Patterning 2 introduces a wide range of new features and workflow improvements, including: pattern recording, parameter randomization, ratcheting, swappable drum kits, and a whole lot more.… Read More Patterning 2 Drum Machine Adds Randomization Features, Ratcheting & More
We talked with product designer Simon Mattisson, who gave us a quick history of of the company and a tour of some of their earliest instruments.… Read More 20 Years Of Classic Elektron Gear
At Superbooth 2018, Behringer was displaying a wide range of engineering prototypes of clones of classic electronic music gear. We talked with Rob Belcham, Senior Principal Systems Engineer at Music Group, and got a quick overview of the new gear. … Read More Behringer Pro-One, 808, ARP Odyssey Clones At Superbooth 2018
At Superbooth 2018, scheduled for May 3-5 in Berlin, Soundmachines is introducing the DS1drumstation.… Read More Soundmachines DS1drumstation Modular Drum System Debuting At Superbooth
Modal has added parameter automation to their CRAFTrhythm drum machine. … Read More Modal Electronics CRAFTrhythm Parameter Automation
The videos cover the built-in sound library, using custom samples, the infamous ‘five-fader shuffle’ and more. … Read More Roland TR-8S Hands-On Demos
Here’s an in-depth demonstration of the new Roland TR-8S Rhythm Performer drum machine.… Read More Roland TR-8S In-Depth Demo
This video shows how to make a DIY drum sequencer.… Read More How To Make A DIY Drum Sequencer
Roland Cloud has announced an update that adds a virtual version of the classic Roland TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer. The virtual TR-808 Rhythm Composer is now available as both a VST and AU plugin for use in popular digital audio workstations. Here’s what they have to say about the emulation:
In each performance, the artist makes extensive use of the live control features of the TR-8S, along with its custom sample capability, to perform complete arrangements live. … Read More Using The Roland TR-8S Live To Create Complete Tracks
