Ohm Studio is very impressive to say the least. It is a mere glimpse into our very near future of music. With everything going on as far as technology and music is concerned, Ohm Studio bridges the gap that has always been missing. True, real-time collaborations between musicians from one side of the the world to the other. I saw this video today so I decided to share it with those of you that are trying to take your creativity to the new level and work with artists across the globe. Giving power back to the little people, Ohm Studio.

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Apply for the beta-test at http://www.ohmstudio.com ! Ohm Studio is a standalone DAW/sequencer that will allow you to make music collaborations with your friends or musical partners from all the world. This video show the Ohm Studio prototype and some of its real-time features in action. Want to be one of the first to test it? Apply today for the beta-test at http://www.ohmstudio.com

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Record is now available for Reason. You can get the software as a standalone application or a duo package that integrates fully with Reason giving you audio recording capabilities. It is about time! It is now easier than ever to add audio tracks into Reason by simply creating a new audio track and arming it for recording. I always felt that this was the one feature Reason was missing when I started using it back in 2001, I think it was Reason 1.0? Although the feature is great I still find it very disappointing that it took Propellerheads this long to add the feature.

Visit the Record website for more information

One thing is not to be confused when you purchase and install Record along side your Reason installation. From that moment on you will be using Record and Reason is essentially a plug in inside of Record. It appears to integrate seamlessly from what I see. For some reason this is just something that upsets me because at one point I was a die hard Reason user but was forced to look into another way to record audio. I heard about ReWire and found out that Cakewalk’s Sonar had it. I had to under go a huge learning curve just to learn the software just so I could integrate audio tracks with Reason. Now, 9 years later I see a feature they should have had back then! Well, all that aside… I am sure many users will be happy with Record. Time to start saving up!

Reason and Record Integration

Record Basics

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Mike, Dan, and Britton from Gearwire Crosstalk, share some drum mixing techniques with the help of Mike and Britton’s talented ears. They discuss drum gating, EQ, compressor, reverb and a few tips and tricks to make drum pop out in the mix. This video covers a rock song but the techniques can be applied to any genre. A walkthrough of Cakewalk’s Dimension Pro software instrument along with two free expansion packs rounds out the program.

more information at www.gearwire.com

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Here are some Cakewalk Sonar videos for you to watch. Get the idea of what Sonar can do and the tools provided with the application when you purchase. I have been using Sonar since version 2.0 and I am impressed with the progress of the application and enjoy my time behind the wheel…

Cakewalk’s SONAR 8

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Joey P. and Dale Ramsey have produced some hit records in their time with such artists as: Ludacris, New Kids on the Block, UGK, Jay-Z and TLC. In this video, the dynamic duet Joey P. and Dale Ramsey explain why they chose Sonar V-Studio 700 for producing their records. Check it out:

Speed, simplicity, quality sound, 64 bit recording, small enough to take it anywhere… Sonar V-Studio 700

Artist Impression by Justin Lassen

Shawn Clement on SONAR V-Studio

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The new SONAR V-Studio 100 by Cakewalk is taking portable music production to another level. When used with computer you get a 24/96k audio interface with high-quality mic preamps and a DAW controller. Without your computer you get an 8×6 digital mixer an SD recorder to play back beats at your gig or to record those inspiring moments on the road or at home when you don’t feel like firing up your computer. Plus it comes with the VS Production Pack of effects and instruments for Mac and Windows.

To prove a point, Cakewalk took the V-Studio 100 to Sha Money’s One Stop Shop Conference in Phoenix, AZ and put it to work. With all the up and coming MCs and producers in attendance, Cakewalk figured One Stop Shop was the best place to test this product out with the Hip Hop community. To paraphrase one of the original gangstas “If we can make it there, we’ll make it anywhere.”

Cakewalk’s resident producer Lil Shamrock recorded a beat on the spot and then threw down the gauntlet, challenging the MCs in attendance to come up and record their rhymes on the fly while the beat was playing back from the V-Studio 100’s SD card.

Watch the video below to check out the finalists, then cast your vote and let Cakewalk know who’s got it.   The winner is going to receive a copy of SONAR Producer or Rapture. It’s up to you!

This contest will run through Monday July 6, 2009.

SEE MORE ABOUT THE CONTEST

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My favorite local music store just did a major move… Now at first, I was a bit disappoint as I am sure a lot of their clients were? But I must say, the move was a very good thing. They went from what I describe as a small whole in the wall shop they had been in for over 20 years and moved into a great location in Santa Ana, CA. When I first walked into the new location I had a good feeling. It was no longer a whole in the wall, it felt like a super store.

Even though their new location is much larger then the old location it still has their personal touch with the same familiar faces I have seen for years. They now have a full keyboard section, drum machines, bass sections, guitar section, lesson room and from what I hear… they are working on a Pro Tools studio. The studio is mainly to show Pro Tools off to their clients in hopes of urging them to buy. I have always respected the employees at Jim’s Music because they are very knowledgable, they spend their time with you, share knowledge and you leave feeling like they care. I would highly recommend stopping by, meeting the staff and seeing the great location.

Location

Jim’s Music Center
14061 Newport Blvd
Tustin, CA 92780
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Hours

Monday – Thurs  10AM – 8PM
Friday 10AM – 7PM
Saturday  10AM – 6PM
Sunday  12PM – 5PM

Contact

Phone:  (714) 669-3600
Toll Free:  (800) 644-6874
Fax: (714) 669-3030
Email: jimsmusic@usa.net
Web: www.jimsmusic.com

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An old M-Audio Legacy Product I just got back into my hands… I know there is a new version of this controller [M-Audio Oxygen 8 v2] but I wanted to share some information with those who might need it.

If you are looking for the drivers to power this controller you can download them here: Click Here. I had to do a bit of searching to find them so I figured I would make it easier for others.

Visit M-Audios website for other great products: M-Audio Website

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