Academic Cakewalk Project 5 V2

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Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2 includes a new streamlined user interface, high performance audio engine, integrated multitrack audio, per-track pattern triggering and dynamic arpeggiator, loop reconstruction tools, multimode sampling synthesizer, PSYN II subtractive synthesizer, freeze, in-track automation

• New UI-Project5 Version 2 sports a streamlined user interface with all views and tools integrated to provide the most intuitive workflow possible.
• High Performance Engine - With Version 2, Project5's audio engine has been customized to stand up to the real-time rigors of live performance.
• Integrated Multitrack Audio - multitrack audio recording and editing tools have been intelligently incorporated, providing all the tools you need to take projects from inspiration to completion.
• Multipad Groove Trigger - real-time, per-track pattern triggering pads have been fully integrated into Project5's workspace; drag-drop between song arrangement and Multipad; populate cells with audio clips and MIDI patterns without any disruption to the audio engine; live control via MIDI remote control.
• Loop Reconstruction - per-slice control of pitch, pan, and gain; rearrange and nudge slices; export new ACID™-format loops, seamless drag-drop rearrangement; export new ACID™-format loops.
• Dynamic Arpeggiator - performance-oriented, per-track arpeggiator that allows real-time control of notes and automation parameters; includes hundreds of patterns and classic algorithms.
• Multi-mode Sampling Synthesizer - the first rgc:audio-engineered plug-in to be included in a Cakewalk product (see related rgc:audio acquisition announcement); a robust world-class instrument featuring a versatile engine, graphical modulation section, and internal effects stages. Mix and layer rich tones using up to four voices from quality stereo samples, wave guide synthesis, and analog style synthesis; includes an extensive array of acoustic, electric and electronic instruments, loops, sound effects, and sound-scapes; heavy on features, light on CPU.
• PSYN II - provides classic analog sounds and evocative new sounds through full-featured subtractive synthesis modeling. New for version 2: drive, delay, and modulation effects settings provide expanded sonic horizons.
• Additional enhancements include: freeze, tap tempo, track inspector view, in-track automation, drag and drop patterns between plug-ins and Project5, more.

"Project5 applies some serious signal generating and processing horsepower, along with ReWire compatibility to the virtual studio concept-but also stakes out new ground as a highly open system."

Imagine a complete software synthesizer workstation that places no limits on your music. A flexible, expandable studio environment that engages your creativity, inspiring new musical ideas through its seamless integration of instruments and tools.

It's time to experience Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2.

Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2 goes beyond stand-alone soft-synth "rack" software by providing a complete studio environment. It gives electronic musicians everything they need to experiment, create, and perform music using integrated sequencers, software synths, samplers, audio and MIDI effects, and audio looping tools — all integrated in one workstation. In addition Cakewalk Project 5 provides advanced capabilities for synth layering, real-time pattern genesis and triggering, and a seamless live-performance audio engine.

And Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2 doesn't put a limit on your creativity. It lets you customize and expand your studio with additional plug-ins, and it supports any Windows-compatible audio hardware.

Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2 Key features

-Studio-quality instruments and effects
-Pattern-based sequencers and processors
-ACID™-compatible audio looping tools
-Real-time, live-performance features
-Open environment (ASIO, DX, DXi, MFX, ReWire client, WDM, VST*, VSTi*)

* VST plug-in support provided by VST/DX adapter.

Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2 Instruments:

PSYN™ - Virtual Analog Synthesizer
Ushering in a new renaissance of software synthesis, PSYN "sine" models a full-featured subtractive synthesizer, giving you access to classic analog sounds of the 70s and the evocative new sounds of today.

-Includes two unique filters that can be independently enabled
-Four multi-wave oscillators
-An internal modulation matrix for syncing to project tempo
-Cross-modulation for Ring Modulation and FM Synthesis
-Five 6-stage Envelope Generators with performance controls
-Three assignable LFOs
-64-note polyphony with unison, true mono and portamento
-Full parameter automation

DS864™ — Digital Sampler
Get pristine piano sounds, realistic strings, or virtually any sound you like using this performance oriented, multi-format sampler. DS864 is flexible and easy-to-use with ample sound sculpting abilities and pristine audio fidelity.

-Support for Akai S5000/6000, Kurzweil, Sound Fonts 2, WAV, AIF and proprietary sample formats
-8 layer / 64 voice polyphony
-Supports key mapping and velocity zones
-Sample-level editing and effects for creation of new sounds.
-Two resonant filters with keyboard tracking which can operate in series or parallel
-Five 6-stage envelope generators with multiple slopes
-Eight audio outputs for flexible post sampler effects processing
-Full parameter automation
-Project5 ships with 500 MB of DS864 sampler banks from Q-Up Arts

VELOCITY™ - Drum Sampler (LM4, WAV, AIF)
Build tracks and perform using custom drum kits that draw from a range of widely available samples.

-Supports WAV, AIF, and LM4 and proprietary sample formats
-Provides 18 polyphonic voices with up to 32 velocity-layered samples
-Offers sample editing of start and end times, volume, tuning, and panning.
-Onboard effects include low-pass resonant filter, bit-decimation, reverse
-Features five stereo outputs for flexible effects processing
-Full parameter automation
-Cakewalk Project 5 includes 175 MB of Velocity drum kits from FXpansion and Q-Up arts

nPulse™ - Analog Modular Drum Synthesizer
Lay the groove with punchy analog tones characteristic of classic drum machines but with the power of modern day synths. nPulse provides a convenient way to trigger and synthesize vintage-style electronic drum voices.

-12-voice multitimbral synthesizer
-Features per-voice oscillators
-Five assignable outputs per voice for flexible effects processing
-Multiple presets per module
-Support for key mapping
-Full parameter automation
-Cross modulation

Cyclone™ DXi - Groove Sampler
Cyclone DXi presents a new, more flexible way of working with samples, and brings a live dynamic to loop-based music. It's a powerful 16-part, ACID™-compatible, groove sampler, composition tool, and loop editor wrapped up in a single DXi synth.

Load up to 16 loops or Wav samples and fire away. Spontaneously create loop-based music productions using any MIDI device, MIDI track, PC keyboard or mouse. Tweak individual slices of your loops, even combine parts of multiple loops to create and export your own custom grooves.

-Perform and record loop-based compositions in real-time using any MIDI device, MIDI tracks, a computer keyboard, or mouse
-Assign ACID-format WAV files to Cyclone's 16 pads
-Loaded samples match the tempo and pitch of your project
-Rearrange, combine, slice, tweak, and customize samples to create new grooves
-Control gain, pitch, and pan of individual loop slices
-Full control over looping points: a great way to create polyrhythmic textures and work with loops in odd time signatures
-Supports key mapping
-Supports multiple outputs for flexible effects processing

Automatable effects

PVFX - Spectral Transformations
Turn your audio inside out with pitch transposition, filters, accumulation, and exaggeration. This intriguing new audio effect was designed to be played like a real-time instrument. Full parameter automation and real-time control allow for startling effects that really have to be heard to be believed. Includes six primary effects that can be linked or used independently.

TRANSPOSER allows for continuous real-time pitch shifting. Produces major tonal changes which range from high reedy sounds, to richer low sounds.
ACCUMULATOR creates glissando, delay, pitch bends and reverberation effects.
EXAGGERATOR cranks the peaks and valleys of your spectral frequencies. Bring out and sweep through specific frequencies bands.
LO-HI FILTER removes frequencies above or below specified frequency levels.
TRACER allows you to thin the sound until only a 'trace' of its former self remains.
SHIFTER moves frequencies by adding or subtracting values to the various frequency components.

Additional Automatable effects
Cakewalk Project 5 includes an arsenal of automatable effects:

-Tempo sync modulation filter
-Tempo sync delay
-High frequency exciter
-Tempo syncing classic phaser with feedback
-Studio reverb
-Multi-voice chorus/flanger
-2-band parametric EQ
-Compressor/gate

Pattern & loop-based creation tools

P-SEQ™ - pattern sequencer
Create and edit music and automation using a flexible "piano roll" style pattern sequencer that superimposes track automation with note data. Offers step- and real-time recording. Automation can include track and MIDI data, plus automation for any DXi or audio effect patched.

Use the Pattern Bin to browse, organize, and audition multiple patterns for your project then drag the patterns to the Pattern Editor for additional editing.

In Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2 all data can be treated as a pattern. Automation can even be written to pattern independent of note data.

When you're ready, send your pattern to a track where you can click and drag to repeat patterns for the required duration, and cut and paste patterns to when and where you like.

SYNCHRON32™ - Step Sequencer
Quickly paint synth tracks in no time at all. SYNCRON32 accurately models and expands upon analog hardware step-sequencing. Generate patterns and trigger synths, and trigger patterns in real-time from MIDI devices. Provides 32 steps with control over pitch; rhythmic duration with shuffle; tempo sync; per-step flam, legato, bends; polyphonic mode; 32 banks for pattern presets; more.

After creating patterns in SYNCHRON32, you can select simply right click in the Track View to from your many preset patterns. Then click and drag to repeat patterns for the required duration, and cut and paste patterns to when and where you like.

ACID™-compatible loop integration
Click and drag to roll out tracks using ACID™-format loops that match your project tempo and pitch changes. Features automatic beat matching, flexible time stretching/pitch shifting, and support for multiple loops per track.

Get flowing immediately
Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2 comes packed with nearly 2 CDs of professional DS864 sampler banks, Velocity kits, and ACID-format loops from Q-Up Arts, FXpansion Audio, ProSamples, and Smart Loops.

Intuitive interface & live-performance features

Advanced synth layering and keyboard mapping
Quickly get lush pads, distinct bass sounds, and cutting leads. Perform and record using multiple MIDI controllers routed to multiple instruments, or use multiple, layered instruments, or split synths from one MIDI controller.

Seamless audio engine
Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2's seamless audio engine won't create gaps in your workflow. Make changes on the fly, tweak effects, record new patterns during playback and Cakewalk Project 5 never compromises your playback — perfect for live performance.

SYN.OPS on-demand mixing
With SYN.OPS, everything you need is only one click away. Click a track in the Tracker View and the related synth interface, effects, mix, and aux parameters appear ready for automation from your external MIDI devices, hardware control surface, or mouse.

Having everything at your fingertips makes your mixing faster than ever.

Everything is automatable
Automate every mix, synth, and effect parameter in Cakewalk Project 5 for accurate and hands on control of your mix. Make changes on screen or use learn mode to quickly take control with hardware surfaces and MIDI devices.

Cakewalk Project 5 Version 2 System requirements

Operating system - Windows 2000 or XP
Processor - Pentium- class 800 MHz
RAM - 256 MB
Hard disk space - 500 MB
Video resolution - 1024 x 768, 16-bit
Audio hardware - Any Windows-compatible using WDM, ASIO, or MME drivers
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive for installation and loop/sample access