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Spitfire Solo Strings Total Performance Update Originally released last year to widespread critical acclaim, Spitfire Audio is proud to announce availability of a free update to SPITFIRE SOLO STRINGS — itself featuring first-call London virtuoso single players performing in the hallowed (Lyndhurst) Hall at London’s legendary AIR Studios, the acoustic luxury of which was captured on rich- sounding 2-inch tape to join a long line of outstanding sample-based virtual instrument libraries for Native Instruments’ industry-standard KONTAKT PLAYER platform, also adhering to the NKS (NATIVE KONTROL STANDARD®) extended plug-in format for full compatibility with NI hardware, and now including the sound-specialising British music technology company’s SOLO CELLO Total Performance patch alongside its highly-intuitive SOLO VIOLIN (virtuoso) one — as of October 17.Not only are those highly-intuitive SOLO VIOLIN (virtuoso) and newly-added SOLO CELLO Total Performance patches included in SPITFIRE SOLO STRINGS, so effectively available for free to existing owners of this superlative-sounding sample-based virtual instrument library that is designed to stand out and also sit perfectly alongside Spitfire Audio’s other orchestral ranges, they are also available to purchase as separate sample-based virtual instrument libraries — namely, SPITFIRE SOLO CELLO and SPITFIRE SOLO VIOLIN — for the KONTAKT PLAYER platform. Either way, though, they represent the sound-specialising British music technology company’s most detailed and advanced solo violin and solo cello to date... Continue reading: Spitfire Audio ships SPITFIRE SOLO STRINGS update with newly-added SOLO CELLO Total Performance patch in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Spitfire Audio BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Sample Library Launched late-August at London’s legendary Barbican Centre to widespread wonderment, Spitfire Audio is proud to announce availability of BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA — the most essential orchestral package the sound- specialising British music technology company has ever created, working in partnership with BBC Studios, the British television production and distribution company that is the commercial arm of the oldest entertainment organisation in the world, and in close collaboration with one of the world’s most renowned orchestras (to which it obviously owes its notable name) at one of the world’s most renowned recording venues (London’s legendary Maida Vale Studios) to realise a new standard in orchestral composition as a landmark library lovingly presented within Spitfire Audio’s award-winning standalone plug-in (also available to buy as a sleek 1TB Samsung 860 EVO SSD housed in a beautiful bespoke hard case, providing plug-and-play-style playability in an instant, without waiting to download the library) — as of October 24.“To suddenly have all I need at my fingertips is a game changer.” Cutting to the creative core of what makes BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA so special is Spitfire Audio co-founder and composer Christian Henson. He has every right to be so musically moved since this is... Continue reading: Spitfire Audio announces availability of BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA as new standard in orchestral composition in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
REVIEW: Spitfire Audio SYMPHONIC ORGAN "Achieve that awe-inspiring cinematic sound made famous in blockbuster scores such as Interstellar, 2001: A Space Odyssey and Tron. Presenting the Rugby School Chapel organ — a monstrous, 3,721-pipe, cathedral-sized organ housed in an intimate chapel — creating an epic but immediate sound like no other. To capture its unique depth, power and beauty, we teamed up with composer, producer and organ expert Andy Richards, who has curated stop combinations for instant playability, enabling you to get the best out of this beautifully-voiced instrument." That is the official description for Symphonic Organ, now available from Spitfire Audio, which has provided DigiFreq with a NFR copy for review.The Symphonic Organ Sample Library Symphonic Organ is a Kontakt Player-based sample library consisting of approximately 17,760 samples for a NKX compressed size of 23.8 GB with 24 GB of disk space required during installation. While Spitfire lists the Kontakt version requirement as 5.6.8, we were unable to test that exact version. We did, however, test the library in both 5.8.1 and 6.1.1 without any difficulties. Two main instruments are provided, with the first being the Organ itself (Symphonic Organ.nki). This instrument, at a total sample size of 55.22 GB with 1.90 GB loaded in memory, includes 16 curated articulations numbered in order of intensity, as follows:... Read the full review Spitfire Audio SYMPHONIC ORGAN. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
ELYSION Ensemble Engine-Based Scoring Tool Elysion is our big answer for big questions! A huge and incredibly fast scoring tool, perfectionated to fill the space with inspiration. Score the future and experience the infinite sound cosmos, Elysion unfolds just on a fingertip.- Elysion is built on handcrafted processed and synthesized sounds, treated like acoustic instruments - Elysion sets a high level for hybrid composing: incredibly simple and outrageously beautiful. - Elysion is the massive hybrid twin to The Orchestra - Elysion contains 142 playable instruments and over 230 complex animated themes. Built on Handcrafted, Synthesized Sounds bursting of Expression and Variety As the first one able to catch the incredible dynamic and lively character of synthetic instruments, Elysion redefines sampling... Continue reading: Best Service and Sonuscore announce the release of ELYSION Ensemble Engine-Based Scoring Tool in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Acon Digital Restoration Suite 2 Acon Digital announces the release of Restoration Suite 2. Restoration Suite consists of four cutting edge plug-ins for audio restoration work: DeNoise 2, DeHum 2, DeClick 2 and DeClip 2. DeNoise 2 introduces the novel dynamic noise profiles that help reducing noise that varies randomly over time, such as wind noise or rustle from lavalier microphones. Where the earlier versions merely captured a static noise print with time-constant noise levels, the dynamic noise profiles capture statistics from the noise to be reduced. The noise suppression algorithm then estimates the most suitable noise threshold curve for the noisy input signal using the measured statistics.The adaptive de-noising modes have also been significantly improved in version 2 and use a completely new estimation algorithm. Regardless of operating mode, the new noise suppression algorithm further reduces the typical and well-known artifacts from heavy noise reduction... Continue reading: Acon Digital updates Restoration Suite to Version 2 - a Giant Leap in Audio Quality in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Native Instruments TRAKTOR KONTROL S3 Native Instruments has announced TRAKTOR KONTROL S3, the essential four-channel controller for DJs ready to break into the world of four-deck DJing, add a new dimension to the way they play, and take their sets to bigger venues. From layering beats, to weaving in acapellas, performing with live vocalists and MCs, or playing back to back, the TRAKTOR KONTROL S3 encourages flexible DJing that expands the boundaries of performance. The S3 sees a continuation of the club-standard design language introduced to the TRAKTOR hardware line last year, with upsized jog wheels, extended pitch and channel faders, and a clean-cut four-channel mixer section with full EQ, filter, and Mixer FX control. Jog wheel light rings give dynamic visual feedback at a glance – with deck selection, activation, and track-end warnings. Each deck is equipped with... Continue reading: Native Instruments announces new, essential 4-channel DJ controller - TRAKTOR KONTROL S3 in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Sample Logic Cinematic Guitars Motion Over a decade ago, Sample Logic took the virtual instrument world by storm when they released the award-winning “Cinematic Guitars”. Since then, Sample Logic has continued to build upon that concept, expanding the idea of what guitars can sound like in a creative virtual world and to define the cinematic guitar’s place in modern music production. CINEMATIC GUITARS Motion is the next leap forward; a ground-breaking virtual instrument combining expertly sampled modern guitar tones with the world’s most powerful quad-core animator engine. Made entirely from guitars recorded by guitar impresario Steve Ouimette, CG MOTION includes 864 sampled instruments and presets, with 33 GB of inspiring audio (over 33,000 samples). CG MOTION incorporates Kontakt’s lossless sample storage compression to cram in tons of content. Think you know guitar libraries? Think again, as CG MOTION is entirely different to a traditional multi-sampled guitar library. It goes far beyond the status quo, with every preset meticulously layered and infused with motion and hybrid FX, resulting in a cinematic sound that blurs the line between music and sound design.NEXT LEVEL GUITARS Composer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Steve Ouimette was the audio sherpa on this axe-venture. Reaching into the depths of his extensive knowledge and adventurous playing styles, Steve was able to capture an incredible range of guitars and other string exotics. These range in scope from... Continue reading: Sample Logic announces the release of Cinematic Guitars Motion Virtual Instrument in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Accusonus RHYTHMIQ Artificially Intelligent Beat Assistant Accusonus announce the release of Rhythmiq, a revolutionary beat-assistant for electronic musicians, producers, live performers and DJs. It uses A.I. to help you turn your tracks into a performance in a way that was previously thought impossible. Rhythmiq is fundamentally different from anything else you’ve seen. It allows you to re-shape your loops in real time and safely improvise with them while performing live. It’s your new ‘bandmate’ who learns from you! Ιt will boost your inspiration and it will help you create unique live-evolving compositions. Rhythmiq is the result of over 2 years of development and several tech breakthroughs. It was created to solve the eternal problem of lack of flexibility and freedom, when jamming in the studio or performing electronic music in front of an audience. As a producer, you don’t want to fixate over which button to press and which knob to turn - you want to take spontaneous decisions and stay in the flow. Rhythmiq analyzes and understands your beats and instantly allows you to create new arrangements... Continue reading: Accusonus has released Rhythmiq, the Artificially Intelligent Beat Assistant in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
iZotope Ozone 9 Audio Mastering Software iZotope, Inc., the experts in intelligent audio technology, today launch Ozone 9, building on a seventeen year legacy in audio mastering. Ozone 9 brings balance to music with never-before seen processing for low end, new real-time instrument separation, and lightning-fast workflows powered by machine learning. With features such as its expanded Master Assistant, creators can deliver the exact vibe they are looking for - from warm analog character to transparent loudness for streaming. Ozone 9’s Tonal Balance Control can now talk to more iZotope plug-ins in the session and plug-in performance is improved for faster work, smoother metering, and resizable windows, helping users get rid of any uncertainty on whether music is ready for release. Master Rebalance gives Ozone 9 users the final say in a mix. Instrument levels can be corrected or changed without needing the original tracks. For example, users can add presence to vocals without affecting the midrange, or eliminate muddy low end by slightly lowering the bass guitar. Weak-sounding drums can be corrected with one small boost that can save hours of EQ surgery... Continue reading: iZotope Continues to Steer the Future of Mastering Audio with the Release of Ozone 9 in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Voxengo r8brain PRO 2.0 Sample Rate Converter Voxengo is happy to announce the release of r8brain PRO version 2.0 - a professional sample rate converter tool software designed to deliver an unprecedented sample rate conversion (SRC) quality. r8brain PRO is available for Windows 64-bit computers.r8brain PRO is a professional sample rate converter tool software designed to deliver an unprecedented sample rate conversion (SRC) quality. Unlike other existing SRC algorithms available on the market, r8brain PRO implements sample rate conversion processing in its full potential: interpolation and decimation steps without exploiting any kind of simplifications; the signal is resampled in a multi-step manner using a series of least common multiple sample rates which makes conversion perfect – both in signal-to-noise and timing precision aspects. Such whole number-factored SRC can be considered a golden standard in sample rate conversion as it is not subject to jitter and timing errors. Like many existing SRC algorithms, r8brain PRO offers you a linear-phase conversion mode. But more importantly... Continue reading: Voxengo releases r8brain PRO 2.0 Sample Rate Converter in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
AAS Ultra Analog VA-3 Synthesizer Plug-In Applied Acoustics Systems announces the official release of Ultra Analog VA-3—an all-new version of its analog synthesizer for Mac OS X and Windows.Ultra Analog VA-3 is a two-voice two-oscillator-bi-filter-plus-effects analog synthesizer with advanced editing options that achieve a sweet balance between familiarity and flexibility. Ultra Analog VA-3 ships with 1000+ presets taking full advantage of its state-of-the-art analog components. Here are some of Ultra Analog VA-3’s new features: - Home view—the Home view presents a distraction free and laid-back browsing and tweaking experience. - Two-Voice Multitimbral—Two independent timbres—stacked or split—create performance-friendly, texture-full, and spacious sounds. - Macros—Four performance macros per layer that respond to user-defined MIDI controls. Each and every sound features modulation, timbre, envelope, and effect morphing assignments that can be played in real time for enhanced expressivity and sonic dimension... Continue reading: Applied Acoustics Systems releases the Ultra Analog VA-3 analog synthesizer plug-in in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
IK Multimedia Hammond B-3X Virtual Instrument IK Multimedia announces the Hammond B-3X tonewheel organ virtual instrument. Created in close collaboration with Hammond USA and Suzuki Music Corp. of Japan, along with top Hammond artists, it meticulously recreates the sound, controls and entire effects signal path of the legendary Hammond B-3. This comprehensive approach offers a level of realism and detail that will satisfy most the discriminating B-3 fans while also offering an affordable introduction to the unique world of tonewheel organs that can be enjoyed by all levels of players.IK's industry-leading modeling techniques were employed to deliver fine details and nuances that passed the discerning ears of the Hammond Organ Company in Chicago. In addition to its authentic organ sound, this new instrument offers a full-rig chain including stomp effects, an extended version of IK's Leslie® Collection with a rotary cabinet with mix-and-match amp and cabinet models plus four microphones, a parallel guitar amp with 4x12 cabinet, a mixer and three studio post effects. Available for Mac/PC as a stand-alone application and as a virtual instrument plug-in, the Hammond B-3X offers... Continue reading: IK Multimedia Debuts Hammond B-3X virtual instrument in partnership with Hammond USA and Suzuki Music Corp. of Japan in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Reason 11 with the Reason Rack Plug-In is Here Reason Studios announced today that Reason 11 is now available via the newly released Reason Studios website and authorized resellers worldwide. Reason’s rack of legendary synths, instruments and effects can now be used in any DAW with the Reason Rack Plugin. Reason 11 also features six new devices, a host of workflow improvements, and a new Reason Suite offering.“We’re thrilled to release Reason 11 today.” said Mattias Häggström Gerdt, Product Manager. “This release marks a new era for Reason. More musicians can explore the powerful Reason Rack than ever before —as a plugin or a DAW—and I personally can’t wait to hear the music they’ll make.” Load any of your favorite Reason devices into any DAW with the Reason Rack Plugin (VST/AU*), complete with the free routing and great sounds you’d expect from Reason. Craft and polish your sound with new innovative modulation effects and a trio of devices pulled from Reason’s million-dollar mixing console. Or create music faster than ever in Reason. Edit, draw, crossfade, curve and zoom – building your tracks in no time... Continue reading: Reason Studios Releases Reason 11 with the Reason Rack Plug-In in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 DSP Accelerator Universal Audio is proud to release the UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt, an upgraded version of the popular DSP Accelerator available in QUAD or OCTO Core formats, now with Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. The UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 is a powerhouse DSP accelerator that gives Mac and Windows 10 users complete access to the world’s most detailed and authentic analog emulation plug-ins, exclusively on the UAD platform. Bolstered by next-generation connectivity, UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 lets users run large professional mixes with the rich analog character of award-winning UA-developed plug-ins, including exclusive titles from Neve, Fender, Lexicon, Studer, and many more. Plus, it’s backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 UA devices. UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 DSP Accelerator — Key Features:... Continue reading: Universal Audio Releases UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 DSP Accelerator in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Native Instruments Session Guitarist PICKED ACOUSTIC Native Instruments today introduced PICKED ACOUSTIC, a new addition to the company’s popular SESSION GUITARIST series of instruments. PICKED ACOUSTIC offers 194 skillfully played picking patterns in a diverse array of styles. All patterns are recorded on a sought-after vintage acoustic by a session pro. A dedicated second instrument (melody.nki) enables the integration of melodic playing with the included patterns. To customize the sound, users can choose from three distinct mic setups, various playing articulations, extensive effects, and more. PICKED ACOUSTIC runs in KONTAKT 6.1 and the free KONTAKT 6.1 PLAYER, and is available now at the NI Online Shop for $99 / 99€ / ¥12800 / £89 / AU$149/ CA$129/ RMB 799.194 patterns, 37 songs, and a separate melody instrument With PICKED ACOUSTIC, users can select from 194 picked rhythms, arpeggios, riffs, and strummed patterns in a range of styles and musical genres – from rock, pop, and reggae to country, folk, and Latin. All patterns can be performed in real time. Users can load the separate, included melody instrument to meld patterns and melodies into one cohesive performance. They can polish those performances by choosing between finger- and plectrum-based picking, adding slides and hammer-ons, and integrating advanced playing techniques, such as harmonics and tremolo... Continue reading: Native Instruments introduces PICKED ACOUSTIC Virtual Guitar Instrument in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
New Unfiltered Audio LION Synth Virtual Instrument Plugin Alliance, supporting all major plugin formats and uniting some of the best-known international audio companies under one virtual roof, is proud to announce availability of LION — latest release from fellow Californian company and plugin-creating partner Unfiltered Audio that this time sees it welcomed to the synthesis jungle with the King of soft synths, an extraordinarily deep VI (Virtual Instrument) anchored around an easy- to-use interface providing everything needed for quick patching, endless experimentation, and intuitive sound design — as of September 17…Unfiltered Audio advanced audio processing plugins by developing some of the most innovative and forward-thinking tools in the world. With the cutting- edge Californian company's groundbreaking first foray into the wonderful world of software synthesizers similarly scaling new heights, it is set to become the King of the synthesis jungle! Jesting apart, LION is an extremely versatile synthesizer with a very simple signal path, putting two oscillators through a mixer and running them through a filter — much like a traditional subtractive synthesizer. Saying that, LION is far from traditional in its exotic execution, however, effectively encouraging endless experimentation in typical Unfiltered Audio innovative and forward-thinking fashion... Continue reading: Unfiltered Audio LION lets users synthesize like a King, roaring into release with Plugin Alliance as a versatile VI in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Audio Imperia Nucleus - The Orchestral Core Nucleus is an orchestral software instrument made for Kontakt Player, that is both compact and versatile. An uncompromising symphonic essentials library designed to bring cinematic sound quality and an easy-to-use and complete creative toolset within anybody’s reach.Nucleus boils the cinematic orchestra formula down to the essentials needed for realistic cinematic orchestral scoring. The library includes patches for every scenario, with soloists, individual instrument sections, pre-orchestrated ensembles and full ensembles providing all the flexibility of a real orchestra at your fingertips. Nucleus' intuitive interface design provides a number of innovative solutions – a perfect mix of functionality, usability, and aesthetics. All the flexibility and customization you'd expect is there, but the advanced controls stay out of your way when you don't need them. Features include:... Continue reading: Audio Imperia releases Nucleus - The Orchestral Core Sample Library for Kontakt Player in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Blue Cat's Plug'n Script 3.2 Audio and MIDI Scripting Plug-In Blue Cat Audio has released a free update for Blue Cat's Plug'n Script, their scripting software that can be programmed to create custom audio and MIDI effects or virtual instruments inside most Digital Audio Workstations (DAW). With its ability to export independent plug-ins in AAX format for Pro Tools and Media Composer (in addition to already supported VST, VST3 or Audio Unit plug-ins formats), the new source code encryption options for exported plug-ins, the new KUIML 2.6 user interface programming language and the new data sharing features between the dsp and the user interface, this new version is full-featured development environment to create state of the art audio plug-ins for all Digital Audio Workstations. Plug'n Script 3.2 also brings full MIDI I/O support for VST3, a new preset browser (also available in exported plug-ins) and many other improvements (full list below)... Continue reading: Blue Cat Audio Releases Blue Cat's Plug'n Script 3.2 Audio and MIDI Scripting Plug-In - Get 10% off! in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
New Mackie ProFXv3 Professional Effects Mixers Mackie has announced the complete redesign of their most popular analog mixer series, ProFXv3 Professional Effects Mixers with USB. Now with Mackie's renowned Onyx™ mic preamps, GigFX™ Effects Engine, 2x4 24-Bit / 192kHz USB recording, and a new modern design. Not only are these great for live sound in clubs, bars, and venues, they are the perfect choice for home studios, content creators, and live streaming. Now included with the purchase of any ProFXv3 model is industry-stand DAW, Pro Tools® | First, plus the exclusive Mackie Musician Collection™ featuring 23 Avid® plug-ins valued at over $400 USD retail. The ProFXv3 Series is available in the 6-Channel ProFX6v3, 10-Channel ProFX10v3, 12-Channel ProFX12v3, 16-Channel ProFX16v3, 22-Channel ProFX22v3, and 30-Channel ProFX30v3. ProFXv3 Series mixers start with Mackie's flagship Onyx mic preamps that offer incredible noise and distortion performance to ensure the cleanest signal path possible. With up to 60dB of gain on tap, even the most gain-hungry mics will shine. "Our Onyx mic preamps offer boutique-quality performance and sound quality," said Matt Herrin, Mackie Product Manager. "Bringing them to ProFX for the first time is a major upgrade to the series that makes that sought-after sound more accessible than ever..." Continue reading: Mackie Elevates ProFX Mixer Series with Professional Upgrades in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Sonarworks Reference 4.3 Studio Correction Software The Latvia-based audio technology company, Sonarworks releases the latest update to their award-winning software, Reference 4. Dedicated to both current and new users, the update includes a reworked filter mode as well as usability, latency and onboarding improvements to help experience the software with greater ease. Following the complete revamp of the Systemwide app, the update now includes on-demand headphone profile downloads, which makes for a quicker set-up time and also allows users to download profiles for their individually measured headphones directly into the software. The UI on both macOS and Windows can now be switched to dark mode, a long requested feature from the night-owls of the Sonarworks community. The Reference 4.3 update also introduces a mixed filter mode with a much-needed improvement over the previous “optimum” version. Having worked hard doing internal research and external testing, the new filter serves as a good middle ground to deliver accurate frequency response and sound quality without introducing significant latency... Continue reading: Sonarworks Reference 4.3 Adds New Features in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Free CHROMATIC FIRE sound pack for MASCHINE users Native Instruments today releases CHROMATIC FIRE – a free collection of sounds, MASCHINE kits, and projects from some of the company’s favorite artists and sound designers – including Torsten Fassbender, Snipe Young, and Sasha. The Expansion – a “thank you” to the users that have inspired and been inspired by MASCHINE so far – forms part of the instrument’s ten-year anniversary celebrations, alongside limited edition hardware and exclusive new features on Native’s blog and YouTube channel. Spanning an eclectic mix of genres, CHROMATIC FIRE’s 14 included projects showcase some of the sounds that MASCHINE has helped to develop or evolve since its release in 2009 – from industrial techno to East Coast hip hop and all points in between. A total of 15 new and exclusive drum kits, 172 drum samples, 61 construction loops, and 98 one-shots are included, along with 17 presets for Native synths (MASSIVE, MONARK, and REAKTOR PRISM), 6 MASCHINE sample instruments, 12 Drum Synth presets, and 41 patterns. All included content is royalty-free and invites producers to remix, reinterpret, and reimagine in any way they choose... Continue reading: Native Instruments releases CHROMATIC FIRE sound pack - free to MASCHINE users in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
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Spitfire Audio SYMPHONIC ORGAN Virtual InstrumentSpitfire Audio is proud to announce availability of SYMPHONIC ORGAN — achieving the hitherto unachievable sound of the organ in imaginations to access those powerful cinematic sonics popularised by blockbuster film scores such as 2001: A Space Odyssey, Interstellar, and Tron, courtesy of an immensely powerful, cathedral-sized organ built into Rugby School Chapel, creating an epic but immediate sound like no other, professionally captured and creatively presented as a definitive library like no other, comprising carefully curated, ready-to-play presets perfect for fitting well with the sound-specialising British music technology company’s other SYMPHONIC range releases already available for Native Instruments’ KONTAKT sample playback engine — as of August 22… As a highly versatile instrument, now widely used beyond its original church or horror film score setting, the pipe organ is perfectly positioned for adding beauty, depth, and power to orchestral scores and compositions. Celebrated symphonic works such as French composer, conductor, organist, and pianist Charles-Camille Saint-Saëns’ 1886-completed Symphony No. 3 in C minor, Op. 78 — better known as the Organ Symphony — clearly make much use of an instrument that also provides the foundation for countless film scores spanning various genres, including 1958’s Vertigo (Bernard Herrmann), 1968’s 2001: A Space Odyssey (from Richard Strauss’ 1896 work Also sprach Zarathustra), 1982’s Koyaanisqatsi (Philip Glass), 1982’s Tron (Wendy Carlos), and 2014’s Interstellar (Hans Zimmer), to name a notable few... Continue reading: Spitfire schools itself in achieving organ sound in imaginations with SYMPHONIC ORGAN Virtual Instrument in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Chris Hein Strings Compact Virtual Instrument Whenever sophisticated string instruments and uncompromising sound quality are needed, Chris Hein - Strings Compact is the exact right choice. This library offers high quality solo instruments and ensembles with all essential articulations to realize authentic sounding string arrangements in your DAW efficiently.Chris Hein - Strings Compact is the compacted version of the renowned libraries Chris Hein - Solo Strings Complete and Chris Hein - Ensemble Strings. It contains all instruments and functions of its larger siblings and is solely reduced to the nine most common and important articulations. Certainly, this Compact version uses the very same high-quality samples as the Complete version. Hence, Chris Hein - Strings Compact offers the full sound of the large Chris Hein String Libraries at an unbeatable price. In addition, you may of course upgrade to Chris Hein - Ensemble Strings or Chris Hein - Solo Strings Complete with up to 49 articulations at any time. Solo and Ensemble Chris Hein - Strings Compact contains four different violins including the legendary Chris Hein - Solo Violin, three violas, four cellos and three double basses. In addition,,, Continue reading: Best Service releases Chris Hein Strings Compact - a Kontakt Player Virtual Instrument in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
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Spitfire Audio BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Sample LibraryHaving teased with the telltale This is London calling... video, intriguing in advance of its biggest release to date, the wait is finally over for all as Spitfire Audio is proud to announce (upcoming) availability of BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA — launched during a captivating keynote at London’s legendary Barbican Centre as a world-class orchestra within the sound-specialising British music technology company’s award- winning standalone plug-in, providing a solid foundation for any composer’s toolkit and workflow within a single sample library like no other; the expansive result of an extraordinary, one-of-a-kind venture created in partnership with BBC Studios, the British television production and distribution company that is the commercial arm of the oldest entertainment organisation in the world, and in collaboration with the world-renowned BBC Symphony Orchestra to which it obviously owes its notable name — as of August 28… BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA is a universal starting point for orchestral sample libraries, letting everyone talk the same language. It is so much more than a product release; rather it is the start of a movement... Continue reading: Spitfire Audio announces collaborative calling with London launch of BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA in News. |
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Reason Studios and Reason 11 Music SoftwareToday Propellerhead Software becomes Reason Studios and announces a major update to its flagship music-making software, Reason. Enabling music makers of all major digital audio workstations to plug the Reason Rack into their sessions, Reason 11 includes the Reason Rack Plugin, on top of a number of updates to its standalone music making software. “The rack of devices has always been the core of Reason. Now with Reason 11, anyone can easily add the Reason Rack Plugin to their favorite DAW,” said Mattias Häggström Gerdt, Propellerhead Product Manager. “With the addition of 6 new devices, the Reason Rack is bigger than ever, so that you can make music the way you want. We've, of course, improved Reason as a DAW too, adding some of the most requested workflow features like improved sequencing and editing.” Bring your favorite Reason devices into any DAW with the Reason Rack Plugin (VST/AU*). Or, sequence faster than ever with razor-sharp focus. Edit, draw, crossfade, curve and zoom – building your tracks in no time... Continue reading: Propellerhead Becomes Reason Studios and Unveils Reason 11 as a Plugin in News. |
Soundiron Hopkin Instrumentarium: Rattletines Virtual Instrument Rattletines is a set of unique hand-crafted tuned percussion instruments created by instrument designer and sound sculptor Bart Hopkin. These one-of-a-kind instruments each produce their own special flavor of rattle or buzz, with every note having its own warmly resonant flavor. Rattletine includes two rows of tines. The upper tines hammer against “anvils” as they vibrate. The lower row is clean, for a clearer tone quality. Mahogany and Hacksaw Blades both feature tongues with holes and small pieces of metal wrapped through. When plucked, the metal wrappings rattle as the tongue vibrates, producing a unique buzzing sound. Aptly named, Hacksaw Blades uses actual hacksaw blades for the tongues.We've faithfully sampled tine plucks and percussive hand slaps on the instrument bodies, with two stereo mic positions. Also included is a wide selection of custom FX presets and plenty of our signature sound designed ambient content, crafted from the raw acoustic source to give you complete creative freedom... Continue reading: Soundiron releases Hopkin Instrumentarium: Rattletines Virtual Instrument in News. |
Ueberschall African Dance Elastik Soundbank African music is built around infectious grooves and rhythms designed specifically to dance to. With African Dance – part of our growing African Series of Elastik titles – we have captured a collection of those grooves and expertly blended them with elements of contemporary dance music production. Across 10 fully-featured construction hits, African Dance provides all you need for that perfect cross-over dance track that offers something wild, primal and distinctive.Infectious Mix Of Modern Dance Music And Primal African Rhythm The library contains 2.7GB of sample data and contains more than 470 individual loops and phrases spanning the 10 construction kits. With dance-friendly original tempos ranging from 124 to 130 BPM, each construction kit features three different musical sections for easy song construction. There is also plenty of options within each musical section to build variety into your arrangements. The majority of the loops are 16 bars and up to 36 seconds in length delivering performance variation. Elastik’s legendary pitch and tempo manipulation tools make it simple to find a musical match for your current project or to mix and match loops from across the different construction kits. The powerful ReTune feature provides further sound design possibilities for cutting-edge sound creation... Continue reading: Ueberschall releases New Elastik Soundbank - African Dance in News. |
Groove Monkee Classic Rock MIDI Drum Loops Groove Monkee pleased to announce the release of our 34th MIDI pack, Classic Rock. This hard-hitting pack was inspired by legendary bands like Aerosmith, Bad Company, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, Thin Lizzy, UFO and ZZ Top. If you're a fan of classic 70s-style hard rock, check this one out.Song Format = Easy Song Creation 16 sets arranged as "songs" with intros, verses, choruses, bridge and outro. Verse and chorus sections have alternatives along with plenty of fills. Includes sets in 6/8 and 12/8. Fills that fit A good drummer plays to the song. The fills need match the feel of a section. No crazy, random fills. And how about some tasty transitions and 2-bar fills? We provide those too. Product Highlights... Continue reading: Groove Monkee releases Classic Rock MIDI Drum Loops - Get 25% off! in News. |
Accusonus Summer Sale 2019 Accusonus Inc., developers of critically-acclaimed human-friendly audio technology, are running a unique Summer Sale starting on the 6th of August 2019. Until the 26th of August, Accusonus’ beat making & drum mixing bundles and individual plug-ins will be available at a discounted price of up to 65% off. To learn more, please visit https://accusonus.comProduct Videos: [1] Regroover Pro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRAbTiqAsVk [2] Beatformer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCQ0kGB6l1A [3] drumatom² - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7-gje_HWtU Price and Availability - Sale Prices... Continue reading: Accusonus Summer Sale 2019 - up to 65% off in News. |
Soundiron Hyperion Strings Elements Virtual Instrument Hyperion Strings Elements is a universal string ensemble library built for everyone. It was recorded with uncompromising engineering precision and then hand-edited and carefully balanced to achieve a new benchmark in quality and playability. It's made for Native Instruments’ free Kontakt Player and the NKS Standard. This virtual instrument is a robust musical production workhorse that will serve you well, whether you’re a working composer, student, producer, songwriter, teacher, arranger, band, sound designer, or are just curious about creating your own music. It’s ready to perform from the moment you load it up.The Hyperion String ensemble has a forward and robust sound unlike any other. It has a strong tone and wide dynamic range that can be shaped to fit any genre or style. It can also be used to fatten and layer with other strings to create massive arrangements. We’ve also equipped the interface with plenty of spatialization, environment simulation and positioning controls and options to let you dial in the sound and character you need... Continue reading: Soundiron releases Hyperion Strings Elements Virtual Instrument in News. |
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