BEAT THANG | Sampling Beat Machine Overview

Published on Jul 13, 2013 Beat Thang·69 videos

"Try it free at http://www.bketech.com/demo/demo-form...

A full production capable sampling beat machine
Create full songs with BEAT THANG. It includes a 16-track real-time sequencer & 24-bit sampler. You can record, compose, mix and master in sample-accurate 44.1kHz stereo with no computer required. BEAT THANG sampling beat machine also comes with an exact software replica (BTV Software) that you can use on your PC or MAC. (want pricing?)
100% all metal chassis (zero plastic casing), 3.5" full-color LCD screen and 13 chromatic premium full-velocity sensitive keypads
Zero data compression, true 24-bit signal path for ultra-low THD (.008%) & High S/N ratio (103db)
More than a sampling beat machine. It's an all-in-one sampling workstation for producers and a live performance instrument for DJs.

3,254 original samples. Big, bold, punchy sounds that are warm, beefy and inspiring.

One of the most powerful and unique advantages of BEAT THANG sampling beat machine is the ability to pick it up and quickly make music. The BEAT THANG sampling beat machine has an innovative and award-winning user-interface that is well organized and feels clean and clutter-free so you can easily and quickly navigate through various modes and functions.

You never know when or where your creative inspiration will strike and you never know how long that inspiration will last. With BEAT THANG sampling beat machine you'll be ready to capture your inspiration at the speed of thought, wherever you are. It is designed to quickly capture your raw stream of consciousness and to vibe in the moment. It is truly a real-time performance tool.

Dedicated buttons for the most common functions
Eliminated the need for a shift key
No complicated menus to navigate
Intuitive functions and shortcuts
Multiple paths to the same operation
One-touch access to everything you need

Try it free at http://www.bketech.com/demo/demo-form..."

Akai Announces MPC Beats Software

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"Introducing MPC Beats, the new DAW from Akai Pro. MPC Beats includes everything you need to start making great sounding beats from drum samples, loops, MPC Plugins and more. Visit akaipro.com/mpc-beats to learn more and download MPC Beats today."

MPC Beats | Introduction & Overview

And the press release:

AKAI PROFESSIONAL® INTRODUCES MPC BEATS SOFTWARE – THE BEST BEAT MAKING DAW FOR BEGINNERS

An expansive 2GB content library, 3 built-in MPC plugins, and MIDI hardware controller compatibility make MPC Beats the choice for the entry-level beat maker
Ft Lauderdale, FL USA (July 21, 2020) – Akai Professional, a leading manufacturer of music equipment for performers and producers, today announced the latest addition to their DAW software lineup, MPC Beats. Built on the legacy of the legendary MPC hardware and innovative MPC2 desktop software, MPC Beats is available to anyone as a free download from the Akai Professional website and empowers new beat makers with all the tools to create excellent sounding beats.

Intuitive MPC Workflow
Aspiring beat-makers ready to delve into the world of music production will find MPC Beats an ultra-intuitive, inspiring entry-point for producing professional sounding music. Underpinned by the renowned MPC workflow, MPC Beats offers an easily accessible 4 x 4 drum sample grid, a piano roll, sample library browser and sample edit window. Users can seamlessly switch between these workspaces to discover, create, and edit their beats to perfection. For immediate accessibility, MPC Beats includes smart layouts from the included beat templates–the ideal starting point for new users looking to master the MPC workflow.

Samples & Sounds for Success
MPC Beats comes with a 2GB content library with selections from the most popular MPC Expansion Pack sound libraries. The carefully curated selection gives beat makers the freshest in-demand sounds for modern beat-making. From drum kits with punchy kicks and crispy claps, to 3 plugin instruments (Bassline, Tubesynth & Electric) from MPC, everything needed to create great sounding beats is here. Adding the final pro polish to tracks couldn’t be simpler with over 80 FX plugins from the AIR Effects collection–a premium selection of mixdown and mastering tools–giving beat makers everything they need to finish tracks and get them ready to share on any streaming platform.

Controller Connection
Get even more out of MPC Beats with integrated hardware control. MIDI keyboards like the venerable Akai Pro MPK mini, 4x4 and 8x8 pads, or even standalone MPC hardware all work seamlessly with MPC Beats so beat makers can connect their

devices and elevate their workflow to greater heights with immersive tactile control of the software. For complete setup simplicity, MPC Beats comes auto-mapped to some of the world’s most popular controllers from numerous brands. So whether it’s an Akai Pro MPK mini, Alesis V-Mini or M-Audio Keystation, there are no setup headaches and roadblocks to your creativity.

More Power Packed Tools
MPC Beats features 2 stereo audio tracks to sample your vocals, instruments, sound design elements and more. MPC Beats also supports AU/VST plugin instruments and audio effects, allowing beat makers to continue to expand their instrument collections. For complete integration with existing systems, MPC Beats opens as a plugin in all mainstream DAWs to merge the best of all DAW worlds. With MPC Beats, the power and performance the modern beat maker demands is there for any workflow imaginable.

MPC Beats Highlights
• Free software based on the legendary MPC workflow
• 2 Audio, 8 Midi/Instrument Tracks
• 16 Pads, Sample Editing, VST/AU support
• Ready to create right away - sample/sound content, effects, and virtual
instruments built-in
• Can be mapped to any MIDI controller, including MPC and MPK mini
• Easy, unified software, plugins, and virtual instruments installer
• Special Affordable MPC Beats version of Expansions (starting at $9.99)

Of MPC Beats, senior product manager Dan Gill said “We’re always looking to better understand and identify the evolving profile of music makers. With MPC Beats, we’ve created a powerful platform for a rapidly growing demographic, equipping them with every tool to eliminate barriers between their ideas and their creations. We’ve paired the best of the MPC history with comprehensive and intuitive workflows to give the next generation the best possible start to their music journey.”

MPC Beats will be available as a free download on July 21, 2020 from akaipro.com. ###
About Akai Professional The world’s most influential manufacturer of music production gear, Akai Professional develops creative technologies to empower music makers with tools that are unmatched in expressive capability. Akai Professional is best known for creating the legendary MPC, an instrument that has inspired generations of producers and performers and spawned entirely new genres of music. Akai Professional is a part of the inMusic family of premiere music brands.

BeatBuddy: The First Guitar Pedal Drum Machine

Published on Sep 10, 2014 BeatBuddy

Is the first? Some details follow. According to the FAQ you can load your samples:

"In addition to the pre-loaded content, you can download more content from our online Library, create your own content with the included software, or share and discover user-generated content on our community forum."

"The BeatBuddy uses standard General MIDI files for the beats and either 16 or 24 bit WAV files for the drum sets and footswitch accent hits."

Not seeing any sound mangling on this one, but there appears to be some extensive pattern editing. Filing this one in the New Tools channel rather than New Synths.

Details:

"BeatBuddy was invented out of frustration at not being able to find a drum machine that enabled hands-free live control of a beat. Other drum machines are either complicated table-top devices that are difficult, if not impossible, to control while jamming, or are poorly made afterthoughts in loopers that grant no control of a single repetitive beat loop — no fills, no rhythm changes, no accent hits, no tap tempo, no pause/unpause feature, and of course no computer interface.

With detailed input from the musician community, the BeatBuddy was designed to be the perfect solution to this frustration: The power of a drum machine with the simplicity of a pedal."

"For more info: myBeatBuddy.com

BeatBuddy is the first drum machine in a guitar pedal format that enables full hands-free, creative control of the beat. Musicians can effortlessly insert fills, transition from verse to chorus, add accent hits, throw in drum breaks, and more, to create an unprecedented live drummer effect.

BeatBuddy also features a first-of-its-kind visual display of the beat on its LCD screen, which makes it easy to improve your rhythm and learn new time signatures.

Included are ten hyper-realistic drum sets that can play the BeatBuddy's 200 songs in a wide variety of genres -- and more content is available for download from the BeatBuddy Online Library, or you can create your own songs and drum sets with the included PC/Mac software, or discover user-generated content on the BeatBuddy Community Forum.

Other features include hands-free song navigation and tap tempo control (with the footswitch attachment), MIDI sync for integration with MIDI-based devices, a headphone jack, SD card slot, mini USB connection, full stereo sound and more."

And the NAMM press release:

"After the most successful crowd-funding campaign in the history of the musical instrument business and being back-ordered for months, BeatBuddy is now available to the retail market for the first time at NAMM (Hall E, Booth 1589).

BeatBuddy, the first drum machine with the hands-free functionality of a guitar pedal, has been hailed by Music Trades Magazine as changing the nature of the industry. It empowers musicians with hands-free control of the beat to create an unprecedented live-drummer accompaniment. It improves musical rhythm skills, increases enjoyment during practice, inspires songwriting, and serves as a substitute for a drummer or percussionist when one is not available or the venue can't accommodate a full drum set.

For more information on the BeatBuddy, please visit: http://myBeatBuddy.com

If you would like to see the BeatBuddy in person, please come by Hall E, Booth 1589. I am happy to make myself available for interview appointments. There are many fascinating angles and backstories that will make an exciting, intriguing article."

Soundtoys Beat Loop Manipulation Sale

video uploads by soundtoys

Playlist:
2 Quick Tips for Beat Loop Manipulation with Soundtoys Effect Rack
Free! BreatBeat Breaker Preset For Soundtoys Effect Rack
Pete Cannon's Jungle Beat Mix Tips with Soundtoys Plug-ins + Presets

via Soundtoys

"Beat Loop Manipulation Week
April 4, 2023

Beat loops are the bedrock of electronic music and the backbone of hip-hop. For decades, they’ve significantly influenced the development and intersection of other genres and subgenres including dance, pop, R&B, and reggaeton.

The primitive beat loop was created by manipulating tape, but the advent of digital technology has propelled this art into a new dimension. Modern beat magic isn’t simply chopping, splicing, reversing, and looping – it involves altering sound elements to create unique rhythmic patterns. With advanced software and high-quality tools, musicians and producers can create intricate, layered beats once unimaginable.

Bop along as we dive into a week of beat loop manipulation using Soundtoys effects and get inspired to contribute to the ever-evolving sound of contemporary music:

TUTORIAL: 2 Quick Tips for Beat Loop Manipulation with Effect Rack
Effect Rack for Beat Loops: Getting Started With Presets
DEMO: Matt Lange’s Tips for Building Beats & Rhythms with Soundtoys

Plus, get some of the best beat-making effects up to 80% off thru April 9"

https://www.soundtoys.com

Erica Synths PICO DRUM2 // Tiny Eurorack drum synthesiser a BIG sound

Published on May 4, 2020 DivKidVideo

"**TIMING INDEX BELOW**

Here we have the new PICO DRUM2 module from Erica Synths. Unlike the PICO DRUMS (which is sample based) the DRUM2 is a full on drum synthesiser. It has 8 algorithms that cross traditional drum & percussion sounds, melodic basslines and some really filfthy hits for drum sounds or riffs. It tracks 1v/oct, has assignable CV to algorithm parameters, decay or algorithm select meaning it’s easy with some careful sequencing to turn a single module into a whole beat and drum kit. With such a wide range to the module there’s lots of patches so feel free of course to skip around with the timing index and sections below. I’ve added lots of beats with no talking, each algorithm is explored, CV configuration is demonstrated and there’s also tuning the DRUM2 into a full drum kit vibe with some careful sequencing.

NOTE - “beat break” patches are no talking patches with the intention of showing the wide range of sounds these can produce across a range of different styles. There’s additional sounds and processing on some of them but they all label what the two DRUM2 modules are doing on screen.

TIMING INDEX // SECTIONS

00:00 Hello & patch previews

01:02 Feature run down

02:27 Beat break - drum & bass

02:38 Algorithm - Pulse drum

03:24 Melodic synth voice + noise textures

03:42 Algorithm - Fold drum 1

04:34 Beat break - modulated riffs

04:45 Algorithm - Complex pulse drum

05:35 Beat break - Modbap / wonky hip hop

05:47 CV assign (parameter 2, decay or algorithm select)

07:18 Beat break - Kicks + filthy bass

07:30 Algorithm - Complex sine drum

08:22 Beat break - stereo pairing

08:39 Algorithm - Space snare drum

09:29 Drums as modulation sources

09:47 Turning DRUM2 into a whole drum kit

10:24 Beat break - Hybrid kick / bass

10:39 Algorithm - Noise drum

11:35 Beat break - Chirps & riffs

11:49 Algorithm - Fold drum 2

12:43 Beat break - Percussive FX

12:59 Algorithm - Slap

13:39 Beat break - Bass & noise

13:50 Double sequenced drum kits!"

Kammerl Beat-Repeat Effect for Mutable Instrument's Clouds

via http://www.kammerl.de/audio/clouds/

"This is an alternative firmware for Mutable Instruments Clouds which enables real-time slicing / beat-repeat features ported from the Kammerl Kaske VST plugin suite.

Note: The original four modes of the official firmware are still present and have not been modified. This firmware simply adds a fifth mode to your Clouds module with new real-time beat and sound manipulation features.

Kammerl Beat-Repeat mode

Note: This mode requires a clock signal plugged into the Trigger input. Without a clock signal, it holds the most recent slice (or outputs silence if no clock signal has been previously provided).

The Kammerl Beat-Repeat mode analyzes the incoming clock signal to enable real-time slicing of the audio input. Each slice can be played back with different loop, pitch and distortion settings.


Controls

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Clavia Nord Beat – 4-track CoreMIDI step sequencer for iPad

"Introducing Nord Beat – 4-track CoreMIDI step sequencer for iPad.

Nord Beat lets you create beats in a classic 16-step grid with up to 8 chainable patterns. A flexible cueing system lets you improvise song progressions on the fly and there’s also a great Pad Mode with 4 drum pads with velocity support.

Nord Beat is a perfect companion for your Nord Drum and is available for free at the App Store!

Features:

8 chainable patterns
Pattern repeat (1-8)
Copy/Paste patterns
3 velocity levels with velocity faders
Adjustable pattern length (1-16)
Mute per track
Shuffle
Tap Tempo
Load/Save Song
Pad Mode
MIDI Setup

Nord Beat requires a CoreMIDI compatible MIDI interface for iPad.

Nord Beat for iPad on the App Store:

Nord Beat product page:
nordkeyboards.com/nordbeat

Nord Beat was developed in collaboration with Jonatan Liljedahl/Kymatica."

iTunes (currently free):
Nord Beat - Clavia DMI
iPads on eBay

THE ZRO HOUR: Interview with THE BEAT KANGZ and Preview of THE BEAT THANG Sampling Drum Machine

THE ZRO HOUR: Interview with THE BEAT KANGZ and Preview of THE BEAT THANG Sampling Drum Machine from EDAYE on Vimeo.

"When beatboxer Chesney Snow told me about a drum machine he was working on (Chesney provided human beat box sounds for the drum machine) with Tennessee production crew THE BEAT KANGZ, I combed the net for more info as I picked their brain. I had posted a couple of articles on THE BEAT THANG- synthesizer, sampler, sequencer- and connected with their publicist for the interview above. It was suggested that we do it through Skype, which was a great idea. It was my first time using Skype and though I had a bit of technical difficulties during set up, I was able to record our great conversation about THE BEAT THANG, the desktop version THE BEAT THANG VIRTUAL and the iphone app THE PLAYA THANG!"

Update: finally had the time to watch this a bit more. It's a great interview.
You might remember the Zoom Streat Box they mention from this previous post back in 2006.
It's a trip to see these guys got from there to here. I can't help but see them as underdogs in a corporate synth world. Just before 12:00 the interviewer mentions the ability to trigger vids with the pads. Made me think of this vid with the monome doing just that.
Update: iPhone app at around 21 minutes in.
You can find videos of the virtual version here. Apparently you get the software free with the hardware or if you buy the software for $149 , you get that as a credit on the hardware. http://www.beatkangz.com/

New from Native Instruments

Published on Jan 24, 2019 Native Instruments

Playlist/Products:
Introducing KOMPLETE KONTROL 2.1 – For the Music in You | Native Instruments
Introducing KOMPLETE START – For the Music in You | Native Instruments
Introducing KOMPLETE KONTROL M32 – For the Music in You | Native Instruments
Introducing KOMPLETE AUDIO 1 and 2 – For the Music in You | Native Instruments

Press release (KONTROL M32 hardware pics below):

NI announces new entry-level hardware, a free tier of KOMPLETE, TRAKTOR DJ 2, Sounds.com integration for MASCHINE and KOMPLETE KONTROL, and more

Berlin, January 24, 2019 – Following its biggest ever release in September 2018, Native Instruments today announces four new easy-to-use, affordable, and powerful products. Included are two new KOMPLETE audio interfaces, the most portable KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard to date, a new free tier of the KOMPLETE production suite, and a new generation of the TRAKTOR DJ app. These new products are accompanied by a refresh of Sounds.com, the expansion of Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) to include loops and samples, and tighter integration of Sounds.com with updated MASCHINE and KOMPLETE KONTROL software – further integrating NI’s connected ecosystem of creative tools into one seamless workflow.

With some of Native Instruments lowest price points and most user-friendly products to date, these releases mark another major milestone in the company’s journey towards making musical creativity more intuitive and accessible to all.

New starting points for producers and DJs
For producers, the release includes new hardware and software in the KOMPLETE range. A new 32-key portable keyboard, KOMPLETE KONTROL M32, is designed to provide the same hands-on workflow and comprehensive Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) integration as the S-Series and A-Series controllers, but with a smaller footprint and a lower price point. Available in March, the M32 comes with everything a new producer needs to sketch out, tweak, and finalize a track. The package includes MASCHINE Essentials, Ableton Live 10 Lite, NI’s acclaimed MONARK synthesizer, and more.

The M32 is joined by KOMPLETE AUDIO 1 and 2 – the first two offerings in a new range of slick, easy-to-use audio interfaces. Both are available from March 19, and offer pristine sound quality with different in/out connection options. The interfaces include a generous software package, featuring synths, effects, MASCHINE Essentials, and Ableton Live 10 Lite – again providing everything a producer needs to create full tracks from start to finish. KOMPLETE AUDIO 1 and 2 will also be welcomed by a wide community of singer-songwriters, YouTubers, podcasters, and gamers looking for great sound.

Now everyone can explore the acclaimed sound of NI's KOMPLETE production suites, with the introduction of KOMPLETE START – an entirely free collection featuring 15 studio-quality instruments, 2 effects, and a best-of selection of nearly 1,500 loops and samples from Expansions sound packs. Included is the floor-shaking low-end of TRK-01 Bass, the vibrant synth sounds of MIKRO PRISM, and expertly-crafted sampled instruments ranging from electric pianos to drum machines. The collection also includes creative sound design tools, essential effects like the SUPERCHARGER tube compressor, and more.

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BEAT THANG | How to make your own music

Published on Jul 16, 2013

"Get free software and sounds at http://www.bketech.com/how-to-make-mu...

Learn to make your own music

Create full songs with BEAT THANG.
It includes a 16-track real-time sequencer & 24-bit sampler. You can record, compose, mix and master in sample-accurate 44.1kHz stereo with no computer required. BEAT THANG also comes with an exact software replica (BTV Software) that you can use on your PC or MAC.

FAQ: Why does BEAT THANG look the way it does and what's up with the name?

The BEAT THANG design is bold and memorable, because it helps you make music that is bold and memorable. The exterior look of BEAT THANG is an indication of the 'sound color' you can produce with it. The preset sounds and the technical specifications of the entire unit help you produce bold music.

The name BEAT THANG does not indicate that it's specific to anyone genre of music. The name is meant to imply in a fun way that BEAT THANG will give you punchy sounds that will stand out in your mix as they are not flat, thin or tinny.

In many ways we defied conventional thinking to engineer and innovative workstation that is not only faster to operate and simpler to use but also sounds better out-of-the-box when compared to professional drum machines or hybrid systems."

Plugin Buddy by Modalics - New Free VST3 Host: Chain, Create, and Perform with Ease

video upload by Modalics

Press release follows:

Modalics unveils “Plugin Buddy” - A new host app and plugin designed to elevate your sound creation experience. Plugin Buddy streamlines your VST3 chaining workflow, empowering musicians and producers to effortlessly chain together MIDI effects, instruments, and processing effects.

With four quick control slots and a suite of free internal plugins—including MIDI tools, a synth, clipper, and a low-pass filter—Plugin Buddy enhances your creative process with speed and efficiency.
Moreover, Plugin Buddy enables you to load VST plugins in AAX and AU hosts, providing unparalleled flexibility and expanding your creative possibilities.

Modalics released Plugin Buddy as a free tool, with the primary goal of enhancing the workflow for those who work with MIDI sequencing plugins and instruments.

As a company, Modalics has long championed this approach through products like Beat Scholar, EON-Arp, and MINDst Drums. While Plugin Buddy integrates seamlessly with these tools, it’s designed to be universally compatible, allowing you to load any VST. You can fully enjoy Plugin Buddy’s capabilities without needing any other Modalics products.

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Free Mixing Tool For Ableton Live! - itijik MultiSPAN featuring Voxengo SPAN 🔥

Published on Sep 22, 2019 itijik

"MultiSPAN is back and it’s still FREE! 🔥 Download it here: https://mailchi.mp/01b230a34759/multi...

MultiSPAN is an Ableton Live project for multi channel spectral analysis using the free Voxengo SPAN plugin!

Span has been around a while, but it’s still very useful. Sure you could buy a fancy suite of mastering plugins that handles this...but not everyone has that option, or even wants it for that matter. The problem is multichannel routing on Span is complicated AF....So I did it for you!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itijik/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/itijik_"

10 minute Beat Challenge! - itijik Flip Your Sample 002 🔥

Published on Sep 21, 2019

✅ FlipYourSample@itijik.com
Email me your audio files, even something recorded on your phone, and I’ll flip it into a dope instrument or maybe even a beat. I’ll also post a quick process video and give you a shout out! Just be sure to include your social media links👌😉

Shout out to @p.m.d.w.i on IG (https://www.instagram.com/p.m.d.w.i) for sending this funny audio clip to work with.

In this episode I make a beat totally from scratch in 10 minutes! After the 10 minute challenge I go into a little more detail to show how I develop basic ideas into tracks.

00:01:17 - That sound is so dope. Kinda wish I went in a more hard direction with that.
00:10:37 - Times up on the challenge. Keep watching to see where I take it!

Do you make music or design sounds? If you want to have some fun while pushing your craft further join the itijik Production Club on Patreon: https://www.Patreon.com/itijik

10 minute Beat Challenge! - itijik Flip Your Sample 002 🔥
Video/Audio: itijik

Remix Your Life with MadPad - Smule's Latest App

"Smule, the creators of top ranking social music apps including Magic Piano, I Am T-Pain, Ocarina and Glee Karaoke are unveiling their latest app - MadPad. This app turns everyday sights and sounds like your car, an empty soda can, or your friends into the ultimate percussive instrument.

See it to believe it – watch a 1991 Honda transform into a mad beat boxing video soundboard:

MadPad for iPhone and iPad [Car Remix]

Uploaded by smuleage on Sep 8, 2011

Get creative! Remix your friends, local café, or bike…the possibilities are endless. With the tap of a finger, turn your iPhone, iPod or iPad into an interactive video soundboard. Record a series of video clips to create your own set, then tap the clips to make a beat from any sound. Record your remixes and share them for the world to enjoy on YouTube.

Get a taste of the local ‘house blend’:

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BillaBoop BoomClap

YouTube via billaboop | June 30, 2010

Get it on http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/boomcl...

BoomClap is an augmented boom box for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. With this app you can learn to make rhythms with sounds. It's open to anyone, you can start with simple things and progress until being a experienced BoomClapper.

BoomClap is a collaboration with French beat box master Ezra playing at the end of the video
www.myspace.com/ezrabox"

BoomClap Video Tutorial

YouTube via billaboop | June 26, 2010

"BoomClap is an augmented boom-box for your iPhone/iPod Touch and iPad.

Play beats by making different sounds. Say boom, clap your hands, snap your fingers, sing, and make beat box!
You will develop your sound making skills and learn a new way of making music.

Done by Billaboop Studio in collaboration with beat-boxer Ezra."



"Here come some more details

* Features
- Real time audio processing, with 2 to 4 control sounds
- Adaptation mechanism to train the app by demonstration
- Loudness mapping to control more synthesis sounds

* Modes:

-Jam
Make crazy beats by choosing among a selection of sound sets. Some sound
sets are sampled from performances of Ezra, so you'll have a crazy
beat-boxer in your pocket! Yours sounds will make BoomClap alive, and
the sound balls will start to dance. Connect your device to headphones
or to external speaker, and you will get a powerful groove making
machine that you can control the way you want!

-BoomClap learns, you play
When starting the app you will be able to start playing at once. But if
you want the make sounds that you like best the BoomClap can adapt to
you. The application uses a cutting edge adaptation system. You show to
the app the sounds you want to use and it learns it instantly.

-Repeat Game
Learn to manage the beast by listening and repeating musical sequences.
Depending on your speed or, the number of sounds you want to control,
this can be easy or really tricky! Learning to make clean sounds and
time them correctly is an art. Learn to do it, measure your skills, and
share your experience with your friends on Facebook!

* Sound Sets:
- Novice: Hello BoomClap, Hello Ezra (Beat box)
- Advanced: Dagueta (Vocal tabla), Ecstatic (Instrumental), Ezra One!,
Ezra Two! (Beat box), Jazzy, RealDrum (Drums), elektro 1 (Drum synth)
- Expert: Tablita (Tabla)
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Akai Announces MPC 2.0 Software Update

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"AKAI PROFESSIONAL UNLEASH NEW CREATIVE POSSIBILITIES WITH RELEASE OF HIGH-POWERED MPC 2.0 SOFTWARE

Next generation of acclaimed flagship beat-production software introduces a number of powerful new composition and performance features to the Music Production Center experience

Cumberland, RI USA (November 20, 2017) — Akai Professional, a leading manufacturer of music equipment for performers and producers, today announced the official release of MPC 2.0. Released after an extensive beta testing period, MPC 2.0 is compatible with Mac and PC, works either alone as your main DAW or integrates seamlessly into your DAW of choice as a VST, AU, AAX plug-in. Sporting a redesigned, easy-to-use interface, MPC 2.0 represents a huge leap forward in the beat-production software category by adding a formidable set of new features including:

• Audio track recording
• Real-time time-stretching and pitch-shifting
• Audio and MIDI drag-and-drop
• Redesigned user interface
• Ableton Link support
• 64-bit audio
• Bluetooth 4.0 MIDI support
• Advanced signal routing capability – submixes FX returns, multi-output support
• Reimagined mixer layout
• Enhanced Q-Link control

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Free S4 Rhythm Composer for iPad

This app is a beatbox allows you to compose and play 64 beat patterns.
You can also record the patterns.

S4-Rhythm composer is a beatbox allows you to compose 64 beat patterns.
To check all beat patterns in a bar immediately, use the large screen of iPad.

Use various Effect Functions while playing a beat; you can enjoy the beatbox as you play the beat actually.

The beat patterns can be exported as WAV files. You can use the files on various DAWs by importing them into PC via iTunes.

Functions
- 10 PCM sound sources (Kick, Snare, Tom1, Tom2, Tom3, HandClap, HHopen, HHclose, Ride, Crash)
- Tempo (40-280 bpm), Tap Tempo, Swing, Groove functions
- Step Sequencer (up to 64 steps)
- Various Part Effect functions (Compressor, Roller)
- Various Master Effect functions (Delay, BPM Delay, Compressor, Distortion, Chorus/Flanger, LPF, Slicer, Roller)
- Audio Export function
- Real-Time Recoding function
- Wireless Sync-Start Technology (WIST) is supported

S4-Rhythm Composer is an app only for iPad; NOT for iPhone/iPod Touch.


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Beat Thang - the Future of Multi-Touch Synths?

Comments are coming in as usual in this Beat Thang post. I know some of you will roll your eyes when you read the title of this put, but think about it for a sec.

When I first saw the virtual instrument version of Beat Thang, I wondered how ergonomic it might be with a mouse. It reminded me of why I prefer hardware. I then remembered Windows 7 with multi-touch support is just around the corner and there's rumor Apple will be coming out with a tablet by end of this year.

Think about it. With a tablet slate device we will be one step closer to software synths being actual dedicated harware synths. Except... they will be more customizable, you will be able to have multiple synths per hardware, and... battery power.

This isn't a new concept and tablets are available now, but they are not yet ubiquitous and multi-touch technology really is just beginning. It will be interesting to see what sort of impact tablets have on the hardware manufacturers. When I look at the Beat Kangz Beat Thang, and think of it on that screen, I think of a cool piece of dedicated hardware that I can play anywhere. Think of that in your backpack.

BTW, any photoshop artist out there, feel free to mock up the Beat Thang with a tablet.

Introducing Roland AIRA Compact | T-8 Beat Machine, J-6 Chord Synthesizer, E-4 Voice Tweaker

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$199.99 each. Additional videos below. Press release and pics below them.

"AIRA Compact puts Roland’s legendary creative magic in the palm of your hand. Easily play and perform with these highly jammable instruments—anywhere, anytime. Chain them together to catalyze your creativity or connect with MIDI gear, computers, and music apps to expand your setup. Just power on and go with the flow.

About the T-8 Beat Machine

The T-8 Beat Machine is a mini rhythm factory with six tracks of pristine TR drums plus a TB-303 bass track. Embodying decades of modern musical sound, the T-8 gives you the power to create infectious tracks in seconds flat. Craft on-the-fly acid jams or trap bangers with the intuitive 16-step sequencer, shape sounds with onboard controls, and flip and dice beats with simple, yet powerful tools.

About the J-6 Chord Synthesizer

The J-6 is a portable synth toolbox with all the building blocks you'll need to bring harmonic substance to your jams. Pairing a powerfully unique chord sequencer with lavish JUNO-60 synth tones, J-6 packs a versatile feature set into a highly jammable format. Generate soul-stirring song ideas with the turn of a knob and explore 100 chord sets over a variety of genres. Experiment with styles and variations to coax dancing lines and rhythmic patterns from your chords. Add lush chorus, reverb, or delay to frost your sound.

About the E-4 Voice Tweaker

Harmonize, auto-pitch, vocode, loop, and glitch your voice all from the portable E-4 Voice Tweaker. Want hands-on control? Connect a mic or input a feed and easily explore effects using the sliders, function buttons, and scatter knob. From looping live jams to livestreaming or tightening up and expanding performances, the E-4 will transform your voice into your new favorite instrument.

Chapter Breakdown
0:00 – Series Introduction
1:50 – T-8 Beat Machine
2:22 – T-8 Patterns, Sounds, and Tracks
3:22 – T-8 Hands-On Controls and Performance Tools
4:19 – T-8 Create a Drumbeat
4:41 – T-8 Create a Bassline
5:40 – T-8 Advance Programming and Effects
6:25 – J-6 Chord Synth
6:52 – J-6 Playback and Genres (Chord Sets)
7:13 – J-6 Sound
7:52 – J-6 Style and Variation
8:22 – J-6 Chord Sequencer
9:14 – J-6 Connect to DAW
9:39 – E-4 Voice Tweaker
10:14 – E-4 Hands-On Controls
10:29 – E-4 Auto Pitch, Harmony, Vocoder
11:09 – E-4 Looper
11:26 – E-4 Scatter
11:50 – Connectivity"

Roland AIRA Compact J-6 / T-8 / E-4 - DEMO by gattobus

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"Roland's birthday party it's not over!
A few days ago they sent me these little magic boxes to try them out and in less than an hour of tweaking, I came out with this song!!!
The song title "A Big Tiny World" is because they are BIG sounding TINY boxes indeed! :D
They are:

- J-6 Chord Synthesizer
- T-8 Beat Machine
- E-4 Voice Tweaker

Their sound quality is astonishing! It's amazing to have the power of ACB technology in such a small form factor...
Everything you hear in this video was played and recorded in real time, no post processing or FX was added.
I had so much fun, I hope you like it!"

Roland Aira Compact : T-8 / J-6 / E-4 : Portable Drum Machine, Polyphonic Synth, & Vocal Effects

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T-8 Drum Machine & Acid Style Bass Synth
J-6 Polyphonic Synth
E-4 Vocal Transformer

"Join our pal Dustin for the debut of the AIRA COMPACT line of synthesizers ! These three desktop style devices combine some of Roland's most recognizable and powerful sound palettes into a portable, affordable, and outrageously fun package!

Check out our in-depth Signal article for more details - https://bit.ly/3L08Msr

0:00 - Intro jam
1:07 - Overview of Aira Compact Line
2:54 - T-8 Drum Machine & Bass Synthesizer
5:50 - J-6 Four Voice Polyphonic Synthesizer
9:50 - E-4 Vocal Processor, Looper, & Effects
11:57 - Robot Acid BOPS !"

AIRA Compact- First Look at the new Range

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Roland T-8 J-6 E-4 Compacts Review: Here's what makes them special // Full Tutorial

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TIMELINE
0:00 Intro
1:05 Overview
2:05 Connectivity
5:15 T-8 OVERVIEW
8:30 Drum sounds
11:55 Bass synth
14:00 Sequencing
19:20 Effects
20:15 Drive
22:05 Sidechain
24:55 Performance
26:20 T-8 Pros, cons
28:10 J-6 OVERVIEW
29:20 Synth
31:15 Effects
32:55 Keys, chords
33:50 Phrases/arp
36:10 Sequencer
39:50 Step length
40:20 Menu misc
41:40 J-6 Pros & cons
45:10 E-4 OVERVIEW
46:00 Eight things it does
50:00 Interface
50:50 MIDI control
51:20 Vocoder
52:00 Looper
53:20 Scatter
56:25 E-4 Pros & cons
58:25 T-8 Patterns
1:07:10 J-6 Patterns

How fun is the Aira Compact series?

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And the press release:

Fun, Pocket-Size Instruments with Innovative Creative Features, Authentic Roland Sounds, and Class-Leading Connectivity

Los Angeles, CA, May 10, 2022 — Roland announces AIRA Compact, an all-new series of ultra-portable instruments with free-flowing features for creative exploration and authentic Roland sounds. Fun, affordable, and easy to learn, the T-8 Beat Machine, J-6 Chord Synthesizer, and E-4 Voice Tweaker bring serious musical power to everyone from hobbyists and gadget collectors to tech-savvy pros.

AIRA Compact instruments let anyone jam, perform, and develop ideas on the go with friendly controls, inspiring sounds, and loads of intuitive music tools. Users can realize complete compositions with a single unit or expand their possibilities by connecting and synchronizing with other AIRA Compact models. From one master unit, multiple AIRA Compacts can be mixed and monitored with headphones or an external speaker system. It’s also possible to interface with computer DAWS, mobile music apps, and hardware instruments via USB-C or MIDI.

Driven by Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) and other advanced technologies found in top-line Roland instruments, AIRA Compact delivers the real-deal sounds behind decades of hit music. Users can create with the genuine voices of Roland icons, including TR rhythms, TB basses, JUNO synths, VT effects, and more.

Driven by Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) and other advanced technologies found in top-line Roland instruments, AIRA Compact delivers the real-deal sounds behind decades of hit music. Users can create with the genuine voices of Roland icons, including TR rhythms, TB basses, JUNO synths, VT effects, and more.

AIRA Compact strikes the perfect balance between portability and power. Each model is small enough to slip into a pocket and features an inviting panel to jump-start the creative flow for immediate results. Onboard lithium-ion batteries provide hours of continuous use per charge, while Roland’s famous build quality will support musical adventures for years to come.

T-8 Beat Machine
The T-8 Beat Machine combines iconic Roland drum and bass sounds in a go-everywhere rhythm factory. Beatmakers can build tracks with legendary sounds from the TR-808, TR-909, and TR-606 drum machines, paired with the shapeshifting low end of the dynamic TB-303 Bass Line. The six-track drum sequencer features the famous TR-REC workflow, enhanced with deep tools like step loop, pattern shift, probability, and others to generate dynamic performances with constantly evolving grooves. The T-8 also provides an authentic TB-303 bass experience, including the tactile power to squeeze, squelch, and mangle sounds in the moment.

J-6 Chord Synthesizer
The J-6 Chord Synthesizer is an endless well of musical inspiration, pairing a powerful chord sequencer with the lavish tones of the renowned JUNO-60 synth. Creators don’t need to know chords or theory to make music—they can simply call up one of 100 chords sets and build compelling chord progressions with one-touch presses on the built-in keyboard. Styles and variations are also available to coax dancing lines and rhythmic patterns from chords. Users can quickly string progressions together via step input, tweak the sound with dedicated filter and envelope controls, and add polish with customizable delay and reverb effects.

E-4 Voice Tweaker
The E-4 Voice Tweaker combines advanced voice transformer tools and standard vocal effects with a hands-on interface that’s meant to be played. Performers can go from traditional vocal enhancements to punchy beatboxed grooves to striking alien soundscapes—all in a single tune. Pitch and formant sliders are available to instantly change the vocal gender, create robot voices, and more. Auto Pitch, automatic harmony, and vocoder processors are included, along with reverb, delay, and other effects. There’s also a built-in 24-second looper for capturing performances on the fly, plus a unique Scatter function for slicing and dicing the sound via a dedicated panel knob.

Availability & Pricing

The Roland AIRA Compact series is now available in the U.S. for $199.99 each."

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Noisepad V2.0 Tutorial

Published on Sep 29, 2012 by iphonkapps

iTunes:
Noisepad - MediaGROE
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NOISEPAD
Noisepad is a user friendly drum computer, sequencer and beat creator made specifically for live performances and instant result.
It has been designed to give you the most functionality and fun without having to go through a steep learning curve. After installation you'll find 5 preloaded soundbanks of 12 samples each, ready to start the beat making. You'll be bouncing your head within 5 minutes, that's a promise!
The onboard sequencer allows you to program up to 12 patterns on-the-fly, each with their own duration (1 -- 99 bars). Switching between patterns is seamless; the sequencer makes sure the next pattern starts when the current has finished. Apply effects to the pattern, mute samples or have them playing solo on your command. Adjust the Beats Per Minute with precision or by tapping at the speed of the beat and add a bit of swing to make the beat feel just right.
It adds a new dimension to your live-sets, parties and all places where you want to make noise. Synchronize the BPM with the music you're playing and add a little bit of your own flavor to it, or simply trigger the samples by hand. Real-time effects such as pitch, delay, cut-off, phase, reverb and bit-crush will bring your noise to life.
Organize the samples into your own custom soundbanks using the built-in organizer. Once you're done playing with the packaged samples, the in-app shop provides additional soundpacks to discover or you can load your own samples using iTunes File Sharing for unlimited possibilities.
Noisepad v1.0 was released in 2011 by iPhonk a division of MediaGROE BV

WHAT'S NEW
version 2.0

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PolyRhythms for the iPad

New iPad app via Xapnet Productions

"PolyRhythms
Two groups of buttons control a set of fast and slow rhythms. Fast rhythms are on the left side and slow rhythms are on the right side. Each row of buttons represents an independent loop, and each individual button is a beat. Beats can be touched in real time to turn them on and off.

* APP FEATURES: Designed and Built for the iPad.
* High quality drum samples create a rich audio experience.
* Audio controls include Play/Pause, Restart, and Tempo.
* Sessions can be saved or reloaded in real time during playback.
* Tempo can also be varied smoothly in real time.
* Progress indicator lets you know where you are in the master loop."

It's currently available on iTunes for free. Anyone know how to grab the link in iTunes? My normal source does not link to iPad apps yet.

via Palm Sounds

"IMPORTANT UPDATE:
If you are running PolyRhythms version 1.0, please download the 1.0.1 update for improved performance and better documentation.

USING POLYRHYTHMS:
The two groups of buttons control the fast and slow rhythms. Fast rhythms are on the left side and slow rhythms are on the right side.

THE MASTER LOOP:
The leftmost beat in every row all play simultaneously at the beginning of the master loop, and will never all coincide again until the next beginning of the 840-beat pattern! Each time around around takes between 2-6 minutes depending on the tempo. The progress indicator (bottom) lets you know where you are in the master loop.

LEFT (FAST) SIDE:
The top left button plays every single beat. Each successive row of buttons on the left represents a looping rhythm of a different length, and each button represents a beat in that loop. Beats can be touched on and off during playback to adjust the pattern as it cycles against other rhythms.

RIGHT (SLOW) SIDE:
Each row of buttons on the right represents a different equal subdivision of the master loop, and each individual button is a unique location in the loop. These beats play only one time per cycle of the master loop - they mark your place in the cycle.

FEATURES:
- High quality drum samples create a rich audio experience.
- Audio controls (top right) include Play/Pause, Restart, and Tempo.
- Tempo can also be varied smoothly in real time.
- Progress indicator (bottom) lets you know where you are in the master loop.
- Sessions (top left) can be saved and loaded back in during playback.

COMING SOON:
- Flexible mapping of sounds.
- New sounds will be available through in-app purchase.
- Share sessions between devices."