New Keystation Keyboards From M-Audio

At Musikmesse 2014: M-Audio is introducing four new models in their Keystation keyboard series. The new Keystation keyboards, designed as simple solutions for sequencing music and playing virutal instruments, feature new functionality, a virtual piano instrument, music production software and new colors. Velocity-sensitive keyboard controller. The Keystation Mini 32 features synth-action mini-keys, octave shift, and… Read More New Keystation Keyboards From M-Audio

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

Akai Pro Debuts Rhythm Wolf: Drum Machine & Bass Synth, With “Howl”

Musikmesse 2014: Akai Professional today announced the Rhythm Wolf, an analog drum machine and bass synthesizer module with built-in sequencing. The Rhythm Wolf is an authentic analog instrument that incorporates the sounds of early electronic and hip-hop music into the Akai Professional workflow, enabling musicians to harness “iconic” analog sounds for music production and performance.… Read More Akai Pro Debuts Rhythm Wolf: Drum Machine & Bass Synth, With “Howl”