Linux-audio-announce January 2009

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by Kjetil S. Matheussen

Downloads: http://archive.notam02.no/arkiv/src/?C=M;O=D http://folk.uio.no/ksvalast/arkiv/src/?C=M;O=D jack_capture ============ jack_capture is a program for recording soundfiles with jack. Its default operation is to capture whatever sound is going out to your speakers into a file, but it can do a number of other operations as well. 0.9.31 -> 0.9.32: *Changed default format for from wav to wavex for files with more than two channels. Thanks to Fons Adriaensen for the suggestion. *Added fix for 64 bit mode. Thanks to Andras Simon for helping to find the bug and Dominique Fober for fixing the bug. *Added the "-verbose" option for easier debugging in case program crashes or freezes. *Checks whether sndfile.h exists before generating setformat.c.

15 years, 10 months

[ANN] zynjacku-4

by Nedko Arnaudov

In this release: * lv2rack does no longer require PHAT (it was not really using it even in zynjacku-3 release) * Support for out of process plugin UIs (the upcomming nekobee release should use it) * Don't crash when trying to load non-existing plugin (specified by supplying plugin URI at commandline) * Don't crash with some plugins (NULL extension_data) zynjacku is JACK based, GTK (2.x) host for LV2 synths. It has one JACK MIDI input port (routed to all hosted synths) and one (two for stereo synths) JACK audio output port per plugin. Such design provides multi-timbral sound by running several synth plugins. zynjacku is a nunchaku weapon for JACK audio synthesis. You have solid parts for synthesis itself and you have flexible part that allows synthesis to suit your needs. lv2rack is a host for LV2 effect plugins. You need slv2 library to compile zynjacku tarball. Project homepage with screenshots: http://home.gna.org/zynjacku/ Get tarball from here: https://gna.org/files/?group=zynjacku -- Nedko Arnaudov <GnuPG KeyID: DE1716B0>

15 years, 10 months

Denemo (Notation Editor) 0.8.2 release - Lots of features, fixes and one call for help!

by Nils Gey

http://www.denemo.org The source tarball for the 0.8.2 (stable) release is now available. Also uploaded is a binary built for Windows. A lot of bugs were fixed and several new features were added. We also prepared Denemo for further midi-interaction. But to make Denemo a full notation-midi-sequencer we need you! If you are a developer with interest in MIDI please help us! However, the focus this time was on (MIDI-)input and more scripting support. Now its possible to combine any input-method (Keyboard, Mouse, Midi) with any Denemo-function making it possible to have scripts like the "Angry Delete" feature: Don't take your hand off the midi-keyboard if you played a wrong note. Just hit the next note with all your might ("high velocity") and it will replace the last one instead of adding a new one. Some of the new features: MIDI input MIDI input filters - scripts that let you control Denemo from MIDI controller. (Advance on edit, Angry Delete, Figured Bass entry ...) Audio feedback - either simple beep-beep type sounds on entering notes/rhythms or (with JackMidi) synthesizer notes. Mouse shortcuts (e.g. dragging to create crescendos or slurs, all customizable with custom cursors during drag) More scripting support. Applying operations to selections. More printed notation available from commands (Tempo Indications, fingerings, metronome marks, beaming, anacrusis (upbeat), repeat barlines ...) Better menu organization. Allow Denemo music scores to have their own actions automatically performed on loading. (e.g. launching education games, playing scores ...) Fixes to Windows version: no need to re-boot after install, scripted menu items in hierarchical menus no longer crashing. The source tarball for the 0.8.2 (stable) release is now available. Also uploaded is a binary built for Windows. A lot of bugs were fixed and several new features were added. We also prepared Denemo for further midi-interaction. But to make Denemo a full notation-midi-sequencer we need you! If you are a developer with interest in MIDI please help us! However, the focus this time was on (MIDI-)input and more scripting support. Now its possible to combine any input-method (Keyboard, Mouse, Midi) with any Denemo-function making it possible to have scripts like the "Angry Delete" feature: Don't take your hand off the midi-keyboard if you played a wrong note. Just hit the next note with all your might ("high velocity") and it will replace the last one instead of adding a new one. Some of the new features after the break: MIDI input MIDI input filters - scripts that let you control Denemo from MIDI controller. (Advance on edit, Angry Delete, Figured Bass entry ...) Audio feedback - either simple beep-beep type sounds on entering notes/rhythms or (with JackMidi) synthesizer notes. Mouse shortcuts (e.g. dragging to create crescendos or slurs, all customizable with custom cursors during drag) More scripting support. Applying operations to selections. More printed notation available from commands (Tempo Indications, fingerings, metronome marks, beaming, anacrusis (upbeat), repeat barlines ...) Better menu organization. Allow Denemo music scores to have their own actions automatically performed on loading. (e.g. launching education games, playing scores ...) Fixes to Windows version: no need to re-boot after install, scripted menu items in hierarchical menus no longer crashing. http://www.denemo.org

15 years, 10 months

[ANNOUNCE] Invada LADSPA plugins

by Fraser

Hi Everyone, I've released some LADSPA plugins that are loosely based on my VST plugins I wrote years ago. I haven't produced any documentation yet but most plugins are fairly self explanatory. Utility Plugins * Input Module (Stereo only) Alter gain, balance, width, phase on a stereo signal Filter Plugins * Low Pass (Mono and Stereo version) * High Pass (Mono and Stereo version) Gentle high pass and low pass filters Simulation Plugins * Tube - (Mono and Stereo version) Valve warmth/distortion simulation Dynamics Plugins * Compressor - (Mono and Stereo version) Peak/RMS soft-clipping compressor The 'tight/sloppy' control modifies the envelope sensor - from peak (one sample) to rms (50ms worth of samples). Having the envelope 'sloppy' causes the compressor not to see transients at all, which allows for more severe compression on sounds like vocals & bass. Reverb Plugins * ER Reverb - (Mono and Stereo summing In) Early reflection based reverb. Really more of a room simulator than a reverb. Use this to add simulated room ambiance to sounds that have none - particularly useful when combining mic'd & electronic instruments as you can add room ambiance absent in the electronic signals to help blend in. Don't expect to get big washing reverbs with large room sizes - Large room sizes cause the early reflections to be individually discernible and you end up with a series of echos. Another use of this plugin is to reinforce stereo placement - the sound source is positionable and the resultant reflections realistically place the source at a specific spot. (rather than dragging the sound back to the center). I find slightly off square rooms sound best. The decision to release as LADSPA rather than LV2 is more due to the host support of LV2 than anything else. Once LV2 comes out of the RC phase of it's life and adoption by host applications becomes widespread I'll look at releasing these as LV2 plugins. You can grab the plugins from here: http://www.invadarecords.com/Downloads.php?ID=00000263 Any feedback, suggestions, hints and criticism welcome. regards, Fraser (fraser(a)arkhostings.com)

15 years, 10 months

New Book: FLOSS+Art

by propaganda＠goto10.org

echo -n "sorry for ><," while true; do echo -n " please >>" done -- WHAT: What does Free and Open Source software (FLOSS) provide to artists and designers - beyond just free alternatives to established tools from Photoshop to Final Cut? "FLOSS+Art" is the first book to answer this question. It shows how the value of Free Software lies in its differences and creative challenges, as opposed to out-of-the-box and off-the-shelf solutions; how it allows to work and collaborate differently with computers, and therefore enable different kinds of art and design. The Internet - whose infrastructure is based on free software and open standards - is an obvious example of such an adaptable, collaborative artistic medium. "FLOSS+Art" also covers more traditional artistic domains such as graphic and audiovisual design, and how they shift from customer-centric to community-driven work. FLOSS+Art critically reflects on the growing relationship between Free Software philosophy, open content and digital art. It provides first-hand insight into its social, political and economic myths and realities. With contributions by: Fabianne Balvedi, Florian Cramer, Sher Doruff, Nancy Mauro Flude, Olga Goriunova, Dave Griffiths, Ross Harley, Martin Howse, Shahee Ilyas, Ricardo Lafuente, Ivan Monroy Lopez, Thor Magnusson, Alex McLean, Rob Myers, Alejandra Maria Perez Nuñez, Eleonora Oreggia, oRx-qX, Julien Ottavi, Michael van Schaik, Femke Snelting, Pedro Soler, Hans Christoph Steiner, Prodromos Tsiavos, Simon Yuill. Compiled and edited by Aymeric Mansoux and Marloes de Valk. With the support of the University of Huddersfield and the Willem de Kooning Academy Rotterdam University. http://goto10.org/flossart -- ORDER YOUR COPY NOW: http://www.metamute.org/en/shop/floss_art http://www.moreismore.net/en/floss+art http://www.amazon.co.uk/FLOSS-Art-Aymeric-Mansoux/dp/1906496188/ -- FLOSS+Art is triple licensed GNU GPL, GNU FDL and Free Art License. Rather than just providing a "free" PDF, FLOSS+Art.v1.1.eBook-GOTO10 is also available and contains all the Fonts, Images, PDF and Scribus source files that were used to make the book. http://thepiratebay.org/torrent/4671426/FLOSS_Art_v1.1 Feel free to branch a translation or fork the chapters! ;) -- JOIN US: On the 11th of February, 19:30-21:30 the book will officially be launched with a public presentation in the Willem de Kooning Academy Rotterdam, one of the sponsors of the publication. This event is featured in the framework of the new research program "Communication in a Digital Age" of the Piet Zwart Institute, Willem de Kooning Academy Rotterdam University. The editors Aymeric Mansoux and Marloes de Valk will give an overall presentation of the book, along with several of the contributing authors who will briefly introduce into its more specific subjects and chapters. Full program and details to be announced later, stay tuned! -- BONUS TRACK: Subscribe to Mute and get a FREE copy of FLOSS+Art - limited offer Subscribe to Mute and guarantee to be first in line for our quarterly collection of provocative articles on culture, politics, and technology. What's even better, for a limited time receive a free copy of GOTO10's new book FLOSS+Art with your subscription. Quarterly, critical, and cheap, Mute is a concrete jumble of all that's still grunting in the inter-finessing hyper-barrios of culture, politics, and technology 2.0. As capitalism yawns towards the apocalypse we match it issue by issue with a sustained critique of everything existing, from exo prole-bashing and shanty chic to academic aut-onanist marxistry. http://www.metamute.org/mute_magazine_subscription_individual or phone the Mute office: +44 (0)20 7377 6949 -- echo ":*"

15 years, 11 months

Filterclavier: A MIDI controlled Lo/Hi/Bandpass filter for Calf plugins

by Hans Baier

http://ardourmidi.wordpress.com/wp-admin/post.php?action=edit&post=53&messa… Kind regards, Hans http://ardourmidi.wordpress.com

15 years, 11 months

[ANN] zynjacku-3

by Nedko Arnaudov

In this release: * Plugin presets (save/restore) * Improved support for Calf plugins (various extensions needed by development version) * MIDI CC/Pitchwheel automation. Not yet available for custom UIs. Works for float parameters only. * Replace PHAT fansliders with bundled knobs. PyPhat is no longer required. * lv2dynparam host library is now optional. To enable support for dynparam plugins (lv2zynadd) lv2dynparam1 version 2 is needed. zynjacku is JACK based, GTK (2.x) host for LV2 synths. It has one JACK MIDI input port (routed to all hosted synths) and one (two for stereo synths) JACK audio output port per plugin. Such design provides multi-timbral sound by running several synth plugins. zynjacku is a nunchaku weapon for JACK audio synthesis. You have solid parts for synthesis itself and you have flexible part that allows synthesis to suit your needs. lv2rack is a host for LV2 effect plugins. You need slv2 library to compile zynjacku tarball. Project homepage with screenshots: http://home.gna.org/zynjacku/ Get tarball from here: https://gna.org/files/?group=zynjacku -- Nedko Arnaudov <GnuPG KeyID: DE1716B0>

15 years, 11 months

[ANN] lv2dynparam1-2

by Nedko Arnaudov

lv2dynparam is LV2 extension for dynamic parameters. The extension consists of a header describing the extension interface and libraries, one for plugins and one for hosts, to expose functionality in more usable, from programmer point of view, interface. Changes since version 1: * host library: API is refactored, the new API is NOT compatible with the version 1 API * host library: support for dynparam automation * host library: support for dynparam parameter save/restore Project homepage: http://home.gna.org/lv2dynparam/ Get tarball from here: https://gna.org/files/?group=lv2dynparam -- Nedko Arnaudov <GnuPG KeyID: DE1716B0>

15 years, 11 months

Minicomputer 1.3 released

by Malte Steiner

Standalone free open source Linux software synthesizer Minicomputer is released in version 1.3. This version features better envelope generators with exponential behaviour and compiles now with newer versions of GCC. Minicomputer is a standalone Linux softwaresynthesizer for creating experimental electronic sounds as its often used in but not limited to Industrial music, IDM, EBM, Glitch, sound design and minimal electronic. It is monophonic but can produce up to 8 different sounds at the same time. Synthesis is subtractive/FM with a morphing formant filter. http://minicomputer.sourceforge.net

15 years, 11 months

QJackMMC: New Qt based JACK application released!

by Alex Montgomery

Hello all, We're pleased to announce the release of a new version of jackctlmmc and a new Qt based graphical version called QJackMMC. The main page including download links and documentation is here: http://jackctlmmc.sourceforge.net/ In brief, QJackMMC is a Qt based program that can connect to a device or program that emits Midi Machine Code (MMC) and allow it to drive JACK transport, which in turn can control other programs. JackCtlMMC is a slightly simpler command-line version of QJackMMC. You might need such a tool if you have hard-disk recorders (HDRs) or other external MIDI compliant devices that are capable of sending out MMC to keep other devices in sync. You might have a multi-track recorder and you want to be able to start, stop, or fast-forward JACK-based programs such as Rosegarden, Hydrogen, and Ardour. Enjoy, -- Alex

15 years, 11 months

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Linux-audio-announce January 2009