Bliptronic 5000

Bliptronic 5000 Review

Bliptronic 5000 Feature

• Totally unique music making machine
• Plays sequences, chords, and loops
• Connect several together to create a symphony

At once a minimalist musical plaything and a hardcore old-skool synthesizer, the Bliptronic defies categorization as it belts out 8-Bit style style tunes from its grid of glowing buttons. You'll notice sound similar to a retro Casiotone with an interface not unlike a simplified Yamaha TENORI-ON... if that makes any sense. close-up Bliptronic Philosophy... in Regards to Music In the world of the Bliptronic, creating a song revolves around an ever evolving 4-beat pattern. Each row of vertical buttons represents the notes in one octave. Push a button to turn on a note, push the button again to turn off a note. Push multiple buttons in one vertical row to make a chord. The Bliptronic plays whatever you have selected in sequence horizontally across the display. When it reaches the end of the pattern, it repeats. The genius comes as you modify the pattern by turning notes on and off while the pattern is still looping to create evolving electronic melodies. playing in a group Knobs and Buttons, There are Some In addition to the grid of glowing LED buttons you'll notice some other controls on the Bliptronic. These allow you to set the tempo (From 60-160 BPM), choose the instrument (From 8 different retro-synth type sounds), adjust the volume and turn looping on or off. A big "play" button at the bottom makes the Bliptronic uh... play. If you hit it again it stops. Yep. looks stylish The Bliptronic is a Social Butterfly One Bliptronic is grand, but more Bliptronics are even grander. An infinite number of Bliptronics can be attached together using the link ports and included cables. When one Bliptronic reaches the end of it's pattern, the next Bliptronic is instantly triggered to start playing. This allows you to make longer songs where each person controls a section of the song. You can even set the tempo and instrument differently on each Bliptronic in the chain to achieve unconventional musical results.

Access Virus TI2 Keyboard 61-key Analog Modeling Synthesizer

Access Virus TI2 Keyboard 61-key Analog Modeling Synthesizer Review

Access Virus TI2 Keyboard 61-key Analog Modeling Synthesizer Feature

• New Effects, including Tape Delay, Frequency Shifter, new Distortions, and Character
• 25% more calculating power than Virus TI, and completely redesigned housing
• Dual DSP system with over 80 stereo voices under average load. (Load depends on which oscillator / filter model has been chosen)
• Virus Control 3.0 VST and Apple Audio Unit Plug-for Mac OS X and Windows XP.
• The remote seamlessly integrates the Virus TI into your sequencer, making it feel just like a plug-in
• Premium quality light-weighted keyboard with 61 keys, velocity response and aftertouch

The Access Virus TI2 Keyboard synthesizer takes the revered Virus TI to the next level, boasting 25% more calculating power, a more robust onboard effects section, a lighter weight, and a completely redesigned housing. At the heart of the Virus TI2 Keyboard is the new OS3 which comes with new effects - Frequency Shifter, Tape Delay, new Distortions, and Character. What''s more, it now includes the enhanced Virus Control 3.0 plug-in, giving you even deeper control of the synthesizer and your many presets. Already a known Ferrari of a synth, expect even more from the Access Virus TI2 Keyboard.

Yamaha MOX8 88-Key Music Production Synthesizer

Yamaha MOX8 88-Key Music Production Synthesizer Review

Yamaha MOX8 88-Key Music Production Synthesizer Feature

• 1,217 Voices and 355 MB of waveforms taken from the MOTIF XS
• XA (Expanded Articulation) tone generation system
• More than 256 Performances that spark your musical inspiration
• Built-in 4-in 2-out USB Audio/MIDI interface
• Bundled with Cubase AI, YC-3B Organ Emulator soft synth and Prologue analog synth

Music Production Synthesizer

Kurzweil PC3LE7 76-key Workstation Synthesizer KEY ESSENTIALS BUNDLE

Kurzweil PC3LE7 76-key Workstation Synthesizer KEY ESSENTIALS BUNDLE Review

Kurzweil PC3LE7 Workstation BUNDLE including the Kurzweil PC3LE7 76-Key Performance Controller Keyboard, Keyboard Stand, Bench, Connecting Cable and Audio-Technica Headphones.

Roland A800 Pro 61-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard

Roland A800 Pro 61-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard Review

Roland A800 Pro 61-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard Feature

• Velocity-sensitive 61 keys with channel aftertouch
• Inspiring feel and response for serious players
• 45 assignable controls: knobs, sliders, buttons, transport and more
• 8 Dynamic Pads for finger drumming and MIDI triggering
• Sure-grip Pitch Bend/Modulation Stick

If you're looking for keyboard controllers that you can use in the studio, on-stage, or anywhere you feel inspired, look no further than the A-800PRO. Combining the best of Roland engineering with Cakewalk's legendary ease-of-use, the A-800PRO has the features and feel you need to get the most out of your music performances and productions.

Akai MPK 49 Controller Keyboard

Akai MPK 49 Controller Keyboard Review

Akai MPK 49 Controller Keyboard Feature

• 49-key, semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch and full-sized keys
• 8 full-sized, 360 degree rotation pots, each with 3 banks for 24 pots total
• 12 genuine MPC pads with velocity and pressure sensitivity
• 8 full-sized sliders with 3 controller banks for each for 24 sliders total
• MMC/MIDI Start Stop transport buttons

More than just a USB/MIDI controller, the Akai MPK49 USB/MIDI Controller Keyboard helps you maximize your musical ideas on-stage or in the studio. It combines a high-quality, 49-key, semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch and 12 genuine MPC drum pads. It also offers 48 total accessible pads via 4 pad banks, and you can control up to 72 different parameters via 24 assignable Q-Link knobs, faders, and buttons as well as optional footswitches.

A selection of MPC technologies are also built into the MPK49. MPC Note Repeat enables the MPK to automatically perform a rhythm pattern, such as 16th notes, for accuracy and speed. MPC Swing, sometimes referred to as "the heart and soul of hip hop," turns perfectly aligned sequences into beats and patterns with an unmistakable human feel. The MPK49 Performance Controller also has its own arpeggiator, for creating quick, creative riffs in seconds. Key Features 49-key, semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch and full-sized keys 8 full-sized, 360 degree rotation pots, each with 3 banks for 24 pots total 12 genuine MPC pads with velocity and pressure sensitivity 8 full-sized sliders with 3 controller banks for each for 24 sliders total MPC note repeat and all-new arpeggiator 8 assignable backlit switches with 3 controller banks each for 24 switches total MMC/MIDI Start Stop transport buttons Large, easy-to-read custom LCD display Specifications Number of Keys: 49 + 12 x 4 banks of drum pads Type of action: Semi-weighted Aftertouch (Channel) Computer Interface: USB/MIDI Displays: Custom LCD Foot switchable Patch Changes: yes Number of Independent MIDI Ins/Outs: 1 Programmable Continuous Footpedals: 1 Programmable Footswitches: 1 Programmable controllers: MMC, MIDI START/STOP, MIDI CC System Real-Time Controls: MMC, MIDI START/STOP, MIDI CC Dimensions: 28 x 11.75 x 2.5 inches (WxDxH) Weight: 12.875 pounds

High-quality, 49-key, semi-weighted, aftertouch equipped keyboard with 12 genuine MPC drum pads (see larger image). Ideal for hardware control of your digital audio workstation (DAW), software plug-ins or virtual instruments (see larger image). Other features include Tap Tempo function, 32 presets to store preferred settings and the flexibility of either master or slave-to-MIDI clock operation (see larger image).

The Akai MPK49 Keyboard Controller lets you capture every nuance of your performance Maximize your musical ideas on-stage or in the studio with the new Akai MPK49 performance controller. The Akai MPK49 ushers in a new era for USB/MIDI controllers by combining a high-quality, 49-key, semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch and 12 genuine MPC drum pads. 48 total pads are accessible via 4 pad banks. The pads feature the heart and soul of hip hop: the MPC Note Repeat function and Swing parameters. The Akai MPK49 Performance Controller also has its own arpeggiator, for creating quick, creative riffs in seconds. Akai MPK49 Keyboard Controller Features 49-key, semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch and full-sized keys 8 full-sized, 360 degree rotation pots, each with 3 banks for 24 pots total 12 genuine MPC pads with velocity and pressure sensitivity 8 full-sized sliders with 3 controller banks for each for 24 sliders total MPC note repeat and all-new arpeggiator 8 assignable backlit switches with 3 controller banks each for 24 switches total MMC/MIDI Start Stop transport buttons Large, easy-to-read custom LCD display Powered thru the USB connection or an optional AC adapter The Akai MPK49 features MPC 'Full Level' and '12 Levels' functions on its pads, and MPC Swing can be applied to both Note Repeat and Arpeggio functions. Tap Tempo and time-division buttons allow for real-time control of Note Repeat and Arpeggio clock speeds. The Akai MPK49 delivers an amazing 76 assignable controls, with assignable inputs that include an expression pedal, footswitch, pitch bend and modulation wheel. More than just a USB/MIDI controller, the MPK49 captures the soul of your performance.

Yamaha MM6 Music Synthesizer

Yamaha MM6 Music Synthesizer Review

Yamaha MM6 Music Synthesizer Feature

• 61 synth style velocity sensitive keys
• Super-high-quality sounds
• Dynamic music creation tools-including automatic Pattern and Arpeggiator generators
• Performance Memory for instantfull-panel setting changes
• Versatile song recording features-with eight normal tracks and one Pattern track

Power and control, two elements that can make all the difference in your music, whether you compose, create or perform. The MM8 and MM6 Music Synthesizers deliver all the musical power and creative control you need - and a whole lot more. Taking their sounds from the highly popular pro-level MOTIF series instruments, the MM series have an enormous variety of dynamic, authentic voices to help you create and perform in virtually any style of music. These powerful instruments also give you total control over your sound, letting you dynamically change sonic textures as you play with real-time tweakable knobs. Also built-in are special Patterns that provide full instrumental backing - drums, bass and chords - to accompany your live performance and song creation. The MM8 and MM6 have 418 Voices and 22 Drum Kits on board, all based on the dynamic, realistic sounds of the advanced MOTIF series synthesizers. These exceptionally high-quality sounds range from authentic acoustic instruments to wild, unique and in-your-face synth Voices. An extra set of GM Voices is built into the instrument as well, giving you all you need to play back songs recorded in that popular format. With so many Voices to choose from, you might think it's difficult to select the ones you need. Not so. The convenient Category Search function lets you choose the type of instrument you want to play - organ, guitar, synth, lead, strings, whatever - then select the specific Voice. All your favorite sounds are right at your fingertips, ready to play when you are.