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Ozone combines analog modeling with 64-bit digital precision to deliver a complete set of world-class mastering processors.

From the warm sound of tube modeled equalizers to the pure transparency of linear phase filters, Ozone provides the tools and the technology you need to deliver top notch audio masters.

• Published: 2005-04-05 00:00:00

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Analog synthesizers hold a very special place in the history of music technology. Expressive, organic, enigmatic, alluring, bulky, expensive... These are just some of the words that come to mind when we think of the classic analog synths of the 60's, 70's and 80's. Often made by hand in limited quantities, these technological wonders were usually only available to the elite musicians of their time. Fast forward to the 21st Century: the replicated sound and entire experience of these rare synth classics can now be yours, fully integrated into your Digital Performer desktop studio. Arturia, one of the leading developers of faithfully reproduced classic analog synths, has just released perhaps the most coveted of all: the ARP 2600...

• Published: 2005-02-09 12:33:08

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Efficiency. It's the holy grail for every plug-in. How much magic can a plug-in pull off, without bringing your Mac to its knees? For the all-new Power Suite plug-in bundle from Wave Arts, the answer is: a lot of magic! Wave Arts plug-ins are known for their native Digital Performer (MAS plug-in format) support, CPU efficient operation and spectacular sound. And now they're available in one convenient bundle at an incredible price.

• Published: 2005-01-13 18:58:44

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Reverbs are like microphones: there's no such thing as having too many. And fortunately for Digital Performer users, there are hundreds of Audio Unit plug-ins out there, including dozens of reverbs in all shapes, sizes and flavors. A great example is RoomVerb M2 from SpinAudio, an Audio Unit that offers acoustic modeling, a unique sound, and streamlined performance.

• Published: 2005-01-06 18:20:23

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Digital Performer's included Plate plug-in is a favorite among DP users seeking that retro 'verb sound made famous by Wipeout and other rock and roll classics. But now, Universal Audio has introduced Plate 140, a new plug-in for the DSP-accelerated UAD-1 PCI card that delivers vintage plate reverb to the DP mixing environment with astonishing realism.

• Published: 2004-12-14 18:09:54

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Among the first MAS plug-ins ever, the Nautilus bundle from Audio Ease makes its triumphant return for DP4 and Mac OS X. This one-of-a-kind collection of three plug-ins surfed the leading edge of a tidal wave of 3rd-party MAS plug-ins. And now they're back, ready to submerge your audio into the depths of an entire ocean of unique DSP effects.

• Published: 2004-11-23 13:52:44

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With today's enormous proliferation of virtual instruments, we are all searching for ways to streamline our Digital Performer virtual studio. We're searching for a handful of highly capable instruments that give us a broad sound palette, presented in a compact, simple user interface. For example, MachFive is the perfect solution for consolidating all of our sample libraries at our fingertips in one window. But what about all of those vintage, classic synths that we wish we could turn into extra cash on eBay - or the ones we wish we had owned but never did? Finally, there is a simple, elegant answer: ultimate Sound Bank's Ultra Focus.

• Published: 2004-11-11 19:32:17

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Hundreds of third-party plug-ins are available for Digital Performer. These products will amaze and astound you with their depth, sophistication and sheer impact. From artful EQs, to reality-warping special effects, to ultra-fresh virtual instruments, third-party plug-ins will make your Digital Performer projects sound even better. Today's featured plug-in is Filter from Antares.

• Published: 2004-11-05 18:08:48

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