Music Production

Jason McGerr Sessions Now Available from Propellerhead Software
[Dec. 7, 2007] Propellerhead Software and Drummerheads today announced the Jason McGerr Sessions ReFill for Reason version 4. Jason McGerr, the drummer of Death Cab for Cutie, as well as a producer and owner of Two Stick studios, has been long time fan and user of Reason. Now he has created a versatile collection of acoustic drum loops and hyper-sampled drum kits designed for flexible and creative music production for Reason users.

Belkin TuneStudio
[Nov. 27, 2007] Belkin's TuneStudio for iPod 5th generation (video) is the first 4-channel audio mixer that lets you create high-quality digital recordings directly onto your iPod. This mixer allows the input of up to four different instruments or audio sources, and records the audio onto your iPod for instant playback.

WIREWORKS AESX SERIES INTRODUCED
[Oct. 11, 2007] Wireworks, the leading innovator of audio/video cabling systems and custom panels, introduces its newest line of digital cable assemblies, AESX Series, at AES 2007, booth #1200. Wireworks new AESX top of the line digital interconnect cable assemblies are manufactured with next generation, Neutrik XX Series XLR connectors offering improved signal integrity and mechanical enhancements.

ALLEN & HEATH MAKES ADDITIONS TO NEW ZED RANGE
[Oct. 5, 2007] Allen & Heath has added three new models to the new range of small format, USB-equipped mixers for live performance, recording, and production. Following the launch of the ZED-14, Allen & Heath has announced the ZED-420 (16 mono + 2 dual stereo channels), ZED-428 (24 mono + 2 stereo) and ZED-436 (32 channel + 2 stereo) mixers.

Propellerhead Reason Version 4 Available in Stores
[Sep. 29, 2007] Propellerhead Software today announced public availability for Reason version 4. Reason version 4 can be purchased from retailers worldwide and Propellerheads online store, the PropShop. The new version boasts Thor, a highly sophisticated, superior sounding synthesizer, the ReGroove mixer, a new way to adjust the rhythmic feel of tracks, RPG-8, a versatile arpeggiator, a completely rebuilt sequencer coupled with many other workflow enhancements that give musicians the control and power to make great sounding music faster and easier than ever.

ModernBeats Releases Sequel Loop Library Urban Guitar Loops 2
[Sep. 11, 2007] Modern Beats releases its sequel guitar loop library “Urban Guitar Loops 2”. The acoustic guitar library comes packed with over 420 modern guitar loops covering Hip Hop, Urban, and Pop musical styles for today’s musicians. All 420 plus guitar loops feature sample accurate acidized stereo WAV files, compatible with all major software and hardware samplers.

UA LAUNCHES V4.7 - A FULL-FEATURED NEVE® CONSOLE
[Jun. 20, 2007] Universal Audio, a manufacturer of high-quality vintage audio hardware and DSP software plug-ins for digital audio workstations, today announced the web release of v4.7 software for the UAD Family of DSP Card's & Powered Plug-Ins. Version 4.7 includes 14-day fully functional demos of the new Neve 88RS Channel Strip and LA3A Classic Compressor.

PROPELLERHEAD’S REASON IGNITES RECENT PROJECTS FROM SEVENDUST AND JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
[Dec. 12, 2006] Veteran audio designer, programmer, and drum/keyboard tech, William “Viggy” Vignola, has been toiling in the audio trenches going on 20 years. He got his start as a drum tech working with Whitney Houston, and his career blossomed from there

Propellerhead Software Introduces The Producer Conference
[Nov. 8, 2006] Propellerhead Software is pleased to announce The Producers Conference, Saturday, November 18th, 2006 at the Recombinant Labs in San Francisco. Propellerhead Software have developed the conference to further the company’s mission, to bring artists closer to their musical ambitions and to bring artists and producers together who wish to get the most out of their productions using Reason.

KORG ANNOUNCES NEXT-GENERATION KP3 KAOSS PAD
[Sep. 15, 2006] Korg announces the KP3 Dynamic Effect/Sampler, the latest addition to the KAOSS series. The KP3 provides even more creative power for DJs, musicians and producers while retaining the intuitive, expressive and user-friendly KAOSS interface. New effects, synth sounds, enhanced sampling, computer connectivity and SD data storage are complemented by detailed visual feedback from the new pad lighting system.

PROPELLERHEAD HOSTS REASON 3 WORKSHOP AT SEATTLE’S DECIBEL FESTIVAL
[Sep. 13, 2006] Propellerhead’s Reason 3 has proven to be one of the most innovative programs on the market for electronic music production in genres ranging from hip-hop and dance, to IDM (Intelligent Dance Music) and trance. So much so that this year’s Decibel Festival multimedia event in Seattle, WA (Sept. 14-17) will feature a workshop illuminating the power of Reason 3—in conjunction with Mackie’s C4 controller.

Certification For Propellerhead Reason Software
[Sep. 5, 2006] Propellerhead Software has joined forces with Berklee College of Music’s online extension school, Berkleemusic.com, to develop four accredited certificate programs based on Reason. The programs are Propellerhead Software certified and mark the beginning of formalized education surrounding the award winning software.

M-Audio Announce DJ division called SynchroScience™
[Jul. 14, 2006] M-Audio, a leading provider of creative tools for computer-centric musicians, is proud to announce the new SynchroScience™ product development group focused exclusively on electronic music performance needs. This announcement comes simultaneously with the release of the group’s first products: Conectiv™—the first 4 x 4 USB audio interface built specifically for DJs and the included Torq™ DJ software.

Ableton Announces Live 6
[Jul. 14, 2006] Ableton is proud to announce Live 6. Like no other Ableton release, Live 6 has opened itself to new creative communities—offering Quicktime video support, a professional multisample library, and customizable racks of instruments and effects. Live 6 also satisfies frequent user requests by delivering multicore support, enhanced project management tools, and improved MIDI control.