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 Native Instruments releases DEEP TRANSFORMATIONS
Posted by saul on Wednesday, June 11 @ 20:52:45 BST (133 reads)
Berlin, June 11th, 2008 – Native Instruments today released DEEP TRANSFORMATIONS, an innovative KORE SOUNDPACK that turns KORE 2 and the free KORE PLAYER into a creative sound processor for live performance and studio productions. Utilizing the powerful sound engines integrated in KORE, the new sound pack provides 150 sophisticated multi-effect
combinations that can colour, transform and mangle any audio material in inspiring and unexpected ways. The advanced control features of KORE make DEEP TRANFORMATIONS an especially intuitive sound shaping tool for musicians, producers and DJs.
With the integrated engines of ABSYNTH, FM8, GUITAR RIG and REAKTOR as well as its own high-quality internal effects, KORE 2 and KORE PLAYER provide outstanding sound processing capabilities that are now fully explored with DEEP TRANSFORMATIONS for the first time. The advanced audio and MIDI routing in KORE has been used to construct a wide range of unique and unusual effects such as FM Sound Generator, Talking Ring Modulator, Artefact Creator, Enveloped Distortion, Formant Delays, Vinyl Effects and more.
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Native Instruments releases FM8 TRANSIENT ATTACKS
Posted by saul on Wednesday, June 11 @ 20:50:46 BST (121 reads)
Berlin, June 11th, 2008 – Native Instruments today released FM8 TRANSIENT ATTACKS, a new collection of highly expressive synthesizer sounds for use in FM8 as well as in KORE 2 and the free KORE PLAYER. Carefully created by FM sound design specialists, the 200 distinctive new presets in this KORE SOUNDPACK are specifically tailored for the sound aesthetics of modern electronic music production. FM8 TRANSIENT ATTACKS takes full advantage of the innovative features of KORE, and of the outstanding synthesis engine of Native Instruments' acclaimed FM8 software synthesizer.
FM8 TRANSIENT ATTACKS translates the unique sonic potential of advanced FM synthesis into a versatile sound collection full of character and edge. The arsenal ranges from lead, bass and pad sounds to percussion, mallets, soundscapes and beyond. With their highly dynamic, digital, gritty, metallic and sometimes experimental nature, the sounds in FM8
TRANSIENT ATTACKS make an intense acoustic impact while always keeping a strong focus on playability. All sounds are equipped with full metadata for efficient access via the KORE Sound Browser.
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Yamaha Electronic Keyboard Division New Instruments for 2008
Posted by saul on Tuesday, June 03 @ 21:22:21 BST (238 reads)
Yamahas home keyboard division
previewed a wide range of new digital pianos and keyboards at the
Frankfurt Music Show back in March. These instruments will be
introduced into the UK market in June and cover prices from under £200
to over £3000.
New DGX Series
The DGX series of Portable Grand pianos has proved very
popular over the past few years - and three new models will be making
their debut in a dealer near you very shortly. The new DGX range
features improved piano samples, uprated speaker and amplification
systems and a new selection of styles - including some taken from the
successful CVP400 series. The DGX230 offers a 76-note piano-style
keyboard with a new Graded Soft Touch action, whilst the DGX530 and 630
offer a full 88-note keyboard. In addition, the DGX630 features a fully
weighted action for improved piano feel and response. A new 3-pedal
unit is available as an optional extra for the DGX630 which brings full
piano pedal functionality to the Portable Grand range for the first
time.
Arius Digital Piano
The new Arius YDP140 offers a very affordable way into
playing the piano, with a fully weighted 88-note keyboard, a selection
of ten voices including a 3-level Dynamic
Stereo Sampled piano, and 3 pedals. The traditional
cabinet is available in a choice of two attractive new wood finishes,
Dark Alder or Light Cherry. The YDP140 represents exceptional value at
under £650.
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Native Instruments launches ''Komplete Your DAW''
Posted by saul on Tuesday, June 03 @ 21:14:24 BST (153 reads)
Berlin, June 2nd, 2008 - Native Instruments today launched "Komplete Your DAW", a time-limited special offer that allows owners of selected professional music sequencers to purchase the KOMPLETE 5 bundle with a discount of 30% from June 2nd to July 31st, 2008.
"Komplete Your DAW" gives producers an especially affordable opportunity to add Native Instruments' comprehensive range of professional software instruments and effects to their studio, greatly expanding its sonic capabilities for all styles of music. KOMPLETE 5 combines 11 acclaimed pieces of music software, including powerful creative tools like REAKTOR,
KONTAKT, ABSYNTH, GUITAR RIG, BATTERY and others.
Products that qualify for the "Komplete Your DAW" special offer include Ableton Live, Apple Logic Pro, Cakewalk Sonar Producer, Digidesign Pro Tools LE/HD, Magix Samplitude Pro, MOTU Digital Performer as well as Steinberg Cubase and Nuendo.
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GUITAR RIG SESSION and GUITAR RIG 3 XE now available in stores!
Posted by saul on Tuesday, June 03 @ 21:11:52 BST (149 reads)
Native Instruments is excited to announce that GUITAR RIG SESSION and GUITAR RIG 3 XE are now available in stores worldwide.
GUITAR RIG SESSION is a new recording solution for guitarists, bass players and songwriters that provides studio-quality results at an entry-level price. Offering the acclaimed sonic power and ease-of-use of the award-winning GUITAR RIG platform, and equipped with a specially designed audio interface and additional recording software, GUITAR RIG SESSION is a versatile toolkit to create guitar-driven music of any style.
At the heart of GUITAR RIG SESSION is the new GUITAR RIG 3 XE software,
which offers a selection of five true-to-life tube amplifier models and
12 cabinet types, as well as 21 stomp boxes and effect units. All
components can be freely combined in the virtual GUITAR RIG rack,
allowing musicians to easily create sounds ranging from authentic
signature tones to totally unique sonic flavors. A library with over
150 instantly playable tones from different musical eras and genres is
included, together with several helpful tools including dual
tape-decks, metronome, tuner, and a dedicated Live View.
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Native Instruments releases KONTAKT RETRO MACHINES
Posted by saul on Friday, May 16 @ 09:19:08 BST (218 reads)
Berlin, May 15th, 2008 - Native Instruments today released KONTAKT RETRO MACHINES, the latest addition to its KORE SOUNDPACK range of high-quality sound libraries for KORE 2 and the free KORE PLAYER. Based on material from the acclaimed KONTAKT 3 factory library, KONTAKT RETRO MACHINES offers an essential collection of charismatic vintage instruments that were formative for many electronic music genres of the past decades. This includes various classic synthesizers as well as several sought-after drum machines, with their creative potential maximized through the powerful capabilities of the KORE platform.
The sounds in KONTAKT RETRO MACHINES originate from eleven outstanding analog synths, five vintage digital synthesizers and six classic drum machines, all captured in absolute studio-quality and with a dedicated sample set for each of the over 130 included KoreSounds. The sonic arsenal provided is entirely faithful to a range of seminal sound aesthetics that are still popular today, ranging from pioneering electronic music of the '70s to the rough electro and hip-hop of the early '80s.
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Native Instruments announces GUITAR RIG 3 XE
Posted by saul on Wednesday, May 07 @ 19:22:46 BST (258 reads)
Berlin, May 7th, 2008 - Native Instruments today announced GUITAR RIG 3 XE, a new version of its award-winning GUITAR RIG software that marks the ideal entry into computer-based guitar recording. Offering an essential arsenal of emulated gear at an especially affordable price, GUITAR RIG 3 XE is specifically designed for modern guitarists who want to perform and record with uncompromising audio quality regardless of their budget.
Based on Native Instruments' acclaimed Dynamic Tube Response Technology, GUITAR RIG 3 XE provides the same outstanding tonal authenticity and enormous "tweakability" as GUITAR RIG 3. A versatile selection of five true-to-life tube amplifier models, 12 classic cabinet types and 21 different effect units offers a wide range of sonic possibilities, all
accessible through GUITAR RIG's typical "virtual rack". This allows users to freely mix and match the individual components, and create a nearly unlimited range of tones and effect treatments for guitar, bass, vocals or any other kind of real-time or recorded audio material.
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Native Instruments announces GUITAR RIG SESSION
Posted by saul on Wednesday, May 07 @ 19:21:04 BST (228 reads)
Berlin, May 7th, 2008 - Native Instruments today announced GUITAR RIG SESSION, a new recording solution for guitarists, bass players and songwriters that provides studio-quality results at an entry-level price. Offering the acclaimed sonic power and ease-of-use of the award-winning GUITAR RIG platform, and equipped with a specially designed audio interface and additional recording software, GUITAR RIG SESSION is a versatile toolkit to create guitar-driven music of any style.
At the heart of GUITAR RIG SESSION is the new GUITAR RIG 3 XE software, which offers a selection of five true-to-life tube amplifier models and 12 cabinet types, as well as 21 stomp boxes and effect units. All components can be freely combined in the virtual GUITAR RIG rack, allowing musicians to easily create sounds ranging from authentic signature tones to totally unique sonic flavors. A library with over 150 instantly playable tones from different musical eras and genres is included, together with several helpful tools including dual tape-decks, metronome, tuner, and a dedicated Live View.
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Jobs Lost As Sound Control Forced Into Administration
Posted by saul on Thursday, May 01 @ 15:27:25 BST (316 reads)
Over 150 staff at
Sound Control Holdings were told that they had lost their jobs
yesterday after the musical instrument retailer was forced into
administration.
The company, which operates twenty-six stores in the UK, has an
annual turnover of £50million and employees a total of 338 staff.
Administrators Deloitte said that the retailer had fallen victim to competition on the internet and that attempts to sell the company had failed.
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Native Instruments announces KORE 2 workshop tour
Posted by saul on Friday, April 25 @ 18:36:05 BST (246 reads)
Berlin, April 25, 2008 - Native Instruments today announced an upcoming KORE 2 workshop tour for US and Canada. Starting on May 29th, the tour will give musicians and producers comprehensive insights into various applications of the innovative "Super Instrument". On 11 dates in different cities, NI product specialists will demonstrate the unique musical workflow of KORE 2, and how to efficiently integrate its versatile functionality in different studio and stage setups.
Workshop topics include: Introduction to KORE 2, efficient usage of the KoreSound database, sound design and preset morphing, host automation and plugin management, as well as live use as a performance instrument. The workshop will be interactive, and specific interests from the audience will be incorporated.
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