PC and Music News

DirectEMX major upgrade (by directsynth)
A new version of DirectEMX is available (v1.04).

This major upgrade offers 64 bit support for Windows and a new midi implementation called DirectMIDI that expands compatibility and possibilities.

It includes:
- Windows 64 bit version.
- Compatibility with Cubase 6.
- DirectMIDI implementation:
- Dumps are working from any hosts!
- Sending whole pattern banks is now possibe.
- Pattern renaming is possible.
- Knob mouse mode: Circular or vertical

- Audio Unit not yet available but coming soon


The Demo limitation have also changed.

DDMF Releases LP10 V4.0 EQ.

The GUI and interface handling has been greatly improved. An autolisten mode has been added, and 64 bit versions for Mac are now available as well.

In addition, LP10 features a whole set of "FlexFilters" (LP/HP/BP/Notch/Low- and High Shelf) which have the unique feature that the filter slopes can be continuously varied from 6 dB/Oct to 60 dB/Oct . Also for these new filters, the phase response can be freely tuned.

GbTouch 3 functions as a remote controller for the Apple GarageBand application program on the Mac.

New Features & Benefits

gbTouch 3 includes new features to know and control where you're at in your composition. The dynamically adjusting "LCD" display shows user selectable choice of playhead location or project information, including song tempo. Playhead position and tempo can be easily changed to specific numeric values. On the Track Details screen, individual track volume and pan are now controlled with faders, and their values are displayed. Graphics have been enhanced and the increased use of icons makes gbTouch more language independent.

Touring Gear – The Four Categories:

- TG 30: The TG 30 series is the perfect introduction into the world of beyerdynamic. An entry level series that can produce large beyerdynamic sound within a small budget.

- TG 50: The TG 50 models, with their high quality and outstanding sound, are sure to impress – not only with their technical and tonal characteristics, but also with their looks. The TG 50 series covers all applications related to the stage – from vocals, instruments and drums to headsets and lavalier microphones. TG 50 is the standard Touring Gear series with truly premium performance.

- TG 70: The models of the TG 70 series go one step further in every direction and make no compromises: even better technical characteristics and even higher quality materials for even better sound. Every detail counts – both during development and during manufacturing. The result: first-class microphones – handcrafted in Germany.

TG 90: The very top class within the Touring Gear microphone series comprises the TG 90 models – especially finely crafted and beyond comparison in both design and sound. High-end equipment handcrafted in Germany for users who are looking for the "non plus ultra." The performance of the TG 90 series fulfils the most demanding requirements on the stage. The series includes the unique TGV90r ribbon microphone as well as the TG V96c true condenser microphone for live vocal applications.

Tone2 Audiosoftware announces their soon to be released effect plugin AkustiX Enhancer,
a collection of enhancement effects designed to complement the mix and mastering process.
Each effect is based on the latest developments in psycho-acoustic research and offers multiple ways
to customize your recordings by using psycho-acoustic processing to shape and enhance your sound.

AkustiX Enhancer features six powerful mixing effects:

- Psycho EQ
- Stereo Width:
- Ultra Stereo
- Phase Enhance
- Multi Exciter
- Smart Filter

Karma-Lab introduces Catalyst Volume 1 – Creativity Xplosion!, a new set of 32 exciting and inspiring KARMA-fied combis for the Korg Kronos. Priced at only US$32, the sound set includes grooves, backing tracks and sonic textures in a wide variety of styles, ranging from a mixture of Hip-Hop, Dance, Electronica, Trance & Techno categories to Ambient, Jazz, New-Age, Film Score, and World/Ethnic categories.

As is usual for Karma-Lab combis, Catalyst Vol. 1 pushes the KARMA function to the absolute limit. Each combi is composed of 4 complete KARMA Modules and 8 fully-voiced scenes for maximum variability, featuring extensive control via the KARMA Realtime Controls (8 sliders, 8 switches) and the other controllers (joystick, ribbon, vector joystick, 8 RT sliders/knobs, and 2 switches over joystick). In addition, the Kronos's Drum Track has been programmed to add an additional complimentary percussion or drum element in every combi.