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IK Multimedia MixBox Virtual Rack Plug-In
IK Multimedia has released MixBox , a 500 series-style virtual rack plug-in for Mac and PC . It ’ s designed to give musicians , producers , and engineers a wide array of effects in one “ rack ” to mix faster and more efficiently while enjoying professional sound quality and a convenient workflow .
MixBox includes 70 studio processors and creative effects derived from IK ’ s T-RackS mixing and mastering workstation , AmpliTube guitar and bass tone studio , and SampleTank sound and groove workstation , as well as four new reverb algorithms . It puts these processors into a convenient and intuitive channel strip layout that can be used as a plug-in for any DAW or in standalone mode . Beginners will benefit from having high-quality effects and 600-plus presets , while advanced users can speed up their workflow by using the customizable format to save and recall full custom effects chains instantly . Users can create and save their own custom channel strips in an eight-slot “ rack ” that can be used in all major DAWs .
With drag-and-drop routing and a range of advanced controls , users can assemble complex , professional processor chains quickly . In stand-alone mode , users can create up to eight racks of eight processors each for a highly optimized mixing environment .
For more information , contact Hal Leonard : 414-774-3630 , sales @ halleonard . com , www . halleonard . com .
iZotope Neoverb Reverb Plug-In
iZotope has released Neoverb , a reverb plug-in that combines the company ’ s Exponential Audio technology with an intuitive , AI-powered workflow to help music producers and mix engineers quickly find the right space for vocals and instruments .
Neoverb ’ s Reverb Assistant feature lets users get to a starting point quicker in real-time and can also combine three different reverb engines at once , either through the Assistant or with an intuitive Blend Pad interface . Other highlights include Intelligent Pre and Post EQs that make suggestions to shape and tame reverb in the mix . With the Blend Pad feature , users can visualize and mix three different types of reverbs at once to create a unique reverb tail that fits their track . The EQ Section helps clean the input signal to keep a reverb tail from overwhelming a mix . The Advanced Panel allows users to dive as deep as they need to find the exact vibe they are looking for , while Advanced Controls set by Reverb Assistant can be saved as unique presets for later use .
For more information , contact Hal Leonard : 414-774-3630 , sales @ halleonard . com , www . halleonard . com .
PRS SE Tonare Parlor Acoustics
PRS Guitars has introduced its first parlor acoustic guitars . Building on its SE acoustic lineup , the SE Tonare Parlor Acoustics are available in several colours and are offered both with and without electronics .
The PRS SE P20 and P20E are parlor-sized acoustics featuring PRS hybrid “ X ”/ classical bracing , which allows the top to freely vibrate , and all-mahogany construction . The acoustics are designed to project with bold , even tone and boast an organic , warm voice .
The SE Tonare Parlor acoustics are professional-grade guitars , featuring a Fishman GT1 pickup system with an under-saddle pickup , soundhole-mounted preamp , and easy-to-access volume and tone controls .
For more information , contact PRS Guitars : 418-558-8011 , clangevin @ prsguitars . com , www . prsguitars . com .
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