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Image Line updates FL Studio to v9.0.1
17th November 2009: Image Line has updated FL Studio to v9.0.1. Additions: Added 'Sidechain to this track only' option in mixer. Added 'Create submix to' option in mixer. Added 'Override generic link...' to knob popup ...
Image Line updates FL Studio to v9.0.1
Cockos updates REAPER to v3.141
17th November 2009: Cockos has updated REAPER to v3.141. Changes: Action: toggle selected tracks between touch and trim/read modes (for non-motorized control surfaces). Anticipative FX is no longer by default disabled...
Cockos updates REAPER to v3.141
Celemony releases Melodyne editor with DNA Direct Note Access (Melodyne studio bundle, Melodyne assistant and Melodyne essential RTAS also released)
16th November 2009: Celemony Software has announced that Melodyne editor will be on sale in stores worldwide from today (Monday November 16th, 2009). Melodyne editor is the first Celemony product to feature the company'...
Celemony releases Melodyne editor with DNA Direct Note Access (Melodyne studio bundle, Melodyne assistant and Melodyne essential RTAS also released)
Iced Audio updates AudioFinder to v4.9.8
16th November 2009: Iced Audio has updated AudioFinder to v4.9.8. Changes: Added new Preference Start with last folder and Playback History. Reworked the Metadata panel to show more information and allow copying of all ...
Iced Audio updates AudioFinder to v4.9.8
Ardour updated to v2.8.4
16th November 2009: Version 2.8.4 of Ardour is now available. If you use BWF files for anything, this update is critical, because a very serious error in the way headers for such files are generated has been fixed. As of...
Ardour updated to v2.8.4
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FL Studio 9.0.1 has been released!

Well technically it's a release cadidate, but it looks very stable.

Read about the changes over at the official FL Studio Image-Line page.

Download FL Studio 9 here:

http://flstudio.image-line.com/documents/download.html

 

FL Studio 9.0.1 has been released!
New Download Area

So the new file download and upload pages are in place, with it comes and end to the Free VIP for drum kits promotion.

I've made a video to explain the new download and upload pages here:

http://warbeats-video.s3.amazonaws....loads.html

Please leave your questions, comments, concerns and complaints here in this thread or send me a private email to: admin@warbeats.com

** please watch the video first since it might have answers to your questions **

New Download Area
Save $20 on the new Sounds in HD Bundle

Sounds in HD have release "The Collection". Which has all of their kits in one package. The retail price is $79.00 but you can get $20 off by using the code "PROMOSHD" at checkout.

Go get the details on this bargain at the Sounds in HD website.

Save $20 on the new Sounds in HD Bundle
New Public Video - Fixing common WAV sample issues

In this video I cover a few common issues you might encounter with WAV files that just don't play back correctly in FL Studio

New Public Video - Fixing common WAV sample issues
Drum Kit Submission for VIP will be ending soon

The time is near to close down the drum kits for free VIP. If you have made your own drum kit and want to get your chance at free VIP, read the Drum Kit Submission Rules.

After a few more days I will stop giving free VIP for approved kits, so get in now.

This is all coming about as we get nearer to the new file area being unveiled. The new file area will open the drum kits, archives and regular downloads to all regular users. I'll make the announcement when we do the switch over.

Drum Kit Submission for VIP will be ending soon
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Rekkerd
Christian Budde releases Lookahead Limiter
Christian Budde has released Lookahead Limiter, a free limiter VST effect for Windows.
Christian Budde releases Lookahead Limiter
Ueberschall releases Planet Trance
Ueberschall has announced the release of Planet Trance, a new Elastik Soundbank.
Ueberschall releases Planet Trance
SONiVOX updates Sampla to v1.2
SONiVOX has released version 1.2 of Sampla, a software sampler designed specifically for Hip Hop producers and musicians.
SONiVOX updates Sampla to v1.2
Propellerhead releases Reason Soul School ReFill
Propellerhead Software has announced the release of the Reason Soul School ReFill, a new ReFill that explores the classic sounds coming out of three of soul's biggest capitals: Detroit, Memphis and Cincinnati.
Propellerhead releases Reason Soul School ReFill
Review: ToneBuilder Driven Machine Drums
When I first visited the Driven Machine Drums website I thought I had found another one of those silly marketing schemes. You know those sites that promise loads of "fresh" content for cheap, meaning to say they'll send you a disc with stuff that is old and readily available to download from the internet, free of cost…
Review: ToneBuilder Driven Machine Drums
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Sounds And Gear
Top 10 places to download loops, drums, and samples for free! Legally.
motinsamples – http://www.motionsamples.com/free_sounds.php loopgalaxy- http://www.loopgalaxy.com/user.php?op=register p5audio – http://www.p5audio.com/ platinumloops – http://platinumloops.com/free_loops.shtml Primeloops – http://primeloops.com/free-loops/prime-updates/ Downlod my drums – http://downloadmydrums.com/ soundsnap – http://www.soundsnap.com/ Novaloops – http://www.novaloops.com/ Blazin Kits – http://www.blazinkits.com/soundkits.html soundstosample – http://www.soundstosample.com/freeSamples Yo, I know I’m always reviewing dope sounds and software, but I want to provide a resource for everyone form the professional producer to the bedroom hobbyist, or the person just getting started [...]
Top 10 places to download loops, drums, and samples for free! Legally.
The dope new features in Kontakt 4, and why I love it even more
I already told you why I love kontakt 3.5,  but I also told you I would follow up with a video showing some of the new features in Kontakt 4. So here we are! The reasons I love kontakt 4 even more than the previous version… kore like browsing interface is now standard in pretty much every native [...]
The dope new features in Kontakt 4, and why I love it even more
Organizing your samples and sound libraries for better workflow
I spent the two days re organizing my sample library. I’ve been wanting to do it for a while, but up until now had only managed to do maybe one or two collection. However, I just decided to get it done. My sample library file system Basically what I do is this. I have two main categories, Sample Packs and [...]
Organizing your samples and sound libraries for better workflow
Big Fish Friday: Jazz Sessions review
Is it Friday already!? Dang! Well it’s time for another edition of Big Fish Friday… This week, we’re gonna get a lil jazzy on ya! Talkin all that Jazz… This isn’t one of those “hip hop jazz hybrid” collections, this is straight up for people looking to compose jazz music. This is perfect for us! No matter if you’re not making [...]
Big Fish Friday: Jazz Sessions review
Use ableton live to chop samples like an mpc
I get a lot of folks askin me about how to use ableton live like an mpc. Specifically how to play your chops so they cut each other off. I also cover how to make your own custom presets for when chopping samples. If you want to chop and automatically add fx and such, you can do it. Ableton [...]
Use ableton live to chop samples like an mpc
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Harmony Central
Parker Guitars Announces General Availability of the Adrian Belew Signature Fly Guitar
Parker Guitars Announces General Availability of the Adrian Belew Signature Fly Guitar
Rivera Amplification Unveils SilentSister™ Isolation Cabinet
Rivera Amplification Unveils SilentSister™ Isolation Cabinet
JBL Bags Presents Revolutionary Sub Transporter Bag with Built-in Caster Board
JBL Bags Presents Revolutionary Sub Transporter Bag with Built-in Caster Board
Numark Announces NS7 Controller For Serato Itch Available Worldwide March 24, 2009
Numark Announces NS7 Controller For Serato Itch Available Worldwide March 24, 2009
2009 Guitar Workshop Plus Program Announced
2009 Guitar Workshop Plus Program Announced
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FP - DAW Software
Melodyne by celemony dna is out on the market!!!
It's here people. Now you can get sicker than ever with make music. "The great day has come!...
Melodyne by celemony dna is out on the market!!!
Ableton Live HELP limiting CPU Usage
Hello everyone. Running a LEGIT copy of Ableton 8 on Vista. Everything works great, don't have any...
Ableton Live HELP limiting CPU Usage
Recording One Track at a Time in REAPER
I'm rocking an evaluation copy of REAPER that came with the latest issue of Computer Music...
Recording One Track at a Time in REAPER
Logic Ultrabeat Questions
I've been trying to use the search button on Logic but can't find my answers. 1)I have some drum...
Logic Ultrabeat Questions
Having problem with rewire in FL 9
since I've upgraded to FL9, when I try to rewire Reason 4 I get the this pop up. "Engine not...
Having problem with rewire in FL 9
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Crate Kings
Lexicon Launches Omega Studio Bundle
Lexicon offers yet another easy path of entry for aspiring producers and musicians who wish to take part in desktop audio recording.  With the announcement the Omega Studio Bundle, Lexicon offers their 8-input Omega interface, Steinberg’s Cubase LE software, AKG’s D 88 S microphone, and more to create a one stop audio solution. The complete desktop [...] Related posts:
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Lexicon Launches Omega Studio Bundle
DJ Qbert @ Prolifik Records 10 Year Celebration
It’s been a while since we’ve gotten a good, solid DJ Qbert fix.  At an event celebrating 10 years of Prolifik Records, Qbert took to the stage and delivered nearly 7 minutes of turntable mastery, which included his own rendition of Chic’s “Good Times”. Related posts:QSkratchU.com (QSU) Site Walkthrough w/ DJ QbertDJ Qbert: Chakras, Brain Waves, [...] Related posts:
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  2. DJ Qbert: Chakras, Brain Waves, Digging @ Amoeba
  3. GQ’s Top 20 Favorite Records Stores
DJ Qbert @ Prolifik Records 10 Year Celebration
Inside Boi-1da’s Home Studio & Publishing Issues
Boi-1da shows off his minimal production setup while discussing his preference for working without samples, publishing issues surrounding Drake’s “Best I Ever Had”, and the influence of other notable producers on his work. I’ve just got my little laptop, keyboard, xbox… that’s all I need. Related posts:Inside RJD2’s Home StudioInside DJ Spinna’s Home StudioNicolay (Foreign Exchange) On [...] Related posts:
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  3. Nicolay (Foreign Exchange) On Studio Monitors, Publishing, and Sampling
Inside Boi-1da’s Home Studio & Publishing Issues
Boi-1da Talks Producer Management, Drake, Detox
Producer Boi-1da talks with Hip-Hop Canada about his work with Drake, producer management, current music setup (FL Studio 9 + laptop), and submitting tracks for Dr. Dre’s Detox. The manager generally gets 15% – they basically handle all the business, I handle all of the creative aspects. I currently have no manager but I’m in talks with a very [...] Related posts:
  1. Focus Talks About Detox and Solo Release Dedication
  2. Fusion Unlimited Talks Vinyl & Publishing
  3. Audio Two Producer Giz Talks Engineering & Favorite Equipment
Boi-1da Talks Producer Management, Drake, Detox
XXL Magazine’s 100 Best Hip-Hop Web Sites
It seems as though Crate Kings has a fan or two over at XXL Magazine since we’ve made its list of The 100 Best Hip-Hop Web Sites, appearing in the December/January print issue. Many thanks to folks over at XXL for the acknowledgement and, most importantly, all Crate Kings readers for your continued support.  Also, huge congratulations to [...] Related posts:
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  3. Scratch Magazine Is Dead!
XXL Magazine’s 100 Best Hip-Hop Web Sites
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Sample Simple
SampleSimple 3.0 Soon Coming
In preparation for Year 3, SampleSimple.COM will undergo a series of tweaks to further enhance + simplify the work-flow of the website. Stay tuned for more news on this update!
SampleSimple 3.0 Soon Coming
iSample Stuff into the iPhone
WayOutWARE is the maker of iSample - a cool simple audio app for the iPod Touch/iPhone that can sample in any audio via the MIC port and then trigger it with one of the 6 pads on the main screen.  Watch how simple it is to record and trigger your samples on your iPhone. [...]
iSample Stuff into the iPhone
FL Studio 8.5 BETA 5 Now Available
BETA 5 of FL Studio 8.5 is now available in your FL Studio Account Panel. You may have noticed that your current BETA 4 version is not opening.  This means that your regcode is expired and you’ll need to download the latest BETA version + the new regcode. To do so, log into your Account Panel [...]
FL Studio 8.5 BETA 5 Now Available
Introducing the SampleSimple YouTube Intro
I am happy to announce the release of the official (beta) launch SampleSimple YouTube Home Screen. This experimental project will provide an entertaining DVD-like Intro on the SampleSimple YouTube Channel. Check out it!
Introducing the SampleSimple YouTube Intro
iZotope iDrum Beatboxing Edition for iPhone
Though it seems a bit more complex than Intua’s Beatmaker app, the iZotope iDrum Beatboxer will surely give you more options for your Mobile Music Production Sampling experience. As shown in the video, samples can be recorded directly into individual pads. Take a look!
iZotope iDrum Beatboxing Edition for iPhone
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Traxmusic Reviews
9 Soundware Releases Drum Ultrabeat
Drum Key by 9 Soundware is a collection of presets for the Ultrabeat drum synthesizer within Apple Logic Pro. The drum kits in this sound set are based on two models. Both synthetically executed, one echoes the structurally simple electronic sounds of drum machines, and the other is inspired by the sound of acoustic drum [...]
9 Soundware Releases Drum Ultrabeat
n-Track Studio v6.0.6 released
n-Track, the first software for consumer market that supports the VST3 plug-in standard Upgrade to the new 6.0.6 version is free for existing v6 users. n-Track Software announces today the release of version 6.0.6 of the n-Track Studio music recording and editing software www.ntrack.com The update, free to existing v6.x users, adds support for the latest version of [...]
n-Track Studio v6.0.6 released
Crysonic releases spectralive NXT v3
CRYSONIC RELEASES THEIR FLAGSHIP PRODUCT SPECTRALIVE NXT V3 AUDIO PLUGIN for Mac OS X and PC Third Generation Intelligent Spectral Audio Vitalizer | Enhancer Adelaide SA (September, 18, 2009) – Crysonic today announced the release of SPECTRALIVE NXT V3 and availability in Native Mac OSX AU,VST (PPC /Intel Mac) and PC VST formats. Spectralive NXT V3 is [...]
Crysonic releases spectralive NXT v3
Voxengo Polysquasher 2.1 released
Voxengo Polysquasher version 2.1 update is now available for download.  Voxengo Polysquasher is a mastering compressor plug-in for professional audio and sound production applications, available in AudioUnit and VST plug-in formats, for Mac OS X and Windows computers. Version 2.1 update includes the following changes: * Ratio can now be entered without the trailing “:1″. * Loudness bursts [...]
Voxengo Polysquasher 2.1 released
Steinbergs Cubase Essential to v5
Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH is pleased to announce an update to its Cubase Essential Personal Music Production System to version 5. Offering a streamlined feature set that offers newcomers to Cubase a comprehensive set of composing, recording, editing, and mixing capabilities, the new version includes a range of functions from its extremely successful sibling, Cubase [...]
Steinbergs Cubase Essential to v5
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Hip Hop Makers
20 Cool Music iPhone Wallpapers
I’m always searching for cool things, and here are 20 iPhone wallpapers I think you might like. Find more at http://idesigniphone.com/ Whats your favortie?
20 Cool Music iPhone Wallpapers
JAISU BEAT TAPE VOL.6
Jaisu is at it again. I love all the beats.
JAISU BEAT TAPE VOL.6
Sample Of The Week #5
And this time i’m bringing the funk with another Rose Royce sample. This sample stems from the amazing Rainbow Connection album and is classic Rose Royce style. Bad Mother Funker Titled Bad Mother Funker, you know what your getting. With so many sample friendly parts; including a nice drum break, horn sections, funk guitars, vocal quotes and [...]
Sample Of The Week #5
Big Tune Finals: Alchemist VS. Just Blaze
Redbull BigTune Finals @ Opera in Atlanta, Producers Just Blaze & Alchemist face off with their greatest beats from their discography. Real Hip Hop.
Big Tune Finals: Alchemist VS. Just Blaze
In The Lab with Zaytoven
Zaytoven who has produced for Gucci Man, shows off his personal studio. His equipment set up consist of a MPC 5000, Roland Fantom Module, Motif Module, Korg Keyboard and more. Something interesting that he said is that he doesn’t sample because it cuts into his check. He enjoys having 100% of the payment of the beat going [...]
In The Lab with Zaytoven
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Sonic State
This Is What People Want A Touchscreen Mac For
Sexy Music Sequencer For The JazzMutant Lemur
This Is What People Want A Touchscreen Mac For
DIY Analog Drum Machines
The Minimal Andromeda MK-1 & MK-2
DIY Analog Drum Machines
New Mic And More From sE Electronics
sE Electronics release 4 new products leading up 2010 and their 10th Anniversary
New Mic And More From sE Electronics
Virtual Les Paul
RealLPC is a virtual guitar instrument based on the Gibson Les Paul Custom
Virtual Les Paul
Kick Drum VSTi
Wildfunk release WildKick with 128 kick drums for House, Dance, Minimal and Techno productions
Kick Drum VSTi
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Mac Audio Guy
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #49 How To Start Your Own LEGAL Internet Radio Station
In this episode of Monitor, I explain how you can sart your own legal Internet radio station. Using Loudcity.com legal licensing and Nicecast and Shoutcast broadcasting software.
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #49 How To Start Your Own LEGAL Internet Radio Station
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #48.Auto-Tune®, Good or Evil?
In this episode of Monitor, I discuss the good, bad and the ugly sides of using auto-tune. Auto-Tune® is a product from Antares that corrects pitch in music performances. I also discuss GarageBands built-in enhance tuning feature. And I take a quick look at the new Melodyne Studio plug-n, which can correct individual notes with-in a chord.
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #48.Auto-Tune®, Good or Evil?
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #47.Audio For Video Basics
In this episode of Monitor, I discuss recording audio for video or location sound. I talk about the different sound elements of dialog, narration,ambience,room tone and effects. I also talk about location recording equipment including the differences between shotgun, lavaliere, stereo condenser and hand held microphones and balanced vs. unbalanced systems. Finally I discuss wired, wireless and second-system sound and time code.
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #47.Audio For Video Basics
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #46.Interface Face-Off
In this episode of Monitor, I give an overview of audio interfaces and help you pick the right interface for your needs.
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #46.Interface Face-Off
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #45.Automation Man!
In this episode of Monitor, as part of series of audio basics, I explain Audio and MIDI Automation and why it will make you a rock star.
-Monitor-the MacAudioGuy Podcast #45.Automation Man!
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Mix Magazine
Brian Wilson Records George Gershwin at Ocean Way
Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson is recording the music of George Gershwin at Ocean Way Recording in Hollywood. Gershwin's estate authorized Wilson to complete unfinished songs Gershwin left incomplete when he died in 1937.
Brian Wilson Records George Gershwin at Ocean Way
Songs To Your Eyes Announces Music Placements
Music library company Songs To Your Eyes Ltd. in Woodland Hills, Calif., has placed its music in three new, high profile projects. Company founder Opher Yisraeli made the announcement.
Songs To Your Eyes Announces Music Placements
Waves Releases Vocal Rider, LoAir Plug-Ins
Waves Audio is now shipping Vocal Rider ($400 native; $800 TDM), the first of Waves’ new series of mixing tools. Waves' new LoAir plug-in ($100 native; $200 TDM) is the second in the new line of dedicated Waves post-production tools.
Waves Releases Vocal Rider, LoAir Plug-Ins
Rational Acoustics Purchases Smaart Product Line from EAW
Rational Acoustics LLC in Putnam, Conn., has completed its purchase of the Smaart brand product line from Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW). Concluding a deal that was initiated nine months ago, Rational Acoustics is now the sole owner of the Smaart brand and has title to all names, trademarks, code bases and assets for the complete suite of past, current and future versions of Smaart software.
Rational Acoustics Purchases Smaart Product Line from EAW
WSDG Designs Casablanca Multimedia Studios in the Hollywood Hills
Singer/songwriter/musician/photographer Matt Buguy contracted the Walters-Storyk Design Group (WSDG) to provide professional design and acoustic advice for Buguy's Casablanca Multimedia Studios in the Hollywood Hills. Buguy's studio is 18x12 feet and totals 216 square feet.
WSDG Designs Casablanca Multimedia Studios in the Hollywood Hills
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Sound On Sound
DV take Eleven Rack on tour
Attend a demo for a chance to win --
DV take Eleven Rack on tour
CW Pro move to Cream Production Studios
New studio complex and November events --
CW Pro move to Cream Production Studios
TC Electronic M30 reverb for free!
Download plug-in at no cost for the next 72 hours! --
TC Electronic M30 reverb for free!
Cartec recreate the Pultec EQP1A
Hand-built classic British EQ --
Cartec recreate the Pultec EQP1A
Ableton launch Able10: Ten years of Ableton
Special offers to celebrate first decade --
Ableton launch Able10: Ten years of Ableton
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