We're back from NAMM and straight into the final push for impOSCar2. Barring no major surprises, the intended release date is March.....although probably more towards the end of March if we're honest.
However, with an instrument and effects version, Mac & PC, RTAS, Audiounits, VST & Standalone, plus three different GUI sizes for each, you'll understand how epic a job this has been. We're confident the wait will have been worth it but thanks for your patience nonetheless.
Right....back to work.
NAMM 2010
Wednesday, 13th January, 2010
We're off to Winter NAMM 2010 and for the first time in ten years we're not shackled to a booth for the duration. However, we'll be revealing a couple of rather cool things in the customary Sonicstate video so keep an eye on their site for more details.
Obviously, while we're away, support, shipping and general communication will be limited, so thanks in advance for your patience between now and Tuesday 19th January, when we return.
Polly Scattergood's "Bunny Club"
Friday, 11th December, 2009
It's no secret that we are great fans of the lovely Tara Busch. In this piece Tara talks about her remix of Polly Scattergood's "Bunny Club" and her use of our instruments during the process.
Tara also appeared in the latest Sonicstate podcast. If you've never listened to the Sonicstate podcast now is as good a time as any to pin your ears back and check one out.
Tara can also be seen performing "We Can See Mars" from her new solo album Pilfershire Lane.
We're delighted to see our Minimonsta propping up the stack.
Underworld iDrum Edition
Wednesday, 5th August, 2009
We've been busy on another project besides imp2 and we're pleased to announce that the iDrum Underworld Edition is now available in the iTunes store.
Underworld's Rick Smith and GForce's Dave Spiers re-programmed the Underworld Live multi-tracks and songs specifically for iDrum, using a huge selection of drum, percussion, melody, voice and effects samples for you to tweak and experiment with. You can even mix and match samples from different tracks to create your own mash-ups or unique remixes.
The app also includes artwork by Tomato co-founder and Underworld Creative Director, John Warwicker.
Tracks include:
Beautiful Burnout
Born Slippy (NUXX)
Cowgirl
Crocodile
Jumbo
King Of Snake
Lenne Penne
Mo Move
Moaner
Nu Train
Pearl's Girl
Two Months Off
VoxJam (a new track for iDrum)
Band touring season is upon us and across the globe GForce Instruments are being incorporated into various live systems for a summer on the road.
U2, Kasabian and Bruce Springsteen are using the M-Tron Pro. Underworld live shows starting on May 1st will feature VSM & and a special beta version of impOSCar 2. The long awaited Ultravox Reunion Tour features VSM, impOSCar, Oddity and Minimonsta, the latter used by both Billy Currie, Warren Cann and Chris Cross. Last but not least, Depeche Mode will be touring with impOSCar emanating from their six trusty Receptor units.
Granted, it's not strictly gig news, but we also heard that the forthcoming Dr Who, Planet O' Spiders episode makes use of a flute and clarinet combo sound from the Tron Pro. "Pure Radiophonics" was the quote from the sound designer
impOSCar 2
Thursday, 22nd January, 2009
We're back from NAMM where we previewed the glorious impOSCar 2 which caused quite a stir. Inevitably we returned to loads of emails asking for audio demos and a feature list so while we put our heads down and get it finished, here's some info to whet your appetite
M-Tron Pro - Reviews & Awards
Thursday, 8th January, 2009
We're celebrating here because the M-Tron Pro reviews are in and Future Music magazine have given it with a Platinum Award in line with all previous reviews of our previous instruments.
There's more awards too, with Computer Music bestowing a Performance Award, a score of 9/10, and a verdict of: "There's little to fault here, and much to get excited about, making this a worthy successor to M-Tron. Great work GForce!"
MusicTech magazine also loved the instrument bestowing a MusicTech Choice Award and commenting "M-Tron Pro is a virtual instrument that is packed with character and boasts the most comprehensive set of Melly tape banks we've ever seen. If you like your sounds dark, dirty and lo-fi, then the M-Tron Pro is a must."
Sound On Sound magazine summarizes their review with "The M-Tron graduates to long trousers with this highly enjoyable, easy to use 'Pro' version of G-Force's popular, well-loved Melly plug-in. Its dual-layer structure orders subtractive synthesis, effects, full MIDI control and a greatly expanded code library. Twice the fun!"
It's not quite up there with the quote from a user of "This instrument has more character than a politician has excuses" but we're happy, nonetheless.
Finally, the Audio News Room website has given the M-Tron Pro a Sonic Joy 2008 award, commenting "The M-Tron has been a must for any vintage sounds lover since it came out, years ago. Now with the M-Tron Pro they are taking the whole concept to a new level."
Master Craftsman.
Tuesday, 2nd December, 2008
We've a new M-Tron Pro demo and we think it's something to shout about because, not only is it a fine example of what can be done with the instrument, it was composed by
David Hentschel.
David was responsible for engineering and producing many seminal albums from David Bowie, Queen, Genesis and countless others. He even engineered Elton John's Yellow Brick Road album and played the ARP on Funeral For A Friend.
We'll be talking in detail to David about his work soon but in the meanwhile check out his M-Tron Pro demo.
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