Spectrasonics kicked off NAMM 2011 by announcing a new free iPad app which introduces their ‘TR’ (Touch Remote) concept. Combining the physical advantages of the iPad’s touch surface with Spectrasonics’ powerful Omnisphere virtual instrument, the Omni TR app will create a true hands-on experience allowing musicians to activate patches, tweak filters, re-mix, bend and spin amazing performance possibilities from the innovative new ´Orb´ circular controller all with the tips of their fingers!
Of the new app, Spectrasonics Founder and Creative Director Eric Persing said: “One of the big differences between software and hardware synths is the feeling of hardware that´s so wonderful. With the iPad and our new Omni TR app, we are excited to bridge that gap and bring the sense of touch to state-of-the-art virtual instruments like Omnisphere.”
The app is designed to work with Omnisphere v1.5 and will be available to download for free from the App store on 15th February (pending Apple’s review).