When we first reviewed Iris in 2012, it was love at first sight. Iris offered a fresh approach to synthesis that allowed users to "paint" directly into a sample's spectral data, delivering wholly unique results unlike any hardware or software synth we knew of. Now, Iris 2 retains all of the original's graphical editing functions, while expanding subtractive synthesis functions and vastly improving the modulation options. What's more, Iris 2's user interface is much more intuitive than its predecessor, with every function available from a single window. Let's find out more.
ATH-M70x Professional Monitor Headphones Audio-Technica Available Now
Audio-Technica introduces the ATH-M70x, the new flagship model of its M-Series headphones line, featuring 45 mm drivers and extended frequency response. Tuned for extremely accurate audio reproduction.
Octavian - Keyboard Calculator Bitnotic Available on the iTunes App Store
Instantly see and hear 500+ scales and 50+ chords on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Also features Circle of Fifths, scale modes, chord inversions, descending scales, and much more. Keyboard Magazine said of Octavian 1.1.0 (Jan 2010): "It's a cheat sheet no keyboardist should leave home without."
Waldorf NAVE VST/AU/AAX Wavetable Synth for Mac and PC Distributed in the U.S.A. by MV Pro Audio Available Now
NAVE VST/AU/AAX is a DAW-centric version of Waldorf's critically-acclaimed iOS wavetable synthesizer. Boasting a rich graphic display and intuitive UI, NAVE VST brings Waldorf's highly sought-after wavetable sound engine, speech synthesis, and advanced spectral manipulation to the modern DAW environment. Includes over 500 presets showcasing the unique soundscapes possible with NAVE's deep but readily accessible feature set.