I’ve done quite a few stories rounfing up some of the best apps for occasions like Halloween and Thanksgiving, so I thought it was time to focus on one of my true loves — guitar.
Music
∞ Universal Audio adds SSL, Studer A800, 64-bit Mac support
Universal Audio on Wednesday released a significant update to its audio software adding plug-ins for the SSL 4000 Console, the SSL G Bus Compressor, and the Studer A800 tape recorder. UA’s Mac software is also now 64-bit compatible, the company … Continued
∞ The Beatles sell 2 million songs, 450,000 albums in one week
The Beatles have been on iTunes for a week now and according to record company EMI and Apple, sales have gone pretty well so far.
∞ It's Metal month at Toontrack
Okay Metalheads, if you’re looking for some drums, MIDI grooves, and engineer presets, November is Metal month at Toontrack.
∞ Universal Audio ships the Twin-Finity Mic Preamp
When it comes to music creation, Universal Audio is one of my favorite companies. They deliver top-notch audio plug-ins and they still have a hand in creating some of the best hardware in the business.
∞ BFD Jazz Maple expansion pack released
FXpansion on Monday introduced BFD Jazz Maple, the newest expansion kit for BFD2 and BFD Eco drum sampler applications.
∞ Gorillaz new album made on an iPad
Gorillaz frontman Damon Albarn hopes to make music history by creating his new album completely on an iPad.
∞ Apple integrates Twitter into Ping
Apple and Twitter have teamed up to allow users of Apple’s Ping social networking service to share items between iTunes and your Twitter feed.
∞ Universal Audio becomes a Pro Tools developer
Audio plug-in developer Universal Audio (UA) announced that it is now an Avid Pro Tools RTAS developer.
∞ Pro Tools 9: This changes everything
Every company that releases a new product wants you to think that it changes the dynamics of the market it competes — few actually do. However, with Pro Tools 9, Avid has literally changed the game.
∞ Keith McMillen Instruments releases SoftStep foot controller
Keith McMillen Instruments on Wednesday released a new foot controller for musicians called SoftStep. The controller can be plugged into a Mac using USB or MIDI.
∞ Atomic Tom turns to iPhones to replace stolen instruments
New York based rockers Atomic Tom were the victims of theft that left the band without instruments. Thanks to the iPhone, they were still able to perform.
∞ Neil Zlozower gives rock fans the "Zloz Hour"
Legendary rock photographer Neil “Zloz” Zlozower is giving rock fans a look inside the life of Rock ‘n Roll in his own unique way.
∞ Trick or Tweet with Zakk Wylde and win a guitar
What could be better than winning a Zakk Wylde guitar on Halloween? It’s possible with a new promotion from Gibson and Zakk.
∞ Avid unveils Pro Tools HD Native
Avid on Wednesday introduced Pro Tools HD Native, giving users a new way to complete audio projects using the power of the computer.
∞ Universal Audio releases the UAD-2 Quad Omni
Great news from Universal Audio (UA) today. The company introduced the UAD-2 Quad Omni, the next generation hardware for its plug-in platform.
∞ Native Instruments releases Rammfire amp model for Guitar Rig 4
Native Instruments on Monday released a new amp and cabinet model for use with Guitar Rig 4 and Guitar Rig Player.
∞ Avid intros new Mbox, Pro Tools SE bundles
Avid this week released several new products for Mac using musicians, including several pieces of hardware and a new software bundle.
∞ Universal Audio releases Echoplex, dbx 160 plug-ins
Universal Audio released two new audio plug-ins on Wednesday, further adding to its list of classic plug-ins for music enthusiasts and engineers.
∞ Review: GuitarJack, FourTrack and TaylorEQ for iPhone
Sonoma Wire Works is one of those companies that you know is going to release quality, innovative products every single time they put something out. The latest hardware and software releases for the iPhone are no exception.
∞ Gibson releases 3 acoustic guitars to celebrate John Lennon's birthday
On October 9, 2010, John Lennon would have been 70 years old. To celebrate the occasion, Gibson partnered with Yoko Ono to release three new acoustic guitars.
∞ Improvox provides Vocal instrument recording for iPhone, iPad
If you are a professional musician, “weekend warrior” performer, or just have always wanted to make music beyond singing in the shower (or in your car), ImproVox is an impressive new software title that may not only make you want … Continued
∞ Gibson USA plant reopens; Pictures from the flood devastation
Earlier this year a devastating flood ripped through Nashville, Tenn., laying waste to everything in its path. Sadly, one of the companies in its path was Gibson USA.
∞ Avid intros new Pro Tools HD interfaces, HEAT software
Avid on Tuesday introduced three new Pro Tools HD interfaces and a new piece of software, called HEAT, that the company said will add the realism of vintage analog sound to Pro Tools recordings.
∞ Vocal Production with Bil VornDick training videos released
Recording engineer Brady Barnett and Multi-Platinum.com released another training video, this time featuring engineer Bil VornDick. This release focuses on vocal production.
∞ Preview: Ambrosia Software's WireTap Anywhere 2.0
When Ambrosia Software first released WireTap Anywhere (WTA), they changed the way I thought of my audio hardware. Now with version 2.0 almost ready to be released, WireTap Anywhere will completely change the way I record audio.
∞ Apogee unveils the Symphony I/O audio interface
One of my favorite audio hardware companies, Apogee Electronics, recently released the Symphony I/O multi-channel audio interface.
∞ Zakk Wylde's 'Order of the Black' now available
Zakk Wylde on Tuesday released his latest Black Label Society studio album, “Order of the Black.” This is the band’s first album in four years and it gives fans everything they expect from Zakk and BLS.
∞ Review: iRig and AmpliTube for the iPad and iPhone
I’ve been using IK Multimedia’s AmpliTube on my Mac for years, so I was interested to see what the company developed for the iPad and iPhone. They didn’t disappoint.
∞ Yoko Ono says Beatles not going on iTunes
If you’ve been waiting for the Beatles catalog to appear on the iTunes Store, you may have a long wait ahead of you.