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The Tascam 2488 / MKII / Neo DVD Tutorial is designed to be more than just a complete guide to using the 2488, MKII and Neo versions: it teaches basic recording techniques to musicians getting their first start in recording. It begins with a section called “Recording School” that teaches beginners the basics about microphones, multitrack recording and mixing. It goes on for the next 90 minutes …

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PRO TOOLS 101 OFFICIAL COURSEWARE takes a comprehensive approach to learning the fundamentals of Pro Tools systems. Now updated for Pro Tools 9 software, this new edition from the definitive authority on Pro Tools covers everything you need to know to complete a Pro Tools project. Learn to build sessions that include multitrack recordings of live instruments, MIDI sequences, software synthesizers,…

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Music Theory for Computer Musicians Book & CD-ROM. Many DJs, gigging musicians, and electronic music producers know how to play their instruments and make music on a computer, but they lack the music theory knowledge needed to take their art to the next level. Put simply, you need to know what you are doi…

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Essential Windows Phone 7.5 is the definitive guide to creating powerful, visually compelling mobile applications that take full advantage of Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7.5 platform. Nine-time Microsoft MVP Shawn Wildermuth draws on his extensive experience teaching Silverlight and Windows Phone development, helping you to get started fast and master techniques that lead to truly outstanding …

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Power Tools for Studio One is an introduction to the newest and one of the most interesting Digital Audio Workstation programs: PreSonus Studio One. Created by PreSonus in partnership with the design and programming team that created Nuendo and parts o…

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The leading reference to the world`s most popular digital audio workstation, PRO TOOLS 10 POWER!: THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE is an all-new edition, exploring and explaining the latest version of this powerful, creative software. PRO TOOLS 10 POWER! is the…

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Volta is a virtual instrument plug-in that turns your audio interface into a voltage control interface. Any hardware device with a control voltage (CV) input can be placed under precise digital control from your favorite audio workstation software. You can play and automate modulars, analog synths – even effects processors.

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The easy to use Aria software allows you to mix music and music videos like a DJ, plus sing karaoke in one streamlined package. To maximize your fun, the user friendly Aria (all-in-one) entertainment software features DJ, Karaoke and Scratch modes.

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Solid State Logic Pro-Convert is a new software application designed to improve workflow and make it easier for producers to use their Digital Audio Workstation of choice. Pro-Convert is audio project translation software that facilitates the exchange of entire projects between audio applications. The application is designed to make it much easier and quicker to move projects between producers or facilities where different audio applications are in daily use. Pro-convert is designed to remove the creative and technical constraints presented by an ‘industry standard’ DAW environment.For commercial music facilities Pro-Convert means the ability to streamline the process of opening projects created within a broader range of DAW environments. For the creative producer Pro-Convert means being able to begin projects within your private studio using the DAW that is the best creative fit for the way you want to work, secure in the knowledge that you can easily transport your project for collaboration or mastering. For Commercial Post facilities, Pro-Convert means the ability to easily import music and material created within a diverse range of DAW environments for mixing. For large scale Post Production projects or facilities where multiple producers contribute to a single production process, production teams can enjoy significantly streamlined workflow.Pro-Convert effectively supports over 40 different audio applications (see the Format Overview page for details) each of which has a very different feature set and method of implementing specific features. There are therefore a great many permutations of conversion that might be undertaken using Pro-Convert. Some applications have extensive feature sets, others do not. It is not always possible to convert specific features between selected applications it is possible for us to provide a definitive list of which features are available for translation with each key application; that list is available in our online help file and on the Format Table web page. Our online help file also provides additional detail regarding advantages or limitations of specific leading applications so please read any sections of particular interest to you.

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This box contains everything you need to turn your computer into a powerful 24-bit/96kHz digital audio workstation. The 2408mk3 provides 8 channels of pristine 96kHz analog recording and playback, combined with 24 channels of ADAT and Tascam digital I/O – the most ever offered in a single rack space audio interface. Connect up to 4 interfaces to the included PCI-424 card for an expanded system capable of 96 simultaneous active input and output connections at 96kHz.

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The American Audio VMS2 is a 2 channel MIDI controller and audio interface compatible with any MIDI DJ software.

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Casios flagship WK-7500 delivers an unprecedented level of power and music-making capabilities in a highly affordable workstation. Along with high-quality sounds and a 17-track sequencer, the WK-7500 also has the ability to record audio. Even sounds from external instruments can be mixed and recorded. You can plug-in a microphone, guitar, bass, or other instruments, play along with instrument tracks within the WK-7500, and save to SDHC storage cards. Plus with included Data Manager software, you can mix down to a stereo WAV file. The WK-7500 also features large LCD display screens, nine physical sliders for mixing capabilities, and an organ drawbar mode.Multi-track Recorder Capabilities:The Song Sequencer provides 16 tracks plus one system track that supports recording of up to five songs and a total of approximately 30,000 notes. Each individual musical instrument part can be recorded to a different track for real multi-track recording capabilities. In addition to real-time recording of keyboard and Auto Accompaniment play, the Song Sequencer also supports punch-in and punch-out spot recording of specific parts of a song, and event-editing lets you edit recorded data note-by-note. A full selection of editing tools include event insert, event delete, event copy, quantize, a locator feature for selecting the range of notes to be edited, and more. A step-recording function also lets you input notes by specifying the length and pitch. Completed recordings can be converted to SMF (Standard MIDI File) format and stored to an SD memory card.32-channel Mixer:Nine sliders, one for each channel, can be used for individual simultaneous adjustment of volume, pan, reverb send, and other parameters. Sound input from an external source via the MIC IN terminal and INST IN terminal can also be adjusted as desired..Pattern Sequencer:Up to eight tracks (drum, percussion, bass, chord 1 through chord 5) can be edited to create original accompaniment patterns (Intro, Normal, Normal Fill-in, Variation, Variation Fill-in). In addition to recording over each individual accompaniment part of an existing rhythm, and event editing function gives you total control over each aspect of recorded data, an Easy Edit function lets you combine accompaniment from multiple built-in rhythms to create original rhythms, and mixer capabilities give you control over the tones, volume levels, reverb, and other parameters of each part. A full selection of editing tools include event insert, event delete, event copy, quantize, and more. Memory is provided for storage of up to 100 different user rhythms, which can be recalled with the touch of a key.Audio Recording and Playback:Keyboard play, Auto Accompaniment, Song Sequencer play, and sound input via the Inst In and/or Mic In terminals can be recorded as digital audio data to an SD memory card inserted in the card slot for later playback. Of course, you can play along on the keyboard during playback from an SD memory card (not included).

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Casios flagship WK-7500 delivers an unprecedented level of power and music-making capabilities in a highly affordable workstation. Along with high-quality sounds and a 17-track sequencer, the WK-7500 also has the ability to record audio. Even sounds from external instruments can be mixed and recorded. You can plug-in a microphone, guitar, bass, or other instruments, play along with instrument tracks within the WK-7500, and save to SDHC storage cards. Plus with included Data Manager software, you can mix down to a stereo WAV file. The WK-7500 also features large LCD display screens, nine physical sliders for mixing capabilities, and an organ drawbar mode.Multi-track Recorder Capabilities:The Song Sequencer provides 16 tracks plus one system track that supports recording of up to five songs and a total of approximately 30,000 notes. Each individual musical instrument part can be recorded to a different track for real multi-track recording capabilities. In addition to real-time recording of keyboard and Auto Accompaniment play, the Song Sequencer also supports punch-in and punch-out spot recording of specific parts of a song, and event-editing lets you edit recorded data note-by-note. A full selection of editing tools include event insert, event delete, event copy, quantize, a locator feature for selecting the range of notes to be edited, and more. A step-recording function also lets you input notes by specifying the length and pitch. Completed recordings can be converted to SMF (Standard MIDI File) format and stored to an SD memory card.32-channel Mixer:Nine sliders, one for each channel, can be used for individual simultaneous adjustment of volume, pan, reverb send, and other parameters. Sound input from an external source via the MIC IN terminal and INST IN terminal can also be adjusted as desired..Pattern Sequencer:Up to eight tracks (drum, percussion, bass, chord 1 through chord 5) can be edited to create original accompaniment patterns (Intro, Normal, Normal Fill-in, Variation, Variation Fill-in). In addition to recording over each individual accompaniment part of an existing rhythm, and event editing function gives you total control over each aspect of recorded data, an Easy Edit function lets you combine accompaniment from multiple built-in rhythms to create original rhythms, and mixer capabilities give you control over the tones, volume levels, reverb, and other parameters of each part. A full selection of editing tools include event insert, event delete, event copy, quantize, and more. Memory is provided for storage of up to 100 different user rhythms, which can be recalled with the touch of a key.Audio Recording and Playback:Keyboard play, Auto Accompaniment, Song Sequencer play, and sound input via the Inst In and/or Mic In terminals can be recorded as digital audio data to an SD memory card inserted in the card slot for later playback. Of course, you can play along on the keyboard during playback from an SD memory card (not included).

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The Delta 44 offers the same features and high performance as the Delta 66, but is designed for the person who does not require S/PDIF digital I/O. The Delta 44 features the same 24-bit 96kHz converter section that makes the Delta 66 the envy of the audio card community. And like the Delta 66, the Delta 44′s breakout box handles 4 balanced or unbalanced, +4dB or -10dB signal level analog inputs and outputs. Also included is the Delta control panel software, which configures the card and controls digital mixing and routing.

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Introducing Rain Computers Inc. Venturi, a revolutionary new video + graphics workstation designed to work seamlessly with your audio, video and graphics editing software. Whether you’re running Nuendo, Media Composer, Adobe CS5 or Maya, Venturi brings incredible power and mission critical stability to every project. The result is a complete creative computing system engineered for the ultimate in performance without excess heat, noise or the bottlenecks that cause glitches and dropouts.

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Introducing Even Mini Audio Computer by Rain. It’s a pint sized powerhouse designed to work with your favorite music production software like Pro Tools, Cubase and Ableton Live.

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The Behringer U-Control UCA222 is an ultralow latency 2 in/2 out USB audio interface with digital output and massive software bundle.

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Steinberg WaveLab 7 Audio Editing and Mastering Software is one of the most powerful and versatile audio editing and processing applications on the market, combining the facilities of many other products within one, intuitive, flexible application.

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Introducing the new Rain Computers Inc. LiveBook Mobile Audio Workstation. A powerful audio notebook designed by Rain for the ultimate performance and compatibility with your audio and DJ software like Pro Tools and Serato. Powered by the new lightning fast Intel “Sandy Bridge” Core i3 dual-core processor and up to 8GB of DDR3 memory, LiveBook gives you the freedom to add all your tracks, plugins and virtual instruments so you can bring to life the sights and sounds from your imagination.

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With My Voice software, you can replace the original singer on your favorite audio CDs. Now you can become the star! With My Voice there’s no need to buy equipment or special CDs. My Voice hides the vocals on your audio CDs to help you create your own remixes, karaoke or recorded masterpieces. Using the Digital Studio you can add special effects to your final creation, and the Karaoke Maker lets you add karaoke lyrics to any song. When you’re done, you can burn the finished result onto an audio CD, playable on your home stereo system — or go mobile by saving it to your iPod. The My Voice software comes with a high-quality microphone, so you can get started right away!

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iZotope, a leader in digital audio signal processing, and T-Pain have teamed up on The T-Pain Effect, a collection of music making tools designed to empower everyone to make music. Users will be able to make beats and record vocals featuring the distinctive sound of T-Pain himself.

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Learn to play lead guitar and more! Everything you need to take your playing beyond basic chords and melodies. New techniques are demonstrated in over 175 lessons with full-motion video, variable-speed MIDI, recorded audio and an animated fretboard. You’ll also find rhythm and fingerstyle chapters, plus lessons on the basics of improvisation. Additional accessories include an automatic tuner, digital metronome, recorder and 1000-chord dictionary with audio playback.

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The 8pre FireWire audio interface delivers everything you need to turn your computer into a powerful 24-bit, 96kHz digital audio workstation. The 8pre provides 8 microphone/instrument preamps with pristine 96kHz analog recording and playback, combined with 8 channels of ADAT optical digital I/O. Expand your system by connecting additional 8pres or other MOTU FireWire audio interfaces.

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AudioWarrior Kreator Plug-In Sample Workstation is a massive, 3GB professional softsynth sound module expertly programmed by musicians for recording engineers, filmmakers, broadcasters, game developers, effects artists, and other media professionals. This music production solution has everything you need to make complete songs for music demos, TV, Film, or any audio-visual project—mellotron, acoustic and electric guitars, acoustic studio-drum kits, electronic drum kits, analog synthesizers, acoustic and electric pianos, organs, acoustic and electric basses, sound effects, soundscapes, World percussion—all from one super, easy-access interface. Easily produce stunning music demos with its on-board DSP and fine-tune your sounds using AmpModeling, WAH-WAH, Speaker Cabinet Modeling, Flanger, Rotary, Chorus, Reverbs, and TalkBox Vowel Modeling—AA, EE, II, OO, UU—accessible directly from its 8 MIDI-Learn SOUND EDIT Controls. With Kreator 2.0 plug-in sample workstation, you can compose, perform, and record a huge selection of instruments right on your computer desktop with any Mac or PC recording software such as Garageband, Pro Tools, Cubase, or similar applications that support VSTi, Audio Units, or ReWire. Included Instruments and Sounds:AW Studio Tron Plug-in:Contains all of the best sounds from the original MelloTron used on 100′s of #1 hits throughout music history. The vast list of 24-bit/44.1kHz instruments and sounds includes: Brass 2, Brass 3, Cello Octavious, Cello Octavious Violin, Cello, Chorus 1 Ohhh, Chorus 2 Ohhh, Chorus 3 Ohhh, Clarinettes, Female Choir [15], Female Choir [1], Flute Octavious, Organ, Strawberry Flute, Trombone Trumpet Sax, Trumpet Trombone, Vint Choir, Vint Tron strings, Choir Aug [15], Male Choir [15], Choir [15], Violins Cello, Violins Octavious, Violins Cello Strings. Unlike the the original MelloTron’s 8-second tape that would run out, each individual patch is perfectly looped but can also be made to run 8 seconds like the original. Play it standalone or in your preferred sequencer. The sample workstation software lets you tweak the Reverb, Compressor, Chorus, and Limiter to get the sounds you want. AW Studio Synths Plug-inThis sample collection was inspired by historical synths like the Juno, Oberheim, Moog, Prophet, and Oscar synths—the models that made synthesizers irresistibly cool. It’s like the Holy Grail of leads, bass, FX, and pads from the analog and digital synthesizers of the 60s & 70s that made the biggest impact on music as we knew and know it. With the AudioWarrior Kreator plug-in, you can command searing synth leads, rumbling bass, FX, and pads with on-board DSP at 24-bit. It has Evolving Alien Environments and Soundscapes including Rain & Thunder, The Grays, BladeRunner, RAIN, Deep Sea, Alien Locust, Ethereal Bog, Frogs of Plague. This hu

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AudioWarrior Kreator Plug-In Sample Workstation is a massive, 3GB professional softsynth sound module expertly programmed by musicians for recording engineers, filmmakers, broadcasters, game developers, effects artists, and other media professionals. This music production solution has everything you need to make complete songs for music demos, TV, Film, or any audio-visual project – mellotron, acoustic and electric guitars, acoustic studio-drum kits, electronic drum kits, analog synthesizers, acoustic and electric pianos, organs, acoustic and electric basses, sound effects, soundscapes, World percussion – all from one super, easy-access interface. Easily produce stunning music demos with its on-board DSP and fine-tune your sounds using AmpModeling, WAH-WAH, Speaker Cabinet Modeling, Flanger, Rotary, Chorus, Reverbs, and TalkBox Vowel Modeling – AA, EE, II, OO, UU – accessible directly from its 8 MIDI-Learn SOUND EDIT Controls. With Kreator 2.0 plug-in sample workstation, you can compose, perform, and record a huge selection of instruments right on your computer desktop with any Mac or PC recording software such as Garageband, Pro Tools, Cubase, or similar applications that support VSTi, Audio Units, or ReWire. Included Instruments and Sounds:AW Studio Tron Plug-in:Contains all of the best sounds from the original MelloTron used on 100′s of #1 hits throughout music history. The vast list of 24-bit/44.1kHz instruments and sounds includes: Brass 2, Brass 3, Cello Octavious, Cello Octavious Violin, Cello, Chorus 1 Ohhh, Chorus 2 Ohhh, Chorus 3 Ohhh, Clarinettes, Female Choir [15], Female Choir [1], Flute Octavious, Organ, Strawberry Flute, Trombone Trumpet Sax, Trumpet Trombone, Vint Choir, Vint Tron strings, Choir Aug [15], Male Choir [15], Choir [15], Violins Cello, Violins Octavious, Violins Cello Strings. Unlike the the original MelloTron’s 8-second tape that would run out, each individual patch is perfectly looped but can also be made to run 8 seconds like the original. Play it standalone or in your preferred sequencer. The sample workstation software lets you tweak the Reverb, Compressor, Chorus, and Limiter to get the sounds you want. AW Studio Synths Plug-inThis sample collection was inspired by historical synths like the Juno, Oberheim, Moog, Prophet, and Oscar synths – the models that made synthesizers irresistibly cool. It’s like the Holy Grail of leads, bass, FX, and pads from the analog and digital synthesizers of the 60s & 70s that made the biggest impact on music as we knew and know it. With the AudioWarrior Kreator plug-in, you can command searing synth leads, rumbling bass, FX, and pads with on-board DSP at 24-bit. It has Evolving Alien Environments and Soundscapes including Rain & Thunder, The Grays, BladeRunner, RAIN, Deep Sea, Alien Locust, Ethereal Bog, Frogs of Plague. This huge collectors’ treasure chest of highly sought after synthesizers all work with Kreator’s built-in DSP so you can play them standalone or in your preferred

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