
Kramer Electronics Becomes Audinate’s 150th Dante Adopter
Kramer Electronics and Audinate have announced that Kramer has become the 150th Dante manufacturer to license Audinate’s Dante networking solution. Kramer explains the decision was taken after evaluating all other audio over IP networking technologies and finding that Dante was “the most requested audio networking technology in the market.”

Major Yamaha Nuage and Steinberg Nuendo Updates Released July 22
Steinberg and Yamaha just confirmed that the significantly updated Version 1.5 software for Yamaha’s Nuage post-production system, originally announced in April, will be released on 22nd July, alongside Version 6.5 of Steinberg’s Nuendo DAW.

NOS Yellow Jacket Tube Converter from MOD Kits DIY
The new Yellow Jackets NOS (New Old Stock) Tube Converter, designed with an NOS 6AQ5 seven-pin miniature beam power tube, is a limited edition converter made for use in most amplifiers under 100 watts and using 6L6, EL34, 7027 or 6V6 output tubes. The converter lowers the overall power in an amplifier and gives that amp a unique vintage tone.
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Steinberg introduces VST Connect Performer for iPad
VST Connect Performer for iPad is a new app from Steinberg, complementing the previously announced VST Connect Performer tools available in Cubase versions 7.5 and 7 and Nuendo versions 6.5 and 6, for real time collaboration over the Internet. The new app allows musicians to record remote performances using only an iPad.

Genelec’s 8010 Active Monitor Is Now Shipping
Genelec is now shipping the 8010 Active Monitor, the smallest member of the acclaimed 8000 product range. Independently of the size, the new 8010 is an impressive monitor, ideal around workstations. Thanks to its universal power supply, the 8010 is also a perfect monitor for music production professionals on the move.

PreSonus Proposes New Mobile Recording Solutions for Mac, Windows, and iPad
Audio Professionals are increasingly using Apple’s iPad in live sound and in the studio. PreSonus proposes a complete integrated solution using an iPad also as a mobile recording solution, combining the new Capture software for iPad and its AudioBox range of interfaces, creating a bridge with Mac and Windows workstations.

New Røde iXY Microphone for iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, and iPhone 5c
The Røde iXY microphone is now available for Lightning devices, such as the iPhone 5, iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c, in addition to the original 30-pin model. It’s true the original 30-pin iXY works on Lightning devices using a 30-pin to Lightning adaptor (not so practical) but at least Røde made the new iXY available in black.

BBE Sound Releases Sonic Sweet V. 3.0 “Optimized” with Additional “Mach 3 Bass” Enhancer Plug-In
BBE Sound announced the release of their Sonic Sweet v3.0 Plug-in bundle that includes 3 newly “Optimized” plug-ins and a brand new bass enhancer (Mach 3 Bass). This new version makes the legendary BBE Sound available to broadcast, producers and musicians for all their recordings.

SSL Live Free Offline Software Now Available For Download
SSL Live is the first-ever dedicated live sound console from the famous British manufacturer. Now, SSL announced a new software enabling engineers to pre-configure Showfiles offline. The SSL OffLine Setup Application is also a superb way for anyone to explore and learn the SSL Live console before they have the real thing!

New and Ultra-Affordable Mackie Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors
Mackie announced a new series of very affordable “multimedia monitors. The new Mackie Creative Reference series features 3-inch or 4-inch woofers and 3/4-inch silk-dome tweeters in two similar very compact designs. Sold in pairs, the new CR3 and CR4 even include cables and a pair of acoustic isolation pads.