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Brainwerks: Pro Tools Operator Tutorials Now Available

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Pro Tools super genius Stefan Hedengren presents this collection of video tutorials will show you how to tame the most commonly used functions of the beast that is known as Pro Tools. 

Brainwerks Pro Tools Operator covers basics such as I/O setup and fast track creation, to more advanced topics such as stems, submixes, Elastic Time, daily clean up along with personal tricks to assist in recording.

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Daedelus On The Monome & Live Electronic Performance

Electronic musician/producer Daedelus talks about originally playing the double bass, disillusionment with Jazz, and his transition to electronic music. With his demonstration of the Monome, he also gives great insight into what’s possible for live electronic performances and reveals ways in which producers could possibly elevate their craft.  You’ve gotta love the energy and artistic … Read more

K-Def’s Willie Boo Boo “The Fool” Updated & Re-released

There’s no shortage of great producer material dropping lately.  This Tuesday K-Def also released an updated version of Willie Boo Boo "The Fool" to digital retailers with the promise of a deluxe 4 piece vinyl available this winter. Bonus Download: K-Def on WNYU 89.1FM’s The Halftime Show. Grab Willie Boo Boo "The Fool" over at … Read more

Bangladesh Revokes Tracks From Lazy Rappers

Another interview with Bangladesh… this time he talks about initially linking up with Ludacris, making of A-Milli, and revoking tracks from lazy artists with no hustle.  There’s also a fairly lengthly discussion about the fact that A-Milli had no hook and original version of the song where Cory Gunz was removed from the track.

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DIY Vinyl Coffee Table W/ 12” Wheels

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Have you been wondering what to do what all those dollar bin misfires?  Being that vinyl addicts are generally a pretty inventive bunch, it’s not surprising that someone has created a coffee table made out of records.  What’s really impressive is that the table actually has four rolling 12" wheels.

[via SS forums]

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U-Control UMA25S Keyboard Controller Introduced By BEHRINGER

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Those in need of a compact keyboard controller might be interested in BEHRINGER’s introduction of the U-CONTROL UMA25S.

Featuring a USB audio interface, 25 velocity-sensitive keys, and 21 assignable controllers, the keyboard also ships with the DAW software energyXT2 Compact BEHRINGER Edition and numerous plugins.

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2008 DMC USA FINALS: Knitting Factory NYC

The 2008 USA DMC Finals will take place on August 30th at NYC’s Knitting Factory and will feature winners of the previously held regional battles.  Winners of the Supremacy and Team battles will advance to the DMC World Finals held on Sept 26-27th, 2008 in London, England. Knitting Factory 74 Leonard St., NYC 8pm. All … Read more

Large Professor – Main Source (Coming September 30th)

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In case you needed further proof that we’re living in the age of the producer, Large Professor returns from the lab to drop another bag full of goodies!  His upcoming album entitled Main Source is virtually guaranteed to bring pure beat satisfaction.

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E-MU Offers Proteus VX As Free Download

Who loves ya baby!? The folks over at E-MU has just dropped a gem on us with a free download of the full version of Proteus VX Software Sound Module software including the enhanced v2.0.1 Proteus X Composer Bank.  That’s right people… a completely unlocked full version! Here’s the kicker…"Proteus VX is not copy protected … Read more

Mike Gao’s Enhanced Beatbox To MIDI

I never get tired of Mike Gao and his unusual production techniques.  This time he gives an enhanced demo of his beatbox to MIDI technique using headphones and Ableton Live 7.  He’s now added the ability to change MIDI notes on the fly during a performance as he lays down drums, synths, and filter.