SOUND ON SOUND
Learn about the history of the Focusrite ISA preamp circuit, as we hear what makes it special, and lay bare the intensive development process behind the first ISA audio interface.
Tasty Chips have announced the GR-2, a new granular synthesizer and sampling instrument that combines elements of the original GR-1 with features and workflow ideas developed for the larger GR-MEGA.
Cyma Forma and French artist Bambounou have announced RND synth, a compact hardware synthesizer built around generative sound creation and randomisation.
In addition to its Logic Pro and Cubase/Nuendo support, Nektar's Panorama CS12 now boasts integration with Cockos Reaper and Fender Studio Pro / PreSonus Studio One.
Polyend's latest release Drums features eight tracks designed for creating percussion using analogue voices, digital synthesis methods or sample-based instruments.
Buchla have introduced Ziggy, a new compact synthesizer built around the company’s complex oscillator architecture, combining analogue sound generation with digital control in a self-contained, patch-free design.
In the latest expansion of their Symphonic Elements series, UJAM have introduced an all-new vocal instrument created using samples from Hans Zimmer’s orchestral library.
TotalMix FX 2.0 delivers some major updates to the popular mixing and routing tool, introducing a new graphics engine along with a scaleable user interface and a whole host of enhancements.
VoiceAssist’s core features are now available across a wider range of budgets, and also serve as a replacement for DynAssist, which will soon be removed from sale.
Available in four versions, Komplete 26 delivers everything from virtual synths and orchestral sample libraries to high-quality mixing and mastering processors, and as you’d expect, offers tight integration with NI’s hardware controllers.
Written by Oli Freke, Beat Gems will offer an “in-depth exploration of the sounds, circuits and culture of drum machines and their profound influence on modern music”.
The latest version of Pro Tools introduces a powerful new Track Pin function, support for the MPEG‑H immersive broadcast standard, built-in Dolby Headphone Personalization and more.
