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iZotope, Inc., a leading innovator in audio signal processing technology, has released iZotope RX™ audio restoration plug-ins, featuring the essential tools for cleaning and restoring audio. Available for VST, Audio Unit, MAS, ProTools (RTAS, AudioSuite), and DirectX, the plug-ins are now included with the award-winning standalone version for the same price of $349. Current RX customers will be able to download the update free of charge. (more…)

30 hard hitting multi-velocity professional kits cover an incredibly broad spectrum of musical styles. From authentic acoustic kits to contemporary electronic collections and ethnic percussion from around the world.

Complete and PERFECTLY TUNED world famous Maple & Birch Drum Kits with DEEP Bass Drums, Toms, Side Sticks, ChinaCymbals, Splash Cymbals, Ride Cymbals, Crisp-SnappingSnares, Rim hits, and more. Add to that 12 WORLD PERCUSSION DRUMMING SOFTWARE instruments: (more…)

Based upon Focal proprietary driver technology, the new CMS 65 and CMS50 are two new active nearfield studio monitors that offers outstanding performance and exceptional versatility in a price segment that rarely sees any breakthrough innovation.

The superbly finished aluminium die-cast cabinets are bringing unconditional rigidity while internal damping and bracing sets the monitor free from unwanted colorations. (more…)

SKB Corporation, a leader in the protection and transport of musical instruments, electronics and gear, has begun shipping its new 6U 20″ rolling Shock Rack case (model number 3SKB-R06U20W). The new unit enhances previous SKB offerings by adding wheels and a sturdy pull handle, as well as updated TSA lock trigger latches and upgradeable elastomeric shocks.

As with all SKB shockmount cases, the rolling Shock Rack provides a rotationally molded tough shell with integrally molded valiance, and it comes standard with eight elastomeric shocks (load range 40 to 150 lbs). The load range can be enhanced by adding an additional shock on each mounting point (load range 300 lbs). (more…)

DiGiCo will exhibit at the upcoming at NAB Show 2008, Las Vegas, NV (April 14-17 2008), Booth #N9133, along with its U.S. distributor Group One, Ltd. Spotlighting the compact Soundtracs DS-00 digital console, NAB will also be the first unveiling in the U.S. of DiGiCo’s progressive SD7 system featuring ‘Stealth Digital Processing’. Hailed as the future of digital mixing technology, come see what the media has been buzzing about since the console’s preview in Europe last year.

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The downloadable sample collection set features the most recording drums of all time — the Yamaha Recording Customs. The Birch shells offer crisp highs and a tight low-end, without a touch of processing. Not that any was needed with these beautiful sounding drums, made only better by a great drum room. An ideal kit for all styles of rock, country and country-rock music, but equally at home for rock and alt-rock styles. (more…)

DigiTech® is now shipping its new RP500 Integrated Effect Switching System. The RP500 packs professional effects into a box that is not only easy to use but gives the player extended control over their tones like expensive switching systems used by the pros. The RP500 has two special modes, Pedalboard and Amp/Cabinet Bypass that customize the operation of the unit. (more…)

The Neumann TLM 103 D, the next classic microphone to enter the digital realm, will make its debut at the 2008 NAB Show. When used in conjunction with digital workstations, digital Solution-D microphone technology makes life easier for users. The integrated, extremely fast peak limiter guarantees optimal recording levels at all times. Likewise, the Neumann A/D converter built into the microphone eliminates the necessity of tedious experimentation with external converters and preamps. (more…)

Elation Professional has made a major breakthrough in RGB LED fixtures: the introduction of tri-color LEDs. Instead of each LED lamp being a single color, the new tri-color technology makes it possible for each lens to contain a combination of three 1-watt LEDs — red, green and blue. This advanced 3-color innovation gives users tremendous advantages over single-color LEDs, including improved RGB color mixing, the elimination of multi-color shadows, and a much brighter, more even field. (more…)

Scat-style vocals from Dee Dee McNeil
The first collection is “Scat Queen” ($39) by acclaimed vocalist Dee Dee McNeil. Featuring over 200 unique vocal scats, phrases, and one-shots, McNeil’s smooth and sultry voice — recorded at 90, 100, and 127 BPM — will add cool jazz character to any track. These freestyle vocal phrases are arranged conveniently into multis by tempo/key, and by tempo/1st syllable. It’s up to the user to decide whether to play them dry or adjust the Mod Wheel to add a bit of reverb/delay. (more…)