Akai Professional announces MAX 25 MIDI keyboard
Akai Professional will also exhibit MAX25 on the NAMM 2013. Its a compact version of the innovative MAX49 USB/MIDI/CV keyboard controller that was released in 2012.
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Numark introduces NS7 II Serato Controller
Numark, the world’s leading manufacturer of DJ technology, announces NS7 II, a dramatically enhanced and updated version of the industry’s most advanced and best-selling motorized DJ controller, NS7. NS7 II features four channels, 16 backlit RGB velocity-sensitive MPC® pads from Akai Professional, expanded effects controls—including a full array of capacitive touch-activated knobs and filters—and the most comprehensive integration for Serato DJ available. Numark will exhibit and demo NS7 II for the first time at Booth 6700 at the 2013 NAMM show, January 24-27 in Anaheim, California.
Nektar announce Panorama P1 Controller Surface
Nektar have announced a new USB controller surface with deep integration for Cubase and Reason – The new Panorama P1. Like Nektar’s Panorama P4 and P6 USB controller keyboards, the Panorama P1 features extensive generic MIDI controller capabilities that allow operating any DAW in a unique and direct way. In addition the deep instrument and device control integration technology created by Nektar for Cubase and Reason enables transparent control, as if you were operating hardware.
IK Multimedia Announces iRig BlueBoard
IK Multimedia is proud to announce iRig BlueBoard, a groundbreaking new Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard for iPhone, iPad and Mac, which gives guitarists, bassists and keyboard players hands-free control of mobile and Mac music apps.
Music Computing Releases Worlds Most Powerful PC
Music Computing, the makers of advanced computer-based music production stations and leading edge touchscreen products releases CoreMC (Gen3), the world’s most powerful personal computer designed for audio and video production.
iConnectivity Announces iConnectMIDI4+ multi-host MIDI interface
iConnectivity, developer of innovative interfaces for musicians, unveiled iConnectMIDI4+, their flagship next generation MIDI interface for MAC, PC, and iOS.
Pioneer XDJ-Aero Now Available in White
Next to the Platinum Nexus Collection announcement, Pioneer also introduced a new colorsetting for their XDJ-Aero all-in-one DJ controller. Pioneer’s first Wi-Fi enabled all-in-one DJ system and native rekordbox™ player, now comes in two stylish colours: new cool pearl white (XDJ-AERO-W) or classic black (XDJ-AERO).
Pioneer introduces Platinum Nexus Collection
Here it is, the introduction of the Pioneer Nexus DJ system they started teasing at the end of last week. With a limited edition DJ Pro set Pioneer is redefining quality with the CDJ-2000NXS-M, DJM-900NXS-M and RMX-1000-M.
Gemini GMX Pro DJ Controller announced
Gemini, an esteemed manufacturer of DJ and Pro Audio equipment, is pleased to exhibit the GMX Pro, a full featured media controller within a compact form factor. Gemini will give NAMM attendees a chance to see their new product and take it for a test spin at Booth 5700 Hall B.
Ableton Workshops Dancefair – 16 and 17 February
As we mentioned before we have partnered up with Dancefair 2013. On the 16th and 17th february 2013, the Jaarbeurs convention center in Utrecht (The Netherlands) will be the place to be for anyone who has an ambition in having a career in dance music. A big part of Dancefair are workshops and seminars on many tech topics. Ableton will be present for a large number of workshops and seminars. Below is the list of subjects with the time table.
4TrackTrigger – Gearjunkies Review
The 4TrackTrigger, in the user manual introduced as “Hardware for Sophisticated DJs“. Only by looking at the controller you know that’s a true statement. During the unpacking and unboxing you immediately feel the solid german quality of Faderfox and you see the complete control we are used to know from the Swiss Glanzmann Digital DJ Solutions (4MidiLoop). Just hear me out: 150 push buttons (of which 78 super-responsive), 17 endless rotaries, 17 potentiometers, 6 dispalys and 188 LEDs. In addition, there are two options to use a footpedal, so you can ‘trigger by foot’ too. All of this hand built and far from mass production. So there is this ‘reasonable’ “big” price tag of 1500 Euros (excl. VAT). However, for ‘gearjunkies’ like us a great device to play with and a pleasure to do a review with. And that’s what I did!
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday
Below are the releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days the quality of the content we use (loops and samples) equally matches the high standards of this software. Below is this weeks selection.
If You Can? Please help Sonia!
This is a post we have never written before. But we felt we had to. So here it goes. One of our professional relations is Sonia Akow from Push PR. Today we got the terrible news that Sonia is very ill. Sonia received bad news in November 2012 when doctors diagnosed her with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Sonia is currently undergoing chemotherapy and needs a blood stem cell transplant. This is where you can help save Sonia’s life. Please read the details below on how to donate — the more people who register, the better her chance of survival — and keep Sonia in your prayers.
New MOOG Synth announced for NAMM 2013
Well! This is interesting news we didn’t really expected. But, MOOG is coming with a new synth which will be introduced at the coming NAMM. The video below has just been posted on Youtube where Herb Deutsch tells us more about this exciting new product from our friends at MOOG Music.
Something For The Weekend: Turbo Studio Sessions Volume 1
Yes, another very cool post in our SFTW series. Especially for all you gearfreaks, vintage lovers, hardware bosses, a.k.a. ‘gearjunkies’. Turbo just started a video series which probably be a series that is fun to watch for all the demographic groups we mentioned before! Turbo (Recordings) blows the mysteries of high-end studio production wide open with the first installment of its new Studio Sessions video series, featuring Munich superproducer Zombie Nation.