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Teenage Engineering demo their forthcoming OP-Z
26 Jan 2016 in Synths
Synths, drums, sequencing, playfulness and now animated visuals all tied up in a small grey box.
Remidi reveal their T8 Wearable Musical Instrument
26 Jan 2016 in Synths
The futuristic glove makes a welcome return as a wearable MIDI controller
NAMM 2016: Keith McMillen Instruments reveal their own MPE controller
23 Jan 2016 in Synths
Keith McMillen use their smart fabric to get into the Multidimensional Polyphony Expression game with the K-Board Pro 4.
NAMM 2016: Spitfire Audio announce something called eDNA Phobos
22 Jan 2016 in Synths
BT helps Spitfire Audio tell us bugger all about their new eDNA Phobos sample library...
NAMM 2016: VIP 2.0 brings effects support to its VSTi library and controller software
22 Jan 2016 in Synths
Control your entire VST Instrument and effects library from the comfort of your keyboard.
NAMM 2016: iConnectivity release the iConnect Audio2+ multi-destination audio interface
21 Jan 2016 in Studio
2 x 6 audio interface that lets you connect to two computers at once, Mac, iPad or Windows and route audio and MIDI between the two. Ever wanted to use your iPad as an effects bus? This is what you need.
NAMM 2016: Tracktion Corporation announce T7 and a ‘hot rod’ interface
21 Jan 2016 in Studio
Tracktion Corporation announce a new version of Tracktion and a lovely looking audio interface with valves sticking right out the top.
NAMM 2016: Roland SYSTEM-500 – Modular in a box
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
The sound of the classic SYSTEM-700 and 100M returns in this set of 5 analogue modules, beautifully packaged and ready to go.
NAMM 2016: First glimpse of the Expressive E Touché controller (updated – video!)
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
The mysterious Touché expressive controller is revealed and this time we've got a video!
NAMM 2016: Tom Oberheim and Dave Smith Instruments give us the OB-6
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
Unmistakably an Oberheim in looks, style and sonic character.
NAMM 2016: Garritan gets up close with Personal Orchestra 5
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
Expanding and evolving into version 5 Garritans Personal Orchestra is the great value orchestra in your pocket.
NAMM 2016: M-Audio CTRL 49 MIDI Controller disco party
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
The CTRL 49 offers complete control over your VST Instruments with the help of a 4.3" screen, keyboard, knobs, sliders and RGB illuminated drum pads.
NAMM 2016: M-Audio update the MIDISport with a USB hub
The classic MIDISport MIDI interface tries to stay hip and current by sporting a new USB hub.
NAMM 2016: Arturia introduce KeyStep controller and sequencer
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
Arturia unofficially announce a portable MIDI keyboard controller with integrated step sequencer and CV/Gate.
NAMM 2016: M-Audio gets into the digital piano game
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
The Accent and Accent Module offer 20 piano sounds, with or without a keyboard, at a tempting price point...
NAMM 2016: Korg Volca FM seen in the flesh (updated)
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
Prototype of a previously unseen Korg Volca FM.
NAMM 2016: M-Audio releases M-Track range of audio interfaces
21 Jan 2016 in Studio
M-Audio roll out a stylish range of desktop USB-C audio interfaces festooned with knobs and LEDs.
NAMM 2016: PreSonus announces Studio 192 Mobile interface and command center
21 Jan 2016 in Studio
A compact USB 3.0 audio interface with all the functionality of the Studio 192.
NAMM 2016: Zoom come up with a magical musical steering wheel thing
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
Loopy circular, sequencer, controller, movement and performance device.
NAMM 2016: Details leak on Arturia’s MatrixBrute analogue synth
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
Hot leaked details on what Arturia call "the most powerful analog synthesizer ever created". Update - video on the MatrixBrute in action!
NAMM 2016: Roland introduce the A-01, a multirole mini MIDI controller
21 Jan 2016 in Synths
A controller, synth, performance tool that can plug into anything, control anything and has it's own sound going on.
Precision Music Technology announces Leviathan: wearable gesture control for music
Control chord changes, filter parameters, scene selections and performance controls with these muscle-reponsive arm bands. Is it the future of live performance?