Thursday, 13 January 2011

Universal Audio (UA) UAD-2 Satellite DSP Accelerator


Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite is all about Firewire Power!


This DSP Accelerator is designed for both desktop and laptop users, featuring fire 400 and two firewire 800 ports.


This means you can connect the UAD-2 Satellite easily with Apple iMacs and MacBook Pros, no more PCIe worries.





Powered by the impressive SHARC processors and able to withstand big studio projects and mixes, taking the processing load off your iMac, Mac Book Pro, MAC or PC Computers.


To get you started the Universal Audio UAD 2 Satellite comes with the “Analog Classics” plug-in bundle, which includes the famous Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 Compressors/Limiters, and the Legendary Pultec EQP-1A — for rich, vintage sound quality right out of the box.


You will also be able to run all the world's finest plug-in emulations UA has to offer such as Manley, Empirical Labs, Neve, Roland, BOSS, EMT, Fairchild, Harrison, Helios, Little Labs, Pultec, SPL, Teletronix and more (sold separately)


Universal Audio UAD2 Satellite is compatible with all major DAWs (Digital Work Stations) like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Nuendo, Digital Performer and many more.


Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite is available in five versions depending on your budget:


Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Duo Core  - Hardware Only

Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Duo Flexi - Includes Official Universal Audio Money Voucher

Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Quad Core - Hardware Only

Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Quad Flexi - Includes Official Universal Audio Money Voucher

Akai SynthStation 49 for iPad


Akai creates a Synthstation for the iPad and its a 49 note keyboard!

The Akai SynthStation49 has a similar appearance to the Akai MPK49 but with an iPad dock.

Akai call this "the first true iPad performance tool". You will need to download the Akai Synthstation App and then connect via the cradle.

provides immense software control with forty-nine, full-size velocity-sensitive keys, nine backlit MPC-style drum pads and full transport buttons. An adjustable-angled dock for iPad allows the user to easily slide their tablet into the SynthStation49’s cradle and position the screen to their preference.

SynthStation49’s keyboard, pitch/modulation wheels and sustain pedal input provide great feel and the essential controls for musicians and producers to compose, record and perform. The nine drum pads of SynthStation49 give users immediate, intuitive beat-creation capabilities over the 50 classic and modern kits available within the SynthStation software. Program, Sequence, Song select and Transport buttons also provide quick navigation to the SynthStation App’s most used components for a seamless, efficient workflow.

This is one serious iPad Accessory for sure, one for the pros!

Don't forget to keep it locked to Hitmakersbridge.com as we keep you musically connected, music industry.

Arturia Spark Creative Drum Machine


Arturia enters the drum machine market with Spark.

Arturia Spark combines the power of analog synthesis, physical modelling and samples, through the intuitive workflow of a hardware drum machine, Spark is a highly creative beat production center. Spark will save you time when looking for the right drum kit, will get you hooked by its amazing simplicity and will surprise you by its sonic possibilities.

Spark gives you 480 Instruments / 30 Kits, including Vintage drum machines and Electronic Kits and Acoustic Drum Kits.

The Vintage kits in Spark are Arturia's Analogue recreations of the Roland TR-808, Roland TR-909, Simmons SDS-V, and Eprom based LinnDrum, Drumtraks, DMX, and more.

Electronic kits cover the most popular modern music styles : Dub, House, Techno, Hip Hop, RnB… as well as experimental fields thanks to the physical modelling engine.

Arturia Spark lets you add your own samples and intergrate with your DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) through the included plug-in.



Spark’s sonic power is nothing but huge, embedding three distinctive drum engines : analog synthesis, sampling and physical modelling. With access to in-depth parameters and the potential to automate all of them, every instrument is totally customizable, making beat creation more powerful and fun than browsing Gigs of samples.
Incorporating a 64-step sequencer and 8 velocity sensitive touch pads into a sturdy beat station, Spark is your weapon of choice to create grooves whether you are working in the studio or performing on stage.






Spark ships with a MIDI Control Center application allowing you to easily control any third-party
software or hardware. This application includes a template specifically designed for Ableton LiveTM, making set-up and jam on Live a breathe.


Don't forget to keep it locked to Hitmakersbridge.com as we keep you musically connected to the music industry.

Wednesday, 12 January 2011

Rob Papen eXplorer - The Complete Synth and Effects Collection


Rob Papen releases a complete synth and effect collection – eXplorer.

eXplorer combines six of Rob Papens plug-in (synths and effects) into one bundle.

Rob Papen is also generous enough to give us presets ready for producers and composers to use and also features presets from acclaimed DnB artists Noisia.

A really good thing about the Rob Papen eXplorer Bundle is that you only have to authorise once for all the synths and effects.

Rob Papen eXplorer Includes:

Blue 1.9: FM, phase distortion, wave shaping and subtractive synth

SubBoomBass: Ultra deep groove bass synth with built-in step sequencer.

Predator: Phat analog synth with killer presets and first class features. Also includes Predator FX – a filter, modulation, vocoder and effects plug-in.

RG: Electric and acoustic guitar grooves with sequencer and synth effects.

RP-Delay: Multi-reverse, 6 lines, 8 filters, 4 LFOs and more

RP-Verb: An advanced, transparent and musical algorithm with easy controls.


Rob Papen Xplorer is out now and definitely worth investing in, especially for producers.

Don't forget keep it locked to Hitmakersbridge.com as we will get you musically connected.









Friday, 7 January 2011


Its here!!! NAMM2011 and taking it to 11!

The 2011 NAMM SHOW at Anaheim Convention Center will showcase this years biggest and pioneering music products to date.


Starting January 13th we will announce new products as they go live!!!


So stay locked in to Hitmakersbridge as we bring you the best in the music tech business.

Monday, 25 October 2010

Welcome to Blog Life! by Hitmakersbridge

Whats Going Down World!!!

Hitmakersbridge.com (HMB) is now live! up and running and here for the up and coming talented producers and artists of the world.

I'm gonna keep you posted as to whats new and happening with HMB, keeping you up-to-date on all the latest in news, placement opps and basically anything that you guys wanna hear about.

Yes we are based in the UK but that don't stop us, never!!!!!!
We are reaching out and calling all producer and artists to get involved with HMB and see what we can do for you.

We provide major placement opps, competitions, basically we are the BRIDGE and we wanna help you.


So don't be a stranger on the WWW get in touch if you want to know more or if you have any questions, JUS HOLLA TA ME!!!!

In the words the Cali Governor - "I'LL BE BACK" but not with a car crashing through your front living room. LOL!!

PEACE OUT!!

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