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Waveformer is a multi purpose synthesizer sounds library designed by MESA+ sound-engineers for Ableton Live 7.

Waveformer is based on wavetables formed by 66 waveforms that act as oscillators for Ableton Simpler. Each waveform has been carefully designed in order to avoid unwanted aliasing-noise and multisampled across the keyboard range to improve sound fidelity.

The presets have been developed and processed using Ableton Sampler's FM and Waveshaper features, then converted for Ableton Simpler in order to extend accessibility by all Ableton Live 7 versions (LE included). Waveformer is composed by 270 Ableton-Instrument-Racks presets all organized with macro knobs for instant sound tweaking. Waveformer includes 271 Simpler presets, 4 Drum Rack presets and 212 Ableton Clips.

Specifications :

• Wavetables Synth for Ableton Live
• 66 PCM Waveforms
• 270 Ableton Instrument Racks
• 271 Ableton Simpler Presets
• 4 Ableton Drum Rack Kits
• 212 Ableton Clips
• 1652 Wav 32bit/48KHz

Waveformer is available now as a download only product for €25. Note that a free reduced version Waveformer is also available for download. It is based on only 10 waveform and it contains 40 Ableton Instrument Rack presets.

Waldorf has announced that the keyboard version of their analog modelling synth Blofeld is now shipping.

Features :

- 60 Megabyte sample memory
- Class compliant USB MIDI for PC,Mac and Linux
- 16 part multimode
- maximum 25 voices polyphony
- highest quality standard keybed with 49 weighted keys and aftertouch
- Internal power supply
- Pitchbend and modulation wheel
- Virtual analog, wavetable, and sample based oscillators
- MIDI in/out
- Sturdy metal case
- Stainless steel rotary encoders
- Backlit 128x64 pixel LCD
- Over 1000 sounds
- 3 oscillators, 2 filters per voice
- Selectable drive curves
- Frequency modulation for oscillators and filters
- Three LFO, four envelopes per voice
- Extensive modulation capabilities
- Complex arpeggiator
- Powerful effects section
- weight: apprx 8,-- kgs

The Blofeld Keyboard has an MSRP of 849€.

Voxengo has just released version 2 of its PHA-979 track phase alignment audio plug-in. PHA-979 allows professional mixing engineers to time- and phase-align any sound material to achieve better sonic coherence and clarity in the mix.

New Features :

• Multi-platform support
• Mid/side balance control
• RMS signal level readouts
• Positive/negative time delaying
• Delay time calculator
• L/R channel swap function
• Undo/redo
• Preset manager
• User interface coloration
• User interface re-scaling
• Plug-in instance naming
• Bypass switch

One-month introductory price of $69.95 is now effective, which is 20% off the regular price. Upgrading from the previous version costs $44.95 if previous version was purchased earlier than 90 days from now : otherwise upgrade is free during this grace period.

ToneMatrix is a pretty cool free online app. Basically it is a simple sinewave synthesizer triggered by an ordinary 16step sequencer. It reminds me of the Tenori-on, not as versatile but really fun to play with !

Check it out at :

Propellerhead today unveils its brand new software, Record, which combines effortless recording and a stunning software mixer console with a limitless rack of audio processing gear that builds itself or can be infinitely customized.

Built for independent minded musicians, Record is supposed to have the feel of a million dollar recording studio with the streamlined simplicity of a tape deck. For guitar players, the built-in virtual POD® from Line 6 brings a wide range of top quality guitar amps and cabinets. Record's software mixer's sound is faithfully modeled after the renowned SSL® 9000K hardware with flexible routing, full dynamics, EQ, advanced effects handling and complete automation. With its state-of-the-art dynamic multicore audio handling, Record uses a computer's processing power to its fullest.

Users will never have worry about track counts, latency issues or adding that extra reverb or effect. With an easy to grasp interface, it won't get in the way of ideas and will inspire users to make more music.

The bad news is that no third-party plug-ins seems to be supported, but it can be ReWired. As with Reason, Record is a "closed system" but that allows the code to be very CPU efficient.


Record begins beta testing today and will be available for purchase worldwide on September 9, 2009. Record will be available through all Propellerhead dealers worldwide at a suggested retail price of $299 / €299 ($149 for registered Reason owners).

Rob Papen has released its new VSTi : SubBoomBass.

"Filled with excessive amounts of low end ammunition to detonate your tracks", SubBoomBass is a software instrument is great for Hip Hop and RnB but can also be used for Dubstep, video game music, film scores, etc... It includes unique tuned drum percussion samples, a 'Wave-sequence' feature, two effects slots which can be modulated using midi from any of the synthesizer parts, a great 'Easy Edit' page and the unique 'Quick Browser' system that will allow you to find the sounds you need quickly and easily.

SubBoomBass is available now for both Mac and PC in VST, AU and RTAS formats at a price of £89.00 / €99.00 / $119.00. For more information as well as audio examples, please visit the following link :