Roland TR-09 Rhythm Composer
Zoom Q2n Handy Video Recorder
Rob Papen eXplorer4 Software Bundle
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Roland TR-09 Rhythm Composer
Roland has released the TR-09 Rhythm Composer , a modernized revamp of the TR-909 drum machine that recreates the original ’ s hybrid sound in a compact and affordable format .
The TR-09 features a 16-step TR-REC programming style and Step or Tap write modes . It lets musicians fine-tune parameters and switch modes without interrupting their beats and is designed for easy connectivity to external gear , with a choice of MIDI , USB , and trigger ports giving control over vintage analog synths , modular gear , and DAWs .
The original TR-909 blended analog kick , snare , and tom drums with six-bit samples for the hi-hats and cymbals . To accurately recreate this sound while retaining the ability to edit and tweak the various parameters , Roland used its Analog Circuit Behavior ( ACB ) technology , which is also found in the Aira series .
For more information , contact Roland Canada : 604-270- 6626 , FAX 877-270-6552 , www . roland . ca .
Zoom Q2n Handy Video Recorder
Zoom North America has launched the Q2n Handy Video Recorder , a portable camera that gives musicians the ability to create HD videos with pro-quality audio . Ideal for capturing live performances and rehearsal sessions , the Q2n is equipped with a built-in X / Y microphone , 160-degree wide-angle lens , and intuitive controls in a compact form factor .
The Q2n offers detail and clarity at resolutions up to 24-bit / 96 kHz . For distortion-free recording , the built-in X / Y microphones can handle high sound pressure levels ( up to 120dB SPL ) so musicians can record on stage alongside amps and drums .
The Q2n has 10 ‘ Scene ’ presets that automatically adjust for different lighting conditions . The 160-degree wide-angle lens captures video with a bright f / 2.0 aperture that is ideal in lowlight settings like dimly lit venues . The camera also captures video in 720p or 1080p HD resolution with the same 24 and 30 fps frame rates used in film .
For more information , contact Intellimix : 514-457-9663 , FAX 514-457-0575 , salesinfo @ intellimix . com , www . intellimix . com
Rob Papen eXplorer4 Software Bundle
Rob Papen Soundware has released eXplorer4 , the fourth incarnation of the software package that combines all of its virtual synths and effects plug-ins , including its simultaneouslyreleased latest product , the Predator2 soft synth reboot .
The eXplorer4 bundle features 15 Rob Papen products . These include the Blade soft synth ; the BLUE-II ; the Crossfusion Synthesis soft synth ; Predator2 and its Predator predecessor together with the PredatorFX filter , modulation , vocoder , and effects plug-in ; the Punch virtual drum synth ; Punch-BD bass drum module ; the RG electric and acoustic guitar groove virtual instrument with sequencer and synth effects ; the RP-AMOD effects plug-in that uses modulators to alter audio in different ways with classic effects ; the RP-Delay effects plug-in ; and others .
For more information , go to www . robpapen . com .
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