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.

Shuriken has released Berrtill which is a a distortion-unit plug-in modelled from an "home-made" circuit bent hardware.

Berrtill is available as a VST effect plug-in for Mac OS X Universal Binary and it is free (donations welcome).

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.