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Kid Nepro’s Big Beat collection is now available in Apple Loop format for Apple’s popular Garage Band and Soundtrack programs. Easily create grooves with our “SP1200 Beats”, M3 “Proto Rock” Program/Combi Loops and Triton “Producers Mix”. Over 500 New loops for Hip Hop, Techno, Rock, Rave, House and Industrial tracks. All time sliced and well organized so you can just drag and drop a cool mix together in minutes.

Each file has between 20 and 30 loops included in it and is only $5. Buy six files and get two FREE. Any Eight Files for $30. Delivery as downloadable files only. Pick the “FREE e-mail delivery” option and “AIFF” format for same day delivery.

More info and demos at: THE SAMPLE CITY SECTION Of our web site.

Now that Korg has updated the M3 to the new “expanded” version with the 2.0 operating system, many of you might have experienced some problems with your custom sounds and sequences. There are a few issues involved that I wanted to touch on concerning that as well as how our M3 Proto Rock sounds have transitioned to the 2.0 OS. If you have not already downloaded the new OS, you can find it “HERE”

We recommend downloading and installing the new OS even though you might experience some problems getting everything back to normal. The update is packed with lot’s of new features including those new EX-USB-PCM sounds that everyone has been waiting for and includes new Acoustic Pianos, Brass and Woodwinds. We have also read that “some” M3 owners have had some real headaches with the update which are still being worked on at this point, but most M3 users have had little or no problems with the new OS. 

After updating to 2.0, the first thing you might have noticed is that all the programs are now in a different order. The sounds are set up more like the “Producers PCG” that Korg provided when they released their super charged 512 patch update a few weeks ago and the programs are now all set up in sounds categories. This creates problems with any custom combis that you have created since the combis all reference the programs that were in their old positions. Unfortunately, the only thing you can do to fix that is to go in and change all the programs to point to the new positions in the 2.0 OS.

A second problem is with the drum patterns and also has to do with the change of position in the programs. What you will notice with the drums is that all the drum track programs default to the A018 - Studio Standard Kit. This problem only occurs in program mode. Also, the only fix for this at the moment is to go in and change them back one by one to your old drum kit settings.

I’ve included a couple of links to the Karma Lab forums where these issues are being discussed and where you will be able to find some good info on how to best get you back up and running with the new operating system. You can find them at:

http://www.karma-lab.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12774 

http://www.karma-lab.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12771 

Now for the good news!

Proto Rock, our custom sound set for the M3 has been virtually unaffected by the update. You will not experience any “broken combis” that others might experience due to the programs being moved around. PR’s programs are all original programs that we have programmed so the combis reference those and not the factory programs. All of Proto Rock’s data is neatly self contained in one soundbank and does not rely on the factory settings. We had taken great care to set things up like this just in case of a situation like this. We have learned it’s better to have everything living in one bank and not to rely on factory settings being where they are supposed to be. After a synth is around for awhile, data gets moving around and that’s when you start running into problems.

However, there has been one small problem with the drum programs that has occurred with the Radias programs in User-F bank. Since those programs were referencing the factory drum settings all the drum track programs default to the A018 - Studio Standard Kit (as I mentioned above). We originally did this so we could provide some free demos of the sounds and it had to be set up that way, but we were well aware of potential problems that might occur if things were moved around.

In any case, we have now fixed the problems with the Radias drum patterns and have updated Proto Rock to version 1.4.6. This version is fully compatible with the new M3 2.0 OS. This is a free update for anyone already running Proto Rock 1.4 or later so just contact us via phone or e-mail for the free update. Just beware not to load this version into your M3 until you have first updated to the new 2.0 OS since it is not compatible with earlier operating systems.

Also note that if your running our “original” version of Proto Rock (version 1.0 through 1.1.5) there is no need to do anything since the update only affects the Radias programs. Just reload the Proto Rock data after you upgrade and your ready to roll.

If you have any questions or comments about the new Expanded M3 or Proto Rock, please contact us. More info on Proto Rock and all our Korg M3 patches can be found at the Korg section of our web site.

Thanks for your support and enjoy the sounds.

Kid Nepro’s massive SP1200 sound library is now available for download in WAV, Reason or Kontakt file formats. Get that “Lo-Fi” - 12 Bit Dirty Drum Sound for your hardware or software sampler. Thousands of new SP1200 samples from one of our most popular sound collections. Without having to shell out all that cash for a vintage SP1200, you can now get the next best thing. Much care was taken to preserve the original sound of the SP1200 when sampling the files and assembling the drum kits. The results are as close as you get to the real thing. 

50 New Drum Kits made for creating killer beats in no time. And, over 200 new WAV and REX Loops that will jump start your tracks. A wide assortment of drum kits now available including old favorites like the TR808 and TR909 to custom Hip Hop, Trance, Rave, House, Cyber and Techno Kits. All arranged for easy set up with any sampler.

Drum kits and loops are available as individual downloads for only $5. per kit. Buy Six and Get Two FREE. Or get the complete collection as a Download, WAV or Kontakt CD-ROM or Reason Refill for only $75. Large discounts when you purchase our special bundle packs. More info at;

http://www.kidnepro.com/KN/SampleCity/AIFF-WAV/sp1200-wav-reason-kontakt-downloads.html

Now Proto Rock, our first sound release for the Korg M3 is even better with a major update. The new versions have lot’s of new goodies included and are recommended for all M3 users.

1- Version 1.1.5 - For all “Original” Proto Rock users who have not yet updated to our Radias Rock sounds. This is a FREE UPDATE!

2- Version 1.4.5. For Radias Rock owners who are running Version 1.4. Also a FREE UPDATE!

The updates include a few bug fixes, remixing of several combis and extensive KARMA real time controls added to all 96 combis master layers.

Version 1.4.5 is a FREE UPDATE for all registered users EXCEPT if your still running version 1.2 or 1.3. In that case you can update to 1.4.5 for only $10. Or..If you have just picked up the Radias Expansion board, original Proto Rock owners can update to 1.4.5 for $25.

Contact us via phone or e-mail for your update and you will be Proto Rockin with a couple of hours. If you need any more info or are not sure which version you have just let us know.

More info on all Proto Rock options can be found at: Our Main M3 Page.

Thanks for your support and enjoy the sounds!

Proto Rock Version 1.3 - “Radias Rock” now adds “thirty two” new programs designed for the M3 Radias expansion board.

AND….The best part is if you have already updated to Proto Rock 1.2 then the update is FREE! That’s right, thirty two new Classic Synth programs at no extra charge. We appreciate your support and we just wanted to say thank you with some free sounds.

The new programs feature an assortment of vintage synth sounds geared towards Rock, Pop, R&B, Funk or Jazz tracks and live gigs. A mix of analog basses, leads, pads, synths and rhythmic programs featuring the Radias Mod Sequencer, M3 drum track and KARMA technology.

Proto Rock now contains a total of: 96 Programs, 80 Combis and over 50 megs of new multi samples. Sounds are in Korg PCG format and KSC sample format and delivered by our quick download delivery.

More info Over Here.

The Patch King has just released a new video promoting our Korg M3 Radias Rock collection. “New York To Barbados” features several new sounds programmed for the M3 Radias expansion board and film clips taken from around New York City and The beautiful Caribbean island of Barbados.

We have also just launched a music video section at kidnepro.com where you can view some of the latest you tube music videos from up and coming artists.

More info on our Korg M3 Radias Rock sounds Over Here.

Not just another sound library, Kid Nepro’s “Proto Rock” for the Korg M3 is more like a software program. Regular updates will be released and all Proto Rock owners will be able to update for a small fee. Proto Rock Version 1.2 - “Radias Rock”, the first update is now available and contains sixteen new combis designed for the M3 Radias expansion board. 

Kid Nepro will also be running specials linking sounds from our sample city vault to all registered users. Build up your M3 and sample sound libraries all at the same time with a great selection of sounds from The Patch King.

More info including Proto Rock and Radias Rock demos at our web site.      

The Patch King pleased to announce the release of Proto Rock. Our first collection of sounds for the Korg M3 Sampler/Workstation. 

Proto Rock contains 64 programs, 64 Combis and over 50 Megs of new samples. All for only $60. US dollars.

Complete Info and MP3 Audio Demos can be found at:   

The Korg M3 Section Of Our Web Site 

The Patch King is hard at work on our first collection of sounds for the new Korg M3 series. “Proto Rock” will contain 64 new programs and 64 new combis for the Korg M3 and M3m sampling workstations. It will also include several new multi samples and will be available “Fall 2007″.

You can find more info and three audio demos at;

The M3 Section Of Our Web Site

Korg has really hit a home run with this new instrument. They have added everything that was missing in the Triton and Karma and put it all together in a sweet package that is sure to do very well with pro musicians and weekend warriors alike. The editing software included with the M3 is a pleasure to work with. It’s all laid out very well and makes it really easy to bring your ideas to life.

The 64 megs of RAM included is a great starting point for adding your own multi samples and the Radius board option is simply amazing! Hook a microphone up and you will have hours of fun playing with vocoder effect included. The new multi effect section has also been drastically improved with some great new effects like a sweet “Tube Preamp” and “Mastering” effect.

We are looking forward to producing a large library of sounds for this amazing new instrument. If you have any suggestions as to what you would like us to develop please contact us and let us know.