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Novation Circuit In-Depth Video Review

The new Novation Circuit has caused a stir since its 1st October release. We decided to spend more days with it, going deeper than most, so you can discover what this groove box is really capable of.

Novation Announces Circuit, Synth, Drum Machine, Pad Controller Grid-Based Groove Box

When a photo of Novation Circuit was leaked yesterday many thought this was a MIDI controller. It's SO much more. Circuit is a standalone synth & drum machine with 4x8 velocity sensitive pads...

Kenton THRU-25 Allows 25 MIDI Device Daisy-Chaining

So you've got up to 25 MIDI devices that you want to connect up using one MIDI output port... and you want less than a microsecond of latency? Kenton have a solution in the form of the THRU-25.

What Do BT, Kink, Marc Houle, Rebotini & Blawan Have In Common? They All Love Arturia BeatStep Pro

The BeatStep Pro has proven popular onstage and in the studio with contemporary artists. So, Arturia have decided to outline just how good this sequencer is in case you just didn't get it until now.

MIDI Synth on iPhone 6S With Aftertouch? You Can With 3D Touch As This Video Shows

One of the stand-out features on Apple's iPhone 6S & 6S Plus is 3D Touch. In a nutshell it allows pressure sensitive control of apps. Now imagine how that could be used for synths & MIDI controllers.

XotoPad 2, The Feature-Packed MIDI Controller for Windows Multi-Touch Devices

feelyoursound.com has released version 2.0.0 of XotoPad. XotoPad turns any Windows multi-touch device into a full-featured MIDI controller with chords, scales, faders, and more.

Win Entry to Arturia Experience Event During Amsterdam Dance Event

From September 21st to September 30th, Arturia will give away 10 entries for the Arturia Experience Event that will take place on October 14th, 2015, during the Amsterdam Dance Event.

Review: Akai Pro MPD232

With LEDS, Akai Pro's responsive pads and a host of features like "Note Repeat","Full Level" and standalone, computer or iOS device modes, the MPD242 looks attractive. But does it deliver?

Novation Want You to "Start Something". New Product To Be Revealed 1st October

'Starting something is one of the hardest things to do; to create something from nothing.' So Novation tell us. But what solution do Novation have up their sleeve?

New MIDI API Will Make Your Android Phone or Tablet Better for Making Music

The new MIDI API for Android 6.0 (known as Marshmallow) is promising to make life easier for music app developers and provide a better experience for Android device wielding musicians and producers.

Understanding Audio-to-MIDI in Logic Pro X

Logic Pro X has two primary ways to convert audio into MIDI. In this tutorial Joe Albano explores how to use the Audio-to-MIDI conversion, how flex pitch is involved and shares tricks along the way.

How to Make a DIY Touchscreen Sample Player

What would you do if you needed a sample player for live performance? Buy one? The more adventurous among us would make their own touch screen sample player. Igor b did, and here's his in action.

Isotonik MIDI Mix XL Script Makes Akai Pro MIDImix into Better Ableton Live Control Surface

We reviewed the Akai Pro MIDIMix and found it is a capable controller for Ableton Live. Sigabort's new script makes it into a better control surface with ring focus, LaunchSync compatibility & more.

Positive Grid Extends BT4 Bluetooth Pedal Pre-Order

After reaching initial goal for early birds pre-order, the upcoming BT4 Bluetooth MIDI controller pre-order from Positive Grid has been extended to 1000 more units!

ROLI Preview New Seaboard RISE. It's A Keyboard, But Not As You Know It

ROLI's Seaboard Grand has already wowed the musical community with its innovative input and feel as a new class of musical instrument. The new Seaboard RISE is even more accessible.