Alesis StudioDock Turns Your iPad Into Music Workstation

2011 NAMM Show: The Alesis StudioDock is a universal docking station specifically designed for the iPad that connects it to microphones, instruments, professional speaker and PA systems, MIDI controllers, sound modules and video projectors. The StudioDock provides microphone and instrument users with two combination XLR and 1/4-inch inputs, each with its own gain control and switchable… Read More Alesis StudioDock Turns Your iPad Into Music Workstation

Akai SynthStation49 Turns iPad Into A Keyboard Workstation

2011 NAMM Show: Akai Professional has introduced the SynthStation49, an advanced music controller for the iPad. It’s designed to work seamlessly with Akai’s SynthStation software, offering direct in-app MIDI recording from its velocity-sensitive keyboard, nine MPC-style drum pads and array of transport controls. In addition to its integration with the SynthStation app, though, SynthStation49 is… Read More Akai SynthStation49 Turns iPad Into A Keyboard Workstation

Rob Papen eXplorer Puts His Synths & Effects In One Package

2011 NAMM Show: Rob Papen has introduced eXplorer, a collection that features all of his virtual synths, plus two effects plug-ins. Includes: BLUE: Crossfusion synthesis. FM, phase distortion, wave shapping & subtractive SubBoomBass: Ultra-deep groove bass synth with built-in step sequencer Predator: Phat analoge synth with killer presets and first class features PredatorFX: Filter, modulation,… Read More Rob Papen eXplorer Puts His Synths & Effects In One Package

Griffin Intros StompBox Pedal Controller for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch

Griffin has introduced the StompBox – a $99 pedal controller for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. With assignable foot switches and a 1/4″ effects pedal input jack, the StompBox is designed to let you use a compatible iOS device (i.e., iPhone, iPad or iPod touch) as a portable, programmable effects board and practice rig. Connected… Read More Griffin Intros StompBox Pedal Controller for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch

The Missing Link OSC/MIDI Translator Makes Your Electronic Music Gear Wireless

The Missing Link OSC/MIDI Translator is a new hardware device that’s designed to make all of your music gear wireless. The Missing Link contains its own WiFi radio, and translates specially-coded OSC messages sent from your mobile device or computer into standard MIDI messages to control synthesizers, drum machines, mixers, digital audio workstations, or anything… Read More The Missing Link OSC/MIDI Translator Makes Your Electronic Music Gear Wireless