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NAMM 2017: Bitwig and Bastl collaboration still requires a DC Coupled interface
19 Jan 2017 · It was too good to be true! You still need a DC coupled interface to use Bitwig Studio 2 to interface with modular over CV. The Bastl box helps but doesn't solve the issue for regular interfaces.
NAMM 2017: IK Multimedia iRig Pro I/O – more for your pocket?
19 Jan 2017 · IK Multimedia extends it iRig series with the iRig Pro I/O pocket studio, which adds some useful features, while tempting you with free programs and apps to get you hooked on IK's software...
Amphion MobileOne12: Too small for a big sound?
18 Jan 2017 · Amphion package their One12 monitors with amp and cables in a wooden carry case for release at NAMM2017. But at this size, do they have enough low-end to produce the goods?
Do Bitwig and Bastl hold the keys to computer Eurorack integration?
18 Jan 2017 · Bastl post a mysterious image on Instagram of a device used in their collaboration with Bitwig. Could this be the DAW-to-Eurorack connection we've been after?
SSL Sigma Delta 2.1: In a league of its own?
17 Jan 2017 · SSL's rack-mounted analogue summing mixer Sigma Delta was already an interesting product, but with the version 2.1 update, it's moved way ahead of the competition.
Pakotec Rent-a-Plugin: a new way to access great processing?
16 Jan 2017 · Pakotec announce a rental platform for accessing plugins. Will the biggest plug-in developers make their effects and virtual instruments available this way?
Softube: Can we expect a NAMM revamp of Console 1?
16 Jan 2017 · Softube have recently restated that Console 1 is alive and kicking - and now rumour has it there's an update announcement slated for NAMM 2017....
JoeCo BBWR24B stokes up audio interface ‘war’ at NAMM 2017
15 Jan 2017 · JoeCo are to premiere a 'budget' BLUEBOX audio interface, with 24 line and 16 ADAT inputs and 24 line outputs. But the new box is already facing stiff competition from recently announced RME and Focusrite ...
Music tech predictions for NAMM 2017
14 Jan 2017 · Robin dredges the depths of his imagination to gather some plausibly unlikely predictions for new technology we may find at NAMM 2017.
Can the S Series bring ADAM back into the pro audio game?
13 Jan 2017 · Adam are back and under new management, but can the once-troubled monitor manufacturer win back its many fans with the S Series?
Bitwig announce Bitwig Studio 2
12 Jan 2017 · Bitwig Studio 2 focuses on modulation, device manipulation and CV/Gate integration as well as fixing most of the stuff that's been lacking.
RME previews Fireface UFX II ahead of NAMM 2017
12 Jan 2017 · RME are teasing us with the goods, ahead of next weeks NAMM show. They will be presenting their new Fireface UFX II with 60 channels connected via USB2.
Is Mackie pricing its AXIS digital mixer system into obscurity?
11 Jan 2017 · Announced almost a year ago, Mackie's AXIS live digital mixing system is finally shipping - but a quick look at the price list suggests this could be a prohibitively expensive system to implement fully...
A&H dLive C Class to provide S Class tech for smaller venues
11 Jan 2017 · The dLive S Class by Allen & Heath is to get a new set of smaller but compatible siblings in the form of a new C Class, with the same tech in a more compact form factor.
New Eventide mystery video teaser for “Structural Effects”
11 Jan 2017 · We are watching Eventide closely for some highly anticipated releases - Is this 'Structural Effects' video about an imminent plug-in release?
How “game-changing” is Antelope’s Orion32 HD interface?
09 Jan 2017 · Antelope previously proclaimed the imminent launch of a "game-changing" recording interface at NAMM - last night they announced the Orion32 HD. How revolutionary can this new interface be?
It’s (finally) official: AKAI to launch MPC X and MPC Live
09 Jan 2017 · The rumour mill was right: full details are now available of two new AKAI Professional workstations, both with touch screens and featuring the MPC 2.0 software.
Focusrite Scarlett OctoPre: Worth getting in the red for?
08 Jan 2017 · So you need to add 8 preamps to your studio, and you fancy some Focusrite gear - will these new units warrant digging a bit deeper into your pocket?
NAMM 2017: PMC to show next-gen MB3 and BB6 monitors
07 Jan 2017 · PMC has announced it is presenting a new series of main monitors at NAMM in a couple of weeks - the next-generation MB3 and BB6 are almost upon us.
CES: Roland reveals Rubix audio interfaces
05 Jan 2017 · Roland introduces three sizes of Rubix USB audio interfaces and puts a useful compressor/limiter on two and a ground lift on all three.
Behringer X32 soon to support SD Card Recording?
02 Jan 2017 · Direct recording to USB or SD card on digital consoles is now a common feature, but perhaps it's time for the X32 - which began the budget desk era - to also add what is on the verge of becoming a standard ...
Simon’s Picks 2016: Cakewalk, PreSonus, Townsend and more…
28 Dec 2016 · A year of new pro audio toys has nearly passed and so has the first year of Gearnews. Here's my top 5 products that have stood out for me this year.