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A Max For Live Device For Deep Manipulation/Creation of MIDI Sequence Streaming San Francisco, CA—December 17, 2019—K-Devices, an innovative developer of music software tools, has released the HEXO, a Max For Live Device of deep and innovative composition tools to create, sketch, and/or variate harmonic, melodic loops and beats. Edit and write MIDI patterns using six independent tracks in a highly editable brick-grid. Set probabilities for each step and let HEXO create variations on the fly or use the advanced random functions to create brand new rhythms and grooves. HEXO provides advanced time settings per track, to easily go polymetric and/or polyrhythmic. Choosing between Arpeggio or Riff modes lets HEXO build harmony movements on top of your live played notes and MIDI clips - or just hit play and let HEXO do the whole job. The core of HEXO is the pattern editor: The GRID HEXO’s Grid is based around six tracks of MIDI note sequence streaming, each of which are always visible and can be independently set from 2 to 32 steps. For each step of each track you can define the event on, its velocity, its length and its chance to be generated. This allows you to create riffs and patterns with continuous changes or add even more complexity using multiple metrics (polyrhythmic, polymetric, or both at once.) Each track has exclusive tools for advanced editing: time resolution, range-based smart randomization, a function to rotate the sequence, as well as global parameters for length, velocity, sequence bending and a delay timing parameter to change timing relations across tracks. With a chance feature similar in operation to our classic AutoBeat device, HEXO is very helpful in generating both original riffs and variations on these riffs, based on your preference settings. Being a MIDI device, HEXO works with any MIDI instrument. Each track can be set to work on a specific MIDI note or interval. Using the live input function, it is also possible to map these with an external keyboard on the fly by holding up to six notes on your MIDI keyboard. You then have the option to change the harmony of the sequence in real time, while the pattern is running. HEXO uses two different modes of operation: ARP or RIFF : In ARP mode, HEXO acts like an arpeggiator, building the pattern on top of live incoming notes. You can feed HEXO by firing off MIDI clips, or simply playing live. By enabling the Retrig function, the pattern loses the sync with transport, and all sequences start from step 1 each time a new note is received. This can be useful for such things as quick ‘soloing’ notes for part of the pattern, then holding notes when you want the get the whole pattern arpeggiated. In RIFF mode, HEXO acts as a very complex polyphonic step sequencer. You can still get an arpeggio-like behavior by enabling the Live Input, you set the notes for each track, on the fly. This can be useful for changing harmony while you work on a pattern. Enabling the thru function gives you live input to play along with HEXO, adding your live incoming notes to the pattern. HEXO’s Extensive Snapshots section : It is also possible to capture and store up to 4 snapshots per preset, which can be recalled by automation, remote control, or the Autosnaps system. This allows for setting a 'weight' (probability) for each of the snapshots, and a time interval to get a trigger in sync with the transport. The trigger will then recall a snapshot by a weight-controlled random function. The AutoSnaps function then can be used to modulate the variate between these snapshots with user definable probability amounts. HEXO pack content : Enjoy HEXO immediately: we included exclusive presets, Ableton clips, and two instruments. IMMERSIVE 1 is a series of devices and presets crafted by sound designer Stèv (Stefano Fagnani), exclusively conceived around HEXO. It features two unique playable sources – the mellow, atmospheric Pluck and the acid stab Hyperism – paired with space effects, particles parameters and transient enhancement, all controllable through pre-mapped useful macros. Availability, price, and deals: HEXO is available now with a special introductory price: 24€ (39€ value) https://k-devices.com/products/hexo/ We celebrate HEXO with deals on the whole shop: - HEXO is €24 (39€ value) - An automatic 20% OFF is applied on all items (excluding HEXO and bundles) adding 2 products to cart - An automatic 30% OFF is applied on all items (excluding HEXO and bundles) adding 3 or more products to cart - K-Pack (now 21 quality Max For Live devices!) is >50% OFF = €249 (€515 value) - OOG Bundle (5 Out Of Grid devices!) is €89 (€155 value) Discounts are applied automatically in the cart - no codes needed! – Valid until January 7 – For additional product details and FULL RES Screen shots visit K-Devices’ website at: https://k-devices.com/press/ About K-Devices K-Devices was founded in 2012 by France-based Italian composer Alessio Santini to design music creation tools for Ableton Live and other music platforms. His products, which include HEXO, ESQ, Twistor, MOOR, Holder, HERSE, AutoBeat, Drumk 2, REF, Shaper, Moovmi, EXT, KFLUX, KFLUXin, and KFLUXsy, are used by an international roster of musicians and are available online at www.k-devices.com.

Open letter to musicians from Arturia founder Frederic Brun Dear musicians, producers, engineers, friends, As we enter our 20th year, I would like to offer my sincere thanks to you all for supporting us on our journey. We have worked together, grown together, improved together, and we look forward to many more years of creating inspiring music gear, and the pleasure of watching and hearing you use it. At this festive time of year, with the spirit of good will and gift-giving all around, I feel that we should show our thanks to you, because we are truly grateful. Without people like you, Arturia simply couldn’t exist. On behalf of the whole team at Arturia, I would like to offer you a brand new reverb plug-in. Rev PLATE-140 is yours. No restricted features, no limited trial period. Simply a free gift. It’s a fantastic software effect that accurately recreates the legendary EMT 140 plate reverb, a pioneering bit of studio kit that changed the sound of popular music almost overnight. As you’d expect, we’ve given it a modern twist, with essential features that modern producers expect, and a few fun, creative surprises! Head to our website, download, and register it before December 25, and it’s yours for free. Proving once again that great minds think alike, our good friends at Native Instruments have also gifted you a free festive reverb: Raum. Looks like you’re going to have a very reverby holiday season! Thank you again for all your support, and on behalf of the whole team at Arturia, I wish you all the best for 2020. Happy music making, Frederic Brun Founder and CEO Free reverb plug-in for everyone Find Out More Introducing Rev PLATE-140 Vintage studio reverb A circuit-accurate recreation of the iconic EMT 140 reverb and its vacuum tube preamp. A classic, full bodied studio plate reverb with a lush tail, a dream come true for vocals, and adding that sought-after glue and space to your mix. Modern touches REV Plate-140 lets you filter and EQ your sound before it even hits the plate, so you can get rid of all those muddy or bright frequencies you don’t want to enjoy a lush, vintage reverb whenever you like. Futuristic features Our reimagined version lets you adjust the pre-delay to let your original sound have space, a high-pass filter on the input to hone its tone, integrated chorus, and even a post reverb EQ to make sure the effect perfectly complements your track. Compatibility REV Plate-140 can be used inside any VST, AAX, or AU compatible recording software. Offer ends December 25, 2019. To secure this free reverb offer, you must download and register your free software license on or before December 25, 2019. After that time, Rev PLATE-140 will revert to its standard price of $99. HOW TO GET IT • STEP 1: Log in to your MyArturia account. Make a new account if you don’t already have one, it’s free. • STEP 2: Download the Arturia Software Center. This is how all of our software instruments and effects are managed, rather than using awkward USB dongles. • STEP 3: Install REV Plate-140 from the list in the Arturia Software Center. This will also activate your free license for the product. • STEP 4: Enjoy! We hope you love using this great reverb plug-in. Find Out More ABOUT ARTURIA Founded in Grenoble, France, in 1999, Arturia specialises in the development of music software and hardware for professional and amateur musicians. They are a team of passionate people, dedicated to musicians. Their aim is to create original and different instruments, imagine new experiences, and reinvent products. Operating in 55 countries, they have offices in France, the USA, Mexico, and the UK.

Fryette Amplification releases the LXII Single-Space Tube Power Amp NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA, November 20, 2019 – Fryette Amplification introduces the LX II, The world’s first single-space all-tube 50W/channel stereo power amplifier! The Fryette LX II Tube Stereo Power Amplifier has toured nationally with Chris Traynor (Bush), Pete Anderson (Dwight Yoakam), Stephen Carpenter and Chino Moreno (Deftones), Roy Lozano (Power Flo) and others during the artist-only beta release phase. Now this amazing amplifier is available worldwide! With Fryette Power Amplifiers, it’s all about the feel. Once you hear a modeling amplifier with a real tube power amp pushing the speakers you’ll instantly understand why a digital signal path can’t duplicate the complex relationship between a power tube and the speakers. The LXII’s default linear response mode provides a full-range, flat-response signal from your amp to your speaker cabinet. Engaging the front panel PRESENCE and DEPTH buttons activate user-adjustable sonic enhancements that bring the color and life to your tone that you would expect from a Fryette power amp. In addition, the PRESENCE and DEPTH controls can be activated remotely using the rear panel control jack which can also be driven from the control out function found on most modeling devices and midi controllers. Now you can hear and feel what that model is supposed to sound like! Built on decades of experience producing the finest all-tube power amps available, the Fryette LX II is the world’s first one-rack-space all-tube 50-watt per channel power amp. It beautifully accentuates the inherent qualities of any preamp or modeling device and dynamically responds to your playing technique, the way a great guitar amp should. The Fryette LX II represents the ultimate evolution of classic tube amplifier design with a Patented transformer technology that allows it to fit in a one-rack-space housing with high reliability and extremely quiet operation. It has been designed to last decades with only nominal maintenance. The LX II delivers 50 watts per channel into a 4, 8 or 16 ohm load, and provides beautiful harmonic balance, wide open-dynamic delivery and powerful bottom-end response via four Premium matched 6L6GC power tubes, and proprietary paper insulated output transformers. For a dynamic stereo tube power in a compact package, there's simply nothing comparable to this amazing piece of pro-quality gear. (See Tube Cage with 4-6L6GC tubes below:) FEATURES  Class AB 50W+50W Stereo Tube Power Amp  Bridged mono for full 100 watts  (4) 6L6GC Premium Matched Power Tubes  (2) 12AX7 Preamp/Phase Inverter Tubes  Selectable Impedance (4/8/16 Ohm)  Single Volume Control (Adjusts both channels simultaneously)  Presence switch with internal trim pot  Depth switch with internal trim pot  Remote Presence and Depth switching control port  Line Level Outputs on each channel  Super-quiet multi-speed cooling fan  Independent channel standby  100% analog signal path  Dimensions: 17.5” (44) (Front Panel 19” W including rack ears) W x 1.75” (4.4) H x 12.5” (32) D;  Weight: 20 Lbs (9 kg)  USA Street price: $1399.00 FRYETTE AMPLIFICATION · 6850 Vineland Ave. Unit P., North Hollywood, CA 91605 · PH: (818) 980-2800 · Fax: (818) 980-2802

Gruv Gear Launches QUIVR Tour Stick & Accessory Bag For Drummers Tour Ready & Tech Savvy Orange County, California (January 16th, 2019) – Gruv Gear is pleased to launch the QUIVR Tour bag, an innovative and well thought-out fresh new design for the stick bag, packed with great new features! The QUIVR Tour bag is designed to carry drum sticks, drum tools, in-ear monitors, small accessories and laptop all in one case. It also includes Gruv Gear’s Global Recovery Tag powered by HomingPIN, and the option to include an OKTANE™ Wireless Power Bank. The highly functional, compact QUIVR Tour bag is compatible with the VELOC drum bag system. It stores, in sets, up to 14 drumsticks neatly paired up, in purpose-built, protective holders. The large open pocket securely holds 8 mallets and brushes and several cargo pockets are available for stowing drum keys and other small items. There is even a pocket designed to fit a high capacity 10,000mAh OKTANE wireless power bank to ensure users can keep their gadgets charged up on-the-go. The laptop section of the QUIVR Tour bag fits MacBooks and most PC notebooks allowing users to stay connected and create on the go. Gruv Gear’s pro-tip: Tether the smaller QUIVR inside the QUIVR Tour and increase capacity to 34+ sticks, creating a quickly detachable stick bag to mount on your floor tom! Constructed from the highest quality materials to uncompromising standards the rugged, hardwearing bag is perfect for touring. The bag has thick, padded backpack straps which are adjustable for a perfect fit and there is a comfortable carry handle on its top. For added security, QUIVR Tour features Gruv Gear’s new Global Recovery Tag, powered by HomingPIN, whose technology is integrated into nearly 3,000 airports. So if a bag is ever misplaced, baggage handlers or fellow travellers can easily reunite a Gruv Gear bag with its owner. To find out more please visit Gruv Gear at Winter NAMM booth #6351 in Hall C or go to gruvgear.com/

Radikal Technologies takes DELTA CEP A paraphonic semi-modular synth several steps further forward with free firmware updates MÜNCHEN, GERMANY: cutting-edge sound specialist Radikal Technologies is proud to announce availability of the latest (Version 1.6e) firmware update for its illustrious DELTA CEP A paraphonic semi-modular synthesizer — serving up nine essential synthesis ‘modules’ melded together to form a potent yet straightforward starting point to the ever-widening world of the Eurorack small-format modular system — that builds upon its impressive feature set with several significant additions, free for existing owners... Its introduction earlier this year to widespread critical acclaim saw Radikal Technologies’ DELTA CEP A living up to the PARAPHONIC-MODULAR wording boldly blazoned across its feature-packed front panel. Pushing its cutting-edge sound-specialising creator’s product lineup to the forefront of the ever-widening world of the Eurorack small-format modular system, the deftly-designed DELTA CEP A can function as a standalone synthesizer or — when removed from the chassis — a 68HP-occupying Eurorack module forming the centre of a powerful modular voice. Whichever way it is brought into play — purchasable as a desktop paraphonic semi-modular synthesizer or Eurorack paraphonic semi- modular synthesizer module, the DELTA CEP A is the perfect starting point for any modular user. Today, the DELTA CEP A paraphonic semi-modular synthesizer represents an even more potent force in the ever-widening world of the Eurorack small-format modular system, thanks to extensive firmware updates, culminating in Version 1.6e, that build upon its impressive feature set with several significant additions, as follows. Firstly, Radikal Technologies has helpfully seen fit to expand the DELTA CEP A’s already powerful FX section above and beyond the giveaway (FX: 1. TAPE 2. DELAY 3. CHORUS 4. PHASER 5. FLANGER) wording highlighted on that feature-packed front panel to additionally include a stereo reverb algorithm. As such, it is now perfectly possible to add stereo reverb to those tape, delay, or chorus effects, for instance. It is also perfectly possible to morph those new reverb parameters as well with the INTERPOLATOR section — certainly separates the DELTA CEP A from the Eurorack pack! Put it this way: with this sound-stimulating section, users are afforded an ability to store so-called ‘snapshots’ of sound creations into the DELTA CEP A’s internal memory; moreover, users can consequently play those snapshots sequentially, creating cool sonic sequences. Saying that, they can cleverly create smooth transitions from one snapshot to another, allowing for some stunning sound morphing effects! Excitingly, the LFO 1 section can now be assigned to different modulation targets without having to use any patch cables; creatively, this allows for assigning the LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) modulation to multiple targets simultaneously with independent modulation depths for all targets. That said, the ADSR section’s envelope generator can also now be assigned to different modulation targets without having to use any patch cables; creatively, multiple targets can be simultaneously controlled with independent modulation depths. Deeper still, the INTERPOLATOR section’s already powerful morphing function also benefits from those new routing capabilities since internal routings can be morphed! Musically- and sonically-speaking, users can now explore a whole new dimension of dynamic soundscapes. So, having installed its latest firmware updates, how do discerning DELTA CEP A users access those welcomed additional parameters? Pressing the SHIFT button locks the SHIFT function to more easily enable additional parameters; its associated LED (Light Emitting Diode) flashes until the SHIFT function is unlocked again (by pressing the SHIFT button again). Additionally, the MOD input in the MIXER section now controls the volume and saturation of the SWARM OSC signal; speaking of inputs, the SYNC input in the LFO 1 section now performs perfectly and allows for synchronising the LFO to another LFO or the GATE signals. (Holding the SHIFT button allows access to the note values of the LFO with the SPEED knob.) Needless to say, the DELTA CEP A now reacts to MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) program changes, but be careful; if it receives a program change while the user is editing a sound, any changes to the sound will be lost. Last, but by no means least, thanks to the latest (Version 1.6e) firmware update, it is now possible to share presets directly between two DELTA CEP A paraphonic semi-modular synthesizers. So what else can Radikal Technologies say? Not much — other than concluding that its illustrious DELTA CEP A has taken several significant steps further forward, courtesy of a rigorous regime of firmware updates. Ultimately, then, the DELTA CEP A ships with the latest firmware, which existing users of course can access and install for free. The DELTA CEP A is available for purchase — priced at an RRP of €899.00 EUR/$999.00 USD (Eurorack) and €1,198.00 EUR/$1,298.00 USD (desktop) — through Radikal Technologies’ growing global network of authorised dealers. For more in-depth information and access to the latest firmware updates, please visit the dedicated DELTA CEP A webpage here: https://www.radikaltechnologies.com/delta-cep-a-2/ (Existing DELTA CEP A owners can download the latest firmware updates for free.) Watch Radikal Technologies Product Designer Jörg Schaaf’s sonically-stimulating DELTA CEP A video playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YkvgTVZQ3E&list=PLysQPMsmJseFLtTQxGL9tJROrferQtfLs About Radikal Technologies (www.radikaltechnologies.com) Radikal Technologies was founded in 1995 as a pro audio equipment distribution company by present-day President Jurgen Korduletsch.Within a few years the company moved into developing its own product designs, starting with the SAC-2K (SAC-2.2) Software Assigned Controller, an award-winning DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) control surface, supporting popular environments like Digital Performer, Logic, Pyramix, and Nuendo. Next up, a move into electronic musical instruments introduced the trailblazing SPECTRALIS ANALOG SYNTHESIZER/ BEATMATRIX/FILTERBANK desktop hybrid in 2004, while more recent DSP (Digital Signal Processing) developments — combined with a relentless pursuit of perfectionism in the realm of cutting-edge sound synthesis algorithms — resulted in the aptly-named ACCELERATOR polyphonic synthesizer keyboard marvel. More recently, Radikal Technologies has been making its musical mark upon the ever-expanding Eurorack modular marketplace with worthy modules drawing upon its illustrious past while looking to the future. © 2019 Radikal Technologies GmbH

Roland Announces Availability of GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in Combined Roland and Amazon Alexa Make Playing and Learning the Piano Easier and More Fun Than Ever Before Los Angeles, CA, December 13, 2019 — Roland, a leading manufacturer and distributor of electronic musical instruments and professional video products, releases GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in, the company’s first musical instrument equipped with Amazon Alexa. Committed to inspiring the thrill of creative expression, Roland continually seeks to develop new technology solutions that make playing musical instruments easier, more accessible, and more enjoyable. Integrating Roland’s leading piano sound and features with intuitive operation via Alexa voice commands, GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in presents an exciting new way for everyone to learn and have fun with the piano. Featuring voice control over nearly any function, GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in makes complicated panel operations a thing of the past. Piano players can ask Alexa to call up any of the 40 onboard sounds, without ever having to take their hands off the keyboard. Dozens of other common operations can be accessed with voice commands, like turning the metronome on/off, changing up the beat, and more. GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in also works as a standard Alexa device, allowing users to listen and play along to songs from Amazon Music and other streaming services through the keyboard’s high-quality sound system. With Amazon Music, Prime members have access to ad-free listening of 2 million songs, and customers can also subscribe to Amazon Music Unlimited, which provides access to more than 50 million songs and the latest new releases. Users can also take advantage of their favorite Alexa skills for everyday home tasks such as setting alarms, checking the weather, and many more. With the combined technologies in GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in, users can fast-track learning like never before. Alexa sharpens music sensibilities with ear training and builds knowledge with trivia on composers and famous music. And by connecting a smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth, players can use Roland’s Piano Partner 2 app for iOS and Android to learn music scores and boost skills with fun exercises and musical games. When the player has mastered a piece or composed a new idea, they can ask Alexa to record their performance. Recorded songs are always available in cloud storage via a wi-fi connection and can be played back through the piano using voice commands. GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in inspires players with expressive sounds derived from Roland’s premium pianos. Each note responds like a fine acoustic grand, sparking creativity and stimulating ongoing musical growth. Electric pianos, organs, and many other sounds are also on board, allowing the user to explore different styles and expand their musical experience. GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in features a lightweight, portable design (4 kg/8 lb. 14 oz.) that's easy to move around the home. Battery operation is also supported for mobile playing. (To use the Alexa feature and wi-fi connectivity, the instrument must be powered with the supplied AC adaptor.) Availability & Pricing The Roland GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in is available now on Amazon and from authorized dealers for $499.99 U.S. Street. To learn more about GO:PIANO with Alexa Built-in, visit Roland.com. --------- About Roland Corporation Roland Corporation is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electronic musical instruments, including keyboards and synthesizers, guitar products, electronic percussion, digital recording equipment, amplifiers, audio processors, and multimedia products. With more than 40 years of musical instrument development, Roland sets the standard in music technology for the world to follow. For more information, visit http://www.roland.com or see your local Roland dealer.

Heather Brown Electronicals Launches Blessed Mother v.2 Overdrive Pedal Princeton, NJ – December 3, 2019 – Heather Brown Electronicals has announced the new version of The Blessed Mother™ overdrive pedal. The Blessed Mother v.2 features increased output and headroom, with broader-ranging tone control. Her benevolence and grace is now fiercer than ever. At the core of her soul, The Blessed Mother possesses a classic overdrive sound, wonderfully suited for just about any musical style. Her supernatural combination of germanium and silicon diodes generates a uniquely raw, yet velvety tone. She features an adjustable transparency function: The Immaculator. You can blend in your clean signal, allowing you to preserve or purify your guitar's original grit to your liking. She plays well with others and makes a splendid first stage OD or clean boost. The Blessed Mother offers true bypass switching, and takes 9v or 18v DC. And yes, her halo glows eternally, while her heart lights up when pedal is engaged…cuz God’s mom deserves it. Each pedal offers the following features: Five knobs: Volume, Drive, Treble, Bass, and Immaculator The Immaculator knob blends in clean signal True bypass on/off switch 9-volt and 18-volt operation with standard DC input The Blessed Mother v.2 pedal carries a street price of $220 and can be purchased from the Heather Brown Electronicals website at godsmom.com or via the company’s store on Reverb.com. # # # # About Heather Brown Electronicals: Hi. I'm a mom who makes boutique guitar pedals. Learned the ropes while working for industry legends Mike Matthews and Robert Keeley. Naturally, I started tweaking and designing pedals of my own. Friends started asking for them, then friends of friends. Quality craftsmanship at your feet. I use only the best parts. No cutting corners. Each unit is built, tested, and shipped by me.

We have updated Discovery Pro to 6.9. What's new: Code signed files ready for macOS Catalina. Rewritten multichannel bus configuration. Windows and Linux standalone. Linux standalone JACK support. New 128 presets bank by Thomas Hook. Major framework upgrade for enhanced compatibility and stability. Compiled with XCode 10.3, VS 2019 and Ubuntu 18. 6.9 is free for 6.5 and up customers. Upgrades and cross-grades for previous Discovery Pro and Discovery customers are available at discoDSP Members Area. discoDSP | https://www.discodsp.com/

PreSonus Updates Ampire and Releases New State Space Modeled Plug-ins Baton Rouge, Louisiana, December 2019... PreSonus® has released several new State Space Modeled plug-ins in VST, AU, and AAX formats, including the Ampire State Space Modeling amplifier and effects suite. The company has made its Channel Strip plug-in collection and Fat Channel XT plug-in available in VST, AU, and AAX format, released a free VU Meter plug-in, and lowered prices on its Fat Channel Collection plug-ins. These are the first State Space Models ever released in VST, AU, and AAX format; previously, PreSonus has only used this meticulous modeling technology to develop Studio One® Native Effects plug-ins. The newly updated Ampire plug-in features all-new State Space models of classic amplifiers and pedal effects. State Space Modeling is a mathematical method of transferring each component of an analog circuit into the digital domain while maintaining the unique sonic characteristics of the original hardware. Ampire offers five new State Space-modeled amplifiers, 13 effects pedals, and 16 impulse response-based cabinet models, plus a user model to load in custom IRs. The new amp models include the MCM800 1980s-vintage British high-gain amp; VC30 1970s-vintage British amp with signature tremolo/vibrato; Blackface Twin, a 1965 American amp known for its clean sound and spring reverb; Dual Amplifier, a heavy metal standard for high-gain sounds; and Amp STV, a model of the legendary late 1960s bass beast. In addition, Ampire introduces an updated pedalboard featuring State Space Modeling re-creations of several classic pedals, a precision tuner that is switchable between Standard and Strobe modes, and a choice of user interface options. A separate Pedalboard plug-in with just the pedalboard and 13 stompbox effects models is included with Ampire. Ampire is available in VST3, AU, and AAX formats for a U.S. price of $59.95 from the PreSonus Shop. Studio One Prime and Artist users can upgrade their Ampire experience with this Add-on. Studio One 4 Professional users will receive a complimentary license for Ampire in VST3/AU/AAX formats. PreSonus has also made its Fat Channel XT plug-in and Channel Strip Collection available for the first time in VST3, AU, and AAX formats. Additional Fat Channel XT compressor and EQ models are available as Add-ons for Fat Channel XT. Fat Channel XT and Channel Strip Collection are available for a U.S. street price of $59.95 each. Please visit the PreSonus Shop for Fat Channel XT and other Add-on bundle options and pricing. Studio One 4 Professional users will receive a complimentary license for Fat Channel XT in VST3/AU/AAX formats. To top it off, PreSonus is offering a free VU Meter VST3, AU, and AAX plug-in with a built-in correlation meter and variable sensitivity. Finally, the company released its free PreSonus Hub universal plug-in manager application for macOS and Windows. For more information, please visit the PreSonus Shop at https://shop.presonus.com. PreSonus Pedalboard VST3 plug-in. Click for larger image. PreSonus Fat Channel XT VST3 plug-in. Click for larger image. PreSonus RC500 VST3 Fat Channel plug-in. Click for larger image. PreSonus VT1 VST3 Fat Channel plug-in. Click for larger image. About PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. Founded in 1995, PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc., is a leading designer and manufacturer of audio-recording and live-sound software, hardware, and related accessories. PreSonus's software, microphone preamps, signal processors, digital audio interfaces, digital mixers, control surfaces, loudspeakers, and other products are used worldwide for recording, sound reinforcement, broadcast, sound design, and Internet audio.

Fryette Amplification Releases the Deliverance 60 Series II and the Deliverance 120 Series II NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA, December 1, 2019 – Fryette Amplification introduces the Deliverance 60 Series II and the Deliverance 120 Series II, the long-awaited evolution of one of Fryette Amplification’s most popular amplifiers! New for 2019, the Deliverance Series II offers a Solo Volume mode and a totally transparent, super low noise effects loop, both of which can be controlled using a remote footswitch. In addition, the More Mode toggle switch (that activates an additional tube gain stage) can now be assignable to the Solo Volume mode for additional tube gain boost on the fly. The newly added Bright toggle switch function can also be set to operate manually, assigned to the More mode or activated together with Solo mode using the footswitch. The Deliverance preamp section has a broad dynamic range which accounts for its extra touch-sensitivity and excellent guitar volume control response. In addition, clean and overdriven voicing’s can easily be dialed up using the unique GAIN I / GAIN II structure with a little icing via the highly effective Presence and Depth controls. From there, just working your guitar volume and tone controls will yield a surprising range of voicings. The Deliverance power amp section utilizes two KT88 (Deliverance 60) or four KT88 (Deliverance 120) power tubes for robust low mids and sparkling high end harmonics. It is designed for big round tone and dynamic response at low to medium guitar volumes and a rapid but smooth transition into saturation, turning rich and thick at full guitar volume. This combination of preamp voicing and power amp response makes the Deliverance amplifier an ideal partner for any instrument, from a vintage Tele to a fully blown 7-string metal axe. Specially designed, precision wound power and output transformers produce optimum performance, reliability and stability, delivering excellent power tube response and just the right amount of natural output transformer saturation and compression. Whether you prefer the pavement pounding torque of the Deliverance One-Twenty or the chunky authority of the Deliverance Sixty, you'll be rewarded with an unbelievable array of tonal options that belie their simple front panel control set. DELIVERANCE 60 SERIES II SPECIFICATIONS Front Panel: Input, Gain I, Gain II, Bright Switch More/Less Switch, Master Volume, Solo Volume, Treble, Middle Bass, Presence and Depth. Rear Panel: Ground Switch, AC Input, Mains Fuse, DC Fuse, Dual Parallel Speaker Output Jacks Impedance Selector. Features: Dual gain controls, Footswitchable Solo Mode, MORE/LESS selectable gain switch, Interactive tone controls, Presence and Depth controls, KT88 Power Tubes, Precision-wound custom transformers. Power output: 60 Watts RMS Impedance: 4, 8 or 16 ohms. Tube Complement: 1-12AX7A Tung-Sol (Russia) 3-12AX7AC (China Selected) 1-12AT7C (China Selected) 2-Premium Matched Electro Harmonix KT88 Power Tubes Actual Dimensions: 29.25 X 9.5 X 10.5 (74 X 24 X 27) Actual Weight: 40 (18) Shipping Dimensions: 35 X 15 X 19 (89 X 38 X 48) Shipping Weight: 50 (23) Recommended cabinet: Deliverance D412-P50E, Deliverance D212-P50E. DELIVERANCE 120 SERIES II SPECIFICATIONS Front Panel: Input, Gain I, Gain II, Footswitchable Solo Mode, More/Less Switch, Bright Switch, Master Volume, Solo Volume, Treble, Middle Bass, Presence and Depth. Rear Panel: AC Input, Mains Fuse, DC Fuse, Dual Parallel Speaker Output Jacks Impedance Selector. Features: Dual gain controls, MORE/LESS selectable gain switch, Interactive tone controls, Presence and Depth controls, KT88 Power Tubes, Precision-wound custom transformers. Power output: 120 Watts RMS Impedance: 4, 8 or 16 ohms. Tube Complement: 1-12AX7A Tung-Sol (Russia) 3-12AX7AC (China Selected) 1-12AT7C (China Selected) 4-Premium Matched Sovtek KT88 Power Tubes Actual Dimensions: 29.25 X 9.5 X 10.5 (74 X 24 X 27) Actual Weight: 46 (21) Shipping Dimensions: 35 X 15 X 19 (89 X 38 X 48) Shipping Weight: 57 (26) Recommended cabinet: Deliverance D412-P50E, Deliverance D212-P50E www.fryette.com See us at Namm 2020 Booth #5429 Hall-D FRYETTE AMPLIFICATION · 6850 Vineland Ave. Unit P., North Hollywood, CA 91605 · PH: (818) 980-2800 · Fax: (818) 980-2802

PRODUCERLOOPS.COM RELEASES “EDM INJECTION VOL 1” SAMPLE PACK 'EDM Injection Vol 1' brings speaker-shredding sounds that cover the entire spectrum of electronic dance music right to your DAW. These wobbling risers, deep subs and impacts, ground-shaking drums and heavy bass lines will bring energy levels through the roof on your next track. 'EDM Injection Vol 1' provides you with all of the elements you need to make your next chart-topping EDM hits. From forceful leads and risers to silky smooth FX to drop-inducing vocal loops, this sample pack contains multiple audio file formats ready to drag-and-drop into the your sequencer of choice. MIDI Files Included: Like so many other Producer Loops products, 'EDM Injection Vol 1' includes MIDI files for the majority of musical phrases heard in each Kit, allowing you to seamlessly mix your favourite synths and samplers with the sounds contained in the pack. Dry/Wet Loops: For users looking to simply drag and drop, the 'wet' files contain all of the effects processing heard in the audio demos. But for producers looking to create their own effects mix, 'dry' loops are also included. Don't like the wet loops? No problem, add your own effects. Unlooped Riffs/Tails: This sample library also comes with unlooped/tail versions allowing you to end a phrase with the decay of the reverb/delay applied to the loop, another "Producer Loops" exclusive product feature. Royalty-Free: All of the loops in this product Royalty-Free, so once purchased, you can use these loops in your commercial releases without having to pay master royalties. Specifications: • 5 Construction Kits • ACIDized WAV Files • MIDI Files • Loops sync to BPM • 44.1 kHz/24-Bit • PC/Mac Compatible • Royalty-Free (No Exceptions) Price and Availability: 'EDM Injection Vol 1’ is available for instant download exclusively at ProducerLoops.com for £29.95 / 36.90 EUR. More information is available at: https://www.producerloops.com

Eventide Releases QVox Diatonic Pitch Shifter for iOS LITTLE FERRY, NJ, USA — December 12, 2019: Eventide is proud to release QVox for iOS, an inspirational sound effect featuring four voices of diatonic pitch shifting and delay. Mobile music enthusiasts can add rhythmic textures to guitars, morph drums into exciting new patterns, widen instruments, and create unique harmonies on vocals. Whether you are an electronic musician, singer/songwriter, or guitarist, QVox will take your melodies and ideas to new heights. Users can choose a key, scale, as well as each voice’s pitch interval. In addition, they can experiment with a variety of staggered delay groups for unique textures. Parameters can also be altered in real-time using the ‘Ribbon’ controller. Features: Four independent voices (labeled as A, B, C, D) with diatonic pitch shifting and delay. Select KEY and Scale to create harmonies that coincide with compositions or use the LEARN button to set the key by the incoming played note. Group the four delays so that they are evenly spaced or spread out. SYNC the delays to tempo, or a value of your own choosing. The ‘Ribbon’ controller allows for dynamic modification of several knobs at once to easily morph between settings. Factory presets help get you started or create your own User presets. Mixlock helps when auditioning different presets by enabling a global MIX value that will remain constant for every subsequently loaded preset. QVox for iOS is now available for download as an Audio Units AUv3 plug-in, Inter-App Audio, and Standalone app for iPhone and iPad from the App Store for $14.99 USD here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/qvox/id1488786684 For more in-depth info, please visit the dedicated QVox webpage here: https://eventideaudio.com/qvox Watch Eventide’s enlightening QVox videos here: https://etide.io/qvoxvideos About Eventide (www.eventideaudio.com) For over 48 years, Eventide has remained at the forefront of recording and music technology. In 1975, they revolutionized the audio industry by creating the world’s first commercially available digital audio effects unit. Since then, their legacy continues to reign with legendary studio processors, stompboxes, and plug-ins that have been used on countless hit records, and continue to be used by millions of musicians in studios worldwide. Eventide is a registered trademark of Eventide Inc. iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. © 2019 Eventide Inc.

Arturia reveal Pigments 2: new granular and sampling engines, and more. Get ready to add a whole new level of color and depth to your music. Pigments is a hugely versatile software synth that combines virtual analog, wavetable, sampling, and granular synthesis all in one instrument. It makes advanced modulations seem like child’s play, so you can bring your sounds to life with animations, sequences, macros, and bring it all together with incredible effects. Pigments hits the perfect balance of sounding incredible and having hugely powerful features, while at the same time being intuitive and easy to use. Free Trial available until December 31st, 2019 Arturia have launched Pigments version 2, a free update for existing users, and a special intro price to celebrate the update. Just one year on from releasing Pigments, a powerful twin engine, modulatable software synth, Arturia have given the instrument a major update. Pigments version 2 introduces impressive new features such as sample playback, granular synthesis, a revamped sequencer, a new filter, delay effect, and new presets to show off all these new abilities. Pigments version 2 is available as a free update to all Pigments owners. To update, they simply need to run the update in the Arturia Software Center. Exclusive deals will be available for existing Arturia customers and V Collection owners. "To say we’re proud is an understatement," says Sam Limier, a key player in the Arturia team responsible for bringing Pigments to life. "What started as a dream is now a reality, and we couldn't be more excited to let new and old customers alike experience Pigments like never before. The first version was audacious, but Pigments 2 brings the reality much closer to our original ambition. I look forward to hearing how musicians integrate all this granular synth and sample-shaping power with the crazy modulation stuff Pigments is capable of." Pigments 2 Intro offer To celebrate the launch, Arturia are also running a promotional offer: Usually $199 / 199€ Free update for existing users 50% Off intro offer: $99 / 99€ Exclusive price for Arturia customers Until January 7, 2020 What’s new in version 2? New Sample Engine Explore hundreds of samples, import your own, load them into one of 6 different slots with 6 playback modes. Loop, edit, and bring them to life with Pigments’ modulation abilities. New Granular Mode Add another level to your sound design by transforming samples into granular synth patches at the touch of a button, adjust density, envelope, size, and exciting randomization parameters. New Sequencer The in-built sequencer now lets you apply randomness in a non-destructive way, letting you always return back to where you started, perfect for live performance and improvisation. New Filter and Delay We’ve added the iconic sound of the Buchla Easel low pass gate and a space-age tape echo to Pigments’ sonic arsenal, for some seriously nice warping, contorting analog flavor. Refined Features What would an update be without little improvements here and there? New interface, MPE capability, new undo/redo functionality and enhanced modulation bar await you. New Presets To show off the new features, our team of heroic sound designers have created hundreds of breathtaking new sounds for you to explore and use in your tracks. Learn More Ready to get started? Maybe you want to check out some videos before you jump in? A video guide to the new features in Pigments 2. We hope you enjoy using Pigments 2, and we look forward to hearing what you make with it. Use the tag #pigments2 to share your creations with us, and the world. More tutorials ABOUT ARTURIA Founded in Grenoble, France, in 1999, Arturia specialises in the development of music software and hardware for professional and amateur musicians. They are a team of passionate people, dedicated to musicians. Their aim is to create original and different instruments, imagine new experiences, and reinvent products. Operating in 55 countries, they have offices in France, the USA, Mexico, and the UK.

Now Available, Avid S1 Brings Mixing Speed and Software Integration of High-end Pro Consoles to Home Studios Avid S1 delivers the massive mixing power of larger consoles like the Avid S6, in a more compact and affordable control surface for smaller facilities and projects or home studios BURLINGTON, Mass., December 12, 2019 – Avid® (Nasdaq: AVID) today announced the availability of the Avid S1 audio control surface designed for music mixing, audio post and video production artists. Avid S1, priced at $1,295 USD MSRP, delivers the unparalleled speed, rich visual feedback, and software integration of Avid’s high-end consoles in a portable, slimline surface that’s an easy fit for any space or budget. Avid S1 gives audio specialists the hands-on speed, precision, and software integration needed to deliver better-sounding mixes faster. From recording and editing tracks to mixing and monitoring in stereo or surround, Avid S1 provides the comprehensive control and visual feedback to accelerate any music workflow. Like the industry-standard Avid S6 and Avid S4, Avid S1 is powered by EUCON™ to offer deep integration with Pro Tools® and Media Composer®, plus native support for third-party audio and video applications like Logic Pro, Cubase, Premiere Pro, and more. Users can even switch between multiple applications—and workstations—at the touch of a button, providing the most fluid editing and mixing experience. Avid S1 tightly integrates with the free Avid Control app for iOS and Android tablets and smartphones, providing rich visual feedback to enhance workflows, ergonomic efficiency, and Avid S6-style metering and processing views so users can navigate large sessions quickly, mix more intuitively, and quickly turn around better sounding mixes. From touch-sensitive motorized faders and knobs to fast-access touchscreen workflows and Soft Keys for completing complex tasks with a single touch, Avid S1 provides the speed and versatility to accelerate any music, audio post, or video project. Users also can easily scale the surface as their needs grow by connecting up to four units together—and even add an Avid Dock—to create a single extended and integrated surface. “We designed the Avid S1 control surface with home or smaller studios and budgets in mind,” said Rob D’Amico, Director of Product Marketing, Audio & Video Solutions at Avid. “We strive to give customers the integrated hardware and software workflows they need to create the best sounding mixes. The Avid S1 enables users to create complex mixes without having to compromise on quality and opens up a world of capabilities never before possible with a control surface at this price.” Avid S1 will be on display at Avid’s NAMM Show 2020 booth (#15502), January 16-19, 2020. Avid S1 is now available. For more information and a list of authorized Avid resellers, visit Avid.com/S1. About Avid Avid delivers the most open and efficient media platform, connecting content creation with collaboration, asset protection, distribution, and consumption. Avid’s preeminent customer community uses Avid’s comprehensive tools and workflow solutions to create, distribute and monetize the most watched, loved and listened to media in the world—from prestigious and award-winning feature films to popular television shows, news programs and televised sporting events, and celebrated music recordings and live concerts. With the most flexible deployment and pricing options, Avid’s industry-leading solutions include Media Composer®, Pro Tools®, Avid NEXIS®, MediaCentral®, iNEWS®, AirSpeed®, Sibelius®, Avid VENUE™, FastServe®, and Maestro™. For more information about Avid solutions and services, visit www.avid.com, connect with Avid on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, or subscribe to Avid Blogs. © 2019 Avid Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Avid, the Avid logo, Avid NEXIS, EUCON, FastServe, AirSpeed, iNews, Maestro, MediaCentral, Media Composer, Pro Tools, Avid VENUE, and Sibelius are trademarks or registered trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Product features, specifications, system requirements and availability are subject to change without notice.

Sought-after large-format Cali76 with transformer output stage set to return Buckinghamshire, UK (11 December 2019) – Origin Effects have just built their 10,000th Cali76 Compact Deluxe, the compressor pedal widely regarded as the gold standard for effects pedal compression. It’s a remarkable achievement for a small British company and shows how players worldwide have embraced Origin’s no-compromise approach to tone. To celebrate this milestone, Origin have announced a limited reissue of the original the Cali76-TX. This version of the first-generation, large-format Cali76 featured an additional Class-A transistor stage driving a high-spec output transformer, plus a balanced line/DI output to add extra versatility in the studio and on stage. When Origin launched the Cali76 back in 2012, it was, and still is, like nothing else on the market. With its large, brushed aluminium enclosure, studio-grade circuitry and astonishingly transparent sound, the Cali76 broke the mould in every department. Though the award-winning Compact Deluxe has replaced the original large-format Cali76, packing exactly the same circuit topology and peerless performance into a smaller enclosure, the original transformer-equipped models remain highly sought-after by players, producers and collectors alike. Now Origin Effects are reissuing both the TX and TX-L in a special limited run. The Cali76-TX features a custom-wound iron core transformer designed to subtly saturate and add extra harmonic complexity at higher gain levels. Meanwhile, the Cali76-TX-L features a high-end Lundahl transformer, offering the ultra-linear performance, transparent low end and flat phase response that many users prefer for use in the studio and on bass guitar. Both pedals also feature a 12-stage LED gain reduction meter, a balanced line-level/DI output, and a high/low gain switch - useful for pushing the transformer harder. The limited-edition TX and TX-L will be available through selected dealers/on a first-come, first-served basis on 11 December 2019. The Cali76 Compact Deluxe is, of course, still available, offering the same studio-grade 1176-style compression with the added convenience of a built-in dry blend control. Cali76-TX Limited Edition Reissue (£550/$639/€645/AU$985) Cali76-TX-L Limited Edition Reissue (£650/$749/€765/AU$1165) The original, large-format Cali76 compressor with high-spec transformer output stage and balanced line out, optimised for guitar, bass and studio use. Features include: • Ratio, Attack, Release, Input/Comp and Output controls • 12-stage LED gain-reduction meter • Custom-wound iron core (TX) or ultra-linear Lundahl (TX-L) output transformer • Amplifier output plus independent balanced line/DI output with pad and ground lift options • High/Low gain switch for transformer saturation origineffects.com

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, December 2019... PreSonus® has released Studio One® 4.6, the latest version of its award-winning recording and production software, including its newly updated third-generation Ampire State Space Modeling amplifier and effects plug-in. Studio One 4.6 also introduces version 2.0 of its Exchange online content-sharing space for Studio One. Studio One 4.6 features a redesigned Browser with new view options for even more intuitive navigation, including a new PreSonus Shop tab, allowing you to explore new content with a single mouse click. In addition to the classic List view, the Browser now has a beautiful new Gallery view, enabling you to navigate your plug-ins, Soundcloud, Exchange, and Shop content in a more visual way. The Ampire plug-in features all-new State Space models of five classic amplifiers plus five coveted stompboxes. A tuner and five new Impulse Response cabinet models have also been added. Ampire is included in the Studio One 4 Professional version 4.6 update and is available as an add-on for Studio One Artist and Prime users for $59.95. The 13 pedal effects are also included in the new Pedalboard plug-in, which is free for Studio One 4 Professional users. Improved Studio One arranging and pattern editing features include the ability to convert Instrument Parts to Patterns, great for building variations from existing drum grooves. Individual note lengths in Patterns can now be more than one step, which allows for more versatile bass lines and sequences. Even better, this new feature works in both Melodic and Drum Pattern modes. Real-time recording into Patterns has also been improved. Exchange 2.0 features a new http://exchange.presonus.com landing page where users can browse, download, review, and preview Exchange drum maps, effects chains, audio loops, musicloops, and presets. In users’ MyPreSonus account, a new user interface makes it easier to browse, download, review, upload, and “favorite” Exchange assets. Users also now have a public landing page listing their Exchange contributions. Studio One 4.6 is a free update for all registered Studio One 4 users. For more information, visit www.presonus.com/products/Studio-One. Studio One 4.6 introduces the new PreSonus Shop Gallery view (R). Click for larger image. PreSonus Exchange 2.0. Click for larger image. About PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. Founded in 1995, PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc., is a leading designer and manufacturer of audio-recording and live-sound software, hardware, and related accessories. PreSonus's software, microphone preamps, signal processors, digital audio interfaces, digital mixers, control surfaces, loudspeakers, and other products are used worldwide for recording, sound reinforcement, broadcast, sound design, and Internet audio.

Roland Cloud releases virtual version of the classic early 2000s PCM Synth Seattle, WA, December 10, 2019 — Roland Cloud, an evolving cloud-based suite of software synthesizers, drum machines, and sampled instruments, presents the XV-5080. A Swiss Army knife in the world of sample-based libraries, the XV-5080 remains as vital today as it was upon its release. Released in 2000, the Roland XV-5080 stepped onto the scene, leaving a mighty footprint. Described for years as “Roland's ultimate sound module,” the XV-5080 boasted immense PCM-based multitimbral synthesis power, sophisticated modulation, an array of pro-quality DSP effects, and compatibility with the popular SRX Expansion Board series. Its fidelity and technological adaptability were unmatched at the time and embraced heavily by composers and producers spanning a wide range of genres. Electronic Musician praised the instrument in 2001, stating that, “The variety of sounds is especially impressive, encompassing almost any music style you can imagine. The basses rumble, the pads are sweet, and the synths have bite.” The XV-5080 is brimming with nearly every instrument sound imaginable; one of the reasons musicians often used the original in place of slower and less convenient samplers. Onboard effects and the flexible parameters of a virtual platform make the XV-5080 a valuable tool for composers, beatmakers, and songwriters at all levels. With over 900 presets in its library, Roland Cloud’s XV-5080 facilitates genre-hopping fluidity. From low-end theory to iconic retro game sounds and symphonic masterpieces, this instrument is limited only by the imagination. The categorical search function makes finding the perfect sonic complement an effortless process. Hardware synthesizers like the Roland SYSTEM-8 can map to these controls, facilitating an easy, tactile workflow. Roland Cloud's XV-5080 also features a drop-down editor with separate views for STRUCTURE, TVF, TVA, LFO, and other parameters. Whether you’re orchestrating rhythmic EDM or cavernous boom-bap beats, the Roland XV-5080 provides tools to achieve that perfect blend. The XV-5080 joins the TR-808, JUNO-106, JUPITER-8, TB-303, TR-909, D-50, and dozens of other classic titles in Roland Cloud’s growing suite of software instruments. --------- About ROLAND CLOUD Roland Cloud is an evolving cloud-based suite of software synthesizers, drum machines, and sampled instruments for modern creators. Team Roland Cloud is our vibrant, worldwide community of music makers and producers—all developing and sharing innovative sounds. For more information visit www.rolandcloud.com.

Graph Tech Introduces Bass Ratio Machine Heads for Ultimate Tuning Control DELTA, BRITISH COLUMBIA — Bass players are already known to be cool, calm and collected, and with new Bass Ratio machine heads from Graph Tech Guitar Labs, they’ll be in full control for tuning on the fly. Among the latest additions to the Ratio brand, the innovative Bass Ratio machine heads are each calibrated to a gear ratio, so each string feels and reacts the same to any tuning adjustment. This synchronized system makes tuning and re-tuning the bass faster and more intuitive. “I didn’t know tuning my bass could be a recognizably better experience. I love Ratios, and they’re so smooth!” said Nicole Row, bassist for Panic! At the Disco. Just like the Ratio systems for electric and acoustic guitar, Bass Ratio machine heads are designed with balanced-gear tuning technology. They’re the world’s first bass machine heads to use a double envelope gear design with a hardened steel gear to ensure smooth consistency on the higher ratios. For example, from low B to C on a 6-string, small-diameter post, the gear ratios are 48:1, 36:1, 30:1, 20:1, 18:1 and 16:1. One full rotation of any Bass Ratio key results in approximately one full tone pitch change. Each machine head is amazingly smooth and super strong, and provides an unparalleled tuning experience. The Bass Ratio product line is comprised of seven sets of machine heads, allowing for customization based on number of strings (4-, 5-, or 6-string bass) and tactile preference, including both Y-style and classic clover leaf chrome buttons. Players can find Graph Tech’s Bass Ratio machine heads on newly released models from popular bass manufacturers. They can also pick up a set at local retailers or shop online to retrofit their favorite bass. MSRP ranges from $99.99 to $199.95 per set. To learn more, visit www.graphtech.com or visit our booth #3520 in Hall D during the NAMM Show. About Graph Tech Guitar Labs Graph Tech invents, designs and manufactures cool, new and useful guitar products. Founded more than 35 years ago, the company is behind some of the world's most recognized products and brands in the music industry, and has over 50 patents and trademarks around the world. Graph Tech’s list of industry firsts include the world's first self-lubricating nut in 1983; String Saver Saddles, the first saddle to drastically reduce string breakage; TUSQ man-made ivory; and Ratio machine heads. Learn more at www.graphtech.com.

A modern take on the classic diode bridge compressor Madrid, Spain (December 9, 2019) - Heritage Audio is proud to announce the HA-609A, a modern, improved take on the classic tracking/mixing diode bridge compressor. As with the other products in their Elite Series, the HA-609A takes advantage of the latest in manufacturing technology to offer an unprecedented value without compromising audio quality — all built at the Heritage factory in Spain. The HA-609A is a modern take on the classic transformer coupled diode bridge compressor/limiter design, with several improvements brought in to accommodate the modern workflow. While some classic iterations of this design utilized some IC chips and a class A/B amplifier stage; the HA-609A features an entirely discrete, class A design and a total of three Carnhill/St Ives transformers per channel. Thanks to a proprietary system of diode bridge matching, the HA-609A has better channel matching than any earlier incarnations; while the use of rotary switches and high quality, stepped pots allow for easy recall and maintain a perfect stereo image. The addition of a fast attack mode for both the compressor and limiter section allow the HA-609A the flexibility to handle individual tracks as well as groups and 2-bus program material, making it the perfect choice for both tracking and mixing. Price and Availability: The HA-609A is scheduled to ship worldwide in December 2019, with an estimated street price of $1,799 USD.

PRODUCERLOOPS.COM RELEASES “UK HOUSE ANTHEMS BUNDLE (VOLS 1-3)” 'UK House Anthems Bundle (Vols 1-3)' by Producer Loops is a bundle of the three first volumes of the 'UK House Anthems' series overflowing with funky basslines, iconic mono-synth basses, brasses, classy percussion, elegant strings and keys, plus tons of glamourous vocal chops. This pack includes all the elements of the whole series, delivering 15 Construction Kits inspired by UK House pioneers like Disclosure, Dusky and Hot Since 82. The whole 'UK House Anthems' series was created by a seasoned producer with multiple Top 100 releases on labels like Sony, Spinnin', Ultra and Toolroom. In detail, you'll get 15 Construction Kits full of genuine UK House production tools, designed to spark the flame of inspiration in your productions. Use these Construction Kits to create your own complete professional UK House mixes in a matter of minutes. These Construction Kits are ideal for the beginner or professional alike, as the inspiring musical themes are complemented by Producer Loops' usual feature set, bringing you MIDI, one-shots, FX tails and dry/wet variations. MIDI Files Included: 'UK House Anthems Vol 1-3' includes 70 MIDI files, allowing you to seamlessly mix your favourite synths and samplers with the sounds contained in the pack. Advantages of MIDI: While the supplied ACID/Apple Loops/REX files are extremely flexible and powerful, MIDI has the added benefit of allowing you to go to extremes of pitch and tempo beyond which the loops were originally recorded, with no time stretching or pitch shifting artefacts. Furthermore, you can make tweaks to the riffs so they fit perfectly into your existing mixes. One-Shot Samples: This pack also includes one-shot samples, allowing you to create new beats, fills and loops to complement the existing material. Simply load them up into your sampler of choice and create an infinite number of new grooves and phrases. Dry/Wet Loops: For users looking to simply drag and drop, the 'wet' files contain all of the effects processing heard in the audio demos. But for producers looking to create their own effects mix, 'dry' loops are also included. Don't like the wet loops? No problem; add your own effects. Unlooped Riffs/Tails: This sample library also comes with unlooped/tail versions allowing you to end a phrase with the decay of the reverb/delay applied to the loop, another "Producer Loops" exclusive product feature. Royalty-Free: All of the loops in this product are 100% Royalty-Free (including the vocal loops), so once purchased, you can use these loops in your commercial releases without having to pay any hidden costs. Specifications: • 15 Construction Kits • 404 WAV • 70 MIDI • ACIDized WAV Files • Apple Loops/AIFF Files • REX2 Loops • Ableton Live 8.1.3 Pack • Reason ReFill • Loops Sync To BPM • 44.1 kHz/24-Bit • PC/Mac Compatible • Royalty-Free (No Exceptions) Price and Availability: 'UK House Anthems Bundle (Vols 1-3)’ is available for instant download exclusively at ProducerLoops.com for £34.95 / 43.15 EUR. More information is available at: https://www.producerloops.com

Amptweaker Lefebvre TightFuzz LTD Fuzz Pedal Cumming, GA, Dec 6, 2019 Introducing the new Lefebvre TightFuzzTM Limited Edition Fuzz. For 5 years bassist Tim Lefebvre has been using the Amptweaker Bass TightFuzzTM to record and tour with many artists including David Bowie, Tedeschi-Trucks, Empire of the Sun and recently The Black Crowes. The Lefebvre TightFuzz fuzz is tweaked to give the user Tim’s favorite setting when the knobs are all straight up. This Tim’s ‘always on’ tone, and sometimes he kicks the Fuzz all the way up for heavier tones. The pedal starts with the Germanium output transistor, for a warm amp like breakup, and is set for the 60’s tone from the original Bass TightFuzz. The Tone knob is great for dialing down the fuzziness to get small tube amp tones, and Amptweaker’s popular Tight knob adjusts the chunk of the attack to help control the flubby low end typical of a fuzz tone. Low gain tones are easy to achieve, thanks to the Auto Bias that adjusts with the Fuzz control, yielding the cleanest and nastiest distortions possible with one control. Special input circuitry simulates the guitar, so active effects and pickups can be used in front....very important for bass since many have onboard EQ. The Dry Low knob was developed by Amptweaker to give bass players the ability to blend in dry low end, which helps prevent the typical loss of low end that happens in most distortion pedals. Includes effects loop with Pre/Post switch to add delay or other distortion/EQs to further tweak the fuzz. Other features include LED illumination of controls, Battery On/ O switch, and magnetic battery access door. www.Amptweaker.com

Next-Generation GK Synthesizer and Instrument Modeling Processor for Guitar and Bass Los Angeles, California, December 5, 2019 — BOSS introduces the SY-1000 Guitar Synthesizer, an advanced synthesizer and modeling processor for guitar and bass. Opening a bold new chapter in BOSS guitar synth innovation, the SY-1000 features a newly developed Dynamic Synth and refreshed versions of historic BOSS/Roland instrument modeling and synthesizer technologies. Backed by a cutting-edge sound engine, high-speed DSP, and evolved GK technology, the SY-1000 delivers the finest performance and most organic playing experience yet. BOSS and its parent company, Roland, have been at the forefront of guitar synthesizer development since 1977, when the landmark GR-500 first introduced guitar synthesis to the world. The SY-1000 is the most powerful guitar/bass synth processor to date, fusing decades of R&D with the latest software and hardware advancements. Leveraging custom DSP and GK independent string processing, the SY-1000 brings numerous musical advantages to players, including ultra-articulate tracking, lightning-fast response, instantly variable tuning, sound panning/layering, and more. SY-1000 users can build patches with three simultaneous instruments—each with a number of distinctive types to choose from—and combine them for an endless range of sounds. Fed by the processor’s 13-pin GK input, every instrument offers an extensive set of parameters for tone shaping, mixing, and tuning. A normal ¼-inch input is also available to blend in regular guitar/bass pickup sounds. Deep and expressive, the SY-1000’s Dynamic Synth takes guitar synthesis to a new level, allowing players to craft sounds never before possible. Ten oscillator waveforms are available, plus six filter types, amplifier control, two LFOs, and two 16-part step sequencers for automating pitch, filter, and amplitude parameters. Optimum performance is realized with the GK input, but it’s also possible to play the Dynamic Synth via the normal guitar/bass input. Complementing the Dynamic Synth are two additional synth instruments. OSC Synth is an analog-style engine with numerous filter options and full ADSR control. Also included is a faithful sonic recreation of the GR-300, Roland’s legendary analog guitar synth from the early 1980s. The SY-1000’s instrument models include a large selection of classic electric, acoustic, and bass guitars, each with independent tuning, EQ, virtual amp settings, and more. There’s also a unique VIO Guitar instrument that emulates bowed tones, and a Poly FX instrument that produces rich voices with high-res definition. The SY-1000’s effects and user interface are derived from BOSS’s flagship GT-1000 multi-effects. A large LCD and hands-on knobs enable free-flowing sound creation, and users can customize eight onboard footswitches to operate nearly any function. Deep external control is supported as well. Main and Sub stereo outputs include independent EQs, and there's also an effects loop for integrating external gear. Dedicated power-up modes optimize the SY-1000 for guitar or bass operation. For full access to all synth and modeling features, a Roland GK-compatible pickup and 13-pin cable are required. User-installable options include the GK-3 Divided Pickup, which is compatible with most standard electric guitars, and the GK-3B Divided Bass Pickup, which works with most 4-, 5-, and 6-string electric basses. GK Ready instruments are also available from many different manufacturers. Availability & Pricing The BOSS SY-1000 will be available in January 2020, for $999.99. Press Kit including hi-res images, press release, specs and more are available here. To learn more about the SY-1000 Guitar Synthesizer, visit www.boss.info. --------- About BOSS BOSS, a division of Roland Corporation, has achieved legendary status among guitarists by offering a diverse, world-leading product lineup that includes amps, compact effects processors, multi-effects processors, digital recorders, rhythm machines, metronomes, tuners, vocal products, and more. For more information, visit Boss.info.

Spitfire Audio kicks off ORIG!NALS series of instant writing tools with wallet-friendly EPIC STRINGS cinematic instrument plug-in par excellence LONDON, UK: Spitfire Audio is proud to announce availability of EPIC STRINGS — a symphonic-sized string section inaugurating its new series of ORIG!NALS, wallet-friendly yet eminently essential cinematic ingredients for any professional or budding professional composer and music-maker, meticulously captured for superlative sampling in the Spitfire way at AIR Studios, hallowed host to an abundance of blockbuster film scoring sessions, simplified and presented in the British music technology company’s free, easy-to-use (AAX-, AU-, VST2-, and VST3-supporting) plug-in, perfect for anyone wishing to add a touch of Spitfire magic to their DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) recordings while taking the next step up from the entry-level LABS series of free sample- based virtual instruments — as of December 4... As a symphonic-sized, 60-strong string section of London’s best players professionally recorded in the hallowed (Lyndhurst) Hall at London’s legendary AIR Studios, EPIC STRINGS serves up 11 appetising articulations — Live, incorporating shorts and longs into a single playable patch proffering ease of writing; Short; Short Ostinato; Short (Octave); Pizzicato; Long; Long (Octave); Long (Slow); Long CS; Long CS (Octave); and Long CS (Slow) — alongside three tasty signal settings — Room, a combination of Tree, Ambient, and Outrigger mics; Close, adds definition to the Room signal; and Stretch, a stretched version of the Room, creating an ambient, synth-like texture — to form a 2.44 GB download-sized cinematic instrument plug-in par excellence. Clearly clutter-free and focused, it includes easy-to-use REVERB, RELEASE, and TIGHTNESS controllers, together with simple sliders for level and dynamics adjustment, and a large ‘knob’ for additional control of the three aforesaid controllers. Helpfully, however, EPIC STRINGS can be quickly customised to the personal workflow of any user — ultimately, for instance, including whether Help text is displayed at the bottom of the plug-in’s perfectly formed UI (user interface)! Inaugurating Spitfire Audio’s new series of ORIG!NALS instant writing tools, then, EPIC STRINGS surely is an instant winner, with wallet-friendly pricing to make sure that taking that next step up from the British music technology company’s established entry-level LABS series of free sample-based virtual instruments is as painless as possible. Put it this way: it is, indeed, an essential cinematic ingredient. Originality, of course, tastes marvellous — musically, more so with ORIG!NALS, opening with EPIC STRINGS! EPIC STRINGS is available as an AAX-, AU-, VST2-, and VST3-supporting plug-in for Mac (OS X 10.10 or later) and Windows (7, 8, and 10 — latest Service Pack) that loads directly into any compatible DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) for an RRP (Recommended Retail Price) of only £29.00 GBP (inc. VAT)/$29.00 USD/€29.00 EUR (inc. VAT) — from here: https://www.spitfireaudio.com/originals Spitfire Audio’s free Download Manager application — available from here: http://www.spitfireaudio.com/info/library-manager/ — allows anyone to buy now and download anytime. For more in-depth information, please visit Spitfire Audio’s ORIG!NALS Frequently Asked Questions webpage here: https://www.spitfireaudio.com/info/faq/spitfire-originals/ Watch Spitfire Audio’s engaging EPIC STRINGS user interface explanatory video here: https://youtu.be/yNJbOIijHC8 Watch Spitfire Audio’s tasty trailer video for EPIC STRINGS here: https://youtu.be/iMpRwXLmocM Note that EPIC STRINGS has been made out of Spitfire Audio’s existing symphonic string recordings for the legacy ALBION, an early version of ALBION ONE, recorded in Lyndhurst Hall at London’s AIR Studios. Spitfire Audio has, however, updated the samples and simplified their presentation to be composed of just three microphone positions, including the newly-created Stretch signal for an ambient synth-like texture, and 11 essential articulations, including the all-new Live technique, incorporating longs and shorts into a single playable patch. About Spitfire Audio (www.spitfireaudio.com) Spitfire Audio is a British music technology company that specialises in sounds — sample libraries, virtual instruments, and other useful software devices. It collaborates with the best composers, artists, and engineers in the world to build musical tools that sound great and are exciting to use. © 2019 Spitfire Audio Holdings Limited

Avid Connect 2020 offers peer-led workshops, training, networking and expert advice for media and entertainment’s powerful and influential user community BURLINGTON, Mass., Dec. 5, 2019—The Avid Customer Association (ACA), in collaboration with Avid® (Nasdaq: AVID), today announced that registration has opened for Avid Connect 2020, the powerful annual gathering of media and entertainment technology users and influencers. Avid Connect 2020 “Collective Vision” presents an exciting opportunity for attendees to collaborate and problem-solve with peers, learn from and inspire others, and gain a fresh perspective to advance their organizations and careers. The conference will be held April 17-18, 2020 at Wynn Las Vegas immediately preceding the NAB Show. Register for Avid Connect 2020 at www.avid.com/connect. Avid Connect 2020 will feature more customer-led sessions and workshops for creatives and technologists working in the media and entertainment industry. Peers will share innovations and workflows in action to help them keep up with the increasing speed of production. Workshop sessions will challenge participants to work together to brainstorm ideas or initiatives around key industry issues such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, delivering for OTT and streaming revenue. New this year will be “Avid Link lounges,” real-world representations of the online lounges in the Avid Link app, where attendees can meet up to talk about topics of their choosing. “This year’s Avid Connect 2020 will be a new experience for attendees and is inspired by feedback from ACA members who are eager to share their knowledge, lead sessions and tap the collective knowledge, experience and vision that every ACA member and Avid customer brings to the conference,” said Darren Long, Co-Chair of the ACA Executive Board and Group Content Processing Director at Sky. “Our ‘Collective Vision’ theme captures the spirit and power of this annual gathering. Avid Connect 2020 is open to everyone in the media and entertainment industry and is a perfect professional-development complement for those planning on attending the NAB Show.” Avid Connect 2020 also will feature its popular technology partner pavilion, where attendees can talk one-on-one with Avid’s leading technology partners about their specific requirements or vision. As an additional benefit, Avid Connect 2020 registrants automatically become ACA members and gain continuous access to all the organization has to offer, including spaces to share ideas and perspectives with more than 30,000 members from every discipline and job level in content creation, production, management and delivery—from global media organizations to individuals just starting their careers. ACA members are eligible to participate in the annual ACA Vote, a comprehensive survey of media and entertainment technology users that identifies issues of importance to this community and contributes to the ongoing dialogue between the ACA and Avid. “There are so many ways that we all get a chance to talk to each other, talk to executives at Avid, and get the opportunity to advocate for the things that are important to us,” said songwriter and vocal producer Mischke about the benefits of ACA membership. “The great thing is, at Avid, they actually listen.” For more information about Avid Connect 2020, visit www.avid.com/connect. About the Avid Customer Association Avid and its customers established the Avid Customer Association (ACA) to create better opportunities to connect with peers, share experiences and insights, provide input on Avid products, solutions and services, and lend their collective voice to critical issues in the media industry. The ACA fosters deep collaboration between Avid and the people who are most passionate about creating opportunities to thrive. Any professional working in media and entertainment can become an ACA member, which is free of charge for any qualified member of the community. Learn more at www.avidcustomerassociation.com. About Avid Avid delivers the most open and efficient media platform, connecting content creation with collaboration, asset protection, distribution, and consumption. Avid’s preeminent customer community uses Avid’s comprehensive tools and workflow solutions to create, distribute and monetize the most watched, loved and listened to media in the world—from prestigious and award-winning feature films to popular television shows, news programs and televised sporting events, and celebrated music recordings and live concerts. With the most flexible deployment and pricing options, Avid’s industry-leading solutions include Media Composer®, Pro Tools®, Avid NEXIS®, MediaCentral®, iNEWS®, AirSpeed®, Sibelius®, Avid VENUE™, Avid FastServe®, Maestro™, and PlayMaker™. For more information about Avid solutions and services, visit www.avid.com, connect with Avid on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, or subscribe to Avid Blogs. © 2019 Avid Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Avid, the Avid logo, Avid NEXIS, Avid FastServe, AirSpeed, iNews, Maestro, MediaCentral, Media Composer, NewsCutter, PlayMaker, Pro Tools, Avid VENUE, and Sibelius are trademarks or registered trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Product features, specifications, system requirements and availability are subject to change without notice.

Revolutionary New Wearable, Over-Ear Guitar System with Natural “Amp-in-Room” Tone Los Angeles, December 5, 2019 — BOSS, a leading manufacturer and distributor of some of the world’s most popular electric guitar effects and amplifiers, introduces the Waza-Air Wireless Personal Guitar Amplification System, a revolutionary new wearable, over-ear sound system for guitarists. In BOSS Waza tradition, Waza-Air combines decades of expertise with cutting-edge innovation to present a breakthrough musical product that truly pushes the envelope. Melding BOSS’s premium amp, effects, and wireless technologies with dynamic 3D sound and natural “amp-in-room” tone, Waza-Air delivers a unique guitar amplification experience that’s never been available until now. While often necessary to avoid bothering others, playing guitar through traditional headphones offers a less-than-satisfying experience that lacks the depth and dimension of playing a real amp in a real room. Waza-Air changes all that, restoring the natural dimension, resonance, and “moving air” feel to provide an engaging and inspiring monitoring environment for the player. An integrated gyro sensor tracks head movements as the user plays, driving sophisticated 3D algorithms that produce an immersive sound field with extraordinary spatial realism. Waza-Air’s advanced ambience setups provide three realistic environments to play in. Surround mode places the amp in a virtual room, providing an immersive experience like playing a recording studio. Static mode provides natural spatial localization, where the combined amp and room sound continually changes depending on where the user moves their head. Finally, Stage mode places the user center stage, with the amp sound coming from a virtual backline behind them. Waza-Air features tones and controls from the stage-class Katana amplifiers, with full customization available using the free BOSS Tone Studio app for iOS and Android. Five amp types deliver tones from classic clean to high gain, plus a full-range voice that’s ideal for bass or acoustic-electric guitar. Over 50 effect types are available as well, including mod, delay, and reverb effects optimized for Waza-Air’s unique spatial experience. And with six onboard memories, users can store favorite setups and recall them with dedicated buttons. In addition to providing a wireless connection to BOSS Tone Studio, Waza-Air’s built-in Bluetooth lets the user jam along with songs from their mobile device. When used with Stage mode, the streaming music plays from the backline along with the amp sound, simulating a live performance environment. It's also possible to remotely control volume and playback functions with a multi-function lever on Waza-Air. All audio connectivity with Waza-Air is 100-percent wireless, allowing users to move and play in complete freedom. Advanced wireless tech from BOSS’s acclaimed WL series provides premium sound quality, effortless set up, and great playing feel with ultra-low latency. The headphones and included transmitter also feature auto standby and wake functions, conserving the life of their built-in rechargeable batteries between playing sessions. Availability & Pricing The BOSS Waza-Air Wireless Personal Guitar Amplification System is available December 5, 2019, for $399.99. To learn more about Waza-Air, visit www.boss.info. --------- About BOSS BOSS, a division of Roland Corporation, has achieved legendary status among guitarists by offering a diverse, world-leading product lineup that includes amps, compact effects processors, multi-effects processors, digital recorders, rhythm machines, metronomes, tuners, vocal products, and more. For more information, visit Boss.info.