Arturia releases version 2.0 of ARP 2600 V

Arturia has announced that it has released version 2.0 of ARP 2600 V, its reproduction of the ARP 2600 - widely regarded as one of the finest analog synthesizers ever made. The upgrade is free for all registered users.

The main improvements are:

• "SoundMap" - Arturia's new preset navigation system.
• Lower CPU utilization on Mac OS X.
• Better Audio Unit compatibility (Digital Performer most notably).
• Ability to use NRPN MIDI messages for automation.
• Better handling of control surfaces while changing preset.
• Presets now respond to modulation wheel.
• Fresh batch of presets made by a selection of top sound designers.
• MIDI RPN "pitch bend range" message is now recognized.
• New Syncrosoft copy protection.
• Numerous bug fixes.