Native Instruments has updated the Mac OS X Universal Binary version of Pro-53 to v3.0.4. This update solves some minor problems with the previous release :
- If used within a host environment, LFO and Delay effect are now correctly synchronized to the MIDI clock.
- The Preset Name Display has been improved.
- The installation process has been optimized so that hosts should find the plug-in more easily.
Note that you need to have activated Pro-53 3.0.3 in order to download this service update.
Antares has announced that maintenance releases of all versions of Auto-Tune 5 for Mac and PC are now available. These releases bring the features from the previous TDM and RTAS updates to all the other versions as well as add additional workflow enhancements to make your pitch correction process even easier.
Features :
- Auto-Scrolling in Graphical Mode
- Increased Maximum Buffer Size
- Set Option Defaults
- Improved Curve/Line Selection
- Scroll Wheel Support
- Bypass "Clear All" Warning
- Faster Instantiation
These are free updates for all Auto-Tune 5 owners. For more information, please visit their web site.
Presonus has announced the following rebate worldwide : purchase a FirePod, FireBox or Inspire 1394 recording system and receive Drumagog LE, Lounge Lizard Session and Ultra Analog Session for free. This offer is available until June 30, 2007. For more details, follow the link below.
Native Instruments has announced that Traktor Scratch is now available in stores worldwide. Traktor Scratch is a DJ system allowing you to spin your digital track collection on vinyl or CD turntables. It comprises of intuitive software, special 'timecoded' vinyl control records and CDs, two professional multi-core connection cables, and AUDIO 8 DJ - a high-end audio interface built specifically for DJs.
Traktor Scratch is available for a suggested retail price of $ 669 / 599 from authorized dealers and in the NI Online Shop. Furthermore, a special time-limited Traktor Scratch Crossgrade is available for owners of TRAKTOR 2/3, as well as for owners of Stanton FinalScratch and Serato Scratch Live. The crossgrade is priced at $ 449 / 399 . and will be only available until May 31st.
AmpliTube Jimi Hendrix is available now in VST, AU, RTAS and stand-alone formats for Mac OS X (UB) with an MSRP of $249/199 (tax excluded). A ten-day fully functional demo is also available. Note that for a limited time only, all IK registered users (of both retail and special bundled versions such as AmpliTube LE, T-RackS EQ and SampleTank SE) can purchase the AmpliTube Jimi Hendrix Crossgrade at a special reduced price of MSRP $199/169 (tax excluded). This deal is valid until July 31, 2007.
Blue Sky announces the launch of EXO, a complete, full-range studio monitoring solution. The system consists of an 8" powered subwoofer (which also contains the amplifiers and bass management circuitry for the system), Left & Right 2-way satellite speakers, and an ingenious desktop remote 'hub'. One of the more unique features of this hub is that it allows you to simultaneously plug in and monitor an assortment of peripherals via the XLR / TRS, RCA and 3.5 mm mini jack inputs.
Features :
- True, full-range stereo monitoring system
- Two - 3" 2-way satellites, with 1" soft-dome tweeter
- Separate 8" subwoofer, for extended low frequency response
- 160 Watts of total system power (35W per satellite, 90W subwoofer)
- Convenient desktop remote control and connection hub
- XLR / TRS ...
For one month only, Camel Audio are offering a massive 50% discount on their Cameleon 5000 synthesizer, which means you can buy it for just $99 / 94 / £64 until the end of May instead of $199 / 187 / £128. Cameleon 5000 is an additive soft-synth with resynthesis and sound-morphing capabilities, which excels at pads and evolving textures and boasts a library of more than 2000 presets.
Visit the Camel Audio website to download the demo, hear example MP3s, and buy online.
NUSofting has announced that Combo Sister is now available for Mac OS X Universal Binary enabling Mac users to enjoy the sound of the transistor combo organ.
Features :
- 2 oscillators banks :
* Transistor "enriched sine wave" sound (for "Hammond imitator" electric organs).
* Transistor square wave (for buzzer combo).
* Extra Bass oscillators bank for 16' and 8' ranks.
Responding to requests from musician's everywhere, Submersible Music now has a demo version available of its award-winning "DrumCore" software. Plus "DrumCore LT", the DrummerPack player, provides access to DrumCore quality grooves at a breakthrough price.
"DrumCore LT" is a "lite" version of DrumCore 2, and is positioned as a DrummerPack player giving musicians, producers and songwriters access to DrummerPack content for merely the price of the DrummerPack(s) they purchase ($69 US MAP).
Users simply download the free DrumCore LT player and then purchase their DrummerPack(s) and import the DrummerPack(s) into DrumCore LT.
DrumCore LT Features :
- DrummerPack librarian/search features the fastest way to find great beats
- GrooveSets building blocks for creating a great drum track
- MIDI drumkits access to impeccably recorded kits used by hit-proven drummers
- The "Gabrielizer " fuel for the creative process
Waves V-Series plug-ins, developed by modeling classic British analog audio components, are now available in a bundle separately from the Waves Mercury bundle.
Native version costs $800 and the TDM one costs $1600. For more information, please visit the link below.