Korg has announced the addition of an 88-key model with authentic weighted action to its TR line of keyboards (shown, TR61). The TR features Korg’s HI (Hyper Integrated) synthesis technology — the synthesis system that has made the acclaimed TRITON family a worldwide standard. With 64 MB of PCM ROM containing 470 multisamples and 518… Read More Korg Expands TR Line of Keyboards
NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Korg introduced the compact, lightweight microX music synthesizer. Its 25 full-sized, velocity-sensitive keys, multi-genre sounds, real-time control elements and USB connectivity are ideal for computer-based studios and live performance. The microX is packed with over 1,100 sounds generated by the acclaimed HI synthesis system featured on the Korg TRITON series. It… Read More Korg Debuts microX Synth
NAMM 2006 Winter Show Update: Korg introduced the 61-key X50 synthesizer. It delivers high-quality sounds, a user friendly interface and computer connectivity, all in a streamlined package designed for performing and computer-based musicians. The X50 features Korg’s HI (Hyper Integrated) synthesis technology as found in the acclaimed TRITON series. Its 64 MB of PCM ROM… Read More Korg Intros X50 Synthesizer
NAMM 2006 Winter Show Update: M-Audio announced shipment of the ProKeys 88sx digital stage piano. This new keyboard offers many of the features of the popular ProKeys 88 in an lightweight package. “Many players need an ultra-lightweight stage piano without sacrificing great sound quality,” said M-Audio’s Adam Castillo. “The finely-tuned multi-velocity layered samples on the… Read More M-Audio Unveils ProKeys 88sx Digital Stage Piano
NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Korg introduces the RADIAS synthesizer, a new instrument that combines traditional and forward-thinking concepts in both synthesis and physical design. Based on Korg’s proprietary MMT (Multi Modeling Technology) engine, this 24-voice synthesizer offers a variety of synthesis algorithms together with multiple effects, new comb filter and wave shaping features, modulation sequencing,… Read More NAMM Update: Korg Debuts Radias Synthesizer
Dave Smith Instruments introduced the new Evolver keyboard. The keyboard is a monophonic version of Smith’s Poly Evolver synth. The evolver features the same powerful sound of its siblings; and like all Evolvers it can be chained together for more voices. Smith hopes to ship in April, and the street price in the USA is… Read More Dave Smith Intros Evolver Keyboard
NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Roland introduced the SH-201, a synth that they call “the most friendly and fun analog-modeling instrument on the market.” Roland says that, though it’s fun and easy to use, the SH-201 is no toy when it comes to sound. With two analog-modeling oscillators onboard, complete with Roland’s famous Supersaw waveform and… Read More Roland Intros SH-201 Synthesizer
Open Labs, a creator of dedicated digital audio workstations, says that it’s “Time to eBay all your Cr#p!” At the Winter NAMM Conference in Anaheim, California, the company introduced the Open Labs MiKo, an audio workstation designed for DJs, VJs, music video hobbyists, amateur musicians and podcasters. The Open Labs MiKo is based on the… Read More Open Labs Says – Time to eBay all Your Cr#p!
Algorithmic Arts has freeware Modular Synth Layout generators for Windows that provide modular synth enthusiasts another way to dream big. According to the site, “These programs are for the modular synthesizer enthusiast, to help you dream the big dreams. They make it easy and quick to try out different module layouts by simple point and… Read More Free Synth Layout Generators Let You Dream Big
An updated OS, version 1.2, has been released for the Alesis Fusion synthesizer/workstation. The new OS update comes with a combination of new sound data, a number of significant new functions, and additional software that facilitates greater compatibility with commercially available sample data. “All of us at Alesis are very excited about this new update,… Read More Alesis Fusion Updated
