Munchen, Germany (MuseWire) – Best Service presents Forest Kingdom. Developed by Eduardo Tarilonte – the renowned producer of “Epic World” and many other highly regarded libraries – Forest Kingdom is a unique sample library inspired by Nature. It is the sound of forests and jungles, the sound of Mother Nature herself in one sample library! […]
Berlin, Germay (MuseWire) – Native Instruments has just introduced its new series of MASCHINE Expansions, affordable high-quality download libraries for its acclaimed groove production system. All expansions provide new drum kits and instruments as well as pre-programmed patterns created by expert sound designers and producers, and feature a distinctive take on a contemporary sound aesthetic […]
Sweden (MuseWire) – In collaboration with allenmorganaudio, Toontrack Music has teamed up with DJ/Producer/Remixer Charles Feelgood (Diddy, Lady Gaga, Ashlee Simpson, Billie Holiday) to share his incomparable brand of electro, house and disco with our users. Welcome to the EZmix Line: Electronic EZmix Pack. With the Electronic EZmix Pack for our widely popular EZmix plug-in, […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – Strong radio airplay, a steady climb up the charts and numerous awards have greeted songs from Sandra Piller’s (www.sandrapiller.com) current album, “Days Like These,” and now she is releasing her next single to country radio, “Fixin’ To Fall.” The tune is “an upbeat love song that makes you want to […]
Berlin, Germany (MuseWire) – Native Instruments has just announced KOMPLETE AUDIO 6, a high-performance six-channel audio interface for studio and live usage. As the successor to the acclaimed AUDIO KONTROL 1, it provides more connectivity, increased audio performance and a host of practical new features, complemented by a versatile software package for music production and […]
Sydney, Australia (MuseWire) – Event Electronics is extremely excited to announce the release of a new generation of the cult 20/20bas speaker that revolutionised the recording industry in the 1990s and secured a place in the hearts of audio engineers the world over. First released in 1995, the original 20/20 nearfield studio monitor was universally […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – One of the most revered prefixes in the history of synthesis returns. Welcome the arrival of the JUPITER-80 – a live-performance powerhouse that pays homage to its legendary namesake with road-proven hardware and massive sound, yet blasts into the future with advanced SuperNATURAL technology. The JUPITER-80’s expressive, organic approach to […]
PORTLAND, Ore. (MuseWire) – DiGiCo announces the adoption of Audinate’s Dante digital networking solution and the launch of two new Dante implemented products at this year’s Prolight+Sound. “The first, an eight channel I/O module for the SD-Rack, is something we believe the industry would expect from DiGiCo,” explains managing director James Gordon. “The module allows […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – Every day brings news affecting the rights of songwriters, music publishers, and holders of intellectual property. This has led the California Copyright Conference (CCC) to present an evening exploring “Music Rights from a Global Perspective” on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 in Sherman Oaks, California. “This is an event where everyone […]
Berlin, Germany (MuseWire) – Native Instruments today released MASCHINE 1.6, a major free update for its acclaimed groove production studio. With the addition of plug-in hosting for instruments and effects, the new version significantly expands the scope and functionality of the system. MASCHINE 1.6 also includes a free download of the new KOMPLETE ELEMENTS bundle, […]
Berlin, Germany (MuseWire) – Native Instruments today introduced RAZOR, an innovative and highly distinctive software synthesizer designed together with forward-thinking electronic artist Errorsmith. For use in REAKTOR 5 and in the free REAKTOR PLAYER, RAZOR uses powerful additive synthesis to create intense and profoundly modern sounds for contemporary electronic music production. Berlin-based producer and renowned […]
Munchen, Germany (MuseWire) – Best Service announces, “World Percussion.” Evolution Series, an Australian sample library developer, has recently created the next generation World Percussion virtual instrument offering unprecedented sound quality and endless creativity. World Percussion is all about creating beautifully engineered and completely unique virtual instruments for the most discerning film, TV, game composers and […]
PORTLAND, Ore. (MuseWire) – In a joint technical initiative with Audinate and Lab.gruppen aimed at providing the class-leading performance of the industry standard Lake DSP, the power of Lab.gruppen’s PLM platform and Audinate’s Dante(TM) networked audio distribution, Turbosound has announced the release of the Dante-enabled 20000DP amplifier to power its new Flashline Line Array system. […]
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (MuseWire) – The Bob Moog Foundation today announced that music software developer Spectrasonics has launched a unique, multi-faceted tribute to honor the legacy of synthesizer pioneer Dr. Robert Moog. Spectrasonics has released the “Bob Moog Tribute Library” created by renowned artists for Spectrasonics’ Omnisphere(R) virtual instrument software, and also kicked off a contest […]
Waltham, Mass. (MuseWire) – Kurzweil Music Systems recently introduced a major system overhaul that adds a number of exciting new features to the LE. Version 2.01 is the latest, following up with further improvements. With the recent system overhaul, the PC3LE now gives users access to the entire VAST synthesis engine, with nearly the same […]
PORTLAND, Ore. (MuseWire) – For over 100 years, Millikin University, a private comprehensive university located in Decatur, Ill., has had a unique approach to education. It stresses performance learning, requiring students to practice their learning both inside and outside the classroom. This is just what Ronnie Dean, professor and technical director for the Music Industries […]
Salvador, Bahia (MuseWire) – From the 5th to 8th of March, Bahia will not be only the capital of the axe music, but will be also the capital of Rock’n’Roll. ACCRBA, a leading Brazilian-based non-profit association established 1994, announces the launch of the 17th edition of the Palco do Rock Festival, sponsored by BahiaGas, the […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – Neotrope announced this week that The Bob Moog Foundation has been named its fourth chosen recipient for 2011 of its semi-annual Non-Profit PR Grants Program. With this commitment, Neotrope aligns itself with The Bob Moog Foundation’s mission to educate and inspire children and adults through the power and possibilities of […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – With the title track from her new album, “Days Like These,” gathering radio spins, country singer Sandra Piller is happily watching it climb several charts while touching the hearts of listeners at country and Christian country radio. “And now, there’s a video that shows many of the wonderful events and […]
PORTLAND, Ore. (MuseWire) – Audinate and Red Rocks Audio SL have entered into an agreement to incorporate Dante technology as the default digital networking solution for all Red Rocks Audio future products and designs. The first of these products is scheduled to launch by Q4 of 2011. Located in Santiago de Compostela, in the Northwest […]
OXFORD, U.K. (MuseWire) – Solid State Logic, the world’s leading manufacturer of professional digital and analogue consoles, is proud to announce the release of Duende Native. Duende Native plug-ins are functionally and sonically identical to the highly acclaimed, but now discontinued DSP powered Duende plug-ins, but they run natively using your host computer’s processing resources. […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – Exploring the monetary and creative marriage of corporate brands with music and the movies, the California Copyright Conference will present a panel called “Brand Slam!” on the evening of March 8 in Sherman Oaks (Los Angeles). Major artists routinely extend their brand into clothing, perfumes and other types of licensing […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. (MuseWire) – BETA Records and In Tune Monthly (www.intunemonthly.com) have announced a collaborative venture that will extend each firm’s reach into a variety of media. The new programming segment, “In Tune Music News,” will soon become a regular part of the BETA Records TV show aimed at young musicians and music fans. […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. (MuseWire) – The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), in partnership with Jazz at Lincoln Center, announced today the 10 ensembles selected to tour with 2011-2012 season of The Rhythm Road: American Music Abroad. Selected from 110 applicants for their artistic integrity, musical ability, and educational skills, the […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – Today, BETA Records, LLC announced that Phil Quartararo, known to music industry professionals as “Phil Q,” has accepted a role on BETA’s new Advisory Board with the goal of leveraging the company’s position as a leader in music media promotion and production. “Phil Q is a leader among his peers […]
AUSTIN, Texas (MuseWire) – Music Computing announces a strategic partnership with California-based PR and brand marketing company, Neotrope(R) to launch a program to help promote indie bands and musicians who purchase Music Computing’s products during 2011. The promotional program runs from Feb. 10 through Dec. 1, 2011. As part of this partnership, customers who purchase […]
GARDEN CITY, Kan. (MuseWire) – The Adam Craig Band performed for the third annual Heartland Heroes Hunt last Saturday in Garden City, Kansas. The hunt, sponsored by local businesses, is a weekend of special activities for soldiers injured in the line of duty, and their families. Heartland Heroes Hunt was born out of a high […]
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (MuseWire) – The Association of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP) and The California Copyright Conference (CCC) are joining forces to co-host a special event on February 22, 2011 at the Gibson Showroom in Beverly Hills, California. This groundbreaking event is being offered to introduce our respective members and the music community at large […]
PORTLAND, Ore. (MuseWire) – Audinate, a leading developer of media networking technology, is pleased to announce the availability of its new Dante Brooklyn II audio networking module, a high-performance yet cost-effective product implementation of Dante. The Dante Brooklyn II module is a low-height, small mini-PCI form factor module that provides a complete, ready to use […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. (MuseWire) – Vme is Contigo en la música as its hit music show, Nota Musical expands to a new 30-minute show airing weekly on Wednesday nights at 8:00pm (ET). With the expanded format, long time host, Ceceliz welcomes new co-host, Osvaldo Friger, (better known as O.Z.). Ceceliz and O.Z. (pronounced o-si) bring […]
ATLANTA, Ga. (MuseWire) – Camp Jam, the nation’s premier provider of rock music camps and educational rock ‘n’ roll music programs, is now accepting discounted early registrations for its Summer 2011 camp series. Students rehearse, record, and perform like rock stars during curriculum-based day camp and overnight camp programs. In addition to learning from a […]
Haifa, Israel (MuseWire) – Musicrow updates golden Ensembles to v2.39. The new update for Golden Ensembles includes a new Reaktor ensemble: Red Snapper. Golden ensembles 2 now contains an exclusive collection of 41 ensembles for NI Reaktor. Red Snapper is the effect for special missions. Combining digital and analog distortion with multi-notch filters and other […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – Eric Palmquist, board member of the California Copyright Conference, has released a list of topics to be covered at the CCC presentation, “Music En Espanol,” which will take place the evening of February 8 in Sherman Oaks (Los Angeles). Palmquist, who is also a Director at Disney Music Publishing, notes […]
Adelaide SA (MuseWire) – Crysonic today announced the imminent release of Version 4 of their flagship product Spectralive NXT and it will available by mid February for Mac OSX and PC in all native formats. Amongst many new features Spectralive NXT V4 HD will now be a native 64-Bit plug-in for both PC and Mac […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – The Adam Craig Band this week announced the video release of their hit song “Nothin’ Wrong.” The talented four young men who make up the band have evolved since their first time in the spotlight but their trademark harmonies and passion for music are still as strong as ever. “Nothin’ […]
PORTLAND, Ore. (MuseWire) – Audinate and Focusrite have teamed up to create a new suite of products targeted for the professional studio environment. Focusrite launched RedNet at the NAMM 2011 show in Anaheim, CA. The Focusrite RedNet range initially comprises five products, all of which incorporate Audinate’s patented Dante networking technology. Four products include high-quality, […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (MuseWire) – Sandra Piller’s third album, “Days Like These” (Shady Hill Records), was released today, and Sandra met with press, industry and fans in a special performance at The Mint in Hollywood. Making the week even more eventful, Sandra was just named Female Country Music Artist of the Year by New Music […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire — ARTURIA announces the upcoming release of its third and most sophisticated keyboard in the Analog Experience Series: Analog Experience THE LABORATORY. The new Analog Experience THE LABORATORY is a professional-grade MIDI keyboard combined with the powerful Analog Laboratory software. The 49-key keyboard controller is made for performance and maximum […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – SPARK is a complete drum solution made of a software application and a dedicated hardware controller. Combining the power of analog synthesis, physical modelling and samples, through the intuitive workflow of a hardware drum machine, Spark is a highly creative beat production center. Spark will save you time when […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire — Dave Smith Instruments today introduced Tempest, a new analog drum machine, at the 2011 NAMM Show. Tempest is a collaboration between Smith and longtime friend and fellow instrument designer Roger Linn. Though they’ve consulted with each other on past projects, Tempest marks the first time a product will carry […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – The Next-Generation Workstation for Live, Production, and Sound Design: The KRONOS Music Workstation is the single instrument designed for live performing musicians; for artists creating in a studio or computer-based production environment; and for musicians and sound designers seeking the ultimate synthesizer. In creating KRONOS, we have listened to […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – TASCAM’s CD-200iB adds balanced outputs to the best-selling Compact Disc player with integrated dock for Apple’s iPod® music players. The CD-200iB contains one of TASCAM’s best CD-player transports, capable of ±14% pitch control, CD text display, shock-proof buffer and MP3 and WAV file playback. The iPod dock includes power […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – TASCAM has updated their best-selling line of single-rackspace CD players with the CD-500 and CD-500B. The new slot-loading players include new features such as flash start with a front-panel 10-key pad, WAV file playback, front-panel lockout, a footswitch input and more. The unbalanced CD-500 includes RS-232C control, S/PDIF optical […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – TASCAM, an industry leader in digital interfaces, has launched two stylish, lightweight, units perfectly suited for mobile musicians and home recording enthusiasts: the US-200 and US-600 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interfaces. Each has a MIDI input and output, and each uses USB 2.0 for high-speed, low-latency conversion. Both interfaces have […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – TASCAM, the company that invented home recording, is back with the new DP-03 8-track Digital Portastudio. The DP-03 records two tracks at a time at CD quality to affordable SD/SDHC cards, using XLR microphone preamps or a pair of built-in condenser microphones. Mixing features like reverb and EQ are […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – TASCAM and Antares Audio Technologies have collaborated to create the TA-1VP Vocal Processor, a single-rackspace processor for live performance, house of worship or studio use. The TA-1VP uses the new Evo version of Antares’ world-famous Auto-Tune processing for real-time pitch correction and doubling of the input vocal. Antares’ TEC […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – SynthStation49 is the most advanced, intuitive music controller designed specifically for use with the iPad and the first true iPad performance tool for musicians. Working seamlessly with Akai Professional’s heralded SynthStation software, SynthStation49 provides unparalleled music creation capabilities, including direct in-app MIDI recording from its velocity-sensitive keyboard, nine MPC-style […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – Akai Professional, the name synonymous with music production, announce their new hybrid reference monitors and USB audio interface system, RPM3. Akai Pro will unveil RPM3 at booth #6400 of the 2011 NAMM Show from January 13-16, Anaheim, CA. RPM3 monitors provide full-range frequency response to ensure audio reference that […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – Akai Professional, the name synonymous with music production, announces the new EIE I/O premium audio interface and USB hub. Akai Pro will unveil the new EIE I/O at booth #6400 of the 2011 NAMM Show from January 13-16, Anaheim, CA. The EIE I/O is a tabletop USB audio interface […]
NAMM 2011 Anaheim, Calif. (MuseWire) – The Analog Custom Shop line of guitar products from Akai Professional Bring ‘Boutique’ Sound to All with a Collection of Ten Premium Guitar Pedals. Akai Professional, the name synonymous with music production, announce their new Analog Custom Shop line of guitar pedals. Akai Pro will unveil the collection of […]