your creative juices flowing with plenty of plug-in, MIDI, audio, and output support; music creation, automation, mixer, and FX rack options; several generators and softsynths; updates and online features; more than 1900 presets using 500 WAV files; and a generic sample CD.  (less)

files; pattern-based event automation; multiple generators/soft synths; most of the music creation, mixer, FX rack, updates, and online features; more than 1900 presets using 600 WAV files; and a generic sample CD.The man behind FL8, Chief Software Architect Didier Dambrin, was dedicated to creating an open-architecture studio environment where the only constraint is your own imagination. This philosophy is reflected in adjustable audio and control data routing, free-form Playlist design, and interoperability with industry standards (VST/VSTi/VST2, DXi, DXi2, Buzz, ReWire, MIDI, MP3, WAV, OGG). In version 8, particular emphasis was given to improved music production workflow through enhanced interface design, so that ideas can be cryst...  (less)

and support for Mac OS X. MixMeister Fusion doesn't limit you to simply combining a few loops and grooves together; Fusion is designed to mix complete DJ sets from full-length songs. You get the functionality of a loop editor or digital audio workstation, but you can blend songs together to create stunning DJ performances. MixMeister Fusion frees you from monotonous tasks like beat matching, setting cue points, and counting beats in your head. It gives you the power to unleash your creativity and shape your music in a million ways, with live looping and remixing, VST effects, harmonic mixing and more. You can manipulate tempo, volume, and EQ in real time, on-the-fly. It even records all your acti...  (less)

cables, and 2 x10 ft. instrument cables, giving you excellent recording equipment for professional sound capture.D-888 8-Track Digital Recording Studio The Korg D-888 Digital Recording Studio is an eight-input/eight-output mixer and eight-track hard disk recorder in one easy-to-use unit. Best of all for those used to analog recorders, the D888 has a very analog-like look and feel that's comfortable and very easy to use. The input jacks, trim knob, three-band EQ controls, pan knob, and fader are all placed in a straight line for each channel, and channel settings are obvious at a glance. A backlit LCD screen provides additional information that's easy to understand.Each channel has a high-performance balanced mic preamp with TRS and XLR inputs with 48V phantom power. As a standalone mixer, the 1/4" outputs are configured to provide Monitor Out L & R; Master Out L & R, and individual outs for channels 5-8, or you can switch to eight individual outputs.The D-888 mixer provides 16-bit/44.1kHz uncompressed recording quality with eight tracks simultaneous play and record in WAV format. You also get eight virtual tracks for each track for a total of 64 tracks, in addition to a stereo master track. The recording section has easy-to-use tools like punch-in/out, copy and swap operations, four editing locate points for each song, one hundred mark points, non-destructive editing, Undo and Redo functions, eleven types of digital master effects, and 3-band EQ on each channel. The Korg mixer also has an assignable metronome, two independent headphone jacks, 40GB hard drive, a USB 2.0 connector, MIDI Time Code transmit, and optical S/PDIF outputs.Cubase LE Recording Software thrown in Free To receive your free copy of Cubase LE, send in the redemption coupon that's included in the box. Or, visit http://www.korg.com/d888 online to fill out and send in the redemption coupon. Steinberg's Cubase LE 48-track 24/96 music production software is the perfect complement to the D-888: capture 8-track live recordings with this rugged mixer/recorder and then bring them back to your computer to edit, arrange, mix, and master your recordings with a wealth of powerful tools and cutting-edge features.Cubase LE is based on award-winning Cubase SX technology featuring 48 audio tracks, VST plug-ins, and full VSTi support. Cubase LE combines powerful audio and MIDI recording features with professional editing and effects. Cubase LE and all included plug-ins are compatible with both Mac and PC systems. Cubase LE is the perfect entry into professional recording software giving you the ability to produce professional-level recordings right-away and giving you a system that you can expand into the future!Fostex PM0.4  (less)

software not only ensures a fast and fun workflow, but lets you easily turn your ideas into professional productions.MASCHINE comes loaded with over 5GB of production-ready sounds and patterns. Everything from fat drum kits to state-of-the-art synthesizer sounds and pristine acoustic instruments have been sampled, sliced, and tagged for your convenience. It also features studio-quality effects ranging from dynamics processors to beat-mashers and even mastering tools—all tweakable in real time via the hardware controller.The pattern-oriented concept of MACHINE frees you from the limits of linear arrangement. Build song scenes by layering patterns, and rearrange the scenes on the fly. It offers external sampli  (less)

ways to get music from your brain to your speakers. It comes with many extra features the Fruity and Producer Editions don't, including Maximus, a peak limiter and volume maximizer; Hardcore, which has 10 guitar pedal effects, plus 8-band EQ, and 5 cab simulator in one plug-in; VideoPlayer for playing video or flash files; Sytrus, a hybrid synthesizer; Soundfont player which gives you the power to load, play, and render soundfonts; and DirectWave Sampler, one of the most complete VSTi samplers; as well as a $49 virtual card for putting towards any other FL Studio plug-ins of your choice.What is FL9? This full-featured, open architecture, music production software is capable of audio recording, composing, sequencing, and mixing, for the creation of professional quality music. The FL Studio philosophy is creative freedom, allowing you to route any instrument to any mixer track. Each mixer track can receive audio from any number of instruments, any number of other mixer tracks and a soundcard input. Mixer tracks, in turn, can send audio to any number of other mixer tracks and a soundcard output. You can create sub-mixes, effects chains, or complex mixes. With FL Studio's flexible architecture audio is set free.FL Studio 9 music software also allows you to free your creative mind. You can choose your preferred workflow, compose using the step-sequencer or piano roll. Create in pattern or track mode, then arrange your ideas in the free palette Playlist. The Playlist presents timeline as a virtual canvas where each Playlist track can simultaneously hold any number of score, audio, and automation events. Instruments Make virtually any sound — FL9 includes over 30 software synthesizers covering acoustic/synthetic bass, electric guitar, multi-sampler tools including piano & strings, general sample playback, and beatslicing (with Rex 1 & 2 support).Synthesis techniques — span subtractive, modeling, FM, RM, granular, and additive. With the addition of FL SynthMaker you can further create & share your own FL instruments, effects & MIDI control dashboards without the need to write basic code. Open plug-in standards — FL Studio 9 supports all PC industry plug-in instrument standards including VSTi (1/2), DXi(1/2), Buzz, and Rewire. This means you can sequence with your favorite plug-ins and applications. Audio Recording & Editing Multi-channel audio inputs — With the ability to simultaneously capture all the inputs on your audio interface, Image Line FL Studio has the flexibility to record a single vocalist, guitar, or a full symphony orchestra.Arranging audio — Audio can be arranged, with complete freedom in the Playlist. Features include the ability to host an unlimited number of audio recor  (less)

fast and fun workflow, but lets you easily turn your ideas into professional productions. General Interface Specifications Width: 320 mm / 12.6" Length: 295 mm / 11.6" Height: 60 mm / 2.4" 1811 Grams / 4 lbs 2 displays with 64x256 pixels 16 high-quality, illuminated pads with velocity and aftertouch 11 endless rotary encoders 41 backlit buttons Midi-In/Out USB 2.0 Kensington® Lock Windows® XP (SP2, 32-bit)/Vista (SP1, 32-bit, 64-bit), Pentium® or Athlon XP 2 GHz, 2 GB RAM Mac OS® X 10.4, Intel® CoreTM Duo 2 GHz, 2 GB RAM USB 2.0 Port, DVD drive, 5 GB free disk space for full installation Runs as a standalone application, or as a VST®, Audio UnitsTM, or RTAS® (under Pro Tools® 7/8) plug-in. ASIOTM, Core ...  (less)