Korg Collection 3, a New emulation of the classic miniKORG 700S, Prophecy and Triton Extreme

 

Korg has released Korg Collection 3, an updated version of its software synth collection that introduces virtual versions of three classic instruments: the company’s first mass-produced analog synthesizer, the miniKORG 700S, the MOSS Tone Generator-powered Prophecy, and the Triton Extreme.

 

 

Here’s what they have said about the new virtual instruments:

 

The miniKORG 700S for Mac/Win is a faithful reproduction of the original analog hardware, with powerful new features only possible in software. Now the unique sounds and capabilities of this historic KORG synthesizer can be enjoyed on your computer.

 

Defined by the cutting edge digital signal processing technology and a DSP chip formerly used exclusively for effects processing, the Prophecy is now available as a software plugin, with the ease of use, polyphony, and modern features necessary for today’s music production.

 

The TRITON Extreme is the most powerful model in the Triton series, featuring the first-ever “Valve Force” vacuum tubes in a music workstation, and most of the new PCM and EXB-PCM series waveforms. The powerful, analog-like sound of vacuum tubes can be used with software for incredible sonic performance.

 

Korg says that the updates make Korg Collection 3 “a thrilling collection of iconic sounds from the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and ’00s.”

 

The KORG Collection 3 is available now, with intro pricing of $299 through August 12, 2021, regular price $399.

 

 

20 Generative Patches for Moog Mother-32 Synthesizer Enable You Discover Its True Depth

 

Anton Anru shared the video demo for Probability, a collection of 20 generative patches for the Moog Mother-32 synthesizer.

 

Here’s what sound designer, Anru has said about it:

 

Controlled chaos and randomness, probability, non-repetitiveness, tempo break, pattern uniqueness, short and long sounds alternation, unexpected changes, silence and density, harmonic and fx-like tones, freaky splashes during a sequence – all these things are included in the soundset.

 

Generative timbre may be a good addition to (or a lead part of) ambient or techno tracks, jams and performances. You may also record fragments into your DAW or sampler, slice it to one-shots or make loops – you’ll get a unique material for further processing.

 

The patches are documented as illustrations in a pdf file, as shown below:

 

 

You need up to 10 patch cords to recreate the patches.

 

“If you make all the settings consciously and try the things mentioned in the notes,” notes Anru, “you will learn lots of things about the synth and discover its true depth.

 

“Probability” is available now for $9.95.

 

Serato Studio can now Record Audio and More

 

Serato has released Serato Studio 1.6, a free update that is designed to make it easy to record vocals, track instruments, sample from vinyl and make complete songs.

 

“Serato Studio now opens up music production to vocalists who want to rap or sing and then put a professional-level beat behind it,” says Serato’s Chief Strategy Officer Nick Maclaren.

 

“With many DAWs there are technical barriers stopping vocalists from being able to make a simple loop but with Serato Studio you can record and make a beat within a few mouse clicks. It’s the workflow in 1.6 that makes recording unique, and helps vocalists and producers to get ideas down fast, which is often difficult in music production.”

 

The beginner/DJ-friendly DAW recording functionality has been added without compromising Serato Studio’s simple workflow, which has always been one of the software key selling points. You can now capture vocals, instruments and samples, expanding your creative horizons significantly.

 

Other improvements include – the ability to drag-and-drop audio clips into other tracks; three additional FX slots for the Audio Track – bringing the total to six; and a new Virtual Audio Driver that enables you to livestream Serato Studio output to another application. Smaller improvements and bug fixes have also been made.

 

How to record vocals in Serato Studio 1.6:

 

How to record instruments in Serato Studio 1.6:

 

Find out more on the Serato website.

 

You can purchase Serato Studio outright for $199, or subscribe for $9.99 a month.