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Woburn, MA (September 25, 2013)—Source Audio, innovators of the award winning Hot Hand® Effects Controller and Multiwave™ Distortion, have released two new pedals, the Soundblox 2 OFD Guitar microModeler and OFD Bass microModeler. The “OFD” stands for “Overdrive, Fuzz, and Distortion.” Both pedals offer twelve meticulously crafted overdrive, fuzz, and distortion tones specifically voiced to accommodate the individual frequency range of either guitar or bass. Each pedal’s comprehensive collection of distortion effects includes tone accurate models of Marshall® and Mesa Boogie® amps, as well as iconic pedals including the Big Muff®, Fuzz Face®, and Tube Screamer®.

'Kunundrum 3' from Perimeter Sound is the latest in the series. It features more of the familiar beats, percussion, basslines, synths and FX you loved in the first two volumes. For producers of Jungle, Electro, Industrial and IDM. It is available in ACID/WAV, Apple Loops and REX formats. Perimeter Sound is proud to announce that 'Kunundrum 3' has been completed, and is ready to meet some new friends. While almost every aspect has been improved and updated, the original essence of the series remains intact. With more synthetic realism, and filtered/distorted flavors than ever before. After spending time to learn more new production tricks, styles and synths, making several series for Producer Loops, and working with Soundtrack Loops doing the Soundspice series he launched in 2012, Jeff Rhodes brings it all back to the table to round out the Kunundrum trilogy. 500 MB of 100\% new 24-Bit material. From lazy Trip Hop style sounds and grooves, to heavy faster electronica and crushing beats. This Kunundrum is going to turn the heat up on your productions. Jeff explains the production process: "Throughout my audio career, I've always been trying to harness the filtered/distorted sound, and I've never had it more under my thumb than I do these days. I can only imagine how we will be able to do things in the future, I'm just pleased to bring you my progress in the past 1/2 decade with this release. Kunundrum (1 & 2) were my first *solo* projects, and so for K3 I wanted to make sure I honored that tradition by making it worthy of the name. It had to have variety, and it had to have those signature sounding synths and beats from the originals. Even though my style has gotten a bit more polished over time, I assure any fans of the first 2 Kunundrum titles, that it only makes volume 3 better. More usable loops with increased clarity even within the chaos that is the Kunundrum vibe. The distortion & compression techniques in particular, are meticulous, and improved greatly. The empty spaces have grown, and not just in time, but in frequency range. These new loop samples will just "fit" your tracks better than ever before, and they are in more different tempos and keys as well. If you produce Trip Hop, Industrial, Dark Ambient, Cinematic styles, or just love electronica in general, then this set will be a valuable addition to your toolbox. Please accept the freebee pack as my gift to try-before-you-buy, and hear for yourself. No email sign up needed, and no restrictions on use in your music, it's for you, for taking the time to check out 'Kunundrum 3'." Contents: • 50 Bass Loops • 123 Beat Loops • 20 FX Loops • 50 Percussion Loops • 109 Synth Loops Formats: • ACID • Apple Loops • REX Available now for $20 in the Perimeter Webshop at http://perimetersound.wordpress.com/webshop/

Berlin, September 25, 2013 – Native Instruments today introduced KINETIC METAL, a new instrument for creating ethereal sound beds, shifting textures, and delicate, tonal percussion. KINETIC METAL combines creatively-sampled, unconventional metal objects with artificial waveforms and is aimed primarily at producers and sound designers seeking atmospheric textures, mallet-like lead sounds, and delicate percussion. Two large, easy-to-use modification wheels allow users to quickly manipulate the sound. An auto-motion feature allows producers to set one or both of these wheels turning on their own, giving them freedom to focus on performance. KINETIC METAL runs in KONTAKT 5 and the free KONTAKT 5 PLAYER. It is available from the NI Online Shop for $99 / 99 € / ¥ 9,800. KINETIC METAL consists of over 200 individual, multi-layered patches. These were created by sampling a wide range of non-traditional sources such as cauldrons, broken clocks, kettles, and swords. Each patch is made up of a combination of four of these sampled sounds plus four artificial waveforms. The four most distinct ‘personalities’ of each custom patch are set as starting points on KINETIC METAL’s Forge wheel. Turning the Forge wheel continuously, clockwise or counterclockwise, morphs the sound through different combinations of these four ‘personalities’. Furthermore, eight sliders allow manual adjustments to the level of each sample and waveform in the mix, allowing a fine degree of customization of each patch’s overall sound. KINETIC METAL’s FX wheel provides another level of sound manipulation. It controls a set of custom effects that are mapped to blend together as the wheel is turned. Like the Forge wheel, the FX wheel has four main settings. The combination of these two wheels provides near-limitless possibilities for sonic sculpting. Producers can also design their own combinations by adjusting any of the eight effect knobs linked to the FX wheel – the new setting automatically maps to that position on the FX wheel for instant recall within the session. The Motion button turns KINETIC METAL into a dynamic performance instrument, freeing producers to play chords, melodies or percussion while the textures morph automatically. When Motion is engaged, users have three options, depending on user-definable settings – it automatically turns either the Forge or FX wheel, or both wheels together in sync, providing a sound that evolves over time. KINETIC METAL was envisioned by renowned sound designer Jeremiah Savage. For over a year, Savage recorded a huge inventory of unconventional samples, then chose the best of them to create the sound palette in KINETIC METAL. KINETIC METAL is available from the NI Online Shop for $99 / 99 € / ¥ 9,800.

NETTETAL, GERMANY: high-end studio processor manufacturer elysia is proud to announce availability of its xfilter true stereo equalizer, the latest addition to its line of 19-inch rack- mounting hardware, as of September 25... The xfilter is a true stereo equalizer with a 100\% Class-A signal path, resulting in an exceptionally open boutique sound with flawless transient projection and solid punch. Processing single signals, creative sound shaping, mix bus duties, or even helping handle demanding mastering scenarios, those stunning sonic characteristics combine with a flexible feature set to make elysia’s newest hardware product the perfect fit for many mission-critical audio applications. Central to that versatility is the xfilter’s high- and low-shelf bands’ unique ability to change to high- and low- cut filters with resonance — a flexible feature found on elysia’s award-winning flagship equalizer, the museq. The xfilter also provides two mid-peak filters with switchable (wide or narrow) Q factor. In addition to its four flexible active bands, the xfilter features a unique switchable fixed LC filter for polishing the high frequency range. This passive filter mainly consists of a capacitor and a coil per channel that produce a slight resonance peak around 12kHz, focusing the saturation-like storage effect of the coil on the area around the peak without excessively pushing the complete high frequency spectrum. By linking its two channels, the xfilter effectively eliminates the tedious task of manually matching the settings for the left and right signal. All stepped potentiometers ensure fast and precise recall of earlier settings. Moreover, each and every dual and quad layer pot is measured with custom computer routines... only the good ones make it into production units! Meanwhile, a special series of ultra-low-tolerance film capacitors guarantees an even more precise stereo image. The new xfilter rack sports a high-grade linear power supply with shielded toroidal transformer, and is housed in a super-lightweight yet sturdy full-aluminium chassis. Both XLR and balanced quarter-inch inputs and outputs are provided, assuring total compatibility with any live performance or recording scenario. The xfilter is made in Germany, exclusively using top-quality components, gold-plated PCBs, a rugged 4mm aluminium front panel, and solid aluminium knobs. It is available from any elysia dealer for $1,499 MAP ($1,679 MSRP), or 990 € net (plus VAT where applicable), and is shipping right now.

'Future Pop Vol 4' is the fourth volume in this best-selling series of slick & professional Construction Kits created and produced exclusively for Producer Loops by Simon Rudd of "The Fliptones". Guaranteed to fuel your next dancefloor hit and packed full of expertly mixed loops and the usual feature set you've come to expect from Producer Loops, this is an unmissable product. Within each of the five Construction Kits you'll find deep basslines, pounding drums and breathtaking sidechained pads all topped off with scatterings of dizzying FX, euphoric keys and powerful leads. 'Future Pop Vol 4' combines all of this with accessible radio & dancefloor-ready progressions designed to inspire and fuel your creativity. As with most Producer Loops products, this pack also includes a number of features designed for professional producers. Read on to find out more. Dry Loops: All of the loops in 'Future Pop Vol 4' have been skillfully processed and effected, but for the more demanding producer dry versions have also been included allowing you to create your own FX mix and apply your favourite reverbs, delays and more. FX Tails: These files allow you to end a musical phrase with the natural decay of the FX applied to it meaning you don't have to abruptly end loops, use fadeouts, or consume DSP processing the dry takes. MIDI Files: For those that really like to get under the hood, MIDI files have been included for all melodic phrases allowing you to play them back through your favourite synth, or create new variations to further expand your arrangement. One-Shots: These non-looping percussive samples are ready to load into your favourite sampler or hardware device allowing you to program your own beats, loops and fills using the same sound set as found in the kits themselves. ACID/WAV & Apple Loops Support: All melodic and percussive loops have been tempo and key tagged meaning that they will conform to the speed and pitch of your project in just about any major DAW, including ACID, Apple Loops, Cubase, Garage Band, Logic and more. Technical Specifications: • 24-Bit/44.1kHz Audio • 5 Distinct Construction Kits • 400 MB of uncompressed content • One-Shot, FX Tail, Wet & Dry loops • MIDI included • ACID WAV, Apple Loops, REX and ReFill formats Price and Availability: Future Pop Vol 4 is available for instant download exclusively at ProducerLoops.com for £24.95 / 29,64 EUR / $33.33 USD. More information is available at: http://www.producerloops.com

September 24, 2013 - IK Multimedia, the pioneer and global leader in music-creation software, mobile apps and music-making hardware for musicians, engineers and producers, is pleased to announce a new version of AmpliTube for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, the full-featured guitar studio and recording app for mobile musicians, which adds iOS 7 compatibility as well as the ability to use AmpliTube as a filter app in the new iOS 7 "Inter-App Audio" feature. iOS 7 Compatibility The new version of AmpliTube (version 3.1) is fully compatible with iOS 7, the new operating system for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, which means you can create music on the go with the latest mobile functions and features available, including the new Inter-App Audio routing feature. Inter-App Audio Support Inter-App audio allows audio apps to communicate with each other and stream the audio output from one app to another. This feature is extremely handy for adding effects, and processing the audio stream from one app and sending it to another. AmpliTube can be used as a "filter" app in iOS 7 for processing the audio from other apps, allowing musicians to use all of the stompbox and amplifier effects with any live (real-time) or recorded material. This feature is similar to AudioBus functionality, but provides the opportunity for more complex routing. AmpliTube is fully AudioBus compatible as well, making it the most flexible audio-processing and recording app for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Effects, Amp, Cabinet, Mic, Multi-track Recorder & DAW - All in One App AmpliTube for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch is a full-featured and expandable playing-and-recording studio for guitarists and bass players, vocalists and producers/engineers. It features a complete instrument signal chain, including stompbox effects, amplifier head, cabinet section and microphone, just like a traditional guitar or bass stage rig. It also features a recording studio, and multi-track-DAW editing-and-sequencing tools. AmpliTube is also expandable with collections of gear from the world's top manufacturers like Ampeg® and Fender®, and from artists like Jimi Hendrix™ and Slash. Now musicians can capture their ideas and performances on the go on their iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, with a comprehensive suite of creative tools, all from the leader in mobile music-creation apps and accessories. Plug in and Play with Lightning-Compatible Accessories AmpliTube is the perfect companion app for IK Lightning-compatible accessories such as the new iRig PROuniversal audio/MIDI interface, and the iRig HD audio interface.

GRENOBLE, FRANCE: music software company XILS-lab is proud to announce availability of Chor’X 1.5, a major update to its Bucket Brigade Delay Chorus plug-in, as of September 13... Originally released last year to considerable critical acclaim, as implied by its obvious onscreen Bucket Brigade Delay Chorus legend, Chor’X is a bucket brigade delay emulation-based chorus plug-in providing several sought-after classic chorus effects and an advanced true stereo dynamic spacializer neatly wrapped in an eye-catching GUI gateway to tweaking its parameters in hitherto unseen speedy and spontaneous ways — allowing audio signals to be positioned in a true stereo space in intuitive fashion, for example. There’s always room for improvement, of course. Chor’X is no exception to this unwritten rule of software development. Never happy to rest on its laurels, XILS-lab always strives to be the best at what it does and has worked hard to make Chor’X considerably better than ever via Version 1.5 — and not just in a shoddy emperor’s new clothes context either. Far from it, in fact. For above and beyond that tasty GUI XILS-lab has given the Chor’X concept an audio-visual makeover fit for a king! First and foremost, this major update adds a fourth chorus algorithm — namely, V+ 330, adapted from XILS-lab’s luscious XILS V+ classic keyboard vocoder-emulating plug-in — alongside refined versions of the existing modules: SYNTHEX — adapted from XILS-lab’s sumptuous Synthix soft synth plug-in, DIM-D — dead giveaway, surely, and CS 80 — again, it’s all in the name! At a surface level, the totally revamped GUI greatly enhances the workflow within with an ability to speedily switch between LEGACY and ADVANCED modes. The default LEGACY mode makes it easy to access the distinctive and desirable sounds of those four classic choruses with the greatest of ease — without worrying about delving deep to change complex parameters. Alternatively, ADVANCED mode does exactly what it says on the tin: by behaving just like the original Chor’X release, it provides access to all the internal parameters for each chorus type — only this time with four choruses to choose from, of course. Chor’X 1.5 projects and presets are also fully backwards-compatible courtesy of ADVANCED mode, so it’s nice to know that time spent seriously sound-sculpting with the original Chor’X will have been time well spent. Dig digging deeper. Or not. The choice is out there! Speaking of which, the True Stereo Dynamic Engine allows adventurous users to create complex, spectacular stereo scenes using the improved realtime ANIMATION controls: MIC ANGLE sets the position of the virtual microphones and WIDTH increases or decreases the width of the stereo space, while moving the associated lights around another 2D modulation panel perfects positioning the sound. Sounds amazing? It is! It’s now possible, though, to bypass these two modulation panels with the push of a (SPACE ON) button and perfectly preserve the legacy sound of the chorus algorithms — all or nothing, what a beautiful combination! Clearly, there was a time when a super-sounding onboard chorus represented the pinnacle of cutting-edge synth design, something XILS-lab is well versed in having developed several soft synths that pay homage to some synth classics. Now, thanks to Chor’X 1.5, some of those super-sounding chorus classics can be added to any DAW track — synth-based or otherwise! Why wait?

Lack Of Afro presents Analogue Soul Loopmasters join forces with the one man Funk Maestro that is Lack of Afro for an all you can eat package of ridiculously infectious loops and samples for Hip Hop, Funk, Soul and Breaks producers worldwide. Musically multi-talented Lack of Afro aka Adam Gibbons drops a pure samplist’s dream come true with an exciting collection of royalty free live instrumental loops and sounds. The detail that has gone into this pack is staggering. Adam has captured the pure essence of vintage vinyl from authentic recording processes to those magical “In the moment” musical phrases found in Classic Funk and Soul records. “Real instruments are at the heart of the Lack of Afro sound and I wanted this pack to reflect that. Centred on funk, but also combining elements of hip- hop, soul & jazz, everything was recorded to tape for added analogue warmth…” Lack of Afro has achieved a startling amount in the few years since his first releases on Freestyle records back in 2006. With four highly acclaimed albums under his belt, touring live and DJing across the world, and producing and remixing everyone from Tom Jones, The Pharcyde, The New Mastersounds through to Wax, Herbal T & Kraak & Smaak, Adams eclectic and progressive musical take on production harnesses musical styles ranging from funk, soul and hip-hop creating contemporary yet vintage musical escapades. Adam has really pulled out the stops in recording this sample pack and has made extensive use of his treasured studio collection including Fostex R-8 reel-to-reel tape machine, Universal Audio LA-610, Neumann TLM 102, 1950’s Premier drum kit, Hammond L-100 , Fender Rhodes Mk 1, Wurlitzer Piano, Hohner Clavinet, Upright piano, Nord Electro, Fender Jazz bass guitar, Fender Mustang guitar, Epiphone Sheraton guitar, Epiphone Valve Jr amplifier, LP congas, LP bongos and shakers. Expect to find over 1Gb of ridiculously infectious sounds including 279 Loops and 186 One Shot samples all recorded at 24Bit 44.1Khz including funky old school sounding breaks, blistering keys and organ riffs, syncopated live bass, rock solid percussion loops and an incredible collection of multi sampled real instruments from Adam's personal collection. In Detail expect to find 1.19Gb of 24Bit 44.1Khz loops and sounds including 3 Full Funky construction Kits, 33 Bass Loops, 87 Drum Breaks, 34 Guitar Loops, 33 Hammond Loops, 53 Percussion Loops, 11 Piano Loops, 21 Wurlitzer Loops, 4 Clavinet Loops, 109 Drum One Shots, 26 SFX, 3 Multi Sampled Keys Instruments, 284 Rex2 Files and 18 Soft Sampler Instruments for Kontakt, Halion, Exs24, Nnxt and Sfz Formats. The collection is also available in Apple Loops, Ableton Live Pack and Reason Refill to purchase separately. All Single Sounds in this pack have been tagged ready to use in Native Instruments Maschine making locating the sounds within the Maschine browser effortless. Lack of Afro has received huge support since the beginning from BBC Radio 1, Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music and has played multiple live sessions at Maida Vale studios in London. His tunes have been featured in TV and film in both the UK and US: from being employed as a composer on forthcoming ABC sitcom “Mixology”, through to Sky Sports to HBO’s Entourage, Analogue Soul is an all-out Funk attack of hard to create samples and should be an essential collection for any producer. Hit play on the Tape Machine and Sample the Infectious Vintage sound of Lack of Afro TODAY! Quantum Theory - Entrapment Power up your subs and prepare for some serious low end bizness as we proudly announce Entrapment, a Shockingly Heavy Trap collection produced exclusively for Loopmasters by Quantum Theory. What we have here is no less than 13 whoop ass construction kits inspired by the Heavy Weight sound of Trap. Within each kit folder you will find a mixture of broken down stems and one shot samples including Drum and Percussive Elements, Synth Loops, Sub Kick and Bass Melodies, Vocal Shots and Phrases and SFX that have been sonically checked and mastered giving inspiration hungry producers the chance to arrange mix and mashup some serious Club Bangers. The collection also features the multi sampled instruments, drum shots and SFX Hits used to create the loops allowing you to extend the melodic phrases and beats within each kit with ease. The Kits come in a Range of compatible Keys with tempos ranging from 140-170BPM all of which have been Acidized/Apple looped making mixing and matching between kits incredibly simple. Expect to hear Over 700Mb of content recorded in pristine 24Bit quality including Huge Kicks, Crazy Trap Rolls, Crisp Sharp Snares, Booming Bass Lines, Filthy SFX, Room Lifting Lead Lines, Pitch Switched Vocals, Bleepy Stabs and Heavy Weight Beats. In Detail producers should expect to find 773 Mb 24Bit 44.1Khz loops and samples arranged into 13 Killer Trap construction kits with a total of 7 Bass Loops, 51 drum Loops, 28 Music Loops, 24 SFX Loops, 3 Percussion Loops, 4 Vocal Loops, 62 Drum One Shots, 16 FX Shots, 16 Multi Sampled Synth Instruments, 5 Multi Sampled Bass Instruments, 129 Rex2 Files and 35 Soft Sampler Instruments for Kontakt, Halion, Exs24, Nnxt and Sfz Formats. The collection is also available in Apple Loops, Ableton Live Pack and Reason Refill to purchase separately. All Single Sounds in this pack have been tagged ready to use in Native Instruments Maschine making locating the sounds within the Maschine browser effortless. Quantum Theory is all about pure unbridled bass music, be it Moombahton, Dubstep, Trap, or any other incarnation of heavy-hitting music, the Quantum Theory sound is dance floor-proven. Whether DJing the largest and most respected EDM nights, producing tracks in the studio, or fostering relationships with other artists for his own labels, Quantum Theory's keen sense of taste, direction, and quality crossover into every project he undertakes. Producers of Heavy Bass music should check out this pack, inspired by the likes of Mayhem, Antiserum, gLAdiator, OZ to name but a few, this collection comes loaded with plenty of Low end theory and is guaranteed to shake the walls of clubs worldwide so check out the demos and sample Quantum Theory Entrapment TODAY! Deep House Grooves Deep, fluid, solid samples that are ready to be looped up and layered in your next main floor Deep House production. From the dark and pounding club floors all the way to the sun drenched terraces, Deep House Grooves is jammed with all the tools you will need. All loops have been lightly processed to slip seamlessly into your DAW for maximum ease. Basslines, Synth lines and Vocal Loops have been key labeled so mix and match or use to bolster your existing Deep House tune. Included in this pack you will find 150 Loops and samples in 24bit Wav - 20 Bass Lines - 20 Synth Lines - 20 Vocal Loops - 10 Clap Loops - 10 Crashes - 10 Drum Loops - 20 FX - 10 Hat Loops - 10 Kick Loops - 20 Percussion Loops Deep House Grooves is perfect for Bass House, Deep House, House or any style needing some deeply driven sounds. Inspired by the sounds of 'Jamie Jones, Kerri Chandler, Booka Shade, Defected, Get Physical & Circoloco. So if you're feeling that vibe get yourself some Deep House Grooves on!

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – The elements of perfect guitar tone start here: HARMAN’s DigiTech today announced the introduction of its Element and Element XP, two versatile guitar multi-effects pedals that offer hundreds of sounds, effects, amps and cabinets, drum machine and much more. The DigiTech Element XP features an expression pedal and offers 38 effects, while the Element provides 34 effects. The Element XP and Element both deliver state-of-the-art effects processing with six classic overdrive and distortion stompboxes, 12 amps and cabinets and 28 pedals. The Element XP and Element both feature a pedalboard-style control layout that is simple to use and lets players quickly adjust and save their settings to fit their personal styles. “Our new Element XP and Element multi-effects pedals bring an incredible array of classic and contemporary guitar sounds to players everywhere, at prices that offer outstanding value,” said Scott Klimt, marketing manager for DigiTech. “We spent a great deal of time and effort in getting everything right and give guitarists an affordable yet high quality guitar effects processor that is not just useful, but inspiring.” Overdrive and distortion are elemental to every guitarist’s sonic arsenal, and the Element XP and Element offer stompboxes inspired by the legendary Ibanez® TS-9 Tube Screamer™, DOD® 250 Preamp/Overdrive, Boss® DS-1 Distortion, DigiTech Grunge, DigiTech Death Metal and Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi™. The amplifiers include many of the classics that defined the sound of rock and roll, like the ’57 Fender® Tweed Deluxe™, ’65 Fender “Blackface” Twin Reverb™, ’68 Marshall® Super Lead “Plexi” with slant Celestion® “Greenback” 4 x 12 cabinet, ’83 Marshall® JCM800™, ’63 Vox AC 30™ Top Boost with “Blue Back” speakers, ’01 Mesa/Boogie® Dual Rectifier™ and other all-time greats. The Element XP and Element provide a dazzling array of effects: compressor, 3-band EQ, flanger, phaser, tremolo, vibrato, chorus, rotary simulator, envelope filter, step filter, spring reverb, room reverb, noise gate, an acoustic guitar simulator and many others. The Element XP adds four expression pedal-based effects including the Dunlop® Cry Baby™ wah wah, Vox® Clyde McCoy™ wah, a full-range wah and a volume pedal. Guitarists can choose from 100 factory presets that encompass a host of musical genres, and create and save 100 more custom preset sounds. 45 different drum tracks are available to jam and practice along with, and both models include a built-in tuner. The Element XP and Element feature a 1/4-inch guitar input and a 1/4-inch stereo output jack that can be connected to either an amplifier or a mixer for direct recording using the Amp/Mixer mode switch. The Element XP and Element have a dedicated headphone jack and an Aux input to jam along with favorite songs. Both pedals include a power supply so no batteries are needed. The DigiTech Element XP and Element multi-effects pedals will be available in October 2013 at suggested retail prices of $119.95 and $159.95 respectively.

Disaster Area Designs is pleased to announce the DMC-6D MIDI Foot Controller. The DMC-6D builds on the popular DMC-6 controller and adds advanced USB-MIDI functionality and a bright blue LED display. The DMC-6D is designed to control DAW software such as Ableton Live, Reason, Logic, Mainstage, and more. The DMC-6D sends MIDI notes that may be mapped in DAW applications for triggering clips or scenes, switching effects, or operating transport controls. Two expression pedals can send any of 128 MIDI continuous controllers (CC,) and an Expander Switch input allows several choices of extra functionality. It works with Mac, Windows, iPad, and Linux with class-compliant (driverless) installation. The DMC-6D also includes a 5-pin DIN MIDI port for connecting to legacy / standalone MIDI devices such as effect processors, keyboards, and more. The DMC-6D can transfer MIDI from the PC or Mac to other MIDI devices, including MIDI clock, program changes, continuous controllers, and SysEx. The DMC-6D is also available with firmware to control MIDI devices without a computer, and is easy to update the firmware with a USB cable and PC or Mac. Features include: Compact and lightweight aluminum enclosure (7.4" x 4.7" x 1.3" excluding switch caps, 1lb.) USB MIDI interface 5-pin DIN MIDI output USB MIDI bridges to 5-pin DIN output for sending commands from computer to external devices 6 soft-touch heavy-duty metal footswitches selected for reliability and quiet operation 4-digit bright blue LED display 2 Expression Pedal inputs send MIDI CC Expander Switch input connects two additional footswitches USB bus-powered, compatible with iPad (requires Camera Connection Kit) 9V DC power connector 20 preset banks with 6 messages each (optionally 15 banks of 8 presets with Expander Switch) All-Access Bank with 6 messages accessible from any other bank Operates on any of 16 MIDI channels USB port for firmware updates Custom firmware for standalone applications available - controls Strymon Mobius, Timeline, Eventide Factor, Space, H9, Line 6 M-Series, more! Hand-made in the USA The DMC-6D is available from Disaster Area Designs now for $239.99.

New York – September 23, 2013 - Pyle Audio®, manufacturers of outdoor recreational sports gear and home, car and pro audio equipment, introduces the Disco Jam Stereo Speaker System (PSUFM1049A). The 600 watt Disco Jam features an impressive high-powered output in a compact mobile party machine. Users can play music directly from any Bluetooth device or FM radio via the 2-way PA speaker system for a true DJ experience. Pyle’s Disco Jam is available for $199.99 at http://www.pyleaudio.com/. Equipped with portable carrying handles and wheels for easy transport, the 10” woofer and three 5” Piezo Tweeters make the Disco Jam the perfect system for the aspiring DJ. The Disco ball lights with an on/off control switch enabling you to transform any space into the perfect party environment. There’s also an added built-in USB port for keeping all your devices charged while playing music. The display screen shows number of songs, play time and FM radio frequency, allowing users to play music and mix between songs professionally. “We wanted to create the perfect disco system for the aspiring DJ,” says Abe Brach, President of Pyle Audio. “The Disco Jam Stereo Speaker System lets you take the party anywhere with its multiple media connections, Bluetooth compatibility and superior sound.” Pyle’s Disco Jam Stereo Speaker System Features Include: • 10” Sub-Woofer and 3- 5” tweeters • Built in FM Radio with added Bluetooth connection for enabled devices (smartphone, tablet, PC, MP3 player, etc.) • Light up disco ball for added entertainment • Multiple inputs for microphones and 3.5mm devices • USB port provides charging for smartphones and other devices • 7 Band EQ With EQ On/Off Control • Dimensions: 27.2'' (H) X 15.4'' (W) X 13.8'' (D) • Product # PSUFM1049A The Disco Jam from Pyle Audio is available for $199.99

(STEVENSVILLE, MD) September 23, 2013 -- Developed and refined over many years, the PRS David Grissom signature amplifiers “DG Custom 30” and “DG Custom 50” and signature “DG Custom 2x12 cabinet” bring David’s discriminating tone to players looking for a highly-responsive, musical amp rig. “I've used them on hundreds of gigs and sessions and found them to be equally well suited to both live situations and studio work. Both amps do their own thing, and are far from knockoffs of any classic designs that boutique makers often strive for. I'm excited and proud that these amps are now in production. I'm hopeful that other players will find them as inspiring and musical as I do,” said Grissom. The PRS “DG Custom 30” features four EL84/7581 power tubes and several tone-sculpting features, including bright switch, reverb, boost/normal gain switch, presence control, and top cut control. The PRS “DG Custom 50” is a straight ahead, articulate, and organic sounding amplifier across the tonal spectrum. With four EL34 power tubes delivering 50 watts, this amplifier has a breathy, open tone. David and Doug also worked together to design a unique “DG 2x12 cabinet,” featuring Vintage 30 speakers and a custom internal structure that gives these amps a bigger all-around tone. The back panel is dual ported, which keeps the low end and smooth high end of a closed back cabinet while allowing the amp to really fill the room. The DG Custom 30 and 50 amplifiers come in blonde vinyl with a cherry stained mahogany fascia and un-tinted salt and pepper grill cloth.

Created for use with Kontakt 5, EPIC is colossal in scope yet simple to use so you can get that tremendous cinematic sound in just a few clicks. EPIC features hundreds of killer performance loops, organised into 24 different Kontakt construction kits making it fast and easy to compose Action, Suspense, or Horror cues when you're on a tight deadline. What's more, EPIC also includes multi-sampled versions of all of the drums used in the performance loops, so you can easily create your own fills, rhythms, and sounds, or mix and match pre-generated loops with your own custom material. A huge variety of ethnic drums and percussion were recorded for this library including Chinese drums, taikos, African drums, frame drums, small and large gongs, cymbals, quints, a complete set of five Roto-Toms, and a massive, studio-shaking 39" nagada drum from India. You'll also find hundreds of high-quality cinematic sound design elements, such as thundering Hits, Impacts, Metals, Risers and Whooshes. RRP: £125.00 / €159.00

BAD NEUENAHR, GERMANY: high-quality synthesizer developer Waldorf is proud to announce availability of its eagerly-awaited Pulse 2 Analog Synthesizer, a cutting-edge reincarnation of the company’s peerless Pulse series, as of Sept 20... Waldorf’s Pulse 2 Analog Synthesizer is proof positive that good things can come to those that wait. For ever since this high-quality synthesizer developer discontinued its original rack-mountable Pulse and Pulse+ programmable analogue monosynths boasting ballsy bass tones and legendary leads beyond compare, those Nineties electronic music- dominating sounds have been severely sought after by those in the know. Which was exactly what drove Waldorf into development overdrive to produce an all-new Pulse fit for the 21st Century. Meine Damen und Herren, thank you for being patient; please welcome... Pulse 2! As an all-new, all-analogue synthesizer design, Pulse 2 flawlessly delivers exactly what synth connoisseurs around the world have been truly craving for quite some time — three analogue oscillators living in perfect harmony with a VCF (Voltage- Controlled Filter), yet Waldorf did not stop there: the fresh filter circuits in the Pulse 2 now offer 12dB Highpass and Bandpass modes in addition to 24dB/12dB Lowpass for strengthened sound-sculpting flexibility, while Waldorf has helpfully added analogue Filter FM, two Overdrive circuits, and Ring Modulation from OSC 3, together with Paraphonic and Unison modes allowing up to eight-voice chords — a fantastic feature found on Waldorf’s recently-released Rocket Synthesizer. Like Waldorf’s well-received Blofeld before it, Pulse 2 is housed in a sturdy metal desktop casing. Alongside its generous 128x64-character backlit LCD, eight eye-catching stainless steel knobs are available to nimbly navigate through the parameter matrix — logically laid out across the front panel for all to see at all times, set the master Volume, and easily edit display-accessible parameters. Connectivity comes well catered for courtesy of USB, MIDI In, MIDI Out, Ext In (external analogue signal input), line OUT, and headphone output — not forgetting, of course, CV Out (supporting both the V/octave and Hz/V standards) and Gate Out (V-Trigger- and S-Trigger-compatible), allowing a myriad of suitably equipped older (or newer) synths to be connected to the Pulse 2 to mirror whatever MIDI ‘note’ information is being played by the Pulse 2, including the output of its powerful ARP (arpeggiator). And if that’s not enough to be getting on with, the CV Out can even be modulated in the eight-slot modulation Matrix, making for even more tantalising tone colours and performance possibilities! Alongside analogue must-haves like a noise generator, Pulsewidth modulation, and hard Sync, other notable features include an Alternating Pulsewidth Modulation mode new to the Pulse 2 (offering a dense PWM sound without affecting perceived loudness), and an XOR Osc mode (that is a binary XOR combination of two PWM oscillators with two distinct output levels — high and low only — capable of producing inharmonic spectra unlike anything associated with any analogue synthesizer other than Waldorf’s original Pulse) — all of which, of course, contribute to kickstarting those still sought- after sounds right here, right now in the 21st Century. Speaking of which, 500 onboard sound programs should be more than enough to keep the most diehard synthesist smiling! What’s more, all are backwards-compatible with the original Pulse series, so original Pulse owners can quickly transfer their favourite sounds to their new Pulse 2 via MIDI (dump). Thanks, then, to the timely arrival of the Pulse 2 Analog Synthesizer, readily reincarnated ballsy bass tones and legendary leads beyond compare can all be yours with much more besides in a truly 21st Century compact and bijou performance package priced to go! The Pulse 2 Analog Synthesizer is available to purchase from Waldorf dealers worldwide with an SRP of €461.00 EUR/$610.00 USD (excluding tax).