Steinberg has introduced Iconica Sketch for iPhone, iPad, and any AU-compatible mobile DAW, a new virtual instrument that puts a complete orchestra in your pocket.
What they have to say about it:
“Iconica Sketch brings the power of a full orchestra to your fingertips, offering top-tier audio quality and effortless simplicity.
Whether you’re crafting symphonies, scoring epic trailers, or producing chart-topping pop tracks, Iconica Sketch is designed to inspire and empower you – anywhere, anytime.
Seamlessly integrate Iconica Sketch with your favorite mobile DAW, including Cubasis, Logic Pro for iPad, AUM, GarageBand and many more. Bring your musical ideas to life on the go with Iconica Sketch for iPhone and iPad.”
Here’s a film score example, Nocturne in Still Mist, created by Dom Sigalas using Iconica Sketch and Cubasis 3.7 on an iPad:
Features:
A complete orchestra for iPhone, iPad and every mobile DAW supporting AU
34 instruments, ranging from violins to percussion
140 of the most important short and long articulations (including legatos)
Recorded at the Funkhaus Berlin, in cooperation with Orchestral Tools
Includes free additional Cubasis plug-in version for improved integration and maximum performance
*Note: Iconica Sketch is also available as a Cubasis for Android in-app purchase.
An in-depth overview from Dom Sigalas:
Steinberg Iconica Sketch is available now for $19.99.
Behringer has announced that the LmDrum – a new drum machine that copies the look of the classic LinnDrum look – is now shipping from their factory.
The Behringer LmDrum is not designed to be a knockoff or clone of the original LinnDrum. Instead, it’s an original sampling drum machine that features samples from the LM1, LM1, LM9000 and other drum machines, an 8/12-bit sampling sound engine, and a look inspired by the LinnDrum. It also supports sampling via a built-in line input.
Behringer LmDrum Intro Video:
Features:
Drum machine with 8/12-bit sampling sound engine
109 drum sounds including LM1, LM2, LM9000 and more
Line input allows for live recording and storage of your own samples
Analog circuitry including 3320 VCF and 2164 VCA
16 DACs with variable sample rate and 8/12-bit resolution
16-voice architecture with independent level and pan controls for each voice
64-step drum sequencer that supports poly-meter, step-repeat, note-repeat, real-time triggering, track-mute and track-solo
16 independent analog outputs for external processing or recording your rhythms as multi-track audio
Integrated FX bus features Wave Designer and dual-mode Analog Filter with per voice assignment
16 velocity-sensitive drum pads with after touch
Live recording, editing and playback of analog filter cutoff via automation
Storage of up to 8 songs and 128 patterns, all of which can be imported/exported during playback for unlimited songs and patterns
Pattern Mode allows arrangement of patterns into full songs and setting number of repeats per song part
Song Mode allows chaining songs together for live sets and expanded compositions
Auto Scroll feature enables improvisation in all modes
Comprehensive MIDI In/Out/Thru plus USB implementation for synchronization and connection to external devices
Sync options include USB, MIDI, Clock and Internal for maximum versatility
Encoder for editing parameters such as Tempo, Swing, Probability, Flam and Random
128×64 LCD graphic display for easy editing of program parameters
Headphone and main outputs on 1/4″ connectors
The Behringer LmDrum is now shipping from their factory, priced at $399/£369.00.
*Note that it typically takes a month or two from when they start shipping for new gear to be available at their retail partners.
Ruismaker (Bram Bos) has introduced Solderbox, a compact semimodular synthesizer for iOS, made in collaboration with synthesist and mobile music making guru Jakob Haq.
Solderbox is heavily based on Haq’s own modular rack design, which features a lot of modules made by hand. The app is designed to offer a set of modular functions that is both comprehensive and eclectic, including several tools for generative synthesis, random signals and the surgical mangling of audio waves and modulation signals.
The official intro video from Haq:
Features:
Full Audio Unit compatibility (AUv3 instrument, audio effect)
Universal design (iPhone, iPad, MacOS AUv3)
Built-in Pulsequencer (LFO-based generative melody generator with custom scales)
4 mode Low-pass filter (6, 12, 18, 24 dB)
3 voice polyphony
Drone mode
Stackable patch cables
DIY Lo-Fi digital delay circuit emulation
All synth settings exposed a AU Parameters (for automation and MIDI learning in your host of choice)
