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PSP NobleQ combines the features of passive program equalizers with a wide range of frequency settings and extended functionality. To make this plug-in a versatile tool we added several modern features such as an adjustable high pass filter, and the ability to switch high peak and shelf filters to Boost or Attenuation operation.

The low shelf filter actually combines two shelving sections: the first one allows you to boost low frequencies while the other one attenuates them but is tuned slightly higher. Together they help to get a rich bottom end without low-midrange muddiness.

The high frequency range consist of two filters – a peaking filter with adjustable band width (usually set to Boost) and a shelf filter (usually set to Attenuate). Both filters interact in such a way that the more attenuation to high frequency is applied the more selective peaking filter becomes while keeping its center frequency similarly boosted.

Over 700Mb of logically segmented construction kits and one-shots, all set to a rim spinning tempo of 72 to 84 beats per minute are yours to keep and handle, all crafted with extra care, the experienced purveyor of all things deep and rolling, mastered to a tee and delivered in all major formats in 24bit for your sonic weapon of choice.

And it may be needless to say to a future Southside King, but everything in "Southside Kings" is absolutely 100% royalty-free!

It loads in any host as a VSTi, and acts as a loader for other VSTis. So with Zen, you can search for "Rhodes piano" and get a list of all matching presets, regardless of the final VSTi (Rhino, Zebra, Absynth… whatever).

When you select one of the presets in Zen, the corresponding vsti is automatically loaded to play the requested preset.


Some new features:
- Now available for x64.
- Store results of previous plugins scans.
- Offer to blacklist any plugins that crashed the previous scan.
- Fixed random crashes when deleting a user-defined synth.
- Crashes when attempting to load ReaPlugs, or Polyvalens VL1.
- Now uses SQLite 3.7.7.1 and FTS4.

Powered by Curve's unique modulations engine, MidiShaper brings Curve's flexible yet powerful LFOs and envelopes to all your favorite synthesizers and effects.

Four LFOs and four envelope generators work together in a sophisticated modulations matrix that can be set up to output modulated pitch, modwheel, channel aftertouch or any MIDI control messages.

MidiShaper's LFOs can run infinitely or be retriggered, synced to your host sequencer from a buzzy 1/128 to an expansive 32 bars, set to the played note, or run from 0.02 Hz up to the audible range and brain frequency. Like Curve, MidiShaper features completely editable waveforms for its LFOs.

If your plugin or host sequencer allows for MIDI control, you have a great tool at hand to create vivid, inspiring sounds and bring the flexibility of Curve to your favorite software plugins, hardware synthesizers, MIDI VJ tools, lighting consoles and 1980's MIDI keyboards.

Time+Space launch Rob Papen and Korg giveaway!
Three copies of Punch and nanoPAD 2s up for grabs

Punch delivers the highest quality sampled and synthesized sounds with breathtaking easy to use features. What's more, you can use synthesis to build your own unique sound drum kit or load your own samples into Punch to complete your kit.
So what better midi controller to accompany Punch than the Korg nanoPAD 2? Boasting 16 responsive pads and an X-Y touchpad all within a sleek and ultra compact unit, you'll be able to create and input your own drum performances into your computer easily and effectively.

Rob Papen's European distributor Time+Space has teamed up with Korg to give you the opportunity to win one of three prize bundles each containing a copy of Punch and a nanoPAD2 midi controller!

Zebra is a wireless modular synthesizer. It combines many different types of synthesis with a powerful modulation engine. You can create any additive, freehand or spline-based waveform you like, apply a vast selection of spectral effects, morph between those waves and send them through classic synth filters.


Some new features in V 2.5.2:

- Added "Slew" switch to LFOs.
- Fixed "enter registration" out of Zebralette.
- Improved compatibility with Pro Tools Mac.
- Improved compatibility with Cubase Mac 64 bit.

Zebra 2.5.2 is available for Windows and Mac (VST/AU/RTAS), priced at $199 USD (excl. VAT).