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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).

Now it's easier than ever for anyone to experience the industry standard of drum replacement and enhancement.

Drumagog is a software plug-in which replaces acoustic drum tracks with your choice of other samples. But Drumagog also offers the "secret weapons" top mix engineers use to give hit records polish and power, including reverb, a built-in synth, our exclusive Morph|Engine, and VST plug-in hosting, which lets you use sounds from any VST virtual instrument.
Marked down from the retail price of $149, this special offer (89$) is only available for a limited time.

This release fixes several issues specific to the Mac OS X and Windows versions: String for Linux remains at version 1.3.0.


Some new features:
- Fix for the String FX Mac OS X 64-bit VST plug-in not resizing correctly in some hosts when opening the preset browser.
- Fix for mouse-wheel not working correctly for the Windows 32-bit VST plug-in.