MOTU ships UltraLite Mk4 interface
02 Nov 2016 in Studio
When it comes to choosing an audio interface, feature set can be one of the biggest deciders. MOTU's UltraLite Mk4 seems to offer everything you might need.
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Focusrite finally release Windows drivers for Clarett Interfaces
29 Oct 2016 in Studio
From the 10th November, Windows users will benefit from drivers for the Clarett range of Thunderbolt interfaces. Great news, even if it's quite late.
Apple’s MacBook Pro Touch Bar: A new audio production tool?
28 Oct 2016 in Studio
Apple's new MacBook Pro has been announced, featuring a new Touch Bar. We take a look at the interactive possibilities for DAW's.
Does McDSP’s new AE600 Active EQ offer too much power?
25 Oct 2016 in Studio
The AE400 'Active' EQ from McDSP receives an update, adding even more control with a crazy amount power. Is the AE600 a case of "too much of a good thing"?
Waves build new Greg Wells’ ToneCentric plug-in
Greg Wells describes his latest ToneCentric plug-in for Waves as a "homage to the great analog gear that leaves a wonderful sonic footprint on your sound". Is this new effect genuinely useful or just shameless ...
Focusrite publish free iOS Control App
20 Oct 2016 in Studio
Recent Focusrite audio interfaces can now be remotely controlled via a free iOS Control App. These interfaces just keep getting better.
Can Warm Audio land a Christmas number 1 with the WA-412?
20 Oct 2016 in Studio
Warm Audio have done it again, emulating another piece of classic hardware. Will these 4 'API-style' mic pres be on the top of your Christmas list?
Cakewalk give away their CA-2A, for FREE!
The LA-2A is one of the most emulated compressors ever. Cakewalk's CA-2A is one of the best emulations, and now you can get it free for a limited time!
DESTRUCTOR! Blue Cat’s suitably named distortion effect plug-in
Blue Cat Audio promise their new distortion plug-in Destructor will go to 11, and everywhere in-between. And it features guitar amp simulation, too.
Acustica release SSL-modelled plugin bundle: SAND FAB4
16 Oct 2016 in Studio
Acustica has again applied its sample-based CORE9 processing to emulate a classic British mixing console EQ, dynamics and control features.
Elysia’s “compressor from the future”: Mpressor 500
12 Oct 2016 in Studio
The well-respected compressor from Elysia is now available as a mono 500 series module. The Mpressor 500 also has a unique new saturation feature.
Ocean Way RM1-B ribbon mic reaches 25kHz!
11 Oct 2016 in Studio
Is this the beginning of a new era for ribbon microphones? Ocean Way Audio's new RM1-B has high-intensity magnets to deliver a full-bandwidth.
Turning heads: KLANG:fabrik 3D binaural in-ear mixing
Based on 3D binaural processing, this new in-ear monitoring system has caught our attention. Fabrik by KLANG is a whole new experience.
PreSonus takes on the X32 with StudioLive 32
07 Oct 2016 in Live
Finally the PreSonus teaser reveals more details. Introducing the StudioLive 32, a new small format digital recording console - with motorised faders!
The Soundelux U195 Mic with ‘FAT’ switch is back!
06 Oct 2016 in Studio
This is the third time the U195 by David Bock has been brought to market. Now with an improved capsule, the U195 retains it's famous 'FAT' switch.
JBL 7 Series: A powerful new passive monitor – for music production?
04 Oct 2016 in Studio
With lessons learnt from their flagship monitors and live sound products, JBL announced their new 7 Series at AES this weekend. But is this passive speaker solution also suited to music production?
AES 2016: API large-format Legacy AXS Console
03 Oct 2016 in Studio
API announced the new Legacy AXS console at AES 2016 this weekend, the latest large-format analogue console to the API range.
AES 2016: Avid unveil new HD interface Pro Tools MTRX
02 Oct 2016 in Studio
Avid have announced a new interface for Pro Tools HDX and HD Native platforms, which is effectively a rebadged version of the DAD AX32 interface.
AES 2016: Waves Abbey Road Vinyl Plug-in
30 Sep 2016 in Studio
Waves have partnered with Abbey Road again, this time emulating a model of their vinyl cutting and mastering gear, to add some vintage warmth to your mixes.
Apogee Element Series Thunderbolt Interfaces
29 Sep 2016 in Studio
Is this round 2 of the Apogee vs Focusrite Thunderbolt 'inter-face-off'? These new Element Thunderbolt interfaces almost mirror the Focusrite Clarett range.
sE Electronics V Series dynamic mics and X1 A Condenser
The cheap but very cheerful X1 condenser microphone from sE receives an update, and an affordable duo of dynamic mics surface from sE Electronics.
Mackie add new reverbs with Master Fader version 4.5
28 Sep 2016 in Studio
Mackie have released an update for their digital console control app, Master Fader. Version 4.5 adds long-awaited new reverbs.
AES 2016: Telefunken to launch 4 new DI Boxes
27 Sep 2016 in Studio
Telefunken have announced they will be introducing four new DI boxes at AES 2016. Check out this video of Telefunken R&D poring beer over them!
Change the polar pattern after recording with the Lewitt LCT 640 TS
26 Sep 2016 in Studio
The LCT 640 TS is a multi-pattern studio condenser microphone, with dual outputs that let you change the polar pattern via a plug-in, even while you're mixing!