MOTU Volta Lets You Control Analog Synths From Your Computer

2009 NAMM Show: MOTU introduced Volta, a virtual instrument plug-in that lets you play and automate modular synthesizers—or any hardware equipped with control voltage (CV) inputs—from your favorite host audio workstation software. Volta receives conventional virtual instrument input such as MIDI notes, MIDI controller data or even high-resolution audio track ramp automation and responds by… Read More MOTU Volta Lets You Control Analog Synths From Your Computer

January 23, 2009January 24, 20091 Comment

NAMM Show: M-Audio Axiom Pro Control Keyboards

M-Audio introduced a new series of USB MIDI keyboard controllers at the 2009 NAMM Show. The Axiom Pro family builds on M-Audio’s line of USB MIDI keyboards, but is designed provide musicians with a more responsive playing experience as well as deeper tactile control to mimic the feel of playing a real piano. Available in… Read More NAMM Show: M-Audio Axiom Pro Control Keyboards

January 23, 2009January 24, 20093 Comments

M-Audio Tweaks Torq DJ Software

M-Audio has released Torq 1.5 DJ software for Mac OS X and Windows. New features in Torq 1.5 software include: Tempo Anchors Tempo Master zplane élastique time stretching Send/receive MIDI Clock A new toolbar and a variety of workflow enhancements Torq 1.5 DJ software is available immediately from the M-Audio webstore. The cost of upgrading… Read More M-Audio Tweaks Torq DJ Software

December 29, 2008December 29, 20083 Comments

15+ Killer Holiday Deals On Music Gear

Here are some holiday deals on electronic music gear & software that you may want to check out: Ableton has announced a 25% discount for anyone purchasing Live 7, Live 7 LE or Suite before the 31st December 2008. The 25% off deal also applies to users who wish to upgrade to the full version… Read More 15+ Killer Holiday Deals On Music Gear

December 5, 2008November 25, 20094 Comments

Holiday Deals From M-Audio

M-Audio has announced a variety of holiday deals: Axiom Keyboard / RTAS Instrument Special Purchase an Axiom® 61, 49, or 25 keyboard controller between November 15 and December 15, 2008 and receive the FREE A.I.R. RTAS® instrument of your choice (Transfuser, Velvet or Hybrid).Download coupon. Pro Tools M-Powered / RTAS Instrument Special Buy a copy of Pro Tools® M-Powered™ software, or… Read More Holiday Deals From M-Audio

November 21, 2008Leave a comment

New Drivers for KeyStudio 49i and MobilePre USB

M-Audio may not get that Internet thing – but they have some sweet gear. They’ve also just released new drivers for the KeyStudio 49i keyboard and the MobilePre USB audio interface. KeyStudio 49i Driver version 1.7.2-4 offers several bug fixes and performance enhancements, as well as support for Mac OS X 10.5.4. The update is… Read More New Drivers for KeyStudio 49i and MobilePre USB

August 27, 2008Leave a comment

Remix And M-Audio Need To Get With That Internet Thing

Remix and M-Audio have announced a potentially interesting webinar on Producing Club-Ready Tracks – presumably with lots of M-Audio gear. Unfortunately, to watch this “on-demand” webinar, you have to give them permission spam you, and let all their buddies spam you. Check out the form you have to fill out to watch this webinar: What… Read More Remix And M-Audio Need To Get With That Internet Thing

August 27, 2008August 27, 20081 Comment

What’s The Best MIDI Drum Pad Controller?

Thinking about getting a MIDI drum pad controller? DJ Tech Tools has a great smackdown between the Korg PadKontrol, the M-Audio Trigger Finger and the Akai MPD 24 They compared the MIDI drum pad controller 8 ways: features build quality ergonomics what’s in the box ease of MIDI configuration looks price mixing challenge The bottom… Read More What’s The Best MIDI Drum Pad Controller?

August 9, 2008August 9, 200813 Comments

M-Audio Announces Public Enemy Remix Conest

M-Audio has teamed with hip-hop pioneers Public Enemy and culture-defining art brand Obey to host a remix competition. The Public Enemy Remix Contest challenges musicians to create an original remix of an a cappella version of the group’s track “Harder Than You Think,” from their current album How You Sell Soul to a Soulless People… Read More M-Audio Announces Public Enemy Remix Conest

July 24, 2008July 24, 2008Leave a comment

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