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The Museum of Renaissance Music: A History in 100 Exhibits PDF

By | June 24, 2023
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The Museum of Renaissance Music: A History in 100 Exhibits

The Museum of Renaissance Music: A History in 100 Exhibits PDF

This book collates 100 exhibits with accompanying essays as an imaginary museum dedicated to the musical cultures of Renaissance Europe, at home and in its global horizons. It is a history through artefacts – materials, tools, instruments, art objects, images, texts, and spaces – and their witness to the priorities and activities of people in the past as they addressed their world through music.

The result is a history by collage, revealing overlapping musical practices and meanings – not only those of the elite, but reflecting the everyday cacophony of a diverse culture and its musics. Through the lens of its exhibits, this museum surveys music’s central role in culture and lived experience in fifteenth- and sixteenth-century Europe, offering interest and insights well beyond the strictly musicological field.

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Arturia Rotary CLS-222 v1.0.0 [WIN]

By | June 24, 2023
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Arturia Rotary CLS-222

Arturia Rotary CLS-222 v1.0.0 [WIN]

Rotary CLS-222 reimagines the classic Dynacord® rotary speaker emulator as a creative plugin that goes from silky smooth stereo swirls to spinning synchronized patterns – enhancing your sound with extra width, momentum, and analog character in seconds.

Send your sound spinning
Bring your sound full circle with the instantly recognizable sound of the rotary effect; discover the iconic spinning character heard on countless records, or explore the wilder side of stereo movement with bonus creative features. What goes around…

Try it out
Get hands-on with Rotary CLS-222’s essential controls to hear how it works in real-time – and to experience what it can do for your sound.

A closer look
Discover Rotary CLS-222’s main controls for rapid stereo results, or head to the Advanced panel to get adventurous with deeper creative control.

Sound in orbit
The classic sound of an organ revving up or a guitar solo spinning around your head – propelled into the 21st Century and beyond.

The stop-start rotary sound is one of the most unique and recognizable forms of modulation – and now it’s yours to explore. Hear it in action below and get a taste of what it can do for your projects. Essential & authentic rotary configurations; contemporary & abstract settings to get your sound moving; Rotary CLS-222 comes loaded with a preset library full of mix-ready sounds to suit your style of production.

Vive larévolution
Most creative effects that we use today started life as physical manipulations of recording equipment.
Delay was sound recorded to tape and played back at varied intervals; flanger was two reels playing the same recording, with one reel being subtly pressed to slow it down; the rotary effect consisted of motorized speaker drivers, spun on an axis and recorded with static microphones.

Inevitably, these heavy, unpredictable mechanisms moved aside for more practical solutions. In the case of the Leslie rotary speaker effect, that practical solution was the Dynacord® CLS-222.

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Folamour: Groove is the Key [MULTIFORMAT]

By | June 24, 2023
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Folamour: Groove is the Key [MULTIFORMAT]

Folamour: Groove is the Key [MULTIFORMAT]

‘Folamour: Groove is the Key’ by Loopmasters presents this outstanding product! This collection is packed full of all the fundamental parts of Folamour’s world-beating sound, 100% Royalty-Free.

Folamour’s musical background is diverse and accomplished. Formally trained on drums, bass, guitar and percussion, he has worked with Lyon s National Orchestra and been involved with projects that range from Pop to Jazz. As a result, his music is always infused with rich musicianship that makes his output romantic, poetic and emotionally lasting. His masterfully orchestrated tracks work in many different situations and have come on a fine array of labels from All City to Classic and Church to Glitterbox, as well as his own hotly-tipped FHUO Records. An artist who draws on the core values of Classic House, Funk and Disco artists while adding his own distinctive flair, Folamour came back in 2019 with his new album “Ordinary Drugs”, following Umami in 2017, and is another impossibly blissed-out affair for the soul that comes with a backstory from the artist himself.

‘Groove is the Key’ sticks very much to the mood set by the title, with beautifully rhythmic and beat-heavy vibes throughout. Drums within have been produced with certain snappy transience that will cut through any mixdown with ease, whilst beautiful synth work has been laid down aplenty to kickstart melodic ideas. Head-nodding percussion pairs perfectly with the deep bassline work within, keeping you set up for pure addictive dancefloor action. You can cover your mixes with the expansive SFX included for that final touch of professionalism.

Loops within play between 80 to 130 BPM, giving you scope for House, Disco, Techno, Hip-Hop, Downtempo, Neo-Soul and many other genres!

In detail, expect to find 277 MB of content, with all audio recorded at 24-Bit and 44.1kHz. There are 39 synth loops, 28 full drum loops, 25 top drum loops, 22 synth bass loops, 10 FX loops, 10 percussion loops, 8 electric bass loops and 1 guitar loop. One-shots are 44 drum hits, 28 percussion hits, 20 instrument hits, 14 bass hits, 5 FX, 5 synth multis, 4 bass multis and 1 vocal hit. You’ll also find 56 soft sampler patches for Kontakt, EXS24 Sampler, NNXT and SFZ and 70 MIDI files.

Product Details:

  •  39 Synth Loops
  •  28 Full Drum Loops
  •  25 Top Drum Loops
  •  22 Synth Bass Loops
  •  10 FX Loops
  •  10 Percussion Loops
  •  8 Electric Bass Loops
  •  1 Guitar Loop
  •  44 Drum Hits
  •  28 Percussion Hits
  •  20 Instrument Hits
  •  14 Bass Hits
  •  5 FX
  •  5 Synth Multis
  •  4 Bass Multis
  •  1 Vocal Hit
  •  56 Soft Sampler Patches
  •  70 MIDI Files
  •  44.1kHz/24-Bit
  •  100% Royalty-Free

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yhellø Broken WAV

By | June 24, 2023
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yhellø Broken WAV

yhellø Broken WAV

5 high quality samples created using my electric guitar. Each sample, meticulously mixed and processed, is perfect for starting the arrangement of a song of any genre. If you have no inspiration, you have found the right pack!

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Beat MPC Expansion ZA2600 XPN

By | June 24, 2023
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Beat MPC Expansion ZA2600 XPN

Beat MPC Expansion ZA2600 XPN

MPC Expansion: ZA2600 – 65 finest ARP2600 patches
Often called the holy grail of synths… and rightly so, as hardly any other synthesizer radiates so much “must have” as the ARP 2600. Built by ARP Instruments and one of the most cloned synthesizers at the moment, next to the 303. We save you the cost and present a whopping 65 exquisite patches that not only capture the analog character of the original, but are also prepared for use in your current productions. Have fun!

Product details:

  • 65 keygroup programs
  • Audio previews
  • Compatible with Akai standalone models MPC One, X, Live, Live mkII, Force, as well as Touch, Renaissance, MPC Beats and Software

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Fallout Music Group Steampunk KONTAKT

By | June 24, 2023
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Fallout Music Group Steampunk KONTAKT

Fallout Music Group Steampunk KONTAKT

We are proud to present the next release in our Artist Series instruments – Steampunk – featuring the sound design of our own Kyle Kniceley. The artist series instruments will each highlight one of our composer/sound designers, where they will create most or all of the samples on their own.

Created entirely from raw, organic recordings, Steampunk offers something truly unique for your compositions of all genres. Clocks, cranks, levers, metals, steam, engines, machines, ticks, clicks, create hits and patterns that are not only unique, but simple to manipulate and put into your own tracks.

Includes 2 different Kontakt instruments:

PATTERNS

Provides you with a 16 step sequencer where each step can be loaded with a different sample from one of 5 categories (and nearly 350 distinct samples) of sounds: Clicky, Mechanized, Watery, Tonal, and Metals. Each step can have volume, panning, length and tuning adjustments, making for infinite possibilities, and direct syncing to various time signatures in your DAW.

  • Thousands of unique pattern combinations and patterns readily available and simple to generate
  • 16 step sequencer with control to change the active number of steps
  • Prebuilt pattern menu with many custom patterns ready to give you a jump start
  • Unique organic sources
  • Randomization options at the instrument level, allowing you to randomize all 16 sources with all categories of sounds or limited to certain combinations of sounds
  • Keyboard mapped to use one key to play the pattern automatically and another 16 keys to allow you to play your own pattern manually as a kit with the 16 loaded sample steps
  • Per-step source selection, randomize, volume, mute and panning controls
  • Per-step pitch shifting to allow up to +3/-3 octaves(adjusted in semi-tones)
  • Global FX, including distortion, delay (temp-sync optional), and a reverb with optional reverse option for some unexpected and unique combinations
  • All sources recorded at 24bit, 48k quality

HITS

Provides you with 80 different whoosh effects, all made from organic recordings and nearly 350 different one-shot samples combined in our 3-layer engine to generate hits and FX. Play the hit by itself or play any of the whooshes which are programmed to play the hit automatically at the end of the whoosh. Create endless combinations of hits from subtle to absolutely slamming.

  • Thousands and thousands of unique combinations available via our 3 layer engine, allowing you to create truly unique hits and sounds for your compositions
  • Per-layer ADSR controls
  • Per-layer high / low pass filter controls
  • Per-layer pitch shifting to allow up to +3/-3 octaves(adjusted in semi-tones)
  • Per-layer source selection and randomization
  • Per-layer solo, mute, volume and panning controls
  • Volume, high / low pass filter and pitch shifting +2/-2 octaves (adjusted in semi-tones) for the whoosh layer
  • Instrument level randomizer to randomize sources for all 3 layers, giving you instant inspiration and creative freedom
  • Keyboard mapped to play the engineered hit on C3 and each whoosh followed by the engineered hit on all other keys from C0 to G# 6
  • Global FX, including saturation, distortion, delay (temp-sync optional), and a reverb
  • All sources recorded at 24bit, 48k quality

Full version of Kontakt 5.8+ Required.

Requires only 425 MB Disk Space

All samples also provided as WAV files in 24bit/48k quality.

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The Crate League Reels Vol.2 (Compositions & Stems) [WAV]

By | June 24, 2023
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The Crate League Reels Vol.2 (Compositions & Stems) [WAV]

The Crate League Reels Vol.2 (Compositions & Stems) [WAV]

The Crate League – Reels 2 is 2nd edition original loop/mini composition pack from producer Audio Anthem and The Crate League Team Within this pack, you will get (10) original dirty soul loops and stems!. Anthem and his team has provided work for Cyhi The Prynce, B.O.B, Yelawolf, Bobby Sessions, and Killer Mike. He has also done ad/sync work for Gary Vaynerchuk, Nike, Under Armor, ESPN and Nylon magazine.

This sample pack is a mix of Soulful dirty loops vibes easy to cook with just drag and drop for instant heat! Included within is a library of 10 original samples with STEMS INCLUDED for more cook up sauce!

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LFO Store Korg Wavestate Rhythmica

By | June 24, 2023
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LFO Store Korg Wavestate Rhythmica

LFO Store Korg Wavestate Rhythmica

We continue our series of experimental preset banks for Wavestate, it’s time for drums and percussion.

By Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of “Organica” for Waldorf Blofeld & “WS Universe” for Korg Wavestation & Anton Sacral Reason author “Stratosphere” for Wavestate.

Wavestate is a powerful synthesizer with great potential and an incredible variety of sounds.

Welcome to the world of rhythmic pulsations!

40 rhythmic performance ready to breathe new colors into your music and inspire creativity.

Cinematic, Electronic, Ambient, Dance, create new music worlds with Korg Wavestate and “Rhythmica”

Every patch of our soundset is musical & can be immediately used in your tracks & production.

Enjoy and may the music come with you!

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Mycrazything Sounds Afro Tech 18 WAV

By | June 24, 2023
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Mycrazything Sounds Afro Tech 18 WAV

Mycrazything Sounds Afro Tech 18 WAV

Afro Tech 18 contains over 500 MB African House Samples. Heavy drums, grooving bass-lines, percussion loops, catchy synth progressions, keys, ethnic Instruments and much more …are all available in abundance, ensuring you’ll have the sounds you need to lay it down in the dance.

Specs:

  • 117 Synth Loops
  • 34 Bass Loops
  • 23 Mallet Loops
  • 20 Drum Loops
  • 20 Guitar Loops
  • 20 Key Loops

Download Contains:

  • 234 WAV Files at 120 bpm
  • Download size: 553 MB (unzipped)
  • Loops sync to BPM 44.1 kHz/24-Bit BPM and Key available

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Ueberschall Bossa Nova Primeiro ELASTIK

By | June 24, 2023
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Ueberschall Bossa Nova Primeiro ELASTIK

Ueberschall Bossa Nova Primeiro ELASTIK

The Authentic Sound Of Brasil
Bossa Nova Primeiro delivers that classic Bossa Nova blend balancing elements of samba rhythms with jazz harmonies. With its syncopated rhythms and unconventional chord progressions, Bossa Nova Primeiro captures the sensual nature of the musical style and is always sophisticated and exotic. Also perfect for Latin Brasil, Jazz, and Lounge.

Smooth And Sensual
Featuring over 5 GB of sample data and nearly 800 individual loops, the ten construction kits contain between two and six musical sections. Individual loops are up to 1 minute in length. Original recording tempos spanning 88 to 162 BPM, although some have a half-time feel to maintain a smooth, laid-back, mood. The content of each of the constructions kits makes it simple to generate full-length musical arrangements with plenty of variety.

Beautifully Recorded Instrumentation
The instrumentation features upright bass (with separate loops for microphone and piezo versions), concert guitar (with nylon string) and piano (with separate loops for both acoustic and electric versions). Solo saxophone provides the main melodic content in many of the parts with some also including flute. As suits the style, the concert guitar parts provide both foundation of the chordal structure and a focus for the rhythm. The acoustic drum performances provide authentic Bossa Nova rhythms with plenty of rimshots. Pre-mixed drum loops are provided, as well as single track loops for kick (in and out), snare (top and bottom), hihat, toms, overheads, two different room mics and congas.

Chord Sheet PDF Included
The musical key is provided for each construction kit but, given the sophisticated jazz-influenced harmonies, some key modulation occurs. Full chord sequences are therefore provided within the included PDF.

Classic Bossa Nova Blend
Bossa Nova Primeiro captures the smooth, sensual and sophisticated nature of Brasil’s most famous musical export. The title is a perfect addition to our existing Brasil Nova Primeiro and Segundo titles. For songwriters, producers, or media composers looking to capture that perfect Bossa Nova influence for their next Latin Brasil, Lounge, Jazz or Chillout project, Bossa Nova Primeiro is the perfect choice.

Production: Yorio da Costa (known from the Brasil Nova Series) and Miro Campos

SOUNDBANK CONTENT:

  • Mixes: 43
  • Backings: 43
  • Drum Loops: 43
  • Bassdrum In: 43
  • Bassdrum Out: 43
  • Snare Top: 42
  • Snare Bottom: 42
  • HiHats: 43
  • Toms: 31
  • Overheads: 43
  • Room Close: 43
  • Room Far: 43
  • Congas: 11
  • Upright Bass Mic: 43
  • Upright Bass Piezo: 43
  • Concert Guitar: 43
  • Acoustic Piano: 43
  • Electric Piano: 43
  • Saxophone: 40
  • Flute: 10
  • Vocals: 1
  • Vinyl Crackles: 4

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Mycrazything Sounds Afro Tech 16 WAV

By | June 24, 2023
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Mycrazything Sounds Afro Tech 16 WAV

Mycrazything Sounds Afro Tech 16 WAV

Afro Tech 16 contains over 500 MB African House Samples. Heavy drums, grooving bass-lines, percussion loops, catchy synth progressions, keys, ethnic Instruments and much more …are all available in abundance, ensuring you’ll have the sounds you need to lay it down in the dance.

Specs:

  • 105 Synth Loops
  • 20 Bass Loops
  • 20 Flute Loops
  • 21 Drum Loops
  • 20 Guitar Loops
  • 20 Percussion Loops
  • 20 Mallet Loops

Download Contains:

  • 226 WAV Files at 120 bpm
  • Download size: 500 MB (unzipped)
  • Loops sync to BPM 44.1 kHz/24-Bit BPM and Key available

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Beat MPC Expansion Voices From The Dark XPN

By | June 23, 2023
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Beat MPC Expansion Voices From The Dark XPN

Beat MPC Expansion Voices From The Dark XPN

MPC Expansion: VOICES FROM THE DARK – 64 dark spheres and whispering voices
Spherical pads, rumbling textures, whispered mantras… our current sound bank is all about atmosphere. Whether you want to give your Techno or Ambient tracks more musical depth with intimate voices and wafting pads, or underline images with intense textures, you will find what you are looking for in the 64 patches. Have fun with Voices From The Dark!

Product details:

  • 64 keygroup programs
  • Audio previews
  • Compatible with Akai standalone models MPC One, X, Live, Live mkII, Force, as well as Touch, Renaissance, MPC Beats and Software

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Groove3 Keyscape & Omnisphere Creative Sound Design TUTORIAL

By | June 23, 2023
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Groove3 Keyscape & Omnisphere Creative Sound Design TUTORIAL

Groove3 Keyscape & Omnisphere Creative Sound Design TUTORIAL

Looking for some inspiration in your next track? Tired of the same old sounds and plug-ins? Well, in these in-depth Keyscape and Omnisphere video tutorials, veteran Groove3 instructor Thomas Cochran shows you lots of creative methods for designing ear-grabbing basses, synths, pads, Rhodes-style keys, and more. You’ll also learn some advanced tips on both virtual instruments while having a lot of fun in the process. These videos are for users with some basic familiarity with Omnisphere and Keyscape.

Thomas begins the course by focusing on creating sounds from scratch, starting with granular keyboard patches within Omnisphere. Discover several ways to transform a simple sample into a dynamic, textured Rhodes- or piano-style sound with loads of character. He then shows you how to fully flesh out the sound with the onboard effects inside Omnisphere. You’ll also learn how to make use of the advanced unison controls to create thick, lush keyboard sounds with the extensive sample library.

Next, explore some further techniques for layering granular samples with synthetic oscillators to create fresh, new bass patches that will certainly turn heads. This is followed by an explanation of how, by using custom oscillators, filters, and routing, to create a Juno 106-style vintage synth patch.

There are many more tips and ideas to follow, including an analog bass emulation, using the Stacks mode for song starters (creating complex key split instruments quickly), sound design with the Stacks mode (melodic soundscapes and pads), tips for preset management, and more!

It’s easy to always fall back on the same old favorite sounds, but this can cause all your tracks to sound a bit the same, which can lead to a rut. This Keyscape and Omnisphere video course will show you many useful techniques for breaking away from this pattern and infusing your productions with new life and mojo. The best part is that the process itself is a lot of fun and rewarding on its own. See the individual video tutorial descriptions for more information and other ways you can employ these concepts in your own songs. New inspiration is just around the corner… Watch “Keyscape & Omnisphere: Creative Sound Design” now!

What You Will Learn:

  • Creating piano- and Rhodes-style patches with the granular synth engine inside Omnisphere
  • Using advanced unison controls to construct lush, thick keys patches
  • Tips for using the Stacks mode creatively, both for melodic and pad elements
  • Fleshing out these created sounds with advanced on-board effects
  • And much more!

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