Free Novation Launchpad App Available Now

Pair up with Launchkey for synth and loop action

Novation's Launchpad app has just been released in the App store and its free!

Based on some of the hardware Launchpad's features, it gives you control via pads and virtual faders.
It also comes with a bunch of sounds from Loopmasters to get you going.

• 8x6 Launchpad grid for triggering up to 8 loops and sounds at a time
• 8 Volume sliders
• FX section for adding simple beat repeating and synced Filter effects
• Premium content library from Loopmasters
• Global Tempo change
• Edit mode for replacing samples
• Autosave - never lose your session changes
• The Launchpad iPad app is designed to work alongside the Novation Launchkey iPad app. A powerful and unique analogue modelling synthesiser, which uses interactive, hands-on graphics to give you a fast and fun way to add synth lines to your music.
• Novation Launchpad is an iPad app and is not compatible with iPhone or iPod Touch.

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Acoustic Absorption Panels Now Available

Auralex Studiofoam T eliminates standing waves and flutter echo

Auralex Acoustics is now shipping its new Studiofoam T Acoustic Absorption Panels. Auralex tells us that their latest Studiofoam profile, Studiofoam T provides the absorption performance that Studiofoam is famous for with a more contemporary look. Studiofoam T eliminates standing waves and flutter echo while reducing unwanted reflections. The unique 2" profile is available in a 2' x 2' or 2' x 4' format and can be mixed with other Auralex Studiofoam profiles, making possible a wide variety of aesthetic designs.

The new panels' unique design features a repeating T profile pattern, making them appropriate for a variety of professional and residential applications. The panels are available in three popular colors and are made from Auralex's long-lasting, melamine-free formula, which won't crumble with age. The Auralex Studiofoam T was developed out of Auralex's clients' desire to have a price-conscious Studiofoam solution with a completely unique and modern aesthetic. This upscale design offers increased low-frequency absorption and a tasteful, seamless appearance.

Features:

• Eliminates standing waves and flutter echo
• Reduces unwanted reflections
• Decreases slap-back and room ring
• Tames full-frequency bandwidth
• Available colors: charcoal, burgundy & purple
• Unique aesthetic at home in residential settings
• Easy installation using Foamtak™ spray adhesive, Tubetak Pro™ liquid adhesive or E-Z Stick Pro™ Tabs
• Proprietary Auralex formula that lasts and lasts

Pricing and Availability:
See website

More information:
www.auralex.com

Win A MASCHINE

Prime Plugins launches a new promotion

Prime Plugins are giving away the Maschine by Native Instruments as well as a load of Prime Loopscombo packs in a new promotion. All you have to do is join their mailing list for a chance to win.

A spokesperson told us, "This fantastic sequencer and multi effects unit is a must have for anyone producing or performing with samples, sound shaping or tweaking. Also, it just looks amazing."

Pricing and Availability:
Free entry

More information:
Prime Plugins

See New Studio Vocal Mic In Action

Audio-Technica demonstrates their new AT5040 in a YouTube video

In a recent YouTube clip, Audio-Technica lays out the features and pioneering technology involved in the development of the AT5040 Studio Vocal Microphone, demonstrating what they say is groundbreaking design and performance.

Pricing and Availability:
The AT5040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone is available now with a U.S. MSRP of $2,999.00

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Plug-In Giveaway

DontCrack offer a Plug & Mix plug-in to Facebook users

DontCrack has been in touch to tell us that, for a time limited period you can get a free Plug & Mix plug-in in exchange for a "like" on Facebook.

Simply follow the instructions to get the $59 plug-in of your choice (40 plug-ins to choose from).

Pricing and Availability:
Free

More information:
www.plugandmix.com

30 Pad Chord Progressions In MIDI Format

Equinox Sounds releases Chillout MIDI Pad Chord Progressions

Equinox Sounds tells us that Chillout MIDI Pad Chord Progressions features 30 blissed-out pad chord progressions in MIDI format for creating the melodic foundations for Chillout, Ambient and Downtempo music tracks. They say that these chord progressions are also perfect as a basis for music for TV and film.

A spokesperson told us, "As these melodies are supplied in MIDI format, they will provide you with as much flexibility as possible. You can edit and transpose them, assign any sound you want and get your own and original melodic lines. The editing possibilities are endless as you can play the performances at any tempo or pitch without artefacts. You can use these MIDI files as a jumping-off point to start your own track or base your production entirely around them as they are 100% royalty-free."

Product Features:

• 30 MIDI Pad Chord Progressions
• 100% Royalty-Free
• Suitable for Chillout, Ambient, Downtempo, Soundtrack & TV music

Pricing and Availability:
Chillout MIDI Pad Chord Progressions is currently available for $19.95 as a download.

More information:
www.equinoxsounds.com

Max (in 64bit) for Live

Cycling '74 releases public beta of Max 6.1

As we all eagerly await the arrival of Live 9 on March 5th, the boffins down at Cycling '74 have been busily preparing Max to fall in line with Live. Although this is only a beta release, many changes have been made to support the 64bit architecture. The full release notes can be read here which detail all the changes including new Gen features, improved load times, and other optimisations.

MaxforLive is now fully included in the suite bundle of Live 9. As well as a host of 25 new devices bundled with it, including new drum synths and a convolution reverb. And I suspect that this move will get more people at least using the MaxforLive even if they wouldn't dare to enter the world of the patcher, abstraction, jitter, Gen, MSP etc etc...

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