Fixed Noise announces the release of KREATE, a new sound library completely designed and produced by legendary techno, dance, minimal artist Speedy J aka Jochem Paap. KREATE offers over 4 GB of sounds designed to inspire and awe those in the electronic music-world, whether it be the fellow DJ/producer, film composer or pop artist looking for a cutting-techno edge.
The AirPiano, created by Omer Yosha, is an innovative musical interface which allows playing and controlling software instruments simply by moving hands in the air.
Akai Professional continues to listen to the needs of musicians, releasing updated firmware for the MPD24 USB/MIDI Pad Controller.
Akai Professional announces that the MPD32 pad controller is available for purchase.
Akai Professional announces that MPC5000, the new standard for music production, is now shipping to authorized dealers.
M-Audio is pleased to announce the launch of our official user forums. If you are interested in making and recording music, this is the best place to share ideas and get up to speed on the latest M-Audio gear. Discuss production techniques, hot tips and favorite gear with fellow technology enthusiasts, and get valuable assistance from other users.
Dutch techno producer, Jochem Paap alias Speedy J, has adopted a new setup for his live performances based around Allen and Heath’s new Xone:1D MIDI controller.
Three Flavours to Satisfy Your Creative Palette – Despite their small size, all three controllers go HUGE when it comes to functionality, yet their intuitive layouts provide extremely easy operation for any user. The nanoKEY features a 25-key velocity-sensitive keyboard that’s ideal for song production. The keys can also be set to send MIDI control data, further expanding its power. The nanoPAD features 12 highly responsive trigger pads, also capable of sending both notes and MIDI control data, plus an X/Y pad with roll and flam functions giving you a unique interface for realistic drum programming. The nanoKONTROL offers nine faders, nine knobs and 18 switches plus a full transport section for expansive control. Plus it features a note input mode to help you lay down your next big groove!
Native Instruments today released FM8 TRANSIENT ATTACKS, a new collection of highly expressive synthesizer sounds for use in FM8 as well as in KORE 2 and the free KORE PLAYER.
These USB MIDI interfaces deliver sleek new designs to commemorate M-Audio’s 20th anniversary. They are also bus-powered and class-compliant with Windows XP, Vista and Mac OS X.
M-Audio has announced the release of a new FireWire driver for Mac OS X Leopard 10.5.2.
More famous artists join Novation’s blog party, and now you can join the fun too. Two more high profile Novation users offer their unique insights into the lives of pro musicians on the road and in the studio, and now you have the chance to interact with them!
Last year Euphonix announced their sleak and sexy controllers for your studio. The MC Control and the MC Mix. The videos show how the controllers can speed up and enhance the way you work with music and video projects.
A littlebit behind the scene was this Rodec and Shermann colaboration. Mixer and Filter technology in one, the belguim companys making nice stuff:
We are back from the 2008 edition of Frankfurts MusikMesse. There was plenty of interesting news to check out there, and we had gave it a day to come down to a roundup of what we thought was the best of the new gear.