System Update: September 28
The Axion User Manual first draft is now up on our site, and we have another release filled with updates as units are being assembled and we prepare to take orders. This last two-week cycle saw some amazing updates on VST3 support, some of our favorite plugins are working so good, it’s hard to stop playing long enough to get work done! Besides, there’s nothing quite like running windows code on linux and streaming it to a Mac. 🙂 Thank you again to our beta test team and artist partners, we’re almost there!
Here’s the latest:
Audio Engine & UI
- “Stacks”: A new feature for composite devices, parallel paths, split/merge and more.
- Performance optimization across the board.
- Lots of QOL improvements, and a much more consistent look-and-feel across the UI.
Desktop Software
- The desktop companion software now allows you to stream LV2 and VST3 user interfaces straight to your desktop PC. Authorize software, install files, create presets, and then load everything on Axion for performing live.
- Backup and restore your data, manage set lists and rigs
VST3 Support
- Lots of work the last two weeks on VST3 compatibility, particularly supporting .exe and .msi installers, and testing all kinds of kooky licensing schemes. iLok is still down for now but not out! We have some ideas… More to come on iLok later.
- Full isolation of plugins to avoid crashes.
Coming Next:
- Global transport controls.
- General quality assurance and the first production builds.
- Mobile companion app.
How do I get one?
Unlike other hardware companies, we are self-funded and will grow at a healthy rate; we will not turn our customers into unwitting investors. We’re building a limited number of units each month, first-come, first-served. To reserve your spot, simply join our wait list and you will be given an ETA and a link to purchase when yours is ready. No up-front payment, and no catch.
Axion starts at $1,799 for customers in the US. But our retail packaging is still in manufacturing and units won’t ship until Q4, so everyone on the waitlist will receive a time-limited offer to buy at $1,699, subject to offer terms and conditions.
Join the waitlist today. We’ve been waiting a year to put this in your hands, on your stages, in your studios, and on your desks.