So we're down to the very last day Movember so now is your last chance to donate to my campaign! So, if you don't know what Movember is all about then please visit this site, and if you do know what it is and would like to donate, please visit my Mobro page, here.
I'd also like to give another and final big thank you to Tim, Erik, Jo, Chris, and of course everyone else for supporting me in this, I really appreciate it, and I'd also the same to all the friends who have donated in the last day.
This is the last note about Movember. Thanks for your patience, thanks for donating, if you did.
So, that was a massive week wasn't it, here are the highlights ...
It's been a good week, and hopefully you've picked up some excellent bargains too (if not then check the previous post for what's on sale). Anyway, it's been a week since my last round up, and here are the highlights from the week ...
Monday 24th:
Tuesday 25th:
Thursday 27th:
Friday 28th:
So, there was some pretty big stuff there. From tomorrow we're on the run up to Christmas, which should in itself be a good month.
Monday 24th:
- Don't forget that TC-Helicon's competition is still running
- Music Hack Day London is coming soon
- Skoog 2 is still on Indiegogo
- Here's a demo of the new CZ app from Casio
- Protein Der Klang 1.3 arrives
- Egoist epic guide is a good video of this amazing app
- Olegtron 4060 looks awesome, I really want one of these
- Take a look at SingTrue, which is a great singing app
- Quincy Lite arrives
- Mikme on Kickstarter looks impressive
- Tempo Rubato brings a new and somewhat unexpected app, Ruckers 1628 arrives
- And finally I put down some notes on Kickstarter speaking at the bakery
Tuesday 25th:
- GrainProc updates, but it is no longer free
Thursday 27th:
- WeJaam WR6000 video, nice
- And a video for WeJaam for Android
- Svep, a multi-FX app for your iPad arrived
- A few thoughts on Korg at Music Production Expo
Friday 28th:
- Korg Gadget 1.1 brings close working with Module and more
- Korg's long awaited Module app arrives
- AltiSpace 1.7 is a pretty awesome update
- Fiddlewax Pro 2 is another big update
So, there was some pretty big stuff there. From tomorrow we're on the run up to Christmas, which should in itself be a good month.
You've only got today and tomorrow to contribute to my Movember page
Well we're down to the last 4 days of this week left for making a
donation to my Movember campaign! So, if you don't know what Movember
is all about then please visit this site, and if you do know what it is and would like to donate, please visit my Mobro page, here.
I'd also like to give another big thank you to Tim, Erik, Jo, Chris, and of course everyone else for supporting me in this, I really appreciate it, and I'd also the same to all the friends who have donated in the last day.
I'd also like to give another big thank you to Tim, Erik, Jo, Chris, and of course everyone else for supporting me in this, I really appreciate it, and I'd also the same to all the friends who have donated in the last day.
VirSyn's apps are on sale for 50% off or more
VirSyn are having a massive sale on their apps. Here's everything that's on offer right now:
So grab a bargain from VirSyn!
- AudioReverb is 50% off, down from $7.99 to $3.99
- Addictive MicroSynth for iPhone is 50% off, down from $3.99 to $1.99
- Cube Synth is 50% off too, down from $11.99 to $5.99
- Tera Synth is also 50% off, down from $19.99 to $9.99
- Addictive Synth for iPad is 50% off, down from $9.99 to $4.99
- micro TERA is also 50% off, down from $9.99 to $4.99
- And lastly iSyn Poly is down from $4.99 to $1.99
So grab a bargain from VirSyn!
Egoist launch price has only today and tomorrow left to run
You've only got a couple of days to get the excellent Egoist from Sugar Bytes at 33% off. Currently it is $19.99, but after the 1st it'll go up.
Oscilab Mix 02 by planetanoiz
Made by Oscilab（iOS app） september 2014 やっぱり気付いたら15分くらいになっていました・・・。 これは、遊ぶのが楽し過ぎます。 01よりインダストリアルな感じにしたつもりです。 ※最初の方は音が小さいので音量注意で。
Get the SoundCloud app to listen on your iDevice.
Reminder, Nave is half price right now
Just quick note in case you didn't know about this is a very rare sale on Nave, it's currently half price, down from $19.99 to $9.99. So if you don't have it already ...
Reminder: Positive Grid apps are all $4.99
In case you didn't know, Positive Grid's apps, JamUp, BIAS, and also Final Touch. are all on sale for just $4.99 each and also all their in app purchases are also 50% off too. A pretty good deal I'd say.
In case you missed it, Korg's Module app has arrived!
You can see the original post from this morning right here. It has all the detail on the app, which is 25% off at the moment, up until the 11th of December.
If you're looking for everything that's on sale, look now further ...
If you'd like to know about all the current app sales just click here, and you'll see everything tagged with "price drop", so you won't miss out.
Reminder: Buy apps from the sites and blogs you love
Just a regular reminder that if you want to help support the blogs and sites that make up the mobile music community please do consider buying your apps using the iTunes links you find on those sites (including this one of course). Thanks.
Back in 2007: Larva Labs apps for T-Mobile Sidekick
I can only barely remember the platform let alone these apps, but they were quite unique back then and looked pretty amazing. I never got to try them and I don't know what happened to Larva Labs. Here's the original post which had some pictures of the apps too.
What are you making this weekend?
So, it's the weekend, what are you planning to make? Music? Apps? Templates? DIY? If you're doing anything cool and want to share it just let me know.
So, who wouldn't want to win $12,000 worth of music gear?
Of course, if you don't then don't read any further, but if you do then you might want to check out TC-Helicon's contest for their newest app, Voice Jam Studio which arrived at the beginning of the month, and is still on sale for only $9.99.
You can find Voice Jam Studio on the app store ...
You can find Voice Jam Studio on the app store ...
That Casio CZ video, anyone know any more?
So I posted this video a few days ago, but as has been pointed out it isn't even used and of course, if you're not a Japanese speaker it isn't really easy to understand what's happening. So, is it for real? What do we think?
"My First Hour with Korg Gadget" (video)
Video description:
"My First Hour with Korg Gadget on the iPad. Nothing was planned, i just jamming around with it. QuNexus was used as a MIDI controller."
In case you missed it, Korg's Module app has arrived!
You can see my original post from this morning right here. It has all the detail on the app.
Reminder: Mikme – Wireless Recording Microphone on Kickstarter
I think that this campaign is worth keeping an eye on to see where it goes. As I mentioned when I first posted it, the funding goal is steep, but I think they've given themselves more time to compensate. Let's see where it ends up.
In case you missed it, code for Arduino MIDI BLE has now been released
You can find my original post on it, with links and video, here.
Space Effects Created Entirely on an iPad (video, you really have to watch this)
This is an awesome video, you should really watch it.
Video description:
"Are iPads only good for consuming media? I don't think so!
Everything you see here was created on an iPad Air (first generation), mostly using Sprite Dancer, a great animation app that reminds me of After Effects version 2.0 -- 15 or 20 years ago! Other apps used include Procreate, iDraw, FluidFX, Plastic, the iPad Camera, and more. All of the music was created on the iPad using GarageBand, AudioBus, Animoog, Sunrizer, Korg iElectribe, and more."
Reminder: Positive Grid apps are all $4.99
If for some reason you didn't know, Positive Grid's apps, JamUp, BIAS, and also Final Touch. are all on sale for just $4.99 each and also their in app purchases are also 50% off.
If you didn't know, then you do now.
If you didn't know, then you do now.
Don't forget, Nave is half price right now
A little reminder that this is a very rare sale on Nave, it's currently half price, down from $19.99 to $9.99. So if you don't have it already.
Don't forget, Egoist is still 33% off
You've only got a few more days to get the excellent Egoist from Sugar Bytes at 33% off. Currently it is $19.99, but after the 1st it'll go up.
Skoog has less than 2 weeks left on Indiegogo, so why not take another look
Skoog 2.0 on Indiegogo from Skoogmusic on Vimeo.
With less than 2 weeks to go it's making progress, but will it get there?
In case you missed it, SingTrue is a great app for learning to sing
If you missed this post about a new app for learning to sing in tune you can find it right here. It's a free app with IAPs but well worth checking out in my opinion.
Reminder: Phoenard : The Arduino-compatible Prototyping Gadget on Kickstarter, doing well
With over just 2 weeks to go now until its campaign ends it has already exceeded its goal and I think it'll go further too.
So in case you missed it from a week or so ago, do take a look.
In case you missed it, Adrian Belew's FLUX app arrived
Not the Noii.se app we're waiting for, but worth a look, especially if you're a fan of his stuff. Details here.
Standuino 3π/2 with Bastl microGranny 2.1 and Trinity DRUM (video)
Video description:
3π/2 synchronised via (MIDI Bastl) with Bastl Instruments Trinity DRUM and microGranny 2.1
The circle got reopened. Standuino comes back with three quarters of the circle waiting for YOU to fulfill the remaining quarter!
mystery drone synth with patchable clock sequencer is back !
buy now exclusively from noise.kitchen: http://noise.kitchen/shop/standuino/
3π/2 is amazing sensual experience with rough mahogany knobs, the touch of 100 % natural wool&cotton felt case, golden patching nails and UV leds... and the color finish glows in the dark!
Features
- several oscillators, wavetables and synthesis types
- settings accessed by randomizers
- high probability of getting cool bass sounds
- 14 bit PWM sound core
- 4 presets
- patchable clock sequencer with several patterns
- internal clock or MIDI clock divider
- MIDI input
- UV leds
- numbered limited edition
- natural pure wool felt case
A nice little infographic for a Friday ...
Infographic: The history of audio equipment. From phonographs to boom boxes, it's all here: http://t.co/xlVwtSeIR6 pic.twitter.com/36OzIMBPgs
— Co.Design (@FastCoDesign) November 27, 2014
Mute Synth II "white" now available for pre-order
With the first run of the Mute Synth II all sold out, Mute have brought a new version, the "white" version, which is now available for pre-order. Details are here.
3π/2 Standuino revealed (video)
Video description:
3π/2 [pi] miami beach limited edition
The circle got reopened. Standuino comes back with three quarters of the circle waiting for YOU to fulfill the remaining quarter!
mystery drone synth with patchable clock sequencer is back !
buy now exclusively from noise.kitchen: http://noise.kitchen/shop/standuino/3...
get more info: http://www.standuino.eu/musical-instr...
3π/2 is amazing sensual experience with rough mahogany knobs, the touch of 100 % natural wool&cotton felt case, golden patching nails and UV leds... and the color finish glows in the dark!
Features
- several oscillators, wavetables and synthesis types
- settings accessed by randomizers
- high probability of getting cool bass sounds
- 14 bit PWM sound core
- 4 presets
- patchable clock sequencer with several patterns
- internal clock or MIDI clock divider
- MIDI input
- UV leds
- numbered limited edition
- natural pure wool felt case
Fiddlewax Pro 2.0 brings a lot of new stuff
Here's what's New in 2.0 Fiddlewax Pro:
- Directly record audio to create custom instruments.
- Import SoundFont files (.sf2) to use with instruments.
- Import audio files (.m4a, .wav, .mp3, etc.) as samples.
- Adjust sample parameters (gain, offset, attack, & release).
- Updated Audiobus and added remote play/pause.
- Improved circular loop indication.
- Updated user interface and simplified info overlay.
- Expert MIDI mode (adjust volume of each channel).
- Muted chord automation for advanced users.
- Minor bug fixes.
AltiSpace 1.7 arrives and is pretty awesome
AltiSpace 1.7 brings some amazing new features:
- Three new reverb devices were added.
- More than 50 new reverb impulses were added.
- Now the built-in library contains more than 300 samples from 18 actual devices.
- Improved audio processing.
- Improved user interface.
- Minor bug fixes.
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.
Korg brings their newest app to your iPad ... Module has arrived!
The best sounds, available to everyone. Announcing a new high-quality mobile sound module app for iPad!
Maintaining its position at the forefront of mobile music apps, KORG now offers you a new style of performance and production with Korg Module for iPad. Ideal for performance and music production, KORG Module is a high-quality sound module app for iPad that contains a sound library over 1 GB. If you have an external MIDI keyboard and an iPad, you can play studio-quality keyboard and grand piano sounds anywhere. You can also use the sounds of KORG Module for the KORG Gadget music production app.
Five dedicated sound engines containing powerful tone
KORG Module has five dedicated sound engines, providing a number of high-quality sounds that can be played back on your iPad using the "NATIVE ENGINE”. These engines feature technology that was developed for KORG's historic line of workstations and synthesizers including: Acoustic Piano, Electric Piano, Clav, Organ, and Multi. Each display has carefully selected parameters, making it convenient and easy to adjust the sounds.
Welcome to a new mobile world, where your iPad and a MIDI keyboard is all you need for a complete setup
Just connect an external MIDI keyboard to your iPad and launch the app to transform your iPad into a high-quality sound module. It's easy to set up and start playing immediately, whether you're in your room, a practice studio, or performing live. KORG Module adopts an open hardware philosophy that allows connection to any MIDI keyboard. In addition to using a KORG MIDI keyboard such as the taktile, microKEY (25-key), or nanoKEY2, you can also use other manufacturer's MIDI keyboards that can be connected to an iPad.
Mobile music production in tandem with KORG Gadget
You can also use the high-quality KORG Module sounds inside KORG Gadget, the mobile music production app. If you have KORG Module and KORG Gadget, the five tools Salzburg, Montreal, Alexandria, Firenze, and Glasgow are added inside, allowing access the same way as KORG Gadget. These five powerful gadgets will add even more variety to your music productions, raising your music to the next level. Whether for performance or for production, both of these apps deliver ultimate sound.
Convenient set list function with a PDF/image score viewer and music player
KORG Module provides functions you'll find convenient in any environment. The set list function provides unified management of all the settings a player needs; it lets you recall the sounds in the ideal order, view music notation, or hear a practice song. The score viewer can load and display an image or PDF file; eliminating the need to carry along a printed music score. You can use the internal camera of your iPad to record and view hand-written memos. You can use the music player to select and play a song from the library of the Music app. Since there's a tempo change function, you can slow down the tempo without changing the pitch.
Power-up even more with expansion sound libraries
While KORG Module provides a powerful collection of sounds even with its basic set, you can purchase expansion sound libraries to further extend its sonic scope. As the first round, we present two titles: the third-party mobile premium piano "Ivory Mobile Grand" from SYNTHOGY, and KORG's own vintage electric piano sound set "Wurley Electric Piano." Add sound libraries to enjoy an expanding world of mobile sound modules. The added sound libraries can be used with KORG Gadget as well.
Module costs $29.99 at the moment, which is 25% off the normal price of $39.99 which it will go up to on the 11th of December
The Expansion Sound Libraries for in-app purchase are also offered at the sale price.
- Ivory Mobile Grand: Regular Price: US$29.99 → Sale Price: US$19.99 (33% OFF)
- Wurley Electric Piano: Regular Price: US$9.99 → Sale Price: Free
Music Production Expo 2014: Meeting up with Korg again
It’s no secret that I am a big fan of what Korg do and specifically what they’ve done in the mobile world in the last few years. They are if not the most innovative then one of the most innovative music technology companies around, and I think that a lot of that innovation comes from an ability to experiment and explore new avenues and test users reactions to these. It’s probably fair to say that very few people expected the Monotron to come out, or indeed the monotron series that followed. Neither did we expect the Korg Gadget app, or indeed the new Module app that’s due tomorrow.
I’m not saying that everything that they do is perfect, but more often than not I’m very impressed with what they deliver. So it was great to be able to catch up with them at Music Production Expo last week (make sure on dates), and see Ian from Korg as I hadn’t seen him since we both worked on an event in Shoreditch in 2011. Ian showed me some of the new hardware, the Electribe and Volca sample, but of most interest was talking about what Korg have done in bridging the gap between mobile and desktop with their latest version of Gadget and its Ableton Export facility.
I’ve used the new export facility and like it a lot. In my view it is the first step towards a truly joined up approach to making music on mobile devices and being able to move into a familiar desktop DAW. When I say it is a first step I mean that it takes us some way down that road. It’s good for Korg iPad users and of course it’s very good for Ableton too as they have to date relied on controller apps for supporting their DAW.
I have no doubts that Korg will continue to innovate in the mobile space. That’s a given. However, I really hope that we see more from them in bridging the mobile / desktop gap, whether that’s as other export options, or indeed something even more unexpected.
I also have to mention the support that Korg have given to my SoundLab project, which has been very kind indeed.
One thing is for sure as far as I’m concerned. They’ll continue to deliver excellent user experience, and usually, completely unexpected innovation. After all, that’s why we love them!
Music Production Expo 2014, a first thought ...
I like these kind of events, there’s always someone great to talk to and loads of music gear to be tempted by. It’s also a great opportunity for music technology companies to meet musicians and talk about what’s important to us. Having an event in London is always good for me too as I don't think you can have enough opportunities to check out gear and chat to other like minded people.
I really hope we see more and more of these events soon. I'll always be there if I can.
I really hope we see more and more of these events soon. I'll always be there if I can.
Svep - phaser, flanger, chorus arrives for your iPad
Svep is a stereo modulation filter effect suitable for any sound. All parameters are easily editable in one screen and the clean and responsive user interface encourages creativity. Tweak it to produce anything from old-school phasers to subtle choruses.
Features:
- Inter App Audio (IAA) compatible. Works fine with Garageband and other IAA compatible hosts.
- Supports Audiobus 2 including state saving.
- Load / Save presets
- Remembers IAA hosts (will automatically load last used settings when a host connects)
- Low cpu usage
- Simple but yet powerful user interface
Svep is developed by musicians for musicians.
Svep costs $1.99 on the app store:
Huge offers at Native Instruments
Not mobile related, but if you're interested Native have an enormous array of products at 50% off at the moment.
Moog apps on sale
Moog's apps are all on sale, Filtatron is available for just $0.99, Animoog for iPhone is down to $1.99 and Animoog for iPad is down to $4.99.
Don't forget, Egoist is still 33% off
You've only got a few more days to get the excellent Egoist from Sugar Bytes at 33% off. Currently it is $19.99, but after the 1st it'll go up.
Don't forget, Sliver and GlitchBreaks are on sale
Alex's excellent apps Sliver and GlitchBreaks are both on sale. Sliver is down from $5.99 to $2.99, and GlitchBreaks is down from $4.99 to $2.99.
Moog Theremini App (video)
This is a great app for Theremini users and gives access to so much of the device.
New UI and something Multi channel coming to MikroWave
Coming to Google Play in the next few days... a big addition to MikroWave's UI and something with multi channel... #mikrowave #android #daw
— Igor Zinken (@igorzinken) November 27, 2014A big thank you to Chris (AKA Grain B'stard) for supporting Movember!
I know I keep going on about it, but it is a very important cause and it needs your support.
So a big thank you to Chris for his support. You've almost certainly seen his videos on Vimeo, and if you haven't they're well worth watching.
Please consider supporting. Though, the page is here.
So a big thank you to Chris for his support. You've almost certainly seen his videos on Vimeo, and if you haven't they're well worth watching.
Please consider supporting. Though, the page is here.
Reminder, there's lots of savings from IK's apps until the 1st
There's lots of deals available from IK at the moment. Here's what they have on offer ...
50% off the AmpliTube series, including the original, the Fender version, the Hendrix version, the Orange version, and the Slash version too.
SampleTank is 50% off, as is iGrand, iLectric, VocaLive 2, iRig Recorder, UltraTuner, GrooveMaker, and DJ Rig.
Don't say I didn't tell you about it.
50% off the AmpliTube series, including the original, the Fender version, the Hendrix version, the Orange version, and the Slash version too.
SampleTank is 50% off, as is iGrand, iLectric, VocaLive 2, iRig Recorder, UltraTuner, GrooveMaker, and DJ Rig.
Don't say I didn't tell you about it.
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.
Where are we with Wej?
So almost halfway through the additional 30 days that Retronyms have given themselves and they're still only at 61% of Wej funded so far. So they have 14 days left now, let's see where that goes.
Also of course you can now get the Arduino MIDI BLE code yourself and just make one if you want (without the lights of course) so maybe that's what everyone's doing now?
Also of course you can now get the Arduino MIDI BLE code yourself and just make one if you want (without the lights of course) so maybe that's what everyone's doing now?
Don't forget that Positive Grid's apps are all $4.99 until the 30th
If for some reason you didn't know, Positive Grid's apps, JamUp, BIAS, and also Final Touch. are all on sale for just $4.99 each and also their in app purchases are also 50% off.
If you didn't know, then you do now.
If you didn't know, then you do now.
Saved some money on Black Friday sales? Then give some of it to Movember!
Well we're down to the last 4 days of this week left for making a donation to my Movember campaign! So, if you don't know what Movember is all about then please visit this site, and if you do know what it is and would like to donate, please visit my Mobro page, here.
I'd also like to give another big thank you to Tim, Erik and Jo and of course everyone else for supporting me in this, I really appreciate it, and I'd also the same to all the friends who have donated in the last day.
I'd also like to give another big thank you to Tim, Erik and Jo and of course everyone else for supporting me in this, I really appreciate it, and I'd also the same to all the friends who have donated in the last day.
FLUX by belew™ (never the same twice) arrives, but this isn't Noii.se, it's a different app
Easy to be confused here. I think that this is the app the Adrian Belew crowdfunded rather than the app that I think we're waiting for which is the Noii.se FX app. That's still on the way I believe.
Anyway, here's the details for FLUX by belew™:
Get ready for a new & exciting way to experience music, brought to you by acclaimed musician Adrian Belew. FLUX by belew™ is an ever-changing variety of new music, songs, sounds, and visual art that comes at you in quick, surprising pieces. You get exposed to a lot of interesting content quickly, and every listen is a new, unique experience that will never happen the same way again for you or anyone else.
The song forms themselves are short and varied, with longer tracks chopped up so you only hear a portion. Songs even appear in multiple versions, with different lyrics and instrumentation. There are hundreds of these songs, pieces of music, and sonic "snippets", along with engaging visuals randomly changing with the music.
These tracks never play in the same order, though it is not entirely random. The artist controls the probability of which tracks are played, so new tracks may appear, others may go away, and rarities may only be heard once and a while. All this can be changed at any time, ensuring that FLUX never plays the same way twice.
Songs do repeat over time, but you also have the option to hear a track whenever you want just by pressing the "favorite" button, and it will added to your own custom playlist. You can also see a history of what you’ve just heard.
FLUX by belew™ also includes pictures, lyrics, studio notes, backstories about the songs, and interactive ways to share your FLUX experience with your friends via social media.
FLUX is an evolving creative platform will surprise and engage you every time you experience it. It's time for something different.
Adrian Belew is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, producer, and guitarist, who has released 20 critically acclaimed solo albums, while working alongside some of the most innovative artists of the past 30 years, including Paul Simon, David Bowie, Talking Heads, Frank Zappa, and Nine Inch Nails, among others. For 33 years he was the frontman, singer, and guitarist in art-rock giant King Crimson. Known as a highly inventive guitarist, much of Belew's music mixes pop songwriting with complex time signatures, witty lyrics, wild sounds, and a technical mastery of his instrument.
The app costs $9.99.
Addictive Synth (iPad) remains on sale at 50% off
VirSyn also make their Addictive Synth for iPad half price. It's down from $9.99 to $4.99. Again the sale lasts until the 30th.
How to turn your iPhone/iPad into a guitar Multi-FX Processor (video)
And of course, don't foreget that Positive Grid's apps, JamUp, BIAS, and also Final Touch. are all on sale for just $4.99 each and also their in app purchases are also 50% off too.
Synthtopia list of bargains
Synthtopia has a great listing of deals this week, which is for the most part desktop and not mobile focused, although there are one or two mobile deals as well in there. So I thought it would be worth knowing, especially if you're looking for bargains right now
pyxis minor adds customizable effects per channel and more
pyxis minor (still free) gets an update with a few new features. Here's what 1.1 has in it:
- Customizable effects per instrument channel.
- Metronome to help with keeping time.
- Performance improvements
- Miscellaneous bug fixes.
Loopy Masterpiece: Inputs, Outputs, Effects (video)
Video description:
"A look at my many attempts to figure out audio routing in Loopy Masterpiece."
VirSyn's Tera Synth still on sale
Also don't forget that VirSyn's Tera Synth on also sale at half price again. The app is down in price from $19.99 to $9.99.
ToneWoodAmp For Acoustic Guitars on Kickstarter
I posted this a few days ago but thought it was worth seeing where the funding had got to. It seems to be doing find with another 26 days to go and over 30% of the funding pledged so far.
Phoenard : The Arduino-compatible Prototyping Gadget on Kickstarter, doing well
I posted about Phoenard just over a week ago and was impressed with the idea. In fact so much so that I pitched in and funded it too. With over 2 weeks to go now until its campaign ends it has already exceeded its goal and I think it'll go much further too.
So in case you missed it from a week or so ago, do take a look.
iSyn Poly from VirSyn still only $1.99
iSyn Poly from VirSyn is still 60% off. It was priced at $4.99 and is now just $1.99. The sale runs for the rest of this week until the 30th, and for that price it's really worth checking out.
In case you missed it, SingTrue is a great app for learning to sing
If you missed this post about a new app for learning to sing in tune you can find it right here. It's a free app with IAPs but well worth checking out in my opinion.
Deranged Drive from DJ Sybian (audio)
Track description:
"A straight up dance track. I wanted to make a track that I could envision filling the dance floor. A track with 'drive'. The title also reflects the attitude I had in trying to stay focused in it and get it finished.
Made in Caustic 3 on my new iPhone 6 Plus. Working with the 6 Plus felt really good. So much so that I was willing to give up my iPad. The bigger screen feels much better than the iPhone 4/5, which felt like the musical equivalent of building a ship in a bottle.
Machines used: Beatbox (x3), Bassline, Padsynth, Subsynth (x5)."
AudioReverb is 50% off until the 30th
Just a reminder that VirSyn have made their AudioReverb app half price, taking its price down from $7.99 to $3.99. The app is on sale until the 30th.
RedSkyiOS Album from RedSkyLullaby (audio)
Some really awesome sounds from RedSkyLullaby's first full iOS album.
In case you missed it, here's a few more thoughts on crowdfunding, with Kickstarter in mind
If you missed this piece about Kickstarter at the Bakery a few weeks ago. You might find it interesting if you're thinking about a crowdfunding campaign.
Reminder: Mikme – Wireless Recording Microphone on Kickstarter
I think that this campaign is worth keeping an eye on to see where it goes. As I mentioned when I first posted it, the funding goal is steep, but I think they've given themselves more time to compensate. Let's see where it ends up.
VirSyn's microTERA remains on sale
Just a quick reminder that VirSyn's microTERA is half price, down from $9.99 to $4.99, and also on sale until the 30th like VirSyn's other apps.
The Resonator by Synth Anatomy
Description from Synth Anatomy:
"I just released a preset collection of 26 presets for IOS Synth Laplace"
Available for donation
2 USD = Preset collection
3 USD + = Preset Collection + FB-01 Sample Library with Kontakt 5 Mapped and other samplers also (46 instruments) (6.99 Pounds)
Payment here http://www.patreon.com/synthanatomy and than sending a confirmation to synthanatomynews@gmail.com"
Laplace on the app store:
Bordlands date slipping, but apparently it'll be worth it ...
easing back into dev after a crazy busy month at work. end of year target may slide a little, but it's going to be worth it. #realtimeinput
— Borderlands Granular (@BorderlandsiPad) November 26, 2014Skoog has 2 weeks left on Indiegogo, so why not take another look
Skoog 2.0 on Indiegogo from Skoogmusic on Vimeo.
So how is Skoog doing on Indiegogo? Let's take a look.
All the Positive Grid apps are on sale
If you didn't know, Positive Grid's apps, JamUp, BIAS, and also Final Touch. are all on sale for just $4.99 each and also their in app purchases are also 50% off.
If you didn't know, then you do now.
If you didn't know, then you do now.
Back in 2007 this was a bit of a surprise
Today in 2007 Brian Whitman released Pushpin, his MIDI synth for GameBoy. This came as a bit of a surprise as he'd left the project unfinished for quite some time. Here's the original post.
Don't forget, Egoist is still 33% off
You've only got a few more days to get the excellent Egoist from Sugar Bytes at 33% off. Currently it is $19.99, but after the 1st it'll go up.
BLIDino Arduino MIDI over Bluetooth with iOS and OSX (video), source code now available
Synthtopia posts about the release of source code for Arduino MIDI over bluetooth for iOS and OSX.
This looks pretty impressive and hopefully we'll see some interesting applications of this very soon.
Peace Out from Redskylullaby (video)
Video description:
"Music: Red Sky Lullaby, Visuals: Moving Painting 01 by Klara Kohoutova (Video used under Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution Non Commercial License)"
Looking at the Olegtron 4060
I've posted a couple of videos on the Olegtron. This one which was a jam, and this one showing patches. Both got me quite intrigued to I started to look around for the machine to try and see how much they cost and found the site quite easily.
I have to say that I'm quite taken with the idea. It looks amazing and is actually quite reasonably priced. I'm really tempted to get myself one of these, but I'd be very interested in hearing anyone else's opinion of the device if they've used it at all.
I have to say that I'm quite taken with the idea. It looks amazing and is actually quite reasonably priced. I'm really tempted to get myself one of these, but I'd be very interested in hearing anyone else's opinion of the device if they've used it at all.
Mr Haq interviews BeepStreet!
He does get about a bit doesn't he. In this post Mr Haq interviews Jarek Jacek from BeepStreet. Worth a read.
Arduino Day 2015 announced
Whilst I probably haven't given this enough room overall I think that Arduino Day is a good idea and an opportunity to set aside some time for experimentation and tinkering, which is something that I know I could do with more time for.
So next year the date is set for the 28th of March. You can find out more on the Arduino blog.
So next year the date is set for the 28th of March. You can find out more on the Arduino blog.
If you haven't already, why not visit SoundLab?
I haven't posted about this in a while, so if you're new to Palm Sounds you might not be aware that I've been heavily involved in a project called SoundLab which started back in May this year. The SoundLab project is all about making music, and when you visit the site it'll become clear why I'm involved.
Our project site has been up and running for some time now and I'd love you to go take a look if you can. There's a lot of good content already, including stuff about the team talking about what the project means to them, and the results from our workshops.
If there's anything about the project that you want to follow up on with me, you can use the form on the SoundLab site, or contact me in the normal way.
Our project site has been up and running for some time now and I'd love you to go take a look if you can. There's a lot of good content already, including stuff about the team talking about what the project means to them, and the results from our workshops.
If there's anything about the project that you want to follow up on with me, you can use the form on the SoundLab site, or contact me in the normal way.
Fractillion by Redskylullaby (video)
Video description:
"Music: Red Sky Lullaby. 3D Fractals adapted from Fata Morgana video created by Don Whitaker (Used under Creative Commons 3.0 License)"
Music Tech Pitch 4.5 is coming up very soon, here are the details
In case you missed this the next Music Tech Pitch which will be on the 11th of December. I'm really looking forward to it, and I know that there will be some great start ups pitching.
Tickets and full details are all available here. And if you're interested in pitching the details are there as well.
Tickets and full details are all available here. And if you're interested in pitching the details are there as well.
Let's Play with Traxus (Lemur Controller for NI Traktor) (video)
Video description:
"I've had a lot of people request videos on Lemur and other control surfaces, but I couldn't really think of a good way to do that in a video. Until now! I love the free Traxus Controller for Native Instrument Traktor. Here is how I use it to DJ while playing video games!
If you'd like to watch the show check out my gaming YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/discchordftw/ or my live Twitch stream: http://twitch.tv/discchordftw/"
Grab Traxus Control (free) here: http://traxusinteractive.com/download...
Lemur on the app store:
This is the last week for Movember ... So take a look, and give some cash ...
So there's only the rest of this week left for making a donation to my Movember campaign! So, if you don't know what Movember is all about then I suggest you visit this site, and if you do know what it is and would like to donate, please visit my Mobro page, here.
I'd also like to give another big thank you to Tim, Erik and Jo for supporting me in this, I really appreciate it, and I'd also the same to all the friends who have donated in the last day.
I'd also like to give another big thank you to Tim, Erik and Jo for supporting me in this, I really appreciate it, and I'd also the same to all the friends who have donated in the last day.
GrainProc improves UI and audio, but it's no longer free
So if you haven't downloaded GrainProc as a free app it's now going to cost you $2.99. Here's what's new in the app:
- Gorgeous new design - Delightful buttons and an Info screen.
- higher audio quality! No 'underwater', 'muffled' audio.
What Is ScratchVOX? (video)
I haven't mentioned this enough really. It really is quite an innovation.
Don't forget, there's lots of savings from IK's apps until the 1st
There's lots of deals available from IK at the moment. Here's what they have on offer ...
50% off the AmpliTube series, including the original, the Fender version, the Hendrix version, the Orange version, and the Slash version too.
SampleTank is 50% off, as is iGrand, iLectric, VocaLive 2, iRig Recorder, UltraTuner, GrooveMaker, and DJ Rig.
50% off the AmpliTube series, including the original, the Fender version, the Hendrix version, the Orange version, and the Slash version too.
SampleTank is 50% off, as is iGrand, iLectric, VocaLive 2, iRig Recorder, UltraTuner, GrooveMaker, and DJ Rig.
GrooveCloud Open Beta getting closer now ...
Trying to deliver an LP / HP filter before the Open Beta release :)
— GrooveCloud (@theGrooveCloud) November 25, 2014Positive Grid's Final Touch is still on sale at its lowest price
Final Touch is still at its lowest price of $4.99, which is great value.
Both BIAS for iPad, and for iPhone are 75% off at the moment
In case you missed this one from yesterday, both versions of BIAS from Positive Grid are on sale at 75% off their normal app store price. Both apps are currently just $4.99 each.
BIAS for iPad on the app store:
BIAS for iPhone on the app store:
BIAS for iPad on the app store:
BIAS for iPhone on the app store:
JamUp Pro XT is still on sale for just 25% of the normal price
JamUp Pro XT is still on sale for just $4.99, which is 75% off the normal app store price.
Egoist is 33% off until the 1st of December
You've only got to the 1st of December to get Egoist from Sugar Bytes at 33% off. Currently it is $19.99, but after the 1st it'll go up.
Seeing Kickstarter at The Bakery (a few weeks back now)
A few weeks back I went to an event in Shoreditch hosted by Kickstarter, and as my piece on the UK Crowdfunding Association event seemed to go down quite well I thought I'd share some thoughts from this too.
I'm a fan of kickstarter. I think it's a good platform for crowdfunding, but all to often we hear only about the great success stories that come out of kickstarter and not the immense hard work that goes into preparing for these campaigns.
Also we don't often hear the actual statistics behind kickstarter and the number of campaigns that fail too, but in this relatively short session the team at kickstarter shared some interesting numbers, and whilst much of this was already in the public domain, it is still interesting stuff.
The session was basically a panel Q&A with someone from Kano, which raised $1.5m, Sam Labs, which was still running at the time and ended up raising around £125k, and a couple of other campaigns too.
I was most interested in Sam Labs and Kano though. They both talked a lot about the preparation they'd put into their campaigns up front, how much they'd researched press contacts and social media influencers well in advance of starting the campaign. They both also talked about pre-funding campaigns and making sure that people were prep'd to come in from the moment the campaign launches.
Lastly, there was some good stuff about how to structure a campaign. That most campaigns succeed at around 5-7 reward tiers and runs for 30 days. This might sound sort of obvious, but it all makes good sense.
There's a science to crowdfunding, and probably an art too, but the more information you can get about how to run your campaign, about what works and what doesn't, the better. As such, these kind of events are excellent and help to provide context and very useful information about what works and what doesn't.
If crowdfunding is something you're considering for your product you should consider getting along to some of these soon.
A new app from Tempo Rumbato, Historic Harpsichords - Ruckers 1628 (video)
An unusual app to come from the maker of NLog, but it looks amazing and I'm sure it'll sound amazing too.
Video description:
"Historic Harpsichords - Ruckers 1628 is a superbly-sampled recreation of one of the greatest and most valuable harpsichords of all time!
Flemish instrument-building family Ruckers need little in the way of introduction to those in the know; suffice to say, their highly-valued (and valuable) historic harpsichords are akin to Stradivarius violins built by the Stradivari family.
You could even say that the harpsichord was the ‘synthesizer’ of its time, without which influential early musical stylings such as baroque and renaissance would never have emerged."
Latest issue of Film and Game Composer is now online
With a write up on Different Drummer plus lots of other good stuff too. Go take a look here.