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Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH Steinberg announced a special upgrade offer to Cubase 7 and Cubase Artist 7. Users of Cubase LE versions 4/5/6, Cubase AI versions 4/5/6, Cubase SX versions 1/2/3*, Cubase SL versions 1/2/3*, Cubase SE 3, Studio Case 2, Cubase Essential versions 4/5*, Cubase Elements versions 6/7* and Sequel versions 2/3 are eligible for this offer.

From July 1 until August 31, 2013, Cubase 7 and Cubase Artist 7 upgrade prices are cut by up to 40%, available at official Steinberg resellers and through Steinberg’s website.

The latest Cubase iterations boast the new MixConsole with integrated EQ/dynamics channel strip modules, many instruments such as the acclaimed granular synthesizer, Padshop, and the groundbreaking Chord Track for creating beautiful chord harmonies.

PreSonus is hosting a special event to show off our latest products! Please join them for an open house, followed by live music and a general schmooze and Q&A.

Why:
They have lots of very cool new products that are ready to show. And since they're notoriously fun-loving people, they're going to mix business and pleasure! Refreshments will be served. Briana Tyson will perform. Everyone is welcome.

When:
Thursday, July 11, 2013
1 - 6 p.m. - Open house. Get your hands on the latest PreSonus gear.
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Live music with Briana Tyson-featuring the new StudioLive AI-series PA speakers
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. - Q&A and schmooze. Find out the answer to life, the universe, and everything PreSonus!

Where:
Ben's Studio
30 Music Sq. W., Suite 100
Nashville, TN 37203
tel. 615-742-1998

TC Electronic now introduces a new, optional 5.1 surround instrument for its TouchMonitor. This option incorporates a BLITS instrument for generating and analyzing BLITS test signals.

BLITS (Black & Lane's Ident Tones for Surround) is a tool that allows for testing channel allocation, level and phase of 5.1 surround signals. Developed by Martin Black and Keith Lane from Sky TV in London in 2004, this sequence is widely used in international broadcasting.

Future Progressive Trance Vol 3 returns with five more powerful and uplifting Construction Kits from The Madison & Producer Loops.

From lush side-chained pads to pounding bass, drums and memorable hooks, you’ll find it all in this versatile multi-format product. In addition to the expertly composed melodic content, you'll also find an array of dramatic white noise rises and dazzling FX - perfect for injecting excitement and energy into your track.
Totalling almost 1 GB of uncompressed content, 'Progressive Trance Vol 3' is perfect for producers seeking to add a modern edge to their Trance and Dance productions, with the emphasis being placed on commercial radio-ready chord progressions and lead lines.

Minimal Techno: Stripped down, unrelenting grooves,
processed electronic drum kits, and deep basses with
soul. Featuring modwheel-scanned and tempo-synced
loops, chordal and sequenced synth stabs, noise hits
and sweeps, all with extensive remix variations for
real-time performance.

Minimal Techno features 75 presets and 264MB of new
samples, including classic 808 and 909 samples for
drum kits and 101 and 303 acid bass lines, plus a
selection of tightly-edited micro kits, a host of
essential grooves, and plenty of inventive effects
to create your own minimal moods.

Minimal Techno is available now for Alchemy and Alchemy
Player from the Camel Audio website for just 35 USD /
29 EUR / 25 GBP. Minimal Techno for Alchemy Mobile is
also coming soon.

Native Instruments today released TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1, the world’s smallest professional mixer and audio interface for both TRAKTOR DJ for iPhone and iPad, and TRAKTOR PRO 2. When combined with the critically-acclaimed TRAKTOR DJ app, the sleek Z1 adds headphone cue and dedicated faders, filter and effects controls, and 3-band EQ for each channel. The integrated audio interface boosts audio output to club-ready levels – an important feature for iOS setups – all without interfering with TRAKTOR DJ’s acclaimed touch interface. TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 also offers established TRAKTOR PRO 2 DJs a highly mobile mixing interface for situations where compact size and professional performance features are essential.

Building on the overwhelming success of the TRAKTOR DJ app, TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 now offers TRAKTOR DJ users additional physical control that complements the touchscreen. TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 also provides a full-fledged 2-channel mixing interface, software controller, and an integrated 24-bit soundcard. All faders, filter and effects controls, and 3-band EQ are automatically mapped and synced to TRAKTOR DJ, giving DJs hands-on, physical control over their iPad or iPhone setups. The Z1’s cue section introduces channel headphone monitoring to iOS setups, allowing for track pre-listening. The 24-bit integrated soundcard delivers quality club-level sound without the need for an additional audio interface. When in use, TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 even keeps the iOS device charged, assuring DJs hours of stability and performance.