New Gear Alert: API Reissues 312 Mic Pre, Pedal Power from Eventide, iZotope’s Stutter Edit 2 & More

API reissues the 312 mic preamp.

A tried and true classic, API makes the 312 mic preamp available for the 500 Series format.

The 312 was originally used as the front end of the first API recording consoles. The circuitry of the unit was housed in card cages under the front “kneespace” of these early consoles, with only the gain pot mounted to the control surface.

In contrast, the new 312 is designed to fit into API’s various rack configurations, and offers one of API’s most famous mic preamps in the 500 Series format. Still based on Saul Walker’s original designs, the 312 circuitry is the building block of API’s best-selling 3124V, the 3124MV and the A2D. Utilizing API’s 2520 op-amps and proprietary transformers, the 312 delivers the analog warmth and unmistakable sound for which API is known.

The new 312 is available now, priced at $795.

Eventide is now shipping new pedalboard power solutions.

Eventide and Cioks further their partnership, delivering crucial new pedal power solutions.

Building on a decade-long collaboration with Danish power supply manufacturer Cioks, Eventide has expanded its line of state-of-the-art power solutions for pedalboards of all sizes with the introduction of PowerMINI, PowerMINI EXP and PowerMAX rev 2.

PowerMINI is a super-compact isolated power supply for smaller pedalboards that ensures pedals will achieve maximum fidelity. It provides two outputs rated at 9VDC/660 mA, plus two outputs switchable to 9, 12, 15 or 18VDC at up to 660mA, all in a package weighing .5 lbs and measuring only 1″ high. The unit can be used stand-alone or as an expander for PowerMAX via a 24VDC aux input (24VDC Link cable available separately).

PowerMINI EXP is the expander kit for PowerMAX rev 2. It is identical to the PowerMINI in every respect except it does not include the low-profile inline external AC power adapter, but does include the 24VDC Link cable for direct connection to the PowerMAX rev 2. It can be used stand-alone, as an expander kit for PowerMAX rev 2 via the 24VDC aux link, or for low-current analog pedals using the supplied cables on the original PowerMAX. The unit can also be powered from any power adaptor rated from 9-24VDC (either positive or negative center is acceptable), or 9-12VAC.

PowerMAX rev 2 updates the original PowerMAX by adding a dedicated, isolated 24VDC auxiliary output for powering the PowerMINI or another device compatible with 24VDC. Just like the original PowerMAX and PowerMINI, the PowerMAX rev 2 ensures pedals will achieve maximum fidelity and delivers an unprecedented 42W of power capable of powering up to seven high-current pedals via three outputs of 9VDC/660mA; four outputs switchable to 9, 12, 15 or 18VDC at up to 660mA; a 24VDC AUX output to feed a PowerMINI expander; and a USB output to power a smartphone or tablet. Each outlet has an individual LED status indicator, and a three-color LED true power meter gives a visual representation of how much power is being used in total. All outputs are isolated and ultra-low noise.

For pricing and further information on the Eventide PowerMAX product line, click here.

iZotope and GRAMMY-nominated composer, BT, launch Stutter Edit 2.

iZotope, in collaboration with BT, unleash version 2 of Stutter Edit, further streamlining the waveform-slicing tool.

Stutter Edit 2 creates the famous “stutter” editing effect with one button, slicing audio into small fragments and sequencing the pieces into razor-sharp rhythmic effects, recreating techniques that previously took hours to perfect in a studio. In addition to these trademark stutter effects, performers and producers can juggle between a multitude of rhythmic gestures to build tension and create dynamics, both in live performances and studio arrangements.

This new version offers an easier setup experience and a greatly expanded suite of effects that give access to near-infinite combinations of sound. With new Auto Mode, you can add sounds to mixes without routing, or easily connect a MIDI controller to access multiple gestures at once. The new version also includes an upgraded Distort module and new Comb, Chorus, and Limiter modules, a new Reverb module from BT’s personal collection, along with a suite of 11 effects. Every parameter in Stutter Edit 2 can be set to move in time with the gesture, letting you create everything from automatic pans to jumping reverb effects, and more.

Stutter Edit 2 is available now, priced at $199.

Focusrite x Novation: Sound Collective gifts Plug-in Collective members FrozenPlain Obelisk and more.

Focusrite and Novation continue to cross-pollenate exciting Sound and Plug-in Collective offerings, this time in collaboration with FrozenPlain.

Just as Plug-in Collective does for Focusrite customers, Sound Collective provides Novation MIDI controller and synth owners with inspirational free plug-ins every two months, recent examples including a panoply of inspirational instruments and effects from the likes of iZotope, KV331 Audio, Serato, and Roli. Sound Collective’s latest giveaway is FrozenPlain’s super intuitive MIDI harmonizing and key/scale snapping plug-in, Obelisk, and now they’re opening that offer up to all Plug-in Collective members as well.

Obelisk is a powerful VST/AU plug-in that turns monophonic MIDI sequences into key/scale-constrained chord progressions, based on your specifications. Select the harmonic intervals you want to have automatically stacked above and/or below the incoming notes from an extensive menu, or load one of a variety of preset chords, then set a key and scale from a similarly comprehensive roster to constrain the chords to that tonal base.

Wraith, meanwhile, is available at a 30% discount with this offer as well. This flexible synthesizer is built for dark cinematic sound design, with three independent layers each drawing on a library of 230 samples and featuring its own filtering, modulation, EQ, and looping controls.

Plug-in Collective members can download Obelisk for free from their Focusrite account, and claim their 30% discount on Wraith, between June 18th and August 6th, 2020.

Output unleashes the THERMAL distortion plugin.

Output’s THERMAL employs an XY axis and multi-stage engine to deliver a unique brand of distortion to your signal.

THERMAL is an interactive effect that allows you to easily create powerful and layered distortion sounds. It breaks ground with a multi-stage engine that goes far beyond what multi-band distortions traditionally accomplish, inviting experimentation and inspiring creativity.

THERMAL’s XY control provides an easy interface to enhance harmonics by tapping into its layered engines, each with analog and digital distortion algorithms, effects, modulation, and imaging. Additional features of THERMAL include (but are not limited to): 250 presets for immediate playability, interactive waveform manipulation, mid-side and time-based width, 15+ custom distortion types, 9 built-in effects with an additional master compressor and filter, and much more.

THERMAL requires Mac OS 10.9, Windows 7 or later, and is priced at $149.

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