 MTM 60 |
Novation Nio 2/4
Good things do come in small packages, but can Novation’s new nio 2 | 4 punch above its weight? Hollin Jones finds out...
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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 59 |
CME M-Key
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 MTM 59 |
TC Electronic Studio Konnekt 48
TC Electronic’s new baby is much more than just another run-of-the-mill audio interface. Hollin Jones finds out what’s so special about the Studio Konnekt 48...
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 MTM 56 |
Yamaha Tenori-on
Yamaha has a history of innovation, but has it outdone itself with Tenori-On? Hollin Jones finds out...
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 MTM 53 |
TerraTec AXON AX-50 USB
Guitarists are enjoying ever more choice when it comes to MIDI control. Hollin Jones finds out what the AX-50 has to offer...
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 MTM 50 |
E-mu 0404 USB
Portable interfaces are more popular now than ever, so how will E-mu’s new baby perform? Hollin Jones finds out...
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 MTM 51 |
Mark Of The Unicorn 8pre
Offering both audio interfacing and A/D conversion, is the 8pre a comprehensive studio solution? Keith Gemmell finds out...
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 MTM 48 |
PreSonus FaderPort
If you’re tired of recording and mixing using a mouse, FaderPort could be just what you need. Keith Gemmell sacks his rodent...
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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 |
Novation ReMOTE ZeRO SL
Retaining all the control capabilities of the original SL series, the ZeRO SL simply lacks keys. Mike Hillier maps it out...
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 MTM 43 |
Focusrite Liquid Mix
With over 60 emulations of vintage compressors and equalizers, could Focusrite’s Liquid Mix revolutionise software mixing as we know it? Mark Cousins goes with the flow...
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 MTM 41 |
Mark Of The Unicorn Ultralite
MOTU keeps up the good work with another portable FireWire interface. Mike Hillier steps out with the UltraLite.
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 MTM 41 |
Roland MC-808
Roland’s latest Groovebox is packed with earth-shaking electronic sounds and even boasts motorised faders. Hollin Jones puts the MC-808 through its paces...
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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 39 |
M-Audio Axiom 25
A MIDI controller is one of the most fundamental requirements for a project studio. Mike Hillier goes back to basics with M-Audio’s Axiom 25...
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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 37 |
Novation Novation ReMOTE 25 SL
Configuring a MIDI controller can be a time-consuming and frustrating job, but Novation’s latest offering aims to make life easier. Mike Hillier lets the ReMOTE 25 SL take control.
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 MTM 37 |
Alesis Photon X25
With its Photon X25, Alesis is attempting to shake up the portable MIDI controller market. Mike Hillier 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 34 |
Fatar Studiologic VMK-188 Plus
Fatar’s latest flagship MIDI controller adds numerous hands-on features to the company’s popular weighted piano keyboard. Hollin Jones gets in on the action...
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 MTM 33 |
Animazoo GypsyMIDI MoCap MIDI Controller
Fed up with standard MIDI controllers? Wish your every move could be used to control music? Mike Hillier finds a new way.
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 MTM 31 |
E-mu Xboard 49
With more and more hands-on software out there, portable USB MIDI keyboards are the order of the day. Hollin Jones gets to grips with E-mu’s Xboard 49…
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 MTM 29 |
CME UF8
Every keyboard player deserves the feel of a real piano – even when they’re on the road. Does CME’s latest offering deliver the goods? Hollin Jones finds out.
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 MTM 25 |
M-Audio Ozonic
There’s considerably more to M-Audio’s new all-purpose three-octave keyboard than initially meets the eye... Mike Hillier takes control.
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 MTM 23 |
Novation X-Station 25
Novation’s latest offering is an all-in-one audio/MIDI interface and hardware synth. Hollin Jones finds out if the X-Station is too good to be true…
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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 |
M-Audio O2
Slim and elegant, M-Audio’s new O2 looks great. Mike Hillier finds out if it’s as easy to use as it is on the eye.
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 MTM 20 |
M-Audio Keystation Pro 88
M-Audio’s new controller keyboard aims to offer professional MIDI control at a budget price. Mike Hillier finds out if there’s a catch...
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 MTM 18 |
Native Instruments Guitar Rig
Native Instruments’ first guitar effects software is here. Hollin Jones feels the full effects of Guitar Rig….
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 MTM 17 |
Edirol PCR-1 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
Edirol’s new keyboard controller combines good looks and MIDI functionality with audio capability. Keith Gemmell tinkles its ivories...
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 MTM 16 |
E-mu Emulator X Studio
Looking for a one-stop shop to turn your PC into a desktop studio? E-mu’s Emulator X Studio could be just the job, as Bob Dormon discovers…
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 MTM 15 |
Korg The Legacy Collection
Korg has resurrected its legendary MS-20, Polysix and Wavestation synthesisers as software instruments – but do they sound as good as the originals? Keith Gemmell listens closely...
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 MTM 14 |
Evolution MK-461C USB Keyboard
The controller keyboard market is booming, but Evolution’s new products always demand a closer look. Mark Jenkins is your master and commander...
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 MTM 13 |
Novation ReMOTE 25 Audio
An audio interface and MIDI controller from Novation that’ll keep all your eggs in one basket. Pete Crisp works up an appetite...
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 MTM 12 |
Edirol PCR-A30
Edirol’s latest MIDI controller keyboard combines everything the mobile musician needs in a single box. Hollin Jones discovers that small really can be beautiful...
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 MTM 11 |
Korg microKontrol
Musicians can still control their instruments in the traditional fashion. Paul Wiffen investigates Korg’s microKontrol solution…
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 MTM 11 |
Kenton Electronics Midistream
Offering low-latency, long-distance control, the Midistream looks set to break records. Keith Gemmell takes it to the limit…
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 MTM 10 |
Kurzweil PC1X Performance Controller
Always fancied a Kurzweil synth but couldn’t muster the readies? As David Etheridge discovers, the new PC1X may well be within your reach…
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 MTM 07 |
Mark Of The Unicorn Micro Lite and MIDI Express 128
MIDI interfacing via USB is the norm these days, but do MOTU’s new host-powered models plug into the needs of musicians? Bob Dormon finds out.
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 MTM 07 |
Novation ReMOTE 25
Taking command of your soft synths demands a powerful controller –
Mark Jenkins investigates whether Novation deserves an ovation...
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 MTM 07 |
Edirol UR80 USB Recording System
The UR80 combines a two-channel recording interface with a MIDI control surface in a desktop box that connects to your PC. Dan Duffell gets the feel of his software...
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 MTM 06 |
Edirol PCR-30
This controller is packed with buttons, sliders and knobs, but is it the perfect partner for your MIDI/USB gear? Nigel Lord is left to his own devices...
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 MTM 05 |
M-Audio Ozone
There are plenty of MIDI controller keyboards and USB audio interfaces out there, but Ozone combines both in a compact, portable package. Brian Heywood looks for the holes…
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 MTM 04 |
Akai MPD16
Tired of tying up your fingers triggering samples on your keyboard? There is an easier way. As Nigel Lord discovers, it just takes a little padding…
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 MTM 04 |
Evolution MK-361C MIDI Keyboard
Evolution’s flagship MIDI controller keyboard aims to dock with your computer – but is it a luxury liner or a sailing dinghy? Simon Trask goes to see…
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 MTM 02 |
Evolution U Control: UC-33
Evolution's UC-33 offers a great deal of hands-on control over lots of software. Ian Waugh gets tactile…
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 MTM 01 |
Kenton Spin Doctor
Kenton Electronics’ latest MIDI controller is designed to free the functions buried inside your favourite music hardware or software. Brian Heywood takes it for a spin.
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