Akai Pro - News and Rumours
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Synth Deals from Moog, AKAI, and Teenage Engineering
29 May · This week's Synth Deals include sequencers, semi-modular keyboards, and compact production systems, each with its own role in your setup.
Why sampling is still relevant in modern music production?
27 May · Love it or hate it, sampling has always been a part of music. We take a look at some ways to incorporate sampling into your music.
Synth Deals from Waldorf, Polyend, SOMA, and AKAI Professional
22 May · Our selection of Synth Deals this week ranges from desktop modules to comprehensive music production systems with endless capabilities.
From Harlem To Stardom: How To Sound Like Moby
13 May · We discuss Moby's transition from Club DJ to Pop artist and check out some of the inspiring production gear he used over the years.
The King Of New York: How To Sound Like DJ Premier
29 Apr · Easily one of the most prolific Hip-Hop producers of all time, we look at why DJ Premier is renowned for his incredibly distinctive style.
Akai Pro MPC X SE: A slightly better Special Edition
26 Apr · The MPC X gets a little bit of an upgrade to become the all-new but mostly the same as before MPC X SE. This is going to be awesome!
A Journey into House: How to sound like Everything But The Girl
21 Apr · Everything But The Girl broke through as an electronic act in the mid-1990s. We check out some of their interesting gear choices.
The Wild Bunch from Bristol: How To Sound Like Massive Attack
15 Apr · Massive Attack remains one of the most unique collectives to come out of the 1990s. We check out some of the band's key gear choices.
Save big with Studio Deals from SSL, Audient, and AKAI
04 Apr · If you need a new audio interface or a MIDI controller, this is a great opportunity to save with Studio Deals from SSL, Audient, and AKAI.
AKAI MPC Live 2 Beatclub Timbaland Edition – is it worth it?
03 Apr · AKAI has teamed up with Timbaland to create the MPC Live 2 Beatclub Timbaland Edition – loaded with special content and limited to 500 units.
The Best Grooveboxes for Beat Creation and Live Performance
25 Feb · Looking to stay creative while traveling, or simply to step outside your DAW? We check out the best grooveboxes for crafting beats.
From Dark Arts To Charts: How To Sound Like The Dust Brothers
18 Feb · The Grammy award-winning duo, The Dust Brothers, is known for their hit productions and highly creative use of sampling. We find out more!
The best budget beat-making gear to help you get creative
27 Jan · Looking for more affordable ways to create beats? We take a look at some of the best budget beat-making equipment to get you started!
Could AKAI Pro be poised to release the MPC XL?
11 Jan · It's the 35th anniversary of the Akai MPC this year, and buried in software scripts appears to be a reference to an unannounced MPC XL.
Electronic pioneers: How to sound like The Chemical Brothers
31 Dec 2022 · One of the most respected duos in electronic music, The Chemical Brothers brought their hard-hitting style to the masses. We find out how!
AKAI APC Mini Mk2 and APC Key 25 Mk2: Facelift for the Ableton Controllers
15 Dec 2022 · AKAI has refreshed the APC Mini and APC Key 25 controllers for Ableton Live. What do the APC Mini Mk2 and APC Key 25 Mk2 have to offer?
Nordic electronic pioneers: How to sound like Röyksopp
19 Nov 2022 · For a small-town electronic duo, Röyksopp had a major impact on the global music scene. We look at the instruments that made up their sound.
MEGA Synth DEALS: Our picks from the CyberWeek discounts
18 Nov 2022 · It's CyberWeek which means there are deals to be had and synths to be bought at fabulous prices. Here are the best offers I've seen so far.
Is the new AKAI MPK Mini Plus the better KeyStep?
20 Oct 2022 · The new AKAI MPK Mini Plus goes head-to-head against the KeyStep 37 with a built-in sequencer, CV/Gate outputs, and more. Who will win this race?
AKAI Professional updates the LPK25 and LPD8 mini controllers
30 Sep 2022 · After 13 years, AKAI has decided that it was time to refresh the compact LPK25 and LPD8 controllers with a new keyboard, new pads, and a new look.
How to get that old-school sampler sound
30 Apr 2022 · Ever wondered how to get the old-school sampler sound? Punchy lo-fi drums and underwater pad sounds can give your music a retro feel.
AKAI MPK mini Play mk3: Tiny USB keyboard controller with sounds and a speaker
11 Jan 2022 · AKAI has announced the upgraded MPK mini Play mk3. The tiny USB keyboard controller features 25 mini keys, 8 pads and 128 internal sounds for sessions on the go.