We dropped in to the Akai Pro booth at NAMM 2015 to get an in-depth video tour of their new Advance Series Keyboard controllers to find out exactly how well this system works with their VIP software.
The BeatStep is a capable controller... but Arturia had ideas on how to make it even better. Enter the BeatStep Pro. We talked with Arturia about the new hardware controller and took some video too.
The AlphaSphere family of music instrument controllers feels more complete than ever, with the introduction of the new AlphaSphere Me. It's still spherical, still has tactile pads (32) but is cheaper!
Over the past year we've reviewed a lot of capable and unique MIDI Controllers here at AskAudio Mag. Here's our favorite 12 of the year (in alphabetical order).
M-Audio tells us their new software collection propels the Trigger Finger Pro to new heights of creative power and visceral impact. Watch the video of the Trigger Finger Pro and find out more below.
Alexis tell us the new cutting-edge design for their V and VI series of MIDI controllers improves both performance and software accessibility. Find out more below.
Bitwig and Arturia have teamed up to create some superb looking Producer Packs. We're talking Arturia's KeyLab controller, Analog Sound Collection and Bitwig Studio complete integration.
iRig Pads is the new affordable, ultra-portable, universal MIDI groove controller for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch and Mac/PC from IK Multimedia. Check it out in action in the video below.
What are the chances of Livid Instruments releasing a new version of the pad controller, BASE, every bit as affordable, playable and life-changing as the original? G. W. Childs finds out.
BASE II, DS1, Guitar Wing, OHM RGB, CNTRL:R... just a few of the wonderful things to come from Livid Instruments. We sat down with CEO, Jay Smith, to talk controllers and being diagnosed with ALS.
Though not designed primarily as a standalone device, the Apple Watch could be a useful controller, recording tool and metering analyser for musicians and DJs. Can you think of any more uses?
ill Factor, best known for his work with Timbaland, Nelly Furtado and Kelly Rowland, shows his workflow using Novation Launch Control XL, Novation 25 SL MKII and Ableton Live in this cool video.
Fancy getting even more hands-on with Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio, Logic Pro or any DAW that support MIDI? Livid Instruments' Ds1 MIDI Mixer could be your ideal companion in the studio and on tour.
We all want to produce the perfect mix and Novation feel they've got the answer for Ableton Live users in the new Launch Control XL. All the details, pics and videos are below. Time to drool ;-)
With the recent updates for the Panorama P4 including full support for Logic Pro X and Bitwig Studio, Mo Volans puts Nektar's 49-key controller through its paces.
It's unusual to see a press release arrive after we've reviewed the same gear, but this is the case for Arturia's wonderful new sequencer/controller. Here's what Arturia have to say about BeatStep.
Let go of your mouse! That's the message from music hardware developers, and now the biggest software developers too, as Rob Papen's unveils his vision of a new synth controller: RP-Control.
You might think you know about hands-on mixing systems, but Softube has come up with something that might change your mind. Hollin Jones unwraps Console 1'¦
m.phase is a real head-turner of an app. While other DAW controllers focus on cramming as many buttons and faders onto the iPad screen, m.phase is clear, uncluttered and simple to use.
If you've not seen AlphaSphere in action, then you need to visit this site more often ;-) This innovative MIDI performance controller has been given a boost with the release of 1.3 for its software.
Livid Instruments are one of the first controller companies to offer full native integration with Bitwig Studio. And if you don't have a Livid controller or Bitwig, there's bundles to be had!