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

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Lemur 5 Update Adds Sequencing, Custom Object Design

Liine has released Lemur 5.0 – the latest version of its MIDI/OSC control app for iOS. Version 5.0 introduces the Canvas object, which lets you create completely custom interfaces; and the Sequencer family of features: Canvas is a brand new object that lets you script custom widgets with full multitouch support. The object is adapted from… Read More Lemur 5 Update Adds Sequencing, Custom Object Design

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Nektar Debuts Two New Impact Keyboard Controllers

Musikmesse 2014: Today, gear maker Nektar announced the release of their new Impact LX25 and Impact LX61 budget USB MIDI controller keyboards. The Impact LX61 (top right) is a 61-note velocity sensitive, synth-style keyboard with pitch bend, modulation wheel, 9 faders, 9 MIDI buttons, 8 pots, 8 pads, transport control, 3-digit LED display, foot switch… Read More Nektar Debuts Two New Impact Keyboard Controllers

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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

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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”

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M-Audio Launches New Oxygen Controller Models

At Musikmesse 2014: Today gear maker M-Audio introduced a new series of Oxygen controllers. The Oxygen series, available in 25-, 49- or 61-key models, combines a velocity-sensitive keybed with a series of 8 trigger pads for launching audio clips, triggering percussion sounds and more. Control capabilities expand with 8 assignable knobs for adjusting plugin parameters… Read More M-Audio Launches New Oxygen Controller Models

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