NAMM 2023 - Robkoo - Wind Synthesizer R1

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"Robkoo showcased their Wind Synthesizer R1 at NAMM 2023, and Sonic State had the opportunity to speak with Tianbang Zhuang about this unique musical instrument. Priced at $600, the R1 is designed to be a low-entry barrier model that allows beginners to learn and play music quickly. However, experienced musicians can also enjoy its high potential as a MIDI controller that supports Bluetooth MIDI.

The Wind Synthesizer R1 comes with an onboard sound bank that can be upgraded by users themselves. It features motion control, pitch bend, octave keys, and function buttons that can lock the user into specific techniques. The latest sound bank version has 30 sounds, including brass, woodwinds, and synths.

Wind Synthesizer R1 Price: 600 USD

https://www.robkoo.com/"

NAMM 2023 - Bome - BomeBox Updates

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"The BomeBox is the solution for connecting and mapping devices via MIDI, Ethernet, WiFi, and USB (without the need of a computer) and Florian from BomeBox showed us their latest expansion to the Bome Network software. The software can now run on iOS, including iPads and iPhones, and Linux, including Raspberry Pi. The BomeBox has built-in Wi-Fi, and with this expansion, users can quickly connect to the software via the Bome Network app.

Once connected, users can add MIDI devices to the mix, such as a keyboard, once the devices are paired, the setup is then fixed and stored, so every time users power up their devices, they will automatically connect with one another, making it a great solution for both studio and stage use.

BomeBox Price: 249 USD 225 Euros

https://www.bome.com/products/bomebox"

The BomeBox was first introduced in 2015.

NAMM 2023 - Astral - Fast Convolution Probabilistic Synthesizer

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"Sonic State met with Arash from Astral at NAMM 2023, where he showcased their new software synthesizer, also called Astral. The synthesizer is based on probability and allows users to sequence their own samples in a probabilistic way. The software has different probability functions for various sound parameters, which users can automate as per their requirements. The software creates a continuous frequency space, meaning users don't have to use specific notes to make music, but can use any frequency in between. Arash demonstrated loading a water sound into the synthesizer turning it into a three-dimensional ambient unified random process, which can be used to create music.

Astral's new software synthesizer is a fast convolution probabilistic synthesizer that takes users' input and creates a unique sound texture. The software has about 30,000 parameters and seven different panels, making it a standalone software rather than a plugin. Users can control the impulse response in any way they want, apply different mathematical functions, and effects like FM, AM, and spectral inversion.

Price: 279 USD

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NAMM 2023 - TAQS.IM - SOLO

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"Andrew from TAQS.IM unveiled their new virtual instrument SOLO, a VST plug-in for world music samples that uses world music and Middle Eastern scales featuring microtonality. SOLO offers musicians the ability to incorporate quarter tones or any kind of microtonality from Turkish scales or Armenian scales, among others, into their music. The plug-in comes with presets for producers, recording engineers, and artists. Solo's interface offers different oscillators, various controls, and preset sounds, making it easy for users to shape their sound. The virtual instrument also features a scale selection that enables users to apply the microtonality to any sample.

SOLO is compatible with any DAW, including Logic and Pro Tools, and it can be opened as an instrument in a user's system. The virtual instrument combines synthesizer sounds developed by TAQS.IM over the years with recorded samples the company collected from musicians all over the world. A diverse package of sounds make it useful for musicians wishing to create music world music flavours.

NAMM Promotional Prices: 20 percent off

For all package prices go to the TAQS.IM website:

https://taqs.im/solo/"

NAMM 2023 - Mntra Instruments - MNDALA 2 Player - Arca - Atma

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"At NAMM 2023, Sonic State met with Brian and Noah from Mntra Instruments to discuss MDALA 2 and the suite of instruments it controls. MDLA 2 is an audio engine that uses ultrasonically sampled sound, based on the principle of game audio, where everything is reactive based on complex real-time parameter controls. One control can quickly lead to a lot of expression, which would normally take many passes of automation to happen.

MNDALA 2, which is free to download, is needed to use their instruments, such as Atma, which is based on sacred sounds like sampled bells and all kinds of instruments from all over the world. Arca is their strings library, and they currently have eleven different instruments available on their website, two of which are free to use.

MNDALA 2 Price: Free

Mntra Instruments Price: 59 USD - 149 USD

https://www.mntra.io/"

NAMM 2023 - Donner - D1 Drum Machine

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Currently $0 at the Donner Website

"Donner has announced their latest product, the D1 sample-based drum machine and sequencer at NAMM 2023. Designed for the entry-level market, the 12-channel D1 features real-time recording and can switch between function keys to create drum patterns easily. It is equipped with RGB velocity-sensitive pads and five knobs with touch function, and will be shipped with factory content from Loopmasters.

Jake from Donner gave us a look at the prototype, with, full-size MIDI in and out, headphone output, and an auxiliary in that allows users to sample. Although the prototype has only half the functions working at the moment, Jake gave us a good idea of what the new product will have to offer.

The D1 will be released by the end of May 2023

Price: around 249 USD"



Blends two workflows into one little box

Color Coded UI Design, Play Without Thinking Twice

Vivid Graphical User Interface

Touch Knobs to Read Parameters

Versatile Sound Capabilities

Sounds and Patterns from Leading Experts

Import Your Samples to Add More Fun

Extend Your Setup with Versatile Connectivity

Maximum 128 Songs

4 Bars Step Sequencer (maximum 64 steps)

Maximum 512 Beats

128x64 pixel LCD screen

1 clickable endless encoder (VALUE)

5 endless encoders with touch function

2 potentiometers (MASTER FX & MASTER)

16 RGB backlit velocity-sensitive pads

4 RGB backlit faders

16 backlit tactile click buttons

HEADPHONE OUT

3.5mm(1/8") TRS

AUX IN

3.5mm (1/8") TRS

MIDI

2x 5 pins MIDI DIN (IN, OUT)

MAIN OUT

2x 6.35mm (1/4") TS

USB

USB 2.0 Type-C socket (transfer MIDI data and remote control via Donner Control App)

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NAMM 2023 - KiloHearts - Phaseplant

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"We met George Reece from Kilohearts, who demonstrated their software modular synth, Phaseplant, using an Osmos MPE. The synth is modular and constantly evolving, with generators on the left, effects on the right, and modulators at the bottom. The interface is always laid out the same way, making it easy to use. Users can customize it to their own taste, making it as complex or simple as they like.

Phaseplant offers a variety of sound options, including analog and granular engines, wave table systems, samples, noise, and FM. It also includes familiar modulators like LFOs and envelopes, selectable when needed. For beginners, the software offers tutorial templates, making it easy to get started.

KiloHearts Ultimate Bundle Price: 399 USD / 9.99 USD per month
Phaseplant Price: 199 USD
Multipass Price: 99 USD

Snapheap Effects Rack Price: 29 USD

https://kilohearts.com/products/phase..."

Namm 2023 - Soundtoys - Super Plate

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"For the first time in 5 years SoundToys have a new plugin, the Super Plate, emulating multiple plate reverbs."

Visit https://www.soundonsound.com

NAMM 2023 Endlesss Beat Machine - Jam on Arcade Machine

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Follow-up to: FL Studio Arcade Machine.

Also see Endlesss launches Endlesss Studio - Cross Device & Cross Collaboration Music Making Platform

"Endlesss Studio, the company behind the collaborative music-making platform, Endlesss, showcased the world's first beat-making arcade machine at NAMM 2023. MJ, an Endlesss user, initially proposed the idea of having an arcade machine for beat-making, and Endlesss Studio took his prototype and developed it into the fifth iteration of the beat-making arcade machine. The hardware and software have undergone significant improvements, and the machine runs on a Windows PC with plugins, including nature instruments and massive. The arcade machine has a scripting engine, enabling the creation of custom sampler and plug-in support.

The Endlesss beat-making arcade machine is perfect for real-time collaborative music production, as it runs on the Endless platform, allowing users to interact with others from all over the world. The arcade machine is only the beginning of the beat machine, as Endlesss Studio is about to announce a custom sampler, which allows users to build their own sample packs inside Endless. Furthermore, the arcade machine has a public jam feature where users can find people to collaborate with globally.

Finally, the Endlesss beat-making arcade machine provides users with the ability to log in to any device with their ID, as their creative tools are tied to their ID, rather than the device itself. This feature allows users to build their own sample packs and have access to them on any device they log in to. More information on the Endless beat-making arcade machine can be found on the Endlesss Studio website.

More info:
Endlesss Studio website: https://endlesss.fm/"

NAMM 2023 - Casio - CT S1000V

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You can find additional posts featuring the CT S1000V here.