Native Instruments Releases Updated Traktor Kontrol X1 MK2

Native Instruments today released its updated Traktor Kontrol X1, a new version of its decks and effects controller. With the same size and design as the original controller, Traktor Kontrol X1’s new features include touch-sensitive Browse and Loop encoders, 7-segment displays and LEDs for visual feedback, and an innovative multipurpose touch strip for added tactile… Read More Native Instruments Releases Updated Traktor Kontrol X1 MK2

Applied Acoustics Systems releases Microsound Textures

Canadian synthesis software developers Applied Acoustics Systems (AAS) has released the Microsound Textures sound bank for the Chromaphone creative percussion synthesizer and AAS Player plug-ins in collaboration with artist and sound designer Richard Devine. Microsound Textures joins Cardinals and KitNetix as the third title in Chromaphone’s Sound Bank Series expansion line.

Electrix Releases Custom Traktor Remix Decks For Tweaker

Electrix, the creator of the Tweaker MIDI controller, has announced the release of its custom mapping for the Tweaker and Traktor Pro Remix Decks. Mapping Overview The Remix Deck mapping was designed to allow the user to directly access Remix Decks C/D. The Tweaker’s layout assists in more easily controlling the remix decks, with its… Read More Electrix Releases Custom Traktor Remix Decks For Tweaker

‘The Future Is Here’ – Next Level Beatboxing With Leap Motion, Geco & Ableton Live

Reader Geert Bevin let us know about this very cool demo performance by Ryo Fujimoto, aka Humanelectro. The performance showcases the combination of a Leap Motion controller and Bevin’s Geco MIDI gestural music control app. Fujimoto controls effects with the right hand, the left hand controls synth sounds. The sounds are generated by manipulating voice and beatboxing on the spot. “The future… Read More ‘The Future Is Here’ – Next Level Beatboxing With Leap Motion, Geco & Ableton Live