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IK Multimedia StealthBoard
From the Winter NAMM 2010 show, StealthBoard is the first USB-MIDI floor controller for guitar and bass players that gives you full control over your entire rig. You may now control your software and/or hardware-based tone and effects units, plus channel switching, all from just one unit on the floor.
If you use amp modeling and effects software or hardware live, this is the controller for you. StealthBoard features a USB MIDI port for direct connection to your computer, as well as MIDI in/out connections for any other MIDI controllable gear, including amplifiers. It is the perfect control partner for your rack or floor audio interface, giving you more control over more parameters than any other controller on the market in an intuitive, natural way.
• Control AmpliTube or any "Powered by AmpliTube" software with no additional setup - simply plug your computer into the USB port of the StealthBoard and immediately access thousands of "Powered by AmpliTube" presets and parameters.
• Fully control any MIDI-based hardware or software Amp Modeler - you will be able to fully control anything that responds to MIDI messages via USB and finally unleash their software or hardware rig power.
• Full control of your MIDI-enabled amps and effects processors - with just one unit. The StealthBoard operates also as a standalone MIDI controller for all your existing MIDI gear.
• Amp Channel Switching gives you control of your existing amp and effects with just one unit and expands your live sonic palette.
StealthBoard also works with any audio interface and is the perfect companion to IK's StealthPedalTM wah-style audio interface.
For more information on StealthBoard, please visit:
http://www.stealthboard.com
IK Multimedia AmpliTube 3
The long awaited release of IK Multimedia's AmpliTube 3 is here. AmpliTube 3 is a massive step up from AmpliTube 2, offering highly advanced guitar and bass equipment modeling. Boasting an impressive array of sound variety, realism, and creative power, AmpliTube 3 promises to add rich analog warmth to your DAW's guitar processing ability. AmpliTube 3 includes over 160 precisely modeled pieces of vintage and modern guitar gear and and incredible degree of tonal possibilities.
IK Multimedia AmpliTube 3 Guitar and Bass Effects and Amplifier Modeling Software Features:
* Models of 51 effects, 32 amplifiers, and 47 speaker cabinet models, 14 mics, and more
* VRM (Volumetric Response Modeling) technology for realistic dynamic responses
* New creative effects let you create sounds you never heard before
* Drag and drop effects configuration feature lets you experiment with effects
* Flexible routing features mean you'll never run out of sonic possibilities
GrooveMaker, FREE Download for all USA Songwriting Competition entrants
GrooveMaker® is the revolutionary iPhone/iPod Touch app to create non-stop electronic, dance and hip-hop tracks, in real-time, by anyone, anywhere, exactly like a professional DJ.
With GrooveMaker you have access to a completely new way of making music. Groovemaker gives you the power of a DJ without the need for expensive equipment. Thanks to our patented "groove generator" technology you can automatically remix the included loops in virtually limitless ways, all with one touch. With Groovemaker, ANYONE can be a DJ.
Everything in GrooveMaker is done in real-time, without ever having to stop the music. It's like working with a full music production studio! You can add, remove, and replace single or multiple loops as you listen, so there's no stop to your creative flow. Remixing is a breeze and a totally new experience. Music composition is as easy as drag and drop, and puts you in control of the groove. It's your mix, and it all happens in real-time.
Pick a drum groove. Layer on a bass riff. Add a bass drum beat. Spice it up with lead or effect loops. Browse millions of grooves with one touch. Change the tempo with no stop to the music. Then save it all as a new remix and export it on your Mac/PC for your own compositions, compilations or video soundtracks.
There are 8 GrooveMaker packs for every dance music style, including a fully functional FREE version that you can download to start making music right away!
Download and try GrooveMaker for iPhone/iPod Touch today!
Mackie Onyx 1640i is a versatile mixing board with top notch preamps, which makes a great mixer for studio or live. Musicians can mix on this familiar, classic analog console while sending audio to your computer via a fast, reliable FireWire interface. Certified by Mackie for use with all major DAW software, the Onyx 1640i opens up a new world of options for anyone interested in computer recording. In addition to an ultra-high quality 24-bit/96kHz FireWire recording interface. This is the most powerful and compact mixer at the moment. Mackie will having this product as one of the prizes they are providing for the 2010 USA Songwriting Competition.
http://www.mackie.com/products/onyx1640i
Cakewalk V-Studio 100 is a portable music production studio with 8-in/6-out USB 2.0 Audio Interface, Live Mixer with Effects, Standalone SD Recorder, and DAW Control Surface. Compatible on Mac/PC. You can turn your music ideas into full productions, plus record band practices and mix shows! It's a complete practice, studio and stage solution. The cool thing is that the VS-100 doubles as a computer-free live mixer/SD recorder. It doesn’t hurt that it is industry quality at 24-bit/96kHz resolution.
http://www.sonarvstudio.com/100/index.php
ACID Pro 7 is a full multitrack recording software with mixing, MIDI sequencing, and legendary ACID looping. It represents an incredible value for the PC-based studio. To start the creative process, you get over 3,000 loops and 1,000 MIDI files right out of the box - and that's in addition to a potent effects rack powered by iZotope and great-sounding virtual instruments, including Native Instruments' Guitar Combos software and Submersible Music's KitCore. What's more, control over MIDI data is better than it's ever been, as ACID Pro 7 sports real-time MIDI automation, quantization, and deep editing functionality. Plus, ACID Pro 7 boasts a new time-stretching feature.
http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/acidpro
SongFrame
Introducing the missing half of your DAW studio setup - the musical half that makes your songs better. SongFrame Songwriters Toolkit software places a rich set of musical tools at your fingertips all aimed at improving your songwriting. Work out chords, progressions, melodies, lyrics, rhythms and song form using expert tools, and save your finished work to a form easily imported into your favorite DAW or sequencing application - complete with all your guide tracks and even markers showing every song section and chord change.
http://www.tanageraudioworks.com/Products/SongFrame
T-RackS 3
IK Multimedia is proud to announce T-RackS 3, our new high-end mastering and mixing suite. IK Multimedia pioneered the analog-modeled mastering field with the first all-in-one software solution, the original standalone version of T-RackS that quickly became a cult hit for a multitude of studios around the world. The new T-RackS 3 raises the bar again in high-end DAW mastering and mixing, with a suite of 9 analog-modeled and digital Dynamics/EQ processors, offering unparalleled audio quality with scores of new and unique features.
http://www.t-racks.com
The ultimate sound module
This unique combination of hardware and software together make for one of the most powerful sound modules ever made, with Muse Research and over 10,000 sample-based sounds of the highest quality from every instrument category! Regardless of what kind of music you make, the Total Workstation Rack has you covered with a massive collection of world-class Acoustic Grand Pianos, Electric Pianos, Strings, Brass, Winds, Vocals, Organs, Percussion, Drums, Basses, Guitars, Synths, Loops, Ethnic sample and more. The Total Workstation Rack also includes an entire collection of one of the best sounding Orchestral sound sets ever made and a complete collection of extremely rare and sought-after Vintage Keyboards and Synths. The Total Workstation Rack delivers these amazing sounds with pristine audio performance, super low latency, full synth and effects™ editing and unmatched versatility for creating layers and splits. For the ultimate in flexibility, you may edit and save these new sounds for instant recall using a simple MIDI program change message from your keyboard or controller.
http://www.ikmultimedia.com/twrack