Believe praises TikTok, says platform offers ‘valuable monetization for our artists and labels’Denis Ladegaillerie, founder and CEO of Believe, makes statement in reaction to UMG and ByteDance's public falling-out
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UK government confirms it has no intention to adopt ‘equitable remuneration’ payout model for on-demand music streamingThe UK's Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has published the findings from its research on the potential economic impact of introducing a so-called 'Equitable Remuneration' model (ER) for artists from streaming in the country
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The world’s first spatial and 3D AI DAW is coming to Apple Vision ProImmersive audio DAW developer Hit’n’Mix has announced the forthcoming release of an Apple Vision Pro-dedicated version of its RipX spatial audio DAW and, to be frank, it looks bloody awesome.

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The innovative Vision Pro app, created especially for the recently launched augmented reality headset, gives you a 3D DAW that you can operate with hand gestures, removing the need for a mouse or keyboard.
In RipX DAW, distance plays a crucial role in creating an immersive music-making experience. Instruments are presented in a fully editable note format – no waveforms –, distinguished by their spatial placement, allowing users to interact with different elements based on their distance. According to Hit’n’Mix, you can walk around and interact with the melody while it plays through you, just like it’s really there.

Martin DAW, Hit’n’Mix CEO and the creator of RipX DAW, says in a press release: “One of our aims in recent years has been to not only create an AI DAW that simplifies and de-clutters the music-making experience but to also innovate within the fledgling virtual music-making space.
“So, whilst we are delighted that RipX DAW is gaining recognition as the best and only AI DAW of its kind, we are excited to announce that soon, with Apple Vision Pro, RipX DAW will also offer a completely new, interactive, compositional experience, giving users much more freedom to view and create music in their chosen surroundings – all utilising our unique, note-based Rip audio format.”
Credit: Hit’n’Mix
The DAW will also offer integrated MIDI and audio functionality, advanced stem/instrument separation capabilities, direct customisation from AI Music Generators, and intuitive note-based editing with color-coded visuals.
You can also import background images to enhance the creative environment of the DAW, making it a more immersive, exciting music-making experience.
RipX DAW for Vision Pro has no confirmed launch date yet. Find out more at Hit’n’Mix.
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More than 100 Focusrite RedNet units were used at the Super BowlThe Super Bowl Halftime Show has become arguably the biggest live entertainment moment of the calendar year. And for a big show, you need a big rig.
A big rig was exactly what was powering Usher’s spectacular halftime show, run by California audio-visual equipment hire service ATK Audiotek at Super Bowl LVIII, held at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on 11 February. The show saw an attendance of 70,000 and was watched by a whopping 123 million people. No pressure, then.

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The vast audio rig was shared recently by Focusrite, who interviewed ATK Audiotek’s Kirk Powell, Engineer-in-Charge at the Super Bowl.
In the revealing chat, he emphasises the significance of the Focusrite RedNet setup, stating, “This is our ninth year using Focusrite RedNet with our Dante Audio-over IP network at the Super Bowl. This year we are employing over 100 RedNet units, which is the largest Focusrite setup used on a Super Bowl to date.”
The extensive RedNet infrastructure, featuring components such as RedNet D16R MkII, RedNet A16R MkII, RedNet D64R, RedNet MP8R, and RedNet AM2 units, ensured fluid connectivity across a range of interfaces and made for effective clock management during the event.
Speaking to Focusrite, Powell highlights the challenges of designing and installing the audio system, particularly regarding rigging and cable management due to the unique ceiling structure of Allegiant Stadium. He explains, “Flying the P.A. Allegiant Stadium’s ceiling structure is cable-based, just like SoFi Stadium, which restricts options for placing clusters and similar components due to weight restrictions and rigging points.”
Despite these challenges, Powell notes, “The system worked out really well. Also, with renowned mixers Dave Natale and Alex Guessard handling FOH duties, the audio for the performances sounded great.”
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Apple facing €500m fine over App Store practices limiting competitionApple is staring down the barrel of a €500m fine from the EU over the restriction of users’ access to competing streaming services via its App Store, according to the Financial Times.
When Apple recently announced it would be charging developers a 27% fee hike for signups from customers who came from the App Store, Spotify quickly expressed its concerns, calling the move “outrageous”.

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Per Mixmag, in 2023, the European Commission issued Apple a Statement of Objections – citing “anti-trust” concerns – after it discovered Apple had prevented app developers from informing users about other music streaming subscription options at lower prices outside the app.
The statement declared that failure by Apple to comply would result in a fine of up to 10 per cent of Apple’s worldwide turnover.
Spotify also filed a complaint with the EU in 2019 detailing concerns surrounding Apple’s practices, claiming that the Cupertino tech giant and its 30% fee on purchases within the App Store was limiting competition and consumer choice.
According to The Guardian, Apple says its fees are justified due to the “hundreds of millions” of potential customers it gives Spotify access to. Countering the argument, Spotify says that because Apple’s own streaming service, Apple Music, doesn’t face the same fees, it gives it an unfair advantage and makes the fees customers see “anti-competitive”.
The fine – if issued – will be the first Apple has received from the European Commission, but it has seen itself fall foul of regulations before. In 2020, the company received a €1.1 billion fine from France – later revised to €370m – for anti-competitive agreements with two wholesalers.
Approached by The Verge for a statement, an Apple representative said the company would not be “commenting on speculation” surrounding the fine, and referred it to previous comments made by another Apple spokesperson, who said the case has “no merit”.
MusicTech has reached out to both Apple and the European Commission for comment.
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Groover has legitimized ‘pay to play’ promo for independent musiciansAlways be skeptical of any opportunity that’s remotely “pay to play.” Shouldn’t a playlist curator, radio programmer, or music journalist review, choose to play, or reject music without getting paid. Continue reading
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7 ways to promote music on TikTok in 2024It’s no secret that TikTok has completely revolutionised the music industry. Despite its current battle with UNG, from viral dance challenges to breakout stars like Lil Nas X and Raye, TikTok has become the number-one music discovery platform...
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Preserving and monetizing your musical history and legacyBrad Mindich from Definitive Authentic talks about how musicians can preserve, document, and archive the past and turn it into potential new revenue streams...
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Tilr Debuts FREE Time1 And Gate1 Plugins For Windows
Tilr launched the Time1 delay and Gate1 gate and volume control plugins, free Windows releases available via GitHub repositories.  The developer describes Time1 as an open-source delay modulator similar to plugins like Gross Beat or TimeShaper, while Gate1 is an envelope generator for gate and volume control. Both plugins are VST3 releases only, and the [...]
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Panorama CS12: Logic Pro controller from Nektar Nektar's new single-fader control surface will come pre-configured for all of Logic Pro's built-in plug-ins. 

Lenco’s new L-3810 direct drive turntable is the perfect blend of traditional and modern featuresDutch hi-fi brand Lenco has unveiled the L-3810, a direct drive turntable that offers the nostalgic warmth of vinyl records with the convenience of modern technology.
Designed for audiophiles, DJs, and vinyl lovers alike, Lenco’s new “state-of-the-art” turntable is engineered to elevate your music experience, combining high-quality components with convenient cutting-edge features.

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Starting with the classics, the L-3810 sports an Audio-Technica 3600 Cartridge for a warm and rich sound reproduction, while drawing plenty of detail from those vinyl grooves. The deck supports 33⅓ and 45 RPM playback speeds so you can enjoy a wide range of records from LPs, to 7″ and 12″ singles.
Lenco’s latest turntable also promises high-quality components in its design, which includes a start and stop control, pitch control, anti-skating mechanism, mechanical arm-lift, and a removable headshell. It also features a platter that’s made of aluminium, a removable dust cover and felt slip-mat.
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Digitising your vinyl collection is a breeze with the L-3810, which boasts a bunch of modern features for digital listening convenience. As with most other USB turntables in the market, users can record their vinyl records to a laptop or computer via the L-3810’s USB port, and listen to them on a PC, Mac, smartphone or digital audio player.
The deck also features a built-in Phono preamp that allows you to choose how you wish to connect it to your audio system. You can hook up the turntable directly to the line input of your amplifier or speakers, or to your existing standalone phono preamp if you have one.
Priced at $499/£279/€329, the Lenco L-3810 direct drive turntable – which comes in grey or white finish – is available from March at Lenco UK and selected retailers.
Learn more at Lenco.
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Nero rediscover stack of old CDs full of original WAVS and unreleased music from 2004-2010Drum and bass trio Nero have found a mighty stack of old CD-Rs in an attic, which just so happen to contain the original WAVS of their music from 2004-2010, plus a bunch of their unreleased tracks from the same era too.
A picture of the CDs was shared by the outfit on X, and show the words “old Nero bits” sprawled on one of them in marker pen. It seems there have been no official plans yet revealed as to what they might do (if at all) with these unreleased treasures.

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The outfit are celebrating their 20th anniversary this year, and are due to release a new album, titled Into The Unknown, later this year. It will mark their first full-length release in nearly a decade, with their 2015 album, Between II Worlds, being their most recent LP.
Of course, these newly uncovered CDs were made during the era which saw them release some of their biggest hits including Guilt and Promises, both from their 2011 album, Welcome Reality. When contacted by EDM.com about any potential plans for the CDs, Nero said they’re “still figuring it out.”

Just discovered a stack of old CD-Rs in the attic. Amongst them are the original WAVS of all of our released DnB from 2004-2010 as well as loads of unreleased tunes from that era. pic.twitter.com/NtVp05pvtZ
— Nero (@NeroUK) February 15, 2024

In the meantime, their latest singles from this new and upcoming era, Truth and Blame You, are out now.  Check them out below:

In other news of unreleased music, an upcoming documentary that follows the career of Brian Eno has been announced, and the official soundtrack (created by Eno himself) will feature three previously unreleased recordings. Overall, it is made up of 17 tracks that span Eno’s career, from his early solo works to his acclaimed collaborations and recent compositions.
A former session drummer for Daft Punk also recently alleged that the duo have unreleased fifth album “in limbo”, though they are yet to provide official comment on this.
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Vox Samples Releases FREE Time Turtle Delay Plugin
Vox Samples has released Time Turtle, a free delay plugin for Windows and Mac (64-bit only). If you’ve somehow been struggling to find a delay, then this might be a welcome addition. Delay plugins are one thing I don’t have a shortage of by any means. The old plugin folder is swelling with delays and [...]
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