Creamware's SCOPE/SP High-End Virtual Studio for Mac and PC Now ShippingThe high-end, SCOPE DSP-technology-based studio product, which was unveiled
at Musikmesse 2000, is now available.
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| SCOPE /SP Mixer |
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| VDAT |
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| SCOPE /SP Compressor |
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| STS-5000 Sampler |
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| SCOPE II SRB board |
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| SCOPE II board |
September 1, 2000SCOPE/SP is comprised of a PCI card with 15 SHARC DSPs and a comprehensive
software package for synthesis, sampling, effects processing, mixing, and
more. Thanks to its complete set of drivers, the system works flawlessly in
conjunction with virtually any sequencer/recording program. As an
alternative, SCOPE /SP can also be used as a stand-alone system within its
own dedicated computer, and thus be perfectly integrated into any
conceivable studio configuration via conventional MIDI and audio
connections. In its standard configuration, SCOPE /SP comes equipped with
two digital ADAT interfaces, stereo analog and S/PDIF, as well as MIDI,
Wordclock, and ADAT 9-pin I/O interfaces. There are many options available
for increasing the number of DSPs, I/Os, and software applications in the
system.
"Of course, the experience we've accumulated in the last couple of years
with our highly successful Pulsar system, mainly in the area of project
studios, has had an impact upon the development of SCOPE /SP. With SCOPE
/SP, however, our primary focus was the specific requirements of pro-audio
studios", says Michael Ruf, leading developer at CreamWare. "Not only the
immense DSP power, but also the new software applications, such as the
STS-5000, SP-Mix and VDAT, expressly address the needs of the professional
user."
Some of the software highlights in overview:
SP-Mix
The first virtual digital mixer which can compete functionally as well as
sonically with the big professional consoles. 48 channels, 8 busses, 8 aux
paths. Freely configurable 4-band EQ, compressor with sidechain and 4
effects-inserts per channel. Several mixers can be used simultaneously in
situations where one mixer is not enough.
STS-5000
Realtime time stretching and pitch
shifting with formant correction. 25 types of filters. Also handles 32-bit
/ 96 kHz samples. Up to 64 stereo voices. Compatible with the major sample
libraries.
VDAT and VRC-128
A virtual multi-track recorder and a virtual control unit which connect to
existing Alesis ADATs (and to the Alesis BRC if available) via the 9-pin
interface. Supplement or replace the ADAT setup. Up to 128 tracks at 16-bit
resolution or 96 tracks at 24/32-bit resolution. Virtual and "real" units
can be combined in any desired way.
Furthermore, the SCOPE /SP software package includes more than a dozen
different synthesizers (virtual analog, FM, drum synths), a complete
modular synthesizer system with over 140 modules, more than 40 high-quality
DSP effects, various additional mixers, a 128-channel meter bridge and many
other devices. All of these instruments can be combined and interconnected
in a "virtual studio space". Thanks to its powerful DSP engine, SCOPE /SP
allows the simultaneous usage of a multitude of software plug-ins, without
encountering problems such as latencies and "CPU-drag" which are typical
with host CPU-based software.
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SCOPE /SP is the first fully-integrated, professional-grade 'virtual
studio'", says Michael Ruf. "However, our goal is not to replace the
conventional studio environment. SCOPE /SP is conceived rather as a
creative and highly useful expansion of the existing setup. And thanks to
its unlimited potential for latency-free routing between virtual devices
and external studio gear via the hardware I/Os, integration is mere child's
play for SCOPE /SP."
Asked what he finds most impressive about SCOPE /SP, synthesizer legend
Jean-Michel Jarre answers: "The sound! The system offers nearly boundless
possibilities in sound design and quickens your creativity. Exploring the
beta version of SCOPE /SP was really amazing. Working with the system is
fast and intuitive. SCOPE /SP is a fantastic addition to any studio."
SCOPE /SP is available for 4599.- US$/EURO via selected retailers.
The SCOPE /SP software is also available as an upgrade for Pulsar systems
(998.- US$/EURO). For more information, visit their web site at www.creamware.de. |
