Feast your eyes on the Dark Star synth
Dark Star, the Virus TI Polar WhiteOut Special Edition
Specifications:
- Oscillators Three main oscillators and one sub oscillator per voice. A main oscillator can comprise of various oscillator types including the classic virtual analog oscillators (saw,variable pulse, sine, triangle, 62 spectral waves with several FM modes) and hypersaw (a multi saw-tooth oscillator with up to 9 stacked oscillators, 9 sub oscillators and sync oscillator at the same time). Wavetable oscillators with 100 multi-index wavetables, feature variable resolution and optional pulse-width mo-dulation. Graintable oscillators apply granular synthesis techniques for independent control of pitch and formants to warp a waveform beyond recognition. Formant oscillators sound like running a signal through a massive, modulatable filterbank with hundreds of resonant bands being morphed by the wavetable index.
- Filters Two fully independent filters (lowpass, highpass, bandpass, bandstop) with an optional saturation module located in between both filter blocks. The saturation module can add one of several distortions and lo-fi effects or an additional low/-high-pass filter. Optional self- resonating MoogTM cascade filter simulation with circuit overload and 1-4 poles.
- Modulation Two-dimensional modulation matrix with six slots (1 source and 3 modulation targets each). Every feasible parameter can be modulated in realtime. Three LFOs with additional hardwired destinations along with one user-definable slot. Two lightning-fast, multi-stage envelopes (ADSTR) – LFOs can be used as ramp generators as well.
- Effects The FX section has independent delay and reverb per patch (even in multi mode), along with multiple distortion/lo-fi algorithms, phaser, chorus/flanger, character control, ring modulator/shifter, EQ plus a global vocoder. There is no difference be-tween single and multi modes – patches sound exactly the same.
- Arpeggiator Each patch contains it’s own arpeggiator pattern feat. 32 programmable steps (length and velocity can be adjusted per step) along with a global control for swing/shuffle timing and one for note lengths. Pretty much every parameter including the pattern itself, the amount of octaves and many more can be controlled using the modulation matrix. I/O 6 balanced outputs (@ +4dB), backed by 192 Khz/24bit D/A converters, with soft-limiting. Two inputs with 24-bit A/D. Dedicated headphone out. MIDI in, out, and thru. S/PDIF digital audio (44.1/48 kHz) inputs & outputs. USB is used for MIDI and audio transmission (adding 3 additional stereo audio outputs) and works at 12Mb/s.
- Enclosure Great synth-action keyboard with 37 keys, velocity response and aftertouch. Hold and Control pedal inputs. Black finish, aluminium and wooden side panels, red LEDs and white display, wood rail beneath the keyboard.
- Surround sound output Every part can be panned dynamically between two stereo outputs for quadraphonic effects.
- Hardware controls 32 knobs, 43 buttons, 73 LEDs and Pitch/-Modulation wheel if applicable.
- Polyphony Between 25 to 110 voices, depending on the complexity of the patch. Estimates are based on single mode performance results may vary in multi mode.
- Multi Mode Multi programs can have fully-independent embedded singles, without the links to single banks required by most synths. This provides freedom from breaking other programs.
- Memory 1024 RAM and 3328 ROM sounds, 16 em-bedded multi patches along with 112 conventional multi slots, 16 parts in multi mode.
- Remote Templates Turn the Virus into a MIDI remote, the sound engine will still work independently. 32 user programmable templates to reassign most panel knobs control- ling control third party plug-ins and MIDI synthesizers.
- Smooth parameter changes Adaptive control-smoothing provides parameter changes with no zippering artifacts. With knob quantize, a clock ratio is selected and parameter changes are updated at specified intervals only. The result is sample-and-hold parameter movements, evocative of step sequencer sounds.
- Atomizer The unique DJ style audio slicer turns the Virus TI into an powerful realtime FX for DJ applications.
Total Integration
Total Integration seamlessly links any Virus TI model and a computer to create a unified system consisting of a powerful hardware synth and a virtual instrument plug-in, which not only controls the Virus TI but also receives audio from it, in order to allow post-processing right inside your computer.
This way you get the best of both worlds: Your Virus TI will calculate all the voices and effects and therefore makes the CPU of your computer available for other tasks. Since it is driven by the Virus Control plug-in, the timing (unlike normal MIDI and USB-MIDI timing) will be sample-accurate, and all sound data will be saved within the song or project. Virus Control also offers editing capabilities, along with an easy-to-use librarian page to keep track of all your Virus TI patches.
The Virus TI’s analogue input and outputs can double as an audio interface, the MIDI sockets can double as a MIDI interface.
Virus Control is an VST/AU/RTAS compatible plug-in. Total Integration is certified for the following hosts: Apple Logic 9, Steinberg Cubase 5, Ableton Live 8, Digi-design Pro Tools 9, Cakewalk Sonar 8.5, ImageLine FL Studio 9.
Tereshkova Synth Multi-Track Demo
Visual accompaniment for Multi-Track Demo of Analogue Solutions Tereshkova Suitcase Synthesizer
wimp whamp
all modular
beat repeat and reverb in ableton
tip top oscillators
harvestman, tiptop, makenoise filters/lpg
rene and z8000 sequencers
Ipad Jam: RnL & Jordan Rudess w. iPads – Another One
First 2 minutes of this track are played only on iPad apps, and joined by the traditional instruments for the last minute. Everything you see in the video is the actual recorded performance.
Lyrics by Ray Livnat
Music by Eyal Amir
Apps used:
MorphWiz
Wizbot
Nlog PRO
ThumbJam
Looptastic HD
Mugician
iELECTRIBE
iMS-20
Pocket Organ
Drum Meister
MiniSynth
iShred
VoiceKeyboard
iPad apps: Jordan Rudess, Eyal Amir, Ray Livnat
Keyboards:Jordan Rudess, Eyal Amir
Vocals: Ray Livnat
Electric Guitar: Alon Tamir
Bass Guitar: Eyal Mazig
Drums: Doron Giat
SoundSlate Pro rack-mountable music computer
Open Labs is introducing the SoundSlate Pro rack-mountable music computer at the 2011 NAMM Show.
Here’s what they have to say:
The SoundSlate PRO combines the latest in computer technolgy with proprietary software and design, delivering the next logical evolution in integrated music-creation and open-platform innovation.
The SoundSlate PRO is your Production Studio, Playback System, VST Host, Sample Engine, Sequencer and Friend, live on stage or in your own home studio.
SoundSlate PRO hosts all PC-based music software such as: Pro Tools 9, Studio One, Reaper, Ableton Live, Cubase 5 as well as hardware devices: MIDI controllers, drum machines, acoustic instruments, PCI/PCIe cards and other microphone preamps.
SoundSlate PRO gives you the flexibility and power to decide how YOU want to work WITHOUT the high costs and headaches of stand-alone computers or laptops.
Details below.
The SoundSlate Pro sells for $2,249.
- 3U Rack-mountable Music Computer w/ Heavy Duty Removable Ears
- Intel® i7® (2.93GHz)
- WIN7™ 64 BIT
- 6GB (Upgradable to 16GB)
- 2 Tarabytes (Upgradable to 8TB)
- CD/DVD Burner
Connections
- (8) USB 2.0 Ports
- (2) FireWire 400 Ports
- Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet Port
- HDMI & DVI Video Ports (1 DVI-I, 1 HDMI)
- E-SATA Port
- FireWire, USB, PCI, PCIe
- Custom Upgrades Available: Lightpipe, S/PDIF, MIDI, Analog, Digital, Word Clock
- 500 Watt Power Supply
- 19”(W) X 15”(D) X 3U(H)
I Am T-Pain Mic makes you sound like, who else, T-Pain
Not sure if you ned one, but in case you do need to sound like T-Pain here you go
T-Pain talks to the Los Angeles Times about his new I Am T-Pain Mic at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The microphone is a follow up to the I Am T-Pain iPhone and iPod Touch app.
New MIDI controller for iPad
An interesting new MIDI controller introduced at CES (Consumer Electronics Show).
The iON Piano Master uses an Apple iPad as the “brain” of synthesizer. It integrates a basic MIDI keyboard controller with an iPad doc, using the iPad as a giant multi-touch screen for the workstation.
Ion plans to release the Piano Master in late Spring 2011.
Synthesis of complex stereo waveforms
Synthesis of complex stereo waveforms with CPLD programmable logic core. (Lattice ispLSI1032E).
If you are comfortable designing DIY digital circuitry with 7400 / CD4k chips, look into CPLDs, they are amazing. Inside a CPLD is a collection of primitive logic elements equivalent to hundreds of 7400/CD4k chips, and through the magic of logic synthesis, these elements are configured by software to realize your circuit. Its like a dream where the chips jump up and plug themselves into your breadboard, and wires magically appear to fulfill the schematics you draw on the screen. Plus they are erasable/reconfigurable indefinitely. It is a very futuristic feeling to use this technology.
I used Lattice’s free software environment ispLEVER Classic 1.4 and the ispDOWNLOAD USB JTAG programmer (~$80) to configure these devices.
This is a nice way to familiarize oneself with the toolchain. Once a few more concepts are in place, the power of FPGAs will be accessible.
Tech Tribal House Drum Loops
Bluezone Corporation presents Tech Tribal House Drum Loops. This Tech / Tribal sample pack gathers a wide range of awesome tribal Drum loops, tech house and percussion loops to download. This new sound library is great with a wide range of styles such as: Progressive, Dance, Tribal House, Deep House, Minimal House, Minimal Techno and more.
Tech Tribal House Drum Loops is a new collection of 99 Tech & Tribal House Loops that has been carefully designed by AV Production studios. This new series of percussion sounds is really useful and gives a lot of opportunities to work on popular productions. Everything is ready to use royalty free in your commercial compositions.
This new sound library is great with a wide range of styles such as Tech House, Progressive, Dance, Tribal House, Deep House, Minimal, Techno and more.
Tech Tribal House Drum Loops Contents:
Drum Loops
Percussion Loops
No Kick Loops
Technical Specifications:
103 MB Data / 205 Files
Formats : WAV / AIFF
Recorded at 136 bpm
Instant Download
Royalty-Free with no extra cost
Ready to use in commercial production
iRig Mic – handheld microphone for iOS
Another “i – something” has been added to the world of music and iOS
IK Multimedia has announced the iRig Mic, the first quality condenser handheld microphone for the iPhone®, iPod touch® and iPad®.
iRig Mic is ideal for the singer, vocalist and songwriter on the move, but also perfect for recording speeches, instruments, performances or any other sound sources in the studio, on stage or in the field. Musicians will be able to record and accurately reproduce acoustic instruments, amplified instruments or even band performances and concerts. Non-musicians will have an indispensable tool for recording high quality podcasts, speeches, lessons, interviews, video soundtracks or any other source that can be recorded on the go with their mobile device.
iRig Mic features
- Ideal for all vocal applications from singing to speech.
- Great for all types of sound recording or processing in music or any other audio application.
- Quality condenser-electret unidirectional capsule.
- Dual mini-jack connector allows real-time monitoring on headphones, speakers, mixers and PAs.
- Rugged, durable metal housing.
- Easy to set-up for any sound source.
- Can be handheld or placed on a standard mic stand.
- Compatible with any iPhone, iPod touch (with mic input) and iPad.
iRig Mic includes apps for singers, songwriters, and speakers, and can also be used with any other app that uses the microphone input of the iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad for audio input.
iRig Mic will be shipping in the first quarter of 2011 for $59.99 USD /€49.99 EUR (excluding taxes). Pre-orders are available from the IK Multimedia online store.
More information: IK Multimedia / iRig Mic
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