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Monday, November 28, 2011
Slate Digital Cyber Monday Sale 50% off
Slate Digital is having a Cyber Monday Sale. All their plugins are 50% off,
I blogged about their VCC collection in an earlier post.
They also have the excellent drum replacement plugin Trigger,
and the FX-G Virtual Mastering Processor.
All plugins can be purchased online at SlateDigital's webstore.
Kontrol Surface 1974 | KS-1974 multi-touch MIDI control surface
The KS-1974 is a new multi-touch, fully customizable Midi control surface from SmithsonMartin.
"Connect the KS-1974 to your laptop, desktop or any computer to transform them into a powerful and comfortable 22 inch surface with 4 simultaneous touch points. This is perfect for your studio or live performances. KS-1974 is a state-of-the-art DJ, VJ, and Studio Production tool. KS-1974 is the perfect size for any DJ booth or studio desk.
KS-1974 is the newest product from SmithsonMartin, winners of the 2011 DJ Mag Tech Awards: “Most Innovative Product”. Emulator for Traktor and Emulator Modular come bundled with the KS-1974.
Emulator Modular includes a complete set of objects so you can completely custom design your own multi-touch interface with buttons, sliders, circular knobs, jog wheels and even your own custom graphics."
Available January 2012. Price TBA.
Read more about the KS-1974 at SmithsonMartin.com
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Waves Cyber Weekend Sale up to 70% off
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Don't miss a great opportunity to add to your Waves plugins arsenal with their Cyber Weekend Sale. Up to 70% off on some of their most popular plugins. Don't hesitate the sale ends Nov. 28th.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Sound Radix' SurferEQ - Pitch Tracking Equalizer
Sound Radix has released the SurferEQ, a new equalizer that automatically tracks the pitch of the signal and adjusts the eq frequencies accordingly. If this works as described it will make it much easier to do corrective and surgical enhancement of sounds. A standard equalizer can currently do this only by manually selecting the frequencies and automating the eq changes that's needed. I can see using this extensively on vocals.
From the website:
SurferEQ tracks the pitch of the instrument or a vocal track and can change the EQ frequency accordingly in real-time, making it possible for the first time to naturally control the fundamental frequencies or harmonics of a track. Just set any of the EQ bands to a desired harmonic and watch SurferEQ move with the track, staying always relevant to the music.
For over a year, we've meticulously developed an accurate, real-time pitch detection engine with virtually no octave errors. There's no need for endless parameters tweaking. It just works.
When developing our original analog-behaving asymmetric EQ algorithms (No cookbook EQ here!), we've made every effort to preserve the size and energy of the original recording. SurferEQ sounds natural even when it is pushed to its extremes. In addition to the HP, LP, shelf and bell shaped filters, we've developed a unique four mode harmonic filter. It takes on a whole new life when it moves with the pitch and makes it possible to achieve new sounds as never heard before.
Features
- Pitch-Tracking Equalizer
- Original Assymetric EQ Algorithms
- Innovative Harmonic Filter
- 64 Bit Internal Processing
Here's an introductory video of the SurferEQ:
Introductory price is $129. Download a demo (RTAS/VST/AU) here.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
25GB Gobbler accounts FREE for 1-year. Tell Your Friends & Win $1000!
Gobbler is set to be the new standard in "Cloud" data management. They recently announced major changes to their service and free 25GB accounts to all those who sign up by Dec 7th. with prizes including $1000 in cash to the person who gives the most referrals.
Read my previous post on Gobbler here.
From the website:
Beginning December 7th, all new users will get 5GB of storage and transfer (instead of the current 25GB). We are giving you a heads up, because now would be the time to tell get your friends to join.
There are two good reasons:
1) They will start with 25GB of glorious storage and transfer.
2) They will qualify for a free year of Gobbler AND our lifetime discount for anyone who joins Gobbler before Dec 7 (see this letter from Chris K for the Grandfathering details).
"On Feb 1 2013 when the free year is up your will be grandfathered in at our lowest price of $7.95 per month for life no matter how many gigs of storage your have earned between now and Feb 1 2013."
If you were ever to tell your friends about something you think is great and would be of value to them, now is the time. There won’t be a deal like this again.
Oh yeah, did we mention that we are giving away $1000 cash to the top referrer between now and Dec 7?
Signup at http://www.gobbler.com/i/YcXPWC
Monday, November 21, 2011
Sting to Release Album as iPad App
Sting is releasing his new album as an iPad app. The app itself is free and will give access to footage and music spanning his 25 year career (the songs are purchased on iTunes). I would also do an iPhone and Android app. Many music lovers listen to their favorite artists on their smartphones. Have you seen some of the latest Verizon commercials?
From Mashable's website:
"Bassist and singer-songwriter Sting might be onto something with his latest album, which will be released not as digital files, but as a complete iPad app. The singer's new Sting 25 app celebrating his storied 25-year career will be a comprehensive package of photos, lyrics, interviews and concert footage, and of course, the music itself. This is Sting's idea of what comes next after the CD, and he says "I'm looking for different ways get music to people … and the app is the new model." And, iPad apps are harder to steal. Could this be a trend?..."
From the iTunes page:
"Sting 25 explores the life, music and activism of one of the world’s most influential musicians. With unparalleled access to seminal performances, rare photos, and personal stories, this comprehensive appumentary depicts the past 25 years of Sting’s career as a renowned musician and humanitarian.
Discover the evolution of Sting’s solo career, the influences that have shaped his music, and his ongoing efforts as a global citizen and activist. The many facets of his career come to life in this appumentary through handwritten lyrics and journal entries, rare and intimate photos, in-depth interviews, and a variety of live concert footage, including EXCLUSIVE, all-star performances from his Sixtieth Birthday Celebration at the Beacon Theatre.
• Exclusive concert footage and behind-the-scenes access from Sting’s Sixtieth Birthday Celebration to benefit the Robin Hood Foundation, at New York City’s Beacon Theatre, featuring performances by: Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga, Stevie Wonder, Rufus Wainwright, Herbie Hancock, and Branford Marsalis.
• Using dual-screen AirPlay, experience these performances wirelessly on your television while exploring additional content on your iPad.
• Discover hours of concert footage, exclusive interviews, photos, music videos, and more in ten chronological chapters.
• Learn about the inspirations, collaborations, and charitable endeavors that have shaped Sting’s 25 year solo career.
• Interact with Sting’s signature instruments through 360˚ views and high definition zoom images.
• Listen to Sting’s albums from your iPad's library while browsing the app – you can also sample songs from each of his solo albums and purchase directly from the iTunes Store.
Sting 25 is generously supported by Chevrolet, with access provided by American Express, designed and developed by @radical.media."
Download the app here.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Amy Winehouse - Our Day Will Come: Amy Winehouse Tribute
This is the official video released by Island/Universal Records of Amy's "Our Day Will Come" produced by Salaam Remi. The video is comprised of footage showing Amy at different points in her life and career. The song was originally done for her first album "Frank" but was never used. Salaam decided to do additional production with a nice reggae/rocksteady twist and this is the outcome.
I mixed the song at Metropolis Studios in London and when it was played for her family, manager and label president, everyone agreed the song had to be included on "Lioness: Hidden Treasures".
The song was originally sung by Ruby and The Romantics (a #1 hit in 1963) and was written by Bob Hilliard and Mort Garson.
Amy Winehouse - Lioness: Hidden Treasures debuts on Dec 5 and can be pre-ordered on iTunes
Proceeds from the album goes towards the Amy Winehouse Foundation (AWF) which was set up in Amy's memory to help young people in need.
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