BFD Signature Snares Vol.2 FXpansion is proud to present a collection of Yamaha signature snares for your BFD2 library. ...

Electronic Creatives and Dubspot Present: Ableton Live Master Class Featuring Max for Live An Ableton Certified Training Center event March 20-21st 2010 Los Angeles, CA Learn to Produce, DJ and Perform Using Ableton Live. 2 Days of Immersive Ableton Live Instruction Taught by Ableton Certified Trainer Laura Escudé and Producer/Performer Henry Strange Featuring Special Guest Andrew Pask from Cycling ’74 Presenting Max for Live. Day 1: Ableton 101 Interface Warping/Tempo Control Recording Effects Controller Mapping Day 2: Advanced Techniques Effects Rack Drum and Instrument Rack Action Programming Advanced Automation Max for Live For More Info & Registration ...

SPL DrumXchanger: Beta version makes debut at Musikmesse SPL's new software tool looks very promising, specially considering that the German manufacturer has an ace under the sleeve: their proprietary Transient Designer technology. By inventing level-independent dynamic processing in the 1990's, SPL provided the foundation for all transient processing tools. They have once again resorted to this proven and tested technology to develop their latest software tool: the DrumXchanger, a plug-in that can replace drum sounds in multitrack sessions irrespective of their level. According to SPL, it works in real time and replaces samples phase-accurately in the original signal. DrumXchanger uses the Transient Designer technology for drum hit recognition rather than sound creation. Hence, all drum hits, including the faintest ghost notes, are faithfully recognized regardless of their dynamic level. The samples can be mixed with the original sound and there is also a ducking function available, which only reduces the level of the original drum hit itself without affecting the ambience around it. ...

Having an SPL modular rack system had never been so feasible: In addition to the much-praised, 19-inch eight-module frame available already, the German manufacturer introduces now a brand new four-module rack system, as well as a Dual-Band De-Esser to complete its range of modules available. ...

Just wanted to let anyone who cares know that since yesterday Steinberg is finally offering a 30 day trial of Cubase 5. ...