Apple iPad Air, iPad Mini Offer Twice The Performance

Apple today announced iPad Air, the latest generation of its iPad line. The iPad Air is significantly thinner and lighter than its predecessors, while offering faster performance, faster networking and more free apps. In addition to the iPad Air, Apple introduced a new iPad mini with Retina display and the same performance improvements. The iPad… Read More Apple iPad Air, iPad Mini Offer Twice The Performance

StepPolyArp MIDI Step Polyphonic Arpeggiator Adds Probability

StepPolyArp – a real-time MIDI arpeggiator for iPad – has been updated with probability for events and more. The arpeggiator can automatically generate melodic patterns from notes or chords played in real time. StepPolyArp can be used to control MIDI instruments, sequencers like Logic, Cubase, Live, other MIDI sequencers and virtual instruments installed on the same iPad.… Read More StepPolyArp MIDI Step Polyphonic Arpeggiator Adds Probability

Novation Launchpad App Adds Audio Import

Novation has updated its Launchpad app for the iPad, adding Audio Import as an in-app purchase. Here’s what’s new in Launchpad 1.2: Audio import (via In-App Purchase) – Transform Launchpad app into a powerful performance solution to play your own original music (audio import via Dropbox) Improved library manager – Browse categories, packs, and favourites… Read More Novation Launchpad App Adds Audio Import

TF7 A Polyphonic FM Synth That Is ‘Made For Touch’

Tenacious Frog has introduced TF7 – a polyphonic frequency modulation synthesizer that is ‘made for touch’. Here’s what they have to say about TF7: Create wonderful music by playing simple shapes using the touch interface and playing these same shapes across the pad. Embellish the shapes to play advanced compositions. Switch to chromatic mode to… Read More TF7 A Polyphonic FM Synth That Is ‘Made For Touch’

KMI Confirms QuNexus Compatibility With iOS 7

Keith McMillen Instruments today confirmed that its QuNexus controller works natively with iOS 7, and can be powered by your iPhone or iPad without any additional software drivers. The QuNexus captures polyphonic aftertouch, which makes it a powerful option for mobile setups. QuNexus is class compliant and should work natively with any system that supports MIDI.