Yamaha MOX Video

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Musikmesse 2011: Steinberg HAlion 4 Video

YouTube Uploaded by delamartv on Apr 6, 2011

"Steinberg HAlion4: http://delamar.de/news/musikmesse/
Auf der Musikmesse 2011 haben wir uns den Steinberg HAlion4 angesehen.
Der Steinberg HAlion4 ist ein neuer Sampler der Hamburger Firma."

Update: via Steinberg:

"HALion 4 — VST Sampler & Sound Creation System

By fusing the inspiring and powerful tools of a next-generation sampling environment with the creative potential of a first-class synth engine, HALion 4 ushers in a new era in professional sound design. The hybrid character, along with in-depth editing tools and the most efficient yet flexible desktop concept ever witnessed in a virtual instrument set HALion 4 clearly apart from traditional software samplers. Add to this an outstanding range of studio-grade effect processors, a world-class library and one-of-a-kind features, such as MegaTrig or VST 3.5 support, and you have the new global standard for creative sound design.

More than a sampler

Combining the latest in sampling technology with the best in virtual analog synthesis, HALion 4 is the new global standard for professional sound design. Build complex sample libraries on the fly, create cutting-edge synths and invent your own sound — all in one intuitive instrument.
Flexible user interface

HALion 4 incorporates the most efficient yet flexible user interface ever witnessed in a virtual instrument, allowing you to undock, move and resize windows, create function tabs and save entire screen sets — ideal for multi-monitor setups and perfect for keeping you focused.

Mix it inside

HALion 4 incorporates a state-of-the-art mixing engine with powerful routing options for complete control over your signal flow. There are virtually no restrictions — create an unlimited number of buses per Program and Layer and freely route the signals as desired.This way you not only achieve outstanding creative results, but also handle professional mixes without ever having to leave HALion 4.
Leave your acoustic fingerprint

From precise correction to intense coloring — with a total of 44 studio-grade effect processors, HALion 4 tremendously enhances the sound designer’s toolbox. Highlights include the REVerence convolution reverb, the truly universal StudioEQ, and a captivating rotary cabinet emulation. Plus, innovative tools such as the unique morphing filter section and the FlexPhraser arpeggiator are right there to further fine-tune your sounds.

Creativity from the start

When it comes to importing and mapping your sounds HALion 4 lends you a hand right from the start. HALion 4 let’s you assign your sounds on-the-fly during the import and is even able to extract keyrange, velocity and root key parameter directly from the file name and transfers them into your program. The optimized HALion 4 mapping editor and many other workflow refinements will noticeably assist you and ease your creative process.
Programming sounds isn’t rocket science — not any more

The second generation of MegaTrig in HALion 4 enables you to create advanced instrument articulations, sophisticated playing styles and impressive conditional triggering modules for innovative sounds without bothering your head about writing page-filling scripts. With plenty predefined conditions that can individually be combined, you can bring your sound to the next level.
Start experimenting

The new Quick Controls of HALion 4 are ready to become your truest assistant in your sound design environment. The Quick Controls can individually be assigned to every program, layer and fx parameter to give you direct access your sounds and can also be automated in your host application to capture your creative moment. And with the unlimited undo and redo and the integrated Undo History you can try out all the amazing modulation opportunities without having regrets.

Experience perfect synergy
Integration through and through

HALion 4 effortlessly integrates into various VST applications, making excellent use of the advantages each tool has to offer. The seamless integration of HALion 4 into Cubase and WaveLab and the Advanced Integration support of Steinberg hardware make HALion 4 the premier VST sampler and sound creation system.
More VST than ever before

In its fourth incarnation, HALion reclaims its rightful place as today’s most powerful VST sampler by supporting Steinberg’s latest Virtual Studio Technology version, VST 3.5. With its groundbreaking VST Expression 2 feature, Note Expression, individual note events now contain their own set of controller data when played polyphonically, therefore offering you a whole new creative approach to sound design.

Production-approved system

The novel sample paradigm around HALion 4 has proven itselfthrough several of Steinberg’s latest VST instruments, such as HALion Sonic, HALion Symphonic Orchestra and the highly acclaimed The Grand 3 piano suite. With its utmost reliability and highest sound quality, HALion 4 not only meets the requirements of professionals today, but also provides the best-sounding sample engine ever to be conceived and developed by Steinberg.
Quality content for sparkling results

The fourth incarnation of HALion includes a 15 gig sound library of the most detailed audio material, plus the complete sound collection of the appraised HALion Sonic workstation. With a smorgasbord of opportunities provided to you through the 1,600 factory presets to hand, HALion 4 truly covers the entire sound palette of each genre."

Musikmesse 2011: Arturia Spark

YouTube Uploaded by musotalk on Apr 6, 2011

"Wir haben mit Romain von Arturia über die neue Drummachine "Spark" gesprochen."

Update:

MESSE11: Arturia Spark Demo

via Sonic State

Musikmesse 2011: Korg Chronos Video

YouTube Uploaded by delamartv on Apr 6, 2011

"Musikmesse 2011 http://www.delamar.de/news/musikmesse/
Auf der Musikmesse 2011 haben wir uns den Korg Chronos angesehen.
Der Korg Chronos ist eine Synthesizer Workstation."

KORG Wavedrum Mini Video

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New Jupiter-80 Videos and Audio Demos

Howard Jones on the Jupiter-80 Vid & Audio Demo - see the Update 4/6 towards the bottom of this post.
Update: Official promo video just added.
Update 10:21 AM PST: Musikmesse stage performance video added.

KORG Monotribe Videos

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Update: Just added a few more within 10 minutes after this post going up.
Update: Gear4Music video demo added.

Elektrokosmos Releases "Kosmonaut" Hardware Analog Synthesizer

"Elektrokosmos is a small swiss firm specialized in the production of analog synthesizers. We update the principles of the last century with today’s technology and optimize them for high expectations. Every component is diligently selected and assembled by hand – every synth is unique. Elektrokosmos stands for robust machines and convincing sound. The user-friendly layout guarantees an exceptional playing experience."

Elektrokosmos on Facebook

"Today at musikmesse frankfurt 2011(@schneiders superbooth) we will release our new & first product called 'Kosmonaut' a swiss handmade analog synthesizer."

You can hear demos of the Kosmonaut here.

Update: Regarding the lack of front panel labels, see this.

Going top down, left to right:

VCF 1
Multimode VCF
LP 12dB
BP 6dB
HP 12dB
Notch 6dB
Extern IN

VCF 2
Multimode VCF
LP 12dB
BP 6dB
HP 12dB
Notch 6dB
Extern IN

ENV 1
Multimode ENV
6 ENV Modes
(Mode-1 VCA1 + VCA2 ADSR)
(Mode-2 VCA1 + VCA2 AD)
(Mode-3 VCF1 + VCF2 ADSR)
(Mode-4 VCF1 + VCF2 AD)
(Mode-5 VCA1 + VCF1 ADSR)
(Mode-6 VCA1 + VCF1 AD)

ENV 2
Multimode ENV
6 ENV Modes
(Mode-1 VCA2 + VCA1 ADSR)
(Mode-2 VCA2 + VCA1 AD)
(Mode-3 VCF2 + VCF1 ADSR)
(Mode-4 VCF2 + VCF1 AD)
(Mode-5 VCA2 + VCF2 ADSR)
(Mode-6 VCA2 + VCF2 AD)

VCO 1
Range 10.7Hz - 23KHz
Waveform Sin
Saw
Tri
Pulse + PWM
W.Noise
C.Noise
FM
VCO2 Sync

VCO 2
Range 10.7Hz - 23KHz
Waveform Sin
Saw
Tri
Pulse + PWM
W.Noise
C.Noise
FM
VOL. RMO

VCA 1, Exp.

LFO 1
Range 1HZ - 10KHz
Waveform Sin
Saw UP
Saw DO
Tri
Pulse
Midi-CC to CV

LFO 2
Range 1HZ - 10KHz
Waveform Sin
Saw UP
Saw DO
Tri
Pulse

Sample and Hold

VCA 2, Exp.

Mixer, VCA1 + VCA2

Master Volume"

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Howard Jones on the Jupiter-80 & Jupiter-80 Site Goes Live

See the bottom updates in this post.

Audio Damage Does Euro

Follow-up to Audio Damage Going Hard (Yes, I am having fun with the titles of these posts).

Snips via Analog Industries:

"Audio Damage is about to wade hip-deep in to the Euro Rack modular market. The reason for this is that we wanted to start releasing hardware as the next logical step in the progression of the company, and the infrastructure provided by the existing Euro-Rack market makes an entrance in to hardware releasing less risky than, say, making a Jupiter 80.

Anyhow, market-speak aside, we've designated a new catalog line, adm (which is obviously "Audio Damage Modular"), and the first product released will be adm02, the 2io module. This is a USB1.1 class-compliant audio interface with two inputs and two DC-coupled outputs. Its main claim to fame is that it will be fully compatible with the iPad, enabling you to use any CoreAudio-compliant iPad app in a Euro-Rack modular environment.

Next, our reasoning was that in a Euro live performance rig, you might want to use plug-ins as send effects, and this would enable you to use a netbook or whatever, and a simple ASIO host, and have low latency insert effects or audio sources with your modular. (We might have a plug-in or two to recommend in that context.)

And finally, with DC-coupled outputs it can work with Volta or Silent Way as a method of controlling a modular. With only two I/O, this isn't its prime directive, but it'll work in that context, should you need it to."

I'm giving this one the Musikmesse label even though it's not being shown at the Musikmesse. New product announcements get to ride the wave here.