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| December 2024 |
Waldorf Blofeld
Waldorf released a VST (Virtual Studio Technology) version of the Blofeld synthesizer, expanding its digital accessibility and software platform options.
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| May 2024 | Arturia released the PolyBrute 12, an expanded version of their flagship polyphonic analog synthesizer. |
| 2022 | Arturia introduced the MiniFreak, a 6-voice digital synthesizer with more functionality and a larger traditional keyboard. |
| 2022 | Arturia launched a new line of 'Augmented' software instruments, including Augmented Voice, Piano, Brass, and Strings, introducing innovative approaches to existing sound design. |
| 2022 |
QLab
QLab 5 was released, introducing real-time collaboration features, a new video rendering system based on Metal API, a revised audio routing system, and enhanced 'Audition' preview mode.
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| 2021 | Arturia launched the PolyBrute, their flagship 6-voice-polyphonic analog synthesizer with a touchstrip and a multidimensional touchpad called 'morphée'. They also announced a more affordable line of MiniFuse audio interfaces. |
| 2019 | Arturia released the MicroFreak, a 4-voice digital synthesizer with an analog filter and a unique touch capacitive keyboard that allows loading different algorithmic oscillators. |
| 2018 | Arturia introduced the MiniBrute 2, a semi-modular analog synth with a patch bay for Eurorack modular gear, and the MiniBrute 2S with performance pads and a real-time sequencer. They also released the DrumBrute Impact, a smaller version of the DrumBrute with enhanced sound manipulation capabilities. |
| 2018 | Arturia released their first original software synthesizer named Pigments, which features six synthesis types, extensive modulation sources, and visual control signal indication. |
| 2018 |
Band-in-a-Box
Jeffrey Powers reviews Band-in-a-Box, criticizing its user interface as looking like it came from the Windows XP era.
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| October 2018 |
QLab
Version 3.2.15 was released as the final supported release of QLab 3.
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| 2016 | Arturia released the KeyStep, an entry-level 32-note keyboard focusing on sequencing and connectivity. They also launched the Drum Brute, an analog drum machine with 17 drum engines and a dedicated sequencer. |
| 2016 |
QLab
QLab 4 was released, adding lighting control functionality using DMX512 protocol and integrating features from the previously separate QCart program.
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| 2015 | Arturia launched the AudioFuse, a compact 2-input audio interface, marking the start of their audio interface product line. |
| 2013 |
QLab
QLab 3 was released, featuring a rebuilt video system, Open Sound Control support, and a mobile iPad app for remote control.
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| 2012 | Arturia launched the MiniBrute, a vintage-style 25-key monophonic analog synthesizer that sold well despite initial uncertainty, due to its low price and expressive sound. |
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