The new Fruity Pad Controller (FPC) bears an obvious visual resemblance to Akai's MPC range of sampling drum machines, and in this context might seem redundant at first, being a beatbox plug-in for a beatbox sequencer. But FL Studio 's raison d'être is creating sounds, and there are several new generators that are pertinent, as well as new sample-stretching algorithms. Other improvements apply only to the optional Fruity Slicer, a beat-detection plug-in, and don't concern the basic package. Some of the upgrades are minor, such as improvements to the Granulizer plug-in and the note pad. All three can function as a stand-alone programs with VSTi, DXi and Rewire hosting capability, or work within another DAW using any of the above standards. However, all three versions include the same software synths ('generators' in Fruity-speak) and effects. The top-of-the-range FL Studio Producer and XXL benefit the most from the update, as they are full-fledged digital audio workstations (DAW) for handling all your audio and MIDI needs, whereas FL Studio Fruity Loops and Express don't record audio, so some updates don't apply to them. As the program was described in detail in the SOS version 4 review in November 2003, I'll concentrate on the new features here. Image Line's FL Studio is one of the most popular 'virtual studio' packages, and has now reached version 5. The latest version adds a new drum sequencing tool, high-quality time-stretching and video support. FL Studio has always been popular with those seeking a cost-effective, easy-to-use alternative to the 'big name' sequencers.
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