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Loomer has updated Aspect, a virtual synthesizer instrument for Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Aspect is a 32-note polyphonic software instrument that combines a great-sounding, powerful synthesis engine, with a flexible semi-modular architecture and unparalleled ease of use. The core of Aspect’s superb sound are two analog modeled oscillators, each capable of producing a powerful selection of raw waveforms, and dual filters that can be routed in series, in parallel, or even blended into unique combinations.

Changes in Aspect v1.7.6

• Native 64-bit VST plug-in for Mac OS X (64-bit VST support requires Mac OS X 10.6 or greater; 64-bit Audio Unit requires Mac OS X 10.5 or greater; all other formats require Mac OS X 10.4 or greater.)
• Preset searches are now multi-threaded. Preset browser can now immediately respond to user interaction, even whilst searching a massive preset library, or when browsing a folder containing a large
  number of presets.
• Preset meta data (ie, author name, notes, tags) is now correctly displayed after loading an .FXP based preset or restoring a saved project.
• Vastly improved CPU usage when recalculating DSP graph as a result of realtime re-wiring of a modular preset.
• Standalone application tempo can now be set to within two decimal places of accuracy.
• Fix for GUI freeze that could occur in certain Mac OS X VST hosts.
• Fix for LFOs being incorrectly reset every four bars when using the standalone application.
• Fix for minor issue which caused a changed preset to temporarily be reverted to its original state when previewing presets via the browser.

Aspect 1.7.6 is available for immediate download from Loomer. A license is available to purchase for £65 + VAT.

More information: Loomer / Aspect

Grame – Centre National de Creation Musicale – has released version 0.9.43 of Faust (Functional Audio Stream), a functional programming language specifically designed for real-time signal processing and synthesis.

This version provides a major reorganization of the architecture system for better modularity and Open Sound Control (OSC) support. The code generation has been improved and the compiler offers new output possibilities for example the complete graph of the internal signal expressions as a .dot (graphviz) file.

The libraries and the examples have been extended: Julius Smith’s libraries provides several new filters and effects (including various reverbs) and Romain Michon has ported the Synthesis Tool Kit (STK) to FAUST.

Faust is available to download under the GNU General Public License (GPL).

More information: Faust

Loomer has released version 1.2.3 of Sequent, a semi-modular sequenced beat looper multi effect for Linux, Mac, and Windows.

Sequent is a step-sequenced multi-effect processor with a flexible modular effects routing system, an incredibly powerful beat looper, twenty-three parameter sequencers, and a wealth of randomization options. Sequent is the ideal tool for mangling audio on stage or in the studio.

Changes in Sequent v1.2.3

• Native 64-bit support for Linux VST plug-ins and Standalone application formats.
• Integrated undo and redo, with unlimited history size.
• Master Sequencer, to arrange effects along a time-line.
• Random pattern generation functions.
• Partial preset support for Routing configurations.
• Thru switch for Delay Module, which if enabled allows the dry signal to be passed through when the delay effect is turned off.
• Effects are now colour-coded for easy identification.
• Category support in preset browser.
• Windows VST 32-bit plug-ins and standalone applications no longer depend on additional runtime libraries. However, these libraries are still required – and installed – for the RTAS format plug-ins.
• libjack is now weak-linked for standalone Linux. This means JACK is not required (but still recommended) for Linux users.
• Windows RTAS plug-in is now installed to the correct location on 64-bit Windows operating systems.
• MIDI Program Changes are now multi-threaded, and so will no longer potentially stall the audio synthesis.
• Fix for rare issue that stopped presets from loading in Linux Renoise when LADSPA plug-in support is enabled.
• Fixed crash that could occur when connecting Effects in the Routing Window whilst simultaneously changing Presets via MIDI.
• Fix for crash (on both Windows and Linux) that could occur when ‘space’ is pressed when confirming the overwrite preset dialog.
• Presets without Patterns are now considerably smaller when saved to disc.
• Improved rendering speed of Router graphics.
• Reduced CPU usage when switching or editing patterns.
• Preset Browser is now maximized to fill the entire plug-in window.
• For Windows VST (32-bit and 64-bit), the preferences file can be placed alongside the DLL file to facilitate USB or portable installs.
• Additional presets.
• Various host compatibility fixes.
• PDF manual is now printer-friendly.

Sequent is available to purchase for £49 GBP excl. VAT.

More information: Loomer / Sequent

Loomer has released version 1.7.4 of Aspect, a virtual synthesizer instrument for Mac, Windows, and Linux.

Aspect is a 32-note polyphonic software instrument that combines a great-sounding, powerful synthesis engine, with a flexible semi-modular architecture and unparalleled ease of use. The core of Aspect’s superb sound are two analog modeled oscillators, each capable of producing a powerful selection of raw waveforms, and dual filters that can be routed in series, in parallel, or even blended into unique combinations.

Changes in Aspect v1.7.4

• Fix for crash (on both Windows and Linux) that could occur when ‘space’ is pressed when confirming the overwrite preset dialog.
• VU meters now automatically reset their overload status after a few seconds.
• Preset Browser is now maximized to fill the entire plug-in window.
• For Windows VST (32-bit and 64-bit), the preferences file can be placed alongside the DLL file to facilitate USB or portable installs.
• Clearer font in PDF documentation.

Aspect 1.7.4 is available for immediate download from Loomer.

More information: Loomer / Aspect

Loomer has released version 1.7.0 of Aspect, a virtual synthesizer instrument for Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux.

Changes in Aspect v1.7.0

• Native 64-bit VST and Standalone application versions for Linux.
• Integrated undo and redo, with unlimited history size.
• Mono legato modes, with selectable low, high, and last note priority.
• Mono unison: stack up to five unison voices in mono legato mode.
• Independent trigger mode for each envelope: retrigger, reset, or legato.
• Category support in preset browser.
• Increased filter cutoff modulation range.
• CPU usage is now consistent when using the Mac OS X RTAS plug-ins.
• Windows VST 32-bit plug-ins and standalone applications no longer depend on additional runtime libraries. However, these libraries are still required – and installed – for the RTAS format plug-ins.
• libjack is now weak-linked for standalone Linux. This means JACK is not required (but still recommended) for Linux users.
• Windows RTAS plug-in is now installed to the correct location on 64-bit Windows operating systems.
• MIDI Program Changes are now multi-threaded, and so will no longer potentially stall the audio synthesis.
• Fix for rare issue that stopped presets from loading in Linux Renoise when LADSPA plug-in support is enabled.
• Factory presets now load significantly faster.
• Additional presets.
• Various host compatibility fixes.

Aspect is available to purchase for £65 GBP + VAT.

More information: Loomer / Aspect

Loomer has released version 1.6.1 of Aspect, a virtual analogue synthesizer instrument plug-in for Mac, Windows, and Linux.

Aspect is a 32-note polyphonic software instrument that combines a great-sounding, powerful synthesis engine, with a flexible semi-modular architecture and unparalleled ease of use. The core of Aspect’s superb sound are two analog modeled oscillators, each capable of producing a powerful selection of raw waveforms, and dual filters that can be routed in series, in parallel, or even blended into unique combinations.

Changes in Aspect v1.6.1

• Native 64-bit versions for Mac OS X Audio Unit, and Windows VST.
• New built-in Preset Browser with support for xml, fxp, and fxb preset files.
• Presets can now have meta-data, such as author name, notes, and tags. Use meta-data to search your preset library.
• Hot-swap preset browsing: quickly step through and preview presets in context.
• Various host compatibility fixes.
• Audio-rate pitch modulation of Oscillator 1 from Oscillator 2 now works.
• Sample & Hold module’s latched value is now correctly reset when the the input source is removed.
• Much faster GUI response.
• Slight reduction in CPU usage on particularily complex presets.
• Vastly reduced start-up time.
• Clearer font rendering: a larger font is now used for menu items.
• Additional and improved factory presets.

Aspect is available to purchase for £65 GBP (excl. VAT).

More information: Loomer / Aspect