Sonar is back under the name Cakewalk by BandLab

Published in DJ Software

SONAR relaunches as ‘Cakewalk by BandLab’: Iconic DAW now free to download for everyone

  • World-leading DAW SONAR, with the entire SONAR Platinum feature set, is relaunching as Cakewalk by BandLab
  • Full authentication and unlimited feature-access will be available free
  • Early access to Cakewalk by BandLab is available now on Windows

SINGAPORE, 4 APRIL 2018 — Today, BandLab Technologies launched early access to ‘Cakewalk by BandLab’ – replacing SONAR, the iconic DAW developed by Cakewalk Inc. This highly anticipated product release follows BandLab Technologies’ announcement just last month that it had acquired all of Cakewalk’s IP and certain assets from Gibson Brands.   

The new successor to the legendary DAW is available to download for free now at https://cakewalk.bandlab.com. The revived DAW includes all core premium features of SONAR Platinum such as the award-winning Skylight user interface, flexible ProChannel modules, and powerful end-to-end 64-bit mix engine.

CEO of BandLab Technologies, Meng Ru Kuok said, “We are excited to be able to continue development of SONAR in its new guise as Cakewalk by BandLab and have an aggressive feature development roadmap ahead. We are making the software completely free to use to ensure that anyone, regardless of their resources, technology or stage in their career, can have access to the highest level of professional music production tools. This is part of our ongoing effort to empower musicians to make and share their music around the world. Professional products like Cakewalk are essential to those who make their living in music production and the natural next step for musicians who use platforms like BandLab to simplify their creative and collaborative process. We are very excited by the potential of Cakewalk by BandLab and think that many creators will benefit from access to a professional DAW with a long history of empowering music makers.”

Cakewalk by BandLab will continue SONAR’s track record of world-leading innovation for creatives using Microsoft Windows. Pete Brown, from Microsoft’s Windows and Devices Group, said “We’re thrilled that Cakewalk has found a new home with a company that understands the musician community, and that cares sincerely about digital audio production. Cakewalk has been a great partner, working to make their DAW better for their customers by quickly adopting new Windows features like pen, Bluetooth MIDI, multi-touch, Dial, and more. We look forward to working closely with BandLab to continue this innovation.” Cakewalk by BandLab will support pen, touch and Surface Dial throughout the user interface.

The Windows version of Cakewalk by BandLab is available to download now. For more information visit https://cakewalk.bandlab.com.

Note to Editor

Cakewalk by BandLab is a streamlined version of SONAR Platinum – and certain third party products and content bundles will no longer be included. Existing users who have already purchased bundles or individual third party products and plug-ins can still use those products with Cakewalk by BandLab.

  • The new installation of Cakewalk by BandLab via BandLab Assistant will not affect previous installations of SONAR.
  • All users can download Cakewalk by BandLab and access the full feature set for free, without access limitations.
  • Any bundled or independently purchased plug-ins or add-ons that worked with SONAR will integrate with Cakewalk by BandLab.

More detail on the feature offering can be found at https://cakewalk.bandlab.com.


About BandLab Technologies

BandLab Technologies is a collective of global music brands with a vision to connect the world of music.

Together, our brands share a passion. We’re driven by integrating the physical, digital and social supply chain, to enable better experiences, opportunities, and connections for all music lovers.

BandLab, the group’s flagship digital product, is a social music platform that enables creators to make music and share the creative process with other musicians and fans. Other notable brands within the portfolio include Rolling Stone, the world’s leading voice in pop culture and music since 1967, MONO, an award-winning music lifestyle product company, and Swee Lee, Asia’s leading online retailer and distributor of musical instruments and pro-audio brands.

Established in 2016, BandLab Technologies is headquartered in Singapore. For more information about BandLab by Cakewalk, visit https://cakewalk.bandlab.com.


By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: Software

Beatport Acquires DJ Streaming Service Pulselocker

Published in DJControl Jogvision

“Beatport’s acquisition of Pulselocker's core technology affirms our dedication to moving our platform into the next generation and servicing the DJ community in new and innovative ways.
Our implementation of Pulselocker’s technology will take some time, but we promise to update you as soon as it’s ready for the the light of day.
If you are a former Pulselocker customer or technology partner: Welcome to the Beatport family!
While we cannot share concrete details on our plans for implementation we are happy to speak with anyone who has any questions, comments, concerns, or suggestions.”

Source
https://support.beatport.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002234912

Pulselocker service was supported in Serato DJ software.
It is a good news for DJs as Beatport implementing Pulselocker’s technology may mean
1)      Beatport will offer a service for DJs to play streaming in public,
2)      This service may include a locker = the function to “lock” an audio streaming to play it offline afterwards.

By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: Streaming

Universal DJ on The Wire Real

Published in Universal DJ

The Wire Realm has published a nice and detailed review on Hercules Universal DJ.

https://www.wirerealm.com/reviews/hercules-universal-dj-controller-rev iew

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Hercules STAFF3


Tags: Universal DJ, Review

InsideAudio Review of XPS 2.080

Published in Speakers

InsideAudio has published a review of XPS 2.080
https://www.insideaudio.net/en/blog/djs/a/review-hercules-xps-20-80-dj -monitor-the-best-in-its-class
 

More on InsideAudio:
- InsideAudio DJ blog https://www.insideaudio.net/en/blog/djs
- Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/insideaudio.net/
- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/insideaudioblog/

By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: XPS, Review

InsideAudio Review of P32 DJ

Published in P32DJ

InsideAudio has published a review of P32 DJ
https://www.insideaudio.net/en/blog/djs/hardware/a/review-the-hercules -p32-dj-controller
 

More on InsideAudio:
- InsideAudio DJ blog https://www.insideaudio.net/en/blog/djs
- Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/insideaudio.net/
- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/insideaudioblog/
By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: P32 DJ, Review

InsideAudio Review of DJControl Jogvision

Published in DJControl Jogvision

InsideAudio has published a review on DJControl Jogvision

https://www.insideaudio.net/en/blog/djs/hardware/a/review-hercules-dj- control-jogvision
 

More on InsideAudio:
- InsideAudio DJ blog https://www.insideaudio.net/en/blog/djs
- Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/insideaudio.net/
- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/insideaudioblog/
By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Jogvision, Review

DJControl Instinct P8 on The Wire Realm

Published in DJControl Instinct P8

The Wire Realm has published a nice review on DJControl Instinct P8.
https://www.wirerealm.com/reviews/hercules-djcontrol-instinct-p8-dj-co ntroller-review

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Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Instinct P8, Review

Universal DJ on Radio FG

Published in Universal DJ

Radio FG, a major radio for DJs in France, shows interest in Hercules Universal DJ.


https://www.facebook.com/radiofg/photos/a.143458728482.113301.84491984 82/10155247252533483/?type=3
"You want to learn to mix with your computer, tablet or smartphone. Our Partner Hercules has started a lot of Djs with his universal DJ Controller. 2 Decks, 16 Pads Pads, an integrated card, delivered with his software and his mix apps... now you have to organize your home Your own clubbing parties. Hercules DJ Mix Room http://urlz.fr/6yY9
· See original ·"

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Hercules STAFF3


Tags: Universal DJ

Serato releases Serato DJ Pro & Serato DJ Lite

Published in DJControl Jogvision

Serato, the software publisher who developped the DJ software Serato DJ and Serato DJ Intro, has released today

- Serato DJ Pro 2.0, replacing Serato DJ



What's new in Serato DJ Pro?

Practice Mode
Practice Mode allows you to mix two tracks together with no hardware connected - ideal for testing out your blends wherever you are.

64-bit support: Bigger libraries and rock solid reliability
64-bit support now means Serato DJ Pro performs better than ever with virtually no limit on library size.

Performance pad mode / Performance Pad view
Display your cue points in a new but very familiar layout. This makes planning and performing your routines more efficient.

Hi-DPI and scalable layout: Optimised for high resolution screens
Serato DJ Pro has been optimised for high definition Retina, 4K and UHD displays.

Improved help and support
The new help section includes tooltips, shortcut keys and tutorials. You’ll also have the option to contact our support team, and the ability to search our knowledge base in-app.



Serato DJ Lite 1.0, replacing Serato DJ Intro,


What's new in Serato DJ Lite

Practice Mode
Practice Mode allows you to mix two tracks together without DJ hardware plugged in. Great if you don’t have your controller with you and feel like a jam.

Performance pad mode
Display your cue points in a new but very familiar layout. This makes planning and performing your routines more efficient.

Hi-DPI and scalable layout, Optimised for high resolution screens
Serato DJ Lite has been optimised for high definition Retina, 4K and UHD displays.

Improved help and support
The new help section includes tooltips, shortcut keys and tutorials. You’ll also have the option to contact our support team, and the ability to search our knowledge base in-app.

If you have a DJControl Jogvision
- you can use and control Serato DJ Lite on DJControl Jogvision,
- if you have bought an upgrade license for Serato DJ, you can use and control Serato DJ Pro on DJ Control Jogvision.

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Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Jogvision, Serato

DJ Aser Trap Mix

Published in DJControl Jogvision

Hello,

DJ Aser has released another mix on DJControl Jogvision

It is called trap mix 2018.
By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Jogvision