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SampleScience releases the first plugin dedicated to Vaporwave! SampleScience announces the release of Vaporwaves, the first plugin dedicated solely to the vaporwave music genre. The VST/AU plugin instrument contains a collection of 75 multi-sampled sounds inspired by the cheesy sound of 80s pop music. The instrument contains everything from distorted VHS pads to glassy pianos, beautiful Rhodes to FM mallets as well as the obligatory DX piano, slap bass, and saxophone. Features: 75 multi-sampled sounds Multi-LFO Reverb Highpass/Lowpass filter Tape, VHS and Rain sound effects Sub oscillator Available as a VST/VST3/AU for both macOS and Windows Price: 30$ Product page: https://www.samplescience.ca/2019/09/vaporwaves.html Audio demo: https://soundcloud.com/samplesciencemtl/vaporwaves Quickstart guide (pdf): https://tinyurl.com/y5c8dkay

More Time for Music: Dorico 3 The latest iterations of Steinberg’s music notation software, Dorico Pro 3 and Dorico Elements 3, introduce unique features for automatically producing a condensed conductor’s score (Pro only), support for tablature, guitar notation and much more. HAMBURG, Germany — Steinberg today announced the highly anticipated release of the latest version of its professional scoring software, Dorico 3. Every feature in the new version is designed to help musicians complete their work faster, so that they can spend less time in front of their computers, and more time making music. Condensing: Exclusive to Dorico Pro 3 The headline improvement in Dorico Pro 3 is the ability to produce a condensed conductor’s score automatically. In a condensed score, music for multiple players — for example, two flutes or four horns — is written on a smaller number of staves, reducing the number of staves that must be included, allowing each staff to be larger relative to the page, and making the score easier to read. However, in existing music notation software, the process of producing a condensed score is extremely laborious, and always involves maintaining a separate document from which the individual instrumental parts are printed, meaning that editorial changes need to be made in two or more places. Producing a correct and clear condensed score has always relied on the judgement of an experienced human editor. With deadlines ever shorter, and budgets ever tighter, the cost in time and money of producing a condensed score is simply too great for many projects. Dorico Pro 3 changes all this at a stroke: now users can input the music for each player and click a single button to automatically produce a condensed conductor’s score. Dorico decides how to write the music as clearly as possible, with the flexibility to change the condensation from phrase to phrase and from system to system. The increase in productivity that this represents is comparable to other generational strides made by music notation software, such as dynamically linked instrumental parts and comprehensive collision avoidance. No other music notation software offers anything like this — only Dorico Pro 3 combines all of these technologies into a single, comprehensive package for score and part preparation. Tablature and guitar notation Dorico 3 also introduces tablature for fretted instruments, and greatly expands its capabilities in guitar notation. Dorico is the only professional music notation software where notation and tablature are dynamically linked, so that edits made in one representation are automatically reflected in the other. You can edit the number of strings, number of frets, and even the fret spacing for any fretted instrument, allowing Dorico to handle writing tab for unusual instruments like banjo and dulcimer with ease. Common guitar notations such as bends, slides, and harmonics are all included and are easy to input and use. Dorico 3 also brings chord diagrams for guitar and other fretted instruments, with a library of common shapes and an editor to quickly and easily define one’s own chords. For classical guitar, Dorico 3 introduces comprehensive support for left- and right-hand fingering and string indicators. Guitar music is challenging to lay out because of the density of annotations on every side of each note and chord, but Dorico 3 handles all of this automatically, producing layouts that closely match the most refined traditional engraving, and saving an enormous amount of time. All of these guitar-focused features are included in both Dorico Pro 3 and in the entry-level Dorico Elements 3, putting comprehensive support for tablature and guitar notation into a well-rounded package for the guitarist who also wants to write for other instruments. Even more new features Other new features and capabilities in Dorico 3 include: Comprehensive support for harp pedal changes, including automatic calculation of harp pedal diagrams, displaying partial diagrams, and even marking notes that cannot be played with the current pedal settings. Customizable playback templates, making it easy to configure Dorico to use one’s own virtual instruments and reuse those settings in future projects. New editors in Play mode for note velocity and pitch bend. Independent routing of individual voices on an instrument to different channels or even completely different devices, bringing much greater flexibility in how music can sound. Olympus Choir Micro choral samples from leading virtual instrument developer Soundiron, who have brought their beautiful vocal sounds to the HALion platform. Users can leave reminders for themselves or for collaborators using the new Comments panel, easily reply to existing comments and export a formatted list for proof-reading. Group playing techniques together and show arrows or other lines to indicate a gradual transition from one technique to another. Show bar numbers at multiple vertical positions in the system. Easily control where chord symbols should appear for solo passages. Automatic notation of natural and artificial harmonics for guitar and string instruments. There are dozens of further improvements across the application, spanning playback, engraving, note input, workflow, and many refinements to the user interface. Product Marketing Manager for Dorico, Daniel Spreadbury, said: “The release of Dorico 3 represents a significant milestone in the evolution not only of Dorico but also of music notation software in general. Being able to produce a condensed conductor’s score at the click of a button will profoundly change the workflow of composers, arrangers and editors who write for large ensembles, and together with the hundreds of other improvements throughout the application, Dorico 3 will save time for every musician.” Availability and pricing Dorico is available from local resellers and through the Steinberg Online Shop. The suggested retail price for the boxed version of Dorico Pro 3 is 579 euros including German VAT; download only is available for 559 euros. Students and teachers can purchase Dorico Pro 3 at the discounted suggested retail price of 359 euros including German VAT. Users of Finale and Sibelius can buy a Dorico Pro 3 crossgrade at the special suggested retail price of 299 euros (box) or 279 euros (download) including German VAT, and a further educational discount is available for students and teachers, allowing them to buy Dorico Pro 3 for just 179 euros (box) or 159 euros (download) including German VAT. The suggested retail price for Dorico Elements 3 is 99.99 euros including German VAT, and qualifying students and teachers can buy Dorico Elements 3 for just 66.99 euros including German VAT. Various downloadable updates and upgrades, crossgrades, and education versions are exclusively available through the Steinberg Online Shop and the Steinberg website. Customers who have activated Dorico 2 editions and earlier versions on or after August 8, 2019, are eligible for a free, downloadable Grace Period update to the latest respective version. Key features Best automatic engraving of any software Easy note input Intelligently adjusts notation as you write Any number of movements or pieces in a single project Automatic layout of instrumental parts, including unique linked cues Stunning playback — nearly 1,500 sounds included Supports VST 3 virtual instruments and effects processors (30 included) Sequencer-style piano roll MIDI editor DTP page layout Sophisticated chord symbols, unpitched percussion and drum set notation Unbarred music, tuplets across barlines, microtonality, etc. all handled correctly — no workarounds Transfer to and from other programs via MusicXML, MIDI, PDF, etc. Links Product page: www.steinberg.net/dorico YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/dorico About Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH Steinberg is known the world over for its music and audio software and hardware solutions. The company has been developing, manufacturing and selling innovative products for musicians and producers in the music, film, post production and multimedia industries since 1984. Steinberg products are used by Grammy and Oscar award-winning composers, engineers and producers. The company also offers business customers license- management and copy-protection systems. Visit www.steinberg.net for further details. All trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective owners.

New CRX “Deacon” Church Packs from TRX® Cymbals. Called “incredibly musical yet surprisingly affordable” by Gospel drumming legend, Jeff “Lo” Davis— and specially developed for Christian and Gospel church music programs,—the new “Deacon” cymbal packs from CRX offer the professional sound and performance of B20 Bronze cymbals at a B8 price. This combination of quality and value is now available in Classic (dark) and Xtreme (bright) series and a choice of two popular configurations. • “Old Testament” Pack includes 14” Hi-Hats, 21” Ride and 18” Crash with bag ($499.99 Street price) • “New Testament” Pack includes 10” Splash, 14” Stacker and 16” Crash ($199.99 Street price) To learn more, visit the TRX website at www.trxcymbals.com or contact the TRX Cymbal Co. LLC at 818-751-3257, sales@trxcymbals.com.

Point Source Precision Meets Adaptive Woofer Technology in Genelec’s Newly Expanded “The Ones” Family NATICK, MA, September 5, 2019 — Genelec, the world leader in professional audio monitoring, has expanded “The Ones” series of Ultimate Point Source Monitors to bring uncompromised precision listening to a much wider range of room sizes, listening distances and SPL requirements. The announcement of the new 8351B and 8361A coaxial three-way monitors alongside the complementary W371A Adaptive Woofer System means that The Ones family now delivers uniquely uncolored and neutral reference monitoring performance - from ultra-nearfield through to mastering-caliber and main monitor applications. The Ones range was launched in 2014 with the introduction of the 8351A, whose extraordinary imaging, extended frequency response, controlled directivity and fatigue-free listening enabled professionals to work faster and make more informed, consistent decisions when recording and mixing. In 2017 the 8351A was joined by the 8331A and 8341A models, creating a trio of compact nearfield monitors that stunned users worldwide with their outstanding performance, garnering multiple industry awards along the way. By coloring neither direct sound nor reflections, The Ones rapidly gained a well-earned reputation for making a good room sound incredible. Today, the new 8361A three-way coaxial monitor refines the point source concept even further, offering the most advanced acoustic performance of any studio monitor currently available – with extremely high dynamic range, unrivalled directivity and imaging and a short-term SPL of 118 dB with peak levels even higher. Now the largest coaxial monitor in The Ones family, the 8361A will deliver an exquisite monitoring experience at any listening distance up to 5 meters, making it perfect for small- to medium-sized rooms. The 8361A features two newly-designed Acoustically Concealed Woofers – generating high SPL output with extremely low distortion – and brand-new MDC coaxial midrange and tweeter drivers which provide smooth directivity, low distortion, high SPL and extended frequency response up to 40 kHz. Like all models in The Ones range, the 8361A’s unique Minimum Diffraction Enclosure eliminates coloration, and its entire front baffle acts as a Directivity Control Waveguide – producing a fantastically wide, uncolored sweet spot. Efficient proprietary Class D amplification is complemented by advanced DSP processing, including delay equalization and twenty precision EQs for room compensation. The newly upgraded 8351B shares much of the technology of its other The Ones siblings and benefits from the many recent advances in electronic, mechanical and acoustical design that Genelec has continued to pioneer. Drawing inspiration from the electronic design of the 8341A and the driver technology of the 8361A, the 8351B revision has managed to improve on the exemplary performance of its predecessor by offering increased SPL, additional room compensation EQs, equalized delay and enhanced HF response. The W371A Adaptive Woofer System is a truly unique concept, designed specifically to seamlessly complement 8341, 8351 and 8361 monitors, and in conjunction with these models creates a series of full-range monitoring solutions with unrivalled neutrality and supreme levels of control over directivity and the effects of room acoustics. For the first time ever, studios can now experience all the benefits of a main monitor, but with the freedom to locate this free-standing system in optimal positions within the control room; even providing the option to switch between nearfield and main monitors without image-shifting. Standing at 1100 mm (43.25 inches) high and featuring dual high-performance woofers (one forward-facing and one rear-facing), the W371A introduces a palette of novel ways to custom-tailor system performance carefully to the room over the critical lowest four octaves. As a result, the W371A offers vastly superior performance compared to standard free-standing loudspeakers or supporting subwoofers, since it offers a flatter and smoother in-room frequency response with more coherent low frequency imaging – yet achieves this without sacrificing envelopment. Augmenting the dual woofers of The Ones coaxial models with a complementary W371A yields four woofers in total per channel, and these are combined using advanced acoustic measurement to reduce destructive cancellation and standing wave artifacts – through a host of tools including crossover frequencies, polar response and directivity. As a result, the W371A goes further than any other monitoring system in removing the detrimental influences of the listening room on low frequency reproduction – universally recognized as a key issue in all modern studios. As part of Genelec’s Smart Active Monitoring family, all models in The Ones range integrate tightly with Genelec’s GLM software application, which can configure, calibrate and control entire Genelec smart monitoring systems. Based on experience from thousands of studios around the world, GLM is able to minimize the listening room’s influence on the sound, enabling the user to produce mixes that translate perfectly to other systems, whether the format is mono, stereo or high channel count immersive. Commenting on the launch, Genelec Managing Director Siamäk Naghian said, “No other family of studio monitors can offer this level of coherency, control, neutrality and sheer ability to adapt to any acoustic environment. From the ultra-nearfield precision of the 8331A to a full-range system comprising the 8361A and W371A, our point source technology is now fully scalable, broadening its appeal still further and maintaining The Ones’ position as the industry’s benchmark for truthful reference monitoring.” For more information, visit www.genelecusa.com/. Genelec’s expanded “The Ones” family Genelec, the pioneer in Active Monitoring technology, is celebrating over 40 years of designing and manufacturing active loudspeakers for true and accurate sound reproduction. Genelec is credited with promoting the concept of active transducer technology. Since its inception in 1978, Genelec has concentrated its efforts and resources into creating active monitors with unparalleled sonic integrity. The result is an active speaker system that has earned global acclaim for its accurate imaging, extremely high acoustic output from small enclosures, true high-fidelity with low distortion, and deep, rich bass. Genelec is also celebrating over 10 years of its Smart Active Monitoring™ technology, which allows studio monitors to be networked, configured and calibrated for the user’s specific acoustic environment. Each Smart Active Monitor or subwoofer is equipped with advanced internal DSP circuitry, which tightly integrates with the GLM (Genelec Loudspeaker Manager) software application, running on Mac or PC. GLM’s reference microphone kit allows the user’s acoustic environment to be analyzed, after which GLM’s AutoCal feature optimizes each Smart Active Monitor for level, distance delay, subwoofer crossover phase and room response equalization, with the option of further fine tuning by the user. By minimizing the room’s influence on the sound, Smart Active Monitors deliver an unrivalled reference, with excellent translation between rooms. Other brand and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. —For more information on the complete range of Genelec Active Monitoring Systems, contact: Genelec Inc., 7 Tech Circle, Natick, MA 01760. Tel: (508) 652-0900; Fax: (508) 652-0909; Web: http://www.genelecusa.com/.

PRS Guitars Introduces Limited Run of SE Custom 24 Roasted Maple Guitars (STEVENSVILLE, MD) September 5, 2019 – Building off of a limited edition that was originally only offered outside of the United States, PRS Guitars today announced the SE Custom 24 Roasted Maple Limited is now shipping in the USA. The PRS SE Custom 24 is the quintessential SE guitar, designed to faithfully reflect the PRS model that started it all. The SE Custom 24 Roasted Maple adds a roasted (or torrefied) maple neck and fretboard while serving up classic PRS playability, reliability, and vibrant tone. This model keeps all of the foundation specifications as the SE Custom 24, including a maple top, mahogany back, Wide Thin maple neck, 24 frets, 25” scale length, the PRS patented molded tremolo, and dual 85/15 “S” pickups with a 3-way blade switch and push/pull tone control for coil tapping. The maple neck and fretboard have been roasted, which not only looks striking (the maple turns a beautiful golden color), but it further stabilizes the already strong maple for a neck that helps the guitar ring out. “The SE Custom 24 Roasted Maple limited run has been a smashing success. They look, sound, and feel amazing, and I can only hope they inspire what they were designed to do, which is to create music,” said Jim Cullen, Director of Sales. “I’d also like to thank our retailers for their overwhelming support, we couldn’t have done it without them.” Fewer than 2,000 SE Custom 24 Roasted Maple Limited Editions are being made for the US market. These guitars are gig ready, studio sound, and sure to turn heads. For more details, visithttps://www.prsguitars.com/electrics/model/se_custom_24_roasted_maple_limited. About PRS Guitars: Paul Reed Smith Guitars is a leading manufacturer of high-quality instruments in Stevensville, Maryland and has provided some of the world’s most renowned musicians with instruments since 1985. The PRS team of highly skilled craftspeople design and build a wide variety of musical instruments and gear for worldwide distribution, including electric, acoustic, and bass guitars as well as boutique-style guitar amplifiers. The PRS SE line of products complements the Maryland-made PRS line by offering highly approachable and more affordable electric, acoustic, and bass guitars. Carlos Santana, Neal Schon, John McLaughlin, John Mayer, Jimmy Herring, Tim Pierce, Orianthi, Mark Tremonti, Zach Myers of Shinedown, Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line, David Grissom, Martin Simpson, and Tony McManus are among the artists currently playing PRS instruments and/or amplifiers. PRS Guitars Info: www.prsguitars.com

Source Audio Introduces the Spectrum Intelligent Filter, An "All-in-One Filter Extravaganza." Boston, MA - Source Audio, creators of the recently released C4 Synth and Ventris Dual Reverb, are releasing the Spectrum Intelligent Filter. Building on almost 15 years of filter pedal technology and know-how, Spectrum is the culmination of Source Audio's finest envelope sounds and best thinking on how to easily incorporate those sounds into rigs of all types. The pedal not only features finely crafted envelope filter effects inspired by some of the most iconic and sought-after effects pedals on the market, it also includes buzzing, synth-like presets that combine elements of octave, distortion, and complex filtering. "We have already created many legendary filter pedals," said Source Audio President Roger Smith. "I told Bob Chidlaw I wanted the undisputed greatest stereo filter pedal of all time. He not only did that with Spectrum, but he included up and down octaves, drives, and LFO to create an all-in-one filter extravaganza that is appropriate for all types of players." Out of the box, the Spectrum offers six outstanding envelope sounds. On the vintage side, the Spectrum features some highly dynamic filters inspired by classic pedals like the Mu-Tron© and the discontinued Lovetone Meatball©, which sell at astronomic prices on the used market. On the contemporary side, the Spectrum offers multiple, totally unique synth-like effects that incorporate phaser-filtering, distortion, and the pedal's OC-2 style octave effects. The Spectrum's top control panel offers access to a total of six envelope filter presets via its three-position toggle switch and two preset banks. Four dual function knobs provide control of eight adjustable parameters: Input Level, Envelope Sensitivity, Filter Depth, Wet/Dry Mix, Frequency, Resonance (a.k.a. "Q"), Envelope Speed, and Output Volume. The pedal also includes powerful 56-bit signal processing, a compact anodized aluminum housing, stereo inputs and outputs, and a mini USB port that receives MIDI messages from DAW (digital audio workstation) software as well as external MIDI controllers with USB host support. The Spectrum can also engage any of its 128 presets via MIDI CC messages when connected to the Neuro Hub (also made by Source Audio). -The Spectrum Intelligent Filter logo designed by Jamie Bulmer For those looking beyond the six onboard effects, the Neuro Desktop Editor (a free download for Mac and Windows) and Neuro Mobile App (free for iPhone and Android) offer a diverse library of presets created by the Source Audio team as well as the ever-growing Spectrum Intelligent Filter Neuro community. Burning presets to the Spectrum is a straightforward process. The Spectrum connects to the Neuro Editor via the pedal's mini USB port or to the Neuro Mobile App via the phone's headphone jack (or headphone adapter) and Input 2 on the pedal. Once connected, musicians can easily browse and audition the vast collection of User Presets. Favorite presets can be saved with a single click to one of Spectrum's six toggle switch positions or 128 MIDI accessible positions. It's a fun process that allows users to create the perfect envelope filter pedal to suit their needs. For those who wish to explore the deep editing abilities of the Spectrum, the Neuro Desktop Editor and Neuro Mobile App offer a comprehensive set of additional sound sculpting tools. The Sound Editor includes 29 different filter options (and the possibility to run two filters simultaneously), dual octave voices (one octave up and up to two octaves down), ten-plus envelope followers, distortion, LFO modulation with 14 different LFO wave shapes, alternate knob assignment, multiple signal routing options, external tap tempo, and external expression control. Newly created presets can be uploaded directly to the pedal, saved in a private preset library, or published to the Cloud and made available to anybody in the Neuro/Spectrum Intelligent Filter community. The Official Source Audio Demo of the Spectrum Filter Adam Aarts Demos the Spectrum on Bass Mike Hermans Demos the Spectrum on Guitar The street price of the Spectrum Intelligent Filter is $199. For more info and a list of authorized dealers visit www.sourceaudio.net or call Source Audio directly at 781.932.8080 (ext. 206). In 2006, Source Audio released its flagship product, the Hot Hand Motion-Sensing Ring. Since that time, Source Audio's delay, reverb, synthesizer, EQ, distortion, filter, modulation, and Hot Hand products have found their way onto the stages and recordings of David Bowie, David Gilmour, John Mayer, Aerosmith, Phish, King Crimson, My Morning Jacket, The Cure, and Victor Wooten to name a few. Source Audio was also recognized through multiple awards from Premier Guitar, Guitar Player, Sound on Sound, Guitar World, Bass Player, and Electronic Musician Magazines.

Antelope Audio announces availability of three new Synergy Core effects for recently-released audio interface namesakes SANTA MONICA, CA, USA: trailblazing pro audio manufacturer Antelope Audio is proud to announce availability of Opto-2A (compressor) alongside the self-explanatory Space Flanger and Vari-Speed Tremolo — three new Synergy Core effects for the cutting-edge company’s recently-released Discrete 4 Synergy Core and Discrete 8 Synergy Core audio interfaces including its premier real-time effects processing platform anchored around two DSP (Digital Signal Processing) processors paired with a proprietary FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) chip, respectively handling up to four effects channel strips with eight effects slots each for a maximum of 32 effects instances at any sample rate and eight effects channel strips with eight slots each for a maximum of 64 effects instances at any sample rate, respectively equalling four and eight times the processing power of their (non-Synergy Core-equipped) predecessors, freeing up host computers from running Antelope Audio’s acclaimed real-time effects — as of September 4... As an authentic-sounding Synergy Core effect, Antelope Audio’s Opto-2A carefully captures all the subtleties and nuances of an iconic Sixties-vintage electro- optical compressor that needs no introduction. Its continued use in broadcast and recording studios worldwide over half a century after its inception is testament to its audio engineering excellence. Exceptionally warm sound and gentle compression character have endeared it to generations of artists and producers, possibly gracing more hit records than any other outboard unit in hardware history. Having said that, key to its unique personality is the T4 optical attenuator, the outcome of time spent developing optical sensors for the US military. Its sonic signature is the two-stage release, greatly contributing to its smooth and musical compression. Clearly, Opto-2A is exceedingly simple to dial in, with only GAIN and PEAK REDUCTION knobs needed to tweak the resultant sound as the user sees fit; flick a switch on Opto-2A and the compressor becomes a limiter — just like the historic hardware from which it draws its inspiration. Infinitely versatile though it is — in spite of those (misleadingly) minimal controls, Opto-2A works especially well when applied to vocals due to its incredibly pleasant response to the human voice — try talking or singing through it to hear its incredible impact on any performance! Talking specifics, the compression ratio varies, depending on the source signal; the average attack time is fixed at 10 milliseconds; the initial release time is around 60 milliseconds for 50% of the release, with the remainder occurring gradually over one to 15 seconds before the signal returns to 100%; the release timing responds to the length and strength of the incoming signal — slower when under prolonged heavy compression or above threshold signal level, faster if below threshold signal level. Thanks to the authentic-sounding Synergy Core effect that is Opto-2A, a new generation of ITB (in the box) artists and producers — recording audio and processing/ mixing in a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) — will be equally endeared with Antelope Audio’s realistic recreation of an exceptional warm sound and gentle compression character that has stood the test of time. It has been quite some time since recording innovator Les Paul — one of the pioneers of the solid-body electric guitar — and The Beatles — regarded as the most influential band of all time, integral to the evolution of pop music into an art form as well as pioneering recording techniques — first experimented with flanging in the Fifties and Sixties, respectively. Though the effect itself has not changed much throughout the years, brilliant minds have come up with dozens of different approaches. Antelope Audio’s gives it a distinctly modern twist. Taking advantage of the Synergy Core platform’s unparalleled computational capabilities, Space Flanger is capable of producing phases, sweeps, and swooshes that sound truly out of this world! With Space Flanger, vocalists and instrumentalists can prepare to blast-off by setting the following controls for the heart of the sound: GAIN — adjust input volume (-12dB to +12dB); WAVE — choose between triangle and sine wave modulation; FEEDBACK — adjust the amount of output signal being fed back into the input (produces resonance); DELAY — adjust the offset between the source and delayed signal (in milliseconds); RATE — adjust the frequency of the modulating wave (perceived as a change in modulation speed); DEPTH — adjust the amplitude of the modulating wave (perceived as volume change); and MIX — blend between the DRY (unaffected) and WET (processed) signal. Tremolo... the modulation effect that started it all! Anterior to the first tremolo units being built into vintage amplifiers, nobody knew what guitar effects were. While it may be a simple concept — creating a change in volume, tremolo went on to define the iconic sound of surf guitar, spurring a wave of innovation among musical equipment builders. But Antelope Audio’s Synergy Core-powered Vari-Speed Tremolo presents a fresh and versatile take on vintage tremolos with its five-position WAVE selector and the addition of a VARI-SPEED RATE knob. Needless to say, by adjusting how quickly the frequency of the modulating wave varies, Vari-Speed Tremolo users can spice up their tremolo effects with a welcome touch of unpredictability. Users can quickly set sounds, though, thanks to the following controls: WAVE selector — turn clockwise to choose between sine, triangle, square, sawtooth, and inverted sawtooth modulating waves; RATE — adjust the modulation speed; VARI-SPEED RATE — adjust how quickly the frequency of the modulating wave varies; DEPTH — adjust the amount of amplitude (volume) modulation; and MIX — blend between the DRY (unaffected) and WET (processed) signal. So, with the timely introduction of Opto-2A, Space Flanger, and Vari-Speed Tremolo, the range and scope of real-time effects available to owners of Antelope Audio’s recently-released Discrete 4 Synergy Core and Discrete 8 Synergy Core audio interfaces just became better, thanks to that premier processing platform anchored around two DSP (Digital Signal Processing) processors paired with a proprietary FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) chip. But better still, those three new Synergy Core effects will be becoming available for Antelope Audio’s recently-announced Orion Studio Synergy Core, advancing its acclaimed audio interface series’ workhorse with ‘hot-rodded’ hardware from the ground up to include six ARM-based DSP (Digital Signal Processing) processors paired with two proprietary FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) chips combining to produce phenomenal onboard processing power, freeing up host computers from running Antelope Audio’s acclaimed real-time effects as a well-oiled machine like no other audio interface in its class! Initially available for Antelope Audio’s recently-released Discrete 4 Synergy Core and Discrete 8 Synergy Core audio interfaces, Opto-2A is priced at $75.00 USD/€75.00 EUR while Space Flanger and Vari-Speed Tremolo can be bought together for $55.00 USD/€55.00 EUR directly from here: https://en.antelopeaudio.com/products/discrete-4-synergy-core-real-time-fx/ https://en.antelopeaudio.com/products/discrete-8-synergy-core-real-time-fx/ Opto-2A and the Space Flanger plus Vari-Speed Tremolo pairing will subsequently be made available at the same pricing for Antelope Audio’s recently-announced Orion Studio Synergy Core audio interface — when it is released — directly from here: https://en.antelopeaudio.com/products/orion-studio-sc-real-time-fx/ About Antelope Audio (www.antelopeaudio.com) Antelope Audio is a leading manufacturer of high-end professional audio equipment. Founded in 2004 and reinventing the industry with its flawless master clock technologies and versatile multi-channel interface solutions, the company has been steadily expanding its portfolio over the years under the guidance of visionary engineer and CEO Igor Levin. Antelope Audio’s products offer the best of both analog and digital technologies. Among its most recent innovations are compact interfaces with discrete mic preamps, hardware-based effects modelled to the component level running on a Synergy Core of DSP and FPGA processing, and next-generation modelling microphones.These are distributed through Antelope Audio offices in Europe, the Americas, and Asia, and highly acclaimed by users all over the world. The company’s customers include GRAMMY® award-winning sound engineers, top-tier producers, world-class artists, and some of the most renowned, recording, mastering, and post-production facilities around the globe. © 2019 Antelope Audio

Softube releases Chandler Limited® Curve Bender plug-in in native format If there was a hierarchy of analog studio gear (and let’s face it, there kind of is) it’d be hard to dispute the Chandler Limited® Curve Bender’s claim to the throne. Among analog mastering grade equalizers, this one’s about as blue-blooded as they come. With tremendous pedigree, huge yet controlled power, and most importantly, exceptional sound quality, thanks to component-level modelling of the original germanium and inductor circuits, the Curve Bender reigns supreme over the domain of tone-shaping in analog mastering. This magnificent mastering grade equalizer is based on desk circuits from the world-famous Abbey Road Studios in London, used to create albums of genuinely legendary status, such as Dark Side Of The Moon by Pink Floyd, and Abbey Road by The Beatles. And as with any truly supreme successor to a noble line, it builds on the greatness of its ancestors. The Curve Bender has more bands (four, compared to the original console’s two), more fixed filter points (a huge fifty-one, up from just nine, chosen and designed in the image of the original circuits by Chandler Limited founder, Wade Goeke), more Q and gain options, and added low and high pass filters, making the unit a mastering powerhouse without sacrificing the exquisite analog sound-flavor which made it a leader. In software form, the Curve Bender plug-in not only allows the user the luxury of using this crown-jewel mastering equalizer in multiple places in the same mix (across instrument groups AND the master bus, for example), but also adds functionality to the original hardware, with Mid/Side processing and channel linking. The Curve Bender is perfect for gently sculpting the entire mix, with never a hint of harshness despite its endless power. It’s the one true sovereign of analog mastering equalizers. About Softube Softube was founded by Oscar Öberg in 2003 and consists today of thirty people, headquartered in Linköping, Sweden. Softube develops both hardware and software for musicians, producers, and engineers, often in partnership with big-brand partners such as Marshall, Universal Audio, and Solid State Logic, with an intense focus on sound quality.

Zenhiser Release DUSTY It’s new release day and this week we’ve got Dusty, built for late night sessions and bypassing genre boundaries. Zenhiser Pack: DUSTYPrice: $60.00 AUDDirect Link: http://www.zenhiser.com/dusty-samples-downtempo-trap-chill-hiphop.html www.zenhiser.com--------------------------

Wave Alchemy announces Bassynth Announcing a brand new synth for cutting-edge bass sounds and incredibly-creative sound design, from the makers of the multi-award-winning Evolution and Revolution drum machines. MSRP: £149.95 (INTRO OFFER! 20% off for first 4 weeks, so £119.95) Available: Now Formats: Kontakt Instrument (runs in free player) Welcome to the future of bass production! Wave Alchemy's new Bassynth is a powerful bass instrument aimed at anyone after the best in bass: from deep, down and dirty analogue tones, to organic and evolving basslines for creative sound design. At its heart, Bassynth has a powerful hybrid engine fuelled by a pristine 10GB library of lovingly-recorded, multi-sampled sound sources, oscillators and rich and diverse wavetables. Bassynth will deliver all your bass sounds – whether they be filthy analogue, gritty digital, massive modular, or authentic acoustic – all by way of a fantastically easy-to-use and modern interface. The synth features three main sections to create, perform and sequence amazing bass sounds. CREATE Bassynth's sounds are created with up to four voices. Choose from 800 pristinely-recorded sources (with everything including the deepest 808s, epic live brass sections, designed bass guitars and tortured percussion), oscillators, or over 200 wavetables (including analogue, digital, complex and aggressive types). Each of the four voices has its own filter (six types), resonance, envelope and mix controls. There's full access to different source parameters to help create huge, rich and analogue tones, or explore vast and deep wavetable sound design thanks to 14 wavetable distortion shaping algorithms. PERFORM An incredibly hands-on Performance page allows you to audition the 290 factory presets, and mix between or change the four sources. Bassynth also has a powerful drag n drop macro system where up to eight macros – each with up to eight parameters assigned to it – can be created. Control these in Bassynth's Performance page, morph between the synth parameters or modulations in real time using the main X-Y sliders control, and record or automate everything using your host DAW. SEQUENCE The eight macros can also be sequenced and controlled using Bassynth's very flexible Polystep Motion Designer. Draw in changes, choose from 36 different sequences or simply randomise each lane. Create gradually evolving sweeps, dramatic stuttering effects, or complex polyrhythms with a huge range of options – including changing lane lengths and time signatures – to give your bass tones an unrivalled dynamic and sonic interest. Finally, add a fully-featured modulation section, six insert effects per voice, plus a further six master effects, and Bassynth really does offer everything you need for powerful and creative bass, in any genre. Dan Byers from Wave Alchemy says: "Bass plays a very important role in modern music production, and our goal with Bassynth was to create something that inspires and sparks creativity, while at the same time delivering a very organic sound – something we feel is missing in other software instruments. With Bassynth, not only do you get access the most diverse and high-quality bass sounds ever committed to tape, but you also get to manipulate, sequence and perform with them like never before. How many synths do you know of that allow you to easily layer, for example, a huge live epic brass section with a modular synth, dirty 808 sub and amped vinyl noise, and all in one patch?!" Wave Alchemy Bassynth Main Features • Layer up to four sound sources, oscillators or wavetables per Bassynth sound • 800+ beautifully crafted multi-sampled sound sources • 290 factory presets • Dynamic Preset Browser and Sound Source Browser, each with three levels of Tag filtering to make finding sounds quick and easy (and Favourites list) • Clever XY Pad for morphing between macros and parameters to create complex movements and changes to the sound • Six unique filter types available per voice / layer, each with multiple slope and pole settings, plus a dedicated high-pass filter per voice • Seven Analogue modes that utilize up to 8 round robins per sound source • Eight voices of Unison, per voice / layer, with detune, randomize, stereo spread and mix controls • Dedicated Wavetable engine with 200+ scannable custom built wavetables, including multiple warp modes • Polyrhythmic Motion Designer - Sequence anything via the macros for complex modulation. Each lane can have its own length and time signature, as well as randomization and much more • Modular effects system. - Each of Bassynth's 4 voices / layers has a customizable effects section, each with 6 inserts per voice, plus master and send effects. • Powerful Drag and Drop macro system. Any 8 parameters can be assigned to each macro, and and up to 8 macros • Mix page with send effects, visual volume meters and stereo widening effects • Tone page with smart EQ (another XY Pad), saturation and Lo-Fi. FURTHER INFO More information on Bassynth here VIDEOS Video highlighting several Bassynth presets here Videos demonstrating Bassynth's main features here Behind the scenes on the creation of Bassynth here About Wave Alchemy Wave Alchemy is an award-winning UK based soundware production company specialising in the development of forward-thinking virtual instruments and sound libraries.

Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) announce Hydrasynth wave morphing synthesizer with PolytouchTM polyphonic aftertouch LOS ANGELES, CA, USA/HONG KONG: newly-formed music hardware company Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) is proud to announce (upcoming) availability of Hydrasynth — a wave morphing synthesizer representing its inaugural hardware product, produced as a keyboard version (featuring an ASM PolytouchTM 49-note polyphonic aftertouch keyboard and a user-assignable ribbon controller) and desktop version (with 24 velocity- and polyphonic aftertouch-sensitive pads, plus an included 19-inch rack-mount kit) — as of September 3... Hydrasynth itself is an eight-voice, three-oscillator synthesizer anchored around a unique wave morphing synthesis engine. OSC 1, OSC 2, and OSC 3 can all make use of any one of the 219 single-cycle waveforms available, while Wave Scan mode (for OSC 1 and OSC 2 only) flexibly facilitates defining eight waveforms into a list and then morphing from one to the next using modulation sources. Said synthesis engine also features four mutators, allowing for further tonal modification. MUTANT 1, MUTANT 2, MUTANT 3, and MUTANT 4 have an ability to perform complex FM (Frequency Modulation) synthesis; each include three different types of pulse width modifiers, hard sync, harmonic sweep, and a WavestackTM function that generates five detuned copies of the incoming waves for super-dense sounds. Furthermore, flexible routings within the mutators make available (almost) unlimited options for tweaking, twisting, and turning sounds inside out. On top of that, the synthesis engine also contains two filters that can be configured in parallel or series. FILTER 1 features 11 filter models spanning new and classic filter modes, while FILTER 2 is a continuously-variable multimode affair. As modulation sources add much-needed movement into a synthesized sound, Hydrasynth far from disappoints in that regard with five envelope generators — ENV 1, ENV 2, ENV 3, ENV 4, and ENV 5 — capable of looping as well as tempo synchronisation and five LFOs (low frequency oscillators) — LFO 1, LFO 2, LFO 3, LFO 4, and LFO 5 — capable of acting as step sequencers or one-shots. The modulation matrix — MOD MATRIX — offers 32 modulation slots with which to route sources to destinations. Such sources and destinations can also be received or sent via MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) CC (continuous controller) messages or front panel-accessible CV (control voltage) INPUTS and OUTPUTS. Of course, connectivity to the wider world is as far reaching as it comes, courtesy of that full-blown MIDI implementation (via the usual connection compliment of MIDI IN, MIDI OUT, and MIDI THRU on five-pin DIN as well as USB) alongside CV/GATE connections (for playing nicely with the likes of today’s ever-widening world of Eurorack modular gear, vintage synthesizers, and more). Hydrasynth has brought back one of the most requested features in synthesizers and controllers — namely, polyphonic aftertouch. As such, its unique polyphonic aftertouch keyboard breathes life and dynamics into otherwise static sounds, so users can create expressive musical passages using a standard-sized traditional keyboard. It is not necessary to learn a new keyboard technique to be able to play and perform with the PolytouchTM keyboard. Alternatively, a desktop version of Hydrasynth — dispensing with that PolytouchTM keyboard and the user-assignable ribbon controller in favour of 24 velocity- and polyphonic aftertouch-sensitive pads — is available to those not needing to add another keyboard to their studio or stage setups; saying that, all other performance attributes are still at hand, including an adaptable ARPEGGIATOR and dedicated FILTER CONTROLS, with crisp OLED (organic light-emitting diode) displays duly providing welcomed visual feedback across the easy-to-follow front panels of both versions of ASM’s inaugural hardware product... when it comes to working with a sensational synthesis engine, the choice is out there! Expected to ship in November 2019, Hydrasynth will be available through ASM’s growing global network of authorized retailers at an MSRP of $1,599.00 USD ($1,299.00 USD MAP) for the keyboard version and at an MSRP of $999.00 USD ($799.00 USD MAP) for the desktop version. For more in-depth information, please visit the ASM webpage here: http://www.ashunsoundmachines.com About Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) (www.ashunsoundmachines.com) ASM is a new music hardware brand started in 2019, based in Hong Kong, Los Angeles, and Shanghai. The brand is wholly owned by Medeli, an established electronic musical instrument developer founded in Hong Kong in 1983. Passionate about using technology to create exciting products that spark creativity, the core company team comprises Fanny Cheng (President), Daniel Troberg (VP of Sales and Marketing), Glen Darcey (VP of Products), Dominic Au (Product Manager), and Chen Jiejun (Director of Engineering). © 2019 Medeli Electronics Co., Ltd.

Cort Introduces Action HH4 Bass Guitar with 2-Humbucker Configuration SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA — Cort expands the versatility of its Action Series of bass guitars with the new Action HH4, which provides players a two-humbucker configuration capable of producing a variety of sounds. In a series known for its affordability as well as its high craftsmanship, the Action HH4 stands out for its unique wiring configuration and its active/passive switching option that expands the tonal palette. A choice of three pearloid colors—Blood Red Metallic, Tasman Light Blue, and Black—allows players to get the look they desire at a price point they can afford. Additionally, the 5-string Action HH5 is available to players who desire greater range. The Action HH4 features a pair of new VTB-H humbucker pickups with Alnico V magnets for a smooth, musical sound, with a powerful yet articulate punch in the low-midrange and bass registers. This is where the specially wired 5-way switch offers a distinct advantage, giving players the ability to choose each pickup on its own or both, as well as two parallel modes with the two inside coils or two outside coils. The tone control has also been wired to be usable in the passive setting for even more tonal variety. Volume, bass and treble knobs complete the Action HH4’s electronic specs. Excellent material choice and construction also factor into the Action HH4’s adaptability. The meranti body offers similar tonal characteristics to mahogany, with a strong low-midrange that can cut through the mix for rhythm and also provide sweet highs for singing leads. The Canadian hard maple neck provides power and stability as well as a warm, beefy and punchy tone with a strong upper midrange. This maple is dense and rigid, but has the right amount of tactile flexibility with the ability to respond sensitively to picking attack and slapping techniques with plenty of articulation and power. Assisting in the response is the jatoba fingerboard, which is dense and stiff, but can produce strong fundamentals and volume project with emphasis on the high-mids. Overall, the Action HH4’s bolt-on neck offers 24 frets at a 34-inch (864 mm) scale. In designing the body of the Action HH4, Cort has taken both appearance and ergonomics into account. The elegantly contoured arm cut on the top of this guitar and others in the Action series has been carefully executed for maximum comfort without removing unnecessary amounts of wood. Rounding out the features are die-cast tuners, chrome hardware and an EB6 (4) bridge on the Action HH4 and EB6 (5) bridge on the Action HH5. The Action HH4 bass guitar from Cort is available at MSRP U.S. $499.99, while the Action HH5 is available at MSRP U.S. $549.99. Learn more and get a closer look at www.cortguitars.com. About Cort Guitars Cort designs, manufactures and delivers some of the finest guitars and basses to musicians and music enthusiasts all around the world. Over the past 50 years, the company has worked with some of the largest and most well-recognized guitar companies in the industry, as well as artists of international recognition. Cort remains focused on providing instruments that will last generations with the best workmanship possible, the best materials and components, and the best service long after the instruments have been purchased. For more information, visit www.cortguitars.com.

PreSonus Celebrates Studio One’s 10th Anniversary with Version 4.5.3 Update Baton Rouge, Louisiana—September 2019…PreSonus® is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its award-winning Studio One® recording and production software. Ten years on, Studio One retains the ease of use and superb sound quality that quickly made it one of the world’s most popular DAWs, while introducing such innovations as an extensive drag-and-drop workflow, an integrated mastering suite, direct links to SoundCloud, and first-of-its kind integration with Celemony Melodyne via ARA technology. Over the years, Studio One’s unique features and integration with third-party hardware and software have made it the centerpiece of a state-of-the-art creative production environment. To kick off the celebration, PreSonus is releasing Studio One version 4.5.3. This update fulfills Studio One users’ number one request by adding support for Native Instruments’ Komplete Kontrol series keyboards. Studio One 4.5.3 adds several other improvements and enhancements, such as a Remove Plug-in Settings function for the Plug-in Manager, new commands for Vertical Zoom In/Out Fine, and the ability to apply the Select Notes command to muted notes. Support has also been added for the Apple Notarization service in macOS 10.14 Mojave and 10.15 Catalina. PreSonus is celebrating Studio One’s 10th anniversary in multiple ways, including 10 days of giveaways (September 16-27) on Instagram and Facebook. To enter, participants are invited to follow PreSonus on social media and post a 10-second video. Prizes include copies of Studio One Professional, FaderPort 16, and a pair of monitors. At age 10, Studio One is available in three versions: The top-of-the-line Studio One Professional; mid-level Studio One Artist, which is included with a wide variety of PreSonus hardware and is also available separately; and free Studio One Prime, an introductory version—not a demo—with no track count limitations. Studio One also can be expanded with Add-on extensions and sounds, available from the PreSonus Shop at https://shop.presonus.com/software. For more information about Studio One, visit www.presonus.com/products/Studio-One. 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.

ARTURIA ANNOUNCE MICROLAB Versatile 25-key MicroLab offers high quality keys, travel-friendly features, powerful included software, and integrated cable-tidy. Music tech pioneers Arturia have announced a new controller keyboard that excites both new users and experienced professionals alike. MicroLab is a small-scale MIDI keyboard with smart design features that you can take anywhere. MicroLab Key Features 25 “Slim Key” velocity sensitive keyboard Octave, hold, and MIDI channel select buttons Capacitive mod and pitch bend strips Protective rubberized shell 3 color options Integrated USB cable storage Includes 3 great software titles: AnalogLab Lite, UVI Grand Piano Model D, Bitwig Studio 8-Track More information available on the MicroLab product page. What makes MicroLab so unique? THE KEYS MicroLab features the same professional slim-keys as their industry standard KeyStep controller. The keybeds found on budget controllers are often not very inspiring, but the 25 expressive, velocity-sensitive keys on MicroLab are simply a joy to play. The hold button gives you instant sustain, and by holding the shift key, you can access the “Chord” mode, letting you program in a chord and replay with just one finger. THE FEATURES The rubberized shell protects MicroLab from and bumps and scrapes when you’re on the move, and also features a recess that perfectly fits the USB cable, letting you store or pack it easily. MicroLab also includes capacitive mod and pitch controls that work in the same way that touchscreens do, these also let you swipe through and select presets with a tap. You can also quickly switch MIDI channels via the dedicated knob and numbered keys. THE SHAPE Arturia have designed this controller to work with you, and not get in the way. Because the cable is recessed, you can push it right up against other gear in your studio without cables getting in the way. It’s the width of the average plane and train tray table, and the shell stops it from sliding around. The keys are also recessed slightly into the body, nothing sticks out, so there’s nothing to catch when you slip it into your backpack. THE SOFTWARE MicroLab includes 3 great software titles for free: Analog Lab Lite Explore 600 fantastic presets taken from Arturia’s award winning V Collection series. Analog and digital synths, classic organs and pianos. UVI Grand Piano Model D A beautifully sampled Steinway for you to play using MicroLab’s expressive, velocity sensitive keys. Bitwig Studio 8-Track A powerful and innovative software studio to record, sequence, and mix your tracks. Make music right out of the box. MicroLab is available everywhere. Retail price: 79€/$ 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.

Today, Fender adds the newest addition to Fender’s Artist Signature Series lineup – The Britt Daniel Tele® Thinline. Britt Daniel’s slashing indie-rock and precision-punk guitar style has fueled Spoon to indie-rock superstardom over the course of their 20+ year career. For guitar and bass players, one of the ultimate honors is getting their own artist signature model. In a striking Gold Amarillio Finish, The Fender Britt Daniel Tele® Thinline (Available NOW onFender.com and at local music stores around the world), is crafted for authentic Fender tone. In this video, he explains what his Fender artist signature model means to him, his influences and what the creation process was like. Britt Daniel Tele Thinline - $1,999 Stunning in a custom Amarillo Gold lacquer finish, The Britt Daniel Tele Thinline guitar’s lightweight semi-hollow ash body resonates sweetly while sacrificing none of the Telecaster’s signature steely clarity—thanks to its Fender Custom Shop pickups and an S-1™ switch that allows you to change instantly between series and parallel pickup wiring. The one-piece “Deep C” maple neck shape fits comfortably in the hand and the 9.5”-radius fingerboard and medium-jumbo frets allow for fast playing and choke-free bending. Other features include Fender ClassicGear™ tuning machines, electrosocket output jack and Elite molded hardshell case. www.Fender.com

Impact Soundworks Releases Ventus Winds Duduk for Kontakt Player FULTON, MD -- Impact Soundworks released today VENTUS WINDS DUDUK, a sample library for KONTAKT PLAYER featuring the haunting sound of an Armenian double reed woodwind. Used in countless film, TV, and game soundtracks, the mellow, mysterious tone of the duduk has been recorded with all crucial articulations, ornaments, and techniques. With this library, composers and producers can now create realistic and authentic duduk performances in their DAW. Ventus Winds Duduk is fully NKS compatible for use with Maschine and Komplete Kontrol hardware, and is available now for $99 from Impact Soundworks. As the sixth entry in the critically-acclaimed Ventus series of virtual instruments, this duduk offers the same core features as its predecessors: a range of multisampled playing techniques, true legato transitions, multiple types of release noises, ornament articulations, and hundreds of pre-recorded phrases. However, ISW has gone a step further and redesigned the instrument script from the ground up using the new in-house developed Agility platform. “Our goal is always to make it easy for composers to get a great, authentic sound from our instruments,” said lead developer Andrew Aversa. “We designed Agility to make that possible, even for non-western instruments like the Duduk. You don’t need to be an expert to create a realistic performance!” Through Agility, the duduk includes useful features such as a wide-screen, 4K friendly UI, a fully modular FX rack, and flexible articulation mapping & editing. It also offers improved legato playing and an innovative new approach to polyphonic legato that should make it much easier for composers to write chords and harmonies without worrying about the instrument ‘guessing’ notes or transitions incorrectly. See the Ventus Duduk in action on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEmuCRLe594 Ventus Winds Duduk is now available as a digital download for $99. Owners of previous Ventus series instruments qualify for a discounted crossgrade price. Audio and video demos, specifications, and more product information is available at the Impact Soundworks website: https://impactsoundworks.com/product/ventus-duduk/

Celestion Adds the Ruby IR to its Extensive Line of Popular Impulse Responses Digitally Downloadable Ruby IR Offers Richly Musical Vintage Warmth Ipswich, UK (Sepembert 3, 2019) — Celestion, the premier manufacturer of guitar and bass loudspeakers known the world over for their classic guitar tones, is pleased to add the recently launched Ruby guitar speaker to its celebrated family of Impulse Responses. The new Celestion Ruby IR, along with the complete collection of other authentic Celestion guitar speaker tones, is available for audition and download at CelestionPlus. The Celestion Ruby is an alnico-magnet guitar speaker that’s purpose-built to create vintage tones. Bringing the instantly familiar Celestion alnico vibe with its glorious, dampened attack; the Ruby oozes richly musical vintage warmth, with mellow highs and a smooth, sophisticated midrange. Now the Celestion Ruby guitar speaker has been captured as an Impuse Response and is available to download as a perfect digital representation. The new Celestion Ruby Impulse Responses were meticulously recorded by Celestion engineers in a world-class recording facility using three classic, professional microphones – a Shure SM57, a Royer ribbon mic and a Sennheiser MD421. Each of these three mics was in turn recorded in six unique positions (including a rear mic for the open back cabinets) and labelled within the IR files as Balanced, Bright, Fat, Thin, Dark and Dark 2. In addition to the three studio mics included with this IR pack, a Neumann TLM107 room mic was also used to offer the user to a huge range of tonal options. The Celestion Ruby guitar speaker IR collection is available to download individually in five different cabinet configurations, including: 1×12 (open back) 1×12 (closed back) 2×12 (open back) 2×12 (closed back) 4×12 (closed back) And all the Celestion Ruby IRs can be purchased individually or as a collection for a nearly 50% discount, as well as part of a Pick & Mix selection. The Pick & Mix option allows customers to select combinations of either 3 or 5 cabinets from the company’s full range of original IRs, offering flexibility in building a personal IR library at a significant savings compared to purchasing individual IRs. As with all of the Celestion Impulse Responses, the new Ruby IRs are downloaded in .WAV format for compatibility with most DAWs, IR plug-ins and amp modelling software. The Celestion Ruby Impulse Responses join all the other genuine Celestion acclaimed guitar speaker Impulse Responses such as the: A-Type, Celestion Blue, Celestion Cream, Celestion Gold, Classic Lead 80, G10 Greenback, Heritage G12H 55Hz, Heritage G12M, G12 EVH, G12K-100, G12-35XC, G12T-75, G12-50GL Lynchback, G12-H150 Redback, G12M Greenback, G12M-65 Creamback, G12M-75 Creamback, G12H Anniversary, G12-65, Neo Creamback, V-Type, Vintage 30 and other models as well as Bass IRs including the BN10-200X, BN15-300X, PULSE10, PULSE12 and PULSE15. About Celestion Impulse Responses Celestion IRs, which capture the essential behavior of the cabinet in the specific space in which it was recorded, including the frequency and phase response of single drivers as well as the interaction of multiple speakers, offer the user significant benefits. In both recording and live production, Celestion IRs enable the desired tone to be precisely and consistently reproduced regardless of the music recording or live sound environment. And IR users can escape the limitations of a single mic and cabinet setup and explore a universe of possibilities to create the perfect tone. Once you find a tone that you love, it can be precisely recreated, in the studio or on the road, time after time. And the IRs allow Celestion customers to audition specific models before purchasing one or more physical speakers. Celestion IR digital downloads are available in uncompressed, industry standard .WAV format at 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz sample rates at 24 bit depth, in lengths of 200 and 500 milliseconds Once the files are downloaded and unzipped, users simply load the IRs into a convolution plug-in in their DAW or into other processing hardware. These formats will work in all known hardware capable of loading IRs, and for the most popular hardware Celestion have already grouped together the correct formats. Guitar processor manufacturers supported include (but are not limited to) Atomic Amps, Fractal Audio Systems, Kemper, Line 6, Logidy, Positive Grid, Two Notes, Headrush and Yamaha. The Celestion IR files may be downloaded in the sample rate and length appropriate for the hardware being used or as a complete package of all rates and lengths. Certain third party hardware requires the files to be converted into a proprietary format before use. Celestion Plus. About Celestion and Celestion Guitar Speakers An important element to essential British guitar tone since the birth of Rock & Roll, Celestion Guitar Speakers are famous for their lively and vocal midrange character with plenty of sparkle and chime. With worldwide headquarters in Ipswich, England, Celestion design, develop and manufacture premium guitar and bass loudspeakers, and high-quality professional audio drivers for sound reinforcement. These world-renowned speakers are used onstage and in clubs, theatres and other venues the world over. Contact Celestion at:info@celestion.com and visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/celestion. www.celestion.com

All iLoud MTM and Micro Monitor users will receive a pro-quality metering suite August 29, 2019 - IK Multimedia is offering its acclaimed T-RackS Metering Suite at no charge to registered users of iLoud Micro Monitors and iLoud MTM monitors. The suite is part of IK's industry standard T-RackS mixing and mastering software workstation, and offers a full range of metering tools that will enhance any type of recording, mixing or mastering work. Combined with the award-winning accuracy and precision of the iLoud range of studio monitors, users can now work even more quickly and easily to create professional tracks in any environment. The Metering Suite provides complete visual feedback about audio creations to help users achieve professional results. The precision LUFS meter offers information about the loudness of an audio piece based on its final delivery method, from digital music, to broadcast, and everything in between. Peak, RMS and Dynamic Range meters offer feedback about the dynamic response of mixes. A timesaving Spectrogram detects frequency imbalances and phase issues before masters are finalized. VU/PPM meters provide a classic "needle style" visual, while similarly styled Mid-Sidemeters enable comparisons between mono and stereo content. Offering several flexible user options, the suite is available as a resizable plug-in for all popular DAWs, or inside the T-RackS shell when being used for stand-alone mastering work. About iLoud MTM iLoud MTM is a compact reference monitor that delivers pristine sound and unprecedented accuracy for the professional and home studio. Users can take advantage of its unsurpassed clarity, 100W RMS power and class-defying 40 Hz to 24 kHz frequency response. It also features an ultra-flat frequency response, but more importantly, a truly linear phase response for true-to-life sound. In addition, a symmetrical MTM design (two 3.5" high-performance woofers and 1" high definition tweeter) provides precise, point-source sound to minimize ear fatigue. Its self-calibration is derived from IK's ARC™ System, with an included reference microphone, and its tilting isolation mount adjusts from 0° to 20° for correct positioning in a wide range of setups. About iLoud Micro Monitor Available in a choice of black or white, these ultra-compact, high quality reference studio monitors offer the smallest active studio reference monitoring system in the world. iLoud Micro Monitor provides ultra-accurate, transparent, true linear frequency response with no coloration in every listening environment, especially home and project studios. iLoud Micro Monitor is comprised of two extremely portable, high-performance bi-amped speakers that deliver a combined 50W RMS of power for solid bass, plenty of headroom and a defined stereo image for recording, editing, mixing or mastering audio, editing video, sound designing or gaming. How to obtain A serial code for the T-RackS Metering Suite will automatically be added to each registered user's User Area on the IK website, and new users will receive an e-mail with instructions upon registering their iLoud Micro Monitor or iLoud MTM. Existing users who have already registered one of these products can visit their User Area now to view their serial and download the installer. To learn more about the T-RackS Metering Suite, visit: www.ikmultimedia.com/products/tr5metering For more information about iLoud MTM, please visit: www.ikmultimedia.com/iloudmtm For more about iLoud Micro Monitors, please visit: www.ikmultimedia.com/iloudmm About IK Multimedia: IK Multimedia is a leading music technology company that harnesses advanced software and hardware design to make professional quality tools accessible to everyone - from its ground-breaking AmpliTube, T-RackS and SampleTank software, to its acclaimed iRig series of music creation tools for iPhone, iPad, Android and Mac/PC; from the award-winning iLoud reference monitors, to its first analog hardware synth UNO Synth. With millions of installations and registered users worldwide, IK leads the way for musicians in the studio, on the go or on the stage. iRig, AmpliTube, T-RackS, SampleTank, iLoud and UNO Synth are trademarks or registered trademarks of IK Multimedia. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Markham, Ontario – Today, IsoAcoustics adds a new product to its range of professional sound isolators: the STAGE 1 BOARD. Designed to be combined with IsoAcoustics’ popular STAGE 1isolators (available separately), the STAGE 1 BOARD provides an easily portable isolation platform for guitar/bass combo amps, keyboard amps, stage monitors and subwoofers. With four STAGE 1 isolators attached, each STAGE 1 BOARD can accommodate a speaker up to 200lbs (90kg) in weight, giving musicians a base that is both stable and fully decoupled from the performance stage. By eliminating the vibrational variables of the performance environment, the STAGE 1 BOARD helps musicians achieve consistency in their sound night after night, with added clarity and bass punch in their performance. The STAGE 1 isolators (sold in boxes of four) boast a patented isolation design to both reduce resonance through support surfaces and internal reflections from returning back up the speaker cabinet. While they can be fixed directly to speaker, subwoofer or amp cabinets, attaching them instead to the STAGE 1 BOARD allows for a more flexible setup that will particularly suit professional touring musicians. The IsoAcousticsSTAGE 1 BOARD will be available in the UK and US in July 2019, priced at £39.99/$39.99. STAGE 1 isolators are available now, priced at £129.99/$129.99 for a pack of four. For more information visit www.isoacoustics.com

RØDE Microphones is proud to launch the RS-1 recharge station for the TX-M2 Wireless Handheld Microphone and LB-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery. Part of the RØDELink Performer Kit, the TX-M2 is the perfect wireless mic for performers, weddings, schools, conferences, houses of worship, and more. Featuring a sturdy twin-dock design, the RS-1 provides rapid charging of the TX-M2’s internal LB-1 battery without the need for unsightly cables or removing the battery. For those who regularly use the LB-1 with another RØDE mic, such as the VideoMic Pro+, the RS-1 is a convenient charging solution. It can charge two TX-M2s and or LB-1 batteries simultaneously, or a combination of the two. Once fully charged, the LB-1 supplies 10 hours of uninterrupted power for the TX-M2 and 100 hours of continuous charge to the VideoMic Pro+. Measuring 162mm x 332mm x 75mm, the RS-1 is sleek and compact – unobtrusive on a desktop or easily stored away until needed. The RS-1 is designed in Australia and is backed by RØDE’s 2-year warranty RØDE RS-1 RECHARGE STATION KEY FEATURES: Locking power connector Recharge time from flat: LB-1 (2 hours); TX-M2 (4 hours) Recharges two devices at once Stable platform – won’t slip! The RS-1 is a standalone unit and is sold separately to the TX-M2, RØDELink Performer Kit, and LB-1. It is available worldwide now for USD $99. Check it out here. About RØDE Microphones and The Freedman Group: RØDE Microphones designs and manufactures high-quality microphones, interfaces and related accessories for studio, live and location use. Its products are designed and primarily manufactured in Sydney, Australia and exported to over 117 countries globally. RØDE is part of The Freedman Group, with APHEX, Event and SoundField. Freedman Electronics celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2017. THE CHOICE OF TODAY’S CREATIVE GENERATION™

Spitfire Audio announces collaborative calling with London launch of BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA at Barbican Centre keynote LONDON, UK: having teased with the telltale This is London calling... video, intriguing in advance of its biggest release to date, the wait is finally over for all as Spitfire Audio is proud to announce (upcoming) availability of BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA — launched during a captivating keynote at London’s legendary Barbican Centre as a world-class orchestra within the sound-specialising British music technology company’s award- winning standalone plug-in, providing a solid foundation for any composer’s toolkit and workflow within a single sample library like no other; the expansive result of an extraordinary, one-of-a-kind venture created in partnership with BBC Studios, the British television production and distribution company that is the commercial arm of the oldest entertainment organisation in the world, and in collaboration with the world-renowned BBC Symphony Orchestra to which it obviously owes its notable name — as of August 28... BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA is a universal starting point for orchestral sample libraries, letting everyone talk the same language. It is so much more than a product release; rather it is the start of a movement. After all, the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) is a worldwide, trusted institution of huge cultural significance, and, much like Spitfire Audio, its core values are rooted in both accessible learning and innovation. Indeed, as a world-class, cohesive concert orchestra known for its standard in playing and commitment to innovative education work, the BBC Symphony Orchestra has been at the heart of British musical culture since its creation, coming up to its 90th year. Yet the BBC has happily put its name — and its principal broadcast orchestra — behind BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. Is it little wonder, then, that this represents Spitfire Audio’s most expansive and ambitious project to date? Duly it is worthy of being launched with such collective company pride during a captivating keynote at London’s legendary Barbican Centre, a world-class arts and learning facility famed for pushing the boundaries of all major art forms, including dance, film, music, theatre, and visual arts — This is London calling... indeed! Innovatively recorded to trusted superlative standards by Spitfire Audio at London’s legendary Maida Vale Studios — a complex of seven BBC Sound studios sited in one of the BBC’s earliest premises, pre-dating Broadcasting House, and the centre of the BBC News operation during World War II, before being used to record thousands of classical music, popular music, and drama sessions for BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 3, BBC Radio 4, and BBC Radio 6 Music from 1946 to the present — and performed by an orchestra renowned for its remarkably homogenous performances, honed from playing some of the best and most challenging works together for years and selling out concert halls the world over, the comparatively youthful sound-specialising British music technology company has pulled out all the stops with BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, creating a future-proof classic comprising the finest strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Put it this way: with BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Spitfire Audio has succeeded in creating a comprehensive, professional product made up of 99 players, 55 different instruments, 418 techniques (180 String, 110 Woodwind, 84 Brass, 44 Percussion), 33 legatos, and a staggering 20 signals — two mixes, five spill signals, 11 mic positions, and two atmos (front/rear) — for ultimate creative control. It is the definitive symphony orchestra made accessible to all through the cutting-edge technology of Spitfire Audio’s award-winning standalone plug-in, providing a solid foundation for any composer’s toolkit and workflow within a single sample library like no other. As a collaborative platform that is perfectly positioned to take orchestral music into the future, sampling has truly arrived and the possibilities are endless. This is just the beginning. BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA can currently be preordered as an AAX-, AU-, and VST-compatible plug-in that loads directly into a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) for a time-limited introductory promo price of £679.00 GBP (inc. VAT)/$749.00 USD/€749.00 EUR (inc. VAT) until November 14, 2019 — rising thereafter to an RRP of £899.00 GBP (inc. VAT)/$899.00 USD/€899.00 EUR (inc. VAT) — from here: https://www.spitfireaudio.com/shop/a-z/bbc-symphony-orchestra/ Spitfire Audio recommends that customers purchase BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA on its SSD (Solid State Drive), which will come with custom packaging specifically for the product with an RRP of £199.00 GBP (inc. VAT)/$199.00 USD/€199.00 EUR (inc. VAT); please note that the last day this can be ordered to be delivered by the release date is October 14, 2019. Watch the BBC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA launch live stream here: https://youtu.be/q9Nud1INFFM 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

We are proud to present the Michael Bereal Signature Sound Bank for Nord Stage 3 - 25 unique patches created by legendary gospel keyboardist/producer Michael Bereal! The sound bank is based on the Nord Stage 3 factory sounds and includes Michael's custom Acoustic and Electric Pianos, Layers, Synth Leads, Synth Brass, Strings and much more. A unique patch collection from one of the finest musicians in gospel music! "If you want to have fun and if you want to create a vibe like no other check out my signature sound bank for the Nord Stage 3!" DOWNLOAD The Michael Bereal Signature Sound Bank is compatible with Nord Stage 3 and available for free download at nordkeyboards.com. ABOUT MICHAEL BEREAL Multi-talented Gospel veteran Michael Bereal is based out of Los Angeles, CA and is one of the most influential musicians/producers in contemporary Gospel music. Michael has worked with artists such as Snoop Dogg, Faith Evans, Charlie Wilson, Kirk Franklin, Marvin Sapp, Mary Mary, The Soul Seekers, Dave Hollister, Donnie McClurkin, Kim Burrell, Dorinda Clark-Cole, Beverly Crawford, Tank, Bishop T.D. Jakes, Bishop Charles E. Blake, Bishop Clarence McClendon, Ernest Pugh, Kurt Carr, Juanita Bynum and Norman Hutchins. Read more TEASER VIDEO About Clavia DMI AB: Clavia Digital Musical Instruments AB manufactures industry-leading digital synthesizers and keyboards sold under the brand name Nord. All technology R&D and manufacturing takes place in Sweden and all Nord products are assembled by hand in Stockholm. Clavia DMI AB has 39 employees and a turnover of 25M USD whereof 95 % is export sales to local distributors. The company’s main markets are USA and Europe but Asia and Latin America also adds exciting and interesting new markets for our premium quality keyboard instruments.

Photo credit: Paul Lorkowski. “The voice of a generation, an artist for all time.” NASHVILLE, TN (August 27, 2019) Gibson--the all American-made instrument brand—announced today the worldwide launch of the new, limited-edition Chris Cornell Tribute ES-335 guitar. The Chris Cornell ES 335 Tribute honors the rock legend who has left a modern legacy and contribution to music history that transcends genres. A pre-sale will officially begin on August 27; on September 3, all Gibson Chris Cornell ES-335 guitars will be sold worldwide through Authorized Gibson dealers, visit www.gibson.com for further details. Chris Cornell Tribute – Gibson ES-335. Gibson first partnered with Cornell to work on his original ES-335 signature guitar and it became immediately clear to the luthiers that Chris had an inventive and unique passion for guitar design. Features like the aged Lollartron humbucking pickups, clear “no number” Top Hat knobs, Olive Drab Satin finish and Mother-of-Pearl Chris Cornell ‘signature’ peghead inlay make this guitar one of Gibson’s most distinct and rarified artist offerings to date. “Chris Cornell was not only one of the most iconic singer songwriters of all time, he was a modern innovator who left a legacy that transcends music genres and generations,” says Cesar Gueikian, Chief Merchant Officer, Gibson. “Chris fell in love with this guitar and it became a part of his creative expression. It’s our honor to release this tribute ES-335 in his memory. Chris was a special artist and we hope that this guitar will inspire fans to find their sound, and inspiration, just like Chris did, for many years to come.” The Gibson Chris Cornell ES-335 guitar was officially unveiled earlier this year at the star-studded “I Am The Highway: A Tribute To Chris Cornell” concert honoringCornell’s legacy and supporting the Chris and Vicky Cornell Foundation and The Epidermolysis Bullosa Medical Research Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to raising funds and awareness for this painful and debilitating genetic disorder. In partnership with the foundation and charitable causes important to Chris and his family, Gibson made a donation, in addition to offering a selection of the limited-edition Chris Cornell ES-335signature guitars to the foundation to raise added funds. For more information on Chris Cornell: CHRISCORNELL.COM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | YOUTUBE | INSTAGRAM For more information on Gibson: GIBSON.COM | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | YOUTUBE About The Epidermolysis Bullosa Medical Research Foundation: The Epidermolysis Bullosa Medical Research Foundation was established in 1991 by Gary & Lynn Fechser Anderson at the request of Dr. Eugene Bauer, then Professor and Chairman of the Department of Dermatology at The Stanford University School of Medicine. His research team was making exciting progress of their study of Epidermolysis Bullosa, yet needed additional funding to realize their goals. https://ebmrf.org/ About The Chris and Vicky Cornell Foundation: The Chris & Vicky Cornell Foundation formed in late 2012 with a mission to protect vulnerable children around the world. The foundation supports organizations that provide shelter and resources for homeless, abused and at-risk-youth, children living in refugee camps and victims of human trafficking. http://chrisandvickycornellfoundation.org. About Gibson: Gibson Brands, the world’s most iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for more than 100 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, TN, Gibson Brands has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson Brandsportfolio includes Gibson, the number one guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including Epiphone, Kramer, Steinberger and Gibson Pro Audio division brands Cerwin Vega, KRK Systems and Stanton. Gibson Brands is dedicated to quality, innovation and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson Brands. Learn more at http://www.gibson.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Arturia announce 3 Delays You’ll Actually Use The latest in the line of their acclaimed “Effects You’ll Actually Use” series, the 3 delays modeled in this bundle cover the most popular, and best sounding varieties of the effect: vintage tape delay, analog “bucket brigade” echo, and a cutting edge digital design. As with their other award-winning software effects, 3 Delays You’ll Actually Use has its promise set out in its name. Musicians and producers will be able to stop auditioning dozens of different effects, trying to find the right sound, and enjoy legendary tone and awesome features in one simple bundle. Covering all bases, Arturia have modelled 2 famous delay effects, and developed their own next-gen modern delay. Saturated tape tones, lo-fi BBD feedback, and synth-style modulating digital delay. It’s all here. Using their exclusive TAE and Phi modelling technologies - the same know-how behind their multi-award winning V Collection series of synths and keyboards - Arturia have revamped these 2 legendaries effects, and created an exciting, 21st century delay. 3 Delays You'll Actually Use Made to inspire, we have recreated 2 of the most famous hardware analog delays ever made, and developed our own powerful, versatile digital to give you the best echo processing available: Delay TAPE-201 Modeled on the famous 70s “space” delay loved by guitarists and studios for half a century. This iconic delay has been reborn in your DAW, with perfect tape emulation and saturation, and powerful new features. Delay MEMORY-BRIGADE The legendary “memory” BBD guitar pedal has been reimagined as a plug-in for your DAW. Lo-fi, filtered, dark tone with a huge scope for feedback. This delay will give you “the edge”! Delay ETERNITY A cutting-edge modern delay packed with modulation possibilities, LFOs, twin delay lines, and signal-smashing effects within the feedback loop. A totally original Arturia plug-in. Each delay plug-in also features a beautifully rendered, comes with awesome presets, letting you quickly audition unique and interesting sounds. Price & Intro Offer All of these effects are free to try, and are on a special launch promotion. 3 Delays You’ll Actually Use will retail for $199 / 199€. EXCLUSIVE INTRO OFFER until September 9th: $99 / 99€ for new customers even less for existing Arturia customers: if you already own Arturia software or hardware, log in to the Arturia website to see your exclusive deal. 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.

It’s new release day and this week we’ve got Headliner - Lunatica, a cross pollinating Psy pack that covers all the sub genres of Psytrance. Zenhiser Pack: Headliner - LunaticaPrice: $60.00 AUDDirect Link: http://www.zenhiser.com/headliner-lunatica-psytrance-samples.html www.zenhiser.com--------------------------