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Found this over on Reason Station where everyone is in a titter over it. The link goes to an article on a site called Stream Works Audio. I can't say anything about the source as I have never heard of them (although some of you may have). Looks to me like a program designed specifically to kill off Reason... interesting. [quote] http://www.streamworksaudio.com/news.php Cakewalk Announces Project5 Soft Synth Workstation 10.01.2003 A complete, open-platform, virtual studio environment; combining a suite of professional soft synth instruments, samplers, pattern-based sequencing and editing tools, automatable effects, ACID-format loop editing live mixing, more— Anaheim, CA, Winter NAMM Booth 6800, (January 16, 2003) — Cakewalk, developer of the leading music and sound software for Windows, today announced the Project5 soft synth workstation, offering a complete suite of synthesizers, samplers, sequencers, audio and MIDI effects, and audio looping tools in an integrated studio environment. Project5 also allows musicians to customize and expand their software studio with support for additional soft synths, audio and MIDI effects, sample formats, and any Windows-compatible audio hardware. Project5 has a $429 MSRP U.S. and is scheduled for release in March 2003. Project5 goes beyond stand-alone soft-synth “rack” software by providing a complete, flexible production environment. It gives electronic musicians everything they need to experiment, create, and perform music using integrated sequencers, software synths, samplers, audio and MIDI effects, and audio looping tools. The Project5 soft synth workstation includes a polyphonic analog-modeling synth, professional sampler, drum synthesizer, sampling drum machine, and a groove sampler. The Project5 sequencers allow real-time and step-recording, as well as piano-roll style editing and step sequencing. Project5 also provides advanced capabilities for synth layering, keyboard mapping, real-time pattern triggering, an intuitive live-performance audio engine, and ACID™-compatible loop support. “Project5 breaks significant new ground in music software,” commented Michael Hoover, VP of product marketing for Cakewalk. “There is no other product available today that offers a more complete, more flexible, or more creative environment for sequencing, sampling, and software synthesis. Cakewalk has combined its industry-leading sequencing expertise with advanced soft synth and sampling technology. And with support for multiple plug-in and sample formats, Project5 provides an infinitely expandable studio for the ultimate experience in music creation and experimentation.” [img]http://streamworksaudio.com/images/project5.jpg[/img] Key features for Project5 Studio-quality instruments and effects Pattern-based sequencers and processors ACID™-compatible audio looping tools Real-time, seamless performance engine Open studio environment (DX, DXi, MFX, VST, VSTi, ReWire client, WDM, ASIO) Project5 instruments and effects PSYN™ — virtual analog synthesizer PSYN (“sine”) models a full-featured subtractive synthesizer, providing access to classic analog sounds of the 70s, as well as contemporary electronic sounds. Includes multiple filters, oscillators, envelope generators, and LFOs. Features a modulation matrix for tempo sync; ring modulation and FM synthesis; 64-note polyphony; parameter automation; more. DS-864™ — digital sampler A flexible, easy-to-use, multi-format digital sampler with ample manipulation capabilities and pristine audio fidelity. Features 8 layer / 64 voice polyphony; sample editing with effects; multiple resonant filters and envelope generators; 8 audio outputs for effects processing; parameter automation; key mapping; velocity zones; support for Akai S5000/6000, Kurzweil, Sound Fonts 2, WAV, AIF, and proprietary sample formats. nPulse™ — analog modular drum synthesizer Provides tone characteristics of classic TR-series drum machines, combined with the extended properties modern day soft synths. nPulse provides a convenient way to trigger and synthesize vintage-style electronic drum voices. A 12-voice multi-timbral synthesizer with per-voice oscillators; 5 assignable outputs; multiple presets; sync effects; key-mapping; parameter automation; more. Velocity™ — drum sampler (LM4, WAV, AIF) The multi-timbral drum sampler provides 18 polyphonic voices with up to 32 velocity-layered samples. Offers precise sample editing with effects; 5 stereo outputs; and full parameter automation. Supports WAV, AIF, LM4, and proprietary format sample formats. Cyclone™ — groove sampler A 16-part, ACID™-compatible groove sampler, composition tool, and loop editor. Trigger loops in real-time following the tempo and pitch changes of a project. Edit individual slices of individual loops, and even combine parts of multiple loops. Automatable effects Envelope/LFO Filter Stereo Delay/Echo with tempo sync High Frequency Exciter Classic Phaser with feedback Studio Reverb Stereo Chorus/Flanger with feedback Stereo 7-band Graphic EQ Stereo 2-band Parametric EQ Compressor/Gate Pattern & loop-based creation tools P-SEQ™ — pattern sequencer A flexible pattern sequencer with “piano roll” style editing that superimposes track automation with note data. Offers step and real-time recording, pattern preview, auto-looping, and easy-to-use editing tools. Synchron32™ — step sequencer Accurately models and expands upon analog hardware step-sequencing. Quickly generate patterns and trigger synths, and trigger patterns in real-time from MIDI devices. Provides control over pitch; rhythmic duration with shuffle; tempo sync; per-step flam, legato, bends; polyphonic mode; multiple-banks for pattern presets; more. ACID-compatible loop integration Click and drag to roll out tracks using ACID™-format loops that match your project tempo and pitch changes. Features automatic beat matching, flexible time stretching/pitch shifting, and support for multiple loops per track. Advanced synth layering and keyboard mapping Perform and record using multiple MIDI controllers routed to multiple instruments; or use multiple, layered instruments or split synths from one MIDI controller. Live-performance audio engine Project5’s seamless audio engine provides a continuous musical workflow. Allows changes to be made on the fly and never compromises playback — perfect for live performance. Expand and customize Project5 Use included synths or add DXi or VSTi synths to expand your studio Edit and mix using Project5’s included audio and MIDI FX, and additional MFX, DX, or VST effects Integrate Project5 with a ReWire-compatible host like SONAR for advanced audio recording, editing, and mixing Project5 instruments and effects integrate directly into SONAR Works with any WDM, MME, or ASIO compatible Windows hardware, and also sends MIDI Sync to outboard sequencers Pricing and Availability Project5 has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $429 U.S. and will be available March 2003. For more information, visit Cakewalk at Winter NAMM Booth 6800 or on the web at [url=http://www.cakewalk.com;]www.cakewalk.com;[/url] or call 888-CAKEWALK (617-423-9004 outside U.S.). [/quote]Anyone had a chance to play with it? That is not under NDA? ;) - DJDM
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[quote]Originally posted by GusTraX: [b]... and do YOU think it may kill our baby? ;) Looks interesting, I agree...[/b][/quote]Well the deciding factors for me would be: 1) Routing capabilities. Reason excels at this with an almost unlimited set of possibilities in that category 2) CPU load. Reason is so light that I can produce an almost unlimited rack and never have a problem. Project5 may be a little heavier but who know? Just have to wait and see. :) - DJDM
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It does look interesting. Do you know if they are offering discounts to Sonar/Cakewalk users?

Jotown:)

 

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[quote]Originally posted by Jotown: [b]It does look interesting. Do you know if they are offering discounts to Sonar/Cakewalk users?[/b][/quote]This was the most comprehensive information that I could find out about it and it does not really say... Cakewalk.com barely acknowledges that it exists on their site... Nope. I have no idea. - DJDM
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This looks really cool, but I wish they would have folded it into Sonar El Grande. I would miss linear audio recording, staff editting, etc. I hope another announcement from Cakewalk would be the addition of ASIO and native VST support to Sonar and also the ability to include some of these new Project5 components into Sonar. Pete
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Ooops, I didn't see this thread or I wouldn't have started another one about Project5. I wouldn't count on too many parts of Project5 being included with Sonar. I'm sure they're hoping people like you will rewire Project5 into Sonar instead of rewiring Reason into Sonar.
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Well, I think it looks more like an Orion Platinum killer than a Reason killer. There's no mention of rack cabling like in Reason, and it doesn't have some of the stuff that Reason does. It looks neat, but it might be more constricting in terms of routing capabilities. DXi and VSTi hosting and advanced MIDI routing seems more like Orion platinum to me, with the addition of a sequencer. Well, we may find out more details tomorrow. Shayne
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reasons interface is more musical, thats what makes people love it conciously and unconciously. the props and ableton are about the only people who really understand that no matter how powerful or how many features a program has, if the user isn't inspired by the interface they won't use it.
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[img]http://streamworksaudio.com/images/project5.jpg[/img] Key features for Project5 Studio-quality instruments and effects Pattern-based sequencers and processors ACID™-compatible audio looping tools Real-time, seamless performance engine Open studio environment (DX, DXi, MFX, VST, VSTi, ReWire client, WDM, ASIO) Project5 instruments and effects PSYN™ — virtual analog synthesizer PSYN (“sine”) models a full-featured subtractive synthesizer, providing access to classic analog sounds of the 70s, as well as contemporary electronic sounds. Includes multiple filters, oscillators, envelope generators, and LFOs. Features a modulation matrix for tempo sync; ring modulation and FM synthesis; 64-note polyphony; parameter automation; more. DS-864™ — digital sampler A flexible, easy-to-use, multi-format digital sampler with ample manipulation capabilities and pristine audio fidelity. Features 8 layer / 64 voice polyphony; sample editing with effects; multiple resonant filters and envelope generators; 8 audio outputs for effects processing; parameter automation; key mapping; velocity zones; support for Akai S5000/6000, Kurzweil, Sound Fonts 2, WAV, AIF, and proprietary sample formats. nPulse™ — analog modular drum synthesizer Provides tone characteristics of classic TR-series drum machines, combined with the extended properties modern day soft synths. nPulse provides a convenient way to trigger and synthesize vintage-style electronic drum voices. A 12-voice multi-timbral synthesizer with per-voice oscillators; 5 assignable outputs; multiple presets; sync effects; key-mapping; parameter automation; more. Velocity™ — drum sampler (LM4, WAV, AIF) The multi-timbral drum sampler provides 18 polyphonic voices with up to 32 velocity-layered samples. Offers precise sample editing with effects; 5 stereo outputs; and full parameter automation. Supports WAV, AIF, LM4, and proprietary format sample formats. Cyclone™ — groove sampler A 16-part, ACID™-compatible groove sampler, composition tool, and loop editor. Trigger loops in real-time following the tempo and pitch changes of a project. Edit individual slices of individual loops, and even combine parts of multiple loops. Automatable effects Envelope/LFO Filter Stereo Delay/Echo with tempo sync High Frequency Exciter Classic Phaser with feedback Studio Reverb Stereo Chorus/Flanger with feedback Stereo 7-band Graphic EQ Stereo 2-band Parametric EQ Compressor/Gate Pattern & loop-based creation tools P-SEQ™ — pattern sequencer A flexible pattern sequencer with “piano roll” style editing that superimposes track automation with note data. Offers step and real-time recording, pattern preview, auto-looping, and easy-to-use editing tools. Synchron32™ — step sequencer Accurately models and expands upon analog hardware step-sequencing. Quickly generate patterns and trigger synths, and trigger patterns in real-time from MIDI devices. Provides control over pitch; rhythmic duration with shuffle; tempo sync; per-step flam, legato, bends; polyphonic mode; multiple-banks for pattern presets; more. ACID-compatible loop integration Click and drag to roll out tracks using ACID™-format loops that match your project tempo and pitch changes. Features automatic beat matching, flexible time stretching/pitch shifting, and support for multiple loops per track. Advanced synth layering and keyboard mapping Perform and record using multiple MIDI controllers routed to multiple instruments; or use multiple, layered instruments or split synths from one MIDI controller. Live-performance audio engine Project5's seamless audio engine provides a continuous musical workflow. Allows changes to be made on the fly and never compromises playback — perfect for live performance. Expand and customize Project5 Use included synths or add DXi or VSTi synths to expand your studio Edit and mix using Project5's included audio and MIDI FX, and additional MFX, DX, or VST effects Integrate Project5 with a ReWire-compatible host like SONAR for advanced audio recording, editing, and mixing Project5 instruments and effects integrate directly into SONAR Works with any WDM, MME, or ASIO compatible Windows hardware, and also sends MIDI Sync to outboard sequencers Pricing and Availability Project5 has a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $429 U.S. and will be available March 2003. For more information, visit Cakewalk at Winter NAMM Booth 6800 or on the web at [url=http://www.cakewalk.com;]www.cakewalk.com;[/url] or call 888-CAKEWALK (617-423-9004 outside U.S.). http://www.streamworksaudio.com/news.php
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[quote]Originally posted by Jotown: [b]It does look interesting. Do you know if they are offering discounts to Sonar/Cakewalk users?[/b][/quote]From everything I have read in the email sent to me and found on the Cakewalk site, registered Sonar will get some kind of discount.

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Yes Chaz, you are right. I got an E-mail from Cakewalk yesterday. They will be offering some kind of deal to all registered Sonar owners, as well as some kind of bundle to those upgrading to Sonar 2.2 from an earlier version of the program.

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Still thinking "What is it for?"... I s'pose some of you guys use a *lot* of synths. I can't imagine needing it. Heck, if I had the money to spend I could buy that Lounge Lizard Electric piano, a real good B3 emulator, a good piano soundfont, and be cruisin! For once, there's not even a little stirring in the part of my brain that does gear lust. -ml
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