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Unleash Musical Genius with Notion Mobile App by PreSonus

Unleash Musical Genius with Notion Mobile App by PreSonus In the ever-evolving realm of musical technology, creators and composers are now unshackled from the confines of traditional instruments. Thanks to cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence and software, the ability to craft fully orchestrated masterpieces rests within our grasp. PreSonus' groundbreaking Notion Mobile app introduces a dynamic and user-friendly composition interface, empowering individuals to breathe life into their musical concepts without […]

August 9, 2023 21

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Pioneer DJ Enhances rekordbox with GoogleDrive Support

Pioneer DJ Enhances rekordbox with GoogleDrive Support Pioneer DJ has expanded the capabilities of its rekordbox software by incorporating GoogleDrive compatibility within its Cloud Library Sync function. Previously, rekordbox only integrated with Dropbox for cloud storage purposes. However, this update, featured in the latest version of rekordbox for Mac/Windows (ver. 6.7.4), now enables users to upload tracks from their rekordbox libraries to GoogleDrive. This enhancement follows Pioneer DJ's earlier move […]

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Grandmaster Flash’s Clever Trick to Protect His Drum Breaks from Copying

Grandmaster Flash's Clever Trick to Protect His Drum Breaks from Copying Grandmaster Flash, the renowned DJ and producer, has revealed a clever technique he used to safeguard his unique drum breaks from being copied by other DJs. Flash gained fame for his Quick Mix Theory method, which involved extending drum breaks using duplicate vinyl records. In a recent interview with Music News, the DJ, who is also credited with inventing […]

August 9, 2023 12

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Mac DeMarco Urges Spotify to Add High-Definition Streaming Option

Mac DeMarco Urges Spotify to Add High-Definition Streaming Option Mac DeMarco has commended Spotify for its user-friendliness but called for the platform to expedite the addition of high-definition (hi-def) streaming. Spotify introduced its Hi-Fi "supremium" plan in 2021 but has yet to implement it. In an interview with NME, DeMarco revealed that he recently started using Spotify, having previously used YouTube. He explained that he opted for Spotify to utilize […]

August 9, 2023 42

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Spotify Launches Global Rollout of Its AI-Powered DJ Feature

Spotify Launches Global Rollout of Its AI-Powered DJ Feature Spotify has introduced its AI-driven DJ feature, known as Spotify DJ, to over 50 markets worldwide. This beta DJ uses Spotify's personalization technology and OpenAI's artificial intelligence to curate continuous playlists of songs. The feature initially launched in English in February for Spotify Premium users in the US and Canada, expanding to the UK and Ireland in May. While the global […]

August 9, 2023 8

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Pioneer DJ Introduces Innovative DDJ-REV5 Scratch Controller

Pioneer DJ Introduces Innovative DDJ-REV5 Scratch Controller Pioneer DJ has taken the wraps off its latest advancement in DJ technology - the DDJ-REV5 scratch controller. Designed with the aim of enhancing open-format DJ performances, this two-channel controller boasts enlarged platters with a tactile vinyl-like texture. Its interface has been thoughtfully crafted to cater to the needs of turntablists and open format DJs, featuring elements such as Stems buttons, Auto BPM […]

August 7, 2023 100

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Can A.I. Translate Thoughts into Music?

Can A.I. Translate Thoughts into Music? Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) continues to push the boundaries of innovation, captivating not only the music industry but various other domains as well. A recent groundbreaking development by Google has brought forth a remarkable study exploring the conversion of brain scans into music through A.I. technology. This intersection of neuroscience and technology holds the promise of unprecedented possibilities. Conducted in collaboration with Osaka University, the […]

August 4, 2023 46

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TextToSample: Revolutionizing Sample Generation with AI-Powered Plugin

TextToSample: Revolutionizing Sample Generation with AI-Powered Plugin Samplab, the developers behind the renowned AI-based sample editing software, have introduced their latest innovation, TextToSample – an AI-powered sample generation plugin. This groundbreaking tool allows music producers to create music samples based on simple text prompts, and the best part? It's available for free. With TextToSample, users can describe the desired sound, and the AI magic takes over. With just a click, […]

August 4, 2023 22

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Scott Storch Collaborates with KRK for Exclusive Speaker Edition

Scott Storch Collaborates with KRK for Exclusive Speaker Edition KRK Systems, renowned for its studio monitors, headphones, and subwoofers catering to producers, musicians, and sound engineers, has partnered with celebrated music producer Scott Storch to unveil a limited edition signature speaker. While KRK has never previously teamed up with an artist to develop their own studio monitors, the introduction of the Limited Edition Signature Model marks a departure from tradition. […]

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