ATC announces availability of SCM12 Pro high-performance, passive nearfield monitor. The SCM12 Pro is an all-new high-performance, two-way compact passive monitor, with a compact, installation-friendly footprint ideally suited to nearfield monitoring as well as multichannel music and post-production applications. At under 1,150 GBP ex. VAT per pair, the SCM12 Pro is the most affordable model in ATC's professional range of loudspeakers. The tweeter is a 25mm/one-inch soft-dome designed around ATC's unique dual-suspension technology. Unlike conventional tweeters, this precision part employs two suspensions, offering far greater control of the voice coil and dome motion, especially at higher sound pressure levels. The result is an extended high-frequency response with greater clarity and definition. Listener fatigue is also greatly reduced, resulting in users being able to work for longer periods with greater accuracy. At the lower end of the frequency spectrum, mid/bass reproduction is handled by ATC's 150mm/six-inch proprietary CLD drive unit. Optionally, the speakers can be partnered with ATC's own range of stereo power amplifiers. The 150W-per-channel P1 Pro dual-mono power amplifier (priced at 2,165 GBP ex. VAT) is ideally suited in terms of power output and outstanding resolution. The combination of SCM12 Pro speakers and the P1 Pro amplifier is priced at a package price of 2,980 GBP ex. VAT. Available from 3rd October 2016. [source]

Audio plug-in specialist Softube announced the availability of version 2.3.76 of its plug-ins installer for Modular, with a fix for Windows 10 users and a long line of minor bug fixes, but best of all, two new utility modules are available free of charge to existing and future Modular owners: Dual X-Fade, a two-channel, CV-controllable crossfade module that lets you create new and interesting textures by blending two separate mono signals; and Dual Pan, a two-channel, CV-controllable panning module. Softube's change log is here. [source]

GenArts Sapphire 10 collection contains over 250 VFX plug-ins for After Effects, Premiere Pro, Avid, Nuke, DaVinci Resolve, Flame, and other video editing and compositing applications. New version 10 adds new Luna, Brush, and Romantile effects as well as over 150 new presets. Builder has also been improved with the addition of multiple inputs for better effect design workflow. [source]

Steinberg's user-centered iOS-based music production software Cubasis has been released in v2. The new version features a refreshed user interface, real-time time-stretching, pitch-shifting with formant correction, a studio-grade channel strip, Spin FX for DJs, MicroSonic TAPE instruments to recreate trademark sounds from the '60s era, iOS 10 compatibility, and more! Until October 06, Cubasis 2 is available for 24.99 USD/EUR (regular price is 49.99 USD/EUR). [source]

Boris FX announced the inclusion of a new VFX bundle for Magix's recently released VEGAS Pro 14 Suite. The new bundle includes significant tools from flagship plug-in collection Boris Continuum Complete (BCC) -- BCC 3D Objects, BCC Key & Blend, and BCC Match Move, normally selling 199-299 USD each. BCC 3D Objects enables to create 3D titling and motion graphics, extrude, shatter, deform, and import EPS graphics; the BCC Key & Blend creates seamless composites with Chroma Key Studio, light wraps, mattes, and blending modes; while the BCC Match Move collection is powered by Academy Award-winning mocha planar motion tracking enabling users to easily blur out unwanted faces and objects, create corner pin or match movement from shot to shot. [source]

Alien Skin Software announced Exposure X2, the latest version of its flagship photography editing software. Exposure X2 is a non-destructive RAW editor and organizer that meets the needs of today's digital photographers. It helps them quickly organize, edit, and enhance their photos using a variety of creative tools. Exposure X2 can be used either as a complete solution or as a creative editing plug-in to Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop. Version X2 introduces a Spot Heal tool that enables detailed portrait retouching; faded presets for distinctive faded looks; Histogram panel for adjusting exposure levels; History panel; metadata search capability; and improvements to exporting including file renaming and resizing options. Exposure X2 is available now 149 USD, upgrades are 99 USD. [source]

Panasonic unveiled the rugged LUMIX DMC-G85/G80, the latest addition to its range of high-performance Compact System Cameras (CSC). Incorporating a host of advanced technologies and practical functions inside a durable and compact body, the LUMIX DMC-G85 (or G80, as is the camera named in some markets) has been designed to excel in the field. The new camera features an updated 5-axis image stabilization system incorporating new gyro-sensor technology with outstanding accuracy. With its ability to analyze shooting conditions, including focal length, the new Dual I.S. system is able to utilize max. 5-stop slower shutter speed. The 16-megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor and new Venus Engine combine allow to shoot with excellent resolution, high contrast, impressive color reproduction and max. ISO 25600 high sensitivity. In addition to photography, the LUMIX DMC-G80 also records smooth, high-resolution QFHD 4K video in 3840x2160 at 25p (50Hz) or 24p in MP4 in addition to Full HD videos in AVCHD Progressive or MP4 (MPEG-4 / H.264) format with practical full-time AF. [source]

Apple announced that Mac OS Sierra, the latest major release of its advanced desktop operating system, is now available as a free update. Sierra brings Siri to the Mac with intelligent and helpful features users know from iPhone and iPad, along with all-new capabilities designed specifically for use on the desktop. Features like Universal Clipboard, iCloud Desktop and Documents, Auto Unlock and Apple Pay on the web help your Mac work even better with other Apple devices. And Photos gets an update with a new Memories feature that automatically creates curated collections of your favorite photos and videos. [source]

Three months after the official acquisition of a majority of Sony Creative Software products, MAGIX is releasing Vegas Pro 14. With HEVC and native ProRes support, tools to upscale HD video for use in 4K and UHD projects, and improved industry-wide hardware support, Vegas Pro 14 offers powerful functionality and advanced features for top-end professional video and film productions. The HEVC/H.265 technology enables users to compress video further than ever with far greater quality, while the native ProRes Support eliminates reliance on problematic third-party technologies. And thanks to new High Frame Rates (HFR) support, Vegas Pro allows professionals to use modern cameras to their fullest potential. More here. [source]

Propellerhead Software announced Reason 9.1, the newest, free update to the award-winning Reason music production software. Reason 9.1 brings Ableton's Link technology to the Reason Rack. The first third party DAW to support Ableton Link, Reason 9.1 can effortlessly play in time with Link-enabled apps on desktop and mobile. Ableton Link was introduced in November 2015 as a way to let apps on different devices to play in time, needing only a Wi-Fi connection to start on the beat and stay in tempo. The technology was developed for Ableton Live and was quickly adopted in mobile apps such as Gadget by Korg, Figure by Allihoopa, iMaschine by Native Instruments and many more. [source]