Heads up, Peak users: BIAS, Inc. has announced the release of Peak Pro 7.0.3, a new update for the audio editing and mastering software. Along with a number of enhancements -- including optimizations for Mac OS X version 10.7 (Lion) -- Peak Pro 7.0.3 includes a new application from Sonoris for DDP verification and playback.

What is DDP? Short for Disc Description Protocol, DDP is a professional audio delivery format developed by DCA to ensure accurate replication for CD glass mastering.

About the 7.0.3 software update, Jason E. Davies, VP of Business Development for BIAS, commented, "Peak users worldwide have long enjoyed the ability to export DDP file sets -- now we're including an excellent solution for verifying them before sending them out for replication. The new Peak DDP Player app from Sonoris should be well received and we're excited to include it at no additional charge with Peak 7."

Peak Pro 7.0.3 is now available as a free downloadable update from the BIAS Web site for registered users of Peak Pro 7, and it is included with BIAS Peak Studio and Peak Studio XT software suites. Both Peak Studio and Peak Studio XT also include editions of SoundSoap, SoundSoap Pro, and Master Perfection Suite plugins with the only difference being that the XT edition extends their compatibility to third party AU, RTAS / AS, and VST host applications. Moreover, Peak Studio and Peak Studio XT include SoundSaver, a dedicated application for LP and tape archiving, additional plugins, and royalty-free audio content.

Peak Studio ($599) and Peak Studio XT ($1,199) are available through authorized resellers worldwide. Peak Studio LE is also available for $129 and includes an edition of SoundSoap, SoundSaver, Reveal (audio analysis suite), and more -- a package that, according to BIAS, make it the ideal audio editing, restoration, and mastering solution for the budget conscious or entry level customer. The streamlined Peak Express 7 ($39.95) is also available from the BIAS Web site.

SoundSaver, along with SoundSoap, SoundSoap Pro, and Master Perfection Suite, are available separately for Mac and Windows, with editions starting $49.95.

For more information, visit bias-inc.com.