I attended a Yamaha event this morning where the company unveiled a new drum kit. As with most companies, Yamaha had a demo of the kit and brought out Godsmack’s Sully Erna to do the honors. Really, nothing else has … Continued
∞ NAMM Video: Audio Technica's new mics
We stopped by to get the news on the new Mics from Audio-Technica on Friday. Gary Boss explained what was new and what you should know.
∞ NAMM Video: Universal Audio
Universal Audio makes the best audio plug-ins on the market, so it makes sense that we would spend a bit of time speaking with them at NAMM. We talked about some of the hardware and software the company makes and … Continued
∞ NAMM Video: BFD Nano Demo by FXpansion
One of the best drum companies on the market is FXpansion with its BFD series. The company introduced BFD Nano at NAMM, which is a new version of the sampler targeted to the beginner user. We stopped by and got … Continued
∞ The Loop interviews Tim Self, Propellerhead Software
In the first of our video interviews from NAMM, Jim Dalrymple interviews Tim Self, Propellerhead Software’s senior vice president of sales and marketing. Tim discusses Propellerhead’s Record, new audio recording software.
∞ NAMM: Universal Audio introduces the Manley Massive Passive EQ
Universal Audio (UA) on Thursday said it has partnered with Manley Labs to bring the Massive Passive EQ plug-ins to users in the first quarter of 2010.
∞ NAMM: IK unveils StealthBoard USB/MIDI controller for guitarists
IK Multimedia on Thursday added to its guitar product line, introducing the StealthBoard.
∞ Apple releases MobileMe Gallery iPhone app
Apple on Thursday released a new iPhone app for users of its MobileMe online service.
∞ NAMM: Sonic Reality introduces EpiK DrumS, A Ken Scott Collection
One of the first people I ran into at NAMM on Wednesday was legendary recording engineer, Ken Scott. I had a chance to speak with him about his new project with Sonic Reality, EpiK DrumS.
∞ NAMM: GrooveMaker for iPhone surpasses 500,000 downloads
There is no doubt that music apps are popular for the iPhone. IK Multimedia on Thursday said its GrooveMaker for iPhone apps have surpassed 500,000 downloads.
∞ NAMM: IK Multimedia introduces AmpliTube 3
The NAMM trade show in Anaheim, Calif. is a great place to be for Mac using musicians and today’s announcement from IK Multimedia proves it.
∞ Stanford's iPhone Application Development course is back
One of the most popular courses on Apple’s iTunes U education portal is back for the winter quarter.
∞ Logic Pro, MainStage get 64-bit support
Apple on Tuesday released an update for its professional audio products, Logic Pro and MainStage. In addition to many bug fixes, the update also adds 64-bit support to both applications.
∞ Prediction: Apple to release two tablets, and other prognostications
Everyone is weighing in on what the new Apple tablet will look like, how it will work, what it will be named, and even when it will be released. I decided to throw my hat into the ring and give … Continued
∞ Apple ranks highest among Greenpeace's top tech companies
The back and forth battle between Greenpeace and Apple has been going on for years, but in its new report, Greenpeace ranked Apple as its No. 1 company.
∞ Billings Touch iPhone app debuts
Marketcircle’s latest product has been approved by Apple and is available from the App Store.
∞ Facebook 3.1 iPhone app adds push notifications
Facebook on Wednesday released an update for its iPhone app, adding one of the most requested new features — push notifications.
∞ Quattro Wireless confirms acquisition by Apple
Quattro Wireless on Tuesday confirmed the rumors that started on Monday — the company has been acquired by Apple.
∞ Macworld Expo 2010: Success story or a disaster waiting to happen
I’ve been attending Macworld Expos since 1996, or thereabouts. Every year the excitement leading up to a Macworld is intense and exciting, but sadly this year is different.
∞ Capo guitar app update fixes waveform issues
I wrote about how I use Capo to help me learn to play songs, back in October . The developer on Monday released an update with a really cool new feature, as well as some fixes for the app.
∞ Billings 3.5 adds support for upcoming iPhone app
Marketcircle just released an update for its professional time billing application, Billings, adding support for its upcoming Billings Touch iPhone app.
∞ Emoti iPhone app updates Facebook status with custom emoticons
One of my favorite iPhone app developers just released a new app that has already become a favorite of mine.
∞ First Look: The Gibson Dusk Tiger Robot guitar
I’ve had a bit more than 24 hours with Gibson’s newest guitar, the Dusk Tiger. I’ve had quite a few questions on Twitter, Facebook and email about how it works, so I thought I’d give you some of thoughts before … Continued
∞ Apple expected to make tablet announcement at event in January
Apple’s long rumored, but non-existent tablet may see the light of day at a special event held at San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in late January, according to reports.
∞ Make your gift count with Charity Checks
It’s been a tough year for all of us. I think most are ready to welcome 2010 with the hope of a better year, but there is still something we can do to help others now. And you can do … Continued
∞ Microsoft delays Messenger A/V support until March 2010
Microsoft on Tuesday posted on its blog that A/V support expected in 2009 for Messenger would be delayed until March 2010.
∞ Nielsen: iPhone is the top mobile phone in the U.S.
It’s a great way to start the holidays for Apple. Market research firm Nielsen says the iPhone is the most popular device in the U.S. from January to October 2009.
∞ Ambrosia updates WireTap Anywhere
One of the most useful audio utilities I’ve come across in years has just been updated fixing a few issues. It was included in my Christmas gift ideas for Mac using musicians, posted earlier today.
∞ Christmas gift ideas for Mac using musicians
Christmas lists are a dime a dozen these days. You can go anywhere and find a list of products and gift hampers sydney that people recommend you buy for friends and family.
∞ MacUpdate gives Videobox and MainMenu away for free
In addition to its holiday promotion, which we wrote about earlier this week, MacUpdate decided to give away two apps to its users for free.