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Audacity 2.0 Released
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The Audacity Team has announced the release of Audacity 2.0 for Windows, Mac, GNU/Linux, and other operating systems. Audacity 2.0 has dozens of new features, developed in the 1.3 series. It is deriv [Read More]
Audacity 2.0 Released
Steinberg Cubase 6.5.1 Pre-release and Cubase 6.0.6 updates now available
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Steinberg has released a free 6.0.6 maintenance update for Cubase 6, Cubase Artist 6, Cubase Elements 6, Cubase AI 6 and Cubase LE 6 as well as an unsupported 6.5.1 pre-release update for its music re [Read More]
Steinberg Cubase 6.5.1 Pre-release and Cubase 6.0.6 updates now available
Avid updates Pro Tools HD for Mac to v10.1.1
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Avid has updated Pro Tools HD for Mac OS X to version 10.1.1. Issues Resolved in Pro Tools 10.1.1: Issues where audio output was lost under certain conditions have been resolved. On Pro Tools HD sys [Read More]
Avid updates Pro Tools HD for Mac to v10.1.1
MAGIX releases Sequoia 12 ? DAW for professional broadcasting, mastering and audio post-production
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MAGIX has released Sequoia 12 ? a brand new version of the DAW for professional broadcasting, mastering and audio post-production. The new high-definition digital audio workstation Sequoia 12 is [Read More]
MAGIX releases Sequoia 12 ? DAW for professional broadcasting, mastering and audio post-production
Algoriddim updates djay for Mac to v4.0.4
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Algoriddim has updated djay for Mac to version 4.0.4. Changes: Improved overall performance. Added library font size slider in preferences. Added context menu button to recordings and samples list f [Read More]
Algoriddim updates djay for Mac to v4.0.4
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Rekkerd
Native Instruments announces Traktor Kontrol F1 and Traktor Pro 2.5
Native Instruments has announced TRAKTOR KONTROL F1, a pad-based, USB-powered hardware controller built to control the advanced Remix Decks™ in the included TRAKTOR PRO 2.5 software. TRAKTOR KONTROL F1 provides 16 multi-colored, touch-sensitive LED pads, an advanced global control section as well as an ergonomic mixer section including four volume faders and dedicated filter knobs. [...]
Native Instruments announces Traktor Kontrol F1 and Traktor Pro 2.5
Loopmasters releases Monster Sounds Sampler
Loopmasters has released the Monster Sounds Sampler, a collection of samples and loops from previously released Monster Sounds sample packs. The Monster Sounds Sampler is a seriously useable and exciting collection of some of the coolest loops and sounds from our of range products, they have been handpicked to give you a taste of what [...]
Loopmasters releases Monster Sounds Sampler
Samplephonics releases Warped Phonics sample pack
Samplephonics has released Warped Phonics, a collaboration between Samplephonics resident Ivan Shopov and sound designer/producer Airbag Killex, bringing together a fusion of warped, twisted, glitched out loops and samples. They have worked hard together to produce a stunning collection experimental loops, samples and sampler instruments that explore new musical ideas and blur the line between [...]
Samplephonics releases Warped Phonics sample pack
Stretch That Note releases DruMM Series 3 for Kontakt
Stretch That Note has announced the release of DruMM Series 3, a collection of drum sound libraries for Native Instruments Kontakt. Series 3 includes 6 new modules with samples being processed with M/S, phase cancellation and some ethnic comb filtering. The DruMM Layering concept is explored even further with Series 3 offering more manic frequency [...]
Stretch That Note releases DruMM Series 3 for Kontakt
Bluezone Corporation releases Xtreme Dubstep
Bluezone has announced Xtreme Dubstep, the ultimate tool for addicted producers looking for fresh and twisted basslines, meticulously crafted wobble sounds, razor-sharp drum loops, SFX samples and drum one-shots. With over 290 24-Bit high definition WAV files ( 830 MB Data ), all meticulously processed, Xtreme Dubstep will provide you with multiple possibilities to start [...]
Bluezone Corporation releases Xtreme Dubstep
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Sounds And Gear
Best Service Nitron synth library for Kontakt
Yo what’s good fam? Got another Kontakt library I’m checking out today. This one is from Best Service and it’s called Nitron It’s a sample based synth library for Kontakt 5 Let’s get in and see what’s good! So what is Nitron? It is a sample based library of over 1000 patches made up of [...]
Best Service Nitron synth library for Kontakt
Big Fish Beast of the Keys library review
What’s good fam! You know what time it is. It’s Friday…so you know that means it’s time for some Big Fish! Today I’m checking out a loop/construction library called “Beast of the Keys” It isn’t really a construction kit, since it only has keys and synths, but they are broken up into separate “songs” with [...]
Big Fish Beast of the Keys library review
Soul Soup samples vol 2 review
Yo what’s good fam! Back with some more soul samples for you to dig into. I’m checking out volume 2 of “Soul Soup” from patchbanks.com I love all their soul samples man, really has the sound of sounds and snippets from records and songs. All royalty free of course! (I love a lot of their [...]
Soul Soup samples vol 2 review
Soundiron Apocalypse Percussion Ensemble review
Yo, so, let’s get into another one here, this time some new percussion Now, you know I dig epic and cinematic sounds, percussions included. So I’m checking out the new Apocalypse Ensemble by Soundiron….they make some dope stuff. Let’s check it What is Apocalypse Percussion Ensemble? It’s a huge, deeply sampled, highly flexible epic percussion [...]
Soundiron Apocalypse Percussion Ensemble review
Big Fish Ambient Skyline 2 review
Yo what’s good fam! It’s friday and it’s time for some Big Fish! I know it’s been a minute, but NAMM got me all out of order, but I’m back on track and I got some goodies for ya! This one is some chillout ambient lovin, from Ambient Skyline 2 Let’s check it! So what [...]
Big Fish Ambient Skyline 2 review
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FP - DAW Software
Having Problems Assigning Modulation/Pitch Wheel in Kontakt 5 while running FL.
Whats good everyone, I'm trying to assign my modulation wheel or my pitch wheel to my LFO Fader...
Having Problems Assigning Modulation/Pitch Wheel in Kontakt 5 while running FL.
Midi Recording in FL Studio
I'm having some problems when recording Midi in Fl Studio 9. I decided to switch to this from...
Midi Recording in FL Studio
Next Roland Groovebox?
I'm a new member as of today and this is my first post so I figured I solicit thoughts on the...
Next Roland Groovebox?
need help recording into edison
ok so say i have a nice loop going and i want to add some scratches to it to give it something...
need help recording into edison
Exporting MIDI from Logic to Reason
I did a lot of MIDI for piano in logic on a software track. Now I want to switch the timbre out...
Exporting MIDI from Logic to Reason
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Crate Kings
Dibia$e Talks L.A. Music, Production
Producer Dibia$e hits the road the road and heads to Montreal. While there he talks about the L.A. music scene, production, dance, MC’ing, and more. Random Thought:The Akai MPC Fly seems way too gimmicky to be taken seriously.  Nice case though.Related posts:DiBia$e Wins Red Bull Big Tune Los Angeles Pete Rock Talks [...]Related posts:
  1. DiBia$e Wins Red Bull Big Tune Los Angeles
  2. Pete Rock Talks About Sample Clearance And Favorite Equipment
  3. 88 Keys Talks Mobile Production & Touring
Dibia$e Talks L.A. Music, Production
DJ Muro On King of Diggin, Vinyl, 45RPM Cover Museum
The Tokyo City Serious features DJ Muro discussing the first time that he heard hip-hop, meeting DJ Krush, and elevating his vinyl knowledge and collection. Muro also touches on the spread of his classic mixtape King of Diggin’ and his book of Japanese 7 inch cover artwork entitled 45RPM Cover Museum. [...]Related posts:
  1. DJ Muro’s Live 45 Performance
  2. Cover Story Vol. 2: Odd, Obscure, Outrageous Album Art
  3. Madlib x Lootpack – Crate Diggin’ (Video)
DJ Muro On King of Diggin, Vinyl, 45RPM Cover Museum
Ryan Leslie “5 Minute Freshen Up” In-Studio Video
Ryan Leslie returns with another in-studio production video. This time the producer recreates “5 Minute Freshen Up” and bring a fan and her friends along for the process.Related posts:Ryan Leslie Remakes “Just Right” In Studio Ryan Leslie Makes “Gibberish” In Studio Ryan Leslie In The Studio Making “Addiction”Related posts:
  1. Ryan Leslie Remakes “Just Right” In Studio
  2. Ryan Leslie Makes “Gibberish” In Studio
  3. Ryan Leslie In The Studio Making “Addiction”
Ryan Leslie “5 Minute Freshen Up” In-Studio Video
DJ Jazzy Jeff Live Tour Footage
DJ Jazzy Jeff reveals tour footage of him rocking throngs of tightly packed partygoers through a score of countries.Related posts:DJ Jazzy Jeff Rips Apart Run DMC’s “Peter Piper” Live DJ Jazzy Jeff Home Studio Tour & Analog vs. Digital Discussion DJ Jazzy Jeff Live in Charlotte, NCRelated posts:
  1. DJ Jazzy Jeff Rips Apart Run DMC’s “Peter Piper” Live
  2. DJ Jazzy Jeff Home Studio Tour & Analog vs. Digital Discussion
  3. DJ Jazzy Jeff Live in Charlotte, NC
DJ Jazzy Jeff Live Tour Footage
RIP Jimmy Castor (Jun. 23 1947 – Jan. 16 2012)
Crate Kings takes a moment to mourn the loss of Jimmy Castor, a legend who greatly influenced the course of hip-hop music. We appreciate you and you’ll be greatly missed.Jimmy Castor “It’s Just Begun”Jimmy Castor “Troglodyte”Related posts:Rockwilder On Janet Jackson, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis Bad Boy Producer & Engineer Jimmy Lee Ibiza [...]Related posts:
  1. Rockwilder On Janet Jackson, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis
  2. Bad Boy Producer & Engineer Jimmy Lee Ibiza Interview
  3. Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis In Studio Footage: Throwback
RIP Jimmy Castor (Jun. 23 1947 – Jan. 16 2012)
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Sample Simple
The Black Knights (Wutang) – “Fallen Angels”
Fallen Angels by Black Knights Check out the latest tune from the Black Knights (presented by RZA and Wu Music Group). This is a track from their latest album “All Skillz, No Luck” with date TBA. Be sure to follow them over here.
The Black Knights (Wutang) – “Fallen Angels”
FL Studio 10 Tutorial: Working with Playlist Clips
FL Studio 10 now utilizes Clips as opposed to the previous Blocks within the Playlist. This may be a big transition for most FL’ers out there. Have a look at the behavior and work-flow of Playlist Clips. If you currently do not own a legal copy of FL Studio then check out this automatic FL [...]
FL Studio 10 Tutorial: Working with Playlist Clips
50% OFF BeatMaker2 for iPhone ($9.99)
I received an email from Colin at Intua who broke news to me that BeatMaker 2 is now 50% OFF until this Friday (May 6th, 2011). Be sure to grab your copy for only $9.99. This is a LIMITED TIME OFFER! Requirements:Compatible with iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPod touch (3rd generation), iPod touch (4th generation), [...]
50% OFF BeatMaker2 for iPhone ($9.99)
Still Born Plays 6 Beats Out of Beatmaker 2
Here is Still Born playing six beats made in Intua Beatmaker 2. Enjoy!
Still Born Plays 6 Beats Out of Beatmaker 2
Still Born goes over a couple beats made in Beatmaker 2
This is the first video made by Still Born on Beatmaker 2 and how to get around in the app. It is recommended viewing for anyone planning to get the app or who already have it. There are more videos on the way so stay tuned!
Still Born goes over a couple beats made in Beatmaker 2
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Traxmusic Reviews
SamplerBanks Releases ‘Minimal Pop’
Minimal Pop is a massive collection of brilliant minimal loops recorded from vintage and analog stuff, then edited in an old-fashion way: chords, grainy synths, fat basslines, electro breaks, glitched sounds and high-quality drum loops prepared to use in your upcoming track! All loops and samples are in Minimal House style with a pinch of [...]
SamplerBanks Releases ‘Minimal Pop’
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
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Hip Hop Makers
RICO LOVE (Songwriter, Producer) Creative Process
Rico Love, who has produced hit records for Usher, Nelly, and Beyoncé. Shares his creative process. The video is old, but still helpful.
RICO LOVE (Songwriter, Producer) Creative Process
Chuck Inglish Making a Beat for Rick Ross
Producer Chuck Inglish of The Cool Kids at Truth Studios explaining how he made the beat for Party Heart by Rick Ross Ft. Stalley, 2 Chainz & Buddy.
Chuck Inglish Making a Beat for Rick Ross
Wanted: Music Producers for Feedback
I am working on some new music producer products, and I’m looking for 5 to 10 people that I can occasionally send emails too to ask for feedback. In return, when the planned digital products come out, you will get them for FREE! Requirements to Participate You are a music producer ( you make beats [...]
Wanted: Music Producers for Feedback
Da Internz Talk on Making Rihanna’s & Chris Brown’s “Birthday Cake”
Hitmaking duo Da Internz share the recipe behind the year’s most-talked-about collaboration “Birthday Cake” with Rihanna and Chris Brown, and address the controversy surrounding it.
Da Internz Talk on Making Rihanna’s & Chris Brown’s “Birthday Cake”
Chebit Making a Beat
I liked the energy of this beat making video I found online.
Chebit Making a Beat
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Sonic State
Retro Action Movie Sounds
Ueberschall releases Retro Action Score sound library
Retro Action Movie Sounds
Patchbay Allows Comparisons Of Stereo Processors
SPL announce MasterBay S - The S-Class Patchbay
Patchbay Allows Comparisons Of Stereo Processors
Recording Software And Plug-Ins Explained
Hal Leonard publishes Book 3 in The Hal Leonard Recording Method by Bill Gibson
Recording Software And Plug-Ins Explained
George Duke Soul Treasures Updated
NI Kontakt instrument gets enhanced time-stretching and a time-limited half-price discount
George Duke Soul Treasures Updated
See Jordan Rudess Play Korg
Korg USA presents Jordan Rudess at Guitar Center workshop events
See Jordan Rudess Play Korg
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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
Advice for Breaking Into a Career in Composing Music for Videogames
Veteran composers Jason Graves, Boris Salchow, and Inon Zur offer tips and advice for breaking into a career in composing music for videogames.
Advice for Breaking Into a Career in Composing Music for Videogames
PopMark Media’s Confessions of a Small Working Studio:
 Music and Videogames—A Composer’s Paradise?
The March 2012 PopMark Media’s Confessions of a Small Working Studio features interviews with three top videogame composers—Jason Graves, Inon Zur, and Boris Salchow—about composing music for videogames, and how it differs from scoring for films and television.
PopMark Media’s Confessions of a Small Working Studio:
 Music and Videogames—A Composer’s Paradise?
More Thoughts from Tony Maserati
Bonus Material for Tony Maserati Interview in Mix magazine March 2012 issue
More Thoughts from Tony Maserati
More Thoughts from Joe Chiccarelli
Online Bonus Material for Joe Chiccarelli Mix Interview in Mix magazine March 2012 issue
More Thoughts from Joe Chiccarelli
Lynx Studio Technology Releases Hilo Reference AD/DA Converter System
Lynx Studio Technology in Costa Mesa, Calif., announces that it has released its Hilo Reference AD/DA Converter System ($2,495 MSRP) and will begin shipments on March 12. Hilo offers two channels of A/D conversion, six channels of D/A conversion, and a high-quality headphone amplifier, all of which are controlled and monitored via an LCD touchscreen.
Lynx Studio Technology Releases Hilo Reference AD/DA Converter System
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Sound On Sound
Sound On Sound iPad App launched
Your favourite magazine goes digital!-- Sound On Sound, the world's most respected audio technology publication, has released a feature-rich, bespoke iPad App version of the internationally acclaimed magazine.
Sound On Sound iPad App launched
Moog Music Celebrates SOS Award Win With Special Offer
$500 discount on Minimoog Voyager XL-- Each year, the editorial team at Sound On Sound get together to nominate between ten and twelve products in various product categories in the SOS Awards, before asking the readers of SOS to vote for their favourite product in each category.
Moog Music Celebrates SOS Award Win With Special Offer
NAMM 2012: Roland R Mix (Video)
Mix-Manipulation Software for Mac/PC and iPad
NAMM 2012: Roland R Mix (Video)
NAMM 2012: Sonoma Wireworks Guitarjack (Video)
iOS interface with instrument and stereo mic/line inputs and output
NAMM 2012: Sonoma Wireworks Guitarjack (Video)
NAMM 2012: Moog Minitaur (Video)
Compact Analog Bass Synthesizer--  
NAMM 2012: Moog Minitaur (Video)
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