* Native Instruments has announced the release of version 3.0.3 of Pro-53, introducing Universal Binary support, which will enable owners of Intel-based Macintosh computers to utilize this emulation of the legendary Prophet 5 analog synthesizer from the 1980s. The 3.0.3 update for Windows and Mac OS X is now available as a free download for all registered users of Pro-53 on the NI website. For installation on a Intel-based Macintosh computer, a Universal Binary license code must be purchased. Customers who first registered Pro-53 after September 12th, 2006, are eligible for a free Universal Binary license code.
* Waves has announced the release of the L3-LL Multimaximizer and L3-LL Ultramaximizer. The L3-LL Multimaximizer is available exclusively to owners of Waves Mercury, Diamond, and the L3 Multimaximizer with current Waves Update Plan coverage. The L3-LL Ultramaximizer is available exclusively to owners of Platinum with current Waves Update Plan coverage. According to Waves, the L3-LL multiband peak limiter lets you maximize your mix, track by track, instrument by instrument. Including the same versatile presets that made the L3 the favorite of engineers the world over, the L3-LL extends the capabilities of the L-Series by leaps and bounds. Plus, its low latency makes it an indispensable tool for mixing and mastering engineers alike. The LL3-Ultramaximizer is available for Native and TDM systems and requires iLok.