RouteNote Blog » plugins http://routenote.com/blog The World of Music Licensing and Distribution Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:51:17 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 LMMS – Free Linux Based Studio Editor http://routenote.com/blog/lmms-free-linux-based-studio-editor/ http://routenote.com/blog/lmms-free-linux-based-studio-editor/#comments Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:31:27 +0000 Dashiel http://routenote.com/blog/?p=2453 Linux MultiMedia StudioKVR are forever releaseing neat little bits of software, and for those of you bold enough to be running Linux [I'm considering it, after my XP system got a virus for the second time in 3 months], they’ve released the Linux MultiMedia Studio:

LMMS is a free cross-platform alternative to commercial programs like FL Studio, which allow you to produce music with your computer. This includes the creation of melodies and beats, the synthesis and mixing of sounds, and arranging of samples. You can have fun with your MIDI-keyboard and much more; all in a user-friendly and modern interface.

Features:

  • Song-Editor for composing songs.
  • A Beat+Bassline-Editor for creating beats and basslines.
  • An easy-to-use Piano-Roll for editing patterns and melodies.
  • An FX mixer with 64 FX channels and arbitrary number of effects allow unlimited mixing possibilities.
  • Many powerful instrument and effect-plugins out of the box.
  • Full user-defined track-based automation and computer-controlled automation sources.
  • Compatible with many standards such as SoundFont2, VST(i), LADSPA, GUS Patches and full MIDI support.
  • Import of MIDI and FLP (Fruityloops Project) files.

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    ]]>     http://routenote.com/blog/lmms-free-linux-based-studio-editor/feed/ 2     Plogue release Chipsounds – Old School Console Music Emulator http://routenote.com/blog/plogue-release-chipsounds-old-school-console-music-emulator/ http://routenote.com/blog/plogue-release-chipsounds-old-school-console-music-emulator/#comments Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:11:35 +0000 Dashiel http://routenote.com/blog/?p=1916

    Canadian company Plogue have built an emulator that replicates all the sound chips from first generation consoles from the Game Boy to the Neo Geo – harness the incredible power of the 80′s arcade!

    The plugin reproduces the idiosyncrasies of the most sought-after classic sound chips, including their most well-known variations, as sonically accurate as possible without adding any non-authentic aliasing or DSP artifacts. Whether musicians are already versed into chiptune/chip music or just interested in those sounds, this is one unique instrument for them.

    Research and analysis for this project has been made in house on Plogue’s large collection of cartridges, modified consoles and classic computers and also on the chips themselves using custom made circuit boards and low level 8 bit software code.

    “The most authentic emulation of C64, Nes, Vic20, Gameboy, and Atari 2600 sound chips I’ve ever heard!” -8 Bit Weapon

    “Quite simply put, it beats the s*** out of any other single chip emulation VST currently available.
    chipsounds is a must-have for anyone who’s seriously interested in chip sounds but don’t have access to the real hardware.” – nitro2k01 (http://gameboygenius.8bitcollective.com)

    Plogue chipsounds will be offered at an introductory price of 75$ until November 1. Listen to what can be produced here:

    http://soundcloud.com/chipsounds/sets/chipsounds-ep

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    ]]>     http://routenote.com/blog/plogue-release-chipsounds-old-school-console-music-emulator/feed/ 1     The Eddie Kramer Collection – Waves Audio Signature Series Software Plug-ins http://routenote.com/blog/the-eddie-kramer-collection-waves-audio-signature-series-software-plug-ins/ http://routenote.com/blog/the-eddie-kramer-collection-waves-audio-signature-series-software-plug-ins/#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:35:41 +0000 James http://routenote.com/blog/?p=1490 The second collection from the Waves Audio’s ‘Signature Series’ explores the mindset and production genius that is Mr Eddie Kramer. Kramer, through his inspired engineering and production, helped sensationalise contemporary rock music in the 60′s adding the quality of sound that, until then, rock music had never been truly explored with or revealed by.

    Kramer has worked and helped produce albums for Hendrix, Led Zeplin, Kiss, Santana, Bowie, Clapton and The Beatles to name a few, which has clearly earnt him the homage of a Waves Signature Series.

    “As a producer/engineer, my main function is to interpret the artist’s vision, and give them the sonic palette to help realize their dreams. If I can make that happen, then I’ve done my job.” – Eddie Kramer

    Built on a very similar looking platform and interface it is clear that Waves are definitely attempting to keep the collection consistent throughout and many aspects of this new Kramer Series mirror those from the Maserati Series. The Kramer Series offers 5 plug-ins for each area of a classic rock mix.

    • Eddie Kramer Guitar Channel

    • Eddie Kramer Drum Channel

    • Eddie Kramer Effects Channel

    • Eddie Kramer Bass Channel

    • Eddie Kramer Vocal Channel

    I would have to say that the simplicity in parameters renders this edition of the Signature Series very task specific and will mainly appeal to lovers of Kramer’s work or engineers attempting to recreate the earthy rock sounds of the 60s/70s. Whereas, Maserati’s Series, although still not greatly, offered slightly more diversity in sound (I know I’ll get ripped for that).

    Anyway, this is a great tool, worth a try for any engineer experimenting with a rock band, check the Waves website for the finer details.

    Infuriatingly priced at $800 means I’ve only had a go at the demo whilst looking for a good torr…. nevermind.

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    ]]>     http://routenote.com/blog/the-eddie-kramer-collection-waves-audio-signature-series-software-plug-ins/feed/ 1     VST Drum Plugins http://routenote.com/blog/vst-drum-plugins/ http://routenote.com/blog/vst-drum-plugins/#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:43:49 +0000 Dashiel http://routenote.com/blog/?p=692 When it comes to sequencing drum tracks, there are a whole load of different plugins available, for free or otherwise. The first one we’re going to look at is a little home-grown number called MyDrumSet from Norwegian site Blue Noise. It’s a .vst plugin made from recordings of the producer’s Ludwig kit, with separate mic outputs from each drum, as well as a couple of overheads. No strange or fantastic sounds here, but a solid basic drumkit that you can drop in to your tracks.

    If you’re unwilling to get your wallet out but you’re looking for something a little less basic, there are loads and loads of other free plugins listed over at the AudioMastermind database. It might take a little sifting, but you’re not going to spend any money.

    Working on something with a more live feel? Fully sequenced drums not giving you the juice you need, or just unhappy with the sound you’re able to record? You can replace the drum tracks you’ve got with sounds from this plugin – Drumagog which uses the existing drum hits as triggers for the sounds in it’s databank (which contains 4 gig worth of samples), retaining the rhythm and feel of anything you’ve recorded but replacing the sound.

    Next up is the number 2 application on the market, Toontrack’s Superior Drummer – this is the second version of their DFH Superior software, and they’ve made significant improvements to the graphic user interface, and the detailed control you have over your mix. Sound-On-Sound has this to say about it:

    It’s difficult not to be impressed by what SD 2.0 has to offer. Toontrack have managed to strike a sensible balance between very detailed control of your drum mix and an interface that is relatively easy to use. And as the samples themselves sound excellent, the only limits to your creativity are your programming ability and your host computer — unless you have a reasonably well-endowed one.

    Unfortunately there’s not a demo version for you to try out, and this product does have a pretty hefty price tag on it unless you’re of a piratical bent, which we certainly can’t condone.

    If you’re considering spending $400 on a new plugin synth then you should also take a look at FXpansion’s BFD2. This is the Ferrari of plugins, offering you a vast battery of sounds, principally recorded at Hampstead’s phenomenal looking AIR studios, it’s also got a load of dedicated EQ’s filters and other gubbins built in. It’s getting massively good reviews all over, and there are some sample tracks mixed using the plugin on their product listing page that demonstrate what it can do.

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