Sonoma Wire Works announced it has developed a low latency audio (LLA) solution for Android devices.
Typical input to output latency on Android devices is between 100 and 250 milliseconds. Sonoma Wire Works’ LLA solution brings latency down to approximately 20 milliseconds.
Latency is the time it takes for sound to go into a system and back out. Low latency is essential to musicians if they want to use a device for real-time processing (e.g. guitar amp models and effects or input monitoring during recording). Latency above 25 ms is generally considered too high for input monitoring and live effects. Sonoma Wire Works’ LLA solution achieves low latency on Android with analog input to output measurements comparable to what is currently available on iOS.
“Musicians have been clamoring for a fix for high latency on Android. Sonoma Wire Works is proud to offer a solution that can broaden the device options for mobile music production.” – Doug Wright, president of Sonoma Wire Works
Sonoma Wire Works’ LLA solution for Android is available for license to device manufacturers.
The GoldWave audio editor for Windows has been updated to version 5.68.
GoldWave is a highly rated, professional digital audio editor. It’s fully loaded to do everything from the simplest recording and editing to the most sophisticated audio processing, restoration, enhancements, and conversions.
This version requires Windows XP or later and most likely will be the last 32 bit version of GoldWave. Future versions will be 64 bit and require Windows 7 or later.
VST support is still in beta testing. Feedback is required.
Changes in GoldWave v5.68
Loopback recording devices for easier stream recording.
Volume modulation in Flanger effect.
Improved quality for Similiary mode in Time Warp effect.
Improved volume in Pitch effect.
Grid/Snap-to-grid settings.
Opus file format support.
Improved playback and recording on multichannel devices.
Portable installation option.
Several other improvements.
Important fixes.
GoldWave for Windows is available to purchase for $19 USD (1 year license) / $49 USD (lifetime license).
Waves, DiGiCo, and Soundtracs have introduced DiGiGrid, a product range destined to provide the audio market with a new solution that delivers an open approach to audio, plugins, control and audio resource networking.
From the studio to the stage and back again, today’s digital productions are getting more and more complex, with higher track counts, CPU-hungrier plugins and increasingly demanding real-time requirements – not to mention portability, expandability and connectivity issues. Now, Waves, DiGiCo and Soundtracs have joined forces to create hardware and software processing solutions to address these needs with DiGiGrid, which enables users of Native DAWs, Pro Tools and MADI-enabled live and broadcast mixing consoles access to Waves SoundGrid audio networking and real-time processing. DiGiGrid offers a full line of SoundGrid I/Os, Pro Tools-to-SoundGrid I/Os and MADI-to-SoundGrid I/Os.
In the studio, DiGiGrid systems provide the power and performance needed to meet the most taxing mixing challenges. DiGiGrid systems are expandable and ideal for users of all levels, from budget-minded audio enthusiasts to full-fledged multi-studio facilities. And because they use Intel-based SoundGrid DSP Servers to perform audio processing, DiGiGrid systems ensure maximum versatility and compatibility today, tomorrow, and into the future.
Live on stage, DiGiGrid MADI-to-SoundGrid interfaces enable users of any MADI-enabled console to take advantage of low-latency networking and processing, perfect for both FOH and monitor applications. Live processing and recording has never been easier, thanks to the flexibility and simplicity of DiGiGrid systems.
DiGiGrid Components features
DiGiGrid IOS — Perfect for personal production studios, the DiGiGrid IOS is an 8 x 8 I/O which includes a built-in SoundGrid DSP server and certified SoundGrid switch. With 8 mic / line inputs, 8 line outputs, 2 headphone outputs, MIDI In/Out/Thru, SPDIF and AES outputs, DiGiGrid IOS is an all-in-one audio interface that brings the power of SoundGrid in a convenient, comprehensive solution.
DiGiGrid IOX — Ideal for professional facilities with separate performance rooms, the DiGiGrid IOX expansion I/O features 12 mic / line inputs and 6 line outputs, plus 4 individual headphone outputs, for customizable mixes for each performer.
DiGiGrid IOC — An I/O custom-designed with control rooms in mind, the DiGiGrid IOC includes 2 mic inputs, 8 line inputs, 8 line outputs and 2 headphone outputs, plus 16 AES digital outs ADAT for additional connectivity options.
DiGiGrid SWI — The DiGiGrid SWI 5-way network switch is tested and certified for full SoundGrid compatibility, ensuring smooth setup and flawless performance straight out of the box.
DiGiGrid DLS — With 64 digital inputs / 64 digital outputs plus a built-in SoundGrid DSP server and certified SoundGrid switch, the DiGiGrid DLS Pro Tools-to-SoundGrid Interface is the ideal integrated solution for users who want to expand their existing systems while enjoying the convenience of an all-in-one hardware interface.
DiGiGrid DLI — With 64 digital inputs / 64 digital outputs, the DiGiGrid DLI Pro Tools-to-SoundGrid Interface was custom-engineered for users of large Pro Tools systems who require the extra processing power of a dedicated SoundGrid DSP server.
DiGiGrid DMI — Interface option to allow Digigrid system devices to access DiGiCo SD Rack and D Racks for massive system input expansion with a wide range of format configuration choices.
MGB MADI-to-SoundGrid Coaxial Interface – 2 MADI ports, up to 128 Inputs & 128 Outputs
MGO MADI-to-SoundGrid Optical Interface – 2 MADI ports, up to 128 Inputs & 128 Outputs
Eiosis has announced its re-launch with a major new version of the AirEQ plug-in for Windows and Mac OS X in VST, AU, RTAS and AAX formats.
“My goal was to make something that goes beyond the bandwidth control, something that would drastically change the sounds and extend the possibilities of equalization. AirEQ’s revolutionary Character parameter adds a new layer of control that will become vital to every audio engineer.” – Fabrice Gabriel, CEO of EIOSIS, AirEQ designer, and algorithm designer of the multi award winning Slate Digital products.
AirEQ’s revolutionary Character Control goes Beyond Analog, allowing incredibly transparent, tight boost and cuts in the digital domain, adding a brand new dimension to the standard parametric equalizer.
With its unprecedented Character and Strength parameters, Air and Earth bands, transparent and precise sound, and exceptional high quality processing; AirEQ is your ideal, go-to equalizer for everyday tracking, mixing and mastering.
Additionally, with its ease of use, ergonomics features, musical Q/Gain adjustment behavior, flexible display options, low CPU and zero delay processing, AirEQ is truly unique in design.
AirEQ will be available in 2 versions: AirEQ (MSRP $219.99 USD) and AirEQ Premium (MSRP $349.99 USD).
Sonivox has announced Vocalizer Pro Vocal Production Synthesizer, the next-generation version of the amazing Vocalizer MIDI-controlled audio effect.
Sonivox Vocalizer Pro Vocoder Musical Instrument for PC and Mac.
Vocalizer Pro brings a harmonic/melodic voice to any audio input, thus vocalizing the sound. Simply singing or speaking—or any type of vocalizing—can intuitively create deep and complex musical results. The patented technology delivers unparalleled signal processing, advanced vocoding, and powerful re-synthesis. In addition, Vocalizer Pro allows the creation of simple or complex vocal harmonies that can extend far beyond the natural limitations of the voice. Vocalizer Pro is excellent for processing any type of percussive or melodic audio track. One preset has the ability of producing thousands of different results. This is because Vocalizer Pro is not just for vocals.
“I’m more excited about what the end user is going to do with this, because I know what I can do with it,” according to Jason Jordan, Head of Soundware, Sonivox. “I can’t even fathom what someone else is going to come up with. The sheer number of sound design possibilities is near infinite.”
Vocalizer Pro features
Revolutionary MIDI-controlled audio effect.
Unparalleled vocoding, re-synthesis and signal processing from subtle to mind-blowing.
Expanded controls including FFT audio processing suite.
Pitch shift, formant, improved frequency control and spreading.
Two rows of performance pads extend playability and live performance control.
Standalone, AU, VST, and RTAS.
32 and 64-bit.
Sonivox has also updated five of their most popular Virtual Instruments to include an integrated patch browser and native 64-bit support.
Updated instruments and improvements include:
Wobble 2.0 Dubstep Grime Generator
Quickly create customized dubstep bass and synth sounds.
New: Improved step-sequencer graphics.
New: Easy on/off control of parameter modulation.
New: Integrated patch browser.
New: Native 64-bit.
Standalone, AU, VST, and RTAS.
TWIST 2.0 Spectral Morphing Synthesizer
Ethereal sound design instrument.
New: Improved step-sequencer graphics.
New: Easy on/off control of parameter modulation.
New: Additional envelopes and modulation control.
New: Integrated patch browser.
New: Native 64-bit.
Standalone, AU, VST, and RTAS.
Eighty Eight Ensemble Grand Piano Virtual Instrument
Exceptional embodiment of the Steinway 9’ D “Practice” Piano.
Layered patches featuring piano with strings, pads, or choir.
Adjustable split patches with bass, piano and lead instrumentation.
New: Updated user interface.
New: Improved EQ control and new reverb.
New: Integrated patch browser.
New: Native 64-bit.
Standalone, AU, VST, and RTAS.
Big Bang Drums 2.0 Flagship Drum Instrument
Meticulously sampled custom SJC drum kit.
Multi-velocity, multi-take round robin.
SONiVOX Intelligent Rhythm Control™ technology.
New: Updated user interface.
New: Five new drum kits.
New: Integrated patch browser.
New: Native 64-bit.
Standalone, AU, VST, and RTAS.
Big Bang Cinematic 2.0 Percussion Instrument
Over 200 percussion patches.
SONiVOX Intelligent Rhythm Control™ technology.
New: Updated user interface.
New: Patches.
New: Integrated patch browser.
New: Native 64-bit.
Standalone, AU, VST, and RTAS.
These Version 2 releases will be available as a free download to all registered customers.
Ross Bencina has updated the AudioMulch software for live performance, audio processing, sound design and music composition to version 2.2.3.
This is a stability update. It fixes several crashes, bugs with LiveLooper, PulseComb and SDelay contraption behavior, and a number of plugin hosting issues (mostly on Mac). It is recommended that users of version 2.2.0 thru 2.2.2 upgrade now.
Changes in AudioMulch v2.2.3
Fixed bug where clicking the LiveLooper Start button would sometimes not start recording, especially with high CPU load or when the audio driver buffer size was not set to a multiple of 64 samples.
Fixed crash: assertion failure “length >= fadeLengthSamples_” if you changed the sample rate in AudioMulch’s Audio General settings while LiveLooper was recording.
Fixed bug where PulseComb hold would get permanently stuck on if you set the Hold Quantize Divisions multiplier to zero with Quantize Amount set to non-zero.
Fixed bug in PulseComb hold quantize behavior (present since version 2.1): Hold Quantize was taking priority over the Hold Period causing rapid holds when the hold duration should have been at least as long as Hold Period. To get the previous “buggy” behavior use a very short Hold Period.
Fixed bug in SDelay where delay times would not be displayed correctly (clamped to a maximum value of 32) when recalling presets that switched delay units from rhythmic units to milliseconds.
Display preset names in preset automation hover tooltips.
Fixed crash when recalling AudioMulch presets with DFX Transverb VST Plugin.
Mac: fixed crash when selecting the contraption editor “Close All” menu item when the mouse cursor was positioned over a sub-control of the editor.
Mac: fixed bug where using the “Refresh Plugins List” context menu would cause subsequent documents to load the wrong VST plugins until AudioMulch was restarted.
Mac: increased limit on concurrently open file handles to improve compatibility with some streaming sampler plugins (e.g. NI Kontakt). Fixes crashes when selecting File > Open… or File > Save As… after using a Kontakt sample set that streams many files from disk.
Mac: fixed VST plugin unloading logic that could cause crashes when mixing VST and AU versions of some plugins (e.g. Korg Legacy).
Mac: fixed white flashes when closing some Audio Unit plugin custom editor windows.
Mac (OS X 10.7 Lion only): fixed intermittent crash when switching Metasurface to full screen.
AudioMulch for Windows and Mac is available to purchase for $189 USD.
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