Posts Tagged 'midi'

Elektron Talk with O.N.O from Tha Blue Herb
Synths and workstations

Elektron Talk with O.N.O from Tha Blue Herb

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Based in the northern Japanese city of Sapporo in Hokkaido, O.N.O produces the tracks for hip-hop unit Tha Blue Herb. He is known for creating unique grooves with distinctive sampling treatments and complex beats. Besides being musically active as part of a group, he has released albums as a solo artist under the names of O.N.O and onomono, playing live shows using only hardware gear and appearing at numerous rock festivals and music events. Elektron caught up with O.N.O to interview him about his musical career, the equipment he uses, and what role Elektron machines play in his sound.

Synths and workstations

Apple OS X Mountain Lion Available Now

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Apple today announced that OS X® Mountain Lion, the ninth major release of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, is available as a download from the Mac® App Store℠. With more than 200 innovative new features, Mountain Lion includes iCloud® integration, the all new Messages app, Notification Center, system-wide Sharing, Facebook integration*, Dictation, AirPlay® Mirroring and Game Center. Mountain Lion is available as an upgrade from Lion or Snow Leopard for $19.99.

Synths and workstations

Mostly Robot: Behind the Scenes of Sonar 2012

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Native Instruments today presented a brand-new video of Mostly Robot, the all-star band made up of five exceptional artists: Jamie Lidell, Tim Exile, Jeremy Ellis, Mr Jimmy and DJ Shiftee. Conceived by Native Instruments and utilizing an advanced array of NI hardware and software, Mostly Robot played their debut performance at this year’s Sónar Festival in Barcelona to great acclaim. This new video covers both the actual performance and preparation of the show, blending interviews with exclusive backstage and performance material, and giving viewers the opportunity to witness the birth of this modern supergroup firsthand. 

Kid Koala tours new project with A&H iLive
DJ Software, INTERVIEWS

Kid Koala tours new project with A&H iLive

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Kid Koala has adopted a compact iLive system to mix his new Space Cadet live project. Touring venues such as planetariums, biospheres and space museums, Kid Koala performs a live rendition of his latest album, Space Cadet, and each member of the audience is equipped with their own set of headphones installed in individual inflatable ‘space pods’. The show uses an iDR-16 MixRack and an xDR-16 expander unit to cater for the large number of mixes required.

Reloop Controller DJ Contest 2012
DJ GEAR, Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Reloop Controller DJ Contest 2012

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Reloop is looking for THE Controllerism Newcomer 2012. Therefore they appeal for a worldwide Controller DJ Contest! This competition calls for innovation and creativity at the Reloop equipment’s potentiometers and faders because the winner will receive a brand-new Reloop Terminal Mix 4 and the possibility to perform a showcase at Reloop’s booth at the BPM Show 2012 in Birmingham including flight and hotel! The winner will spend two days with the Reloop crew & artists at the trade fair for DJs and producers in England, performing his show case in front of visitors, manufacturers and DJs at Reloop’s booth.

M-Audio Introduces New Axiom A.I.R. advanced MIDI keyboard controllers
DJ GEAR, Studio Hardware, Studio Software

M-Audio Introduces New Axiom A.I.R. advanced MIDI keyboard controllers

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M-Audio have announced their new Axiom A.I.R. series which will represent the latest evolution of best-in-class keyboard controllers. Featuring exclusive HyperControl™ automatic control mapping technology and groundbreaking Ignite music creation software, Axiom A.I.R. controllers provide an instant, fully immersive music creation experience. Everything, from their ultra-responsive keys and pads to their multi-color buttons and long-throw faders, has been crafted to provide an unobstructed evolution of musical ideas, from conception to expression.