Arturia updates to version 1.1 its Minimoog V, the recreation of the famous and popular Minimoog synthesizer. This update features : correction of the management problem of the tempo synchronization which was not working correctly in all Pro Tools configurations, Pitch bend tuning problem fixed, sample frequency switch which was hard to manage is corrected, compatibility with the latest versions of Audio Unit and Logic and update of the Filter.
Free download for registered users from the Arturia web site.
Hercules announced the availability of Hercules DJ console Mac edition. This pack bundles the DJ console (a double mixing desk) by Hercules and a special version of Traktor DJ Studio.
OUTI, a freeware for live recording and playback is now available in version 1.4. This version has been made to help you use the software live, especially if you need to use your hands to something else.
The CS-80V by Arturia is the reproduction of the polyphonic synthesizer Yamaha CS-80. It was popularised in the late 70's and early 80's by artists and groups like Toto, Jean-Michel Jarre, Keith Emerson or Stevie Wonder. Arturia posted an update v1.2 which features : copy and paste "singles" from one preset to another, modulation matrix (the keyboard-follow has been added), ribbon controller now offers the exact same behavior as the original, Audio Unit compatibility with the latest versions of Audio Unit and Logic Audio, bugfixes and more..
Info and free download for registered users available on Arturia web site.
Spongefork is a complete softsynth, sampler, live improvisation instrument, and soundfile processing application. SF's oscillators and interface are controllable via a unique XY based modulation controller, your computer keyboard, by external pitch tracking, or by MIDI input.
A 3.1.2 maintenance update is available from our Softs section.
Rax turns your Mac into a virtual rig for live performance, slaving instruments and effects from another app or offloading DSP to a second computer. With its streamlined UI, this is the easiest way to play AudioUnit instruments and process live audio through your AudioUnit effects. This new version 1.2 allows you to assign MIDI ports to particular Rax modules for finer control over your AudioUnits and also includes bug fixes.
M-Audio unveils the O2, an ultra-thin and compact USB MIDI controller. It follows in the footsteps of the Oxygen8 keyboard controller. M-Audio O2 features 25 full-size, half-action, velocity-sensitive keys, along with eight MIDI-assignable knobs, eight MIDI-assignable buttons, and assignable volume slider. A sustain pedal input is also provided.
SV-315 Compressor and SV-517 EQ by Sonalksis are going to version 1.24 because they conform to Apple's new 'AUValidator' test suite. These plugins should work with new Apple Logic 7.
FabFilter has announced an update to version 3.0.1 for its Mac OS X Audio Unit version FabFilter One. This new version features : improved Audio Units support for compatibility with new Logic Pro 7, and synthesizer now uses the correct parameter type for its indexed parameters.
LinPlug has announced an update for Alpha to version 2.2.1 and for daOrgan to version 2.1.1. Alpha 2.2.1 is now compatible with Mac OSX 10.3.5 and daOrgan 2.1.1 is also now compatible with Mac OSX 10.3.5. and features an improved Expression Pedal response.
Rogue Amoeba has shown us a constant and high quality work over the years, proposing brilliant audio utility softwares (Nicecast, Audio Hijack) for Mac. Once more Rogue Amoeba is faithful to its reputation and proposes Audio Hijack Pro version 2.1. This new release features : new Channel Tweaker plugin, a main window now 800x600-resolution compliant, added Output Device selector, variables in Tags section, updated Instant Hijack Component to v 1.2.8 and more...
A good opportunity to go and visit their site to discover Audio Hijack Pro and other little gems that Rogue Amoeba designs with enthusiasm.
Levelground Media announced three plugins updates : its "Crunch EQ" goes to 1.1, the audio enhancer "Fattenizer" goes to 2.1 and "Vintasion" (which adds vintage style to your mixes) goes to 2.1.
These three updates are available from the MacMusic software section.
Most of Logic Pro 6 users are cursing at the upgrade for Logic Pro 7. Today, they have to pay out a complete purchase (329 € / 299 $) as users of the previous and old versions. Moreover, some of them had to pay out to upgrade the software from the Platinium to the Pro version (200 € !!).
If you agree with us and if you want to support this petition (on the forum), send a mail with your name, first name, City, Zip Code and Country to : logicpetition@yahoo.fr
The Pro Tools 6.4cs9 TDM and LE software updates are now available for download. These updates are recommended for all Pro Tools 6.4 HD and all Pro Tools LE 6.4 users and features : fixed intermittent pops or incorrect audio when playing a session (Item #54406), fixed potential crash when opening sessions containing assigned MIDI inputs or outputs.
Updates available from the Digidesign CS download page.
RTGS-X is a Real-Time Granular Synthesizer that can be used to generate brand new sounds or to manipulate and distort existing sounds. It is very useful in generating dense sonic textures, which can evolve quickly or over long periods, to create alien soundscapes. It is also useful for creating short sound effects or sonic motives, which could be used in musical or theatrical situations.
A new version 1.3 is available in our Softs section.
Steinberg's virtual sampler HALion has been upated to version 3.0.1.538 in both VST and AudioUnit. This new version features : more practical numerical changes with mouse wheel for text edit and many bugs fixed.
Moog music announced that the first production models of the long-awaited new Etherwave Pro theremin have begun coming off the assembly line. The Etherwave Pro is a professional quality theremin featuring classic theremin sounds, excellent playability housed in a eye-catching cabinet. It is designed as a solution for the gigging musician who wants the best theremin available in a portable package. The Etherwave Pro features removable pitch and volume antennas. The Pitch range of this instrument extends to 6 1/2 octaves.
WormHole by Apulsoft is an Audio Unit that can transmit audio via TCP/IP between applications or to send audio between multiple computers. The new version 1.2 features : TCP/IP latency drastically reduced, VST version automatically detects whether the plugin is being run mono or stereo, nicer look of the manual, less CPU load and fixed problems with WormHoleConfigAuthorize in Mac OSX 10.2.
Ivory is a sample-based triple piano virtual instrument by Synthogy and produced by piano sound designer Joe Ierardi. Ivory features over 3,500 piano samples designed to recreate every nuance of three grand pianos: Steinway D 9' Concert Grand, Bosendorfer 290 Imperial Grand and Yamaha C7 Grand.
Ivory is available for AU, VST and RTAS, on both Mac OS 9 and OS X and costs $349.
Disco 2.3.2 is a DJ Mixing shareware which features two audio players with pitch control, pitch bend, jogwheel, backward/forward, break and cue points, a DJ mixer with crossfader, cuening, bass, treble and balance, a music library with search field and other goodies, a playlist Editor. This software supports the import of multiple audio formats including MP3, AAC, WAV etc...
Sibelius Software announced SibeliusMusic Stores which is an online self-publishing service for small publishers, composers and arrangers to publish and sell music in an easy-to-use and secure environment.
Info on this new service is available from the Sibelius web site.
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LinPlug has announced an update for Alpha to version 2.2.1 and for daOrgan to version 2.1.1. Alpha 2.2.1 is now compatible with Mac OSX 10.3.5 and daOrgan 2.1.1 is also now compatible with Mac OSX 10.3.5. and features an improved Expression Pedal response.
Most of Logic Pro 6 users are cursing at the upgrade for Logic Pro 7. Today, they have to pay out a complete purchase (329 € / 299 $) as users of the previous and old versions. Moreover, some of them had to pay out to upgrade the software from the Platinium to the Pro version (200 € !!).
The Pro Tools 6.4cs9 TDM and LE software updates are now available for download. These updates are recommended for all Pro Tools 6.4 HD and all Pro Tools LE 6.4 users and features : fixed intermittent pops or incorrect audio when playing a session (Item #54406), fixed potential crash when opening sessions containing assigned MIDI inputs or outputs.
