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Hartke bass amp incorporates hybrid paper/aluminum cones

September 21, 2017 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

In an attempt to make their new bass amp more powerful and lighter Hartke has just unveiled their new HD500 Bass Combo featuring patented speakers whose driver’s cones are crafted from a unique blend of half paper, half aluminum.

The new model boasts a serious 500-watt Class D amplifier (500 watts peak / 250 watts RMS) along with a pair of 10-inch Hartke patented HyDrive drivers with the new cones that the company says produces both an exceptional blend of warmth and attack that can’t be attained simply by using traditional all-paper cones.

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Introducing iRig Keys I/O IK Multimedia all-in-one music production station that goes anywhere

August 24, 2017 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

IK Multimedia is proud to introduce iRig Keys I/O, the new breakthrough keyboard controller range featuring a built-in audio interface. It will be available in October 2017 and is now open for pre-order. The only keyboard controllers with 25 or 49 full-size keys to integrate a professional high-definition audio interface, iRig Keys I/O features 24-bit audio up to 96kHz sampling rate, a combo input jack for line, instrument or mic input with phantom power, balanced stereo output and high quality 1/8″ headphone output ideal for use with the latest Apple® devices like the iPhone® 7. iRig Keys I/O also includes all the controls users would expect from a premium keyboard, including velocity sensitive multicolored pads and programmable touch-sensitive sliders, buttons and knobs in an ultra-portable package that includes everything needed to create complete music productions and is unmatched for speed and simplicity to connect and set up.

IK Multimedia teaser…all-in-one music production..what is it?

August 16, 2017 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

IK Multimedia’s is telling everyone they’re coming out with a whole new meaning of plug and play with an all-in-one music production station that goes anywhere you want.

What exactly it is we won’t find out until August 24, 2017. #ikmultimedia @ikmultimedia #musicproduction

What do you think it is?

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IK Multimedia ARC System 2.5 with new MEMS mic now shipping

August 6, 2017 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

IK Multimedia has just announced that ARC System 2.5 with MEMS microphone is now available for shipping. Version 2.5 of the Advanced Room Correction System combines a new highly accurate MEMS measurement microphone, measurement software together with an audio correction plug-in for Mac/PC DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) and employs Audyssey MultEQ XT32 patented technology to greatly improve the audio monitoring accuracy of speakers in any studio or listening room.

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Syntronik – synth powerhouse for Mac/PC now shipping

July 20, 2017 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

IK Multimedia has announced that Syntronik, the legendary synth powerhouse for Mac and PC, is now shipping.

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Review: iRig Pro I/O compact mobile audio/MIDI interface

July 8, 2017 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

If you’re a mobile musician or just like to keep things on the ultra-compact side and require the use of a pocket-sized Audio/MIDI interface, then you might want to have a look at the iRig Pro I/O, the latest offering from IK Multimedia.

Those unfamiliar with the iRig interface; it’s a studio quality audio/MIDI interface that can be used with a number of instruments including the guitar, bass or MIDI keyboard. And maybe a surprise to some is that the iRig Pro I/O can also be used with a studio condenser microphone as the unit can supply 48V phantom power right to the XLR jack by simply switching it on. Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog.

Filed Under: accessories, Canoe Technology, GadgetGreg, Hands On, New Product, Product review, sound · Tagged With: accessories, Audio, MIDI, music, New product, product review

iRig Pro I/O advanced mobile Audio/MIDI interface now shipping

June 29, 2017 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

IK Multimedia today announced that iRig Pro I/O, the pocket-sized mobile audio/MIDI interface for iPhone, iPad, Mac, PC and Android devices is now shipping worldwide.   iRig Pro I/O, the successor to IK’s highly popular iRig PRO, raises the bar for personal mobile interfaces, with a new set of features and included software and apps that are unmatched in the category. iRig Pro I/O is an ultra-compact, plug-and-play, truly portable interface that lets musicians hook up all their gear – guitars, basses, studio mics, vocal mics, keyboards and more – to their mobile devices or computers and record 24-bit/96kHz pro-quality audio and MIDI tracks anywhere. iRig Pro I/O features a high quality 1/8″ headphone/line out with level control for use with the latest Apple devices like the iPhone 7 to connect to headphones, mixers or powered monitor speakers in an ultra-compact enclosure that fits in a pocket and can be taken anywhere. Additionally, iRig Pro I/O is the first interface of its kind that includes built-in device charging for extended playing sessions, using an optional power supply.
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Give dad the gift of sound this Father’s Day

June 17, 2017 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

EDMONTON, Alta. Jun 16, 2017/ Troy Media/ – Every Dad is different and similarly every Dad likes to enjoy his music in different ways. So here are a few gift ideas for Dad so he can listen to his tunes, podcasts or simply news, any way he likes. Read the full post and find about three cool gifts for sound at Troy Media.

Filed Under: accessories, Audio, GadgetGreg, Gift Ideas, New Product, Product review, Troy Media · Tagged With: Audio, bluetooth, father's Day, gift ideas, new products, speakers

IK Multimedia announces Syntronik legendary synth powerhouse- Mac/PC

May 25, 2017 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

IK Multimedia is introducing Syntronik, the new cutting-edge virtual synthesizer for Mac/PC, which will be available in July 2017 and is now open for pre-order. Syntronik raises the bar in virtual instrument technology, sound quality and flexibility thanks to a brand new combination of the most advanced sampling techniques with a new hybrid sample and modeling synthesis engine, an arsenal of high-quality modeled effects and innovative instrument features that provide players and producers with the ultimate and best-sounding collection of vintage synthesizers to date.

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New IK Multimedia Fulltone guitar & bass effects collection for AmpliTube

March 16, 2017 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

IK Multimedia has just unveiled the new Fulltone Collection for AmpliTube for Mac/PC, which offers guitarists and all musicians an essential palette of sounds that span from classic to contemporary tones.

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