Apogee Release Symphony I/O Update 4.1

06/01/2012
Apogee Symphony I/O
Press Release: Apogee has released Symphony I/O update 4.1 which includes many new features and resolved issues including descreased fan noise. It is recommended that all Symphony I/O owners update to this software and firmware version.
New Features:
Low latency mixer for Symphony Audio Interface Mode.Full support for the Mic Preamp I/O Module.Apogee Maestro 2.5.30 (included in this release) is compatible with all current Maestro-compatible products- Ensemble, Duet FW, ONE, Duet 2 and Symphony I/O. When using multiple Apogee devices, install the most recently released software last to ensure that the latest version of Apogee Maestro is installed. As of December 2011, this Symphony I/O release is the most recent.
Resolved Issues:
Fan speed management has been optimized for lower fan noise. Please see the Symphony I/O Release 4.1 Release Notes for important Symphony I/O chassis information.A rare issue whereby output volumes change has been resolved.After using front panel encoders to clear meters or mute outputs, output volume control returns to the last selected output.Improvements to USB Audio Interface Mode have improved stability.
Please be sure to read the Release Notes included in the release download for detailed instructions on how to update your Symphony I/O.



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Fohhn Release A-1 Live

05/12/2011
Press Release: Fohhn Audio AG has released the A-1 live, a new portable stereo USB audio interface that has been specially developed to enable high-quality, trouble-free transmission of audio directly from a computer/laptop to a professional sound reinforcement system, without the need for additional hardware such as a mixer or DI box.
Primarily designed for live sound applications and permanent installations, the A-1 live is a stand-alone USB device equipped with balanced XLR stereo outputs and a galvanically isolated USB connection. These features enable audio to be directly transmitted from the computer to the sound reinforcement system avoiding any interference, hum, reduction in sound quality or loss of output level - common issues that can occur when using interfaces with unbalanced connectors, or when there is no galvanic isolation between the computer and the interface.
With simple "plug and play" installation and no separate power supply needed, the A-1 live offers a straightforward, practical option for live sound engineers, DJs and other audio professionals. The unit's robust housing has also been specially designed to cope with the daily rigours of live use.



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Jam Track Central Release The Beatles Covering Tracks

28/10/2011

Press Release: Jam Track Central, the home of jam tracks, has just released a brand new cover backing tracks section, starting with The Beatles.

The covers have been meticulously put together by some of the best musicians around and each song has backing tracks available for guitar, drums, bass, keyboards and vocals. 

Nearly 50 Beatles tracks have been uploaded for the launch but Jam Track Central intend to release over 800 more tracks over the coming months from a whole array of artists from many different genres. 

‘With our cover backing tracks we want to offer our worldwide customer base the opportunity to play along to their heroes. Our jam tracks are known for being of a high standard and quality, and our covers tracks follow this same ethos. With these tracks we are also offering the opportunity for drummers, bass players, keyboardists and singers as well as our existing customer base of guitarists to play along to their favourite tracks’.

Each package comes with the full cover track as well as the selected backing track.

For more information, visit www.jamtrackcentral.com

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Toontrack Release "Roots"

20/10/2011
Toontrack Roots bundle

Press Release: Last week Toontrack released a free update for Superior Drummer which saw the leading drum sampler reach new heights of realism with features such as Multiple Hits Emulation which ensures that the attack of the stick is appropriately blended in when repeatedly hitting a cymbal, and Cymbal Choke/Aftertouch giving users the means to produce cymbal mutes on-the-fly, in MIDI (aftertouch or note off).

These new capabilities are showcased with the release of two new SDX expansion packs (SDX Roots: Sticks and SDX Roots: Brushes, Rods & Mallets) which, between them, contain a massive 64GB of raw, unprocessed sounds – making them likely to be among the world's most comprehensive drum sample libraries ever recorded.

Roots: Sticks and Roots: Brushes, Rods and Mallets are the result of Toontrack's recording sessions at Nashville's Blackbird Studio which saw the Swedish drum sampling kings' intention to create the ultimate jazz library turn into something an awful lot bigger!

Encompassing a large selection of different drums and cymbals all recorded through a signal chain that would leave even the most seasoned veterans in utter awe, the Roots SDXs deliver a sound that is natural, warm and suitable for all types of genres.

Features

Recorded by Roy "Futureman" Wooten in Blackbird Studio Nashville, TNApprox 28GB (Roots: Sticks) or 36GB (Roots: Brushes, Rods & Mallets) of raw, unprocessed soundsA total of 23 separately recorded, tweakable channels available in the mixerCustom MIDI includedLarge selection of different drums and cymbals (Pearl, Gretsch, Ludwig, Zildjian, Paiste)

Available to buy as a DVD or download now, RRP: £127.00 / €159.00 each

Bundle: RRP: £209.00/ €299.00

www.timespace.com/sdxr

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Vicoustic Release ViTUNE

29/11/2011

Press Release: Acoustic solutions manufacturer Vicoustic has released ViTUNE, the company's first acoustic measurement software.

More than simply a measurement tool, ViTUNE is designed to help both audio professionals and hi-fi enthusiasts tune their rooms without requiring specialist training.

Based on a simple "traffic light" indication system, room measurement is carried out in four easy steps via the software's intuitive interface. Configure the sound card, test the signal level, enter the room dimensions and click Go!

For customers with more experience of acoustic analysis, the software also includes an Advanced section showing results for full frequency response, smoothed frequency, impulse response, reverb time and energy time curve. As well as measuring the room, ViTUNE also indicates how much treatment should be used to improve the overall acoustic.

Two choices of product are offered for fixing reverberation time problems and controlling first reflections. ViTUNE also shows the exact frequency to which Vari Bass, Vicoustic's portable stand-alone bass trap should be tuned! ViTUNE is currently available free of charge on the Windows platform. A Mac version is due for release during Q2 2012.

To download ViTUNE, visit: www.vicoustic.com

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