MTM 64 |
Fatar Numa
Fatar keyboards are well known for their excellent action, so how will the Numa stack up? Hollin Jones tickles the ivories.
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MTM 64 |
Roland Fantom-G8
When Roland’s flagship workstations get a makeover, expectations are inevitably high. Hollin Jones finds out if the Fantom-G still does the business.
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MTM 63 |
Alesis SR-18
The Alesis SR-16 was a staple of music production for years, so how does the SR-18 compare? Hollin Jones is on the beat.
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MTM 63 |
Yamaha KX25
We’d all like a little more hands-on control over our software, but
can Yamaha’s KX25 deliver? Hollin Jones finds out.
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MTM 63 |
AKAI XR20
If you want to make beats without using a computer, AKAI’s XR20 could be the solution. Hollin Jones takes a test drive.
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MTM 63 |
Access Virus TI Snow
Access’ Virus synth is legendary in electronic music, and now it’s more portable than ever. Hollin Jones goes on the road with the Virus TI Snow.
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MTM 61 |
CME UF80
A master keyboard with wireless MIDI capabilities and an attractive price tag? Hollin Jones checks out the UF80...
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MTM 59 |
AKAI MPK49
AKAI’s MPK49 aims to be the ultimate performance controller while remaining equally adept on stage. Mike Hillier is in key...
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MTM 58 |
Kurzweil SP2X
If you’re more of a performer than a programmer, Kurzweil may just have produced the stage piano you’ve been waiting for. Hollin Jones checks out the SP2X...
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MTM 55 |
Novation ReMOTE 49SL Compact
Novation’s innovative AutoMap feature comes to a new range of controllers. Mike Hillier goes remote...
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MTM 54 |
Korg M3
The Korg M1 had the distinction of being the world’s first workstation, so is the company’s new M3 likely to be equally distinguished? Hollin Jones finds out...
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MTM 53 |
Roland V-Synth GT
FREE FULL REVIEW. Roland's V-Synth re-wrote the book on innovative sound creation, so can the company's new V-Synth GT live up to the family name? Hollin Jones finds out...
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MTM 51 |
Yamaha MM6
Entry-level workstations are becoming increasingly powerful, so does Yamaha’s new MM6 have enough features to make it a worthy contender? Hollin Jones finds out...
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MTM 48 |
Roland VP-550
Don’t have sufficient room to accommodate a gospel choir in your studio? Help is at hand, as Hollin Jones finds out when he stirs up the Roland VP-550...
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MTM 46 |
Roland Juno-G
Its heritage is undeniably second to none, but will Roland’s latest synth live up to the high standards set by its predecessors? Hollin Jones lifts off with the Juno-G...
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MTM 44 |
M-Audio MidAir 25
M-Audio’s new MIDI controller brings wireless technology to the popular Oxygen8. Mike Hillier breathes in the Air...
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MTM 43 |
Yamaha CP300
Yamaha was a key player in the digital piano revolution, which changed the way pianists thought about playing live. Hollin Jones meets the company’s latest model – the CP300.
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MTM 41 |
Korg Radias
Good things do sometimes come in small packages, as Hollin Jones finds out when he test-drives Korg’s new baby, the deceptively compact Radias.
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MTM 40 |
Akai MPC2500
They’re a favourite with hip hop artists the world over, but will the AKAI MPC2500 be able to live up to the reputation? Hollin Jones samples it for himself.
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MTM 40 |
Korg X50
Korg’s new baby packs all the punch of a heavyweight sound engine in a light and portable package. Will it be a knockout? Hollin Jones gets a handle on the X50...
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MTM 39 |
Alesis Fusion 8HD
The latest feature-packed workstation from Alesis promises to fulfil your every studio need. Hollin Jones gets it together with the Fusion 8HD...
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MTM 38 |
TerraTec Axon AX 100 mkII
The synthesis and sampler market is dominated by keyboard players, but TerraTec is hoping the Axon will help guitarists to gatecrash the party. Mike Hillier picks up his Ax.
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MTM 38 |
Yamaha M08
Yamaha’s newest workstation certainly boasts a wealth of player-oriented features, but does it cover all the bases? Hollin Jones test-drives the MO8.
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MTM 38 |
Creamware Pro-12 ASB
Creamware’s latest Authentic Sound Box synth is modelled on a genuine classic. Hollin Jones goes retro...
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MTM 37 |
Roland SP-404
Roland’s new SP-404 takes sampling out of the studio and onto the stage. Mark Cousins hooks up his decks and puts it through its paces...
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MTM 36 |
M-Audio ProKeys 88
The days of using one dedicated keyboard in the studio and another on the stage are seemingly numbered. Hollin Jones tinkles the ivories of M-Audio’s new ProKeys 88.
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MTM 33 |
Hammond XK-3
The Hammond B3 is one of the best-known instruments of all time – and now the XK-3 looks set to continue its legacy. Hollin Jones gets fired up...
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MTM 32 |
Yamaha S90 ES
Tired of taking two keyboards on stage? Fear not, Yamaha’s S90 ES is here – and it’s going to change the way you think about playing. Hollin Jones explains why.
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MTM 32 |
Creamware Minimax ASB
Creamware’s latest synth is more real than virtual and aims to faithfully re-create a much-loved classic. Hollin Jones takes it to the max...
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MTM 26 |
Future Retro Revolution
If you want fat, acid sounds you might want to check out this unusual-looking synth from US manufacturer Future Retro. Hollin Jones joins the Revolution...
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MTM 25 |
Roland RD-700SX
Roland’s flagship stage piano derives its compelling sounds from
multi-sampled concert grands. Hollin Jones gets in on the action.
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MTM 22 |
Roland TD-20K V-drums
The flagship version of Roland’s innovative V-Drums range comes with more options than Joe Silva can shake a stick at…
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MTM 22 |
Clavia Nord Modular G2X
The mighty Nord Modular G2 gets a bigger brother, with more keys
and more power. Hollin Jones finds out if it has the X factor…
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MTM 17 |
Roland Fantom-X8
Roland dispatches a new variant of its battleship class of audio workstations. Joe Silva discovers whether she’s seaworthy…
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MTM 17 |
Korg Electribe EA-1 mkII
Korg revamps its analogue synth sequencer with up-to-the-minute sounds and styles. Hollin Jones goes in search of the Electribe…
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MTM 16 |
Korg Triton Extreme 88
Korg’s Triton gets some new toys, including a real-life valve for warming up your sound. Hollin Jones takes it to the Extreme….
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MTM 13 |
Korg PA1X Pro
Korg’s new flagship arranger keyboard is a heavyweight when it comes to playing and performing. Hollin Jones finds out if it can do the business…
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MTM 13 |
Elektron SFX-6 MonoMachine
It’s silver, it’s Swedish, and it’s designed like no other instrument you’ve ever seen. Mark Jenkins gets to grips with the latest synth from Elektron...
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MTM 12 |
Akai MPC1000
Akai has released the latest model in a long line of sampling drum machines – but is it an adequate compositional tool? Mark Jenkins is set adrift on an MPC...
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MTM 09 |
Yamaha Motif ES7
Sequencing isn’t all about computers and sophisticated software – it can be done on a workstation synth. Bob Dormon checks out Yamaha’s Motif ES7.
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MTM 09 |
Roland RS-70 Synthesizer
‘Forget about MIDI and get on with playing’ is the concept behind the RS-70 – but does it take the mystery out of multi-track recording? Keith Gemmell goes loopy…
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MTM 09 |
E-mu PX-7 Command System
E-mu’s new PX-7 sets out to make you commander of your own drum station. Mark Jenkins gives it a beating…
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MTM 08 |
Roland Fantom-S Synthesizer
Roland has released a new version of its Fantom synth/workstation, but is it the machine to put the company back on top? Mark Jenkins looks for spirits in the material world…
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MTM 08 |
Korg Electribe MX-1 Music Production Station
The first of the long-awaited additions to the Electribe range is here. But is the MX-1 Production Station a worthy flag bearer? Pete Crisp gathers the ’Tribe…
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MTM 05 |
Bob Moog Voyager Analogue Synth
Synth pioneer Bob Moog has updated his classic Minimoog analogue monosynth for the 21st century. Simon Trask finds out if Voyager has what it takes to go the distance...
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MTM 04 |
Roland VR-760 Keyboard
Simon Trask finds out whether Roland’s performer-friendly VR-760 keyboard adds up to more than the sum of its parts...
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MTM 03 |
GEM ProMega2
GEM follows up its ProMega3 digital piano with a sleek new version sporting a lower price tag and a more contemporary appearance – but at the expense of some features. Simon Trask wonders if it’s the instrument to raise the company’s profile…
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MTM 02 |
Yamaha DTXpress II
Having lost their eighties New Romantic associations, electronic drums are back with a vengeance. Nigel Lord climbs onboard Yamaha’s latest kit…
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MTM 02 |
Yamaha Motif-Rack
Proving that size isn't everything, Yamaha's new rackmount module offers more polyphony, more patches and more effects than its Motif keyboard counterparts, but are there also compromises? Simon Trask sizes it up…
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MTM 02 |
E-mu Vintage Pro
E-mu's latest sound module takes its cue from the seemingly unquenchable desire for old keyboard sounds. Simon Trask samples a modern vintage…
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MTM 01 |
Roland V-Synth
With increased competition from the software sector, can Roland’s new flagship synth cut the sonic mustard? Simon Trask plays a awhile.
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