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Elektron Overbridge ‘Complete Erases The Line Between Hardware And Software Plugin Instruments’

At Musikmesse 2014, Elektron introduced Overbridge, a new technology that they say ‘completely erases the line between analog hardware and software plug-in instruments’. Elektron Overbridge is designed to deliver seamless DAW integration of analog synthesizers and drum machines. Here are the details: Full VST/AU control Thanks to Overbridge, the Analog range of Elektron machines can be… Read More Elektron Overbridge ‘Complete Erases The Line Between Hardware And Software Plugin Instruments’

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Arturia Intros MiniBrute SE Analog Synthesizer

At Musikmesse 2014, Arturia today introduced a ‘special edition’ of their MiniBrute synthesizer, the MiniBrute SE. The MiniBrute SE shares the same physical footprint as the original MiniBrute, but adds: The SE edition features brushed aluminium casing with wooden sides An all-new step Sequencer expands playing options with the MiniBrute SE, with six Pattern sequences… Read More Arturia Intros MiniBrute SE Analog Synthesizer

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Line 6 Intros Amplifi FX100 iOS-enabled WiFi Effects Pedal

At Musikmesse 2014, Line 6 today introduced AMPLIFi FX100, an iOS enabled, ‘cloud-enhanced’ multi-effects pedal. It lets users wirelessly control every detail of the effect. The AMPLIFi Remote iOS app lets users control the pedal from an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch*. With the Remote app, there’s no need to navigate through tiny screens and complex… Read More Line 6 Intros Amplifi FX100 iOS-enabled WiFi Effects Pedal

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Lemur 5 Update Adds Sequencing, Custom Object Design

Liine has released Lemur 5.0 – the latest version of its MIDI/OSC control app for iOS. Version 5.0 introduces the Canvas object, which lets you create completely custom interfaces; and the Sequencer family of features: Canvas is a brand new object that lets you script custom widgets with full multitouch support. The object is adapted from… Read More Lemur 5 Update Adds Sequencing, Custom Object Design

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Akai MPX16 Sampler Features 16 Pads, On-Board Sample-Processing, MIDI In/Out

Musikmesse 2014: Akai Professional has introduced the MPX16, an advanced sample player with onboard sound recording. Samples are saved to an SD card, and can be played back using either the unit’s MPC-style pads or via external MIDI device, via USB-MIDI and 3.5mm (1/4-inch) MIDI inputs. Samples are captured at CD-quality, via dual 6.3mm (1/4-inch) inputs… Read More Akai MPX16 Sampler Features 16 Pads, On-Board Sample-Processing, MIDI In/Out

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