Posts with tag keyboard

Tutorial | Aug 22, 2022 by Hollin Jones

Sometimes overlooked in favour of drums, guitars and vocals in the mix, keyboards are actually a vital component of many tracks. Hollin Jones has some pro tips on how to get them right…

News | Jun 18, 2021 by Rounik Sethi

Korg's new NAUTILUS keyboard Workstation is now available. Here's why you might be excited.

Review | Jan 07, 2021 by Matt Vanacoro

Does the new Roland Fantom 8 drop a marker for other keyboard synth workstation makers to measure up to? Matt Vanacoro finds out and discovers there's some futuristic features inside.

News | Sep 01, 2020 by Rounik Sethi

With a crowdfunding goal of just $10,000 USD the Thy333 MIDI controller that enables anyone to play music has reached a staggering $939,000 USD with 9 days still to go!

News | Jun 18, 2020 by Rounik Sethi

Novation have been working closely with Ableton when designing the four models of the new Launchkey MK3's and feature more expressive pads, keys and deeper integration with Live 10.

News | Feb 20, 2020 by Rounik Sethi

With 483 Instruments & Presets and featuring a quad-core Step Animator with XY motion engine, Motion Keys will take keyboards and pianos above and beyond the expected.

News | Nov 22, 2019 by Hollin Jones

The ultra-portable MIDI controller and performance keyboard gets a brand new grand piano instrument as well as a Manager App for easier preset management. Here's what you need to know.

Tutorial | Oct 21, 2019 by Joe Albano

MIDI controller keyboards come in all shapes, sizes and configurations. Joe Albano explains your options, whatever your keyboard needs may be.

Review | Oct 19, 2019 by Hollin Jones

IK's new Hammond organ software instrument has been developed in consultation with the original Hammond Organ company. Hollin Jones spins up the Leslie...

News | Oct 03, 2019 by Hollin Jones

IK says its Hammond B-3X is the first real Hammond organ for Mac/PC, complete with Leslie speaker.

Review | Jul 23, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

Keysuite Electric is made up of 7 categories of instruments: Tines, Reeds, Clavs, Electric Pianos, Analog Keys, Electro Acoustic and Bass. Matt Vanacoro took it for a spin.

Tutorial | Jul 09, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

Whether you're an experienced keyboard player or just beginning to learn your way around the keys, here are 4 chord techniques that will serve you well when playing and recording.

News | Jun 27, 2019 by Hollin Jones

100 deep sampled presets from 2 classic FM, algorithmic and a modern wavetable synth: Yamaha DX7, TX81z and an Arturia MicroFreak. Meet Vapor Keys.

News | Jun 24, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Get true piano feel, extensive connectivity and a software bundle worth $700 with Arturia's latest update to its top-tier controller keyboard.

Review | Mar 21, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

Yamaha's new stage piano offers an excellent balance of build, playability and sounds. Matt Vanacoro took it on the road to find out where it really shines.