Applied Acoustics Systems has released its new acoustic-guitar software synthesizer, Strum Acoustic GS-1. Read more.

Digidesign Pro Tools is now compatible with Mac OS X 10.5.3 (Leopard). Read more.

M-Audio has released the rackmountable Fast Track Ultra 8R. Read more.

At Summer NAMM, Neumann introduced the TLM 67, a new microphone based on the classic U 67. Read more.

Submersible Music has added DrumCore Rock to its line of drum software. Read more.

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Odds and Ends

EM Pick: Lectronin

As a master of nearly all types of music, Lectronin (Will Stewart) combines the best aspects of electronic, classical, and others onto a sonic palette that carries well in any setting. His work may inspire listeners to dance, sing, shout, or even rest; it's a versatile, visceral collage of sounds, textures, and elements from all of today's music. Listen at myspace.com/lectronin.

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The Sound of Vinyl, on CD
The vinyl version of Mudcrutch's new album comes with a CD made from the same master.

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EM Announcements

NEW! Summer NAMM Coverage
If you couldn't make it to Summer NAMM, check out EM's video clips from the show. It's the next best thing to having been there in person! Watch six clips about new products, H.E.A.R., and more, at emusician.com/videos/events.

EM Cast with Chuck Ainlay, Part 1
In the latest edition of EM Cast, legendary engineer Chuck Ainlay talks about mixing techniques, in-the-box versus console-based mixing, the loudness race, and much more. Stay tuned for Part 2 of the interview with Ainlay, coming next month. Click to listen.

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Calendar and Contests

NEW! CNMAT Max/MSP/Jitter Workshops
This July, users of all skill levels are invited to learn Max/MSP and/or Jitter at CNMAT in Berkely, California. Click for more details and to Sign up.

Remix Hotel New York 2008
From June 27–29, 2008, Remix Hotel is heading back to SAE’s New York campus for music, tech workshops, gear demos, and all the rest. Get more details about the event and about panelists Pete Rock, Just Blaze, DJ Logic, Rob Swift, and others at remixhotel.com.