Software

• [NAMM2020] STEINBERG / AXR4U Audio interface to be released!

  

  2020/01/20

  The AXR4U, a USB3.0 (Type-C) compatible version of the STEINBERG AXR4 audio interface flagship model, to be released. High-speed data transfer with devices, and the AD/DA converter capable of recording and playback of up to 32 bit/384 kHz, makes the AXR4U ideal for professional music production where compromise in sound quality in not acceptable. It also features a hybrid microphone preamplifier that allows you to select sound characters from clear sound without coloring to vintage sound, providing a recording environment of the highest quality. The 28×24 matrix mixer supports flexible mix monitoring. Sales begin on February 5 (Wed) and reservations are being accepted from January 17 (Fri).
  
  ■STEINBERG「AXR4U」

• [FOCUSRITE User Benefits] Plug-in Present!

  

  2020/01/18

  PLUG-IN COLLECTIVE campaign to offer free plug-ins to FOCUSRITE product users! The user must have FOCUSRITE hardware such as the Scarlett audio interface, Clarett series, or an ISA series microphone preamplifier, and have activated the plug-in via the manufacturer's site within the campaign period. The free plug-in is NUGEN Audio's Monofilter Elements, which tightens low frequencies easily. Please consider this opportunity.
  
  ■ Campaign period
  Until Thursday, March 5, 2020
  
  ■ Eligibility
  ・ Registration of the target product on the manufacturer site, download of the plug-in and activation by the end of the campaign period.
  * Users who have already registered a target product can download the plug-in from "MY SOFTWARE" after logging in on the manufacturer site.
  
  ■FOCUSRITE hardware list

• [NAMM 2020] Launched MIDI Pad / Controller Launchpad Pro MK3 from NOVATION!

  

  2020/01/18

  ■NOVATION 「Launchpad Pro MK3」
  
  Ableton Live10 compatible MIDI pad / controller NOVATION / Launchpad Pro MK3 has been released. With 64 highly sensitive RGB pads, you can intuitively understand the status of Ableton Live10 session and realize comfortable performance. In addition, it has a 4-track / 8-note polyphonic / 32-step stand-alone sequencer, giving you more freedom to shape your ideas. It also has two MIDI outputs, and is also active in music production in cooperation with various MIDI devices!

• 【NAMM】SOLID STATE LOGICよりオーディオインターフェイスSSL2登場！

  

  2020/01/16

  SOLID STATE LOGICより、USBオーディオインターフェイスSSL2が登場しました。最高級オーディオミキシングコンソールを手掛ける同社の技術により、比類ないオーディオ特性と広いゲインレンジを持つオリジナルデザインのマイクプリを2系統装備。さらに、SL4000シリーズコンソールのサウンドにインスパイアされた、あらゆる入力ソースにアナログの色づけを施す "4K" スイッチをそれぞれのチャンネルに搭載。24bit/192kHz AD/DAコンバーターにより、 サウンドの全てを余すところなく表現します。2IN/2OUTのSSL2、2IN/4OUT仕様のSSL2+の2モデルをラインナップ。豊富なソフトウェアも付属し、手軽に高音質なレコーディングを楽しむことが可能です。
  
  ※1月下旬～2月初旬発売予定
  
  ■SOLID STATE LOGIC「SSL2」
  ■SOLID STATE LOGIC「SSL2+」

• UVI introduces the Vintage Vault 3!

  

  2020/01/16

  ■ UVI "Vintage Vault 3"
  
  Vintage Vault 3 is a software instrument that contains a wide range of UVI-rich vintage synthesizer and drum machine sounds! It includes a unique collection of 65 instruments, 500,000 samples, and presets created using over 10,000 real instruments. In addition, the sophisticated design provides a simple, streamlined workflow. This will no doubt be indispensable to those in music production! Vintage Vault 3 will be released at a commemorative price until 1/31 (Fri). Do not miss this opportunity!

• iZotope plug-ins limited time only special price!

  

  2020/01/14

  ■iZotope plug-ins Sale
  
  Popular iZotope plug-ins are on sale at limited time only special prices! The lineup includes the Music Production Suite 3, a popular plug-in bundle that includes the RX 7 Advanced audio repair tool for noise reduction, Ozone 9, Neutron 3 and Nectar 3, which have an AI suggestion function. In addition, various cross-grade versions are also eligible, which can be used at a discount for those who already have these products. Please take this opportunity to get the latest iZotope products!

• [Limited to 3 people] Monitor the "FOX" smartphone-compatible mic for podcasters and musicians!

  

  2020/01/11

  We are looking for monitors for the beyerdynamic "FOX", a high-quality microphone for singers, podcasters, and so on, for this collaboration between Sound House and "NANA-ru Mic Communication" for "nana" app users (operated by nana music Inc.)!
  
  ■ Application period: Wednesday, January 8 to Wednesday, January 15, 2020
  ■ Number of monitors: 3 (Depending on the number of applicants, names will be drawn from all entries.)
  ■ How to apply: Click "Go to“FOX”monitor entry form" in the middle of the application guidelines page below and proceed to the questionnaire page. After answering the questionnaire, click "Send" to complete your application.
  
  ■ Eligibility:
  -Be a nana user (user ID is required)
  ・ Have an iOS device such as an iPhone with a Lightning terminal
  ・ Be able to submit a report after use
  ・ Handle the equipment carefully and return on schedule
  ・ Be able to contribute actively on SNS, such as nana and Twitter, regarding the equipment
  * Please refer to the following page for details.
  
  ■ How to use the equipment: An image is posted on the application guidelines page below.
  * If you have any questions, please contact our sales department.
  
  nana-music homepage
  NANA-ru microphone communication January 2020 issue
  NANA-ru microphone communication January, 2020 issue application requirements

• Popular STEINBERG / UR22C audio interface arrives!

  

  2020/01/08

  STEINBERG's popular UR22C audio interface is now available! In addition to USB Type-C connection, the UR22C also supports 32bit/192kHz audio resolution, achieving an amazing high-resolution production environment. Furthermore, DSP allows for a flexible monitoring matrix and powerful effects. If you are using Cubase, you can also control the monitoring functions from the DAW. Please consider this opportunity.
  
  ■STEINBERG [UR22C]

• ROLAND GO: LIVECAST audio interface for smartphone live casting now available!

  

  2020/01/07

  ROLAND has released GO: LIVECAST, an audio interface for smartphone live casting. The main unit has a built-in microphone and a stereo mini line input terminal. In addition, the GO:LIVECAST app enables you to display titles and add effect sound such as applause, offering the high-quality live casting!
  
  * Scheduled to be released on January 25
  
  ■ROLAND「GO:LIVECAST」

• Choose your own present! FOCUSRITE / RED Series Winter Promotion!

  

  2020/01/06

  When you purchase a FOCUSRITE RED series audio interface target model during the campaign period, and apply using the official form, there are a number of products out of which you can choose one that you will receive free as a present. The target models are the RED 4Pre, RED 8Pre, and RED 16 Line models, which are equipped with a Red Evolution mic preamplifier to achieve the high-quality sound required by engineers and producers. The choice of presents include WAVES / Abbey Road Collection, a bundled collection of plugins co-developed with Abbey Road Studios, the Lewitt / LCT 440 PURE, a condenser microphone that can collect multiple sounds such as vocals and musical instruments, and so on. Why don't you take this opportunity to upgrade your production environment?
  
  ■ Campaign period
  Until January 31, 2020
  Details: During the period, purchase a target product, apply using the official form, and you can choose one present to be received free of charge.
  * For more details and information on how to apply, please check the distributor site information page.
  
  Distributor site information page
  
  ■Target model