Radial Now Available for OS X

Cycling '74 has released Radial 1.1 for Mac OS X, an extensible loop-based composition and performance tool. Radial 1.1 takes advantage of Mac OS X's Core Audio and Core MIDI, allowing the use of multiple audio and MIDI interfaces at very low latency. Radial 1.1 also includes several enhancements including a convenient new file grouping mechanism and improved sync capabilities.

Not simply another loop sequencer for real-time tinkering with tempo and pitch on multiple loops, Radial is a loop-based performance software with a unique interface thoughtfully optimized for playing live. The program is based on loop channels represented by circular displays, each with its own performable multi-filter and pitch shifting/time scaling. Almost every aspect of the system can be configured for live performance, studio recording, or sound exploration, controlled from a variety of sources (control surfaces, MIDI, keyboard or mouse). Radial features complete multi-channel audio I/O support, audio and effects routing, and support for VST plug-ins.

Radial supports all major audio file formats and I/O standards. As a bonus, you get a dozen plug-in effects from the Pluggo collection, as well as a free library of loops. Pluggo 1.1 includes new plug-ins for live audio input, parameter automation and reverb. Price and Availability

Radial has a suggested retail price of $199 and is available for purchase or download. Version 1.1 of Radial for OS X is available as a free upgrade to all registered Radial users.

For more information, visit their web site at www.cycling74.com.