Open Labs Announces Karsyn VST/DX Host Environment
January 29, 2004
Open Labs used the Winter NAMM show to announced Karsyn (think late night talk show), a real-time host application for VSTi and DXi
soft-synths as well as DirectX and VST audio effects designed for use in
live performance.
Karsyn, a virtual instrument rack for software plug-ins based on
technologies from brainspawn and co-developed by Open Labs, offers
real-time control and flexibility. Karsyn features multiple
simultaneous soft-synths, effects plug-ins, MIDI inputs, audio inputs and
outputs. Karsyn supports up to 32 soft-synths with effects, as well as up to
32 WDM or ASIO outputs.
Advanced MIDI control allows the user to create keyboard splits and layers
across multiple soft-synths in addition to the ability to independently
remap MIDI present, channel and controller data for each soft-synth.
Creation of multiple "scenes" allows the user to rapidly change MIDI and
audio routing, synth patches and effects settings real-time in live
performances.
The user interface for Karsyn is specially designed for use on stage, where
speed and accuracy is needed the most. Large controllers along with a
logical layout, ensures the user maximum control while performing. When used
in conjunction with the Controller One touch screen controller from Open
Labs, Karsyn can become the real-world controller for all software plug-ins.
Karsyn will be included with all Open Labs products including the OpenSynth
neKo series keyboards, OpenStudio OMX series iDAWs, and the Controller One.
Karsyn will be offered as a standalone application in the near future.
Estimated retail price is $129.00.
For more information, visit their web site at www.openlabs.com. | 
