NAMM 2023 - Bitwig Version 5

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"Frederik from Bitwig Studio showed us some new features during the in version five starting with the browser. When adding content to the project, a flat list of all available instruments, plugins, and relevant presets are shown, which helps users immediately access the content. The audio effects browser is automatically displayed after adding an instrument, making it easy to find relevant audio effects.

Additional features are included in version 5 including Segments - an envelope geared modulator, and the package manager, which makes it easier for users to find new sound packages. Additionally, the software now includes MPE support

Bitwig Studio 16-Track Price: 99 USD / Euros

Bitwig Studio Price: 399 USD / Euros"

NAMM 2023 - Bitwig 5

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"Bitwig unveil version 5 of their DAW with tons of new features."

NAMM 2023 - Elektron - Overbridge Doe AAX Preview

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"We met up with Mario from Elektron, who showed us the new capabilities of Overbridge in Pro Tools. Overbridge is a plugin that allows you to control your Elektron device bi-directionally with hardware, gives individual outs, which opens up the Digi machines to more flexibility than afforded by their usual stereo out. What's really great about it is that you don't have to sacrifice your interface that you already have built into your system. When you open up the plug-in at first, it'll just be the main out, but you have the ability within the devices to change the routing.

Overbridge has total recall, so if you just plug in your device, and you have a wrong project loaded, once you open up the DAW project, it'll just load everything onto your device. With overbridge, you can process everything separately with plugins, or outboard. It can pull out all of it and aggregate all of the devices and access the individual outputs of each one. Overbridge is now available in public beta with AAX and VST.

Overbridge VST Price: Free"

NAMM 2023 - Muse Ovations - Beatwarp

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"Sonic State caught up with Vaughan and Joel from Muse Ovations at NAMM 2023 to take a closer look at their upcoming Beatwarp groovebox sequencer. The Beatwarp is a stand-alone, all-in-one sequencer that features eight tracks of sequencing, all of which can be controlled independently. Each track can have its own sound and can be edited with a wide range of effects, filters, and modulation options. Vaughan and Joel explained that the Beatwarp has been designed to be easy to use and intuitive.

The Beatwarp also has a number of built-in patterns, which can be used as a starting point for creating your own beats. Vaughan and Joel demonstrated how easy it is to create a pattern using the built-in step sequencer, and then how to manipulate that pattern using the various editing tools available. They also showed how the Beatwarp can be used to control external gear, such as synths and drum machines.

Muse Ovations will be launching a Kickstarter for the Beatwarp by the end of summer 2023.

More info:

Muse Ovations website: https://museovations.com/"

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

raidigit.com"

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..."