Studio Amplify turn their NOiZE logo into a Pumpkin, as you would, of course ...
Finished our NOiZE #pumpkin! #halloween #art #Halloween2014 #pumpkincarving #pumpkinpics pic.twitter.com/refdPJYVZ6
— Studio Amplify (@StudioAmplify) October 31, 2014Wejaam Groove and Midi In (video)
WEJAAM is a loop-based music sequencer specially designed for playing live, combined with an innovative and powerful randomization tool.
CREATE
It's very simple to make a beat, just select from the Djaam library or pick up from the World Jaam community All you have to do to create your own beat is use the hit editor, adding sound, deleting sound, is that easy...
LIVE
Gives you access to a 5 pads controllers instead of knobs. This way you will simply control various parameters of the sound with your finger on the screen.
MASTERING
WEJAAM's complete mastering system in a single integrated app includes Limiter, Reverb, Delay, Flanger, Equalizer, Chorus, and Distortion. Based on feedback and requests gathered from mastering professionals, Wejaam includes exclusive controls and features.
RANDOM
With this exclusive feature, you can easily have access millions of possibilities. During your live performance, simply tap on the random bar to bring up a new pattern idea.
SHARE
Share your jam head to head with friends it's an unforgettable music experience.
RECORD
Ready to go now? Make your own song within minutes and sound like a pro. Just record your live performance and create the best traxx ever. Then upload the song and share your mix all around the world.
FEATURES
- Sequencer 6 patterns of 32 notes.
- 6-channel instrument (synthesizer or sampler).
- 1 parametric Filter by channel.
- 2 effect sends per channel (Delay, Reverb, Flanger, Chorus, Overdrive).
- 3-band equalizer.
- Output limiter.
- Export recordings and programs with iTunes.
- Bluetooth Synchronization allows you to play with another person and have the same audio output on each device.
KDJ-ONE Official Walkthrough (video)
The features and abilities of KDJ-ONE - Portable Music Studio will be demonstrated in this video.
MIDIbit for littleBits goes on sale on Monday
MIDIbit interface for #littlebits synth kit.On sale Monday.15% discount for mailing list.Subscribe at info@usbtri.be pic.twitter.com/c1UYU5s5Eh
— USBtribe (@USB_tribe) October 30, 2014Ahead of the official MIDI littleBits module which is coming before the end of the year apparently. It'll be interesting to see how these two compare.
Wejaam WR6000 MIDI IN (video)
WEJAAM is a loop-based music sequencer specially designed for playing live, combined with an innovative and powerful randomization tool.
CREATE
It's very simple to make a beat, just select from the Djaam library or pick up from the World Jaam community All you have to do to create your own beat is use the hit editor, adding sound, deleting sound, is that easy...
LIVE
Gives you access to a 5 pads controllers instead of knobs. This way you will simply control various parameters of the sound with your finger on the screen.
MASTERING
WEJAAM's complete mastering system in a single integrated app includes Limiter, Reverb, Delay, Flanger, Equalizer, Chorus, and Distortion. Based on feedback and requests gathered from mastering professionals, Wejaam includes exclusive controls and features.
RANDOM
With this exclusive feature, you can easily have access millions of possibilities. During your live performance, simply tap on the random bar to bring up a new pattern idea.
SHARE
Share your jam head to head with friends it's an unforgettable music experience.
RECORD
Ready to go now? Make your own song within minutes and sound like a pro. Just record your live performance and create the best traxx ever. Then upload the song and share your mix all around the world.
FEATURES
- Sequencer 6 patterns of 32 notes.
- 6-channel instrument (synthesizer or sampler).
- 1 parametric Filter by channel.
- 2 effect sends per channel (Delay, Reverb, Flanger, Chorus, Overdrive).
- 3-band equalizer.
- Output limiter.
- Export recordings and programs with iTunes.
- Bluetooth Synchronization allows you to play with another person and have the same audio output on each device.
Reminder: The Sugar Bytes apps are on sale until the 3rd
All of Sugar Bytes excellent effects apps are on sale for halloween (until November the 3rd) at 50% off (-ish). Here's what the current prices look like:
- Wow Filterbox is now $7.99
- Thesys is now $7.99
- Turnado is now $9.99
- Effectrix is now $8.99
What's your app of the week?
What's the app that's been most useful or the most inspiring this week? Or maybe just the app that's been your work horse for the last few days. Tell me which one it is and why.
Gestrument LE is free for the Halloween weekend!
Gestrument LE was only $0.99 before, but is now free for the Halloween weekend.
Back in 2008: The MMW Catalogue became available
So this is a bit of a personal thing as I wrote a piece for the catalogue. The mobile music workshop ran for quite a few years though I never managed to get along to it sadly. The original post about the catalogue can be found here.
A huge gear give away at Music Production Expo in 2 weeks ...
This is an excellent reason for heading along to Music Production Expo in a couple of week ...
Organisers of the Music Production Expo, taking place at North London’s Emirates Stadium on 14-15 November, have announced plans for an enormous, exciting gear give away competition open to visitors during the show.
Valued in the region of £6000, the prize line-up consists of hardware and software from the industry’s biggest brands, as detailed below. Visitors will be entered into a prize draw with the winner to be selected on the afternoon of Saturday 15 November. To qualify for the massive prize fund, the winner is required to be in the show when the prize draw is made.
Native Instruments Maschine Studio – NI’s flagship groove production studio hardware/software set-up
Native Instruments Komplete 10 Ultimate and Komplete Kontrol S49 – The entire NI Komplete software production suite including more than 440Gb of instruments and effects, with forty-nine key semi-weighted keyboard/controller
Cubase 7.5 – The latest version of the hugely popular DAW
Focusrite 2i2 – 2 in / 2 out USB recording interface featuring two award-winning Focusrite preamps
Novation Launchkey 49 – Controller keyboard with 16 touch-sensitive pads, DAW mapping and 50 hardware controls
KRK RP5 – Third generation 50w, 2-way studio monitors with 5” composite woofer and 1” soft dome tweeter
Audio-Technica M50x – The flagship model from Audio-Technica’s professional monitoring M Series headphones range
Allen & Heath ZED60-10FX – USB-equipped compact mixer with 60mm faders, digital effects and direct guitar inputs
Sontronics STC-20 Pack – Large-diaphragm STC-20 condenser mic, high quality shockmount, popshield, 5m XLR cable and zip-up pouch
Neumann KH120 – Stunning studio monitors, perfect for tracking, mixing and mastering in music, broadcast, project and post-production studios
Reason 8 – Latest version of the legendary music production software studio
Music Tech – A year’s subscription to the UK’s freshest music production title
Sound-Link Håkan P110 Pop Killer – Highly-rated transparent microphone pop screen
sE Electronics X1 Studio Bundle – sE X1 condenser microphone, sE RF-X Reflexion Filter, shock mount, pop shield and cable
Icon Qcon Lite – DAW controller providing Mackie control for Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Samplitude and Ableton Live and Mackie HUI protocol build-in for Pro-Tools
The current Exhibitor list:
Korg, Yamaha, Focusrite, Native Instruments, Steinberg, Sennheiser, Fender GBI, Audio-Technica, Unity Audio, Shure, Affinity Audio, Nova Distribution, Sontronics, Nektar, KRK, Metropolis Studios, Novation, Lewitt, LA Audio, KMR Audio, Gearslutz, Allianz, Primacoustic, Monster, BIMM, Access To Music, JHS Pro Audio, Radial Engineering, Lab Gruppen, Aphex, Softube, Synthax, Funky Junk, MPG, JAMES, MSL, ACS, SLead, ACM, Alchemea, Studiologic.
Find out more about the event at www.musicproductionexpo.co.uk
Organisers of the Music Production Expo, taking place at North London’s Emirates Stadium on 14-15 November, have announced plans for an enormous, exciting gear give away competition open to visitors during the show.
Valued in the region of £6000, the prize line-up consists of hardware and software from the industry’s biggest brands, as detailed below. Visitors will be entered into a prize draw with the winner to be selected on the afternoon of Saturday 15 November. To qualify for the massive prize fund, the winner is required to be in the show when the prize draw is made.
Native Instruments Maschine Studio – NI’s flagship groove production studio hardware/software set-up
Native Instruments Komplete 10 Ultimate and Komplete Kontrol S49 – The entire NI Komplete software production suite including more than 440Gb of instruments and effects, with forty-nine key semi-weighted keyboard/controller
Cubase 7.5 – The latest version of the hugely popular DAW
Focusrite 2i2 – 2 in / 2 out USB recording interface featuring two award-winning Focusrite preamps
Novation Launchkey 49 – Controller keyboard with 16 touch-sensitive pads, DAW mapping and 50 hardware controls
KRK RP5 – Third generation 50w, 2-way studio monitors with 5” composite woofer and 1” soft dome tweeter
Audio-Technica M50x – The flagship model from Audio-Technica’s professional monitoring M Series headphones range
Allen & Heath ZED60-10FX – USB-equipped compact mixer with 60mm faders, digital effects and direct guitar inputs
Sontronics STC-20 Pack – Large-diaphragm STC-20 condenser mic, high quality shockmount, popshield, 5m XLR cable and zip-up pouch
Neumann KH120 – Stunning studio monitors, perfect for tracking, mixing and mastering in music, broadcast, project and post-production studios
Reason 8 – Latest version of the legendary music production software studio
Music Tech – A year’s subscription to the UK’s freshest music production title
Sound-Link Håkan P110 Pop Killer – Highly-rated transparent microphone pop screen
sE Electronics X1 Studio Bundle – sE X1 condenser microphone, sE RF-X Reflexion Filter, shock mount, pop shield and cable
Icon Qcon Lite – DAW controller providing Mackie control for Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Samplitude and Ableton Live and Mackie HUI protocol build-in for Pro-Tools
The current Exhibitor list:
Korg, Yamaha, Focusrite, Native Instruments, Steinberg, Sennheiser, Fender GBI, Audio-Technica, Unity Audio, Shure, Affinity Audio, Nova Distribution, Sontronics, Nektar, KRK, Metropolis Studios, Novation, Lewitt, LA Audio, KMR Audio, Gearslutz, Allianz, Primacoustic, Monster, BIMM, Access To Music, JHS Pro Audio, Radial Engineering, Lab Gruppen, Aphex, Softube, Synthax, Funky Junk, MPG, JAMES, MSL, ACS, SLead, ACM, Alchemea, Studiologic.
Find out more about the event at www.musicproductionexpo.co.uk
Introducing KORG iOS app : AudioPocket for volca sample (video)
I watched this again and just found it so hilarious that I had to post it again. It reminds me of sampling stuff using early hardware like the SK-1.
Joking aside I think that this is really impressive and it makes me want a volca sample a little too much I think.
Phonebloks update - Ara Prototype (video)
If Android starts to get better audio latency then this could be a serious contender for music making if the right sorts of modules appear.
In case you missed it, Auxy arrived!
In case you missed it from last night, Auxy has arrived and is free! You can see the video and read about the app in my post from yesterday, or just click below and get it on the app store.
Music Tech Pitch 4.5 details
It's been a while since I've done one of these events so it's great to announce the next Music Tech Pitch which will be on the 11th of December. Tickets and full details are all available here.
Having mentioned Wej earlier I thought this project might also be of interest
It isn't entirely different from what Retronyms are trying to do with Wej.
Thanks to everyone who joined in this discussion about Wej
I'm not sure if Retronyms will see this, but if they do, then they really need to read ALL of the comments in this thread on the iPad Musicians' Facebook group. There's some great feedback on Wej and what people really want from this kind of device.
Only about a fortnight until the London Mini Maker Faire at Elephant and Castle
In just over a fortnight it'll be the London Mini Maker Faire at Elephant and Castle. Tickets are still available, and it is bound to be a great event.
I was at last year's event, which was the first year that it ran and it was excellent. Anyway, full details plus tickets etc here.
I was at last year's event, which was the first year that it ran and it was excellent. Anyway, full details plus tickets etc here.
Korg Kronos Tutorial 19: using IPAD Nave and PPG Wavegenerator (video)
Video description:
"This tutorial shows how to connect an ipad to the korg kronos (starts at 08:30), furthermore the ipad synth apps: NAVE and PPG Wavegenerator are shown including adding the korg kronos hardware knobs to NAVE to control the ipad synth through the korg kronos."
MINT.io gets updated, but is it Amidio anymore?
MINT.io gets updated with Audiobus 2, improved UI, and an advanced sequence pattern randomizer, but, it isn't listed as Amidio anymore. Now the developer is listed as Eric Elfner, although strangely in my iTunes it comes up as Amidio again.
AudioPocket for volca sample arrives on the app store
AudioPocket for volca sample arrives. Korg does it again ...
Send sample data directly from your iPhone to your volca sample!
AudioPocket enables you to program your volca sample memory with audio samples from the following:
- The app. Record on-the-spot with the app, where you can preview, trim and normalize your impromptu sample recording.
- Your computer. Using iTunes File Sharing, just drag and drop into “AudioPocket documents”
- Factory presets. Choose from a library sound-designed by KORG.
Compatible audio files:
“aif”, “aiff”, “wav”, “mp3”, “caf”, “aac”, “m4a”
What is volca sample?
The volca sample is a sample sequencer that lets you edit and sequence up to 100 sampled sounds in real-time for commanding live performances. It’s powerful on its own or as an addition to any existing volca setup. The volca sample lets you recapture the excitement of the first generation of samplers where any sound - vocals, spoken words, ambient sound, or glitches – can be used for your creations!
See more at:
http://www.korg.com/volca_sample/
Notes:
- ● To use AudioPocket with the volca sample, the operating system for the volca sample must be "System Version 1.20 or later.
- ● You will need a stereo mini jack cable to connect your iPhone to your volca sample.
Of course, the app is free.
Movember is on the way ...
You might remember that I've done this before, in fact, this is the third year I'll be participating. So, if you don't know what Movember is all about then I suggest you visit this site, and if you do know and would like to donate, please visit my Mobro page, here.
Hong Kong Danger Duo EP
Here's an interesing little EP. You might not think that this has an mobile music component to it, but you'd be wrong. In fact the third member of this band (who are a Duo) is in fact an iPad.
Here's what Aaron says about how the iPad is used:
"Through a great deal of trial and error, we discovered ways that I could use my iPad from behind the drum kit to complete our sound. Using a kick drum as a trigger for a vocoder sequence, live looping, and using a percussion pad as a midi controller for various iPad synth basses have been just a few ways we've be able to complete our sound. ALL of the synth and electronics for our first EP were done through an iPad."
The EP can be downloaded at:
www.hongkongdangerduo.com
You can also stream the EP through spotify at:
http://open.spotify.com/album/3DbGEA559vECRTzGdSZzd9
ROLI's next Modern Music Industry event is coming up
ROLI's next Modern Music Industry event is in just under 3 weeks. If you're in London on the 12th you should do your best to come along. Full details and registration here.
London Music Hack Space Containerville competition entry, please support it if you can
London Music Hack Space do some great things and put on excellent events and workshops, so if you can, please try and support the Music Hack Space containerville competition entry. All you have to do is like their video on facebook.
If you're interested in crowdfunding, or considering it, then this might be useful
You might have missed this from earlier in the week, so here's a quick link back to the piece I wrote about the UK Crowdfunding Association event I went to earlier in the month.
If you're interested, that PMA-5 is still available on eBay
I posted details of this Roland PMA-5 a few days ago, but it's still there, so I thought it was worth mentioning again in case you'd missed it before.
Roland PMA-5 on eBay
Don't forget: The Sugar Bytes sale runs until November 3rd
All of Sugar Bytes excellent effects apps are on sale for halloween (until November the 3rd) at 50% off (-ish). Here's what the current prices look like:
- Wow Filterbox is now $7.99
- Thesys is now $7.99
- Turnado is now $9.99
- Effectrix is now $8.99
Back in 2008: Noise.IO Pro arrived
Yep, after what seemed like an eternity back in 2008 Noise.IO Pro finally arrived on the app store. It was a big deal back then. In 2008 it was a very impressive app. You can read a bit more about it here.
Earhoof still only $1.99
Earhoof is still at its lowest price to date. It was previously at $4.99 and has dropped down to $1.99, so it's a real bargain for now.
Auxy arrives bringing uncomplicated beat making to your iPad
It's great to see Auxy out in the world at last. I've been playing with the app in beta for a long time and I really like just how simple, straightforward and uncluttered the interface is.
It's a really great way to make music.
So here's what you need to know about Auxy ...
Introducing a new way to make electronic music. Create your own drums, bass lines, and synth melodies. Auxy is modern beat making without distractions.
Auxy introduces a new way to make modern music on iPad. With a clean interface, stripped of unnecessary complexity, it encourages users to dive straight into the creative process and explore modern beat making without distraction. With Auxy you create drums, bass lines and melody loops by drawing notes instead of recording instruments in real time. Loops can then be mixed and recorded to create your own beats.
”Creating modern music should be more about music and less about technology” says Henrik Lenberg, co-founder and CEO of Auxy. With co-founder Fredrik Gadnell, he wants to get more people involved in creating modern music styles like EDM, house, and hip hop. “A lot of people would love to make modern music but feel it’s too complicated to get started. Our app removes technical barriers to give everyone a better experience.”
“We were really tired of ‘spreadsheet music making’—where creation feels more like work and complicated tools turn creativity into frustration. Auxy is about making more with less. It’s amazing to see how creative people get when you simplify the experience.”
Let us know what you think via feedback@auxy.co or @auxyco
Auxy is free to download from the app store:
AlitSpace, Master FX, Audio Mastering and Master Record all still on sale
AltiSpace is still on sale at $3.99, as is Master FX for $5.99, Audio Mastering at $6.99, and Master Record at $2.99.
Grab a bargain!
Grab a bargain!
Don't blame me for point this out to you ... Lo-Fi SES: Hackable 8-bit chiptunes instrument
Because someone told me about it (yes, you know who you are) so I felt compelled to share it!
Surface Induction Element | Harmonic Beta test of Mogees (video)
Surface Induction Element | Harmonic Beta test of Mogees from A Box in The Sea on Vimeo.
Still waiting for mine, but it does look amazing.
The mobile motion film festival is funded but there's still a tiny bit of time to help them out
It's funded and only has an hour or so before it closes so you can still help them if you'd like to.
Audulus 2.9 arrives
Video description:
Audulus 2.9 features improvements to contextual UI!
Audulus 2.9 upgrades include:
- Non-Modal context menu on iPad. The menu won’t interfere with turning a knob.
- Reduced memory usage for making huge patches.
- Updated AudioBus
- Improved AudioUnit support on Mac
- By user request: add a Toggle option for the Trigger node.
Audulus for iOS on the app store:
Audulus for Mac on the Mac App store:
Next version of Musix Pro on the way
The iOS 8 version of Musix Pro has been submitted to the App Store for review. Should be live in the next 14 days.
— Shiverware (@shiverware) October 28, 2014birdStepper Audiobus fix coming
PSA: Audiobus not working In birdStepper v 1.1 update posted yesterday. Submitted fixed version 1.1.1 last night, should be avail tonight.
— birdSound (@birdSoundmusic) October 29, 2014pyxis minor arrives and it is free
pyxis minor is a novel instrument / sequencer / synthesizer.
Users play and record sequences in real time and are able to play with various synthesis parameters to create a tailored musical experience. Bright colour, sleek aesthetic and intuitive user interfacing allows users of any age and prior musical experience / training to have a truly unique creative musical experience.
And it is free on the app store:
A new Wejaam WR6000 video appears ...
WEJAAM is a loop-based music sequencer specially designed for playing live, combined with an innovative and powerful randomization tool.
CREATE
It's very simple to make a beat, just select from the Djaam library or pick up from the World Jaam community All you have to do to create your own beat is use the hit editor, adding sound, deleting sound, is that easy...
LIVE
Gives you access to a 5 pads controllers instead of knobs. This way you will simply control various parameters of the sound with your finger on the screen.
MASTERING
WEJAAM's complete mastering system in a single integrated app includes Limiter, Reverb, Delay, Flanger, Equalizer, Chorus, and Distortion. Based on feedback and requests gathered from mastering professionals, Wejaam includes exclusive controls and features.
RANDOM
With this exclusive feature, you can easily have access millions of possibilities. During your live performance, simply tap on the random bar to bring up a new pattern idea.
SHARE
Share your jam head to head with friends it's an unforgettable music experience.
RECORD
Ready to go now? Make your own song within minutes and sound like a pro. Just record your live performance and create the best traxx ever. Then upload the song and share your mix all around the world.
FEATURES
- Sequencer 6 patterns of 32 notes.
- 6-channel instrument (synthesizer or sampler).
- 1 parametric Filter by channel.
- 2 effect sends per channel (Delay, Reverb, Flanger, Chorus, Overdrive).
- 3-band equalizer.
- Output limiter.
- Export recordings and programs with iTunes.
- Bluetooth Synchronization allows you to play with another person and have the same audio output on each device.
Wej has 10 days left to go
So, Wej has 10 days to go and has reached 35% of it's funding goal. I am curious to understand why though. I would have thought that this would be a product that would resonate with the iOS music community.
So what's missing from it?
So what's missing from it?
AUMI is on sale
AUMI is on sale at half price. It isn't an app that will appeal to everyone though. Here's what it does:
Adaptive Use Musical Instruments (AUMI) software interface enables people who have very limited controlled (voluntary) movement to independently engage in music making.
The Adaptive Use Musical Instruments software interface enables the user to play sounds and musical phrases through movement and gestures. This is an entry to improvisation rather than “hitting the right notes” or playing set pieces of music. Instead, the software uses music as a way for participants to express a range of affects, both by themselves and in response to, or in conversation with, others.
While the AUMI interface can be used by anyone, the focus has been on working with children who have profound physical disabilities. In taking these participants as its starting point the project attempts to make musical improvisation and collaboration accessible to the widest possible range of individuals. This approach also opens up the possibility of learning more about the relations between ability, the body, creativity and improvisation, from within a cultural context that does not always acknowledge or accept people with disabilities.
This iOS version of AUMI runs on devices with front facing cameras, and can run on iPhones (long and short), iPod touches and iPads. A large assortment of sounds can be triggered with configurable amounts of sensitivity. AUMI also can be used as a MIDI controller to access other iOS based synthesizers or external equipment (using the iPad's Camera Connection kit or via Core MIDI over WiFi.)
AUMI captures a record of the movement in the session, which can be exported and turned into reports in a clinical setting.
However, for anyone that this is relevant for the price is down from $9.99 to $4.99.
Adaptive Use Musical Instruments (AUMI) software interface enables people who have very limited controlled (voluntary) movement to independently engage in music making.
The Adaptive Use Musical Instruments software interface enables the user to play sounds and musical phrases through movement and gestures. This is an entry to improvisation rather than “hitting the right notes” or playing set pieces of music. Instead, the software uses music as a way for participants to express a range of affects, both by themselves and in response to, or in conversation with, others.
While the AUMI interface can be used by anyone, the focus has been on working with children who have profound physical disabilities. In taking these participants as its starting point the project attempts to make musical improvisation and collaboration accessible to the widest possible range of individuals. This approach also opens up the possibility of learning more about the relations between ability, the body, creativity and improvisation, from within a cultural context that does not always acknowledge or accept people with disabilities.
This iOS version of AUMI runs on devices with front facing cameras, and can run on iPhones (long and short), iPod touches and iPads. A large assortment of sounds can be triggered with configurable amounts of sensitivity. AUMI also can be used as a MIDI controller to access other iOS based synthesizers or external equipment (using the iPad's Camera Connection kit or via Core MIDI over WiFi.)
AUMI captures a record of the movement in the session, which can be exported and turned into reports in a clinical setting.
However, for anyone that this is relevant for the price is down from $9.99 to $4.99.
4 Tracks Audio Recorder gets its first update in 3 years
4 Tracks Audio Recorder was one of the first iOS (before it was called iOS) multitrack recorders. It hasn't been updated for the last 3 years, but today it has, which is great to know that it isn't forgotten.
Here's what's new:
Here's what's new:
- New interface for iPhone and iPad
- Panning
- Monitoring (hear what you are recording through your headphones)
- mixdown of the complete song
- Lots of fixes
LinnStrument Arpeggiator Jam Excerpt (video)
Video description:
"A short excerpt of a jam I was doing tonight with the LinnStrument arpeggiator. This is using U-he Bazille with per-note expression."
Sugar Bytes apps are all still on sale at about 50% off
All of Sugar Bytes excellent effects apps are on sale for halloween (until November the 3rd) at 50% off ...
- Wow Filterbox is now $7.99
- Thesys is now $7.99
- Turnado is now $9.99
- Effectrix is now $8.99
Reminder: Junglator is still free
Junglator is still free in case you weren't aware. So if you don't already have it, grab it.
Last Call: SAM on Kickstarter ends in 43 minutes
I had thought that it had a bit more time to go, but it is down to the last few minutes, so it really is your last chance if you wanted to back it.
KDJ-One is coming soon, so they say ...
@PalmSounds We plan to launch it soon! Please stay tuned for further details. :)
— KDJ-ONE (@kdj_us) October 29, 2014CausticLive Push Style (video)
Video description:
"A demonstration of the up coming Caustic Live real time play/sequencer for .caustic files loaded into Single Cell Software's Caustic App. This shows the Push like pad sequencer. Still prototype but working good."
Also worth noting from the comments on YouTube:
"Yes, it is meant for Android. :) I develop on Windows for speed, but it could even potentially end up on Mac and iOS eventually. So to reiterate, the target IS Android."
Via Musical Android.
StepPolyArp - Midi Step Polyphonic Arpeggiator now has Midi Bluetooth
StepPolyArp - Midi Step Polyphonic Arpeggiator gets an update with Midi Bluetooth and also the Cubasis sync issue is fixed.
Retronyms: The Build — Digits: Oscillators (video)
Video description:
"In this week's development video, Louis delves into Digits' powerful phase distortion oscillators. This is only one of the features that makes Digits such a unique and rich sounding synthesizer."
Look what's coming to AudioShare ...
Working on a built-in text editor in AudioShare, simple way to take notes about projects, recordings, etc.. pic.twitter.com/1ykbOd9G18
— J.Liljedahl/Kymatica (@j_liljedahl) October 28, 2014TNR-i MIDI demo with Access Virus (video)
Video description:
"I've wanted to test out the TNR-i app for some time, but everyone says "MIDI is not supported". I decided to just test it myself, and I
found it works perfectly to sequence external gear. I had it sequence my Access Virus TI in this video in multi mode.
Well, I think who ever said that was wrong. I'm using version 1.5.2. The most up-to-date version."
TNR-i on the app store:
Mr Haq is on patreon
He's been putting in loads of effort recently, so if you want to support him for just $1 a month, head over to his patreon site and sign up.
Yosemite MIDI Over Bluetooth with Ableton Live (video)
Video description:
"In this episode, we're taking a look at the new MIDI over Bluetooth available with OS X Yosemite. Our demonstration uses the recently updated Caramel, by Holderness Media, one of the first developers to adopt this new feature in their apps. First I show you how to make the connections, followed by a run down of how to set this up inside of Ableton Live to automate our effects."
In case you missed it ...
Here's a link to my post from last night about crowdfunding, and specifically how not to do it.
London Music Hack Space Containerville competition entry, please support it if you can
So, if you can, please try and support the Music Hack Space containerville competition entry by liking their video on facebook.
MultitrackStudio for iPad updated
Here's what's new in MultitrackStudio for iPad:
- Improved IAA compatibility.
- MIDI output of IAA instruments can be recorded (there's a 'MTS IAA Recording' virtual MIDI destination for this).
- Using instrument apps via MIDI+Audiobus is easier: Instrument selectors now list 'Virtual MIDI Apps'. An app's MIDI output can be recorded using the new 'MTS Virtual MIDI Recording' virtual MIDI destination. Audiobus monitoring has been improved for this scenario.
- Some SoundFont Player issues are fixed.
- Audio track input selector level meters work smoother.
Chuck the Whale OST by Rafael Langoni Smith (album made with Sinusoid)
"For Gamedan Team's "Chuck the Whale", a lovely little game about a whale that can't be left alone by pesky choppers.
This album was made in Sinusoid on the iPhone! Thanks for the great software, Eric!"
FlexyDrum: The Electronic Drum in Your Pocket opens up synth parameters and more
I do like gestural apps and this seems to have opened up quite a lot of new features.
So here's what's new FlexyDrum:
So here's what's new FlexyDrum:
- access to sound synthesis parameters
- modulation axis settable(added Z axis and color depth)
- audition sound in parameters zone
- updated menu
- learning area for explanations
- Inter-App Audio
BIAS Desktop Amp Matching - Revolt PlexNStein - Will It Match? (video)
Video description:
"Will BIAS Desktop match the Revolt PlexNStein?
BIAS Desktop is a groundbreaking guitar amp modeler with Amp Matching™ technology that offers an entirely new concept of putting any tube amplifier tone and feel into a plug-in (AAX/RTAS/AU/VST) for Mac and PC. It features the most accurate, thorough and versatile guitar-amp modeler and designer engine, and it can accurately capture the tone of any tube amplifier, users can then share or download amp models from BIAS’s built-in ToneCloud® amp-sharing platform."
Jakob Haq interviews Jonatan Liljedahl
As I'm a big fan of his work it's good to share this interview from Mr Haq.
KDJ-ONE with Sid Wilson from Slipknot (video)
Video description:
"The video feature interviews with Sid Wilson (DJ Starscream) of the internationally-acclaimed metal band, Slipknot and avid user of the KDJ-ONE during its early testing stages. Watch DJ Starscream create several songs on the fly, demonstrating the device’s wide range of features."
MiMiX arrives for your iPad allowing you full mix control over Audiobus!
Here are all the details ...
With MiMiX You can take total control of mixing of Your favorite Audiobus enabled apps’ outputs in the most convenient way. Just insert MiMiX into the Output Slot of Audiobus, even into multiple chains to mix the sound of the connected input or effect apps. You can even insert MiMIX into the input slot to send the mix to an other app, like a DAV to record the mix.
Features:
- Mix up to 8 Audiobus enabled apps including the system input or multiple channels of a multichannel input hardware
- Set the main mix volume level between -INF and +12dB
- Set the volume level of each input port between -INF and +12dB
- Set the panning or balance of each port (selectable)
- Mute any port
- Set any port to solo
- Monitor any port or the main mix on the built-in oscilloscopes and VU meters
- Control the main mix volume and volume, balance, mute and solo for each port using a MIDI controller or a Core MIDI app
- Set the MIDI CC parameters of each control via MIDI learn
- Set the MIDI channel and button behavior in the System Settings
- Double-tap on each knob or slider to set its default value
- Check the saturation indicator for each port to check if the pots power reached 0dB
- Check the clip indicator on the main mix to avoid clipping.
- MiMiX uses a 32 bit integer engine so clipping can only occur at the main mix
- MiMiX is lightweight - minimal CPU usage and memory footprint
Compatible with iPad2 and newer. Requires iOS7 or newer and Audiobus 2. Fully iOS8 compatible.
MiMiX is priced at $2.99 for launch which includes a 25% discount.
Sugar Bytes halloween sale continues with 50% off Thesys, Turnado, Wow Filterbox and Effectrix
All of these are excellent effects apps to have in your iDevice, so well worth grabbing them whilst they're on sale for halloween at 50% off.
- Wow Filterbox is now $7.99
- Thesys is now $7.99
- Turnado is now $9.99
- Effectrix is now $8.99
Wombat Soundpack (Week 6) (video)
Video description:
"This week I used a randomizer on a couple of the drum pads to give the soundpack a constant motion. I also created a sound that we'll call the whompblap, that's the center of the sound pack. And, if you have a Midi Fighter 3D, there's a couple of FX mapped to the CCs as a bonus. This is my favorite that I've made so far, so, have fun with it! -Alex
http://www.kmprodj.com/
FREE DOWNLOAD (Ableton Project File, Traktor Remix Kit & WAVs Folder all in one zip file)"
Back in 2006: Computer music feature on mobile
This was a real first back in 2006. Of course now all the magazines have regular features on mobile apps, but back then it was a bit of an oddity and of course there wasn't a huge amount to talk about either. Read the original post from 2006 here.
So that's how not to do Crowdfunding ... UKCFA event
This was a tough choice. On the this same evening there was the Apple iPad event, a kickstarter event on planning and running a campaign and this event run by the UK Crowdfunding Association. So, which did I decide to focus on? I decided to go to this and I'm really glad I did for lots of reasons which will become clear to you I hope.
It's peculiarly British to have an event that tells you how not to do something rather than how to actually do it. But in fact that's a very useful message. All to often we hear only about the crowdfunding success stories and not about the mistakes people make, where they went wrong, and what they learnt from those mistakes.
Also the crowdfunding world is perpetually dominated by the likes of kickstarter and indiegogo and whilst they're good and useful they only represent a small part of the overall story. There are lots of other crowdfunding mechanisms available and those shouldn't be overlooked.
Also the crowdfunding world is perpetually dominated by the likes of kickstarter and indiegogo and whilst they're good and useful they only represent a small part of the overall story. There are lots of other crowdfunding mechanisms available and those shouldn't be overlooked.
So what did I learn? Actually a lot. Whilst it is easy to get views on crowdfunding from lots of sites and to pull stats and data from all over the place, nothing beats hearing people talk about their experiences and mistakes. A personal story is worth much more than any number of stats in my opinion.
So here are some of my favourite comments, learning and more from the evening with a little commentary here and there:
From QuidCycle: "Just start now, don't wait until everything is perfect. Don't be insular, and don't believe the hype!" (Me: This is very good advice. Often people do wait until everything is in place, but waiting doesn't always help.)
"Don't create a fake celebrity twitter account to tweet about your campaign, nothing good is going to come out of that!" (Me: It might seem obvious, but people try all sorts of tricks to get noticed. Don't try tricks, be honest)
From CrowdCube: "Prefund your campaign, don't wait until you run out of money" (Me: It might sound strange, but prefunding really helps. We all know how it feels to turn up at a campaign page to see that no one has invested as yet.)
From Seedrs: "Don't crowdfund if you don't want to share your idea!" (Me: Another seemingly obvious comment, but it is important. If your idea is too secret don't share it or find a way to tell people without giving away too much.)
"Don't have a crappy video" (Me: This is a point that comes out a lot. The quality of a main campaign video is crucial and can't be stressed enough. Ideally a a 2-3 minute video is best.)
From BuzzBank: "Don't forget to promote your campaign on your own website" (Me: Another sensible comment, but people do forget.)
"It is as important to be offline as it is to be online. Investors are real people and will want to meet you and talk to you offline" (Me: This is very important for equity crowdfunding. You can be invisible to investors. They need to talk and meet with you.)
"Only 43-44% of campaigns on kickstarter succeed" (Me: It might sound strange, but I can believe this statistic.)
So what does all of this mean for the world of music apps? Well that's a very good question. I often have developers ask me about crowdfunding. It's got a bad name over the last year or two in our community. This is mainly because it is very difficult to actually crowdfund an app without annoying all of your backers and giving away loads of apps for free to people who didn't crowdfund the app in the first place.
But having been to this event it made me realise that there lots of other options available apart from the big too, and people should be looking at everything out there, not just focusing on the obvious.
But having been to this event it made me realise that there lots of other options available apart from the big too, and people should be looking at everything out there, not just focusing on the obvious.
midiSequencer 1.9 is coming and brings some awesome new feature
#midiSequencer v1.9 submitted to Apple - bring midi fx to your step sequencing (echo, compression, %probability, velocity switching etc)
— midiSequencer (@midiSequencer) October 27, 2014Rare Palm i705 on eBay
PalmOne i705 Wireless Handheld on eBay
In case you missed it from earlier ... Sugar Bytes Halloween sale gives 50% off Wow Filterbox, Thesys, Turnado and Effectrix
All of these are excellent effects apps to have in your iDevice, so well worth grabbing them whilst they're on sale at 50% off.
- Wow Filterbox is now $7.99
- Thesys is now $7.99
- Turnado is now $9.99
- Effectrix is now $8.99
So, what's going on at Amidio?
Amidio tweeted this on Sunday ...
But if you follow the link you'll arrive here, which is, incidentally, where amidio.com will take you anyway. So, what's happening with Amidio? Will we see any more updates, or is that it?
New Mint.io demo videos are available and vote for what is next! http://t.co/X3OF7zpCkx pic.twitter.com/TMpDCotamH
— Amidio (@AmidioInc) October 26, 2014But if you follow the link you'll arrive here, which is, incidentally, where amidio.com will take you anyway. So, what's happening with Amidio? Will we see any more updates, or is that it?
Jakob Haq is now on Patreon
He's been putting in loads of effort recently, so if you want to support him for just $1 a month, head over to his patreon site and sign up.
Glitch1 update arrives
Glitch1 gets an update for iOS8 and AB2, which is the first time it's been updated since February this year. I do wonder if there'll be a Glitch2 at some point.
Now this is taking cross-platform pretty seriously
First midi clock sync test. Chord +sinusoid +midibus +teensy 2.0 https://t.co/FvNJ4kXgnC
— Erik [unknown] (@humbleTUNE) October 26, 2014Waveband is trying to help people with disabilities express themselves through music
Which is an excellent aim in my view. Here's what the app is trying to do ...
Waveband lets people with a wide range of disabilities express themselves musically through movement. By moving an Apple device, users convert motion into the sound of their choice of musical instrument. Users can roll, pitch or turn the device to play a piano scale, shake the device to play a tambourine, and so on. Waveband is completely customizable to ensure that each user's ability to move can be used to best advantage.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Waveband is designed to be used by anyone who wants to express themselves musically through motion with their iOS device (iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad). When used in conjunction with a strap to secure the device to the body, the app can be especially useful to people who have disabilities that prevent them from playing traditional musical instruments.
For example, a client who has some control over his arms could have an iPod Touch attached to his arm with a runner's strap. When the client moves his arm sideways, the device plays a pre-selected scale across several octaves, sounding just like a banjo. Another client with extremely limited control over her movements could even have a device attached to her power chair so that the movement of the chair activates the sound of a piano. A client who experiences spasticity might love to control the tambourine or drums.
KEY FEATURES
- a wide selection of sounds
- completely customizable
- multiple people can play simultaneously on a network
- compatible with applications such as GarageBand through MIDI output
Clients and their music therapist (or caregiver) can choose: from among 30 instruments; the base key; the scale type; and the type and intensity of movement that will activate the notes. They can change any of these options at any time. In addition, the app includes features for more advanced users, such as MIDI output over WiFi.
SUPPORT
To report a problem with the app, or to make a suggestion about the future development of Waveband, please email appsupport@canassist.ca
CANASSIST at the UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA
CanAssist at the University of Victoria is dedicated to developing customized technologies for people with disabilities. While most CanAssist programs focus on clients in British Columbia, Canada, CanAssist has recently begun making its assistive software technologies more widely available.
And the app is free.
Roland PMA-5 on eBay
The Roland PMA-5 is like one of those evolutionary steps towards mobile music, and I love it for that reason. Not that I use mine much, but I'm glad to have a little bit of history nevertheless.
This one looks quite nice on eBay, and currently is going for a reasonable price too.
Roland PMA-5 on eBay
Tape OP reviews the iVCS3
It's one of those difficult synths, although in my opinion it's awesome. You can read the review from Tape OP here.
Synthtopia asks ...
A good question in my view, so, where are all of these desktop class music apps, and perhaps more importantly, who's going to make them?
Read the piece over at Synthtopia anyway.
Read the piece over at Synthtopia anyway.
Less than 3 days left to help out the mobile motion film festival
It's good to see that this is now funded, but there's almost 3 days left, so you can still give them a little boost if you want to.
Reminder: Apps World expo and conference
The Apps World expo and conference isn't far away now. This is probably mainly of interest to UK based developers I would imagine, but you might want to just have a look at what's on in the expo, which is free to attend, and you can find a link to on the Palm Sounds home page. It's right at the top on the right so you can't miss it.
Reminder: SAM: The Ultimate Internet Connected Electronics Kit on Kickstarter
It's over 215% with less than a couple of days to go!
Music Hackspace ContainerVille Competition (video)
So, if you can, please try and support the Music Hack Space containerville competition entry by liking their video on facebook.
Studio Amplify are now on Instagram
So if you are you might want to follow them as these are pretty awesome guys! You can find them here.
Yay! The littleBits new synth bits will be here before the holidays!
They were promised a long time ago and now littleBits say that they'll be ready to order before the holidays!
I think that these bits, more than any of the others that littleBits have created are going to make the synth kit really come to life. Adding MIDI, CV and audio IO will make a massive difference to using these little devices for sound and music.
Personally, I'm really looking forward getting my hands on these.
Earhoof is at its lowest price to date
I posted this on Saturday, but in case you missed it, Earhoof has dropped to its lowest price so far.
It was previously at $4.99 and has dropped down to $1.99 now. So it's a real bargain for now.
It was previously at $4.99 and has dropped down to $1.99 now. So it's a real bargain for now.
What's your workflow?
Everyone has a different workflow and a different way of working and getting the sounds you want. So what's yours? How about sharing it and explaining why it works for you? Just get in touch (check the 'about' page) and tell me all about your workflow.
I had forgotten that I had this on Bandcamp
So I thought I'd share it again, just in case you hadn't heard it before.
guitarism (pocket acoustic & electric guitar) goes all inclusive for one price
guitarism - pocket acoustic & electric guitar has dropped all the previous IAPs and is now available for one single price of $4.99. Here's the details of the update:
"Guitarism is now an all-inclusive app - no more indivdiual IAPs. All existing Guitarism users have been auto-upgraded to include all guitars, effects and Quadroplay MIDI Out functionality!"
Additional changes:
"Guitarism is now an all-inclusive app - no more indivdiual IAPs. All existing Guitarism users have been auto-upgraded to include all guitars, effects and Quadroplay MIDI Out functionality!"
Additional changes:
- Boosted volume of muted notes for a more percussive sound
- Enabled strumming / picking with up to 10 fingers (iPad only)
- Fixed issue with saving "Rotate Screen" setting on iPad
- Fixed issue with red / blue electric skins not switching correctly