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iRig™ MIX is the first mobile mixer for iPhone, iPod touch or iPad devices!
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iRig™ MIX is the first mobile mixer for iPhone, iPod touch or iPad devices. iRig MIX offers the same controls you would expect from a professional DJ mixer (crossfader, cues, EQ and volume controls, etc.) in an ultra-compact mobile mixer that can be used with a huge variety of iOS DJ mixing and other apps.
DJ Rig™ is a full-featured, double-deck DJ mixing app for iPhone. DJ Rig provides instant song play from the device’s music library, tempo sync, sample-based pads, performance recording and an arsenal of high-quality DJ effects. Together with iRig™ MIX, DJ Rig is the most portable, pro-quality setup for mobile DJs and musicians.
iRig MIX allows regular DJ-ing using two iOS device but also just one device on its two separate channels (using apps that split out to mono signals). Additionally — as seen for the first time on any DJ mixer – it can be used for mixing any type of audio sources (coming from mp3 players, CD players, etc.) with an iOS device using automatic tempo matching and beat synching thanks to its X-Sync feature when used with the DJ Rig app from IK Multimedia.
• 2 stereo inputs with gain, bass, treble and volume controls, independent cue on each channel with LED indication and channel crossfader
• Instrument/microphone/extra input with volume control can be processed by iOS apps (such as AmpliTube, VocaLive)
• Stereo output with RCA connectors, master level and LED meters
• High quality, pristine sound
• Quality headphone output for master or cue monitoring with independent volume control
• Input switch splits Input 1 into dual-mono for use with DJ mixing apps on a single iOS device
• “X-Sync” mode allows auto-sync with any audio source using the included DJ Rig free app
• Can also be powered with battery packs and mobile chargers
• Includes 4 free apps: DJ Rig, AmpliTube, VocaLive, GrooveMaker
Kontrol Surface 1974 ………
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Kontrol Surface 1974 | KS-1974 is an innovative multi-touch MIDI control surface.
Connect the KS-1974 to your laptop, desktop or any computer to transform them into a powerful and comfortable 22 inch surface with 4 simultaneous touch points. This is perfect for your studio or live performances. KS-1974 is a state-of-the-art DJ, VJ, and Studio Production tool. KS-1974 is the perfect size for any DJ booth or studio desk.
KS-1974 is the newest product from SmithsonMartin, winners of the 2011 DJ Mag Tech Awards: “Most Innovative Product”. Emulator for Traktor and Emulator Modular come bundled with the KS-1974.
Emulator Modular includes a complete set of objects so you can completely custom design your own multi-touch interface with buttons, sliders, circular knobs, jog wheels and even your own custom graphics.
With Emulator Modular you can build your customized multi-touch interface in just minutes. Imagine a custom layout for Traktor, Ableton, Virtual DJ, Mixvibes, Torq, Deckadance, Arkaos, Resolume, and any other MIDI based software. You can share your creations with Emulator community, benefit from the experience and collaboration of other users from our forum. Sharing templates is easy and free, with Emulator Modular, the game has officially changed.
KS-1974 is manufactured with a highly accurate and extremely responsive 4 touch sensor, running at ultra low latency (less 4ms) and completely compatible with Windows 7 & 8 and OSX.
S-1974 is an ultra durable MIDI controller, glass used in the sensors is chemically strengthened to withstand high-volume user interaction and repetitive motion. The system allows continuous usage and will never wear out the faders and of course no more missing buttons.
WaveMachine Labs Auria Recording Ipad App
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With the ability to play 48 mono or stereo 24bit/44.1 kHz tracks simultaneously, record up to 24 of those tracks simultaneously (through any supported USB multichannel audio interface), and edit and mix with familiar tools and full parameter automation, it’s clear Auria sets a new standard for iPad multitracking.
What’s more, Auria’s 64-bit Double Precision architecture ensures ample headroom for plug-in processing and mix summing, transforming your iPad into a recording and mixing system with sound quality that rivals most DAWs.
The depth is in the details. Like customizable pan laws. Like meters that are selectable between VU and RMS. Like full delay compensation for all tracks, including aux sends and subgroups. Complete with a vintage-inspired channel strip on every channel, a dedicated master channel strip, VST plug-ins engineered by renowned makers such as PSPaudioware, Overloud, Fab Filter and Drumagog, and support for Dropbox, Soundcloud, AAF, and MP3, Auria truly raises the bar for recording and mixing on the iPad.
Arturia MiniBrute Analog Synthesizer
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MiniBrute is a revolutionary new analog synthesizer from Arturia. Featuring a pure analog signal path and a host of unique features, it sets a new standard for what a hardware synthesizer should be.
Its 100% analog audio signal path features a VCO wave mixer, the classic Steiner-Parker multimode filter, as well as numerous analog innovations such as the Metalizer, Ultrasaw, and the Brute Factor™. Boasting a complete MIDI, CV and USB connectivity, MiniBrute is right at home with your computer or your vintage synths, making it the ideal companion to deliver a pure analog blast anywhere you go.
Moog Minitaur!
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Minitaur is a powerful, compact Analog Bass Synthesizer that features a classic one knob per function design. It is the first instrument in the Taurus family that does not have foot pedals. At only 8.5″ x 5.25″ and less than 3lbs, the Minitaur puts legendary analog Moog bass into a package designed to fit seamlessly into today’s performance and production environments. There are no confusing or convoluted menus to dig through. Plug in a MIDI controller or hook it up to your computer and start playing immediately.
Don’t be fooled by it’s size. Minitaur delivers all the growl, snarl and low end assosiciated with the Taurus family of Bass Synthesizers in a rugged performance package that is small enough to take with you anywhere.
• One knob per function interface for tweaking and creating new sounds on the fly. It also makes live performance a blast.
• Two oscillators with Sawtooth (Original Taurus) and Square wave-shapes for each VCO. Recreate sounds of the original Taurus with sawtooth waves, or create new sounds with square waves or a combination of both.
• 2 Mixer VCAs for VCO levels control of Oscillators 1 and 2.
• Moog Ladder Filter with adjustable resonance delivers classic Taurus 1 and 3 bass and boom.
•Two Minimoog style ADSR Envelope Generators for modulating VCF and VCA. The Decay and Release segments are controlled by the Decay knob, while the Release segment is enabled or disabled via Release On/Off switch.
• Midi-syncable LFO with Controls for Rate, VCO LFO Amount, and VCF LFO Amount
• DIN MIDI and MIDI over USB offer complete control of the Minitaur’s sound engine.
• Analog Control inputs for Pitch, Filter, Volume and Gate. Use an EP2 or CV to connect and control MInitaur with everything from Modulars to Moogerfoogers.
• External audio input for processing external audio through the Mixer and Filter section of Minitaur.
• Headphone output with 1/8″ connection.
• Compact rugged steel chassis that is built like a tank.
NAMM 2012 : ALTO MasterMix…. with Ipad!
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MASTER OF THE MIX
Seamlessly integrating your iPad’s beautiful touchscreen display, the MasterLink Live 16 and MasterLink Live 24 provide a mixing experience above and beyond any other mixer in their class. Their hybrid designs bridge the gap between high-quality analog consoles and sophisticated DSP technology.
The MasterLink Live 16 and MasterLink Live 24 offer channel compression, three-band semi-parametric EQ, four aux sends, four group buses, built-in Alesis digital effects and the unprecedented capability of the Alto Professional Live Drive App. With the MasterLink Live 16 and MasterLink Live 24, Alto Professional is delivering iPad integration at its finest. Both give you affordable pro-grade performance and seamless integration with iPad or iPad 2.
EQUIPPED TO COMMAND
More than just iPad mixer, each MasterLink mixer empowers you with professional features built in to their rugged frames.
With a three-band EQ and sweepable mid-frequency on all mono channels, the MasterLink Live 16 and MasterLink Live 24 give you total command over their 16 and 24 channels, respectively. Both the MasterLink Live 16 and MasterLink Live 24 feature dedicated analyzer/talkback microphone inputs, allowing you to easily evaluate your mix and communicate with your people on stage. You’ll have precise dynamic control with an ample amount of independent channel compressors on both models: 10 on MasterLink Live 16, and 16 on MasterLink Live 24. You also get 10 and 16 high-headroom, low noise microphone preamps, respectively.
BUILT-IN ALESIS DSP
With your iPad housed seamlessly in a MasterLink Live mixer, you have everything you need in front of you, ready to go. Each MasterLink Live mixer comes equipped with genuine Alesis DSP, putting great sounding effects at your fingertips, including must-have reverbs, choruses and delays. MasterLink Live mixers are the best of both worlds, bringing precise Alto Professional technology together with your iPad to give you and complete front-of-house solution.
Rather than simply using the iPad as a remote control, the MasterLink Live 16 and MasterLink Live 24 leverage the iPad’s powerful interface and beautiful display to provide incredible functionality and improved workflow, without adding much size. An integrated dock connector for iPad allows MasterLink Live mixers to access a variety of professional Master Mix Processing tools via the Live Drive App.
THE LIVE DRIVE APP
The Live Drive App brings main mix analyzing, processing and recording to your iPad. You get the equivalent of an entire rack of outboard gear, all accessible via your iPad’s touchscreen interface. You’ll be able to manage your main mix with a simplicity, elegance and command never before possible. The Live Drive App makes it easier than ever to control the processing of your main mix, get real-time audio analysis, and record your entire gig. It eliminates the need for racks and racks of cumbersome gear, giving you main mix control that is completely integrated with your MasterLink Live mixer.
MasterLink Live 16 and MasterLink Live 24: Experience a huge step forward in affordable, versatile live sound mixing from Alto Professional.
NAMM 2012 : New Akai MPC FLY!!
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MPC Fly merges unmatched Akai Professional technology with the power of your iPad 2, embodying legendary capabilities that have made the MPC an industry standard like real MPC pads, MPC Note Repeat and MPC Swing. Its multifunctional, double-hinged design gives you the flexibility to produce tracks anywhere, while also acting as a protective case between sessions and giving you total access to your iPad 2 for normal uses.
NAMM 2012: Nord Drum – Virtual Analog Drum Synthesizer
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The Nord Drum is a revolutionary 4-channel drum synthesizer. With an amazingly vast sonic palette and astounding level of playability the Nord Drum is guaranteed to change your perception of what’s possible with synthetic, sample-free percussion.
Create classic retro-futuristic percussion with analog waveforms or use the harmonically complex waveforms together with different colors of noise for results that both sound and respond stunningly organic. The Nord Drum is designed with the performing musician in mind and its extreme dynamic range and super-fast triggering add to the feeling of playing a real instrument.
4 high-sensitivity inputs and MIDI lets you play the Nord Drum with a wide range of Electronic Drum Pads, Acoustic Drum Triggers and MIDI-pads/Sequencers for easy integration into any existing drum-kit or the starting point for something completely new…