Cambridge, MA – (May 9, 2013) – iZotope, Inc, a research-driven audio technology company, has licensed multiple audio processing technologies for inclusion in the new Adobe® Premiere® Pro CC, the video production component of Adobe Creative Cloud. The industry-leading, cross-platform video editor now features a suite of audio effects including convolution reverb, vocal enhancer, mastering tools, single and multiband compressors, and other audio technologies.

“We’re happy to continue our long-standing relationship with Adobe by making this collection of iZotope tools, currently available within Adobe Audition®, available to Adobe Premiere Pro CC users as well, ” says Scott Simon, Business Development Manager for iZotope. “We’re excited to help even more members of the creative media community enhance their audio.”

“We’re pleased to announce the inclusion of iZotope technology in the new version of Adobe Premier Pro. Adobe Premiere Pro CC offers incredible performance and features for video professionals,” says Simon Williams, Director of Strategic Relations at Adobe. “iZotope’s audio processing is a perfect fit for the growing video market and will enable Adobe Premiere Pro users to use a range of audio tools directly within their post production workflow.”

For more information about iZotope technologies for licensing, visit www.izotope.com/tech.

About Adobe Creative Cloud
Adobe Creative Cloud is a simple monthly membership that provides the entire collection of Adobe tools. Members get access to every new feature upgrade as soon as it is available – at no additional cost. Membership offers ongoing access to all of the Adobe creative desktop applications, including new features as they become available, plus online services for file sharing, publishing, and more. To learn more about Creative Cloud for Video Pros, visit http://www.adobe.com/products/creativecloud/video.html.

About iZotope
iZotope is a research-driven audio software company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its products and audio technology are used by millions of people in over 50 countries, from hobbyist musicians to GRAMMY® Award winners. iZotope focuses on developing innovative audio technology for professional and consumer applications. This core technology is presented to customers in its award-winning product line and through its extensive licensing program. For more information on iZotope products, visit www.izotope.com.

Altered and Modular Sound Libraries Now Available

Cambridge, MA (May 8, 2013) – iZotope, a leading innovator in digital signal processing, has released two new sound libraries for Iris, the ground-breaking visual synthesizer. Altered and Modular, the largest sound libraries to date, will join Glass, Wood, Voice, Toys, and Food to round out the new Iris+7 bundle, available now.

Altered, the first of two new instrument based sound libraries for Iris, reimagines familiar musical instruments like piano, guitar, and bass by uncovering unconventional timbres through bowing, scraping, bending, and more. Altered includes over 300 new samples such as Plastic Rod on Harp, Piano Strings Resonant Spoon, and Didgeridoo Into Fan, and 200 professionally designed patches like Spectral Bubble, Dub Trombone, and Visual Karate.

Modular, the second new library, is based on samples created from new and vintage modular synths. Ranging from pulsing tones and lush effects to glitchy syncopations and Cartesian sequencing, Modular is designed to harness varied sonic palettes into musical patches for any project. Modular features over 600 samples including Growler Bass, Butterfly Chaos, and Funk Bot Pulse, and 300 patches like Metal Sloths, Zaptastic, Murky Glitch, and Ghost Mallets.

“When Iris was first released in April of 2012, we explored the incredible sonic possibilities of materials like Glass, Wood, Voice, Toys, and Food,” says Jack Cote, Product Manager at iZotope. “Now in 2013, Altered and Modular are bringing traditional musical instruments and vintage synth designs into the Iris world, with thousands of new sounds to kick off your next track. If you don’t have Iris yet, it’s the perfect time to get everything Iris, all at once, with Iris+7.”

To learn more about Iris+7 and the new Altered and Modular libraries, visit www.izotope.com/iris.

Pricing and Availability
Through May 23, 2013, all products in the Iris family are over 30% off, including Iris and all sound libraries.
Iris+7 is now available for $239 (reg.$349 / € 285 EUR MSRP)
Iris Altered is available for $34 (reg. $49 / €35 EUR MSRP)
Iris Modular is available for $34 (reg. $49 / €35 EUR MSRP)
To purchase, please visit www.izotope.com/products/audio/iris/buy.asp.

About iZotope
iZotope is a research-driven audio technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its award- winning products and audio technologies are in use by millions of people in over fifty countries, from consumers to musicians to major film, TV, and radio studios. Some of the diverse clients include musical giants like BT, Depeche Mode, and RZA of WuTang Clan; radio stations like Boston’s iconic WGBH; and TV programming like CBS’s Survivor, the Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Catch, the World Cup broadcast, and the GRAMMY awards. Through an extensive licensing program, iZotope technology is also directly integrated into products made by industry leaders such as Adobe, Avid, and Sony; video games from companies like Harmonix and Ubisoft; as well as a growing number of mobile phone applications. For more information on iZotope products, visit www.izotope.com.

Media contact
Martina McConnon
Music Marcom
phone: 610-480-8360
email: martina@musicmarcom.com
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iZotope presents John Perry’s 8 part Vocal Master Class featuring both Nectar and Nectar Elements

John Perry knows a thing or two about vocals. He sang with The Beatles on Hey Jude, and as a support singer, he has worked with Kiki Dee and Elton John, Roger Daltry of The Who, Leo Sayer, Elkie Brooks, Al Stewart, and many others. He knows that everything from mic placement to reverb settings can make or break the perfect vocal take. To get the best results, John likes to work with Nectar and Nectar Elements.

He now shares his knowledge about best practices for getting the most out of your vocals. The 8 part Vocal Master Class at http://izotope.com/products/audio/nectar/protips.asp is the latest addition to iZotope’s Pro Tips.

Please let your readers know about these comprehensive, free video tutorials and share the following link in your social media, e-newsletters, on your blogs and websites: http://izotope.com/products/audio/nectar/protips.asp

For more information about Nectar and Nectar Elements, please visit http://izotope.com/products/audio/nectar/ and please contact me if you would like to review Nectar or Nectar Elements, or if you have any questions.

Thank you!

The definite guide to the most important music technologies of the past 15 years

MONTCLAIR, NJ (April 15, 2013) – From bedroom studios to the stages at Coachella, Auto-Tune pitch correction has become an integral part of music production and performance. Mastering Auto-Tune provides users of all levels a handy, comprehensive guide to getting the most out of this key music production technology, from the ubiquitous Auto-Tune effect heard on countless hit singles to the discrete pitch correction applied to countless albums and live performances.

Former product and support manager for the music industry (including Antares Audio Technologies, the makers of Auto-Tune) Max Mobley uses a conversational style without cutting corners on key technical terms and concepts. Mastering Auto-Tune approaches pitch correction with various workflow scenarios and creative objectives in mind, including
•the fastest way to get professional results using the Auto-Tune vocal effect
•the secrets behind applying pitch correction to a vocal track in such a transparent way that not even the singer will know it has been applied
•speedy, real-time pitch correction using Auto-Tune’s Auto Mode
•surgical offline pitch-correction editing using Auto-Tune’s Graph Mode
•pitch correction on musical instruments
•and even how to use Auto-Tune for melody creation.

Also included is detailed information on Antares’ newest software, Auto-Tune Live. In short, this book is the definitive guide to one of the most important music technologies of the past 15 years.

About the author
Max Mobley has been a music industry professional most of his life, working as a guitarist and live sound engineer, and writing and producing songs for film and television. As a product and support manager for E-MU Systems, Inc., he worked with many artists and producers, including Danny Elfman, Teddy Riley, and the Cure. As a product manager for Antares Audio Technologies – the developers of Auto-Tune – Mobley gained an insider’s expertise into pitch correction technology. Mobley penned the popular “Riot Gear” column for Crawdaddy! magazine and has written dozens of reviews, interviews, and profiles for Premier Guitar magazine, including interviews with Adrian Belew, Imogen Heap, Alex Lifeson, Alan Parsons, and Grammy-winning producer Giles Martin (the Beatles “Love” show).

Find Max Mobley on Facebook or visit his website www.maxmobley.com.

Mastering Auto-Tune
$16.99 (US)
Inventory #HL 00102672
ISBN: 9781476814179
Width: 8.37″ Length: 11.0″ 120 pages

Hal Leonard Books is an imprint of Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing Group www.halleonardbooks.com www.onstageandbackstage.wordpress.com

Please contact Music Marcom for print excerpts, review copies and interviews with the author:
Music Marcom
Martina McConnon
phone: 610-577-4982
email: martina@musicmarcom.com

This Music Pro Guide helps you navigate the current business climate, make a great living, and create the ultimate audio engineering lifestyle

Montclair, NJ (April 11, 2013) – Whether you’re an independent studio engineer, a live sound operator, a broadcast technician, a postproduction specialist, or a student diving headfirst into the real world, the second edition of The Business of Audio Engineering is written just for you. The author shares modern-day approaches that will dramatically increase your chances for success in the audio business.

This book teaches you what you need to know about the life of a professional audio engineer with effective business strategies presented by an award-winning and highly-esteemed engineer/business pro. From attracting clients to keeping them; to hiring studios to working on your own, dealing with problem artists, producers, and labels; to handling a crisis (or keeping one from happening); to getting paid what you’re worth and being worth what you’re paid, Dave Hampton has the advice you need to manage your audio engineering career like the successful business it truly can be.

The Business of Audio Engineering teaches you how to •know your value and set a rate
•legally form your own company
•work in the real world
•make a great living and create the ultimate audio engineering lifestyle

The book contains valuable strategies how to work with people in general, and with clients and partners in particular. The author’s insight stems from countless experiences as a working engineer, and many examples show you how to deal with challenging business situations and come out ahead.

About the author
Dave Hampton is an engineer and technical support specialist with over twenty-five years of music industry experience in audio engineering, production, and studio design. He continues to work with some of the brightest stars in music and entertainment, including Babyface, Chicago, Herbie Hancock, Marcus Miller, and Prince. Hampton, who lives in Los Angeles, is known for his dedication and total commitment to excellence and service.

Please visit www.halleonardbooks.com for more information.

The Business of Audio Engineering, 2nd Edition
$24.99 (US)
Inventory #HL 00102060
ISBN: 9781476812861
Width: 7.38″ Length: 9.13″ 232 pages

Please contact Music Marcom for print excerpts, review copies and interviews with the author:
Music Marcom
Martina McConnon
phone: 610-577-4982
email: martina@musicmarcom.com

Musikmesse, Frankfurt, Germany (April 11, 2013) – iZotope, Inc., a leading innovator in digital signal processing, has licensed its MBIT+ Dither for integration into Steinberg Media Technologies’ WaveLab 8, a versatile audio editing and mastering suite.

“iZotope stands for high-quality solutions in audio processing. Naturally, for WaveLab 8 we were looking for the best dither plug-in available, and iZotope’s MBIT+ marks the cutting edge of what’s possible with dithering technology today,” says Steinberg Media Technologies Product Marketing Manager, Timo Wildenhain.

“We are thrilled to offer our MBIT+ Dither algorithm for an award-winning mastering application from Steinberg,” adds Scott Simon, Business Development Manager for iZotope. “It’s been our mission to help deliver the highest audio quality possible to our users and by partnering with Steinberg, our advanced Dither technology will now be available to the WaveLab community as well.”

WaveLab 8 will be available in May 2013. To learn more about Steinberg WaveLab 8, visit Hall 5.1 Booth 5.1 B 78 at Musikmesse or visit www.steinberg.net/wavelab8.

About Steinberg
Steinberg has been providing award-winning, technologically advanced music and media production products for musicians and producers of music, video and film since 1984. Today, Steinberg is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of audio software and hardware, with more than 1.5 million users worldwide. Steinberg also provides business customers with license management and copy protection systems. The Steinberg range of products has long since found world renown in all aspects of modern digital audio processing, and form the backbone of facilities specializing in music composition and production, mastering, restoration, broadcast, sound design, audio post for the film industry among many others.

About iZotope
iZotope is a research-driven audio technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its award-winning products and audio technologies are used by millions of people in over 50 countries, from consumers to musicians to major film, TV, and radio studios. Some of the diverse clients include musical giants like BT, Depeche Mode, and RZA of WuTang Clan; radio stations like Boston’s iconic WGBH; and TV programming like CBS’s Survivor, the Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Catch, the World Cup broadcast, and the GRAMMY awards. Through an extensive licensing program, iZotope technology is also directly integrated into products made by industry-leaders such as Adobe, Avid, and Sony; video games from companies like Harmonix and Ubisoft; as well as a growing number of mobile phone applications.

The Complete Guide to Mastering Keyboard Styles

Montclair, NJ (April 8, 2013) – The latest installment in Backbeat’s successful Handbook Series, The Keyboard Handbook is a step-by-step course in keyboard playing for musicians of all levels. Beginning with the basics of posture and technique, it offers a series of more than 80 specially written exercises and covers a wide variety of classic and contemporary musical styles – from blues to rock, soul to funk, gospel to synth-pop. The book helps to master even more complex styles, and the authors have built in progressive difficulty through the examples.

The Keyboard Handbook includes
• a basic guide to reading music and
• more than 80 musical exercises showcasing a wide variety of classic and contemporary musical styles
• expert tips on music theory, covering rhythm, scales, chords, and more
• an introduction to MIDI technology and how synthesizers work
• lay-flat binding for ease of use at the keyboard or with a music stand

The accompanying CD showcases a range of different electric and electronic keyboards, and features audio tracks of all of the examples shown in the book, allowing readers to work their way through each section at their own pace, while the lay-flat binding means the book is easy to use at the keyboard or with a music stand. The Keyboard Handbook also includes a straightforward guide to reading music and covers various aspects of music theory, including rhythm, scales, chords, and more.

About the authors
Steve Lodder is an author and a musician. He has been a fixture on the London jazz scene since the late 70s and has worked with many pop greats including Paul McCartney. He is the author of Stevie Wonder: A Guide To The Classic Albums.

Janette Mason is a composer, arranger, and performer who has worked extensively in theatre and television, as well as with a wide range of contemporary artists, including Robert Wyatt, Oasis, kd lang, and Suzanne Vega.

The Keyboard Handbook
Format: Hardcover with CD
$29.99 (US)
Inventory #HL 00333243
ISBN: 9781617131042
Width: 8.75″, Length: 10.75″, 160 pages, black & white illustrations throughout

Musikmesse, Frankfurt, Germany (April 9, 2013) – iZotope, a leading innovator in digital audio signal processing, has licensed Radius to AIR Music Technology for inclusion in Ignite. Ignite, a desktop recording and creative software solution, is for musicians looking to capture ideas quickly and easily with M-Audio, Akai Pro and Alesis MIDI keyboard controllers. Radius, a time-stretching and pitch-shifting algorithm, will provide Ignite users with
even more control over their creative workflow.

“When we were looking for a time-stretching algorithm for Ignite, iZotope was the first company we thought of because of the pedigree of their technology. Even at extreme tempo changes, the quality of Radius is very high,”
says Principal Product Manager Samara Winterfeld of AIR Music Technology. “iZotope worked closely with our development team on ways to optimize the integration, which is also something that is very important to us.” Ignite features Smart MIDI technology to help jump-start ideas and enhance music-making skills. In addition to hundreds of onboard instruments and extensive MIDI control, Ignite supports two tracks of simultaneous audio recording.

“iZotope is very excited to have our high-quality time-stretching and pitch-shifting technology as part of Ignite. It’s a pleasure to support a product that helps musicians quickly create and publish musical ideas so quickly,” says Scott Simon, Business Development Manager at iZotope.

AIR Music Technology will be exhibiting at Hall 5.1, Booth B45 during the 2013 Musikmesse, April 10-13, in Frankfurt, Germany. For more information on AIR Music Technology Ignite, please visit: http://www.airmusictech.com/

About AIR Music Technology:
Based in Germany, AIR Music Technology started as Wizoo Sound Design, one of the earliest pioneers in virtual instrument technology. The AIR team is responsible for the core of much of the effects offerings in Avid®’s Pro Tools® software and has also developed a suite of award-winning virtual instruments specifically for Pro Tools. AIR Music Technology is a member of the premier family of brands known as inMusic. For more information, visit airmusictech.com or inmusicbrands.com.

About iZotope:
iZotope is a research-driven audio technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its award-winning products and audio technologies are used by millions of people in over 50 countries, from consumers to musicians to major film, TV, and radio studios. Some of the diverse clients include musical giants like BT, Depeche Mode, and RZA of WuTang Clan; radio stations like Boston’s iconic WGBH; and TV programming like CBS’s Survivor, the Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Catch, the World Cup broadcast, and the GRAMMY awards. Through an extensive licensing program, iZotope technology is also directly integrated into products made by industry-leaders such as Adobe, Avid, and Sony; video games from companies like Harmonix and Ubisoft; as well as a growing number of mobile phone applications.

All the facets of percussion for enthusiasts, students and amateur musicians

Montclair, NJ (April 2, 2013) – Award-winning author, columnist, performer, bandleader, and clinician Daniel Glass offers students a comprehensive introduction to drums and percussion, from hand drums to digital kits, and everything in between.
In this well-illustrated guide, Glass covers the history of the drum, tracing the development of the modern drum kit while also discussing hand, concert, marching, and electronic percussion. In addition to breaking down the equipment and accessories available to today’s young drummer, Glass offers notated lessons that explore basic rudiments as techniques used in classical, world, jazz, rock, and other genres.
Glass is passionate about his work and shares this passion, his personal experience and wisdom with his readers to help them get the most of their percussive journey. The book is not only an inspiring read, it also serves well as a reference tool for particular instruments or styles of music.
A noted historian as well as performer, Glass also profiles great drummers from the jazz age through the present day. The included DVD-ROM offers high-quality footage from Glass’ clinics and performances, the author’s audio demonstrations of more than 50 music examples, a printable rudiments poster, and more.
About the author
Daniel Glass is one of today’s foremost authorities on classic American drumming. His credits as a performer include Royal Crown Review, Brian Setzer, Bette Midler and Liza Minelli, among others. Daniel is also an award-winning author and clinician. He has written five books on the evolution of drumming, and has presented internationally at prestigious events such as the 2010 Modern Drummer Festival.
Music Alive!’s Percussion
$19.99 (US)
Inventory #HL 00333495
ISBN: 9781458420954
Width: 8.5″, length: 11.0″
192 pages, plus a DVD-R
Please contact Music Marcom for print excerpts, review copies and interviews with the author:
Music Marcom
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Hal Leonard Books is an imprint of Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing Group www.halleonardbooks.com and www.onstageandbackstage.wordpress.com

RADAR 6 now available with USB 3.0 Drives, Blu-ray, and updated software

New Westminster, BC, Canada (March 26, 2013) – iZ Technology Corporation, manufacturer of unparalleled hard disk multi-track recording and playback systems, announces the launch of their updated software v4.0.1 for RADAR 6.

Key features of 4.0.1 software:
- Support for RADAR 6 Solid State record drives with integral USB 3.0 port
- Support for RADAR 6 Blu-ray combo drives
- Optimized storage device handling and bug fixes

The solid state record drives in the new RADAR 6 now come with a built in SuperSpeed USB 3.0 device port housed in a rugged, all metal removable key lock enclosure with a rating of 25,000+ insertions. The SATA drive can be removed from RADAR and used as a stand-alone portable drive that can be connected to any computer with a standard USB 3.0 cable for file transfer at blazing speeds. The drive is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0.

Software 4.0.1 now supports Blu-ray slot load combo drives that can burn the latest dual layer Blu-ray disks up to 100 GB, red book audio CDs, data CDs and DVDs, and DVD-RAM disks.

RADAR just got even better.¬¬¬¬¬

Pricing and Availability:
RADAR systems starting at $6,800 USD.
For more information, please visit http://www.izcorp.com/purchase/price-a-radar/.

About iZ Technology Corporation
iZ Technology Corporation, a Canadian owned and operated company, has been developing visionary music and audio products for close to 25 years. Their renowned RADAR line of multi-track audio recorders and the unparalleled ADA A/D & D/A audio converters have helped thousands of customers realize their goals by delivering excellence and innovation in recording products of the highest quality. iZ is known for their uncompromising commitment to sound quality, rock solid reliability, extreme ease of use, and industry-leading technical support.