With a focus on as simple a design as possible, Korg's KAOSS DJ doesn't skimp on features. It's a USB and standalone DJ controller, audio interface and includes a touch-based KAOSS pad.
Following last year's Rhythm Wolf release, Akai Pro tells us their new electronic instruments, Timbre Wolf & Tom Cat deliver authentic analog sound, giving musicians ability to create '˜gutsy' sounds.
On the eve of NAMM 2015, AskAudio Mag got a sneak peek at the new Novation Launchpad Pro including a video interview and demo from musician and performer, Thavius Beck.
Powerful new software provides 'mix and match' operation between Thunderbolt-equipped Apollo audio interfaces, new UAD plug-ins, and a reimagined Console 2.0 interface with more new features.
Arturia unveils the highly anticipated AudioFuse Advanced Audio Interface at Winter NAMM 2015, and yes... it's high-end but at a good price!! We'll have some video of it soon too...
Apple have been hard at work. The latest free update for Logic Pro X adds improvements to the Compressor, Mixer, automation, Retro synth, Drummer (to include EDM and Hip Hop styles) and much more.
German mini synth makers, Ploytec have unleashed their new duophonic USB synthesizer at NAMM, Hall A #6424. It works with iPad or computer. Check out the video for more.
High-quality synthesizer developer Waldorf is proud to announce new software for Mac, PC, and iOS alongside its first Eurorack module at The NAMM Show 2015, January 22-25 in Anaheim, California...
Teenage Engineering have partnered up with Cheap Monday to launch a new range of micro (we mean small!) synths along with t-shirts. These new synths bring new meaning to the word portable.
Fancy some new reference monitors from Gibson Les Paul to go hand-in-hand (style-wise) with your Les Paul guitar? These monitors look the part, but will they sound the part too?
With enhancements such as a big OLED display, expanded memory, and new split and layer features, the new Nord Electro 5 looks set to excite the performing keyboard musician.
The latest news from Native Instruments will appeal to those needing acoustic strummed guitars on their tracks. Session Guitarist - Strummed Acoustic is a Kontakt instrument and is available now.
It's official. Moog are back in the large format Modular Synthesizer business! They're bringing back their three most sought after 5U large models from 1973 on a limited run. Excellent video too.
Waves are offering their SSL 4000 collection for over 60% off the list price!! For only $249 you can grab four excellent plug-ins based on the popular SSL 400 series. Act fast though.
Grammy-nominated musician, producer & technologist, BT, offers an interesting explanation on why music software can't replace music hardware using Laurie Spiegel video performance as inspiration.
Brainwash is a visualiser for Max For Live that offers you the chance to creatively add audio/visual elements to your Ableton Live sets that are immersive, heavily tactile and deeply psychedelic.
Based on the Korg DW-8000 (popular analog-digital hybrid 80s synth), Cluster Sounds new DWave is a sample pack designed for Ableton Live with some lovely sampled recordings.
Building up to NAMM comes a rather exciting announcement from Expert Sleepers. Their new FH-1 "faderhost" Eurorack module connects USB MIDI controllers to a modular synth. Watch the videos below.
Since the year dot, human beings have enjoyed created visuals to compliment sonic landscapes. Now using an oscilloscope Jerobeam Fenderson is creating 3D animations generated by sound waves.
After the successful launch of the original Xkey CME have a new model. The Xkey37 features velocity sensitive keys, polyphonic aftertouch, pitch bend, modulation and enhanced MIDI functionality.