PC and Music News

RME releases a new driver generation for all FireWire, USB and PCI/PCI Express interfaces

The latest drivers for Windows and Mac PC, now available on RME's website for download, include several new features and even performance improvements. The updated drivers support all current interfaces, including the Fireface series, Multiface/Digiface, Babyface, and the complete line of HDSP cards, both PCI and PCI Express.

The Power Grid has five stages and three-band active EQ which makes it one of the most versatile distortion pedals available. The Shape Shifter reproduces the hypnotic tremolo sounds characteristic of 50's tube amps with detailed "Wave" and "Shape" controls allowing you to create many different effects!

Three new officially certified models of Orange gear have been added as well. The Thunderverb 200 is a powerful and flexible amp capable of all kinds of tones from vintage rock to modern blues, hard rock to metal. Nothing can match the bone crushing, bottom-end punch of this big stage tone head. The Custom Shop model brings this incredible amp within reach of all musicians and studios. Along with the Thunderverb 200, IK has also introduced two new Orange cabinets, the Tiny Terror Combo and the PPC212OB.

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Native Instruments today launched a time-limited special offer for its acclaimed TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 DJ system. Throughout the month of July, all owners of a newly registered KONTROL S4 unit are eligible for a free "Scratch Upgrade Kit", which allows users to mix and scratch with timecode control via directly connected turntables or CD

The "Scratch Upgrade Kit" includes a license for the TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2 software version as well as a pair of timecode vinyls and CDs, and represents an additional value of $139 / EUR 129. The special offer is valid until July 31st, and applies to TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 units purchased from retailers or in the NI Online Shop.

The Dubstep Constructions series introduces producers to some of the darkest, most cutting edge and atmospheric Dubstep sounds yet heard across 3 stunning volumes. Now, with this bundle you can own it all for a fraction of the combined individual prices.

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