News - September 2009

These three Ultra Drum N Bass packs feature 30 drum & bass beats each, from polished breaks to rapid fire beats to technical sounds.

Unity Audio named world-renowned MI retailer Sweetwater as the exclusive US dealer for their new line of high-end studio monitor, starting with the Rock, a two-way monitor with a folded ribbon tweeter and a 180mm (7") pulp fiber woofer.

Top producers and engineers Chris Lord-Alge, Eddie Kramer, and Tony Maserati to present demonstration sessions in the Music Mix Mobile truck, Booth #273.

Nickelback Guitar Anthology combines 15 of the group's greatest hits spanning their successful career in one comprehensive guitar TAB songbook.

The new CAD Audio/Astatic Commercial 1700VP is the first continuously-variable pattern condenser overhead recording microphone system with remote polar control design (patent pending) and a 56" carbon fiber boom with an exclusive clutch rotational system.

Retro Recorder has been updated with great new features including stereo recording capability and a high quality recording mode

This comprehensive songbook includes the greatest hits spanning the nearly decade-long career of Lifehouse—including the Billboard Music Award winner for "Hot 100 Single of the Year" in 2001, "Hanging by a Moment."

The SC700CT A/V Direct Box is for connecting the outputs of MP3 players, PCs, laptops, CD players, and other audio devices to audio consoles, mic preamps, effects processors, house sound systems, and other equipment with 3-pin XLR inputs.

A super user-friendly and very versatile digital controller, the new American Audio product helps DJs and mobile entertainers make a smooth transition from playing CDs to digital files thanks to a variety of convenient features and the intuitive layout of its control panel.

This guitar TAB songbook includes authentic notation for all 12 songs from this latest offering from these California-based alternative rock/metal stars.

Influenced by everything from street culture, and global design movements, to ancient weapons design and even architecture, Brian Griffith, designer and owner of Anthology takes a holistic approach to pushing the design of the instrument strap in new directions.

This guitar TAB songbook features over 300 pages of smash rock hits from modern chart-toppers to classic tunes, including songs from Michael Jackson, The Eagles, Van Halen, Chevelle, Clapton, and more.

This software allows artists to pack warm analog drive and concert hall ambience into digital recordings and turn dead tracks into big live-sounding mixes without the expensive equipment found at professional recording studios.

New version includes improvements to its VCF and ring modulator audio quality, better handling of control surfaces while changing presets, and more.

The EVP-NEO features 7 models, including the EVP-12M NEO and EVP-15M NEO low-profile stage monitors, EVP-12NEO, EVP-15NEO, and EVP-215NEO full-range monitors, and EVP-18SUB and EVP-15SUB subwoofers.

The mighty Angry Troll from Way Huge Electronics serves up gorgeous portions of volume and gain to pummel the input of your amp with up to +50dB of gain.

The two models feature a short 24-1/2" scale, special bound fretboard, original PRS birds, Santana headstock shape with curly maple veneer, and 1957/2008 pickups or optional Soapbar pickups.

The newest model in the Mira/Starla series has a retro-inspired design with a singlecut, flat obeche body with arm carve, 22-fret sipo wide fat neck, rosewood fretboard, pearloid dot inlays, traditional 2-piece stoptail bridge, and more.

In honor of the upcoming 25th anniversary and the launch of the new acoustic program in 2009, Paul Reed Smith Guitars is proud to offer an exclusive limited run of 25th Anniversary PRS Acoustics with 30 available stateside and another 20 available overseas.

This limited run guitar features a whitewash finish with a graphic from Santana's 1970's era "Abraxas" album and a peace sign at the 12th fret.

Having an English sound with an American twist, the PRS 30 is the first 30W cathode biased amp in a Paul Reed Smith's series of lower wattage amps.

This special 25th Anniversary Dragon model features a new complex dragon fretboard exotic multi-material inlay and will be available later this year in very limited quantities. The headstock will feature a green ripple abalone Modern Eagle with a black composite shadow veneer.

Hello Design and Sound Trends release the free "Bravo Gustavo" iPhone App — just wave your phone and move the music.

The CMS SUB is an active subwoofer has very high efficiency and dynamic capabilities which guarantee a perfect integration with Focal Professional's CMS50 & 65 monitors.

The Muzemazer Chromavoder™ is a custom programmed module designed for use with all Line 6 ToneCore° pedals and docks, and is a harmonizer for guitars, wind, and fretless stringed instruments.

Studio One Pro and Studio One Artist are groundbreaking music-creation and production applications for Mac OS X and Windows XP/Vista. Studio One Pro, has all of the features of Studio One Artist and includes VST, AU, and ReWire support; a fully integrated mastering section; and other significant additional features and bundled content.

Designed to embody a blend of beauty, refined craftsmanship, and playing comfort, Taylor Guitars is introducing a special 35th Anniversary edition guitar series that showcases a sculpted armrest, marking the first time such a feature has been included on a Taylor guitar.

This functional rating evaluates 130 different factors on a scale of 0-5 for seven of the most popular digital audio workstation software products from DigiDesign, Steinberg, Cakewalk, MOTU, Apple, Ableton, and Image Line.

RealTraps has announced their new MegaTrap that absorbs more and lowers frequencies more than any other bass trap product ever made at any price.

Sensaphonics, the technology leader in IEM systems, has again raised the bar in the world of in-ear monitoring with the opening of its 3D Custom Shop. The shop offers hand-wired circuit board modifications to the 3D Active Ambient IEM System to further extend its unique functionality.

This sample collection contains the unique sound of this unique wooden soundbox which has unstopped strings over it that are played with a bow.

NUGEN Audio has updated the OSX versions of all plug-ins with code optimisations for when used with a plug-in wrapper within ProTools.

The discoDSP Discovery Pro R4.1 64-voice, 4-layer, analog-modeling synthesizer features many features and several fixes over previous versions.

Producer Loops and Chimp Spanner are back with the final installment in the Ambient Metal Constructions series featuring even more dulcet tones blended seamlessly with raging heavy metal guitars and drums.

Electro House by Zero-G is a storming selection of the best electro house samples around taking its inspiration from the sounds currently igniting club floors across the globe.

Tribal Tech-House features deep and percussive big-room grooves, including 200+ jackin???, precision-programmed drum loops; afro-tribal percussive workouts; vintage oscillations; sublime synths; floor-shaking basslines; ready-mixed and broken out combis; plus 100s of glitchy tops, FX, choice drum hits and more.

Trance Overload is a downloadable collection of over 1.5GB of trance loops and samples.

The Rob Lee Sound bank includes 145 dance-, house-, and techno-oriented presets by sound designer Rob Lee.

Best Service has released 2 sample libraries, "Accordions" and "Black Pearl" (for hip-hop, R&B, urban), and "Production Tools Vol. 2" which includes single samples (drums/ sounds), drum, and instrument loops, multiformatted instruments/synth presets, and MIDI files!

At the Devotion Gallery in Brooklyn, electronic musician, audio engineer, DJ, teacher, and Ableton Certified Live expert Brian Jackson will provide 13 hours of detailed instruction on the latest version of Live 8.

At the AES Convention, the Producers & Engineers Wing® of The Recording Academy® will present the 21st Annual GRAMMY SoundTables®: "MWA! - Mixing With Attitude," a close-up look at how some producers and engineers create stand out mixes.

The Pattern Editor software allows players to create, modify, and save their own filter sequence patterns. Its point-and-click user interface makes pattern creation a breeze.

Urban Orchestra is a royalty-free collection of 100 urban orchestral loops, plus 30 one-shot chords / hits. It includes over 800MB of multiformat material for hip-hop, R&B, and modern pop producers.

i1166 features DivX video playback and a digital panel with enhanced resolution for media viewing for iPod & DVD, SD/MMC/USB slots, and digital photo frame capability.

The company will stage the first public showing of several new items, including the release of the new PreMaster CD&tradel; 3.1.2 and soundBlade™ 1.3.5, as well as previews of Amarra™ Computer Music Player 1.1 and secureDDP™ 1.1.

If you like your BPM dial at 100 BPM and under, you'll flip for this all-new sample library if 2.5 gigs of sounds and loops.

Intern program provides hands-on experience for music business students.

New firm to handle U.S. distribution for 3rd Power guitar amps, Microphome mic cleaner, plus G LAB guitar effects and Palmer pro audio electronics.

This brand new exclusive collection of royalty free Trance Samples produced by John and Digital Blonde from their studio in Brighton, UK.

Lick Library has released a comprehensive series of Jimi Hendrix guitar tuition DVDs — essential for guitar players of all standards.

Fidget House Grooves is the latest quirky sample pack with the fidget sound that is taking the clubs by storm across the globe.

'Ultimate FX Volume 1' is a brand new set of high quality sound effects made specifically for dance music producers.

This innovative stand opens and closes with just one hand, weighs only ounces, and looks great too.

The Yamaha Electone D-85 is the source of sounds in our fourth volume of the Vintage Keyboard Collection.

BandMaster provides a fully configurable virtual band consisting of bass, drums, and piano, with high-quality samples and intuitive interface.

Pxing Game Studio introduces Instant Piano, an iPhone app that provides educational contents for piano playing.

With a full-size 24-3/4" scale length, the Trailblazer Deluxe gives players the same comfort and playability as a full-size dreadnought, but in a travel-friendly package.

With a solid basswood body and bolt-on maple neck with satin finish, the Solara Special begins with the essential ingredients for an entry-level rocker.

The guitar and bass GrooveTech kits are designed to help musicians become more comfortable at doing their own basic setups. For the price of a typical professional setup, players can purchase a GrooveTech tool kit and keep their guitar or bass in top playing shape.

Crafted with a rosewood fretboard, bone nut and saddle, and tortoise shell body binding, the ROS-06 offers players professional features and a vintage look on a great sounding guitar

Presented by Logic Certified Pro Eli Krantzberg, this series is the best way to go if you want to know the awesome Apple Logic 9 inside and out.

'Gangsta Beats' is a sample library that features 10 Gangsta-Style Hip Hop Construction Kits.

American DJ has put new flash into strobe lights by adding the power of LEDs, while scaling down the size, to create the S-81 LED Mini Strobe.

The Break Filter is a custom stereo "all band" filter effect with noise based distortion which can take any clean sound from natural gain to frequency and phase shifted industrial chaos.

Astoria, New York-based production company helps artists with everything from record production to live concert touring and management, while GC Pro helps owner Kevin Zambrana stay at the top of the gear game

The drivers support 32 bit and 64 bit operation and are available for all RME PCI Express cards, the FireWire-based Fireface 400/800 and the USB-based Fireface UC.

COREBLADE is the next evolutionary stage of programmable all-tube guitar amps, especially designed to meet the demands of modern metal guitarists.

This integrated compliment to best-selling monitors delivers deep bass for .1 mixing and listening environments.

Best-selling M-Audio Fast Track gets a new, more functional design, improved audio quality, and is paired with Pro Tools M-Powered Essential for a knockout combination.

This unique solution provides a palette of perfect guitar tones and direct recording into Pro Tools, and delivers studio sound on stage.

The SAT 265 2-Way/Tri-Amped, 300W high-output near-field active studio monitor is designed to integrate perfectly with Blue Sky???s new SUB 212 to provide a stunningly accurate & engaging full-range monitoring system.

The Turbine Pros were engineered to deliver bass so deep, it???s like a subwoofer in your ears, plus they reproduce the clarity, detail, and dynamic range of the finest studio monitors or audiophile reference loudspeakers.

Holophone, the leading manufacturer of surround microphones, has unveiled a new version of its popular H2-PRO Microphone. The groundbreaking H2-PRO, capable of recording up to 7.1 channels of discrete surround sound with enhanced low frequency effects (LFE), is now exclusively equipped with Sennheiser's MKE series microphone capsules.

The new Wusik Station V5.8.6 has plenty of fixes, changes, and additions, as well as a new skin designed by Limeflavour.

The 127th AES Convention will be held at NY's Javits Convention Center Oct. 9 – 12, 2009.

The collections, which span several genres, provide a cost-effective way for producers to expand their musical libraries.

BALINESE GAMELAN offers a versatile assortment of ethnic instruments that represent the rich sonic heritage of classic Indonesian music.

PLP used top of the line virtual analogue hardware synths through custom DSP to produce this set of bass lines and synth lines for Electro Huuse.

Series of Awareness Showcases to Benefit 'Invisible Children' Eclectic Mix of Contributing Artists; Showcases in NYC, L.A., and Fla.

The World's 1st pocket-sized DJ system, the Pacemaker, is now available in top MI stores nationwide.

DMG (DesignMyGuitar) is a website-based guitar design shop out of Belgium that makes it easy and affordable to have a guitar built to order in 3 main steps.

Recordare's Dolet 5 plug-in serves as a "universal translator" between music notation applications. It reads and writes MusicXML 2.0 and Open Score Format 1.0 files for high-fidelity translations between music notation programs.

All registered Melodyne users are welcome to participate in the beta testing of Melodyne editor.

Gear4music, the appointed UK distributor, has begun shipping a variety of Belcat amplifiers, effects pedals, preamps, pickups and tuners.

The Patch Kings Ultimate Refill includes their "Drum and Bass," "Killer Keyboards," "Vintage Synthesizers," "SP1200 Library," and "Midi Mix" collections all in one package available on DVD or as a digital download.

The SL-820 features fully adjustable tiers that can be quickly set at any of nine height positions or four angle positions.

The SPS200 Zephyx Kit includes a specially manufactured version of SoundField's existing SPS200 microphone with a shorter body which comes as standard fitted into the supplied Zephyx suspension mount. It is capable of capturing audio in three dimensions and outputting audio in mono, stereo, M&S and phase-coherent 5.1, and more.

American DJ has added an LED strobe to its hot-selling Dual Gem LED moonflower effect to create the all-new Dual Gem Pulse, a sound-activated combo LED moonflower/strobe effect.

Melodyne assistant offers the world-renowned Melodyne technology for the editing of vocals and monophonic instruments in a more affordable yet nonetheless improved format.

Rude Drums is a fresh take on drum and percussive hits for electronic or dance music of various styles.

ClassicGuitarFREE is a nylon guitar sample library for Kontakt 2-3 and 4 available to download.

As a big thank you to all their fans and subscribers, Prime Loops are giving away over 200mb's of Free Loops.

The Custom and Vintage SDX is a re-release of the award winning Toontrack Music sample packs Superior Custom and Vintage and Superior Vintage add-on.

'Booty Breaks' from the powerhouse production unit of Deekline and Ed Solo has been executively produced by the great Tim Healey.

This pedal authentically recreates the alluring, hypnotic tone and feel of a vintage amp tremolo.

Co-written and presented by one of the world's most prolific and respected sound designers, Ric Viers, RØDE University will offer a combination of established audio theory with tips and techniques to show students how to get professional results using RØ's range of broadcast microphones and accessories.

Featuring a massive collection of varied percussion samples, World Impact spans the globe featuring percussion instruments from large to small, west to east, north to south, and traditional to rare.

Blue Cat Audio has released new versions of all its free audio plug-ins for both Mac and PC in Audio Unit, VST, and DirectX formats.

Nik Huber has successfully crossed his Dolphin model with a T-style guitar with swamp ash/alder body options, Broad R bridge pickup and custom T 90 neck pickup, and comes in 5 finishes.

EarthQuaker Devices will begin shipping the long awaited Ghost Echo Reverb and Tone Reaper Fuzz pedals to retailers the week of September 21 2009.

Blue microphones launches new series of live microphones.

The Foundation series is a collection of sample packs designed to help you get inspired and jump start your music creation process.

This bank features 96 new presets for XILS 3 , the new matrix style modular synthesiser from Xils-Lab .

The collection contains 128 bass sounds covering anything from the trendy, the weird, the ugly, the mellow to the Your-Speakers-Will-Get-What-They-Deserve.

The new HHB CDR-882 DualBurn professional CD recorder is compatible with all types of CD-R media, both low and high-speed up to 52X, supporting seamless extended recording time across two or more discs, as well as simultaneous recording of two discs, high-speed duplication, and intelligent disc management.

The new V-Pick Tradtion is the same size and shape of a regular guitar pick but with the V-pick "grippage," clinging to your finger more as your body temperature rises.

Featuring one of Nashville's most celebrated fiddlers, this instructional DVD features four fascinating hours of training, discussion, tips, and techniques, on 2 DVDs.

The five new sample libraries include "Infantry Drum Samples," "Drum Fractions," "Candy Drums," "Rocktronik Samples," and "Galactic Atmosphere."

Handmade in Italy and featuring Fatar???s 88-note Grand Touch progressively graded grand hammer-action keybed, the Numa Nero's TP400 key mechanism is the last creation of Fatar founder and master instrument designer Lino Ragni.

This series is presented by remixer extraordinaire Timothy Allan, whose remixes have reached #1 on the UK dance charts and placed high on US Billboard, DMC and Australia ARIA charts.

Here is everything you need to produce radio- ready Hip Hop and R&B hits!

Series One delivers incredible high gain performance with a level of tonal refinement found previously only in the very best boutique and vintage amps.

The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance present an extensive masterclass with world renowned vocal coach, Dorian Holley.

Ultra Distorted Kicks is a secret weapon for all producers, remixers or just about anyone involved in music.

A modern collection of classic, circuit bent and resampled electronic drum sounds suited for any of genre imaginable.

Third generation intelligent spectral audio vitalizer/enhancer.

Drum Key by 9 Soundware is a collection of presets for the Ultrabeat drum synthesizer within Apple Logic Pro.

Upgrade to the new 6.0.6 version is free for existing v6 users.

The ideal complement to Lectorosonic's wireless microphone systems, the HM172 features a comfortable, bendable silicone frame that mounts securely to the your ear and provides excellent vocal quality in a nearly invisible package.

This new media file management software is based on MixVibes Cross??? advanced media management functionality, and was developed for use in combination with Pioneer "New Species" DJ players, like the CDJ-200 and CDJ-900.

Donald Passman's 7th Edition of All You Need To Know About The Music Business, a book the Los Angeles Times has called the "Industry Bible" has been completely updated and revised for the digital age.

Line 6 answers your Spider IV questions via realtime Q&A session via webcast today, September 17th, from 3 pm to 4 pm.

NOTION3 features an entirely new design, an expanded and enhanced sample library, new live performance features, and incredible compatibility with plug-ins, sample libraries, and digital audio workstations.

Since 1992 Hal Leonard has exclusively represented guitar virtuoso Eric Johnson in print, and now they've authorized more than 50 of his songs on online sheet music sites GuitarInstructor.com and SheetMusicDirect.com.

The Faber PaddleBass was designed to be functionality, ergonomics and sound.

Professional grade storage solution passes rigorous testing to become one of only two external hard drive brands officially certified for use with Digidesign Pro Tools.

Protection Racket's specially designed electronic cases are perfect for carrying and protecting your valuable electronic gear.

Quik Lok evolves the "ZEENITH" with the new Z-70 single tier, rapid set-up Pro "Z" structure.

The UK manufacturer has signed agreements with specialist third-party developer companies AuviTran and ZP Engineering to make SuperMAC and HyperMAC technology available to the audio industry on a royalty-free basis.

Grand Piano Collection features surely some of the best sounding sampled pianos in the market.

Tone Box's Skull Crusher takes on the competition by bringing 3D effects to the arsenal of musicians around the world.

Free update offers Native Support for 64-bit OS x hosts and more.

Headphone amplifier offers acoustic tones from any electric guitar.

This alternative MIDI controller allows songwriters, music theory educators, and students to explore chords and progressions in all the major keys just by clicking their mouse.

Featuring 124 samples organized into 8 different sets, "Noise at the Concert" is a sample library consisting of various audience and stage noises recorded before and during different classical music concerts.

Oscar and Ruben will be teaching the history of Latin jazz as well as demonstrating some of the rhythms and techniques that have fueled their playing over the years.

The new instrument improves on the classic Mellotron M400 design of the 1970s to offer as standard a total of 24 individual tape sound sets, plus an additional 16 two-sound combinations, with programmable attack, a much lighter keyboard feel, improved playing height, and an air filtration system and positively-pressurized cabinet.

DOWNBEAT BOX is a fresh and exciting exploration into the world of downbeat and ambient.

The VOX V845 brings classic tone from the creators of the wah wah pedal.

THE FINGER is a unique keyboard-controlled performance effects processor developed together with forward-thinking electronic music artist Tim Exile of Warp Records.

The L-ACOUSTICS 8XTi and 12 XTi coaxial enclosures are primarily engineered for the fixed installation market.

The Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase announces exhibitor roster, performers, concert and clinic schedule, October 23, 24 & 25, 2009.

Studio 'MIDI Keys: Trance' is a collection of Trance melodic hooks and pulsing riffs in MIDI format.

This exciting modification gives musicians the power to control Moogerfooger Effects Processors and other analog gear with control voltages generated by the Little Phatty.

In addition to giving the cymbals a bright, professional appearance, the highly polished Brilliant Finish contributes to a smoother, glassier cymbal sound.

The PT-2800 features a huge, super-bright, multi-colored LCD screen that is easily visible while attached to the instrument???s headstock in any lighting situation.

DETUNIZED.COM used a dusty Rhodes Mark 1, processed through different outboard gear to give you 145 samples to use with Ableton Live.

Each month, gearpipe.org teams with a musical instrument retailer to raise donations for a music education charity, and when gearpipe.org users purchase items from that retailer, a percentage of that purchase will be donated to the featured charity.

This course contains over 3 hours of interactive video tutorials which cover all aspects of audio and MIDI recording, editing, mixing, and mastering for Apple Logic Pro 9 digital audio workstation software.

Based on a set of fast DSP algorithms, Sonic Shift can record a piece of audio and then play it back while the user adjusts the tempo and pitch in real time.

This cutting edge collection of royalty free beats and breaks which includes over 600 samples.

The Vesica Lead™ electric guitar redefines the musical landscape of expression and creativity and challenges you to take your craft to the next level.

With this deal comes five brand new Hip Hop sample collections, now available to download instantly at ProducerLoops.com.

The MSC1 Monitor System Controller is a remarkable new product that integrates monitor system control and tune-ability at a most accessible price point.

Vanguard's Legacy the kind of instruments you should probably expect to be present in every synthesizer core library.

Prominy Released a lite version of LPC Electric Clean Guitar; LPC Electric Guitar LE for Kontakt3, capturing the sound of Gibson® Les Paul Custom™.

Saffire 6 USB is affordable, sounds great, and comes with all the tools needed to start making music straight away.

'RnB Klub Drum Loops' comes filled with a large variety of hit-worthy R&B club drum production — both programmed and live performances.

The OctoPre MkII features eight channels of Focusrite pre-amplification and a built-in 24-bit / 96 kHz ADAT output.

Nocturn's spacious controller layout has been adapted to a full control solution for DAW users.

An 8-channel version of the popular DMI-2 digital microphone interface, which provides remote digital microphone control and conversion from AES 42 to AES/EBU, the DMI-8 offers more channels at less cost per channel in a space-saving rack-mountable chassis.

StringPort from Keith McMillen Instruments (KMI) has opened up a world of synthesis for string players previously inhabited only by keyboardists, a polyphonic string-to-USB 2.0 converter with a unique software suite that expands the synthesis and processing palette of violinists.

The VT4886 passive line array element and VT4883 cardioid-arrayable subwoofer are specifically designed for standalone use or integration with other existing VERTEC models.

Two new horn designs, 60° x 60° and 120° x 60°, raise the total count of models in the AE Series to 50.

The Control CRV offers contemporary, curved design and a wide range of configurations.

These constant Beamwidth Technology™ CBT Series resets the standards for directivity and versatility in passive column loudspeakers.

Author, engineer, and producer, Workshop & Tutorials Chair Alex Case has drawn from his vast reservoir of industry knowledge and sources to develop a singularly broad and ambitious program, including 22 workshops and 7 tutorial presentations.

Presented by Certified Ableton Trainer Craig McCullough, you'll learn the fundamentals of DJ'ing with Ableton Live through 13 in-depth video tutorials.

The new ARDX20 is based on the awesome tone of the old pedal, but adds several features that customers have been requesting, including true bypass switching and a delay time expression jack.

The Official Heavy Metal Book of Lists by Eric Danville features over 130 carefully researched lists on the loudest bands in the land with contributions from tons of stars from the world of heavy metal.

Digital Performer 7 is now shipping with many feature additions and productivity enhancements, including a new suite of modeled guitar effects plug-ins that deliver world-class guitar tones.

The new Notepad 102, 124 and 124 FX models boast Soundcraft audio performance with the acclaimed GB30 mic preamp and EQ technology in a highly compact and solid chassis.

With the new 64-bit Windows driver, these interfaces now operate seamlessly on computers running Windows 64-bit XP and Vista operating systems.

Soundcraft continues to develop this outstanding digital console with new features and facilities.

The new DriveRack® PA+, a complete loudspeaker management system that provides state-of-the-art audio signal processing and an intuitive user interface.

These flagship processors feature intuitive Wizard-driven system configuration using Harman HiQnet™ System Architect.

The 1260m, 1261m, 640m and 641m reflect dbx Professional Product's commitment to applying customer feedback to strengthen its existing product lines.

The Crown PIP-USP4 delivers unprecedented power and flexibility while offering clear sound and the widest dynamic range possible.

The CDi 6000 provides an unmatched combination of processing, power and a competitive price that makes it a leader in its class.

Crown today announced the latest update to its Macro-Tech i series of amplifiers, featuring increased power and new dual port capability.

These comprehensive sample packs, exclusively created for Prime Loops, deliver professional talent within each highly unique collection.

Traditional Hawaiian Percussion Vol.1 features traditional Hawaiian instruments such as the Pahu, Ipu, Kaekeke, puniu and others.

The M-380 V-Mixer is a 48-channel console that possesses all of the powerful features and extensive benefits of the award-winning M-400 V-Mixer but in a compact rackmount footprint.

Now Korg is pleased to announce the affordable, next-generation WAVEDRUM Digital Percussion Synthesizer.

With omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-of-eight polar patterns, the AT4047MP has been optimized to meet the demands of professional recording, broadcast and sound reinforcement.

Complete with a gooseneck microphone, the microSAMPLER provides a fast and easy way to integrate creative audio sampling into any musical scenario.

Compatible with CD-R and CD-RW media of all speed ratings, recordings made on HHB's own reference quality CDR74 Gold media exhibit an average Block Error Rate as low as 0.09.

Mackie today announces the launch of its Onyx-i Series FireWire Recording Mixers, delivering premium analog features, tremendous flexibility, and built-in 24-bit/96kHz FireWire I/O.

Orange Tree Samples' latest Kontakt release, Grand Kalimba, has three octaves of tines, giving you a large, 37- note range.

The SG Zoot Suit guitar makes quite a colorful splash with a brand new body built with multiple birch wood laminate. Each laminate piece is dyed with a different color and then compressed and bonded together to form one-solid block of wood.

All three versions of Quik Lok's innovative laptop stands — for use with X-style and Z-style stands, plus the standalone LPH/003 — are now shipping.

Version two of the Great Wall fuzz pedal is now in a smaller enclosure and comes with hand-painted versions too.

Roland Corporation U.S. and The GRAMMY Museum are proud to announce the opening of a new permanent installation in The GRAMMY Museum, Roland Live, where visitors will have the chance to interact with V-Drums®, BOSS pedals, HandSonic®, VIMA® keyboards, and the MV-8800 Production Studio, and more.

The DISCOVER DJ is a computer DJ package for anyone from experienced, veteran DJs to the most novice music lovers with easy-to-use features for enabling anyone to become a DJ with their computer.

Cakewalk announces immediate availability of new Snow Leopard Mac Operating System (version 10.6) device drivers for the V-Studio 100 portable music production system, as well as the UA-1G audio interface and UM-1G, UM-2G, and UM-3G MIDI Interfaces.

Gator's new rotationally molded, virtually indestructible LCD plasma case has set a new standard for transporting plasma/LCD screens, is offered in sizes to fit most 40" to 52" screens, and is available in a variety of colors.

Lot 657, which features the a violin created in 1648 by Amati, is up for auction. It was owned by George E. Stoll who won an Oscar for Best Original Score for "The Wizard of Oz" and Best Score for "Anchors Aweigh".

Auralex Acoustics is now offering three levels of their popular Room Analysis Service allowing customers more options for diagnosing their acoustical problems.

Mackie's new HD Powered Subwoofers are the perfect complement to the highly successful HD Series High-Definition Powered Loudspeakers.

The AT4050ST is perfect for professional recording, broadcast and sound reinforcement applications.

VoiceTone Synth is a vocal effects pedal that specialises in recreating the kinds of effects heard on a lot of today's chart topping tracks.

Voxengo has released TransGainer — an audio plug-in suitable for a wide range of professional music production uses.

With a proprietary ribbon design and rugged handmade construction, the AT4080 and AT4081 are significantly more robust than traditional ribbon mics.

Thump Powered Subwoofer Debuting In London At PLASA.

Mainstays in the Latin jazz world, Oskar and Ruben will be teaching the history of Latin jazz as well as demonstrating some of the rhythms and techniques that have fueled their playing over the years.

This new DJ controller is designed for teens and adults who want to experience the feeling of being a Pro DJ, or anyone enthralled with the world of DJing, digital music, and the latest remixes.

These 24", 32", and 40" are specifically designed for connecting the bottom row of pedals to the top row of pedals.

Rude Drums for KONTAKT has more than 400 24-bit samples — some dirty, some clean, many weird or whimsical or odd.

MakeMusic, Inc. today announced that SmartMusic®, the music learning software for band, orchestra and voice, now includes nearly two dozen new jazz ensemble titles from Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band.

Large Bass Expander is a collection of 128 bass sounds for the Waldorf Largo, where the focus lies on modern dance music, rather than classic analog reproductions.

The XXXV-9 takes the clarity and familiar feel of a 6-string guitar and embellishes the sound with three additional strings, two of which are paired an octave higher, to add extra sparkle to the midrange tone.

Genelec's 8260A features major advances in audio driver technology, integrated into a sophisticated enclosure design.

These new Solid State Drive (SSD) models expand OWC's award-winning line with fast, reliable, pocket-sized plug-and-play storage solutions up to 256GB available and starting at $279.99.

In San Francisco, from 1pm to 6pm, on September 12, the 2009 Producer's Conference will feature learning sessions by Jeremy Ellis, Peff (aka Kurt Kurasaki), Michael Winger, and Propellerhead???s Gerry Basserman and Stephen Hart.

The C 414 XLS and the C 414 XLII offer nine pickup patterns that enable it to choose the perfect setting for every application.

The Mamba ADAT Digital Snake can be used as a simple point to point or split system to transport up to 64 x 64 channels @48K over a single CAT-5/6 or Fiber.

The BFD2 Expansion Pack range is a collection of Yamaha artist signature snares for your BFD2 library.

The DMM 4/2/2 mixing algorithm automatically allocates gain among the system microphones (NOM attenuation) with a special noise detect function and the "Noise Sensitive Threshold" algorithm (NST).

The Perception Live series consists of various vocal and instrument microphones.

Eco Fog Juice is very economically priced, yet utilizes high-quality, pharmaceutical-grade, FDA-approved ingredients typically found in more expensive products.

SONiVOX announced the availability of their latest batch of DVI® products (Downloadable Virtual Instruments), for both MAC and PC platforms.

A third member joins the very successful Si Series family—the even more compact Soundcraft Si1 digital live sound console.

The Perception 120 USB is the very first USB-equipped microphone from AKG, offering studio-quality sound performance without requiring any installation or drivers.

Numark announces that CDN88 MP3, its most comprehensive rack-mount CD player, is now shipping to retailers.

The Genelec HTS6 is ideal for large theatrical surround sound installations.

These universally-compatible premium analog mixers with deep FireWire integration are qualified by Mackie for use with Pro Tools® M-Powered™ 8.

The new PROFILE series of vinyl-transfer turntables includes the PROFILE LP, PROFILE FLASH, iPROFILE, and PROFILE EXPRESS. Each has a contemporary, low-profile look and enables you to turn your vinyl record into flexible MP3 files.

SoundSoap Pro 2's comprehensive approach provides four advanced restoration tools — Broadband noise reduction; Click and Crackle removal; Hum removal; and a Noise Gate. Its super intelligent broadband noise reduction features new adaptive algorithms from BIAS which offer far more power while maintaining its relatively low cost and ease of use.

127th AES Convention Technical Tours Chair Lou Manno has developed a series of behind-the-scenes visits that showplace recording, education, communication, film & TV production facilities, plus a rare visit to New Jersey's historic Edison Labs.

TASCAM has tested all of their audio interfaces for use with Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Apple's latest operating system.

The "RECORD LIKE A PRO" tour will show users how you don't need formal training as an audio engineering student to get the most out of Record recording software.

HDMI to mini HDMI cables accommodate greater range of equipment.

Featuring a distinctive vibrato bar, tailpiece, and matching hardware, the new Tremar series is perfectly suited for musicians who play with a vintage feel.

'Abstract Electro House 2' is a collection that features 24-Bit Minimal Electro and Tech House Loops and Samples.

American DJ Introduces Its Brightest LED Par Cans To Date In RGB Color-Mixing and Warm/Cool White Models.

The newest version of the popular audio production software includes the unique FL native plugin architecture, new integrated synthesizers and effects and more added value for the users

Record software, for both Mac and Windows, combines effortless recording and a stunning software mixer console with a limitless rack of audio processing gear that builds itself or can be infinitely customized.

Pedal Risers raise individual pedals for easy access and provide cable routing without expensive investment in new boards or cases.

Waves Gold Certification Program (WGCP) takes Waves certification to the next level, providing mastery of 18 Waves plug-ins.

The first product shipping under the new arrangement will be the Tonelux Equalux, a two-channel, four-band discrete parametric equalizer.

RecordingQuestions.com, a free questions and answers website targeting recording experts & enthusiasts, plans to become the leading sound engineering information resource available on the web.

The iDR8-ST features Euroblock connectors, iDR-D digital in/out expanders, and the PL-11 IR (infrared) receiver that is controllable by the PL-5 hand held IR transmitter.

If you are looking for an electro-organic drum solution, or just want to expand your sonic pallet, these kits will thud, stomp and clank your problems away.

Made of carved korina and chambered with an F hole the CKF features a fully carved arch-top front and a half-carved back added to the well-developed and proven chambering of the Rees F2 guitar.

Auralex's SonicPrint designs are now available on Environmental EcoTech ProPanels, and can feature designs you create from artwork, corporate logos, and even personal photographs.

Popular low-cost music notation software packages offer unprecedented features and provide compatibility with current operating systems and files created with Finale 2010.

The Wizard of Oz: 70th Anniversary Deluxe Songbook is the most authentic and complete collection of sheet music from The Wizard of Oz ever published, and includes never-before-published characeter themes, original production stills, and more.

Downbeat Electronica — Downbeat and Lounge Music Samples is a fresh approach to the chillout and downbeat genres and will help to infuse rhythmic textures and ambient scapes, along with driving and trippy drum beats, into your productions.

USB-powered and class-compliant, the Ohm64 is genuinely plug-and-play on Mac and Windows (and has even tested well on Linux), and comes stylishly cased in a hand-finished wood body with an aluminum face, and software to get you started.

Prime Loops have announced the release of their new Combo Pack 'Drum n' Bass Foundations, which contains 'Drum n Bass Drum Loops' and 'Rasta Vocal Samples.

The 552 Production Mixer is Sound Device's first mixer to feature a fully integrated digital audio recorder.

The Game Audio Summit returns to GDC Austiwith more interactive sessions and informative sessions on the new technologies changing game audio.

High-powered line array systems for fixed installation and mobile use.

The latest great step in music production evolution is the BeatMaker application running on Apple's astonishing iPhone and iPod touch.

The no.1 show for the entertainment technology industry takes place in London at Earls Court exhibition centre on 13-16 September 2009

The "Härjedalspipa", "shepherds flute" in or context called the Nordic Low Whistle, is a Swedish cylindrical flute, build by craftsman Gunnar Stenmark.

Pickup design and manufacturing legend Bill Lawrence has teamed up with Jeff and Don Lace of Lace Music Products to build all future Lawrence-designed pickups at the Lace factory.

After months of work and intense beta testing (see the GIFTIG story below!) we are proud to finally let you all see what we have come up with.

The Sweet 16, PRS Guitars new 16 watt amp, is already on retail shelves and creating quite a stir in the musical instruments community.

High-gloss acoustic guitars by designer Jonathan Lee boast exceptional craftsmanship and rich voicing at reasonable prices.

Fun, easy to use iphone app puts genuine auto-tune technology in the palm of your hand.

The company will now be offering both traditional Wah mods and Audiotech's new cutting-edge Wah mods for guitar players.

The FET3 is a new dual-channel limiter incorporating Class A discrete compressor circuitry and gain stages that is built in the U.S. by Geoffrey Daking.

Remix Revolution includes 38 construction kits ranging from 122 to 142 BPM, with remix-style drums, bass, synth, and more. This new gem gives you the loops and samples perfect for your next remix jam.

Combining elements of line array theory with virtual point source technology in one product, Turbosound Flex Array is the first product to offer the possibility to adapt the same loudspeaker system to a wide range of venue types and audience sizes with minimal rental inventory.

Co-developed with Mad Catz®, this new controller is compatible with Rock Band™, Rock Band™ 2, and The Beatles Game.

From the creators of the hugely successful Reel People Broken Beat, Nu Jazz and Soul Samples series comes: Broken Beat – The Definitive Drum Library Vol. 1.

Pocket-sized FireWire 800/400 & USB 2.0 powerhouse with up to 100MB/s data transfer speeds offers 50% more Plug and Play storage capacity with no AC Adapter needed.

Tape 2 integrates perfectly with Puremagnetik's Microtron Tape 1 and contains an expertly recorded flute, cello and octave recorders library.

Symbolic Sound's Paca(rana) can now be expanded by connecting 2 or more Paca(rana)s together via the built-in expansion ports.

Fishman Amplification is now shipping the Aura Spectrum DI instrument preamp/direct box.

This sample collection combo pack contains 1.5gb and over 1,500 Samples in 24 bit Audio, and has been hailed as 'The Ultimate Analogue Sample pack'.

The VCM-600 offers an unprecedented control surface for performing and mixing with Live as an integrated DJ system.

The library contains wonderful string sounds such as an autoharp and a kantele and keyboard instruments like a Rhodes MARK I, a rehearsal piano, and special processed low-cost-keyboards. There are also some new, specially created instruments (percussion & mallets) such as Glass, Lids, Handrail, and Kitchen.

'Venue—a revolution in live sound' will demo the most affordable, fully-integrated live sound consoles.

Unique tool combines chromatic tuner, metronome and recorder.

Dual-slot RAB2 remote audio card and free Version 1.5 firmware offer wide-ranging interface options in iLive and iLive-T digital consoles.

Global Underground quickly established an untouchable reputation for cutting edge dance music of the very highest quality.

'Digital Beats Volume 1' is a collecton of 10 top-quality synth based constructon kits designed to use in new school urban / dance music genres.

A lifetime warranty and three directional characteristics with switchable pad ensure suitability for a wide range of applications.

AUDIO 2 DJ is the world's smallest USB audio interface for DJs.

The Revelation is a 4-channel tube amplifier with features and flexibility that pushes the boundaries and limitations normally associated with boutique amps.

The US-100 is a 48k/16-bit stereo audio interface that connects to a Mac or Windows computer using USB 2.0.

Stereo monitors priced lower than most headphones.

This convenient, single-rack unit enables multiple signal distribution options for maximum monitoring flexibility.

This fourth version raises the bar on sonic authenticity with advanced new speaker emulation technology, and further expands on nearly all aspects that sets GUITAR RIG apart as the most capable digital guitar solution.

This new collection offers a veritable arsenal of acclaimed instruments and effects that cover all areas of modern music production, including powerful new versions of ABSYNTH, GUITAR RIG and KONTAKT, at a significantly reduced price point.

The new version enhances the profound sonic capabilities of ABSYNTH with powerful additional synthesis and effects features as well as overall improved audio quality, and offers an ingenious new way to create complex sounds based on musical attributes.

This fourth generation adds powerful "Authentic Expression Technology," unique sample compression, an extended studio-grade sound library complete with a convenient new database system, and much more to this popular music production software.

Formerly known as the NeverKink™ cable clip, this product has been re-named and will be distributed as the GripClip™ — eliminating the possibility of cable kinking — under TMP's On-Stage Gear brand and will feature new graphics reflecting the new partnership.

This bass overdrive pedal has been designed to give you the sound you've heard roaring across the stage at Altamont and the mammoth drop-tuned records from The Stone Age, as well as the smooth and fat Motown sound of a little 25W flip top and the industrial grind of a raging 300W fridge.

This collection of minimal techno loops and samples are for producers looking for that underground rave sound.

This new video tutorial shows you cool Logic tips and tricks, techniques, and ideas about recording, editing, mixing, virtual instruments, creating special effects, using Logic 9's new Flex Time feature, and much more.

Sony Sound Forge Pro 10 software provides comprehensive new tools for professional digital audio production. New event-based editing, integrated disc-at-once (DAO) CD burning, and élastique timestretching enhance workflow, flexibility, speed, and accuracy to offer powerful all-in-one production suite. It includes exclusive iZotope effects bundle.

This collection features the full multitrack sessions which originally formed the complete Drumdrops in Dub Volume 2 collection. It features 20 full drum loops from famous reggae drumer Horseman, and percussion played by Norman Grant (Twinkle Brothers) and Tuca Rainbow.

Over 300 samples exploring the realms of Broken Beat, Nu-Jazz, Lounge, and more, featuring authentic live instrumentation broken down into easy-to-use loops and individual hits.

This standalone Internet radio with popular music service, Pandora, offers more than 16,000 Internet radio stations and a fully customizable music experience is now available at J&R New York, and online at Amazon.com, NewEgg.com, and Buy.com.

The Mamba AES/EBU Digital Snake can be used as a simple point-to-point or split system to transport up to 48 x 48 channels (24 x 24 AES/EBU) over a single CAT-5/6 or Fiber.

These two new 21" ride cymbals have larger, more prominent bells. The medium-heavy ALT series Big-Bell Ride is more for mainstream rock and Latin, while the BRT series Big-Bell Ride is better suited for hardcore, metal, and punk.

TuneCore is now live on Amazon.com so that you can release your music globally cheaper and easier.

Roland's new high-efficiency BA-330 Portable Digital PA system includes latest in anti-feedback technology, custom-designed 6.5" stereo speakers, two tweeters, and more.

The SP-404SX Linear Wave Sampler offers 44.1kHz/16-Bit sound quality, improved DSP effects, a more versatile pattern sequencer, and easier data management.

The Beyond The Chops: Groove, Musicality & Technique instructional DVD from Aaron Spears and Hudson Music, showcases the rising star's phenomenal drumming

CAD Professional Microphones and Astatic Commercial Audio Products are re-branding as CAD Audio to expand the company's product offerings across several markets.

Battery-powered Juno offers ultimate portability, professional sound.

The UVI philosophy regarding pianos is to propose truly musical and excellent sounding presets using a convenient and realistic size (7 GB).

The F-110 Compact Piano is available in satin black or satin white finishes.

'Dirty IDM Glitch Beats' is a malfunctioning digital delivery of drum beats that explores new IDM realms.

Popular V-drums V-compact series now has full mesh head option.

After a quiet summer Splurgo Audio strikes back adding four new sample packs instead of the usual two.

The VE-20 has been designed from the ground up for singers and features some of the finest vocal-effects technology on the market.

RME's comprehensive MADI line is now extended by hi-class multichannel converters with 16 and 32 channels.

The Roland V-Accordion line combines the familiar sounds and nuances of a traditional accordion with the versatility of a modern digital musical instrument.

The eBand JS-8 Audio Player is the ultimate jam-along companion for guitarists.

The AX-Synth Shoulder Synthesizer offers an onboard sound engine featuring a collection of the best of Roland's cutting-edge synth sounds.

Amp Modeler Pro features all of the authentic tube guitar amplifier realism you expect, bundled with some killer effects, and a super low processing impulse modeler.

Advanced Funk Drumming combines a wealth of practical ideas with modern technology to make it easier and more intuitive for drummers to learn new grooves and an essential drumming style.

Phonic's product lineup provides real world solutions for today's modern audio performance, recording, and installation environments and they have joined the AM&S distribution network effective September 1, 2009.