Reaktor User Library Harvest week 3
So I’ve had a long holiday from the Reaktor reports, but it appears that the builders had with very few uploads end of 2010. But now the uploads increases. This past week several FXs, two devilish drones, a film FX sound automate, something unusual as a midi delay and yet another Böhmy drum machine from Mr Keil.
Harvest demo week 3 by Stereoklang Produktion
Broken Tremolo by Donovan Stringer 
This is a tremolo effect with a twist – exactly what you expect Reaktor FX to be. But also i’ts a collaboration between some UL profiles like Jonathan Style, ewistrand, Deiter Zobel and Donovan Stringer. The twist of the tremolo is the LFO wave controlling the amplitude. Instead of a trivial sine it’s a combination of two waves and some envelop followers making this more interesting and with more variation. However a twisted waveform it’s still a tremolo so you are not going to be greatly surprised. Really nice GUI and remember to check out the B view. 16 snaps included.
Tyme Serfa by Dieter Zobel 
Dieter Zobel strikes again. This time it’s an update of a delay/looper previously uploaded and originaly inspiration from the modulelar synth hardware unit Tyme Sefari by The Harvestman 1973.
Although with 2 dozen of controls it’s not too difficult to get your way around and start making infinite mutating loops with just any trivial signal. Pleasant GUI including the obligatory Zobel bunny watching you. 13 snaps get you started.
Namffex by Bernd Keil 
This is a combination of two all time classic Reaktor drones Skrewell and Metaphysical Function. If you’re into electronic soundscapes this is for you. As the ensemble is split in two and each instruments have plenty of banks and snapshots there a massive amount of sounds to surf.
mfFX by Donovan Stringer 
Here Donovan has dug out the FX modules from the Metaphysical Function. Before you start scratching your head why you get no sound when sending sounds to the inputs Donovan forgot to add input terminals to the instrument. Just add them by right click/built-in module/Terminal/In Port and connect to the inputs of the instruments. 69 snaps added.
Asonis by Donovan Stringer 
Here’s another drone soundscape automate. This one easy to use like hell – pun intended. Only a few controls but with three touch areas to modify the sound gently making it easy to evolve the sound at your of pace. 36 snaps gets started you into a devilish mode…
Pitch Shifter by Jan Brähler 
Just as the title sais – a pitch shifter effect based on the EzFFT macros. The download includes two ensembles. One with a built in sample player and one FX variation. However the FX alternative is missing the two important controllers pitch and speed… the pitch shirt is not without artifacts and can be used as an effect in it’s own right but with percussive input material really nice results can be achieved. No snaps but with only 4 controls it’s pretty straight forward.
Plankton by Malte Bieler 
Midi effect are really rare stuff in the world of DAW and Reaktor is no exception. Here’s a midi delay with a bunch of midi x/y controllers and some LFOs to modulate the delay pattern. 23 snaps as a starting point.
wBn3 Yamaha CS-6 by Bernd Keil 
Yet another variation on the drum machine Böhmy. This time with drum sample from the workstation CS-6 by Yamaha.
Movementmachine by Manuel Senfft 
This is really a unique ensemble. It’s a dedicated sample player loaded with sounds like jeans, shirts and shoes. The idea is brilliant but as there’s only a handful of samples it’s a bit limited. But if you are looking for the sound taking of your shirt – this is what you are looking for!
Modular stuff with the Moog Voyager
Modular stuff with the Moog Voyager thrown in. It should be obvious which core sound is the Voyager. The Voyager is run through the Cwejman RES-4, FSH-1 & VC-FC plus the TipTop Z5000 and Analogue Systems RS-290; and that’s only on the right channel. The left channel goes through a Metasonix TM-2. The Metasonix R51 is in the feedback path of the Analogue Systems RS290 delay. You can see when it is brought into the sonic stew by watching the red diode on the right-most tube light up.
If you can stand watching until the last 45 seconds of the video, you’ll see my new favorite trick: Making the Analogue Solutions BD78 self-oscillate and then sticking a very modulated STG Wavefolder on the end of it. Shhhh… don’t tell anyone.
WNAMM 2011 Wayoutware SynthX
This iPad app is a real synthesizer, with a novel UI and the ability to serve as an effects chain for external instruments.
Introducing gbTouch for iPad
Highlights the features of Delora gbTouch iPad application
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_9N7GpYlj8
Delora Software introduces gb Touch For iPad. Transform your iPad into a touch screen controller for GarageBand. With features such as layouts automatically adjusting for landscape or portrait orientation. The following videos explain what gb Touch is and how you can get the most out of the app.
Cryoacoustic Orb
Cryoacoustic Orb is a sound installation involving multiple illuminated acrylic orbs filled with slowly melting ice. Hydrophones frozen inside the ice amplify the sounds of the melting process, which are electronically processed and spatialized throughout the darkened gallery space. The result is a unique ambient soundscape that evolves over the course of several hours.
Want to remix Gary Numan and John Foxx?
Then here’s your chance
Gary Numan and John Foxx have announced a new remix contest – the Back to the Phuture Remix Competition:
To celebrate the upcoming Back to the Phuture Live shows at Manchester Academy April 1st & The Troxy, London April 2nd we bring you the first ever Gary Numan and John Foxx Remix Competition.
Remix Scanner by Gary Numan or Shatterproof by John Foxx & The Math.
Win:
- A pair of VIP passes to the London or Manchester show
- A signed copy of Gary Numan’s “Jagged Edge”
- A signed copy of John Foxx & The Maths “Interplay”
- Your remix played over the P.A. at both shows
Entries judged by Gary Numan, John Foxx and Mark Jones
To enter:
- Visit the competition site on SoundCloud
- Download the stems for “Scanner” or “Shatterproof”
- Use the stems to create your remix
- Upload your remix to the Gary Numan or John Foxx remix group
Deadline for entries – 18/03/11
You can download the stems at the Back to the Phuture page on SoundCloud.
FULL TRACKS:
1. Motor – Death Rave (Skrufff remix)
2. Gary Numan- Scanner (Full Track)
3. Recoil – Want (Architect Steppa)
4. John Foxx – Flightpath Tegel
5. John Foxx and The Maths – Shatterproof (Medicine Edit)
JOHN FOXX & THE MATHS STEMS:
1. John Foxx and The Maths – Shatterproof (Medicine Edit)
2. John Foxx and The Maths – Shatterproof – ARP odyssey bass
3. John Foxx and The Maths – Shatterproof – Drums
4. John Foxx and The Maths – Shatterproof – Moog modular
5. John Foxx and The Maths – Shatterproof – Synths
6. John Foxx and The Maths – Shatterproof
GARY NUMAN STEMS:
1. Gary Numan- Scanner (Full Track)
2. Gary Numan- Scanner – Bitcrush
3. Gary Numan- Scanner – FlexiPad2
4. Gary Numan- Scanner – FlexiPad
5. Gary Numan- Scanner – Chorus Vocal
6. Gary Numan- Scanner – Verse Vocal
7. Gary Numan- Scanner – Growl
8. Gary Numan- Scanner – Halo Pad
9. Gary Numan- Scanner – Jerusalem Keys
10. Gary Numan- Scanner – Pads
11. Gary Numan- Scanner – Piano
KONKREET PERFORMER – New visual OSC controller for iOS
KONKREET PERFORMER is a first of a kind visual OSC controller and visualizer for your DAW / Synth / Drum Machine / Sampler etc.
KONKREET PERFORMER aims to be used in the studio and on stage. it addresses digital music control and performance in whole new and unique way — be ready to explore multitouch to the extreme!
Konkreet Labs has announced Konkreet Performer. A first of a kind visual OSC controller and visualizer for your DAW / Synth / Drum Machine / Sampler etc. It aims to be used in the studio and on stage. it addresses digital music control and performance in whole new and unique way — be ready to explore multitouch to the extreme! Coming soon for iPad / iPhone / iPod Touch.
Visit Konkreet Labs on the Web at http://konkreetlabs.com/
Tap DJ – The Ultimate Pocket DJ app for iPhone and iPod
Not sure it is the “ultimate” but still 
Short demo of Tap DJ app available at tap.dj
Tap DJ is a fun app for mixing and scratching your iPod library.
Add FX, and Equalize your tunes.
Record your mixes to share with the world.
Tap DJ (App Store link) is a new $1.99 iPhone DJ app.
Features:
- Integrated iPod Library Access
- FX, and 3-Band Equalizer for each Deck
- Integrated 9 Pad Sampler
- 3 Loopable Cue Points per Deck
- Record your mixes
- Voice Recording
- GyroScratch Technology
- 2 Included Skins
- Import tracks from USB, or WiFi in addition to iPod
- Discover new music by sharing and viewing top mixes
- Stunning realistic turntable interface
- Live waveform views for precise scratching and mixing
Nice knobs – early arc experiment
a micro-looper.
eight samplers, corresponding to columns of the grid.
record by holding second-from-bottom key.
focus arc to column by pushing bottom key.
left knob is loop selection. turn to move selection, push-turn to resize selection.
right knob is volume. turning changes velocity, not position, so a tremelo effect is easily achieved. pushing down stops the spin, like a turntable.
third key up is mute/unmute. top rows transpose up/down by octaves. top rows meter sound levels.
Everything LFO
Design the Media has introduced version 1.5 of LFO everything, a Max For Live device that lets you add an LFO to control any device parameters in Ableton Live.
Features:
- Updates free for all buyers.
- Tempo synced or not.
- Waveforms drawable.
- Easy to use & user-friendly.
- Control LFO by LFOs by LFOs…
LFO everything is available now for 8 EUR.
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