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iZotope Releases Iris 2 Sample-Based Synthesiser
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Zotope, Inc has released the
newest version of their samplebased synthesiser, Iris.
Iris 2 is a visual instrument that
combines the power of a sampler
with the ﬂexibility of a modular synth.
New features include a robust

modulation system, sample pools
that can load both samples and
classic oscillator waveforms, a
completely redesigned interface
with extensive visualisations
and metering, enhanced effects
and ﬁlters, and fresh patches to

iZotope's Iris 2 visual instrument user interface

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inspire creativity.
Iris 2 is built so that new sounds
can be discovered right out of
the box, including soaring leads,
growling basses, classic synths, and
percussive effects. More than 350
patches with intuitive controls are
included, so that users can
easily produce and perform
music that they have
tweaked and customised.
"After listening carefully to
feedback from hundreds of
musicians, producers, and
sound designers, it became
clear that Iris is a oneof-akind tool in their craft," says
iZotope Product Manager
Bradford Swanson. "We've
designed Iris 2 to help
inspire musicians with
new possibilities and
sounds that are easy to
access and tweak, but still
totally unique."
The core of Iris 2's
creative engine is the

ability to layer samples. Endless
combinations can be made by
mixing a built-in collection of
analogue oscillator waveforms, an
11 GB sound library of samples, and
users' own audio files.
Dynamic tremolo effects,
expressive vibratos, and radical
filter sweeps can be achieved
through up to ﬁve adjustablecurve
ADSR envelopes, as well as ﬁve
LFOs with dozens of morphing
wavetable options.
Iris 2 is rounded out with multiple
effects, like eight distortions, a
classic synth chorus, digital and
analogue delay options, and a warm
plate reverb emulation.
iZotope's awardwinning spectral
ﬁltering technology contributes to
the Iris experience.
Users can visualise and edit their
sound with incredible precision by
drawing, selecting, and isolating
sonic components from each
sample layer.

FreeSpeak II - High Performing
Wireless Intercom Technology
I

I's ground-breaking design and
technology makes it a high
performing wireless intercom
option.
It can be tailored for applications
of any magnitude and complexity,
and within varying environments.
The wireless solution also delivers
quality audio, innovative features
and beneficial capabilities that
increase productivity.
FreeSpeak II enables users to
collaborate effectively despite
challenging work conditions, such
as RF interference and poor weather.
In spaces saturated with 2.4 GHz
devices, many wireless intercoms
suffer from audio fading and
connection loss since they compete
for the same frequency spectrum.
FreeSpeak II operates in multiple
license-free DECT bands from
1.897-1.933GHz. Thus, it enables

continuous, clear communication
even in RF hostile settings and
eliminates the need for frequency
coordination.
FreeSpeak II's new active
antennas and wireless beltpacks
are built with state-of-the-art
technology that enhances reliable
wireless connections. Active
antennas utilise separate data and
audio channels in DECT6 to create a
dependable link between beltpacks
and the base station or Eclipse HX
matrices. Beltpacks possess cellular
auto-roaming technology, allowing
them to scan and
Clear-Com's
scalable
FreeSpeak II
system

select the optimal wireless signal.
The system can also withstand
f re q u e n t u s a g e i n h a r s h
environments. The beltpack is IP-65
rated, which means that it is water
and dust resistance for demanding
outdoor and indoor use. The
beltpack's rugged exterior housing
is constructed with polycarbonate
plastic and thermoplastic elastomer
over mould, making it highly durable.
In addition, FreeSpeak II is
scalable for varying applications.
With FreeSpeak II, people can
easily add beltpack users as
their team grows. They can also
extend communication across large
workspaces. As a standalone base
station, the system can support 20
full-duplex wireless beltpacks.
This is the preferred option for

smaller applications. It can also be
scaled for mid-to-large installations.
By implementing it as an integrated
solution within Eclipse HX matrices,
known as FreeSpeak II Integra, up
to 50 full-duplex wireless beltpack
can be used simultaneously.
Moreover, the system's wireless
coverage can be expanded with
locally-powered active antennas.
Antennas can be positioned up
to 3,200 ft away, or 800 ft away
when centrally powered from the
base station. Five way antenna
splitters and up to 10 antennas
can be installed to create a wide
coverage zone.
Users also beneﬁt from FreeSpeak
II's high quality audio, ease-of-use
and advanced features. The system
delivers superior digital 'Clear-Com
Sound' for clear intelligibility. The
intuitive design of the beltpack
makes it simple for users to navigate
the interface and customise settings.
Beltpacks offer ﬁve channels to
enable efﬁcient management of
workﬂows. And innovations such
as "Listen Again" message replay
as well as battery health, RF
status and antenna link monitoring
add convenience. By delivering
flexibility, simplicity and high
performance, FreeSpeak II provides
a remarkable communication
experience and empowers users
to accomplish more.

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