Unit

SFX Machine 1.05 Audio Multi-effects

The Sound Guy, Inc., has announced the release of SFX Machine RT 1.05, an audio multi-effects plug-in. Version 1.05 increases the available delay time by a factor of four; it also fixes a bug which could cause incorrect delays at higher sample rates.

SFX Machine RT has been used to do sound design for radio production, TV shows, feature films, CDs and video games. The interface is streamlined for fast and easy use in audio production environments. The software is available in VST as well as Audio Unit format.

The SFX Machine Simulator is an online Flash program which provides a fun, interactive way to try a simulated version of SFX Machine without having to download and install the demo (which is also available.

Note:

Monster iCruze now shipping through multiple nationwide dealers

15358071 966d08986e m Monster iCruze now shipping through multiple nationwide dealersMonster is proud to announce that iCruze is now shipping and available via multiple dealers throughout the US including Best Buy, Comp USA, Good Guys and Ultimate Electronics. The iCruze, which connects directly to a car’s stereo, is Monster’s latest iPod accessory, which allows consumers to play their entire music collection through their car audio systems by acting as a virtual CD Changer.

The cost of the main iCruze unit is USD$249.95. The optional display for iCruze is USD$99.95. Additional interface connecting cables that match specific car models may also be required, which range in price from USD$30 to USD$160 depending on the complexity of the OEM stereo.

Note:

Getting the best possible Mac performance out of AltiVec

Apple clearly has a substantial interest in making sure that programmers targeting the Mac are getting the best possible performance out of AltiVec processors. The AltiVec unit is not really just a single processing component: it’s a number of different components, and in principle, all of them can be running at once. This article gives an overview of performance considerations that will help you get started making the best possible use of an AltiVec processor.

Note: