Roland Intros TR-6S Rhythm Performer, TR-06 Drumatix Drum Machines, TR-606 Drum Synth

Roland today has introduced three new instruments in its TR drum machine family. The TR-6S Rhythm Performer is based on their flagship TR-8S, but in a compact and more affordable form factor. The TR-06 Drumatix is the latest addition to the Roland Boutique series, combining the sounds and workflow of the ‘80s-era TR-606 hardware with… Read More Roland Intros TR-6S Rhythm Performer, TR-06 Drumatix Drum Machines, TR-606 Drum Synth

October 1, 2020September 30, 2020Leave a comment

Maschine Plus vs Akai MPC vs i7 MacBook Pro

This video takes a look at how Maschine+ compares to Maschine mk3 with a computer, how it compares to an Akai MPC and answers many of the most commonly asked questions about the new workstation.… Read More Maschine Plus vs Akai MPC vs i7 MacBook Pro

September 27, 2020September 27, 202024 Comments

Nanoloop Standalone Device Now Shipping

Here’s a short demo of the new Nanoloop handheld synth grooovebox, which recently started shipping.… Read More Nanoloop Standalone Device Now Shipping

September 25, 2020Leave a comment

Ekektron Releases Analog Four & Analog Rytm OS Upgrades

Elektron has released free updates for all Analog Four & Analog Rytm devices.… Read More Ekektron Releases Analog Four & Analog Rytm OS Upgrades

September 24, 2020September 24, 202016 Comments

Elektron Intros Updated Analog Four MKII & Analog Rytm MKII

The new instruments are still the mkII versions of these instruments, but both have been updated with a new look and factory content.… Read More Elektron Intros Updated Analog Four MKII & Analog Rytm MKII

September 23, 2020September 23, 202033 Comments

How To Play The Roland TR-909 Drum Machine

Detroit techno legend Jeff Mills demonstrates how to give the Roland TR-909 a workout as an instrument, in this performance from his project Exhibitionist 2.… Read More How To Play The Roland TR-909 Drum Machine

September 9, 202012 Comments

Native Instruments Intros Standalone Maschine+ Music Production System

Native Instruments today introduced Maschine+, a standalone music production system that combines synthesizer, sequencer, groovebox, sampler and more.… Read More Native Instruments Intros Standalone Maschine+ Music Production System

September 8, 202051 Comments

Roland Adds Jupiter-8 To Zenology, Zen-Core With Pristine & ‘Ultra-Vintage’ Options

With the Jupiter-8 Model Expansion, the sound of the iconic synth is now available for your DAW and compatible ZEN-Core hardware.… Read More Roland Adds Jupiter-8 To Zenology, Zen-Core With Pristine & ‘Ultra-Vintage’ Options

September 3, 202012 Comments

New Russian Drum Machine, AVP Ritmobox, Inspired By 70s-80s Classics

AVP Synth has introduced the Ritmobox, a compact analog drum synthesizer, inspired by the drum machines of the 70s & 80s, with a built-in 8-step sequencer and MIDI.… Read More New Russian Drum Machine, AVP Ritmobox, Inspired By 70s-80s Classics

August 31, 2020August 31, 202023 Comments

How To Turn A Roland TR-707 Into A 909, 808, 727, LinnDrum, LM-1 & Oberheim DMX

English developer Harry Axten has created the Roland TR-707 ROM Expansion, a third-party mod that expands the sounds available to include sounds from other classic Roland, Linn & Oberheim drum machines.… Read More How To Turn A Roland TR-707 Into A 909, 808, 727, LinnDrum, LM-1 & Oberheim DMX

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