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After the incredible success of the teenage engineering OP-1 Field synthesizer workstation, the company keeps us on our toes with the release of a brand-new performance sequencer, synthesizer and sampler, the OP-XY. Inspired by the iconic off-road dance music subcultures around the globe, teenage engineering has created another incredibly powerful and portable groove-box intended for a wide
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The Kiviak Instruments WoFI is a portable sampler keyboard that combines the traditional art of sampling with a glimpse of what the future holds. Gabe discusses how to utilize this sampler to its fullest capabilities.
0:00 - Intro
1:05 - Sample Music
2:18 - User Interface
2:46 - How to Use
3:35 - Player
4:14 - The WoFI's Range
5:20 - ADSR Antelope Module, Amp, & Filter
5:55 - LFO
6:28 - Texturer Effect Module
7:35 - 16-Step Sequencer
8:27 - Wi-Fi
9:08 - Connectivity Features
9:37 -
If you’ve just bought your first analog or virtual analog synthesizer and are wondering what the hell all the dials and faders mean, you’ve come to the right place. While we’re not going to delve too deeply into the complicated world of synthesis, we will provide you with some basics to help you get acquainted with your instrument so that you can begin shaping your sounds.
Korg Monologue Monophonic
Call me an insufferable millennial hipster, but I love cutesy, tiny instruments. When I discovered the Roland AIRA Compact Series, I just had to give them a shout out because these four machines are not only tons of fun, but surprisingly powerful and affordable.
All four AIRA Compact units can be used on their own or in combination with one another to create a commanding creative workstation. But they’re also pocket-sized, allowing you to take them to the park or even to bed (but never to your cubicle at B&H) to just lay down a few
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The Arturia PolyBrute 12 will make you feel like a kid in a candy store again! Gabe demos this analog synth to show how it can take your sounds to the next level.
00:00 - Major Improvements
00:43 - Hands-on Jam
03:10 - Main specs and Polyphony
04:52 - Signal Path
05:46 - On-board Effects
06:13 - Modulation Matrix & Presets
06:52 - Sequencer and Motion Recorder
07:27 - Performance Controls
08:10 - Patch
The Moog Muse, the latest analog polysynth from legendary brand Moog, has arrived at last. Intended for modern musicians, producers and sound designers on stage and in the studio, the Muse is an intuitive, powerful analog bi-timbral polyphonic synthesizer that combines some of Moog’s most classic designs with its latest concepts and features.
The Muse employs eight analog voices, each with
For many musicians, nothing beats the fun and artistic enjoyment of capturing sounds and creating beats on a standalone sampler. Not only can a sampler help you manifest your musical ideas, it can also provide the inspiration and impetus you need to create tracks you never before thought were possible. To help you find the best standalone sampler for your needs and personal budget, we've put together a list of some of our favorite compact sampling/composition tools and
Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned keyboard pro looking for the best all-in-one solution for your composition, production or performance needs, we’ve got a great list of keyboard workstations in every price range. From hammer action keys to arpeggiators to variable voice polyphony, we’ll try to find the right keyboard features for you.
What Is a Keyboard Workstation?
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Moog is diving deep into parallel generative synthesis with the dual-voice Labyrinth, a unique semi-modular 60HP synthesizer with two distinct sequencers and voice processing paths that help provide an incredible source of creative inspiration. It’s hard to believe that it’s been nearly a decade since Moog Music first introduced the Mother-32 in 2015, the company’s first foray into semi-modular, Eurorack-friendly
If you’ve got a home studio setup, or you work in a more professional studio setting, you’re likely familiar with the vast number of virtual instruments available at your disposal. From guitars to strings and brass, you can virtually play any instrument you want with just the help of a keyboard controller and some basic musical know-how. Certainly, the evolution of virtual instruments and MIDI technology has allowed songwriters and producers to become more independent with respect to producing record-ready tracks in an efficient and affordable
If you're looking for your first guitar DI box, you likely have a few questions. Some DIs are more suitable than others depending on the type of guitar or bass that you own. Passive electric guitars, for example, might require a different DI box than active bass guitars. You'll also want to take your pedalboard into account if you're using one. Whether you're sporting a vintage Strat or a modern electro-acoustic guitar, we'll break down your options with guidance and product
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Gabriel tests out the Moog Spectravox Semi-Modular Analog Spectral Processor, a highly flexible instrument and signal processor with a comprehensive patch bay for integration into studios of all sizes.
0:00 - About
0:47 - Music Demo
3:19 - Features
4:07 - Spectravox Synth Engine
5:35 - Filter Bank
8:49 - Spectral Shift Knob
9:55 - LFO
10:43 - Vocoder Capabilities
12:45 - Final Thoughts
While there is a ton of information about DI boxes for electric and bass guitars out there, keyboardists are often overlooked. In this article, we’ll explore whether you need a DI box for your keyboard setup and give you a better idea of the kind of DI box that’s suitable for your particular instrument. We’ll also provide you with some product examples to make your search easier.
Do I Need a DI Box for My Keyboard?
In many cases, you may not
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Grammy-nominated producer Erik "Blu2th" Griggs explores Arturia’s new sounds and products. Blu2th shares how he discovers new sounds using Arturia’s MiniFuse, KeyLab Essential mk3, and
Arturia just unveiled its newest flagship synthesizer, the PolyBrute 12, a 12-voice analog synth featuring a Full Touch MPE keyboard and powerful sound-morphing capabilities. This feature-rich synth builds on what made the original PolyBrute great, giving music-makers more features, functionality, and expressivity options than ever before.