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Lem Echo Music simulates a vintage tape delay with three virtual playheads
13 Dec 2019 · Lem Echo Music recreates the sound of three playheads onto a single strip of tape, complete with the wow, flutter and audio degradation you'd expect from an old tape machine.
TC Electronic launches Hall of Fame 2 Mini Reverb and Flashback 2 Mini Delay
13 Dec 2019 · A mini mash-up of two of TC Electronics' most popular effects pedals, the new Hall of Fame 2 Mini Reverb and Flashback 2 Mini Delay both use the company's footswitch expression technology.
MOTU releases Digital Performer 10.1 with many new features
13 Dec 2019 · MOTU has released Digital Performer 10.1. The update adds many new features to the DAW, including Clips in Tracks, real-time and offline stem bouncing and retrospective MIDI recording.
CME WIDI Master: wireless MIDI over Bluetooth, without a computer
12 Dec 2019 · CME has announced the WIDI Master. The little adapter adds Bluetooth connectivity to any MIDI device, without the need for a computer. Is this the wireless MIDI breakthrough we've been waiting for?
Origin Effects Cali76-TX and Cali76-TX-L pedals: Reissuing a classic 1176 emulation
12 Dec 2019 · To celebrate the 10,000th Cali76 Compact Deluxe pedal, Origin Effects is re-releasing the Cali76 large-format stompbox in two versions - that lack one useful feature of its smaller sibling...
Gibson launches Murphy Lab, revamps Custom Shop division
12 Dec 2019 · Gibson revamps the Custom Shop! The Murphy Lab is a new Custom Shop division headed by guitar relic'ing expert artisan Tom Murphy. Will 2020 bring even more accurately aged guitars?
Behringer gives a glimpse of Moog Modular inspired Eurorack modules
12 Dec 2019 · In the video for their new Eurorack Go modular case Behringer also gave a glimpse of some very interesting, unannounced Eurorack modules that are extremely Moogy.
Behringer reveals Eurorack Go: 2 x 140HP modular case
12 Dec 2019 · Behringer posts a video showing a new large but portable Eurorack case solution with integrated power supply, stand and carry handle. It's called Eurorack Go and could be very useful indeed.
Deal: Get IK Multimedia Black 76 Limiting Amplifier for free
12 Dec 2019 · Want an early Christmas present? Audio Plugin Deals is giving away the IK Multimedia Black 76 Limiting Amplifier for free. There has never been a better time to add the 1176 emulation to your arsenal!
Studio One 4.6 adds amp sims, content hub, a better browser and pattern editing
11 Dec 2019 · Highlights in Studio One 4.6 include "dramatic improvements" to the Ampire guitar amp suite and updates to the Browser and Pattern Editor, alongside a reinvented Exchange content sharing hub.
MIA Super Bundle: Three one-knob plug-ins to add thickness, brilliance & punch
11 Dec 2019 · Add bass, improve clarity and smack up your audio with three super-sized one-knob audio processors from MIA Labs: Super Fat, Super Thin and Super Muscle.
Best polyphonic synthesizers of 2019: The Top 6 new polysynths you can actually buy
11 Dec 2019 · We all like multiple voices; the pads, the stabs and the textures as tones and timbres cascade and interweave. Which polyphonic synthesizers that went on sale in 2019 are your favourites?
Roland Cloud puts the XV-5080 Universe of Sound online
11 Dec 2019 · Roland defined the sound of the "naughties" with the XV-5080 PCM-based sound module and now it's available on Roland Cloud with all the editing that software can offer.
HK Audio introduces the POLAR 10 compact PA system
11 Dec 2019 · HK Audio has introduced the POLAR 10 column PA. Designed to combine simple handling with a well-balanced sound, the POLAR 10 includes a subwoofer, column speaker, and built-in mixer with Bluetooth.
The new Apple Mac Pro is finally here: behold the $50k computer
10 Dec 2019 · Apple has finally released the new Mac Pro. That means that we can now answer the question: Just how much does a maxed-out 2019 Mac Pro cost? The base model is USD 5999, but wait till you upgrade it!
Behringer Podcastudio 2 USB: all you need for podcasting on a budget
10 Dec 2019 · Behringer has updated its podcasting bundle. The Behringer Podcastudio 2 USB includes everything you need for podcasting on a budget: USB mixer, headphones, microphone, mic stand and cables.
Behringer BA 19A and B 906: more cloned microphones for the masses
10 Dec 2019 · Behringer has announced the BA 19A Condenser Boundary Microphone and B 906 Dynamic Microphone. With the new mics, the company continues its mission of cloning the most successful microphones around.
FL Studio 20.6 update adds new effects, CV control and many improvements
10 Dec 2019 · FL Studio 20.6 is available! A sizeable update, it not only optimizes this venerable DAW but packs in a lot of new additions, like the Distructor and Voltage Controller features.
Erica Synths discontinues DIY modules to focus on educational kits
10 Dec 2019 · Erica Synths has decided to discontinue its line of DIY modules in order to focus on creating educational kits aimed at learning the basics of electronics.
Klevgrand Hillman: A simple, great-sounding vintage combo synth
10 Dec 2019 · A perfectly simple and beautifully presented virtual instrument from Klevgrand that's a bit like an organ, a bit like a string synth and a lot like a lush sounding instrument.
Heritage Audio HA-609A: Neve-style dual mono/stereo compressor/limiter
10 Dec 2019 · Heritage Audio has introduced the HA-609A diode bridge compressor/limiter. The dual mono/stereo compressor/limiter offers two linkable channels with an entirely discrete class A circuit design.
Zplane deCoda helps you transcribe and learn songs
09 Dec 2019 · Zplane has released deCoda, a new application for transcribing songs. It offers some exciting features like automatic chord detection and a focus mode for highlighting specific instruments in the mix.