RiffWorks Guitar Recording & Online Collaboration Software Updated To Version 2.5

--Export, 32-bit recording and 32-bit mix make RiffWorks Standard the ideal DAW companion.--

Los Altos, CA - Sonoma Wire Works has released a free update for RiffWorks Standard recording software (Windows & Mac). RiffWorks Standard v2.5 is now the ideal sketchpad for professional DAW users with new features like export, 32-bit recording and 32-bit mix. With RiffWorks Standard you can record ideas at the moment of inspiration, create complete songs with drums and effects, collaborate online with musicians around the world, post tunes to the RiffWorld.com online community, and now export to any DAW for editing and mastering.

RiffWorks Standard v2.5 Improvements Include:

- New Export Options:
o Export Current Riff - Export all the layers of the currently selected Riff as Acidized .wav files including the InstantDrummer and Metronome. Files can then be imported into any DAW.
o Export All Riffs - Exports all riffs from a song as .wav files into separate file folders.
o Sonoma 7 VST Plugin - The 7 award-winning effects from RiffWorks as a VST Plugin. Effects presets are saved during export for access from the Sonoma 7 VST plugin in your DAW. This plugin is available for free to all RiffWorks Standard users as a separate download.
- 32-bit Recording and Export - RiffWorks has always done all processing at 32-bit, but audio files were saved as 16-bit for space and performance reasons. 32-bit file recording is now available as an option in the Audio Setup Window. 32-bit provides the highest recording quality, but takes twice as much disk space.
- 32-bit Mix - The option to mix a 32-bit floating point .wav file allows users to take their final mix into a mastering program at the highest quality.
- Improved Master Output Compressor/Limiter* - All new program-dependent master output compressor/limiter increases overall output level and eliminates pumping and breathing at high output levels.
- Improved Compressor* - New algorithm improves compressors on Layers and Riffs.
- FourTrack Import* - RiffWorks Standard and RiffWorks T4 v2.5 automatically detect and import tracks, complete with gain and pan settings, directly from the FourTrack iPhone application using Bonjour on Mac and Windows.
- RiffLink Progress Bar* - RiffLink now has a progress bar during song loading.
- Many bugs have been fixed, including:
o RiffLink peformance*
o Sound improvements*
o RiffEffects on SongLayers*
o Export/Import SongLayers*

*Improvements marked with an asterix are also included in the RiffWorks T4 v2.5 (free edition) update.

About RiffWorks
RiffWorks easy-to-use guitar recording software includes automatic track creation, loop recording, guitar-oriented effects, InstantDrummer, professionally recorded drum tracks, online music collaboration, and song posting. RiffWorld.com rolls it all into a friendly online community with song contests and more. Download RiffWorks T4 free recording software or purchase RiffWorks Standard for the most features.

RiffWorks T4 v2.5 (Free Edition): http://www.sonomawireworks.com/T4

RiffWorks Standard v2.5 ($129): http://www.sonomawireworks.com/riffworks.php

RiffWorks Standard, by Sonoma Wire Works, is available as a download and CD from Sonoma Wire Works.
RiffWorks Standard CDs are distributed to dealers worldwide by IK Multimedia.

About Sonoma Wire Works
Incorporated in 2003 and headquartered in Los Altos, California, Sonoma Wire Works develops products and services that help musicians enjoy playing, recording and sharing music. RiffWorks has received awards for performance and innovation, including a NAMM 08 Best in Show Trendsetter Award.

MusicDishTV: Tah Mac - Time Of My Life

Time of My Life is the debut single taken from the much anticipated album, "Welcome 2 Tahland" and for late fall it looks set to sizzle! "Time of My Life" an uplifting, feel good record also lays down the ground work for Tah’s inevitable invasion of the charts. www.myspace.com/tahmac

"In this summertime jam, Tah Mac is partying it up on the beaches of 'Tahland'. Life appears to be great there - gorgeous girls, long beaches and lots of sun are all abundant. This is an all-around fun video." - MusicDishTV

MusicDishTV is more than an online video channel; it is the place to find out what's happening in the music world and hear brilliant new talent before they hit the radio airwaves. Artists & bands can submit their videos at http://tv.musicdish.net.

MusicDishTV: Rachael Sage - Vertigo

Official promotional video for "Vertigo" from Rachael Sage's 2008 release CHANDELIER (MPress Records). Directed by Joshua Katcher. www.rachaelsage.com

"Rachael Sage is striking in this eclectic music video. Magicians, fortune tellers, clowns, puppeteers and escape artists are all commonplace here. While psychics deliver their tarot card prophecies and clowns juggle on stage, Rachael sings dutifully at an old-time piano. There is never a dull moment in this superbly produced video." - MusicDishTV

MusicDishTV is more than an online video channel; it is the place to find out what's happening in the music world and hear brilliant new talent before they hit the radio airwaves. Artists & bands can submit their videos at http://tv.musicdish.net.

FourTrack iPhone App Updated To Version 1.2 With Import Into RiffWorks V2.5

--Syncing FourTrack songs from iPhone to computer is now easier with direct import into RiffWorks--

Los Altos, CA - Sonoma Wire Works' FourTrack multitrack audio recorder for the iPhone has been updated to v1.2. FourTrack users can now import tracks, complete with pan and gain settings, directly into RiffWorks recording software for Mac and Windows. Songs can be instantly posted from RiffWorks to the RiffWorld.com community for comments, online collaboration, and contests. More tracks, effects, and drums can be added to songs using RiffWorks. All tracks can be exported as .wav files for use in any DAW.

FourTrack v1.2 iPhone App Improvements Include

* FourTrack WiFi Sync to RiffWorks - RiffWorks Standard and RiffWorks T4 v2.5 automatically detect and import tracks directly from the FourTrack iPhone app, including pan and gain settings, using Bonjour on Mac and Windows.

* Improved Master Output Compressor/Limiter - All new program-dependent master output compressor/limiter increases overall output level and eliminates pumping and breathing at high output levels.

* Disabled sleep during playback - Improves usability.

* Reduced battery usage - Saves battery when phone goes to sleep with FourTrack running.

About FourTrack
The FourTrack multitrack audio recorder for the iPhone is a songwriting and practice tool for singers, guitar players, piano players and other musicians who want to capture musical ideas and record songs on their iPhone. Plug in a microphone, arm a track, record, and repeat. FourTrack works with the iPhone built-in microphone or a headset mic. WiFi sync allows FourTrack recordings to be downloaded to any desktop computer running RiffWorks or with any browser. Tracks can then be loaded into any recording software (DAW) to continue working on songs. FourTrack is developed by Sonoma Wire Works, makers of RiffWorks guitar recording software, and by Retronyms, makers of Recorder, the top selling voice recorder for the iPhone. Introductory price: $9.99. http://www.sonomawireworks.com/iphone/fourtrack

About RiffWorks
RiffWorks easy-to-use guitar recording software includes automatic track creation, loop recording, guitar-oriented effects, InstantDrummer, professionally recorded drum tracks, online music collaboration, and song posting to RiffWorld.com. FourTrack imports into RiffWorks T4 (free edition) and RiffWorks Standard ($129). http://www.sonomawireworks.com/riffworks.php

About Sonoma Wire Works
Incorporated in 2003 and headquartered in Los Altos, California, Sonoma Wire Works develops products and services that help musicians enjoy playing, recording and sharing music. RiffWorks guitar recording software and the RiffWorld.com online collaboration community have received awards for performance and innovation, including a NAMM 08 Best in Show Trendsetter Award. The FourTrack iPhone application is their latest product. http://www.sonomawireworks.com

About The Retronyms
The Retronyms, headquartered in San Francisco's sunny Mission district, is a band of programmers and artists developing entertaining self-expression tools for PC, Mac and the iPhone. The Retronyms focus on creating fun-to-use products with a streamlined workflow, and providing excellent customer service. Current products include Snap, a web cam photo-booth, and Recorder, the top-selling voice recorder for the iPhone. http://www.retronyms.com

Inside The Music Business Holiday Bash To Benefit Salvation Army

On Tuesday December 23rd, the Inside the Music Business Holiday Bash will take place at the Mix Ultra Lounge in Hollywood, Florida. The event is open to the public and will provide a mix of music industry professionals, live music, food, beverage and giveaways. The night will benefit the Salvation Army of Ft. Lauderdale. "I decided to make our end of year mixer a holiday bash," said Eric Kline, Creator of the Inside the Music Business brand of products and services. "I heard the news that the Salvation Army of Ft. Lauderdale lost its main monetary donor for 2009, and could be on the verge of reducing services (food, water, shelter) to more than six thousand people in Broward County/Ft. Lauderdale." Something had to be done. After all, Kline's inspiration for entering the music business was borne out of the efforts of his musical heroes. "In the eighties, I revered artists like Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi for their musical message and their actions in their own communities. I would always be impressed to see them give back. They donated money to local food banks and produced annual benefits." "We are delighted to be the beneficiary of this event," said Sally Gress, Director of Development at The Salvation Army in Ft. Lauderdale. "This has been a very rough year for fundraising, so we are appreciative of this effort." Kline has heard from a vast array of music industry professionals and expects the South Florida music community to support the night. Also several major players from New York and Nashville (down for the holidays) are expected. The event is open to the public (cover is $10) and will feature music from some of South Florida's premiere indie artists: Alejandra Alberti, Robbie Hazen and White Mike Oz. Excerpts of the artists' performances and power player interviews (which are recorded), will appear on the forthcoming Inside the Music Business Radio Show hosted by MC Serch. Other sponsors/strategic partners include: Steady Image Film & Video, Music Dish Network and Fedex Office. Attendees also have a chance to win Miami Heat and Florida Panther Tickets as well as studio time at Spectrum Recording Studios in Pompano Beach. Kline plans on expanding the Inside the Music Business mixers to other cities around the country in 2009 in conjunction with the launch of the radio show. People can donate directly to the Salvation Army of Ft. Lauderdale by contacting Sally Gress at 954.712.2431 http://www.InsideTheMusicBusiness.com