db audioware releases Quantum FX v2.0

db audioware has released version 2.0 of its flagship product, Quantum FX, the software modular effects system that enables you to design, build and modify plug-in effects and audio tools. The system is supplied with over 50 ready-to-use effects and audio tools, with more available from the Quantum FX online effects library.

Major changes since version 1 include:

• Audio Units and VST support for Mac OS X.
• Full side-chaining (for multi-track hosts): control effects on one track using audio from a different track.
• MIDI control and MIDI Learn:
  • MIDI Learn gives instant control of any QFX plug-in using an external MIDI control surface.
  • Advanced MIDI control modules allow keyboard-driven effects to be built using the Workbench.
• Additional plug-ins:
  • SideDyn: sidechain compressor & gate, e.g. for voice ducking between tracks.
  • ChainSaw: side-chaining resonant filter for multi-track hosts.
  • Trance Gate: 32 step rhythmic gate & filter, synchronizes to host tempo.
  • Q-Delay: tempo based 3 channel delay, filter & panner.
• Enhanced access to QFX plug-ins:
  • Direct listing for fast pinpointing of effects in host applications.
  • Improved support for 3rd party DirectX-VST adapters.

In addition to the Workbench and 50+ Factory Effects, customers buying Quantum FX v2 will receive two bonus premium plug-ins:

1. "Destination" is a full mastering toolkit in one effect. The renowned db audioware mastering technology updated for a new generation.
2. "Aura" is the latest in a long line of virtual guitar amps from db audioware. Loosely modelled on a classic British design (but with a highly modified gain/EQ structure), Aura has the authentic sound and "feel" of a good hardware amp.

Quantum FX v2 is on sale for a limited period at the reduced introductory price of US$239 / EU€215 / GB£149. Registered QFX v1 owners get a free upgrade; customers of other db audioware products can claim 10% discount off the introductory price.