Retro-Futuristic Beat | Late Night Session with EP-133 & MPK Mini

video upload by ativica

🎹 MIDI Controller: Akai MPK Mini
🥁 Drum Machine: Teenage Engineering EP-133
🎛 Virtual Instruments: Arturia Analog Lab, LABS by Spitfire Audio

🎵 Spotify https://tinyurl.com/zr3vu2n2

Spitfire Audio - The Albions Orchestral Selects Walkthrough

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Press release follows.


Spitfire Audio crafts carefully curated collection of evocative ensemble patches from acclaimed ALBION range as THE ALBIONS ORCHESTRAL SELECTS

LONDON, UK: leading sounds and sample libraries creator Spitfire Audio is proud to announce availability of THE ALBIONS ORCHESTRAL SELECTS — shipping as a carefully curated collection of the most inspiring and evocative ensemble patches brought together from across its acclaimed ALBION range to offer a rich tapestry of hand-picked orchestral sounds that let the individual character of the orchestra shine, supplying composers with a wide range of expressive possibilities to bring any cinematic moment to life — as of March 6…

It is fair to say that THE ALBIONS ORCHESTRAL SELECTS is testament to the power, versatility, and, indeed, longevity of the ALBION range — after all, the original ALBION, which was effectively re-released by popular demand as ALBION LEGACY in 2023, kick-started a whole range of all-in- one composer tools for cinematic inspiration, its collection of orchestral ensembles featuring strings, brass, woodwind, and percussion, as well as loops, synths, and atmospheres, all creatively captured in the beautiful resonance of the hallowed (Lyndhurst) Hall at London’s legendary AIR Studios way back in 2011.

The exceptional collection that is THE ALBIONS ORCHESTRAL SELECTS duly draws from six distinct ALBION libraries — namely, ALBION COLOSSUS, a gargantuan, all-in-one toolkit that pushes contrast, dynamism and intensity to eleven, elevating scores to breathtaking new heights in a new blockbuster era; ALBION NEO, a modern cinematic collection centred around a chamber-sized orchestra with a super-intimate string section split by divisi across all articulations to offer anyone access to the incredible definition and expression of classic and progressive techniques, accompanied by an encyclopaedic range of progressive synths, loops, and textures; ALBION TUNDRA, taking a 100-piece orchestra playing never-before-sampled techniques at the very edge of silence to capture a characteristically Scandinavian sound; ALBION ONE, a renowned, industry-standard orchestral sample library that provides everything needed to make film music, comprising a 109-piece orchestra accompanied by a thunderous cinematic percussion section, plus warp-able loops designed by award-winning engineers and an enormous steam synthesiser; ALBION ICENI, an award- winning package boasting epic low-end brass and electrifying woodwinds, harmonised with a string ensemble encompassing an extensive range of cellos and basses alongside an extraordinary collection of thick, deep synth sounds and loops as an apocalyptic low-end orchestra; ALBION LOEGRIA, an expertly sampled chamber-sized orchestra, featuring strings, woods, brass, and cinematic drums alongside eclectic loops and an inspiring organic synth as the perfect starting point for independent films, period dramas, or more cerebral and intimate music; and last, but by no means least, the aforesaid ALBION LEGACY — as a carefully curated selection of sounds designed to blend seamlessly into any scoring project.

Painting vivid sonic landscapes to bring musical visions to life is even easier using THE ALBIONS ORCHESTRAL SELECTS’ inspiring and evocative ensemble patches... think Epic Strings, selections played by larger string ensembles including the full dynamic range of ALBION ONE’s strings and the soaring highs and powerful lows of ALBION ICENI and ALBION TUNDRA that range from delicate textures to thunderous power, providing everything needed to create truly unforgettable string passages; Intimate Strings, showcasing the nuanced detail of ALBION NEO and the emotive beauty of ALBION LOEGRIA, capturing intimacy with exceptional clarity and expression; Epic Brass, bringing together the enormous cinematic brass patches from ALBION ONE’s full brass range, the majesty of ALBION TUNDRA, and the colossal low-end of ALBION ICENI to provide the tools needed to create brass arrangements that resonate with power and emotion; Intimate Brass, a more intimate and nuanced approach to brass scoring, achieved through the focused intensity of ALBION NEO’s brass, with long and short staccatissimo articulations; Epic Woodwinds, harnessing the soaring melodies of ALBION ONE’s woodwinds, the haunting textures of ALBION TUNDRA, and the rich depths of ALBION ICENI to provide a wide range of woodwind colours and textures; Intimate Woodwinds, providing the warmth, intimacy, and nuance needed for delicate woodwind passages, courtesy of ALBION NEO; and Albion Percussion, unleashing the thunderous power of the DARWIN percussion ensemble from ALBION TUNDRA, the cinematic impact of ALBION ONE’s XXL percussion, ALBION LEGACY’s CYMBALS, and the nuanced detail of ALBION LOEGRIA’s FINE DRUMS LOOSE and FINE DRUMS TIGHT as a diverse collection providing a rhythmic foundation for any scoring project.

Paul Thomson — company co-founder, and an accomplished composer in his own right — remains enamoured with Spitfire Audio’s acclaimed ALBION range, resulting in THE ALBIONS ORCHESTRAL SELECTS, stating: “There are so many sounds in these collections that are instant cue-starters, giving you a film score sound for any genre right out of the box; for this selection, I’ve pulled out my favourite patches from the orchestral sections recorded in Lyndhurst Hall at AIR Studios, locking together beautifully but allowing a huge range of expression and style, so this is the perfect introduction to the ALBION series — my source of instant inspiration!”

Presented in Native Instruments’ KONTAKT 7 virtual instrument platform, the NKS (NATIVE KONTROL STANDARD®)-ready/AAX-, AU-, VST2-, and VST3-compatible, 26.3 GB download-sized THE ALBIONS ORCHESTRAL SELECTS library is available for MacOS 11, 12, or 13 (latest update) and Windows 10 or 11 (latest Service Pack) at a 20%-discounted, time-limited promo price of £119.00 GBP (inc. VAT)/$159.00 USD/€143.00 EUR (inc. VAT) until March 13, 2025 — rising thereafter to its regular price of £149.00 GBP (inc. VAT)/$199.00 USD/€179.00 EUR — from here: https://www.spitfireaudio.com/the-albions-orchestral-selects (Crossgrade pricing is available to existing owners of any library from the ALBION range.)

Anyone who does not already own KONTAKT 7 is invited to download KONTAKT 7 PLAYER for free; though SPITFIRE SYMPHONIC EXTRAS will work with both KONTAKT 8 variations, it does not need either.

Spitfire Audio’s namesake Spitfire Audio app allows anyone to buy now and download anytime, and is available for free from here: http://www.spitfireaudio.com/info/library-manager/

For more in-depth information, including some superb-sounding audio demos, please visit the dedicated THE ALBIONS ORCHESTRAL SELECTS webpage here: https://www.spitfireaudio.com/the-albions-orchestral-selects

Spitfire Audio - Spitfire Symphony Orchestra Solo Strings Update

video upload by Spitfire Audio

"Spitfire Audio announces update to significant SPITFIRE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA release recorded at AIR, adding three stunning-sounding soloists

LONDON, UK: Spitfire Audio is proud to announce availability of an update to its significant SPITFIRE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA release — relatively recently relaunched with reviewed content and an updated UI (User Interface) in a single more user-friendly package that became last year’s bestseller as a set of flagship virtual instruments featuring full SYMPHONIC STRINGS, SYMPHONIC BRASS, and SYMPHONIC WOODWINDS sections (including solo instruments, plus harp, piano, and all core elements of percussion needed to complete the band), beautifully performed by top-tier musicians who have featured on some of the top film scores of the last decade, duly captured in Lyndhurst Hall’s hallowed acoustic at London’s legendary AIR Studios as some of the leading sounds and sample libraries creator’s best, most classic recordings, readily realised as a definitive selection of blockbuster sounds that have already made their musical mark in hundreds of AAA film, game, and TV score productions by the world’s top composers and music- makers — with the welcomed addition of SOLO STRINGS, featuring three stunning-sounding soloists, as of February 6…

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Cinematic intergalactic - live synth performance with Prophet Rev2, Walrus Qi, piano, strings

video upload by Jay Hosking

"Here, I used the 5-pin MIDI out of the M-Audio Keystation 61 Mk3 to control the Sequential Prophet Rev2, and used the Keystation's USB MIDI out to control a number of plug-ins at the same time. What you're hearing here is a single MIDI line that's being split to multiple instruments that get layered on top of each other. I'm really happy with the final result.

This song was inspired by exploring the Walrus Qi Etherealizer, which is adding granular, reverb, and delay to the Prophet Rev2. Once I had the basic idea on the Rev2, I realized that I could use the Keystation's USB MIDI out to control software instruments at the same time. Mostly what you're hearing are a collection of Spitfire plug-ins (piano, strings, mandolin) being stacked on top of the Rev2, using the same live MIDI data that I'm sending to the Rev2. It's a neat effect.

Thanks for listening.

https://jayhosking.bandcamp.com"

Piano Sketch | with Novation Peak and Circuit Rhythm

video upload by Jovin Lee

"In this video, I invite you to immerse yourself in a soothing soundscape woven with the delicate tones of the piano, blended seamlessly with the rich textures of the Novation Peak and the rhythmic vibes from the Novation Circuit Rhythm. 🎹✨
🌟 What to Expect:
A serene journey through soft electronic melodies that evoke tranquility and introspection.
An exploration of dynamic sounds created with the Novation Peak, known for its powerful synthesis capabilities.
Inspiring beats and loops crafted from the Novation Circuit Rhythm, perfect for enhancing the mood and depth of this composition.
Whether you're looking for the perfect background music for study, relaxation, or inspiration, this piece will transport you to a world of calm and creativity. Don't forget to turn up the volume and feel the magic!
📥 Stay Connected:
If you enjoyed the music, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more content like this. I love sharing my musical journey with you, and your support means the world!
🎶 Gear Used:
Piano: Spitfire Audio
Synth: Novation Peak
Drum Machine: Novation Circuit Rhythm
Thank you for watching, and let the music flow! 🖤✨"

SynthfestUK 24 Synth Coverage

video uploads by sonicstate

Update: moving this post up once as new videos have been added. Bookmark this post for updates.

Use the player controls to skip around.

Playlist:

1.SynthfestUK 24: Knobula - Synth Modules and Toy Pianos

At SynthfestUK 2024, we met up again with Jason, who gaves us the updates in the world of Knobula. On display was the new 'dark mode' Poly Cinematic module, for more monochrome rigs ;-]

2. SynthFestUK 24: PWM - More Mantis News

At the show we made a beeline for the PWM stand, where Paul gave us the latest Mantis news.
And yes, it's out there in the world now!

3. SynthfestUK 24: Roland Unveils the Juno-D Series with Zen-Core Sound

We caught up with Andrew and Ludwig who showed us around the new updated Juno-D series: Juno-D6, D7, and D8. They have the same keyboard action as the Fantom-O series and a new colour screen, making it easier for performers to navigate on stage. And they can be powered by a USB-C mobile battery, perfect for buskers ;-) Running Roland's Zen-Core sound engine, they also incorporates features like a 64-step sequencer and a phrase pad for live sample triggering.
Prices range approximately from £949 to £1199.

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Nord + Spitfire: Joshua Domfeh - Sunday Morning (strings version)

video upload by nordkeyboards

"Joshua Domfeh performing his piece 'Sunday Morning' using the new Spitfire String Quintet collection for Nord Sample Library. All sounds are available for free download at nordkeyboards.com.

About Spitfire String Quintet
We are happy to announce our special collaboration with Spitfire Audio and their acclaimed String Quintet library! The Spitfire String Quintet is a world class collection full of character and detail covering all essential articulations. With its unique authentic and intimate sound, the Spitfire String Quintet adds a new palette of high-end samples to the Nord Sample Library. Available for free download at nordkeyboards.com. #spitfirestrings #nordsamplelibrary #iseenord"

Joshua Domfeh showcasing the brand new Spitfire String Quintet!

video upload by nordkeyboards

"Check out Joshua Domfeh showcasing the brand new Spitfire String Quintet collection for Nord Sample Library. All sounds are available for free download at nordkeyboards.com.

00:00 String Quintet
00:50 Marcato Short
01:21 Soft
2:07 Flautando
2:43 Pizzicato
3:21 Staccato

Introducing Spitfire String Quintet
We are happy to announce our special collaboration with Spitfire Audio and their acclaimed String Quintet library! The Spitfire String Quintet is a world class collection full of character and detail covering all essential articulations. With its unique authentic and intimate sound, the Spitfire String Quintet adds a new palette of high-end samples to the Nord Sample Library. Available for free download at nordkeyboards.com. #spitfirestrings #nordsamplelibrary #iseenord

The Spitfire String Quintet is compatible with Nord Stage 4/3, Nord Electro 6, Nord Piano 5/4, Nord Grand 2/1 and Nord Wave 2.

Make sure to update to the latest OS version before transferring the sounds to your instrument.

Read more and download here: https://www.nordkeyboards.com/sounds/...

Performance by Joshua Domfeh
Audio Engineer: Vilma Colling
Video production: Jonas Embring
Executive Producer: David Sjöqvist
Location: RMV Studios, Stockholm, Sweden
Gear: Nord Grand 2"

A Transcendent Dimension - An Ambient Journey - Novation Peak, Noisebox, Albion Neo, Radios

video upload by Mark Farrelly

"A live ambient soundscape using the Novation Peak Synthesiser, DIY Noisebox, Spitfire Audio's Albion Neo, Analog Radio, Alchemy Synthesiser and Emergence Audio's Cello Textures. The Noisebox is amplified with three piezoelectric sensors and then sent through an ambient reverb. The Analog Radio is from 1975. The Radio is sent through a passive switcher, with mute and volume controls, the signal is then sent through delays. The Novation Peak plays a custom lead synth patch. Alchemy is playing a custom complex evolving drone patch with the volume controlled from the Arturia Keylab MIDI keyboard, which is also used to play the Peak and the Albion Neo string section by switching midi channels. Cello Textures provides a morphing low drone. All the sounds are sent through instances of Eventide Blackhole reverb."

Connection - A Live Ambient Soundscape - Noisebox, Analog Radio, Novation Peak, Alchemy, Albion Neo

video upload by Mark Farrelly

"A live ambient improvisation using a homemade Noisebox (soundbox), Novation Peak Synthesiser, Analog Radio, Alchemy Synthesiser and Spitfire Audio's Albion Neo Strings. The Noisebox is amplified with three piezoelectric sensors and then sent through an ambient reverb. The Analog Radio is from 1975 and has a manual tuning knob. The Radio is sent through a passive switcher, with mute and volume controls, the signal is then sent through delays. The Novation Peak plays a custom lead synth patch. Alchemy is playing a custom complex evolving drone patch with the volume controlled from the Arturia Keylab MIDI keyboard, which is also used to play the Peak and the Albion Neo string section by switching midi channels. All the sounds are sent through instances of Eventide Blackhole reverb. Footage is from around where I live in Ireland."

Dave Fredericks - Stinger - The ARP Family of Synthesizers Demo Record

video upload by PJ

"Nice track from an Arp Synthesizer company promo 7"."

Stinger ~ A discussion with Arp Instruments Dave Fredericks.

video upload by David Frederick

"A discussion with Arp Instruments Dave Fredericks on the song Stinger from the 'Red' Arp demo record. This conversation between David Frederick and his father David Frederick Sr. (Dave Fredericks) discusses the origins of this song, recording the iconic song on the Arp "Red" demo record, and using the Arp 2600, Arp Odyssey, and Arp Pro Soloist in the performance. A great conversation on this song, Arp history, synthesizers, and more!

Interview note & correction: "East Meets West" was recollected to being in 5/4 time signature when in fact, it was in 4/4. At the time of recording this interview, East Meets West was recorded 56 years ago!"

David Frederick ~ Stinger Reborn

video upload by David Frederick

"My dad who was one of the original founders of Arp Synthesizer, VP of Global Sales and Marketing, and visionary behind such Arp synths as the Odyssey, Pro Soloist, String Ensemble, Omni, Explorer, Axxe, and Little Brother, wrote this song back in the late sixties around the time I was born. He initially released it on his first album "Mr. Talent - Dave Fredericks" where he played the organ and my uncle Bruce played the drums.

My dad reintroduced Stinger on Arp's "The ARP Family of Synthesizers" record (the red record), using the Eminent Organ, Arp Pro Soloist, Arp Odyssey, and Arp 2600 with Cleve Posar on Drums.

One day I decided for fun and nostalgia to quickly whip up a new 21st-century arrangement of my dad's song and I thought I would share.

Hope you dig it!
David

TRACK NOTES
David Frederick - Keyboards - Arp 2600, Hammond B3, Steinberg Horns, Steinway Grand Piano, Roland Jupiter 8 (pads), Spitfire Audio Drums, and Kontakt Percussion.

Recorded: Direct into Steinberg Cuebase, processed and mastered with Waves Abby Road Mastering Chain."

Novation Introduces FLkey 49 & 61: New Additions to the Ultimate FL Studio MIDI Keyboard Range

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Press release follows:

NOVATION INTRODUCES FLkey 49 AND FLkey 61 TO THE AWARD-WINNING FLkey RANGE

HIGH WYCOMBE, U.K. - June 8, 2023 – Novation proudly announces the latest additions to their FLkey range: the FLkey 49 and FLkey 61. These new models are specifically designed to provide an enriched, hands-on music production experience for FL Studio users.

Building on the success of the award-winning FLkey Mini and FLkey 37, these new models offer a larger key count and additional features, thus catering to the ever-growing demands of the FL Studio user community. Developed in collaboration with Image-Line, creators of FL Studio, the FLkey 49 and FLkey 61 provide seamless integration, enabling users to stay in the groove without switching back to the computer.

"We're proud to present the FLkey 49 and FLkey 61," said Sam Counihan, Senior Product Manager, Novation. "These extensions to our FLkey line provide FL Studio musicians with a broader canvas for their creativity, enhancing their musical journey."

FLkey 49 and FLkey 61 allow for a hands-on music production experience, with controls for FL Studio's Sequencer, Channel Rack, and Mixer. The controllers include Scale and Chord modes for creative play, along with Sequencer Mode for programming beats fast. The controllers also include essential buttons for easy access to transport, score log, undo, redo, quantise, and metronome triggering. Presets can be browsed in Image-Line plugins directly from the controllers. Additionally, the controllers come bundled with a range of software from AAS, Spitfire Audio, XLN Audio, and Klevgrand, as well as a 6-month trial of FL Studio Producer Edition.

Key Features of FLkey 49 and 61:

• Seamless Integration with FL Studio. Produce music easily with essential controls at your fingertips.

• Mixer and Channel Rack control. Adjust volume and pan with eight knobs, nine faders, and nine

fader buttons.

• Step sequencer. Take control of FL Studio’s step sequencer and program drums easily.

• Pattern Pad mode. Select and edit patterns directly from the pads.

• Channel Rack playability. Play directly into the Channel Rack from FLkey 49 and FLkey 61’s pads.

• Scale mode. Choose your scale and always hit the right note.

• Instrument control. Trigger FPC and SliceX with the pads for more expressive beats and melodies.

• Plug-in control. Tweak Image-Line plugins and record natural-sounding automation with eight knobs

and nine faders.

• Creative Chord Modes. Three chord modes–Fixed, User and Scale–unlock rapid song building and

performance. Play custom chords and chords in different scales with just one finger.

• Preset browsing. Find your favourite presets from Image-Line plugins directly from FLkey 49 and

FLkey 61.

• Custom Modes. Assign custom controls to the pads and knobs on FLkey 49 and FLkey 61 to tailor

your music production workflow.

Included Software:

• FL Studio Producer Edition – 6 Month Trial

• XLN Audio Addictive Keys

• AAS Session bundle

• Spitfire Audio Expressive Strings

• Klevgrand DAW Cassette

• Klevgrand Roverb

Warranty:

Novation provides a three-year warranty, ensuring repair or replacement due to a manufacturing fault, offering reliability wherever you are in the world.

Pricing and Availability:

FLkey 49: $229.99 FLkey 61: $279.99

FLkey 49 and FLkey 61 are now available for pre-order at all leading musical instrument retailers and can also be ordered directly from our online store at store.focusrite.com.

For more information, please visit: novationmusic.com/flkey

Snakes of Russia - Dos Thrones

video upload by Snakes of Russia

This one is in via Soviet Space Child who had the following to say about it:

"Local Los Angeles musician and sound designer Snakes of Russia just premiered a new music video with some nice synth goodness included.

Here's a previous interview of his regarding his sound design work:"

Creative Cribs - The Small Space where BIG Sounds are Made! with @SnakesofRussia

video upload by Spitfire Audio

"​@ChristianHensonMusic visited 'death beat' producer, composer, and sound designer @SnakesofRussia in his Pasadena studio where they talk all things sound processing, plug-ins and more!"

https://www.snakesofrussia.com

Channelling my inner Moby (?!) // Arturia Polybrute + Moog Subsequent 37 + Piano VST

video upload by Lost Clouds (Tom Green Music)

PRE-SAVE STREAM: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/tom...
DOWNLOAD: https://tomgreenmusic1.bandcamp.com/

"It felt really good to write a whole track for the first time in ages - hence the name of the song! Quite a few layers to this one! Here's what's going on:

POLYBRUTE (1)
The core of the song - starts off with a Moby-esque (I think!) sequence and chord progression around which the rest of the song builds. Initially very soft and fizzy, the mod wheel opens up the filter, moves the oscillators from a triangle wave to a saw wave and changes the Steiner Filter from high-pass to low-pass, giving the sound a bit more heft. One thing I really like about this patch is the way the voices interact - when the sequence is playing on its own, there's no obvious voice stealing and the sequence flows nicely. As the chord progression starts, the sequence starts stealing voices from itself which makes the sequence a little punchier. No extra effects on this track.

POLYBRUTE (2) + PIANO
The lead for the song, this track uses a very soft pluck on the Polybrute (one of my favourite patches!), and at the same time feeds the MIDI into the Spitfire Audio Originals Cinematic Soft Piano. The result is a wonderfully textured sound that is . There's another track that combines the soft pluck and piano again, but with an ostinato that carries on through most of the track. No extra effects on this track.

MOOG SUBSEQUENT 37
Bass, of course. But not just any bass! This one uses some extra effects - Soundtoys Devil-Loc compresses and crunch-ifies the track in an awesome way when combined with some held reverb from the Ventris Dual Reverb (recorded separately) - holding a note makes the bass cut through in with a gritty texture, and releasing the note immediately brings in the slightly distorted, contrasting reverb trails. Love it!"

CHILL BEATS with MASCHINE and FIREWOOD PIANO

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Just a demo track thrown together with NATIVE INSTRUMENTS MASCHINE 2 software groovebox DAW. Sounds from PRISMATIC BLISS expansion pack, KONTAKT and MASSIVE. Using KOMPLETE KONTROL S61. Piano sound is SPITFIRE AUDIO LABS FIREWOOD PIANO layered with pad."

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK
► WEBSITE https://woodypianoshack.com - additional links there.
► PATREON http://bit.ly/woody_patreon
► MUSIC https://woodypianoshack.bandcamp.com

SPITFIRE AUDIO ORIGINALS - They Did A Wurli

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Demo and walkthrough of newly released SPITFIRE AUDIO ORIGINAL WURLI, a VST plugin sample library of the famous Wurlitzer 200A electric piano."

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK
► WEBSITE https://woodypianoshack.com - additional links there.
► PATREON http://bit.ly/woody_patreon
► MUSIC https://woodypianoshack.bandcamp.com

CInematic DEPECHE MODE With SPITFIRE AUDIO ORIGINALS

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Process of making a cinematic orchestral soundtrack version of ENJOY THE SILENCE by DEPECHE MODE using SPITFIRE AUDIO ORIGINALS CINEMATIC SOFT PIANO and SPITFIRE AUDIO ORIGINALS CINEMATIC FROZEN STRINGS sample libraries in ABLETON LIVE."

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK
► WEBSITE https://woodypianoshack.com - additional links there.
► SUPPORT http://bit.ly/wps_support
► MUSIC https://woodypianoshack.bandcamp.com

35% Off Ableton Live 11 Suite w/ Push 2 Controller

Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

$549 price drop.

Currently available here on Ableton's Reverb shop.

Push is a hardware instrument that seamlessly integrates with Live to give you a hands-on and expressive music-making experience. With Suite, you can unlock the full potential of Push with the fully-featured version of Live.

Want to better understand the difference between Suite and Intro? Here's a breakdown:

Unlimited Tracks - Intro is limited to 16 tracks per session. With unlimited tracks, Suite can handle your biggest projects with ease.

More Instruments and Effects - Suite offers endless inspiration for your sound design with devices such as Wavetable, Hybrid Reverb, Echo, and Drum Buss.

More Packs - Explore the deep content library included in Suite's Packs:

Inspired by Nature contains six playful instruments and effects that use natural and physical processes as their inspiration.
Curated Collections captures the musical threads that tie together evolving styles and scenes.
Spitfire Audio instrument packs capture the intimate sound of orchestral chamber instruments.
And more - explore over 70 GB of professional sounds—from multisampled pianos and acoustic instruments to vintage drum machines and classic synths—ready to use in your productions.
Easily connect with external gear - Suite includes built-in devices to easily send and receive MIDI to and from your external devices. Need to connect your modular gear? Suite's CV Tools pack has you covered.

A full feature comparison can be found at ableton.com/live/compare-editions

Live 11 software included in this purchase will be available to download from your Ableton.com account after registering your Push serial number."

SPITFIRE AUDIO LABS Free Plugins - Latest Releases

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Demo of the latest SPITFIRE AUDIO LABS free VST plugin sample libraries TAPE PIANO, CELLO MOODS, MICAH'S CHOIR, HARMONIC FLIGHTS, FOGHORN.

For the other 45 plugins, including SOFT PIANO, GLASS PIANO, STRINGS, CHOIR, GUITAR; DRUMS, PERCUSSION and stunning cinematic pads and orchestral instruments check out this earlier video where we play all 45 of them!

SPITFIRE AUDIO LABS Free Plugins - Demo of them ALL! [posted here]

Before you let me know, I made the video right before they released the new VINTAGE DRUMS, but fear not, we'll cover it in the next catchup."

Spitfire Audio Fractured Strings - A New Force Of Nature

video upload by Spitfire Audio

"Award-winning composer Paul Thomson takes you to the edge of the world and beyond with Fractured Strings. Created in collaboration with Hans Zimmer’s prestigious scoring collective Bleeding Fingers Music and London’s finest string players, this small ensemble library features an eight-piece string ensemble and two soloists, brought to life in the unparalleled acoustics of AIR Lyndhurst Hall, complete with 15 signal paths.

Fractured Strings introduces an innovative approach to articulations that delivers inspirational surprises through intervallic performances and new modal colours with unparalleled depth and realism. Introducing our brand new Scale Mode technology, these sophisticated, emotive movements and textures reflect the intricacies, patterns and contrasts found in natural phenomena — as heard in BBC's #FrozenplanetII.

Explore Fractured Strings here - https://bit.ly/3xEL8h1

00:00 - Trailer
1:00 - Interview with Bleeding Fingers Music
7:02 - Walkthrough
7:47 The Scale Mode
10:38 - The Articulations
15:40 - The EVO Grid
19:33 - The Seventh Reach
21:10 - The Solo Instruments"

And the press release:

"Spitfire Audio works with Bleeding Fingers to forge FRACTURED STRINGS as a new kind of chamber string library introducing a novel approach to articulations

“Early on in the process of scoring Frozen Planet II, we looked at the patterns of splintering ice and the individuality of snowflakes; in creating FRACTURED STRINGS, we worked closely with the Spitfire [Audio] team and London’s best players to represent these natural phenomena in musical performances — creating a toolkit that became the foundation of our score for the show.”

- Frozen Planet II composers James Everingham & Adam Lukas, 2022


LONDON, UK: created in close collaboration with Bleeding Fingers Music, the Emmy Award-winning and BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) Award-nominated composer collective, hand-selected and mentored by Hollywood hotshot Hans Zimmer (as a multi-Academy Award- and GRAMMY® Award-winning film composer of some serious standing), sound-specialising British music technology company Spitfire Audio is proud to announce availability of FRACTURED STRINGS — itself introducing a novel approach to articulations as a new kind of chamber string library featuring a 10-piece ensemble inspired by the Arctic and brought to life in the unparalleled acoustics of Lyndhurst Hall in London’s legendary AIR Studios, served up as an AAX-, AU-, VST2-, and VST3-compatible (NKS-supporting) proprietary plug-in with 15 signal paths and infinite intervallic possibilities, designed to infuse any gestures, leaps, and cellular motif anyone might compose with warmth, colour, and humanity — as of September 22…

Being billed as a journey through Earth’s frozen worlds, home to unique and remarkable wildlife, it is little wonder that Santa Monica, CA, USA-based Bleeding Fingers Music were looking for a library that could not only support scenes of frozen silence but also scenes of action, tension, crisis, and drama when composers Hans Zimmer, James Everingham, and Adam Lukas started scoring the small screen wonder that is Frozen Planet II, the 2022-broadcast British nature documentary series co- produced by the BBC and The Open University as a sequel to 2011’s Frozen Planet. Putting it this way, James Everingham and Adam Lukas collectively comment: “Early on in the process of scoring Frozen Planet II, we looked at the patterns of splintering ice and the individuality of snowflakes; in creating FRACTURED STRINGS, we worked closely with the Spitfire [Audio] team and London’s best players to represent these natural phenomena in musical performances — creating a toolkit that became the foundation of our score for the show.”

Serious demands demand serious solutions, so a small section of London’s finest string players were brought by the Spitfire Audio team tasked with bringing Bleeding Fingers Music’s requirements to life in the unparalleled acoustics of Lyndhurst Hall — home to many a blockbuster film scoring session by Hans Zimmer and many more — in London’s legendary AIR Studios. The ten players concerned closely collaborated with the Bleeding Fingers Music team and Spitfire Audio’s own collective of composers, conductors, and engineers there to create a vast suite of intricate decorations, leaps, and swells.

So who better to formally introduce the finished FRACTURED STRINGS, then, than Spitfire Audio co-founder Paul Thomson — truly no stranger to the wonderful world of music-to-picture scoring himself as an English composer for film, television, and video games, as well as a music technologist to boot: “This is our latest collaboration with Bleeding Fingers [Music], and it is a set of unique and original content made for the BBC show Frozen Planet II. It showcases a huge amount of string articulations and gestures — wispy, ice-y, ethereal fragments that we have never before recorded, and that you can't play very easily with existing string libraries.”

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