Create and Remix Classic Arcade Game Music on your iPhone or iPod touch
CAMBRIDGE, MA (July 30, 2009) – iZotope, Inc. has released iDrum Video Game Edition, the latest addition to their popular drum machine Apps for Apple’s iPhone and iPod touch. iDrum Video Game Edition lets you relive the glory days of arcade video games by remixing soundtracks reminiscent of the classics.
“Similar to the popularity of reproducing the old sound of vinyl in hip-hop, there’s been a recent resurgence of this retro video game music genre, now called chiptunes or chip music,” said Mark Ethier, CEO of iZotope, Inc. “iDrum Video Game Edition opens up this style of music to more people, allowing them to interact creatively with retro game music. You don’t have to be a connoisseur of chiptunes to appreciate this edition, and even though it’s not a game, it’s definitely as fun and more
Award-winning music school Point Blank has expanded it’s range of online music programmes with a new course aimed at producers of Trance. The course is the latest in their Pro Producer series and will be enrolling monthly from August 31st. Taught on Logic 8, the four week course is priced at $489.
The course has been developed in association with Grammy-nominated producer and remixer Mike Koglin and reveals the production techniques behind a variety of current trance styles from the likes of Deadmau5, Sander van Doorn, Above & Beyond, Armin van Buuren and Tiesto. It includes a wealth of course materials including tutorial videos, comprehensive notes, samples, song files and other resources. Each week students have the opportunity to upload their own tracks and get personal feedback, tips more
Stanton DJ, an industry leader in the design and manufacture of professional audio products for DJs, announced today software updates to their award-winning SCS.1 and SCS.3 product lines. The SC System is Stanton’s innovative line of digital controllers for the professional DJ, and is currently comprised of the SCS.1d deck controller, SCS.1m mix controller, the SCS.3d touch sensitive deck controller, and the SCS.3m touch sensitive mix controller. The free software updates enhance the System’s features and compatibility with leading industry applications.
The updates consist of a new version of DaRouter, Stanton’s innovative MIDI and system control software that allows the SC System controllers the ability to send and receive information from host applications. For the SCS.1 products, the new version has automatic firmware checking and updates, improvements for better performance of scratch detection and encoders, and a more responsive motorized slider. New DaRouter more
~ Top Studio Designer Recommends Auralex Products for High-Profile Projects ~
NASHVILLE, TN - Carl Tatz Design, a leading acoustical design consultant service, recently incorporated Auralex Acoustics into the design of several home recording spaces for some of Nashville’s stars. Some of these high-profile installations include residential studios for hit country music group Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus (bass) and Joe Don Rooney (lead guitar), as well as for Christian music producer/engineer Derek West.
DeMarcus, a big fan of Auralex products, already installed the company’s SpaceCouplers in his previous home studio, also designed by Carl Tatz Design. When DeMarcus purchased a new home, it was fitting that he would once again turn to Tatz who recommended Auralex acoustical treatments for his new studio space. Entitled The Grip Studios, DeMarcus’ home studio consists of a main control room, main tracking room more
Learn how to create, produce, and perform with Ableton Live
Ontario, Canada (July 28, 2009) – ASK Video Interactive Media, a leading creator of software tutorials on DVD, announces a new two-part series on Live 8, Ableton’s latest software for composing, producing, and performing music.
Ableton Live expert Morgan Pottruff (aka Morg) returns in this updated series to bring you 66 high-quality videos for more than 6 hours of instruction on 2 DVDs. Level 1 is designed to get new users up a running quickly as well as brief intermediate and advanced on new features and functionality in version 8. Level 1 begins with basics such as Installation, Setup, The Menus, Browser, The Control Bar, and The Mixer and takes you through Warping, Effects, MIDI and ReWire.
The Level 2 DVD continues through intermediate topics like Looper, Cue Monitoring, DJing with Live and Drum Rack before advancing to Clip Envelopes, Sampler, File Management and Control Surfaces. The Level 2 DVD concludes with bonus Tips and Tricks chapters for advanced users.
ASK Video’s easy to use interface and chapter system make the Live 8 DVD series a great reference tool for newcomers or professionals. Watch the entire DVD in succession or go directly to chapters of interest.
Pricing and Availability:
Live 8 Level 1 and 2 Tutorial DVDs are available for pre-order at a 20% discounted price of $39.99 USD each or $75.99 USD for the bundle. Regular price is $49.99 USD each or $89.99 for the bundle. Ordering information and video examples are available at http://www.askvideo.com.
Duality is the Centerpiece for the Recording Arts and Technology Degree Program
CLEVELAND, OH – The new 75,000 square foot Center for Creative Arts building at Cuyahoga Community College Metropolitan campus is packed with four floors of studios and performance space and is the home for the Recording Arts and Technology degree program. A 48-channel Solid State Logic Duality console is the centerpiece for the flagship ‘Studio A’ teaching complex. more
Leading CE retailer to stock Ultrasone’s HFI-450, PRO 650, DJ1 and Zino
Wildomar, Calif. - (July 28, 2009) – Ultrasone Inc., distributor for German headphone manufacturer Ultrasone AG, is proud to announce a retail partnership with Fry’s Electronics to sell Ultrasone’s HFI-450, PRO 650, DJ1 and Zino headphones. Fry’s operates 34 stores nationwide and each store will carry Ultrasone’s headphones, in addition to being available online on www.Frys.com.
“Having our headphones stocked in one of the nation’s most renowned retailers is a tremendous step for our company and I couldn’t be more proud,” commented Paul Taylor, President of Ultrasone Inc. “Fry’s recognized the unique value proposition that our headphones deliver. Not only are Ultrasone headphones among the best sounding in the world, but our radiation and sound pressure reducing technologies demonstrate our commitment to protecting our customer’s health.”
For additional information on Ultrasone’s headphones or the Fry’s Electronics retail partnership, please contact PR Representative Brian Metcalf at (305) 576-1171 x11 or by e-mail at brianmetcalf@maxborgesagency.com. To learn more about Ultrasone, go to www.ultrasone.com
About Ultrasone
Based near Munich, Germany, Ultrasone AG has been manufacturing headphones for the audio market for over 17 years, during which time the company has developed and applied for more than 60 patents for its innovative technology. The company’s unique, patented S-Logic™ technology creates natural surround sound without the use of additional electronic devices. Ultrasone headphones represent a safer listening experience by reducing sound pressure on the ear drum by up to 40% and also by offering shielding from EMF radiation up to 98% through the use of patented ULE (ultra low emission) technology. For more information about Ultrasone headphones, go to www.ultrasone.com.
TOMBALL, TX – Digital Services Recording Studio enjoys a long history of providing a professional recording environment to top artists as varied as The Rolling Stones, Barbra Streisand, the Houston Symphony, Destiny’s Child and Chamillionaire, to name a few. The studio recently replaced their aging hit maker SSL 6000 series console with a new 48-channel Duality console. The Duality gives the studio SSL’s signature SuperAnalogue™ sound, while providing on console control of the Pro Tools® system. more
Comprehensive Tutorial DVD on Antares Auto-Tune Announced
ASK Video Interactive Media, a leading creator of software tutorials on DVD, announces a new, comprehensive tutorial DVD for Antares Auto-Tune pitch correction software.
Sound designer, documentary filmmaker, 3D animator and Auto-Tune expert Chris Butcher will help you master Auto-Tune’s many features, from the basic Automatic Vocal Effect to the advanced Graphical Correction mode and everything in between. Both the EVO and EFX versions are covered in 24 high-quality video chapters comprising nearly 2 hours of professional instruction.
“Auto-Tune has become a must-have tool in many audio production environments,” says Steve Kostrey, President of ASK Video. “This DVD will get you up to speed in less than 2 hours and help you get more from Auto-Tune than months of navigating the program on your own.”
ASK Video’s easy to use interface and chapter system make the Auto-Tune Tutorial DVD a great reference tool for newcomers or professionals. Watch the entire DVD in succession or go directly to chapters of interest. In addition to detailed demonstrations of features and techniques, Butcher also explains the underlying concepts of pitch correction to help you get the most from the program.
Pricing and Availability:
Auto-Tune Tutorial DVD is available for pre-order at a 20% discounted price of $39.99 USD through July 31, 2009. Regular price is $49.99 USD. Ordering information and video examples are available at http://www.askvideo.com.
Lady Gaga’s famed music director, Walter Millsap III, chooses Ultrasone’s PRO 750 headphone
Wildomar, Calif. - (July 17, 2009) – Ultrasone Inc., distributor for German headphone manufacturer Ultrasone AG, is proud to announce that its PRO 750 headphone has been chosen by Walter Millsap III as his official reference headphone. Walter is currently working as the Music Director for pop sensation Lady Gaga and will utilize his Ultrasone PRO 750s during Lady Gaga’s upcoming tour. In addition to working with Lady Gaga, Walter has previously worked with artists such as Alicia Keys, Beyonce, Brandy, Jennifer Lopez, and LL Cool J.
“Walter has built a reputation as one of the marquee producers/engineers and music directors in the entire music industry,” remarked Paul Taylor, President of Ultrasone Inc. “To think that Walter has helped shape some of today’s most influential music while using Ultrasone headphones is a deeply gratifying for me and the entire Ultrasone family.”
For additional information on Ultrasone’s PRO 750 headphones, please contact PR Representative Brian Metcalf at (305) 576-1171 x11 or by e-mail at brianmetcalf@maxborgesagency.com. To learn more about Ultrasone, go to www.ultrasone.com.
About Ultrasone
Based near Munich, Germany, Ultrasone AG has been manufacturing headphones for the audio market for over 17 years, during which time the company has developed and applied for more than 60 patents for its innovative technology. The company’s unique, patented S-Logic™ technology creates natural surround sound without the use of additional electronic devices. Ultrasone headphones represent a safer listening experience by reducing sound pressure on the ear drum by up to 40% and also by offering shielding from EMF radiation up to 98% through the use of patented ULE (ultra low emission) technology. For more information about Ultrasone headphones, go to www.ultrasone.com.
