First Playback and Notation Tool Designed Specifically for Vienna Special Edition and Special Edition PLUS

Vienna/Greensboro, February 2, 2010 – Notion Music has released NOTION SLE, a special version of their award-winning NOTION3 scoring software that is customized for Vienna Symphonic Library’s all-in-one orchestral collections, the Vienna Special Edition and the Special Edition PLUS. NOTION SLE features presets created for Vienna Instruments, Vienna Ensemble and Vienna Ensemble PRO that automatically handle all articulation changes in the background, allowing for very realistic playback directly out of the score. NOTION SLE is available for download at the Notion website for $89.

NOTION SLE offers over 100 presets for all instruments and ensembles included in both Vienna Special Edition collections. As the user writes and articulates his score, NOTION SLE will follow the instructions and automatically change the Vienna Instruments patches in playback to accurately and realistically perform the score. Dynamics, hairpins, articulations and even portamentos will faithfully be reproduced in playback. NOTION SLE comes with a demo version of Vienna Suite, Vienna Symphonic Library’s high-end audio processing tools that include Convolution Reverb, featuring several concert halls and studios.

The Vienna Special Edition and the Special Edition PLUS are Vienna Symphonic Library’s powerful orchestral packages at entry-level prices. They offer a cross-section of sounds from Vienna’s 1.5 million sample archive, covering all instruments and ensembles of the large symphonic orchestra and even more.

About Notion Music

NOTION Music, Inc. is dedicated to the advancement of music through innovative software solutions. NOTION’s award-winning software simplifies music composition, notation, and performance with the sounds of world-class musicians. NOTION Music, Inc. is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, with an International office in London, England.

About the Vienna Symphonic Library

The Vienna Symphonic Library is an innovative, research-driven music software and sample library developer based in Vienna, Austria. The team continually strives to improve on the concept of virtual orchestral music production with special regard to authenticity and ease-of-use. Vienna Instruments, the company’s virtual instruments in AU/VST/RTAS formats, encompass an exhaustive range of solo instruments and ensembles from their flagship Symphonic Cube to special instruments such as the Vienna Konzerthaus Organ, the Vienna Imperial grand piano, saxophones, upright bass, and even distorted guitar. Beyond instruments, Vienna MIR is the first ever whole-space mixing and reverberation solution based on Multi-Impulse Response convolution. The Vienna Suite audio plug-ins encompass nine high-end mixing and mastering tools, offering full 64-bit processing on all major 64-bit and 32-bit host platforms. The completely revamped Vienna Ensemble PRO is the first comprehensive and universal mixing-host with 3^rd party plug-in support for stand-alone and cross-platform network applications. More information on the company’s DVD and download products can be found at www.vsl.co.at.

Wien, 4. Dezember 2009 – Das Team der Vienna Symphonic Library und der renommierte deutsche Workstation-Hersteller XI-MACHINES haben im Rahmen einer intensiven Kooperation die Optimierung von Digital Audio-Workstations (DAWs) für alle Produkte des Wiener Sound- und Software-Unternehmens abgeschlossen. Mit XI-MACHINES stehen nun erstmalig zertifizierte Workstations für den uneingeschränkten Betrieb der Produkte der Vienna Symphonic Library zur Verfügung.

Als Marktführer im Bereich der virtuellen Orchestermusikproduktion stellen einige Software-Produkte der Vienna Symphonic Library aufgrund der hohen Klangqualität und der einzigartigen Bearbeitungsoptionen besondere Herausforderungen an ein Computersystem. Speziell die neue Raumsimulations-Software Vienna MIR mit ihrer Echtzeitverarbeitung tausender Impulsantworten ermöglicht erst mit angepassten High-End Workstations ein reibungsloses Arbeiten mit einem virtuellen Orchester von 80 oder mehr Instrumentenspuren. Mit Hilfe der hierfür optimierten XI-MACHINES Workstations ist es nun endlich möglich, ein großes Orchester mit Vienna Instruments inklusive der Vienna MIR als Mixing-Frontend mit niedrigen Latenzen problemlos zu realisieren und entsprechende Projekte sicher zu verwalten.

Christian Marin, IT-Manager der Vienna Symphonic Library, freut sich über die gute Zusammenarbeit: „Die Workstations von XI-MACHINES sind optimal konfiguriert, sehr leistungsfähig und außergewöhnlich leise. Dazu kommt der hochprofessionelle Service, da bleiben wirklich keine Wünsche offen! Die Workstations X1, X2 und X3 können wir für unsere Produkte wie Vienna Instruments, Vienna Ensemble PRO und Vienna MIR ausnahmslos empfehlen.“

Link zu unseren Workstations: XI-MACHINES VSL-Workstations

Link zu Vienna Symphonic Library: Certified Workstations

PROGRESSION bietet Tausende echter Samples von Elektro- und Akustikgitarren sowie E-Bass-Samples und Schlagzeug-Samples. Außerdem enthalten sind Konzertflügel, Kontrabass, Clavinet und E-Piano, alle in professioneller Audioqualität. PROGRESSION kommt mit integrierter Gitarren- und Bassverstärkersimulation und VST-Plugin-Kompatibilität, die den Einsatz externer Effekte und Verstärkermodellierer ermöglicht. Und mit dem eingebauten Mixer besitzen Sie außerdem die vollständige Kontrolle über den Rest der Komposition.

Üben und Komposition für (Bas)Gitarristen, Sänger, Schlagzeuger und Keyboard-Player!

Ab sofort steht die Notion 3 Demo zur Verfügung! Sie können Notion 14 Tage uneingeschränkt benutzen. IK Multimedia’s mitgelieferte Hall Plug-In steht 10 Tage zur Verfügung.

Laden Sie die Demo hier!

Mehr Informationen über Notion 3 finden Sie hier.

World-renowned for their accurate, full-range sound, Blue Sky is pleased to introduce its newest critical listening component to its full line of monitoring solutions: the SAT 265 High Output Near-Field Active Studio monitor. Blue Sky’s fresh approach to studio monitor design delivers the highest possible ratio of performance to cost, in turn providing the highest value to our customers.

Blue Sky’s SAT 265 is a 2-way, tri-amplified, 300-Watt, High Output Near-Field Monitor which features two 6.5” high excursion hemispherical woofers and a 1” dual ring radiator tweeter with integral waveguide, for superior off-axis response. Powered by a dedicated low distortion 100-Watt amplifier for each of the 6.5” woofers, it also features a low distortion 100-Watt amplifier for the tweeter. The SAT 265 effortlessly delivers clean and accurate sound with a frequency response of 80Hz to 30kHz +/-3.0dB (200Hz to 15kHz +/-1.5dB) for full compatibility with Blue Sky’s SUB 15 Universal, SUB 212, SUB 12 and BMC (Bass Management Controller). The rear panel also has controls for “full space” (placement in a room) or “half space” (mounted in a baffle wall) operation, along with HF level trims, as well as controls for variable gain settings.

Making the subwoofer an integral part of the monitoring system design enables the SAT 265 studio monitor to be positioned for the best imaging, and the SUB to be positioned for the best bass response. Relieving the SAT 265 studio monitor of the requirement to reproduce the low frequencies means that the uncompromising sealed-box design can combine with sophisticated bass management electronics, to provide a seamless transition between the SAT 265 and SUB. It all adds up to accurate, full range sound.

The SAT 265 has been designed to integrate perfectly with Blue Sky’s new SUB 212, a sealed box, push-pull, 400-Watt subwoofer. The push-pull configuration reduces distortion, provides increased output, and features an anechoic frequency response of 25Hz to 200Hz, +/-3dB. In addition, the SUB 212 also has built-in 2.1 bass management electronics with both a 4th order 80Hz Linkwitz-Riley low-pass filter and a 2nd order 80Hz high-pass filter that is perfectly matched to the response of the SAT 265 (the SUB 212 is also compatible with the SAT 265, SAT 6.5 and SAT 5). When combined, the SAT 265 and SUB 212 provide a stunningly accurate and engaging, full-range monitoring system.

About The SUB 212

Blue Sky’s SUB 212 is a sealed box, dual 12”, push-pull, 400-Watt subwoofer. It features an anechoic frequency response of 25Hz to 200Hz, +/-3dB. In addition, the SUB 212 also has built-in 2.1 bass management electronics with both a 4th order 80Hz Linkwitz-Riley low-pass filter and a 2nd order 80Hz high-pass filter that is perfectly matched to the response of the SAT 8 (the SUB 212 is also compatible with the SAT 12, SAT 6.5 and SAT 5).

The SUB 212’s unique “push-pull” configuration is designed not only to increase output, but also to reduce distortion. A push-pull subwoofer uses two drivers: one mounted facing forward, the second mounted backward with the magnet facing out. Utilizing two drivers doubles the maximum output, while the push pull configuration reduces even harmonic distortion. Typically, in a more conventional design, at high output levels, second harmonic distortion dominates the distortion spectrum of most subwoofer drivers and is caused by asymmetric operation of the suspension and magnetic structure. In simple terms; the output of the driver is slightly different when the cone is moving away from the magnet, as compared to when it is moving toward its magnet.

Push-pull operation reduces this even harmonic distortion in a clever application of physics. As mentioned before, push-pull uses two drivers, one reversed from the other. The bottom driver has its magnet facing out of the box and is driven electrically out–of–phase from the front driver, which keeps both drivers acoustically in phase. However, when the front driver’s cone is moving away from its magnet, the bottom driver’s (reversed) cone is moving towards its magnet. This puts the even harmonic distortion components of the bottom driver out-of-phase with the front driver. When you combined the outputs of both drivers, the even harmonic distortion of both drivers cancels, reducing the overall distortion of the subwoofer.

Greensboro, NC (PRWEB) September 17, 2009 — NOTION Music, Inc. (www.notionmusic.com) has announced that NOTION3, the much anticipated upgrade of their award winning music notation software, will start shipping on September 24, 2009. NOTION3 features an entirely new design, an expanded and enhanced sample library, new live performance features, and incredible compatibility with plug-ins, sample libraries and digital audio workstations (DAWs). NOTION3 is the first product to bridge the gap between music notation software and an audio application, allowing musicians to not only create and listen, but to perform live or produce music with stunning results.

Describing the inspiration for NOTION3, Jim Boitnott, President of NOTION Music credits feedback from their customers, „Numerous customers told us they didn’t want just another music notation program. They wanted their notation software to integrate with their DAWs, to be compatible with other sample libraries and plug-ins, and they wanted a clean intuitive interface that supported their workflow. We are proud to say that NOTION3 has definitely delivered.“

New Features in NOTION3

Sleek, Intuitive Interface and Workflow – allowing you to use notation, guitar tab, or MIDI devices to craft music of any style, be it orchestral, jazz, or rock. The screen view is designed to remain uncluttered, and to provide easy access to the most frequently used tools. For musicians writing for guitar or bass, NOTION3 features an interactive fretboard and chord library.

Over 10GB of Instrument Samples – exclusively featuring the sounds of The London Symphony Orchestra. The LSO sample library included in earlier versions of NOTION has been expanded and enhanced with new close mic stereo samples that truly capture the essence of each instrument. NOTION3 includes both the legacy and new sample libraries. In addition to the orchestral sounds, NOTION3 features electric and acoustic guitar by Neil Zaza, electric bass by Victor Wooten, drums by Roy „FutureMan“ Wooten….all recorded at world-famous studios.

Professional Audio Mixer – NOTION3′s pro audio mixer is unlike anything typically seen in notation software, complete with buses, inserts, sends, multiple direct channel outs and VST effects. Resembling what you would see in a digital audio workstation, the NOTION3 mixer, along with the dynamic markings in the score, provide detailed control of the mix and sound. You have the flexibility to control and mix your entire score or group the mixer into instrument sections to adjust volume, panning, reverb, and effects.

Unmatched Studio Compatibility – Built to be compatible, NOTION3 is the only notation product with full ReWire integration that supports both host and slave options. It also works effortlessly with VST effects and VSTi libraries with built-in presets to easily integrate with popular sample libraries such as: Vienna Symphonic Library Special Edition and Special Edition Plus, Miroslav Philharmonik, East West Quantum Leap Platinum, and Garritan Personal Orchestra (ARIA). NOTION3 comes bundled with IK Multimedia’s AmpliTube X-Gear and CSR Hall Reverb.

SequencerStaff – a feature unique to NOTION3 that brings the world of notation and sequencers together. This feature enables you to record MIDI input directly onto a standard notation staff while retaining all the MIDI data such as modulations, bends and dynamics. The MIDI data displayed on the staff includes duration, range in pitch, and dynamic information, which can be easily edited.

Live Performance with NTempo – NOTION3′s suite of live performance features make it possible to „play“ a notated score like a musical instrument for accompaniment, rehearsal, or professional live performances. It is the only notation product with real-time tempo control that includes vamps, repeats, and other advanced score navigation features. With the NTempo feature, you can tap the speed of a score to the fraction of note level, providing the kind of rhythmic nuance you hear when playing a traditional musical instrument. NOTION has been used in numerous touring productions worldwide ranging from hit musicals like Annie and The Wizard of Oz to Meatloaf’s Bat Out of Hell tour.

NOTION3′s street price of $199.00 is less than half the price of competitors Finale and Sibelius. NOTION Music is also offering free upgrades to registered users of NOTION 2.0 or earlier. Explaining the bold move, Boitnott says, „We know our customers were the ones that made NOTION3 possible, so we wanted to show our gratitude by giving them a gift that we are very proud of.“ Registered users of NOTION Music’s other products, PROGRESSION, and PROTÉGÉ, as well as competitive notation products like Finale and Sibelius can upgrade to NOTION3 for $99.00. Details are available on NOTION Music’s website, www.notionmusic.com.

About NOTION Music
NOTION Music, Inc. is dedicated to the advancement of music through innovative software solutions. NOTION’s award-winning software simplifies music composition, notation, and performance with the sounds of world-class musicians. NOTION Music, Inc. is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, with an International office in London, England.

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