2011
11/17
NanoStudio For iPad
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NanoStudio For iPad

NanoStudio is a recording studio for iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. It has virtual analogue synths, sample trigger pads, a comprehensive sequencer, a sample editor, a mixer and multiple effects all integrated into a single application.

Record your ideas in real time, mix synth layers with samples, compose and arrange your tune using the powerful sequencer and bring the mix alive with effects such as reverb, compression and EQ. Share your tune on SoundCloud from wherever you are or use the comprehensive audio mixdown options and MIDI export feature to get your ideas over to your desktop DAW when you get back home.

NanoStudio’s intuitive user interface frees you to get creative yet has loads of depth for when you need it. To try it out head on over to our website where you can download the OS X and Windows versions for free.

What’s New in Version 1.33

* Retina display support for new iPad
* Eden sample page supports note slicing, so samples can be sliced across the keyboard in up to 64 slices
* Files can be emailed from within NanoStudio
* .nsp, .wav and .mid files are now associated so they can be opened with NanoStudio from other apps
* .nsp files are associated so they can now be opened with NanoStudio by double-clicking (OS X/Windows)
* Computer keyboard support for typing file names, playing keys/pads and basic sequencer operation (OS X/Windows)
* NanoStudio for OS X is now available via the Mac app store

Free Dubstep drum samples for NanoStudio here https://ipadloops.com/free-dubstep-drum-samples-for-nanostudio/
Free Electro House drum samples for NanoStudio here https://ipadloops.com/free-electro-house-drum-kits-for-nanostudio/

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INSTRUMENTS

Up to 6 simultaneous instruments (including mixer) or upgrade with the ’16 Instrument Tracks’ in-app purchase, particularly recommended for newer devices.

‘Eden’, a powerful 16 voice subtractive synth with dual oscillators, 2 pole resonant filter, 3 envelope generators and 4 LFO’s per voice and 2 dedicated insert effects. Eden’s virtual patchbay lets you hook up almost anything for modulation mayhem.

The ‘TRG-16’, a performance pad for triggering samples. Adjust pitch, pan, volume and envelopes and assign each sample to one of the 3 output busses, each with its own effect sends and filter setup.

SAMPLING

Record samples with the built-in mic (iPod Touch requires external mic), resample NanoStudio’s own output or upload your own samples using NanoSync for OS X/Windows. Edit your samples using NanoStudio’s built-in wave editing tools (with multiple undo/redo) and process them offline with custom effects chains.

SEQUENCER

Record performances in real-time using the keys and trigger pads or create patterns and controller sweeps by drawing them in the piano roll editor. Arrange your patterns into a complete song using the track editor. You can edit while the song is playing and every operation has multiple undo/redo.

MASTERING

Nanostudio’s mixer has 2 global effects sends, 4 insert effects per channel and you can record, edit and playback all your fader and pan changes. When you’re ready to share your mix with others you can upload it direct to SoundCloud or use NanoSync to copy the exported .wav file to your Mac/PC.

EFFECTS

NanoStudio’s reverb, compressor, parametric EQ, waveshaper, delay, chorus, and bitcrusher effects are all highly optimized so you can run lots of them.

FEATURE SHORTLIST

* 6 simultaneous instruments, up to 16 with in-app purchase
* MIDI input with the Line 6 MIDI Mobilizer, Akai SynthStation 25 and Core MIDI
* Audio copy/paste for sharing audio with other compatible apps (Sonoma and Intua standards supported)
* Upload your mix directly to SoundCloud
* Eden synth (also plays samples) – single or dual keyboards, XY controllers, pitch bend and accelerometer control
* TRG-16 sample trigger pads
* Sequencer with up to 64 tracks and a piano roll editor for note, velocity and controller events, all with undo/redo
* Mixer with 4 inserts per channel, 2 global send busses and volume/pan automation on every channel
* Sampling and resampling, sample editor and effects processor with undo/redo
* Transfer samples, final mixes and individual track mixdowns to your Mac/PC using NanoSync
* Built in help

NanoStudio is available for $14.99

2011
11/16
SoundPrism Pro Controlling A Nord Lead 3
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SoundPrism Pro Controlling A Nord Lead 3

The following demonstration shows the making of a Trance loop using an iPad app called SoundPrism Pro to control a Nord Lead 3 via midi connection.



Download the audio performance loop of from this video at
https://ipadloops.com/freee-loops/soundprism-nord-trance-pad.zip

SoundPrism Pro is a MIDI Controller for iOS based on the popular SoundPrism App for iPad and iPhone. SoundPrism Pro supports Core MIDI via a wireless connection or USB via the Camera Connection Kit made by Apple (USB is iPad only).

SoundPrism Pro is available for $15.99

2011
11/14
Looptastic Producer For iPhone
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Looptastic Producer For iPhone

Create non-stop mixes and new music tracks on your iPhone and iPod touch. Use it as a live remix and loop-based performance tool. Great for adding spice to a DJ set or to pull out at your next party. Looptastic always keeps grooving while you drag-and-drop loops, mix instruments, perform filter sweeps and stutter edits. Export your performance as an audio file or share it via SoundCloud. Includes 380 loops in major dance styles plus you can import your own. It’s a party in your pocket!

Looptastic Producer was featured in the What’s Hot section of the App Store.

“Looptastic Producer offers elite producers the most bang for their buck.” Wired.com, “Best Ways to Produce Music on an iPhone”

“You’ll be mixing like a pro.” FoxNews

“A cool and intuitive remixing environment” Electronic Musician

“What an amazing app. The tempo / stretch control is completely seamless. This app has gone from strength to strength and I hope it keeps on going.” Palm Sounds

“Its so easy to perform different mixes in real time that saying it is smooth is a total understatement. A real winner! Good work guys!!” KeyWiz

“Deep [yet] easy to use.” AppCraver.com

See Looptastic in action. Check out the videos and audio clips at www.soundtrends.com. Or download the FREE version, Looptastic Gold to get a little taste of what Looptastic can do!

Features
• Now includes 380 loops packaged as remixable Loop Sets spanning Electro, Trance, Hip-Hop, Dubstep, Ambient, Breakbeat, Drum ’n’ Bass, Minimal, Progressive House and Reggaeton styles. NOTE: Requires that you download Loop Sets from the Loop Store at no charge.
• Loop Sets include drum beats, basses, synths and other crucial remix elements. Mix and match sets to fuel a new mix!
• NEW – Record your own loops with the iPhone microphone. NOTE: Recording does not work for iPhone 2G (2nd Generation) models.
• Load up to four minutes of CD-quality loops per set.
• Automatic beat synchronization makes loops of different tempos play in sync! The pitch stays the same–only the BPM changes.
• Manipulate the sound with any of 9 effects, including Filters, Delay, Repeater, Bit Crusher, Flanger and more.
• Stutter Loop effect for cool Glitch effects!
• Perform and layer effects using the XY touch Controller.
• Record your own DJ style mix/remixer performance (including effects) as a new track.
• Multitouch volume control with three mix zones and DJ style crossfader.
• Import your own loops in AIFF, WAV, or OGG format using a iTunes Shared Documents or a web/browser interface and Wi-Fi connection.
• Export your mix to Mac or PC via WiFi as a CD quality track.
• Share your mix with the world via your SoundCloud account.
• Use AudioCopy/AudioPaste with other mobile apps like Sonoma Wire Works’ InstantDrummer and others.
• Play up to 20 loops at the same time.
• One Shot mode plays samples without time-stretching — ideal for trigging samples on top of your tracks..
• Manually trigger loops using a waveform display and use the innovative Scratch Strip for DJ effects.
• Sync tempo/BPM wirelessly with other iOS apps on multiple iOS devices and/or a Mac running MIDI music apps like Live with NEW Core MIDI support.

Looptastic Producer is available for $9.99

2011
11/13
Chiptune App Roundup
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megaman

Here is a list of some really great apps for producing Chiptune music. Let us know if you can think of some more!

Nanoloop for iPhone combines sequencer, synthesizer and sampler in one package. It provides all functions for creating electronic music from scratch. https://ipadloops.com/gameboy-nanoloop-for-iphone/

MicroSynth is exactly that, a tiny synth based on a wonderful Micro Computer which is now on the verge of being 30 years old! All of the sounds you hear are actual samples taken from a real Micro and all of the sounds were programmed by Pixelh8. I hope you you enjoy making music with this MicroSynth. https://ipadloops.com/free-bbc-micro-computer-synth-app-for-iphone/

NESynth By newforestar co,.ltd NESynth is a synthesizer that simulated 8 bit sound of video games in the 80′s. https://ipadloops.com/8-bit-chiptune-for-iphone/

8Bit Studio – the only circuit bent 8bit SID synth for your iphone! Customize your patterns using the built in step sequencer or play live on the retractable keyboard then bend and distort the sound using the touch contacts! https://ipadloops.com/8-bit-chiptune-studio-for-iphone/

Bleep – Chiptune drum app for iPhone. Draw 16 steps of pitch and wavetable modulation to create chip-tune sounds and effects, then sequence them to make retro video game like beats https://ipadloops.com/bleep-chiptune-drum-app-for-iphone/

SidTracker64

SidTracker64 is the ultimate chiptune production package tool for the iPad. It emulates the SID sound chip from the dominating home computer of the 80s – The Commodore 64.

Get started immediately with the bundled songs and sounds in various styles, from old skool bleeps n blips to new school with multi speed and advanced table editing. Explore, remix and make new songs based on the old classic c64 game tracks “Commando” by Rob Hubbard or “Blood Money” by Fredrik Segerfalk, and the brand new youtube remix hit of the “True Survivor” Kung Fury soundtrack, all included in the app.

SidTracker64 is a retro-style music creation tool and synthesizer combined with modern features such as midi keyboard and controller input, Audiobus 2 and Inter App Audio for recording in your favourite DAW-app. Midi clock in lets you sync to other apps and hardware drum machines and synthesizers, such as the Elektron Analog Four.

SidTracker 64 can be used for live looping, making complete songs, and the minimum latency makes it suitable for live use. Export your music to Dropbox and e-mail as audio or .sid and even .prg files which you can run on a real Commodore 64.

Editing is based on hands on touch interaction or midi input instead of the hardcore style of direct data editing. Record live to a metronome or input notes step-style. Real SID-composing has never been simpler and more fun.

SID synthesizer engine specs:
· Fully emulated SID 8580 R5 chip.
· 3 separate voices
· 8 waveforms – tri, saw, pulse with pwm, noise, trisaw, tripulse, sawpulse, nowave
· Wavetable editing
· 3 volume envelopes
· Dedicated vibrato controls
· 1 multimode filter LP/BP/HP (12/6/12db) with sweep envelope
· Filter table editing. Change filter cutoff and modes up to 1/240
· Hard sync and Ringmod per voice
· PWM sweep envelop
· PWM table editing
· Hard restart
· Variable emulation speed from 25-240hz (standard 50)
· 32 instruments per song (copy/paste/rename)

Tracker (sequencer):
· 3 voice patterns
· Mute voices on/off
· Change instrument per step
· FX pattern – change volume/filter/speed per step
· Loop pattern
· Song building
· Live or step recording
· Metronome / count in
· Follow mode
· Note effects (Glide/sustain/vibrato/filter & pulse reset/tie)
· Song mode with transpose

Midi:
· Keyboard input 1-3 voices (mono, duo and polyphonic)
· CC-assignable synth parameteras
· Modulation wheel vibrato
· Pitch bend
· Midi Clock in
· Selectable input channel

Export:
· .s64 – native SidTracker 64 file
· .m4a – audio
· .sid – for use in sidplayer
· .prg – exports play data for a real Commodore 64

SidTracker64 is available for $12.99

2011
11/12
Mobile In and Mobile Pod Guitar Interface
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Line 6 Mobile In Guitar Interface

The Mobile In digital input interface features pro-quality audio specs for guitar tones that are exceptionally rich and clear. It supports up to 24-bit/48 kHz digital audio and its guitar input features 110 dB dynamic range. Use Mobile In with your other CoreAudio guitar apps and hear how much better they sound!
Use Mobile In with GarageBand® for iPad® and other CoreAudio apps.

Mobile In is the perfect guitar interface for GarageBand® for iPad®. Recording guitar tracks with Mobile In means every take is a keeper, not a “scratch track” – you won’t have to record them over again to get better sound. Transfer tracks recorded with Mobile In straight to your DAW and keep the music going.

Mobile In™ interface specs

1/8-inch guitar input (110 dB dynamic range)
1/8-inch stereo line input (98 dB dynamic range)
Up to 24-bit/48 kHz digital audio support
Connects to the 30-pin digital connector in compatible Apple® devices
Compatible with Apple® iPhone® 4, iPad® 2 and iPad®
No batteries required – powered by the Apple® device
Includes high-quality 6-foot guitar cable with 1/8-inch and 1/4-inch ends
Constructed of black heavy-duty polycarbonate

Mobile POD® app specs

64 fully adjustable models based on celebrated vintage and modern gear (32 guitar amplifiers, 16 stompbox and rack effects, and 16 guitar cabinets)
Includes over 10,000 presets – right on your Apple® device – all free!
Save your own presets
Built-in tuner
Jam along with your iTunes® library
Free on the App StoreSM (Mobile In required for full functionality)

Mobile app is free but requires Mobile In interface. Get the mobile in at zZounds for $79.99 here
http://www.zzounds.com/a–993304/item–LINMOBILEIN

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