The Myriad Music Plug-In enables you to build Web pages in which music will be played, displayed, printed, saved... Music files are ".mus" files created with Melody Assistant or Harmony Assistant. Since the plug-in uses the same sound database as Melody/Harmony, you are sure the result is what you expected. Much more, it provides a digital quality output but files are short. This plug-in work with Netscape, Internet Explorer, Mozilla, Opera.
Steinberg announces that the updated version of its virtual piano instrument is now shipping worldwide. The Grand 2 features an entirely new added grand piano, surround capabilities as well as a range of features designed to maximise computer resource efficiency.
The Grand 2 is available for 239 euros and existing customers can update to the new The Grand 2 version for 89 euros.
Studio Projects announces a new and amazing pop-filter, suitable for all vocal applications. The SP-MPF directional capability allows for different sonic detail depending on which side of the filter faces the artist. The front side (logo facing the artist) offers better midrange clarity and less low frequency detail. Turn it around, you get less midrange and more lows!
KAE Labs announces the release of VocalWriter 2.0, an update version now supporting Mac OS X. In addition, this release features increased vocal polyphony to 20 voices, downloadable PDF documentation and a lower shareware registration fee. VocalWriter is an application that can automatically sing unrestricted English lyrics. Combining a software vocal / instrumental synthesizer with an interactive music editor, VocalWriter is a MIDI file editor, player and synthesizer in a single integrated environment.
The NAMM summer session 2005 will take place from Friday July 22d to Sunday July 24th at Indiana Convention Center and RCA Dome, Indianapolis, Indiana USA. This year NAMM is joining with the Midwest Music Summit to fill the downtown area with more than 250 bands and artists for entertainment after show hours.
Mackie announces that its Tracktion software is now compatible with Mac OS 10.4 - aka Tiger - operating system. Tracktion is an audio/midi workstation - giving you a clean, intuitive, and clutter-free interface without losing the features you find in software costing much more.
MacMusic doesn't make a habit of relating information in connexion with private life in this section, however the sad news has been confirmed for several weeks : Robert Moog is sick. The famous "Bob", to whom musicians owe so much, is suffering from an inoperable brain tumor. Bob Moog's condition seems to change from day to day. His family has just put online a site and a visitor's book to collect messages from friends and from the musical community.
MacMusic pays all its sympathy and support to Bob Moog and his family.
Native Instruments presents Kontakt Experience, the first instrument collection specifically designed for Kontakt 2. Kontakt Experience includes 128 new instruments that cover a wide range of musical styles and include lead synths, bass, vocal sounds, drum kits, pads, guitars, various construction kits, and much more.
Kontakt Experience ships on a single DVD and is exclusively for use with Kontakt 2. It will be available in August 2005 for $119 or 99 Euro.
Sony Oxford announces their upcoming newest plug-in, The Oxford Limiter. It uses logarithmic side chain processing with innovative adaptive timing functionality. It features a new dithering functionality with selectable and variable depth noise shaping which ensures first class mastering output quality in either 24 bit or 16 bit modes.
Oxford Limiter TDM will be $530 and Oxford Limiter LE $350 .
Digidesign introduce the Pro Tools Method One training DVD. Designed specifically to help Pro Tools users make the most of their Digidesign Pro Tools|HD, Pro Tools LE, or Pro Tools M-Powered system, the Pro Tools Method One training DVD can help users get familiar with the vast capabilities of the industry's most popular digital audio workstation. Composer Eddie Heidenreich explains core concepts and Pro Tools techniques in a simple, straightforward manner that is easy to follow.
Berklee College of Music announces a new service for students "Berkleemusic Radio". Now you can get your music off your computer and onto the airwaves with Berkleemusic's new student-only online radio station! All current or past Berkleemusic students are welcome to submit a high-quality track of their original music for consideration.
Pamelia Kurstin lives in New-York and is one of the best Theremin player in the world. MacMusic is very proud to publish in its article section an interview of this famous performer.
Rogue Amoeba adds support for Automator to its Audio Hijack software. This update version 2.2.2 also fixes several bugs. Audio Hijack can record audio from any app that outputs audio on Mac.
This update is available in the MacMusic software section.
Digidesign posted an update to version 6.9.1cs1 for its Pro Tools TDM software. This update for Pro Tools|HD and Pro Tools|HD Accel systems with Pro Tools TDM 6.9.1 software features :
- Fixed: Legacy Peripherals Attached to a 192 I/O or a 96 I/O (with Firmware Version 4.3) Would Exhibit Incorrect Gain at Their Inputs (Item # 59048)
- Fixed: Reduced Track Counts In Record On Any Hard Drive (Items #49090 and #53842).
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