum kits! Listen Here!

Goldbaby Productions - Many iDrum users have already purchased the XRB expansion for iDrum from Goldbaby. But did you know we recently added Goldbaby's classic 808, 909 and MPC samples to the iDrum Sound Portal? These kits are must have additions for anyone who loves the sound of classic drum machines. Listen Here!

LinPlug RMV updated

xodus phoenix — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:15:10 GMT

RMV Drum Addiction version 5.0.4 available for both Mac and PC

- fixed multi import of samples on pads other than first pad

- fixed effects not being in sync with the host tempo

- fixed Loop Sample import being overdrawn by waveform display

- fixed LM4 import

- fixed error when deleting last path in sample path setup

- now one can browse more than 8000 items of a kind (pads, samples etc)

- sample preview now happens with pad parameters applied (filters etc)

- ECS can now automate "group editing" (right mouse button), this is

useful in example to automate the filter for all slices at once

RMV Tutorial Videos available

We've produced 3 tutorial videos which are available at YouTube,

An overview on RMV's features at

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-ZDMcYqeV8

An instruction on how to import your own loops at

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcGjztKPrGU

and an instruction on how to edit multiple slices at once (building groups e.g. for all kicks in a loop) at

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8ZdIO9erd0

We're looking for your feedback what tutorials you would like to see.

Lambik Loops Add On for RMV available

Some of you may have noticed the Lambik loops in the factory loop library of RMV. LinPlug is proud to release and additional set from Lambik. It covers a wide range of electronic styles and ranges from originally 80 to 160 bpm. Of course the tempo can be adjusted in RMV.

Many of the loops come in multiple versions, in example without kick, the kick only, without percussion or in rhythmic variations.

Counting all versions and variations there are almost 700 loops. This set requires a RMV and 1.5 Gb free space on your hard drive.

It is available exclusively from LinPlug as a download product and contains only previously unpublished loops. More info at

http://www.linplug.com/Sounds/RMV_Loops/rmv_loops.htm

Thats it for this month,

enjoy making music !

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NI Battery 3 goes for $99, which is 50% off!

xodus phoenix — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:22:54 GMT

I almost snagged a Korg R3 today.

Oscar Wilde — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 23:08:56 GMT

Saw one used and almost went for it. I'm a little tired of my current beeper MS2K.

Looking for something new.

I usually don't like the toyish side of synths, but I like the look of the new MicroXL.

Might add it. Anyone here had a spin with it yet?