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Audio Damage has updated Axon, the Neuron Sequencer/FM Percussion Synthesizer plug-in, to version 1.1. This update includes :

• Multiple Outputs: Axon now has 7 additional stereo outputs, one for each voice/neuron. These are pre-mixer, and are not affected by mute, solo, pan, or fader.
• Zero Reset: A third sync mode has been added, RST. In this mode, Axon syncs to host, but every time you stop the host transport, the counters in each Neuron reset to zero. The net result is that Axon becomes much more determinate.
• Bug Fixes: The timing bug in Logic has been dealt with, as well as another obscure automation bug in the AudioUnit version, and some other minor bugs.

Although specifically designed for live sound, the audio performance, and the addition of a FireWire digital audio interface mean that the VeniceF is equally at home in recording and remixing applications. One look at the VeniceF confirms that this console is continuing the legacy established by the XL3 and XL4 consoles, then consolidated in the Heritage series.

Features overview:

• Frames: 16, 24, 32
• All-new Alex Cooper mic pre
• XL3 EQ – four-band swept eq with two parametric mids
• Input polarity switch
• Insert in/out switch with LED
• Direct out with pre/post EQ switch
• Discrete mono bus
• Individual routing to stereo, mono and groups with pan-to-groups enable switch
• 32x32ch. FireWire interface
• 100mm faders
• 3 year warranty

Availablility : October 2010
Pricing : TBA

Fire Juggler by 9 Soundware is a set of patches for the Thor Polysonic Synthesizer within Propellerhead Reason. The collection harnesses the variable architecture and modulation options of the highly flexible instrument. The patches, which span a vast array of timbres, were designed for performance interactivity, as well as mix-conscious tonal balance.

The sound set consists of 100 patches. It is divided into 5 categories. "Bass", "Lead", "Pad", and "Piano" (one-shot, tonal sounds) each contain 15 patches, and "Drums" consists of 40 patches which cover all drum kit components.

The 0.4 MB download includes 100 .thor files.

Fire Juggler is available now for $24.99 at :

MeldaProduction has released two new plug-ins : MMultiBandConvolution and MRhythmizer.

MMultiBandConvolution (€35; intro €10) is a zero-latency convolution plug-in that's ideal for processing recorded, or generated impulse responses (IRs). Perfect for simulating halls, rooms, boxes, microphones, and even other plug-ins. It also contains filter generators and an integrated reverb.

MMultiBandConvolution comes supplied with several impulse responses, including a limited set of incredible church IRs from www.hauptwerk.cz.

Features :

• File manager with automatic stitching - integrated file manager explores the internal IR library or the global file system letting you choose from your own impulse response libraries. The plugin loads WAV, F ...

Sample Logic presents a powerful collection of morphed guitar instruments harnessed in a remarkably adaptable "core effects sequencer" engine powered by the Native Instruments Kontakt Player.

Derived entirely from true electric and acoustic guitar recordings by guitar guru Steve Ouimette (known for his work on the Guitar Hero franchise) this library is not a traditional guitar sample library, rather, it is an extensive collection of atmospheres, instrumentals, and percussives unlike any ever heard before. Taking it one step further, Cinematic Guitars gives users the power to create and manipulate custom instruments using the first ever "core effects sequencer" designed by Sample Logic and built into the Kontakt engine.

This library is all encompassing, exploring infinite timbres an ...

WaveMachine Labs has announced that Drumagog 5 will become available on October 1, 2010.

Some of the new features include :

• Auto-Align 2.0 - A collaboration between WaveMachine Labs and Fraunhofer (inventors of the MP3 format) has resulted in a revolutionary new alignment algorithm.
• Direct Plugin Hosting - Play any virtual instrument from within Drumagog. VSTi plugins like BFD2, Kontakt, and Superior Drummer are inserted directly into Drumagog to allow a virtually unlimited sample palette. (Platinum version only)
• Redesigned graphic interface – Streamlined control and easier sample editing.
• Support for multiple room samples - The Gog format now allows for different room sounds and mics. Simply dial in the amount of room desired.
• Auto Hi-Hat ...