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CD Spotlight

ARTiFACT: Proof of existence in an evolving world. An ode to preservation and change. The 20 songs on ARTiFACT reflect a songwriting style that approaches composition through what can best be described as sound sculpture, providing a perfect balance to STS9's unique approach to live performance and improvisation with the hooks and melodies of traditional song structures. LISTEN!

Digital Spotlight

Soaring melodies fuel a music time machine launching the listener to the top of a world yet discovered. Reminiscent of the early works of Sasha and BT, My Piano's uplifting melody, combined with a funky, asymmetrical bass line creates a progressive, feel-good vibe on the floor while providing a memorable hook to take home until you next adventure in club land. LISTEN!

Vinyl Spotlight

Killer Progressive Tribal House from Spain's BeatFreak Recordings. Dark Iberican beast, dense pulsing basslines, it doesn't get much better than this Black Magic! LISTEN!

February 3, 2005

../ 2005 NAMM Report: Propellerhead Software

Propellerhead Software showcased version 3.0 of Reason at the show. After witnessing the market share Ableton gained by focusing on live performance, the new version takes Reason out of the studio and onto the stage. Reason 3 comes packed with unique features that will make it a strong alternative to the hardware workstation synthesizer, whether for composing, producing or live playing.

Reason 3.0's The Combinator
Screenshot of the new Reason Combinator

One of the sexy new features in Reason 3 is a module dubbed, The Combinator, which allows users to build elaborate chains of Reason devices-instruments, effects, etc. and then save it as a "Combi Patch." With it's ability to load-up complex instruments routed through effect units and dynamic processors in one go, the Combinator is an amazing new way to mangle sounds for use in compositions or as a sound design tool.

Reason 3.0 MClass Mastering Suite
Screenshot of the new MClass Mastering Suite in Reason 3.0

The other big feature is the MClass Mastering Suite which consists of a four band parametric/shelving EQ, a stereo imaging processor, a solid sounding compressor and a Maximizer with look ahead Limiter. Also included is a six channel line mixer built for use with The Combinator to handle basic mixing and panning of the individual devices, but can be inserted anywhere in Reason's signal chain. An expanded Soundbank in version 3 with increased focus on providing a wide palette of multi sampled instruments and wicked sounding Combi patches. We also liked the new, faster and more efficient Reason Browser.
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