Propellerhead Reason 5 Upgrade Version

Propellerhead Reason 5

 can be described as an infinitely expandable studio - a native-based set of virtual devices that include synthesizers, sampler, drum machine, effects and a pattern sequencer. All in all, the software acts as an expandable, all-in-one music production environment.

In the virtual rack, each unit is edited from its own front panel and multiple instances of all the modules can be opened, limited only by the host computer's processing capacity. Choosing an item from the "Create" menu places the module in the rack, logically patched into the signal chain. A single key-press will turn Reason's rack around to reveal patch points for every port on every module, allowing the user to make custom patch configurations.

The software is able to function stand-alone or as a ReWire application. Full Integration with other manufacturer's audio software via ReWire allows audio from Reason to be output to an external software workstation, for further processing and/or mixing with other audio tracks. When the overall project is ready to be saved, the whole studio setup is stored along with the music, including the associated sounds, samples, loops and drum kits.

Blocks

• Many musicians tend to think of music in terms like intro, verse, chorus, breakdown, buildup and so on - with the new Blocks mode, your sequencer does too
• Blocks lets you sequence your songs using a more pattern-based approach, with the segments of your song as individual building blocks to be laid out in your arrangement
• Start by creating the discrete parts of your song in blocks mode. When you are ready to start building your song, just switch back to song mode and draw in what blocks should play in the dedicated pattern lane - use one block for the verse and one for the chorus - or build your song around a single 8-bar loop
• Blocks provide a very fast way of creating musical structures for your song - but the options don't end there. With the basic arrangement laid out, you can see the contents of the blocks and create variations and mute individual parts, or add further musical elements in song mode
• A typical use for Blocks is to create your backing track in blocks and then use the song mode sequencer to record vocals or instrumental performances
• For music based around a single looped section, one repeated block with automation and mutes of individual tracks added in song mode, makes arranging a breeze
• You never have to commit to using either mode - you are free to move back and forth between Blocks and Song mode, and any changes you make in your Blocks will instantly be manifested in all instances of that Block - need some tambourine on that chorus? Add it, and there will be tambourine whenever the chorus block is playing

Live Sampling

• The art of spur-of-the-moment creative sampling is alive and well in Reason 5
• With its live sampling input, all sample players in Reason are now samplers
• Just hook up a sound source to the rack's sampling input and you are ready to start sampling - use a microphone, a turntable, an instrument or the entire Reason mix
• Sampling in Reason is simple and straightforward - hit the sample button and Reason starts sampling
• Reason will detect the sample start automatically and you can sample when Reason is running if you like - no need to stop the music
• If needed, bring up the built-in sample editor to set start and end points, loop points, and more. This is possible for all loaded samples - not only the ones you have sampled
• All samples are neatly stored in the song file and accessible in the new samples pane in the tool window, where you can easily see what samples are loaded into what machine and delete and export samples as you wish
• Live sampling together with pitch detection of root key and automatic zone mapping makes it easy to sample an instrument and map the samples across the keyboard - this way you can create your own multi-sampled instruments for NN-XT and NN-19 in an instant

Additional New Features

• Make your songs self-contained by embedding samples and even ReFill sounds into your song file. The self-contained song format makes collaborating with your friends a breeze
• Record notes on multiple tracks and use multiple MIDI keyboards, pads, and controllers for playing and recording your instruments. Lock a 16-pad controller to a Kong, and use a keyboard to play your synthesizers. Or use two keyboards on stage for controlling different Reason instruments
• The new Mute tool lets you click to mute and un-mute clips. Use it to mute sections, or create variations in your Blocks
• Set and move loop-functions - select a clip and press L to immediately set the loop points to the selection. Use the new Remote parameters for real-time control of the loop points from your MIDI controller
• Tap Tempo button in the transport panel
• Improved key commands for laptop use, or any keyboard missing a numeric pad and new key commands lets you control play, loop, record and more from your keyboard
• A sound designer favorite, the Combinator's programmer window is now even easier to use with hierarchical menus for fast patching
• Combinator is expanded with new CV inputs on the back - the 4 new CV inputs can be used to control any parameter on the contained devices, providing even more options and possibilities for sound designers
• Comes with an improved built-in help system, for both Mac and Windows
• Bounce clip to sample - you can now bounce audio recordings to samples, so you can use them in Reason devices such as Kong, Redrum, NN-XT and NN-19
• Additional changes include advanced multi core support, improved cable management in the rack, faster sample loading, on-screen piano keyboard, sequencer usability improvements, and much more

Windows System Requirements:

• Windows XP SP3, Vista, or Windows 7
  
• Intel Pentium 4/AMD Athlon processor or better
  
• 1GB RAM
  
• 2 GB free hard disk space
  
• Monitor with 1024x768 resolution or larger
  
• DVD drive
  
• A 16 bit Windows compatible audio card, preferably with an ASIO driver
  
• MIDI interface and MIDI keyboard recommended

Mac OS System Requirements:

• Mac OS X 10.4 or later
  
• 1 GB RAM or more
  
• 2 GB free hard disk space
  
• Monitor with 1024x768 resolution or larger
  
• DVD drive
  
• CoreAudio compliant audio interface or built-in audio hardware
  
• Multiple-core processor, MIDI interface, and MIDI keyboard recommended

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