Synapse Audio has announced the release of
Orion x64, the 64-bit edition of its music production package for Windows XP64 and Windows Vista 64.
Thisnew edition has substantial technical advantages over the 32-bitedition. First, the restriction to about 2.5-3.5 GB of usable memory on32-bit systems is lifted, which benefits memory-intensive VST plug-inssuch as sample-based instruments. Second, 64-bit software runssignificantly faster than 32-bit software. CPU-intensive plugins cangain up to 30-80% in speed, allowing for more complex projects.
The64-bit version of Orion is available to all registered Orion customersfree of charge. New customers can buy Orion for $99 and get access toboth the 32-bit and the 64-bit edition.