E-mu 1820M audio interface

The E-MU 1820M is the flagship of E-MU's line of Digital Audio Systems, delivering everything you need to produce audio on a PC with professional results- 24-bit/192kHz converters (the same A/D converters used in Digidesign®'s ProTools® HD 192 I/O interface), hardware-accelerated effects and mixing, comprehensive sync options and seamless compatibility with your favorite PC audio/sequencer software. No other audio solution available offers the performance, flexibility and value of the E-MU 1820M.

The E-MU 1820M features: Mastering-grade 24-bit, 192kHz converters - the same A/D converters used in Digidesign®'s flagship ProTools® HD I/O Interface
Flexible connectivity with 18 audio inputs and 20 outputs, 32 channels of MIDI I/O, Word Clock, SMPTE and MTC sync, plus a FireWire® port for seamless integration with your entire studio
Two premium TFPro™ mic preamps with Mic/Line/Hi-Z inputs with 40db of gain/attenuation and 48V phantom power - plug guitars, keyboards and microphones straight into your system
E-DSP 32-bit Multi-effects Processor offers you over 16 simultaneous hardware-accelerated studio-grade effects with no CPU overhead - plug-in architecture allows you to add new effects as needed
32 Channels of zero latency Hardware Mixing/ Monitoring with super-flexible virtual patchbay - no external mixer needed
Full compatibility with most popular audio/sequencer applications with ultra-low latency WDM, DirectSound® and ASIO™ 2.0 Drivers
Powerful software studio package

I/O Configuration: Two TFPro Mic/Line/Hi-Z preamps (w/48V phantom power)
Six 1/4" Balanced Inputs
Eight 1/4" Balanced Outputs
Turntable input (w/ground lug and hardware RIAA preamp)
24-bit/192kHz ADAT In/Out (switchable to S/PDIF)
24-bit/96kHz coaxial S/PDIF In/Out (switchable to AES/EBU)
24-bit/96kHz optical S/PDIF Out (switchable to AES/EBU)
Two sets of MIDI In/Out
Four stereo 1/8" Speaker Outputs (configurable from stereo to 7.1)
Stereo Headphone Output
Firewire® Interface

Sync Configuration: Word Clock In/Out
SMPTE In/Out
MTC Out

E-DSP Hardware-accelerated Effects, Mixing and Monitoring: E-MU's Digital Audio Systems feature the powerful E-DSP chipset, which features a hardware-accelerated effects processor with over 20 effects plug-ins (over 500 presets). This effects architecture is fully expandable, allowing you to add more effect plug-ins to your system as needed. E-DSP also provides zero-latency, hardware-based mixing and monitoring via the included PatchMix DSP mixer, delivering unmatched flexibility in routing audio between all of your physical and virtual (ASIO/WDM) inputs and outputs- no external mixer needed.

All Digital Audio Systems ship with the following Effects Plug-ins:

1-Band Para EQ 1-Band Shelf EQ 3-Band EQ
4-Band EQ Auto-Wah Chorus
Compressor Distortion Distortion
Freq Shifter Leveling Amp Mono Delay 100
Mono Delay 3000 Stereo Delay 100 Stereo Delay 1500
Phase Shifter Rotary Speaker Simulator
Stereo Reverb Vocal Morpher

E-mu's flagship audio recording interface!
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Digidesign Digi 002 & v2 software bundle

The Digi 002 is a full-featured studio-in-a-box that works with your Window XP Home or Mac OS9.x computer to give you all you need for superior MIDI and audio production. Comprised of a single unit that includes a comprehensive control surface along with analog, digital, and MIDI I/O, Digi 002 communicates with your computer via a single FireWire cable (included). Pro Tools LE software comprises the final component, offering 32 tracks of simultaneous record and playback, 128 MIDI tracks, real-time plug-in support, and a host of additional features. It's complemented by standard Digidesign DigiRack plug-ins, as well as a bundle of over £1500 worth of high-powered plug-ins from Digidesign, IK Multimedia, Native Instruments, and Waves. From beginning to end, Digi 002 places you in an ideal position to realize any project.

Enhancers
While Digi 002 is fully functional in and of itself, many products are available to increase the scope and performance of your Digi 002-based Pro Tools LE environment. Although Digi 002 ships with £1500 worth of plug ins, other high-powered RTAS (real-time) and AudioSuite (file-based) plug-ins, designed and built by Digidesign and our Development Partners, are available for virtually every signal processing, sound design, and specialized editing purpose. These software applications work in conjunction with Pro Tools in both non- and real-time formats, emulating and often improving upon the hardware counterparts that they frequently emulate.

The addition of a FireWire drive is also a wise choice, improving the performance of your system by virtue of increased throughput and data transfer speeds. And you always have access to upgrades and updates to Pro Tools LE software, typically available for free to registered users, as we continue to develop new ways of improving your Pro Tools LE experience.

Digidesign's first FireWire-enabled Pro Tools workstation includes an integrated control surface. Digi 002 offers novices and pros alike hands-on command of any project, easy connectivity via FireWire and up to 18 channels of simultaneous, integrated I/O, portability, dual mode functionality, and full session compatibility with other Pro Tools systems, from Mbox to Pro Tools|HD. In addition, Digi 002 features a 32-track Pro Tools LE interface based on the same award-winning software used by professionals worldwide. With its spectrum of features and affordable price point, Digi 002 is without peer in the audio production world.
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Yamaha Studio Monitor Speakers MSP3

The Yamaha MSP3 monitor speakers were voted the best monitors in a blind listening test conducted in Future Music.

The MSP3 Powered Monitor Speaker is a 2-way powered monitor speaker system that delivers quality audio and excellent cost performance. Designed for use in personal music production systems, each unit features a built-in 20-watt amplifier that drives both the 10cm (4") cone and 2.2cm (7/8") tweeter. To facilitate connection with a variety of audio sources, each monitor is equipped with a balanced XLR input, for direct compatibility with professional equipment, a balanced phone jack input and an unbalanced RCA jack input. The MSP3 also features separate volume controls for the LINE 1 (RCA jack) input and LINE 2 (XLR/phone) input plus HIGH and LOW tone controls for sound tailoring.

The enclosure is a bass-reflex type that also incorporates Yamaha's Waveguide Technology for uniform dispersion of the tweeter's high frequencies. Magnetic shielding and compact size allows the monitors to be placed near any type of audio, video or computer equipment. The monitor can also be attached to a mic stand with the optional BMS10A Mic Stand Adapter.
Features
Compact, two-way powered monitor system.
Built-in 20-watt amplifier.
Two Line inputs.
Balanced XLR, balanced phone jack and unbalanced RCA jack inputs for versatile connectivity.
High and Low tone controls for sound tailoring.
Separate Line 1 and Line 2 level controls.
Waveguide technology delivers broad, uniform dispersion of high frequencies for optimum.
Magnetic shielding.
Mic stand mountable with optional BMS10A Mic Stand Adapter.
Excellent cost performance.

Designed for use in personal music production systems, the MSP3 Powered Monitor Speaker is a 2-way powered monitor speaker system that delivers quality audio and excellent cost performance. Units feature a built-in 20-watt amplitfier that drives both the 4" come and 7/8" tweeter. Each monitor is equipped with a balanced XLR imput for direct compatibility with professional equipment.
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MOTU Traveler Firewire Interface

The MOTU Traveler provides eight channels of pristine 192kHz analog recording and playback, combined with all of the digital I/O you need: ADAT optical, AES/EBU and S/PDIF (both TOSLink and RCA). Expand your system by connecting additional Traveler, 828 or 896 FireWire audio interfaces.
Precision Trim™ and on-board mixingThe Traveler's four microphone/instrument pre-amps are equipped with individual 48V phantom power switches and digital Precision Trim™ controls, conveniently adjusted from the front panel or the included CueMix Console™ software. No mixer is required, thanks to CueMix DSP™, the Traveler's latency-free, 8-bus digital mixer. Connect all of your studio gear, including microphones, guitars, synths, keyboards, drum machines and even effects processors. Then monitor all of these live inputs via the Traveler's main outs, headphone jack and/or any other output — with no latency and no processor drain on your computer. You can even create separate monitor mixes for the main outs, headphones and other outputs. Control everything from the CueMix Console™ software or directly from the Traveler's front-panel.
Bus power and extended battery operationTime to hit the road? The Traveler slides easily into your backpack or briefcase and fits neatly beneath your laptop. Record in the most remote locations with the complete freedom of battery power. You can even use the Traveler as a stand-alone mixer. Tweak your mix on the spot with the Traveler's backlit LCD and front-panel controls.
Ideal for studio and stageBack in the studio, mount the Traveler in your rack with the included rack ears. Eight channels of ADAT optical I/O make the Traveler an ideal companion for a digital console. The ADAT lightpipe connection supports sample rates up to 96kHz.
Additional featuresThe Traveler includes a 16-channel MIDI interface. Simply plug in your FireWire cable, and both MIDI and audio are ready to go. Connect any MIDI device, such as a controller keyboard, synth module, automated control surface or drum machine. Timing is sample-accurate with supporting software.
The Traveler provides cross-platform compatibility with Mac OS X (10.2.3 or higher), Windows Me/2000/XP and all of your favorite audio software and host-based effects via WDM/ASIO/Core Audio drivers. Or you can use the included AudioDesk workstation software for Macintosh, with 24-bit recording/editing and 32-bit mixing/processing/mastering.
The Traveler is everything you need to turn your computer into a mobile 24-bit, 192kHz digital audio workstation. Powered by your computer's FireWire bus, the Traveler gives you a complete, battery-operated studio wherever your recording projects take you.

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Tascam US2400 control surface

The Tascam US-2400 is the first DAW fader controller with enough faders to handle a typical recording session – and feel like a real mixing console – without lots of bank switching. The US-2400 features 24 touch-sensitive moving channel faders and a touch-sensitive motorized master fader, each with 10-bit resolution for precise level control.

Each channel has dedicated select, solo and mute controls. Twenty-four rotary encoders are provided, selectable to control pan or up to 8 aux sends. Plus all 24 encoders can also be employed as one large channel strip for four-band EQ, aux and pan control. Each encoder has a ring of LEDs that can display the current setting or double as channel meters during recording and playback.

A set of solid-feeling transport buttons are also provided, as well as a shuttle wheel and a joystick for surround panning.

Compare it to any other controller on the market today (and the extra expanders you’d have to buy to get 24 motorized faders) and you’ll discover that the US-2400 gives you more for control for the money.

Now you can use your mouse for what it’s good at and use a control surface for what it’s good at: hands-on mixing with lots of real faders, knobs & buttons.

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Yamaha Music Tenori-On

Behold the latest musical instrument from Yamaha - the Tenori-On. Its the first ever "visible musical interface". The Tenori-On is based around a 16X16 matrix of touch-sensitive LED switches that are "not mere input switches, like the keys on a keyboard, but function as individual displays that emit light that emulates intuitively the related sound".
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M-Audio Black Box

The M-Audio Black Box Drum rhythms, guitar effects and a USB audio interface all in one box.
Co-developed by M-Audio and Roger Linn Design, and endowed with AdrenaLinn technology, the Black Box is the first creative tool for guitarists that combines amp modeling, powerful beat-synced effects and drum tracks with an audio interface for computer-based recording.
The Black Box can be used as a stand-alone amp-modeling and effects unit featuring spot-on models of 12 of the greatest guitar amps of all time. 99 built-in drum patterns with tap tempo make it easy to try out different grooves and tempos.
The Black Box also incorporates tons of inspiring unique effects that automatically beat-sync to your drum patterns. A built-in microphone preamp is also included for recording and processing vocals and acoustic instruments.
One simple USB connection sends your output to your favorite computer-based recording software and syncs the Black Box drums and effects to your tracks. The Black Box gives you killer tone, groundbreaking effects, huge beats and easy recording all in a single, easy-to-use package. Amp Modeling—Vintage to Modern

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JazzMutant Lemur

The future of music controllers is here with the Jazzmutant Lemur.

LEMUR is a handy and modular touchpanel based controller designed for audio and multimedia real-time applications. Their technology associates multitouch capabilities with visual display. This bascially means that it allows the use of multiple fingers at once, thanks to its multitouch sensitive LCD.

LEMUR is provided with an extensible library of User Interface Objects such as faders, switchs, pads, keyboards, strings, etc.

Among other applications, LEMUR can be used as : a live performance instrument to play OSC compatible virtual synthesizer:

* Max/MSP/Jitter
* Traktor and Reaktor
* Audiomulch
* Sonasphere
* Pure Data
* SuperCollider

# a DJ, VJ and Light Jockey modular deck:

* Processing

# an intuitive tool to control DSP plugins and virtual instruments
# other music, video and sound processes
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Bob Moog Dies

Bob Moog the pioneer of synthesis has died at the age of 71 from brain cancer. Bob was not only someone that invented fantastic sounding instruments but made them with musicians, not scientists in mind. Without Bob, synthesizer based music may never have happened. His numerous inventions, especially the Minimoog, helped define modern music and will leave a legacy that will live on in his name.

Bob had an immense enthusiasm, which carried on well into his later years. Here is an interview he did with Sound on Sound, just a couple of years ago - Bob Moog interview

FREE IK Multimedia Amplitube!

Ik Multimedia the makers of the brilliant Amplitube virtual guitar amp have released a FREE version which features the Crunch amp model and a distortion stomp box. This version is called the Amplitube Uno and is available for free download from here
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E-MU 0404 PC Audio System

A great music PC thats ideal for anyone looking to get started producing music on a computer - complete with the E-Mu 0404 soundcard.

This music computer system will allow you to get the very best from todays advancing audio production hardware and software. This E-mu series audio system is powerful, reliable and is a great introductory workstation for audio production. This system comes as standard with the fantastic E-mu 0404 audio card and is configured for recording straight from the box.

At the heart of this computer is a robust and high quality ASUS motherboard. It has features that you won't find in a typical office machine, such as dual-channel DDR memory, the latest Socket 775 Intel processor, 6 PCI slots and Serial-ATA RAID, but most importantly it delivers the required bandwidth between processor, memory and hard drives that is required for music production applications and plugins nowadays. The system is acoustically treated to reduce noise and provide you with a more comfortable working environment.

Each Red Submarine system is individually set-up to run your preferred music software. They are thoroughly tested before shipping, and are supplied with disks containing the individual enhancements we make to ensure each system runs flawlessly (Backup image of computer - see below).

When you buy an audio workstation from Red Submarine, you'll also get the benefit of friendly and efficient technical support, often from the person who installed and tested your machine.

Standard Specification includes:
Intel Pentium-4 3.0Ghz 530 Processor
512Mb DDR Memory
80Gb S-ATA Hard Disk Drive
128Mb Graphics Card
CD-RW recorder with DVD playback for creating audio CD's
Ultra Quiet CPU cooler and Power Supply
Computer Keyboard and mouse
N.B. - computer monitor is not included as standard.

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Mackie Universal Control Surface

Unlike other control surfaces, Mackie Control Universal goes far beyond simple faders and transport controls. In fact, thanks to proprietary hardware and software protocols pioneered by Mackie, MCU gives you the most comprehensive feature set on the market. With nine 100mm Penny+ Giles optical touch-faders, a full-sized backlit LCD, V-Pots for fast tweaking of parameters and plug-ins, a full implementation of Logic Control – as well as shortcut navigation and editing for all major audio software – MCU is the first and last desktop control surface you will ever need.

Mackie Universal Control Surface

MAudio Trigger Finger MIDI Controller with Pads

Trigger Finger puts the power to program and perform expressive percussion and drum parts at your fingertips. Its 16 velocity-sensitive pads are perfect for playing the drum sounds in your favorite software, launching loops and samples, or even controlling video projections -- and applying pressure to the pads can generate any MIDI controller you wish. Trigger Finger also gives you 8 knobs and 4 faders that are freely assignable to MIDI parameters such as volume, pan, pitch, and effects. Pre-programmed maps for Reason, Live, GM Drum, XG Drum, iDrum, and more make setup a snap -- and full programmability lets you customize the unit to fit your needs. Settings are easy to store via 16 presets, and M-Audio’s free Enigma librarian software for PC and Mac lets you create a collection of even more. A simple USB cable is all it takes to connect and power Trigger Finger with your computer. It’s time to take full control of your drum programming—and Trigger Finger is the right tool for the job.

Even if you're not a beat based musician, The Maudio Trigger Finger is still worth buying, as it gives you a different way of interfacing with your software, and at just $199 you'd be mad not to buy one!
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Numark CDN90 Dual Rackmount CD Player

The CDN90 is Numark's most advanced dual CD player ever. Starting with a control module encased in a super-rigid aluminum extrusion, the CDN90 delivers bombproof construction for mobile professionals, studio, and club installations, and any other application that calls for "The Best." The CDN90 builds on our renowned line of dual CD players by integrating real-time scratching, multiple simultaneous effects, MIDI in/out for unprecedented creativity and control, user updateable firmware, and digital output. But the real beauty of the CDN90 is the way it performs intuitively, right out of the box.

Features
Real time scratching

Built-in Beatkeeper™ with auto-mixing and synchronization

Multiple DSP effects with direct access including reverse


Saves up to 3,000 cue points in memory, transferable to compatible units

±6, 12, 25, and 100% pitch control

±100% Key Lock with key control

2 complete seamless loops with 3 hot stutter starts

High-speed rotary track access with sequence programming

Adjustable startup and braking speeds

S/PDIF coax digital outputs

MIDI in/out

CDR compatible

Fader/remote start and relay

48 seconds of buffer memory for Anti-Shock™

Transport bay illumination light, all-rubber buttons

User-upgradeable; sleep mode to extend laser life
Numark CDN90 Dual Rackmount CD Player

Ibanez JEM77B Steve Vai Bad Horsie Electric Guitar

Named "Bad Horsie" after a Steve Vai song of the same name, the guitar features a "Rock Mirror" finish with matching mirror pickguard. The new model also features the signature JEM appointments of a "Monkey Grip" handle carved into the basswood body and a scooped tremolo cavity so pitches can be raised as well as lowered with the tremolo arm.

Bad Horsie joins a long line of variations of Steve Vai’s JEM signature models, which were first introduced at the Chicago NAMM show in June 1987. The guitars are considered some of the most important instruments in the history of the electric guitars. Many JEM collectors own one of every model ever made.

A hardshell case is included.

Features
Available finish: RMR Rock Mirror


Body material: basswood

Neck material: 5pc maple/walnut

Neck type/neck scale: JEM Prestige/25.5 in.

No. frets/type: 24/6105

Fingerboard: rosewood

Inlay: pearl dot

Bridge: Edge Pro

H/W color: chrome

Neck pickup: DiMarzio breed humbucker

Middle pickup: DiMarzio breed single

Bridge pickup: DiMarzio breed humbucker

Controls: 1V, 1T and 5-way switch

Other special features: clear pickguard, Lions Claw tremolo cavity, Monkey Grip.

Case: included
Ibanez JEM77B Steve Vai Bad Horsie Electric Guitar

Digidesign Digi 002 LE Rackmount FireWire Music Production System

Direct your creative outlets to the latest Pro Tools project studio innovation: Digi 002 Rack, the first-ever rackmountable FireWire-based Pro Tools product from Digidesign.

Designed with both recording and performing musicians in mind, Digi 002 Rack features analog, digital and MIDI I/O, 24-bit/96 kHz clarity, and powerful 32-track Pro Tools LE software to provide you with a creative playground like no other, on either Mac OS X or soon, Windows XP*.

Just like it's big brother, Digi 002, FireWire connectivity means your Digi 002 Rack is as portable as you want it to be. Work on Pro Tools LE sessions at home, then take Digi 002 Rack to a gig to record live inspiration. Either way, you get professional, renowned Pro Tools quality, full cross-platform session compatibility across the Pro Tools product family, and the easiest, most powerful way of affordably bringing your music to life. Whether you're a DJ, an electronic musician, a singer/songwriter, or in a band, Digi 002 Rack covers your audio and MIDI bases like only a Pro Tools solution can.

Features:
FireWire connectivity — A single FireWire/IEEE-1394 cable conveys all digital audio, MIDI data, and Pro Tools data between Digi 002 Rack and your PC or Mac

24-bit/96 kHz fidelity

18 channels of audio I/O: 8 analog (with 4 mic preamps), 8 ADAT optical, and 2 S/PDIF

Integrated MIDI I/O (16 channels in/32 channels out)

32-track Pro Tools LE 6.x software

Includes DigiRack plug-ins

Get to setting your creativity free now — check out Digi 002 Rack today!

Digidesign Digi 002 LE Rackmount FireWire Music Production System

Korg Triton Extreme 61-Key Synth Workstation

No doubt about it. This is the TRITON with attitude. The aggressive new TRITON Extreme is bursting at the seams with more of everything that has made the TRITON family the workstation of choice for tens of thousands of performers, producers and musicians the world over. Tricked out with vacuum tube processing, USB audio CD burning and data sharing, CompactFlash data storage, digital I/O and stuffed with sounds, it’s everything TRITON - taken to the Extreme.

Features

61- and 76-key: synth-action

88-key: Korg's RH2 piano-action keyboard and progressive graded hammer action.

120-note polyphony

Open Sampling system

CompactFlash data storage

160 MB of 48kHz wave ROM (1,344 programs, 50 drum kits, 1,280 combis)

New Valve Force(tm) circuitry - an onboard 12AU7 tube

16MB of RAM can be expanded to 96MB

2x USB Port

TouchView Display

Realtime controllers

4x 1/4 in. output jacks

2x 1/4 in. input jacks

S/PDIF digial RCA output

16-track, 200-song, 200,000-note sequencer



Korg Triton Extreme 61-Key Synth Workstation

Roland Fantom-X8 88-Key Sampling Workstation

The Fantom-X Series are the world’s first “Giga-Workstation” keyboards, giving musicians nearly 1GB of wave memory when fully expanded and powerful 128-voice polyphony. The synthesis section has all-new waveforms and room for 4 SRX expansions, while the sampler’s RAM can be expanded to 544MB, with an inexpensive DIMM chip - enough memory to use like a digital recorder. The Fantom-X Series is also the first line of workstation keyboards with a color LCD screen.

Features

128-voice workstations with 61-note keyboard (Fantom-X6), 76-note keyboard (Fantom-X7), or 88-note (Fantom-X8) Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard

Seamless integration of audio and MIDI using gorgeous new ROM waves and sampling with realtime timestretch capability

128MB wave ROM includes quality-focused sounds like 88-key split piano and more

32MB sample RAM expandable to 544MB with optional DIMMs

New color LCD screen - a first in a workstation keyboard!

Innovative features like Skip Back Sampling, Dynamic Pad Bank and V-LINK*

3 MFX processors, plus dedicated reverb, chorus and mastering processor

USB port for MIDI, .WAV/AIFF file exchange and 4x SRX expansion

PC card slot for backing up samples and data with up to 1GB capacity

4 Line outputs (2 stereo or 4 mono), stereo Line input and 24-bit S/PDIF I/O


Roland Fantom-X8 88-Key Sampling Workstation

Focusrite Saffire - Best Audio Interface On The Market?

NAMM Show 2005 saw the launch of the Focusrite Saffire, a new breed of Firewire interface with onboard DSP and 24-bit/192kHz processing. Saffire fuses state-of-the-art hardware with highly integrated software to take audio interfacing one giant step closer to the professional studio experience.

Four inputs (two digital) and 10 outputs (two digital) with unrivalled foldback and monitoring options ensure the engineer has all he needs to navigate through a modern recording session. Focusrite build and sound quality, intelligent front-end design and cutting-edge compression, EQ and foldback reverb software combine to guarantee an intuitive and trouble-free recording experience.

The brand new software accompanying the Saffire hardware is a revolutionary new platform from the team that produced LiquidControl and the Forte Suite. This stylish application floats comfortably over any recording software and allows extensive control over the sound of the recorded signals and the multiple (monitor and headphone) output paths.

Compression, reverb, amp modeling and EQ Saffire-powered plug-ins are included. All four are also available as a suite of plug-ins from within the recording platform in use. Up to five separate user-defined stereo mixes can be created of all incoming signals and recorded tracks from the recording platform. With such comprehensive monitoring/foldback options and onboard high quality signal processing and effects, the Saffire is truly the interface of choice for the serious recording engineer.

Saffire features at a glance:

* Ultra-low latency Firewire 400 interface with onboard DSP
* 24-bit, 192kHz integrated A-D/D-A
* Four inputs; two Focusrite preamps and SPDIF I/O
* Eight balanced outputs for creating separate headphone/monitor mixes or 7.1 surround monitoring
* Suite of Saffire-powered plug-ins; compression, EQ, amp modeling and monitor path reverb available on analogue inputs, for recording wet and or monitoring
* Free accompanying software allows the engineer to create up to five unique stereo mixes of all incoming and recorded tracks
* Plug-ins also available for use within the user's software platform
* MIDI I/O


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M-AUDIO - ProKeys 88 - 88-Key Hammer-Action Premium Stage Piano

88 hammer-action keys
stunning 3-layer stereo grand piano
large 64MB sound bank with 14 world-class instruments
built-in MIDI controller functionality
best digital stage piano value on the market
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The ProKeys 88 is the premium digital stage piano that doubles as a great MIDI controller. ProKeys 88 gives you a lot more sound bank memory than even the closest competitor, loaded with larger, more realistic samples—14 world-class instruments in all, including split/layer capabilities. We paired those great sounds with an 88-key hammer-action keyboard, delivering a realistic feel to satisfy the most demanding pro. The ProKeys 88 is also a great master controller keyboard, including a built-in USB MIDI interface for easy direct connection to your PC or Mac, MIDI In and Out jacks to communicate with other MIDI gear, pitch and modulation wheels, sequencer controls and more. ProKeys 88 pulls out all the stops in creating the ultimate playing experience in an affordable digital stage piano.



M-AUDIO - ProKeys 88 - 88-Key Hammer-Action Premium Stage Piano

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Numark - iDJ Mixing Console for iPod

The iDJ is a 2-channel mixer that enables mobile DJs and iPod enthusiasts to seamlessly integrate their portable music libraries with other music and sound reinforcement systems�transforming the iPod from a personal music player into a source playback device. With its compact form factor, comprehensive feature set, and a blue on white aesthetic appeal that blends perfectly with the iPod, the iDJ makes the music more accessible and the party better than ever.


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Propellerhead Software

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Combinator - part II

As an aspiring Combinator aficionado you will probably go through these two phases:

Phase 1: Awe. "Woah, I'm gonna build like the biggest, baddest, meanest synth evverr!".

Phase 2: Sanity. "OK, that was fun... but now I want to create something truly useful".

Combinators don't have to be gargantuan, complex CPU hogs - they can be lean and efficient too. We're going to continue with the theme we started in part one of this article and build a few more "replacement" Combinators; the term 'replacement' signifying that these Combinators can do everything that the original devices do, and then some - so why not let them replace the standard devices in your compositions?

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Bargain Tascam US428 For Sale

Tascam and Frontier Design Group have partnered together to create the first major innovation in USB-based audio. Start with a fully 24-bit front end, with 2 XLR inputs, 2 balanced 1/4 in. TRS inputs, 2 unbalanced 1/4 in. inputs (switchable to Hi-Z), and S/PDIF I/O. Four channels of audio in and 2 out simultaneously via USB. No opening your computer, no sound card to install — it's USB, so you can even hot-plug it.

You'll spend a lot less time mousing your mix with the US-428. It's got real tactile controls for the most-used functions in your DAW applications. Transport, mute/solo, and locate keys, unlimited banks of 8 faders, an EQ module that supports control of up to 4 bands of fully parametric EQ, plus 4 aux sends and a panpot. It's even got 32 channels of MIDI I/O. Use one for your keys and modules and the other for MTC to lock your MTC-capable tape tracks to your computer.


Features

PC or Mac compatible via USB interface
24-bit D/A and A/D converters
4 in (analog or S/PDIF) and 2 out simultaneously
2 independent MIDI I/O
Supports unlimited banks of 8 faders
Dedicated EQ, Aux, and Pan controllers

Why I'm Selling It

This has been my audio interface for the last couple of years but I'm moving to Canada in a couple of months where the voltage is different. I have looked after it well and the condition of the unit is very good. It comes with a AC power adapter, Installation CD with a version of Cubase and a USB lead. I will also copy the latest drivers and manual onto a CD.

I will be sorry to see it go and it has been an excellent piece of kit for the following reasons:-
1. The audio quality is brilliant. I've recorded everything through it guitar, bass, vocals etc. and the results are excellent, as you would expect with Tascam.

2. Using the Tascam as a midi controller allows you 'hands on' control of your software such as Reason, Logic or Cubase. I can't tell you how much fun a sequencer is once you have 9 sliders to play with!

3. The unit is solidly built and the drivers are very stable - I've had no compatability problems and I've used it on four different PC's.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to pick up a piece of pro audio for a fraction of the original £399 I paid.

Go on treat yourself!

eBay.co.uk: Tascam US428 USB Audio Interface & Midi Controller (item 7342866696 end time 21-Aug-05 18:11:49 BST)

Ableton Live 5 Released!

Ableton is proud to announce the release of Live 5, the team's biggest development effort since the initial release of Live in 2001. The version 5 feature set extends each aspect of Live - from creation to production to performance - while making the program easier and even more fun to use.

DAW Features. Live 5 includes advanced and creative DAW features to satisfy any audio professional. Read more about clip Freeze, plug-in delay compensation, launchable Arrangement locators and Mackie Control support. Details...

Remix Features. Get ready to remix! Live 5 includes a host of new remix-minded features, assuring instant remix and mash-up gratification. MP3 support, automatic tempo-matching, Complex Warp Mode and the new clip transport make remixing a breeze. Details...

Organizational Tools. Never lose ideas again! Live 5 features simple tools for saving, previewing and accessing any idea on your hard drive. Explore the new "Live Clip" file format, better browsing, new preset management, Device Groups and the new library. Details...

Instruments and Effects. Live 5 introduces a selection of innovative new devices, bringing even more creative possibilities. Check out Beat Repeat, Phaser, Flanger, Auto Pan, Saturator, Arpeggiator and the updated Simpler. Details...

Live 5 also brings countless improvements to existing features; for instance, you can change the properties of multiple clips at once, resize and minimize the width of tracks in the Session View, use right-click context menus for most functions and use a count-in for recording. Version 5 is even easier to learn thanks to a new set of lessons and an improved lesson reader.

On this occasion, we would like to express our special gratitude to the Live users. Your support has allowed us to augment the development team with new talent, helping us to make Live 5 such an early reality!

Ableton Live 5 Available Here! UK
Ableton Live 5 Available Here! USA

SOS Home

SOS Home: " Get your free 50-page live sound supplement with the September issue of Sound On Sound
The September 2005 UK/EU edition of SOS is on sale from Thursday the 18th of August and includes the free quarterly Sound On Sound LIVE supplement, packed with live sound gear news, reviews and techniques."

Peff.com (v3.4.1)

Spectralis Filter - SF10.cmb No - not based on the device Spectralis. The name is derived from the filter spectrum modulation patch. Vocoder Bands randomly modulated to create a dancing filter effect.

Peff.com (v3.4.1)

Combinator HQ

OK! The time has come. We have had six entry to the contest. It is now up to the fate of the community to decide the best. The voting period is open for two weeks and will end on 21 August so be sure to cast your ballot. Good luck to the participators.

Combinator HQ

reason - Digital Village

reason - Digital Village