Toontrack has released Transistor Organ EKX, a new expansion for EZkeys, which has been updated to v2.1.5.
Transistor Organ EKX
Transistor Organ EKX features a one-of-a-kind instrument created by combining advanced synthesis and modulation with sampled sounds. Toontrack says the result is a broad and powerful expansion with sounds inspired by some of the most iconic transistor organs ever built.
Equal parts rhythm engine, hook-carrying melody machine and purveyor of hypnotic atmosphere, classic transistor organs have long been a defining force in the DNA of psychedelic rock, garage, pop, reggae and beyond. From the pioneering acts of the 1950s to artists at the forefront of the scene today, their unmistakable twang still cuts through the mix with the same vitality it had when these instruments first rolled off the factory floors. This EKX is an homage to the transistor organ as a whole – not just a model, but the sound, the vibe and the indelible impact it has etched into music history.
The Transistor Organ EKX features a one-of-a-kind instrument inspired by some of the most iconic transistor organs ever built. It was captured by combining advanced synthesis and modulation with sampled sounds, resulting in a broad and powerful instrument.
Taking some of the most defining sounds as a starting point and building from there, it offers a scope covering more than 40 unique and mix-ready tones. These range from raw and organic to layered and creatively textured, including sounds involving string- and pad-like elements. In addition to the presets, a versatile MIDI library of arrangements created specifically for each preset is included, allowing you to start writing immediately with a perfectly matched combination of performance and tone.
If you’re looking for more than just an organ – one that delivers all the genuine sounds, feels and vibes without being boxed into a mold – this EKX is for you.
Feature Spotlight
- Features a one-of-a-kind instrument inspired by several classic transistor organs.
- Captured by combining advanced synthesis and modulation with sampled sounds.
- Great for rock, pop, indie, psychedelic and beyond.
- More than 40 unique and mix-ready presets inspired by classic organ-centric songs, sounds and players.
- Sounds cover anything from basic to distorted and ambient tones featuring several layers.
- Includes a MIDI library unique to the product.
Pricing & Availability
Transistor Organ EKX is available now for €89 at toontrack.com/product/transistor-organ-ekx
Changes in EZkeys 2.1.5
General:
- Added support for Transistor Organ EKX.
- On Mac, the standalone icon and the project icon have been updated to macOS Tahoe style.
Audio Engine:
- Improved performance when using multiple CPU cores (in the Advanced tab in Settings), especially on Mac.
Keys Tab:
- In String Machine EKX, the Instrument controls view now includes a knob that controls the expression pedal.
Bug Fixes
General:
- Importing certain EZkeys 1 projects could cause a crash.
Audio Engine:
- During playback, MIDI notes would in some cases be rendered several samples too early or too late.
Song Track:
- Audio export at sample rates other than 44.1 kHz did not have accurate timing of the hits.
- Recording CC (pedals) could in some DAWs cause data for that CC to be overwritten in all preceding MIDI blocks on the track.
Edit Play Style:
- Setting Amount below zero could cause a crash in certain cases.
Grooves Tab:
- Closing a detached Grooves tab window when Tap2Find is visible no longer shows the grooves browser on top of Tap2Find.
Grid Editor:
- Double-clicking in the CC editor with the Pointer Tool will no longer add a node if one already exists at that time.
- On Mac, the tooltips for the zoom buttons in the Grid Editor said incorrect modifiers to use with the mouse wheel.
Standalone:
- The Windows standalone did not respond to changes of the Windows display scale according to the « Adjust scale to screen » setting, instead it was rescaled by Windows.