Canadian Musician - January / February 2020 | Page 73

Acoustica Mixcraft 9 Recording Software Acoustica has released version nine of Mixcraft, its flagship music recording software, which comes in two versions: Recording Studio and Pro Studio. It features a slicker, more modern interface and new, more powerful effects, instruments, and other features. In Mixcraft 9’s updated interface, the transport and details panels are all individually undockable and can be placed anywhere on the desktop. The new effects from Tone- Boosters include improved reverb, flexible multi-effects, parametric equalizer, com- pressors and limiters, a de-esser, and more. As well, automation has been enhanced in Mixcraft 9 as, in addition to curved automation, Acoustica added pitch automation to every audio clip and a master tempo envelope for smooth tempo ramps. All effect and virtual instrument parameters are now controllable by tempo-synced LFOs for musical and rhythmic effects. In the upgraded mixer, the new Gain, Preamp, Compressor, Parametric Equalizer, Spectrum Analyzer, and Oscilloscope mixer panels add utility to the mixing environment. The new Vocoder effect is an 11-band analog-style vocoder based on classic hardware. For more information, contact Hal Leonard: 414-774-3630, [email protected], www.halleonard.com. D’Addario Custom Series Flat Patch Cables D’Addario Accessories has released the Custom Series Flat Patch Cables, which are meant to optimize pedalboard space by allowing musicians to place pedals closer together while accurately transfer- ring all the subtle details of their playing. The cables feature an oxygen-free coaxial copper conductor with two layers of noise-rejecting shielding, formu- lated for extremely low capacitance and handling noise. The lower cable capaci- tance allows the instrument’s character to be transmitted with full transparency. The Flat Patch Cable plugs feature the patented Geo-Tip, ensuring a secure connection in any instrument, pedal, or amplifier. Additionally, encapsulated soldering points and molded strain relief combine to deliver a long-lasting, high-performance patch cable. They are available in a variety of lengths and configurations. For more information, contact D’Addario Canada: 800-268-6855, [email protected], www.daddariocanada.com. CANADIAN MUSICIAN 73