UltraMixer
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| developer | onexip GmbH |
| Publishing year | 2002 |
| Current version | 6.2.4 (January 30, 2020) |
| operating system | Windows from 2000 , macOS and Linux |
| programming language | Java , C ++ |
| category | DJ program |
| License | proprietary |
| German speaking | Yes |
| www.ultramixer.com | |
UltraMixer is a commercial DJ program for Windows , macOS and Linux . UltraMixer is specially designed for the needs of mobile DJs who are booked as service providers for events such as weddings, and is also recommended for use in dance schools and restaurants. According to the company, the software was the first platform-independent DJ software for Windows, Mac OS and Linux. It has been developed and distributed since 2002 by the Dresden- based onexip GmbH (formerly UltraMixer Digital Audio Solutions GbR) of the same name . Since 2016 the company has been called "onexip GmbH".
Range of functions
The software functions as a dual audio player with two independently controllable decks . The pieces of music played can be mixed in real time , seamlessly fade over using crossfader and optional beat matching, and alienated with digital effects . Time stretching makes it possible to adjust the playback speed of the pieces of music without changing the pitch. With a 3-band and a 31-band equalizer , adjustments to the respective spatial conditions are possible.
A central component of the graphical user interface is a file manager called FileArchive for the quick search and organization of pieces of music and playlists . In addition to numerous audio formats such as MP3, AAC , FLAC or M4A , video files and audio CDs can also be played. Optionally, the archive surface can be uncoupled and placed on a second screen .
The software also contains a digital mixer with options for recording live sets , for automatic gain control (AGC) and, from version 3, various graphic waveform views. German and English are available as operating languages (as of July 2011).
Hardware support
UltraMixer can either be used as a digital mixer or combined with hardware mixers . The software supports the output on up to six channels of multiple sound cards ; four channels for the two audio players and for separate pre-listening as well as for sample and pre-listening players. The ASIO and ALSA sound systems are optionally supported, which enable very low latency times.
The software can be operated with numerous MIDI controllers that act as a supplement to the mouse and keyboard, including models from American DJ (American Audio), Behringer , Denon , EKS (Finland), Hercules, M-Audio (now Avid ) , Numark and Vestax. To support a light jockeys can light control software Madrix be connected.
Editions
Version 2 is offered in several editions with different functions and different usage rights. A functionally unrestricted demo can be tested indefinitely. The successor version 3 is available in a basic and professional edition, which can also be tested without restriction.
history
UltraMixer has been developed by media computer scientists Tobias Bley and Matthias Hänel since 2002 . The focus of the development is a high usability (usability). Version 1 was free to use, the first commercial version 2 was presented as a public beta version in October 2005. Significant changes compared to version 1 were a completely redesigned, skin- compatible graphical user interface and the integrated file manager.
New versions of the software were released about every one to two months. The software has been implementing the replay gain process since the beginning of 2006 . A 31-band equalizer, time stretching , real-time effects such as flanger , high and low pass ( cutoff ) and loops have been supported since the end of 2006. With version 2.1 a sample player and support for MIDI devices have been integrated. The list of directly supported MIDI controllers has been continuously expanded since then. Version 2.2 added automatic silence detection, version 2.3 including direct access to iTunes playlists.
UltraMixer 3.0 was announced in late 2008 and released in November 2010. Innovations were the free scalability of the user interface, graphical waveforms and the option to choose between views with two and one playlist (technical language waitlist ). Version 3 supports automatic beat matching with synchronized automatic loops, digital scratching , sound recording and automatic gain control (AGC).
Version 4 was released in December 2012. Are among other innovations the integration of Internet radio - streaming servers ( Shoutcast , Icecast ), microphone support, and video, and cover searches.
In December 2015 UltraMixer5S was released with a completely new video engine and many new features such as karaoke, beat driven visuals and full 64 bit support.
In April 2018 UltraMixer 6 was released with new functions such as 4 players and a video sampler.
reception
UltraMixer is regularly included in full versions, some of which are free, on CDs such as c't and Computer Bild . UltraMixer was download tip of the day on various web portals . The editorial team of Computer Bild, for example, recommends the free version of the “visually appealing player” as the “perfect partner for your next party”. The trade magazine Beat presents 18 DJ programs in a market overview, including UltraMixer. Netzwelt counts the software “among the best DJ programs”. The Brazilian download portal Baixaki praises the intuitive user interface and emphasizes the simplicity compared to other music players.
The simplicity of the software, which for example did not use graphical waveform displays until 2009, is both criticized and praised .
In 2008, the software was downloaded over a million times from the manufacturer's website, and download portals such as Netzwelt recorded 400,000 downloads.
Web links
Individual evidence
- ↑ Salection: UltraMixer 3 - Test ( Memento of the original from February 11, 2013 in the web archive archive.today ) Info: The archive link was automatically inserted and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. . June 22, 2011.
- ↑ Product description UltraMixer 3
- ^ Free State of Saxony: Sächsischer Mittelstandsbericht 2008 . January 2009.
- ↑ UltraMixer Blog: UltraMixer - The next step (Waitlist, Waveform & more) ( Memento of the original from May 17, 2014 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. . October 29, 2008.
- ↑ delamar: UltraMixer 3: The DJ software is growing up ( memento of the original from January 11, 2011 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. . January 7, 2011.
- ↑ Press review
- ↑ Wolfgang Harbauer: It has to be on the computer: Current software tips 100 . October 1st, 2010. In it: "Despite many practical functions, UltraMixer remains nicely clear."
- ↑ Computer image : UltraMixer review and download
- ↑ Beat DJ Guide 01/2011: The right DJ software .
- ↑ a b Netzwelt: UltraMixer review and download
- ↑ Baixaki: UltraMixer review and download (Portuguese)
- ↑ Frank Martin Lauterwein: This is where the user speaks: opinion of the month on UltraMixer . December 28, 2009. In it: "... exactly the functions that you really need as a DJ at an event."
- ↑ UltraMixer Blog: Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2009 ( Memento of the original from May 17, 2014 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. . December 23, 2008.
