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News - Software - May 2008


Beta Monkey Releases Rocking Nashville Drum Loop and Sample Library
Pure Country I: Rocking Nashville is a complete country songwriting package, featuring over 500 acoustic drum loops in nine (9) different Groove Folders. (2008-05-30)
PreSonus FireStudio Tube Recording System Now Shipping
The FireStudio Tube is a complete 24-bit/96k professional FireWire recording system for bands, producers, musicians and engineers. (2008-05-30)
Galbanum Announces The Synth Expansion Line And Releases Piscis Rapture Expansion
Galbanum's Synth Expansion Line products are downloadable collections of professionally designed presets and resources for industry-leading virtual synths. (2008-05-30)
Ueberschall Announces Balkan Lines Sample Library
Balkan grooves are in high-demand across the pro audio terrain and can be heard in countless blockbuster scores. (2008-05-30)
Audio Ease Releases The "All In" Bundle For Mac
Audio Ease bundles all its plug-ins and adds Snapper, at massive savings. (2008-05-29)
Tellini Releases Tablatures Version 1.7
Tablatures is the first and only Mac OS X editor for PowerTab tablatures. (2008-05-28)
ASK Video Unveils Logic Pro 8 Tutorial DVD Series
Logic Pro 8 Level one contains over 3 and a half hours of high quality video, divided into 30 chapters in an easy-to-follow user interface. (2008-05-28)
American DJ Introduces The Flash Shot DMX
The Flash Shot DMX is a compact intelligent strobe light that harnesses the power of LED technology and lets the user call all the shots. (2008-05-28)
FabFilter Releases FabFilter Volcano 2 Plug-in
Volcano 2 now contains four full-featured filters which can be routed in almost any possible way, including per-channel and mid/side modes. (2008-05-28)
Puremagnetik Releases Clavinet and Amplifier Effect Micropaks
AmpPak for Ableton Live is a collection of 17 amplifier and speaker effects. (2008-05-28)
Digidesign Presents Second Live Sound Webinar Premier on May 28th
In his 30-minute presentation, "VENUE and Pro Tools|HD or Pro Tools LE,"Scovill will cover how to determine which Pro Tools® recording system to use for various live sound applications. (2008-05-27)
TC Electronic Desktop Konnekt 6 Audio Interface Now Shipping
Desktop Konnekt 6 is an easy-to-use desktop audio interface with dedicated monitor control features including a tracking reverb, an ergonomic volume knob and a 3-mode high resolution meter (2008-05-27)
Virsyn Releases BARK Multiband Filter
The multiband filter BARK takes the approach to match the reception characteristic of the final destination of all sound: the ear. (2008-05-27)
Quikquak Announces Crowd Chamber Simulator
Crowd Chamber is an audio plug-in that layers multiple variations of a signal to create a crowd simulation. (2008-05-27)
Goldbaby Productions Presents Tape Drum Machines Vol 1 for Guru and Wav & Rex pack
With Tape Drum Machines Vol 1 many hours recording classic and new drum machines onto tape has finally found the light of day. (2008-05-27)
HEAVYOCITY Announces EVOLVE Virtual Instrument
EVOLVE supercharges creativity and streamlines productivity for modern composers and sound designers. (2008-05-27)
Sonart Audio Presents TRUMPET Virtual Instruments Collection
The Sonart Audio TRUMPET Collection contains over 5,150 24-bit samples & 144 Patches. (2008-05-27)
KEYFAX NewMedia Releases Colombian Beats Collection
Colombian Beats comprises Atlantic & Pacific coastal rhythms including Puya and the Mapale that are used in traditional Colombian carnival, and modern beats. (2008-05-27)
TC Electronic PowerCore X8 Sonnox Edition Now Shipping
The PowerCore X8 Sonnox Edition, is PowerCore X8 bundled with the highly acclaimed Sonnox Oxford EQ and Sonnox Oxford Dynamics plug-ins. (2008-05-27)
AudioWarrior Releases Studio Rhodes Plugin
For musicians looking for an authentic sounding easy-to-use virtual Rhodes piano. (2008-05-27)
HowAudio.com's New Mixcraft 4 Tutorial Now Available Online
Acoustica's inexpensive and easy-to-use sequencer, Mixcraft, continues to receive raves and praise from audio experts and editors alike. (2008-05-22)
Cluster Sound Releases Tube Sequenz XPander Pack 04
Tube Sequenz is an instrument loops library treated with tube machines. (2008-05-22)
HowAudio.com's Relaunched Website Offers Large Selection Of Audio How-To Video-Based Tutorials
learn from working pros on topics ranging from hardware to software to business DIY to instrument maintenance and more available by membership for under $20/month. (2008-05-22)
Softube Ships Acoustic Feedback Deluxe For TDM
Acoustic Feedback is the first ever realistic simulation of guitar feedback. (2008-05-22)
Toontrack Updates All Six EZX Expansion Packs
Toontrack releases updates for all existing EZdrummer EZX Expansion Packs with more MIDI files and the addition of copy protection on the DFH, Vintage Rock and Latin Percussion EZXs. (2008-05-22)
Extralabs Releases Skype Recorder Version 2.0
Skype Recorder is a surprisingly easy-to-use tool for recording Skype audio conversations (2008-05-21)
Alfred Releases The Year's Hottest Hits Of Pop, Rock, And Country
2008 Greatest Pop & Rock Hits and 2008 Greatest Country Hits are filled with hottest hits from the coolest artists of the year. (2008-05-20)
Waves Teams With Ableton To Offer Waves Gold Native And Ableton Live 7 Bundle
Two audio software leaders partner to offer two acclaimed collections in one cost-effective package. (2008-05-20)
Wusik Dot Com announces Wusik VM VST Manager/Organizer is now FREE and Open-Source
Wusik VM lets you extract presets to FXP files, so you can organize those files in any way you want, or download categorized FXP files (2008-05-20)
Propellerhead Software Introduces Reason Electric Bass ReFill
Reason Electric Bass captures the soul of the bass guitar, delivering amazingly realistic electric bass sounds for music producers of all contemporary music genres. (2008-05-20)
Nady Introduces Miniature Condenser Headset Mic
The small size and optimal lightweight design of the HM-20U microphone make it ideal for singing and speaking applications even in noisy environments. (2008-05-19)
ModernBeats Releases "Live Rhythmz" Drum Loops
This loop library showcases live drum styles ranging from urban hip-hop, to pop, to jazz fusion, to live funk, to raw rock rhythms. (2008-05-19)
BandmateLoops.com And Equinox Sounds Release Two New Loop Collections
The Future Chill Loop Collection features equal parts of melodic, atmospheric and drum electronica in a distinctly mellow-chilled style. (2008-05-19)
HighC Version 2.2 Graphical Music Creation Software Released
HighC uses a vector-based representation: sounds remain individual objects that can be edited, transformed and composed with each other at will. (2008-05-19)
Sonic Studio Ships soundBlade One Twenty Two
soundBlade combines ease of use and exceptional value with features that simplify everyday jobs. (2008-05-19)
Sonart Audio Presents "ELECTRO" Electro Loops, Samples & Instruments Collection
This collection is indispensable for all Electro & Electro House producers around the world! (2008-05-16)
ASK Video Releases Garageband '08 DVD Tutorial
GarageBand expert Tony Wallace reveals how to get the most out of GarageBand '08 in a step by step, easy to follow style. (2008-05-16)
Sonic Studio Releases Version 3.0 of PreMaster CD
The PreMaster CD 3.0 release provides native support for both Intel and PowerPC hosts. (2008-05-15)
Bias Launches PEAK PRO XT 6 Software
Peak Pro XT 6 includes all the new features in Peak Pro 6 plus the entire suite of audio mastering, processing and restoration plug-ins from BIAS. (2008-05-15)
Native Instruments Releases KONTAKT RETRO MACHINES Library
KONTAKT RETRO MACHINES offers an essential collection of charismatic vintage instruments that were formative for many electronic music genres of the past decades. (2008-05-15)
Ableton Releases Live 7 LE
Live 7 LE is built on the same fundamental concepts as Ableton Live, the music production and performance solution that has won numerous awards for its innovative workflow and refreshing simplicity. (2008-05-14)
Big Fish Audio New Releases Kontrol Freaks 2: Quality Kontrol Collection
Once again Soul-G and the Kontrol Freaks have raised the bar on what a breakbeat should be. (2008-05-14)
Furman Displays Products At InfoComm 2008
The new Merit-x Series provides convenient, heavy-duty, rack-mountable power-conditioning solutions at a low cost. (2008-05-14)
Toontrack Music Releases EZplayer Pro Plug-in
EZplayer pro is a VST, AU and RTAS plug in for Mac and PC with extended Map Wrapping capabilities between major drum sampler formats in the market. (2008-05-14)
AudioWarrior Presents Studio SilverTone Electric Guitar Plugin
Using any MIDI keyboard play Wah-Wah leads, Surf-Guitar, Spy-Guitar, DIVE BOMBS or use the Auto-Strum feature with the included and dedicated iStrum MIDI Patterns. (2008-05-14)
MTW Studios Announces Launch Of iPerform3D™ Interactive 3D Guitar Lessons
The iPerform3D™ lessons are produced using over 35 motion capture cameras, resulting in a display that allows you an unobstructed view of the instructor's hands, guitar fretboard, and strings—from every conceivable angle. (2008-05-14)
Loopmasters Releases Garage And Bassline Essentials Collection
This brand new collection of Beats, Basslines and Sound FX is a must for anyone producing music destined for the Urban Dancefloor. (2008-05-14)
Sonart Audio Presents "DIAMOND HOUSE" House Loops, Samples & Instruments Collection
This collection is indispensable for all house producers around the world. (2008-05-13)
Camel Audio Announces New Soundbanks For Absynth And Massive
Absynth and Massive have been updated to KORE 2 format including full attributes, to make searching for the sounds even easier. (2008-05-13)
Big Fish Audio Releases Found Percussion Library
Big Fish has created what just might be the world's most unique percussion library. (2008-05-13)
Alfred Introduces Colorful Selections From Radiohead: In Rainbows
This album-matching folio to Radiohead's hit album "In Rainbows" includes the six exclusive bonus songs. (2008-05-12)
TC Electronic Now Shipping Tube-Tech CL 1B Plug-in for Pro Tools|HD
The CL 1B plug-in offers features innovative attack/release controls, with three different settings, enabling the CL 1B to be used as an insert or bus compressor. (2008-05-12)
MoReVoX Announces Release Of ELEKTROMORPH 2 Drum Sample Library
MoReVoX ELEKTROMORPH 2 has been recorded with unique top quality signal paths to create individual sound coloring, then hyper-edited in both analog and digital domains. (2008-05-12)
IK Multimedia Now Shipping AmpliTube Metal Software
AmpliTube Metal is the first guitar amp and FX modeling software dedicated entirely to heavy metal gear. (2008-05-12)
Blue Cat Audio Releases Oscilloscope Multi 1.0 and A New Bundle
This new VST and directX compatible plugin for Windows is able to display, measure and compare waveforms from multiple tracks on a single screen. (2008-05-12)
Nomad Factory And BBE Sound Releases The D82 Sonic Maximizer Plug-In
The D82 Sonic Maximizer Plug-In is a new software version of BBE's award-winning Sonic Maximizer that features revised code to support more platforms including Mac OS X, PC, VST, AU and RTAS. (2008-05-12)
Dunlop Releases Kerry King Signature Strings
Now armed with the Kerry King Icon Series set, KFK's sound stays crunchy, clear, and defined—even at Slayer's high-speed tempos. (2008-05-12)
MusicXPC Shipping The Professional M6 And M6x Notebook Computers
The M6 and M6x represent a quantum leap in features with industry leading 2GB and 4GB of RAM standard. (2008-05-12)
MJS Music & Entertainment Presents Guitar: Total Scales DVD/Book Combo Set
This Combo box set will save you over 20% compared to purchasing the DVD and the book/CD versions separately. (2008-05-12)
Vienna Symphonic Library Presents Vienna Ensemble 3
Vienna Ensemble 3 is the first MIDI and audio LAN solution that enables users to set up a cross-platform network of Macs and PCs using a simple Ethernet cable, (2008-05-12)
TC Electronic PowerCore X8 Sonnox Edition Now Shipping
PowerCore X8 features eight DSP engines, which offers twice the processing power of PowerCore FireWire, and allows even more plug-ins. (2008-05-12)
Ueberschall Announces The Availability Of Score Fx System
Features a progressive structure and layout made for building tracks from supplied "themes" and construction kits offering ease of injection into projects. (2008-05-12)
Pro-Sounds Releases Sanford Sounds for V-Station
Sanford Sounds is a full bank of 128 presets in FXB, FXP, and MIDI format designed by Leslie Sanford of Sanford Sound. (2008-05-12)
IK Multimedia Presents StompIO's World Tour — "Stomp onto a Revolution!"
Learn from professional artists and IK clinicians how StompIO integrates hardware and software to work on stage like a traditional multi-FX pedal with stunning realism and tone. (2008-05-12)
macProVideo.com Releases Mixing R&B Tutorials
Drawing upon his long experience in the studio, David Isaac shows some serious tips and tricks about how R&B is mixed. (2008-05-08)
Audiowarrior Halion 3 Studio Electric Rhodes MkII Stage Piano Library
The Halion 3 Studio Electric Rhodes MkII Stage Piano Library captures the authentic Rhodes sound as it was invented in the '40s. (2008-05-08)
Cluster Sound Announces The Vocal Defrag XPander Pack
This library is based on a female voice recording and consists of 440 WAV & REX loops and 440 Live Drum Rack clips & devices. (2008-05-08)
Zero-G Releases 5 New SoundSense Series Titles
Street Beatz full of earth shaking beats, dope grooves, cool vibes and full phat construction kits at a bargain price. (2008-05-08)
Cortex Reveals New Professional Audio Mixer
The MIX-R1U is a compact, rack mountable, lightweight and mobile professional audio mixer. (2008-05-07)
EZplayer Pro From Toontrack Available For Review
EZplayer Pro is a multi track MIDI organizer, arranger and format conversion tool that allows you to gather all your MIDI clips in one browser. (2008-05-07)
Digidesign Previews Upcoming Transfuser Virtual Instrument
Transfuser is a real-time loop, phrase, and groove creation virtual instrument designed for quickly and easily creating, manipulating, and performing loop- and rhythm-based music on the fly within Pro Tools. (2008-05-06)
Alfred Presents Broadway Heroes & Villains and Vamps & Sirens
Now the songs of Broadway's most vivid characters can be brought to life with Heroes & Villains and Vamps & Sirens cllections. (2008-05-06)
Avlex Introduces Superlux D108A Dynamic Vocal Microphone
The new Superlux D108A Dynamic Vocal Microphone features a super cardioid capsule residing in an all-metal, shock resistant housing with a foam mesh grille. (2008-05-06)
Ableton Releases Orchestral Instruments Sample Collection
Strings, Brass, Woodwinds and Percussion have been painstakingly recorded in a number of velocities and articulations, employing the expertise of world-class musicians, engineers and producers. (2008-05-06)
EASTWEST Presents Zero-G's Urban Ammunition
Urban Ammunition features jaw-dropping beats, keys, basses, guitars, synths, strings, licks, fills, percussion, scratches , guaranteed to create a bullet-proof track. (2008-05-06)
Carvin Introduces Lsx Series Loudspeakers
Consisting of 17 models, 10 non-powered and 7 powered, the new LSx Series delivers the features performers and sound reinforcement professionals demand. (2008-05-05)
EASTWEST Announces PLAY Products For MAC and PC now RTAS® Compatible
Current PLAY-powered collections can be upgraded to include RTAS support through a free update posted on the company's website. (2008-05-05)
AudioWarrior Releases 12 String + Auto Strum for HALion3
The 12 String Acoustic Strummerfor HALion3 is a special featured virtual rhythm guitar that will Auto-Strum in any key and any tempo. (2008-05-05)
Grooveboxmusic.com Releases Logic EXS24 Power Pak
Presented by Apple Logic guru Eli Krantzberg, this series will turn you into an "Extreme" power user of Logic's awesome ESX24 Sampler. (2008-05-02)
Bela D Media Presents DSynth Vol. 1 "Shadow of Luminosity"
DSynth is a power tool combined with a collection of unique and awe-inspiring synthetic sounds and instruments. (2008-05-02)
AudioWarrior Presents Studio Electric Lead Guitar for HALion3
With the Studio Electric Lead keyboard players can now effortlessly recreate sounds similar to Jimi Hendrix's Star Spangled Banner. (2008-05-02)
Minnetonka Audio Software Europe (MASE) To Debut Dolby E At AES
SurCode for Dolby E Decoder, for Pro Tools (Mac/PC) and Minnetonka AudioTools AWE (Mac), offers the unique ability to decode Dolby E files back to discrete PCM and perform any production work that is required. (2008-05-02)
Waves Offers New Jack Joseph Puig Presets For Free Download
Waves offers renowned multiple Grammy®-winning Producer/Mixer Jack Joseph Puig's (JJP) personal presets for his favorite Waves tools as a free download. (2008-05-01)
Swar Systems Releases Volume 4
Volume 4 offers a set of 25 rare instruments from various regions of India for all their products. (2008-05-01)
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