Hit’n’Mix have announced that the augmented/virtual reality version of their innovative DAW software that was previewed recently has now officially launched. Available exclusively for the Apple Vision Pro, RipX Backstage has been designed to provide users with an entirely new way to create, learn and immerse themselves in music using cutting-edge interactive technology.
The software fully harnesses the advanced eye-tracking and gesture recognition employed by Apple’s headset, and promises to transform music production into a truly immersive experience without the need for any additional controllers. Whether recording, editing, or simply enjoying a track, RipX Backstage brings an entirely new dimension to music creation and listening.
The Four Corners of RipX Backstage
- Watch & Discover: Dive into the Band Room, where any song is split into Player Decks for each instrument. Get up close, or adjust their positions using a simple hand gesture, or explore the Showcase — a dynamic art space where music comes to life like never before.
- Learn & Play: Master songs spatially, visualising piano keys, guitar chords and drum beats in real time. Adjust individual instrument volumes, swap 3D models, slow tempos and practise with the built-in metronome.
- Record & Create: Capture your music with instruments played using only your voice, Bluetooth MIDI, innovative Conductor gestures or the 3D instrument models. Command effects with spoken words, edit notes effortlessly, and enjoy a fluid, hands-on music-making experience.
- Producer Deck: Add automated studio-grade effects, and refine tracks with curated loops, samples, pitch bends and musical scale snapping — all in a visually stunning environment that helps you focus on your creation with 3D crystal clarity.
"RipX Backstage marks a bold leap into the future of music creation, learning and enjoyment. This immersive suite empowers musicians and producers to break from the constraints of conventional computer screens and experience physical freedom in a tangible music-making environment. The suite's 3D representation of audio, combined with powerful professional tools and visualisations within a dynamic world, helps to dissolve boundaries between creators and their craft. Moreover, music enthusiasts can interact with the performance of any song in dynamic spatial audio, while musicians gain a hands-on way to master their favourite tracks.” - Martin Dawe, CEO, Hit’n’Mix
Pricing & Availability
RipX Backstage is available now on the Apple App Store. Users can enjoy the free Watch & Discover features alongside the free standalone RipX Separator App for macOS (access provided from the main App), which converts any song into the Rip format by extracting its notes and instruments. Subscription tiers for Learn & Play and Record & Create unlock the learning and creation features New users can get their first month for free.
