Software And Plug-ins

Blue Cat Audio - Widening Parameter EQ

Posted on February 21st, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Software And Plug-ins.

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Blue Cat’s new Widening Parameter EQ is a 7 band parametric Mid-Side equalizer based on Blue Cat’s Parametr’EQ algorithms, enabling you to widen or narrow the frequencies of your choice.

This special ‘widening’ version offers two independent equalizers for the mid and side channels with instant frequency response display.

Further to a standard mid/side equalizer, the Widening Parameter EQ lets you choose the position of the virtual center for the Mid/Side matrix: you can control where you want the equalization to take place in the stereo field.

So advanced multi-band stereo widening or narrowing is possible.

Features:

- Undo/Redo.
- Load/Save presets in a host-independent format: you can now share presets between the directX and VST versions.
- New toolbar to access main functionalities.
- Blue Cat’s Skinning Language 1.3.4 support.

System Requirements:

Microsoft Windows XP or Vista.
- Any DirectX or VST compatible host software

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Eiosis E2 De-Esser

Posted on February 21st, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Software And Plug-ins.

The E2 Deesser is now available in all native formats for both Windows and Mac OSX.

The new version now includes VST support as well as Syncrosoft for both Windows and Mac OSX.

A Syncrosoft demo version is available on the Eiosis website, and now you can download the E2 Deesser demo for both Syncrosoft and iLok.

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Plug-In: Vocal Intensifier

Posted on February 21st, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Software And Plug-ins.

The Vocal Intensifier VST plugin was designed to offer powerful clarity for your vocal recordings.
You can download it here:

Key features:

* uses parallel compression technique, tuned for vocals
* advanced algorithm boosts vocals without loss of detail
* encapsulates 64 bit EQ, compression, de-essing & limiting
* full MIDI control, with easy to use MIDI Learn
* efficient user interface saves valuable studio time
* inherently phase-coherent design

Requirements:
- Celeron 1GHz or better processor
- at least 256MB of memory
- minimum display resolution 1024×768 with 16k colors
- Works with any host program supporting VST
- Supports VST2.4; automation

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Audio Damage releases Richochet - multi-tap delay

Posted on February 21st, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Software And Plug-ins.

Audio Damage has released ‘Ricochet‘ - a multi-tap delay, with the signature Audio Damage sound. Featuring a 16-step grid for programming tap time, Ricochet is right at home in modern electronic music production, designed specifically for that context, and is much quicker to program than the run-of-the-mill multi-tap.

NOTE: The OS X versions of this product require 10.4.1 or later.

» Five independently controllable taps with individual multi-mode filter, panning, level, sync, mute, solo, and time.

» Unique dual-filter model for overall tone control.

» Two feedback modes (master and tap).

» A specially designed chorus that affects only the taps, for feedback smearing effects.

» Tempo-sync or free time operation per tap and overall.

» Full MIDI learn for CC control of every parameter (VST only)

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Loopmasters House Generation - Marshall Jefferson

Posted on February 15th, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Software And Plug-ins.

“Every single sound on this DVD is a hit component!”

That’s what ‘Godfather of House’ DJ and Producer Marshall Jefferson reckons about this new DVD sample collection - Loopmasters House Generation – the latest collection of party-rocking samples in the acclaimed Artist Series.

Loopmasters have raided the sample banks of the planet’s most inspiring producers to bring you the absolute best in genre-defining sounds. With this third installment of the Artist Series Loopmasters continue to give you the freedom to delve into a massive 1.2GB of samples, including everything you need to make your own totally authentic release-quality tracks.

About House Generation:

For the making of House Generation, Marshall recruited the services of luminaries such as Byron Stingily and Paris Brightledge to record a great selection of classic House vocals, Chris ‘Bam Bam’ Westbrook recorded the guitars, Louie Louie played percussion, Ed Funk was on Drums, whilst Sherman Burks and Rob Crawford recorded the keyboard loops.

Orbert Davis from the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic was put in charge of capturing an awesome selection of live House Strings and Brass Sections for the project, which we are sure you are going to love.

Tech Specs:

Over 1,100 Wav files
450 Rex2 Samples
63 Patches for Reason NNXT, Halion, Kontakt, EXS24, and Cakewalk.
Ableton Live Sampler Patches,
Apple Loops, and a Full Reason Refill

Marshall Jefferson says

When I first thought about doing a loops CD with Loopmasters I wanted one that had no throwaway loops – and I honestly think every single loop on this CD is a hit component.

Secondly, I wanted the ‘specialists’ – people I’ve known over the years that are extremely talented and I knew would come up with authentic House music.

It was also an honour and a privilege getting my old friend Byron Stingily to sing on this collection. If Byron isn’t the greatest House singer ever, then he’s definitely in the top two! And Paris Brightledge of ‘It’s Alright’ fame is my all-time favorite song stylist, he’s House music’s Marvin Gaye.

Available now on DVD for £34.95 plus shipping, or download for £29.95

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Steinberg announce Cubase Essential 4

Posted on January 29th, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Software And Plug-ins.

Steinberg Media Technologies has announced a new Personal Music Production System: Cubase Essential 4.

Suited to musicians, home studios and anyone on a tight budget, Cubase Essential 4 is a streamlined version of Steinberg’s Cubase 4.

Including a powerful yet compact set of audio recording and mixing tools, comprehensive MIDI features and a full set of VST3 plug-ins, Cubase Essential 4 is shipping now to resellers worldwide.

Compatible with both the latest Mac and Windows operating systems, Cubase Essential 4 costs €149.00* and replaces Cubase SE3 as Steinberg’s entry-level version of Cubase.

“This new Cubase version sets new standards in advanced functionality available at this low price point,” comments Arnd Kaiser, Steinberg’s Senior Product Planning Manager for Music Technology. “It’s the ideal Cubase for anyone who requires a great music production system packed with the latest technology that’s still intuitive to use and easy to navigate. And with the option to upgrade to more extensive versions within the world-famous Cubase line, Cubase Essential 4 is an excellent introduction to the world’s most popular music production software range,” Kaiser continues.

Cubase Essential 4 features include:
· Comprehensive composing, recording and mixing tools including 64 audio tracks, unlimited MIDI tracks, 44 included VST3 and MIDI plug-ins, 16 VST instrument slots, full latency compensation and much more
· Integrated HALionOne sampling instrument with over 100 playable instruments including waves from the Yamaha Motif synthesizer
· Built-in Amp Simulator for instant guitar recording with 14 amps and 10 speaker simulations with a new, easy-to-use interface
· AudioWarp real-time time stretching and pitch shifting with formant correction for natural-sounding transposition and full tempo matching
· Arranger Track with pattern-based arranging tools stores up to 16 different arrangements for on-the-fly reordering of song sections, experimenting with arrangements or live performances
· MediaBay sound management technology for intuitive management of all audio, MIDI and video files, track and instrument presets with in-context auditioning
· Instrument Tracks offer fast and efficient handling of VST instruments and add VST instruments to a project in a one-step operation
· Track Presets are best combined with the MediaBay for instant saving and recall of audio, MIDI and instrument track parameters, including drag and drop into the project or onto an existing track
· Drag & Drop for Insert FX for fast swapping of inserts and copying/moving plug-ins between tracks in the Cubase Essential 4 mixer
· Cross-platform: Windows XP and Vista, Mac OS 10.4 and 10.5, Universal Binary
· Many more new features for customers upgrading from Cubase SE3 including Track Freeze, VST Plug-in Bridge, a redesigned Sample Editor, Advanced QuickTime 7 Support and much more.

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Snapper By Audioease: Audio Editor

Posted on January 28th, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Software And Plug-ins, Studio Shenanigans.

If anyone out there remembers talk of an audio Mac program called Soundabout, and looked forward to its release, then your wait is now over.

The re-named ‘Snapper’ by Audioease (available for a 100 day demo) is a powerful audio tool that was always within easy reach in the Mac Finder, for previewing, converting and editing audio files.

Features:

* Preview with space bar, just like Apple’s QuickLook, but with more control
* Immediately see a Snapper interface with waveform preview when you click a file in Finder
* Drag-and-drop conversions to other file formats or your Pro Tools session (50 file formats, including surround and

album covers)
* Integrated with Finder, iTunes, and Pro Tools
* Requires 10.4 Tiger or later (no need for Leopard); Pro Tools 6 for PT integration

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Roland increase its sharehold in Cakewalk

Posted on January 25th, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Business News, Software And Plug-ins.

Cakewalk and Roland are holding hands tighter than ever before, since the announcement that all future products for musicians and audio producers will be branded as ‘Cakewalk by Roland’,

It’s nice to see the kids getting on so well! Roland now own a major share of the software company.

Roland Corporation President, Hidekazu Tanaka said:

“Through this mutually beneficial partnership, both corporations have enjoyed a marked increase in sales and market share. As a logical evolution of our relationship, we have decided to increase our investment in Cakewalk by becoming its major shareholder.”

“This is an exciting milestone in the relationship between Cakewalk and Roland. Cakewalk products complement a wide range of our products and we see a great future with the plans we have set for our alliance.”

“Roland and Cakewalk will continue to expand our joint-product line. Together, our companies bring decades of experience in a wide range of music and audio technologies to the table. That breadth of knowledge will enable us to design innovative products, which blend hardware and software in a unique and harmonious way that is uniquely Roland. New joint products will expand our business reach, increase markets of music production and illuminate new opportunities defined by our revolutionary new designs.”

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Namm ‘08: Overloud Mark Studio 1

Posted on January 22nd, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Software And Plug-ins.

How loud is ‘over loud’? Well I’ll tell you.

Overloud announced its bass amp simulater plugin at NAMM ‘08. Mark Studio 1 features the Overloud take on some of the most revered amps and cabinets from Mark Bass range of products. Mark Studio 1 features:

* Three top-class Mark Bass amp models: TA501, R500 and Classic 300
* The 4th generation engine is the same one featured in Overloud’s own TH1 Guitar Amplifier Simulator
* Faithfully reproduce every characteristic and reveal every nuance of Mark Bass amps and cabinets
* Choice of 6 cabinets and 6 microphones
* More than one microphone is available at the same time: main/woofer, tweeter, rear and the eventual bass-reflex port
* Every mic/cabinet combination was recorded in a high-end studio with top sound engineers
* Ultra Bass functionality for that extra-deep sound at your finger tips
* Ultra flexible signal path makes it possible to freely balance the amount of Direct (the plugin input),Line Out (the amp direct out) and Mics outputs
* Factory Presets designed by top engineers and Mark Bass artists

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All the news from NAMM Winter 08

Posted on January 21st, 2008 by admin.
Categories: Analogue Anarchy, Computers & Hardware, Digital Demons, New Technology, Software And Plug-ins, Studio Shenanigans, Take A Walk On The Live Side, What's In With Outboard?.

I think it was Thursday or Friday I got an email from Stiff over at ProToolerBlog, telling me it was ok to borrow his news from the NAMM Winter 08 Show, as long as I credited him with it, which seemed more than fair enough. In fact, it was really good of the fella.

Since then, I don’t think I’ve seen him NOT be online more than a couple of times, he’s been working almost 24/7 to bring his readers the latest news.

So I think it’s only fair that I just link over to some of his headlines and let the NAMM Vet himself tell you about the latest industry news.

Cheers Stiff!

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Universal Audio partners with SPL, Empirical Labs and Valley People

UA reveals LA-610 Signature Edition – prestige tube recording channel

EastWest introduces Forbidden Planet

M-Audio introduces ProFire 2626

New Studiophile monitors from M-Audio

Spectrasonics previews flagship V.I. “Omnisphere” at NAMM 08

Complete Pro Tools “studios”

Digidesign D-Show 2.7 software upgrade

URS Classic Console Strip Pro v1.1 for Mac OSX PPC/ Intel