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Apple Logic Pro X 10.4 Music Production Software
Apple has released Logic Pro X version 10.4 , the latest update to its professional music production software .
Included in Logic Pro X 10.4 is Smart Tempo , a new advanced tempo detection technology that automatically manages tempo across all the content in a project . It gives users the freedom to record naturally without a metronome or click track , but still have their performance stay in sync with any other tempobased content or features in a project .
For new effects plug-ins , the ChromaVerb algorithmic reverb plug-in has a colourful interactive interface that allows users to add space and depth to tracks and simulate a wide range of acoustic spaces . Vintage EQ features three plug-ins modelled after some of the most sought after hardware EQs from the 1950s to 1970s . Phat FX is a new multi-effect that adds warmth , punch , and presence to synths , guitar , bass , and drums . Step FX adds rhythmic movement to any track by arranging filters , effects , and independent step sequencers to control treatments over time .
For more information , contact Apple Canada : www . apple . com / ca / logic-pro /
Auralex MAX Kits Portable Acoustic Treatment Kits
Auralex Acoustics has released its MAX portable acoustic treatment kits . The MAX Kits ( shorthand for mobile , absorptive , and “ eXpandable ”) allow users to reconfigure and tune their space for a wide variety of applications . Three packages are currently available : the VoxMAX , EditMAX , and ProducerMAX Kits .
The VoxMAX Kit is designed for voiceover / vocal recording and instrument baffling . This kit can also be quickly positioned to address reflections within a small recording , monitoring , or mixing environment . The EditMAX Kit is designed as an easily-configured baffling for recording and can also be quickly positioned to create an accurate monitoring environment for editing and mixing in spaces that mounted acoustical treatments are not desired . The ProducerMAX Kit is a versatile and easily-configured acoustical treatment solution for recording that can be quickly positioned to create an accurate monitoring and mixing environment .
For more information , contact Diffusion Audio : 450-227-3818 , FAX 866-334-1406 , sales @ diffusion-audio . com , www . diffusion-audio . com .
Focusrite Clarett USB Audio Interfaces
Focusrite has introduced a new range of studio-quality USB audio interfaces under the Clarett line . The Clarett USB series features three interfaces : the Clarett 2Pre USB ( 10-in , 4-out ), Clarett 4Pre USB ( 18-in , 8-out ), and Clarett 8Pre USB ( 18-in , 20-out ).
The low noise , low distortion , and up to 119dB dynamic range of Clarett can now be utilized with any Mac or PC supporting USB 2.0 and above . The included standard USB and USB Type-C cables connect to Mac or PC , enabling users to record with super-low latency through amp simulators and effects plug-ins .
In addition , the Air-enabled mic preamps can reproduce the input impedance , clarity , and frequency response curve of the Air feature from Focusrite ’ s original ISA mic preamp . Included software is from XLN Audio , Focusrite , Softube , Ableton , and Loopmasters .
For more information , contact Erikson Audio : 514-457-2555 , FAX 514-457-0055 , info @ eriksonaudio . com , www . eriksonaudio . com .
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