New Sonic Arts has released version 1.2657 of Vice, a loop slicer instrument for Windows and Mac.

Quickly load loops from the integrated loop browser, slice them in an instant with the intelligent transient detection algorithm and effortlessly export your grooves to your DAW via MIDI drag and drop.

Want to get deeper? Then delve into Vice’s comprehensive FX and modulation capabilities, including 4 x FX inserts per-slice, plus seamless DAW integration thanks to the 8 x multiple outputs and comprehensive MIDI and host-automation assignment features.

Changes in Vice v1.2657

  • Added master Cut option, limits number of playing slices to 1 (more convenient than setting all slices to Choke Group 1).
  • Added Panic Button to kill all voices.
  • Fixed: Drag and drop Audio export could crash.
  • Fixed: Activation dialog randomly reappearing on Windows 64bit.
  • Fixed: Occasional double-triggers in some hosts in Loop mode.

Vice for Windows and Mac (VST/AU/Standalone) is available for purchase for 99 EUR.

More information: New Sonic Arts / Vice