News - Synth - March 2008

Idarca-audio launches the Acxel II Synthesizer
The Acxel II is based on the original Acxel legacy from the early 90's, and utilizes a revolutionary dynamic architecture parallel processor — patented by Idarca — the RPP. (2008-03-26)

AXL Announces AA-KB-120 Keyboard Amp
The AXL AA-KB-120 Keyboard Amp has excellent input options, a hi-frequency tweeter and a vintage maroon tolex cabinet that gives the impression it comes from another decade. (2008-03-14)

M-Audio Announces ProKeys Sono 61 and ProKeys Sono 88 Digital Pianos
Designed to help keyboard players and songwriters to bridge the gap between writing, recording and performing, each ProKeys Sono portable digital piano delivers premium on-board sounds, exceptional semi-weighted action and a built-in audio interface. (2008-03-13)

Celemony announces Version 2 of Melodyne Plugin
Version 2 of the Melodyne plugin makes it possible for the first time to detect and edit individual notes within polyphonic audio material. (2008-03-12)

E-MU Announces Emulator X3 Streaming Sampling Synthesizer
Emulator X3 features E-MU's Xstream™ streaming sound engine with up to 192kHz sampling and playback, an arsenal of automated sampling/beat analysis/editing tools and almost unlimited sound manipulation that builds on E-MU's 35 years of synthesis experience. (2008-03-11)

Roland Releases Downloadable SH-201 Patch Collections
The SH-201 patch downloads, entitled Bass Collection and Pads & Atmospheres, recreate some of the best-loved synthesizer sounds from the past 25 years. (2008-03-03)

Vienna Symphonic Library Announces Seven Extended Libraries
The Vienna Symphonic Library announces the release of seven Extended Libraries complementing its already existing Vienna Special Edition download products. (2008-03-03)