Livid Instruments Announces a Major Update to its Union Video Performance Software
June 8, 2005 (Press Release) --
New York, NY – June 7, 2005 - Livid Instruments introduced today Union 1.5
for Mac OS X, a major upgrade to its live video performance software, a
staple among video artists and computer-centric musicians all over the
world. Union 1.5 is designed around one core concept: “Playing Video.” With
new features such as a larger clip library, effects triggers, clip
sequencer, easy to use LFO’s, integrated MIDI templates, four effect layers,
and an optimized engine for real time performance, Union 1.5 has elevated
the standard for real-time video.
“Union’s real-time triggering, effects, and mixing allow me play off the
performance and the crowds,“ says Livid VJ Jason Senk, currently on a world
tour with Latin Grammy winner Juanes. “I have complete control of LED walls,
projectors, camera feeds, and monitors all from a single computer. The
interface and controls are so easy to use I can perform at [Miami's]
American Airline Arena one night and be ready for a show in Peru the next.”
Union’s unique approach to video instrumentation turns the experience of
creating video into an expressive, multimedia performance. Since all effects
processing and mixing is done in real-time, there are no render times.
Adding effects to a video clip or camera feed is as simple as moving a knob.
Union’s seamless and sophisticated MIDI integration allows effortless
hardware control from almost any MIDI device, making it the ideal tool for
beginners and pros alike.
An expansive array of effects - from pixel reductions to color controls to
texture maps onto 3D objects - gives the artist potential for limitless
images from a single video clip. Offstage, high-quality recording gives
content creators a new way to manipulate images without using a timeline
editor.
Since its release Union has powered performances from small clubs to Madison
Square Garden for artists ranging from DJ Sasha to the televised Source
Hip-Hop Awards. Union’s universal appeal has transformed the creative
process of video performance and presentation. Union 1.5 is available for a
free demo download and purchase from the Livid Instruments website.
About Livid Instruments
Livid Instruments is at the forefront of the real-time video revolution. Its
mission is to empower, artists, performers, VJ’s and DJ’s by providing
powerful and cost effective tools for the digital age. In 2001 Livid
founder and media artist Jay Smith reinvented video performance with the
creation of the Viditar (video guitar). Livid’s core technology utilizes the
increasing power and portability of consumer-grade computers to provide
premier live video mixing hardware and software.
For More Information Contact
Jay Smith, President, Livid Instruments, LLC.
http://www.lividinstruments.com
System Requirements
Macintosh G4 400Mhz
256 MB Ram OS X 10.2 or later, 800Mhz
512MB ram preferred
for Mac OS X, a major upgrade to its live video performance software, a
staple among video artists and computer-centric musicians all over the
world. Union 1.5 is designed around one core concept: “Playing Video.” With
new features such as a larger clip library, effects triggers, clip
sequencer, easy to use LFO’s, integrated MIDI templates, four effect layers,
and an optimized engine for real time performance, Union 1.5 has elevated
the standard for real-time video.
“Union’s real-time triggering, effects, and mixing allow me play off the
performance and the crowds,“ says Livid VJ Jason Senk, currently on a world
tour with Latin Grammy winner Juanes. “I have complete control of LED walls,
projectors, camera feeds, and monitors all from a single computer. The
interface and controls are so easy to use I can perform at [Miami's]
American Airline Arena one night and be ready for a show in Peru the next.”
Union’s unique approach to video instrumentation turns the experience of
creating video into an expressive, multimedia performance. Since all effects
processing and mixing is done in real-time, there are no render times.
Adding effects to a video clip or camera feed is as simple as moving a knob.
Union’s seamless and sophisticated MIDI integration allows effortless
hardware control from almost any MIDI device, making it the ideal tool for
beginners and pros alike.
An expansive array of effects - from pixel reductions to color controls to
texture maps onto 3D objects - gives the artist potential for limitless
images from a single video clip. Offstage, high-quality recording gives
content creators a new way to manipulate images without using a timeline
editor.
Since its release Union has powered performances from small clubs to Madison
Square Garden for artists ranging from DJ Sasha to the televised Source
Hip-Hop Awards. Union’s universal appeal has transformed the creative
process of video performance and presentation. Union 1.5 is available for a
free demo download and purchase from the Livid Instruments website.
About Livid Instruments
Livid Instruments is at the forefront of the real-time video revolution. Its
mission is to empower, artists, performers, VJ’s and DJ’s by providing
powerful and cost effective tools for the digital age. In 2001 Livid
founder and media artist Jay Smith reinvented video performance with the
creation of the Viditar (video guitar). Livid’s core technology utilizes the
increasing power and portability of consumer-grade computers to provide
premier live video mixing hardware and software.
For More Information Contact
Jay Smith, President, Livid Instruments, LLC.
http://www.lividinstruments.com
System Requirements
Macintosh G4 400Mhz
256 MB Ram OS X 10.2 or later, 800Mhz
512MB ram preferred
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