Tranzen Music 2 - Open Labs with Omnisphere

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YouTube via Neuron7777777 | October 06, 2010

Spot the Hartmann Neuron

"Synthesizer space music - improv"

ArcAttack Electrifies Texas Rockfest pt. 1

YouTube via OpenLabsInc | April 08, 2009
Tesla Popcorn
"Austin's own ArcAttack plays Texas Rockfest during SXSW. ArcAttack uses a MiKo to power two self-built Tesla coils, that produce "singing lightning bolts" which require no speakers. ArcAttack controls the coils through MIDI, as well as a full drum set controlled by robotic mechanisms. ArcAttack are taking their MiKo on a European tour this summer, 2009. For more information on ArcAttack, visit their website at www.arcattack.com."

ArcAttack Electrifies Texas Rockfest pt. 2

Tesla Dr. Who

ArcAttack Electrifies Texas Rockfest pt. 3


ArcAttack Electrifies Texas Rockfest pt. 4

Open Labs Miko LX4 workstation

via this auction

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A Word From the New Owners of Open Labs

via Open Labs:

"Thank you for being a customer of Open Labs products. As you probably heard, there are new owners of Open Labs. The primary reason we acquired the assets was the outstanding relationship that the artists and producers had with the old company.

We want to assure you that we are committed to you and the products that allow you to create, produce and perform. We will honor the warranties, orders, and upgrades that were taken by the old company and look forward to servicing your needs in the future.

While the IP is impressive, the products are outstanding, and the customer service is world class, we know that the company is dependent upon you for success. Therefore, we would like to present you an opportunity to upgrade to RiFF 2.0 at a reduced cost. We are offering a 25% discount to all current customers that would like to upgrade the products to RiFF 2.0 in the next 45 days.

Thank you for your support in the past. We look forward to a mutually beneficial relationship going forward.

The Open Labs Team and Owners"

The End of Open Labs?

http://openlabs.com/ - captured the image on their homepage at the time of this post. The image does not correspond to the following via the Statesman: "NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OPEN LABS, INC. MUSIC PRODUCTION EQUIP. Notice is hereby given that substantially all of the assets of Open Labs, Inc. will be sold at a public foreclosure sale to be held at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at the offices of Open Labs, Inc., located at 3701 Drosset Drive, Suite 150, Austin, Texas 78744. The assets of Open Labs, Inc. consist primarily of the patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other IP associated with the following Open Labs products: NeKo XXL 61-Key Music Production Stations, NeKo QX6 61-Key Music Production Stations, MiKo LXD 37-key Music Production Stations, MiKo QC6 37- key Music Production Stations, DBeat Mobile Music Production Stations, SoundSlate Rack Units, SoundSlate FW Rack Units, Open RiFF 2.0 Software, MimiK Software, and other Open Labs products. The assets to be sold also include furniture and equipment, office supplies, artwork, and musical collectibles. For more info, contact Greg Young, Okin Adams & Kilmer LLP, 7004 Bee Cave, Bldg 1,Ste 110, Austin, TX, 78746, 512-681-3732."
spotted this one on Gearjunkies.

Open Labs' SoundSlate

YouTube via OpenLabsInc
"Open Labs' Jim Stout explains to you "What Is SoundSlate" Find out more at http://www.openlabs.com/sou..."

Open Labs' DBeat

"Open Labs' Jim Stout explains to you 'what is a DBeat'.
Find out more at http://www.openlabs.com/dbeat"

GET PERSONAL Open Labs Announces Custom Shop

YouTube via OpenLabsInc
"Chairman and Co-Founder Victor Wong explains the new Open Labs' Custom Shop and all that it entails. Also covers the new Legacy Upgrades and the exclusive 24 Karat Gold Polow Da Don Special Edition NeKo. see more at http://www.openlabs.com/customshop"

Open Labs Riff - Creating a custom track patch

YouTube via OpenLabsInc
"Ed Rhone from Open Labs shows how to create an 'Omnisphere style' track on the Neko XXL using Open Riff - The Video shows the user how to layer multiple sounds, how to route empty signal chains to multitimbral instruments like Purity. Shows how to save a custom made Track to the Sound Browser."

What sounds come with Open Labs equipment?

YouTube via OpenLabsInc
"Open Labs FAQ: Jim Stout gives you a rundown of just some of the sounds that come with your Open Labs gear. High Quality sounds, presets, loops, and effects - Sylenth, Purity, Proteus, Mr. Porter, GURU, Wusik and more... "

How will I learn to operate Open Labs equipment?

"With the purchase of Open Labs you get great tech support and customer service including training sessions that you can use to learn the basics as well as specific techiniques you are interested it. For support, we can even remotely log in to resolve any issues you have. Jim Stout explains"

Richard Devine on Open Labs' DBeat!

YouTube via OpenLabsInc
"Richard Devine freestyles on the DBeat showing his mad skills and it's many capabilities, tweak and synth, GUI audio creation."

Open Labs SoundSlate

"Introducing Open Labs' SoundSlate™, the ultimate virtual instrument player and hardware DAW for your keyboard workstation or MIDI controller, contained in a sexy 1U rackmountable case.

SoundSlate™ redefines music production and performance by incorporating Open Labs' music operating environment including the critically acclaimed virtual instrument host Riff™, 8000+ of sounds and effects, a robust audio i/o, and a powerful computer core running Windows XP into a 1U-ultra compact case that packs a punch."

Welcome to My Modular Insane Asylum!

Welcome to My Modular Insane Asylum! from Richard Devine on Vimeo.

Richard Devine's stuido.

"Just thought I would record a patch I made this afternoon on my modular system. Bits and pieces running through the H-3000 DS/E Eventide Harmonizer."

Open Labs DBeat - LIMS '09

YouTube via soundonsoundvideo

"First UK showing of latest tool for electronic musicians"

Musikmesse: MESSE09: Openlabs New Dbeat

via Sonic State

Musikmesse: Open Labs DBeat

"The DBeat instrument was engineered for portability and power. Encased in an ultra-light aluminum chassis and weighing only 20lbs, the DBeat boasts more than 10,000 sounds with an additional 14GB of sounds that come with the included, full feature version of AbletonTM Live 7. Live DJ performance capability is taken to the next level with the inclusion of Open Labs' edition of GURUTM and the proprietary virtual instrument host RiffTM - making DBeat the ultimate tool for using VSTi's in a live setting.

DBeat comes loaded with a plethora of fully mappable real-time controllers, including Open Labs' exclusive Bump MPTM drum pads, the Mix/Edit digital audio workstation panel, and comprehensive DJ controls including a cross-fader. DBeat puts "the feel" back in making music by including an integrated trackball, iPod-compatible cradle and 12-inch capacitive touch screen, which will be multi-touch capable with Windows 7 update.

The ability to directly connect USB turntables and the compatibility with virtually any software, including DeckadanceTM, Serato Scratch LiveTM, TraktorTM, Pro ToolsTM, ReasonTM and many more, make DBeat the ultimate DJ solution for studio, stage and club use.

The DBeat will be available for $3,999 USD ($3,499 for pre-orders) in June 2009, directly through here at www.openlabs.com or through an authorized reseller listed on the Web site."

Getting Started with the Open Labs NeKo

YouTube via MakeItFunkyProds
"(Note: If you see the message, "We're sorry, this video is no longer available" then press the HQ icon below the video and it should play.)

This video explains how to:
1. Turn on your NeKo / Miko studio.
2. Connect your external VGA monitor.
3. Play the Open Labs vsti's in your software.

(BONUS: How to exit the Open Labs Shell.)

~Vince
http://myspace.com/makeitfunkyprods"

NAMM: Ed Rhone Reaper Demo at Winter NAMM 2009

YouTube via OpenLabsInc
"Open Labs technical writer James Ed Rhone Jr. demonstrates how Reaper recording software can incorporate virtual and live instruments simultaneously at the Winter NAMM Show, 2009. Ed Rhone has been Open Labs technical writer and tour support for over three years. When he's not working for Open Labs, Rhone sings and plays guitar for his band Murder Earth."

NAMM: Cheese Beats Open Labs 2009 Winter NAMM Show

YouTube via OpenLabsInc
"Texas-based artist/producer Cheese Beats shows up at the Open Labs booth at the 2009 Winter NAMM show, and raves about the Open Labs GEN5 products. Cheese Beats has been an Open Labs endorsed artist for over a year, and owns a MiKo TSE. He has worked with Mya, Jermaine Dupree, Jagged Edge, Cherish, Lloyd, Young Joc, Bow Wow, Omarion and many more."

RECORDER

http://www.myspace.com/recorder Note the Open Labs Neko. There's a KORG Radias in the live video further below as well. via GoodVillian in the comments of this post. You might also remember RECORDER from this post.

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NAMM: WNAMM09: OpenLabs Announce New Workstations

see the write-up on Sonic State.