ElectroKraft has introduced the Sonar*Axe, an “experimental sci-fi MIDI controller using a sonar sensor to detect hand position (generating notes), and a photocell to generate changes in note octave.” The Sonar*Axe can be used to control any MIDI-compatible device. ElectroKraft specializes in machines “designed to alter, change and morph the standard canned sounds of any… Read More ElectroKraft Intros Sonar*Axe Sci-Fi Instrument
Creative Technology has announced the Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI dual-function keyboard for home users. The keyboard combines standard PC keyboard capabilities with a MIDI keyboard. The Prodikeys PC-MIDI features multimedia keyboard functions such as customizable HotKeys, media playback control, and enhanced F-keys functions, which enable easy access to frequently used applications and tasks on the PC.… Read More Creative Intros Computer/Music Keyboard
Moog Music has introduced the Be The First promotion for the Moog PianoBar, a portable device that sits on a piano keyboard, scanning for playing and converting it to MIDI. Moog has identified 364 Metropolitian areas in the USA, and is offering special pricing to the first buyers in each area. If you are the… Read More Save up to $500 on Moog Piano Bar
Propellerhead Software has announced the availability of the ReMote Protocol SDK to manufacturers of control surface hardware. ReMote has been introduced with Propellerhead’s Reason 3.0 Music Production Instrument software in early 2005. Remote is a protocol for handling communication between control surfaces (MIDI keyboards, remote control devices, etc.) and software applications (e.g. Reason). It handles… Read More Propellerhead Software Opens ReMote Protocol to Developers of Control Surfaces
ElectroKraft has introduced the Lunar Module, an alternative controller that uses photocells to enable theremin-like control of MIDI signals. The Lunar Module can be plugged into any synthesizer, keyboard or drum machine with MIDI input to create sounds not before possible. “I have created an exciting alternative MIDI controller that will produce sounds and rhythms… Read More ElectroKraft Intros Light Theremin MIDI Controller
Prostage, a Swiss manufacturer of accessories for musicians, has introduced a collection of MIDI foot controllers. Foot Controller X10pro/X10 Foot Controller to recall 128 different MIDI programs (program change) Up to 999 program numbers with custom software Delay-Tap and Sidekick functions 12 high-quality switches with noticeable “click” (0-9, bank up & down) Large 1inch display… Read More ProStage Intros MIDI Foot Controller Line
Behringer has announced the availability of B-CONTROL NANO BCN44, its compact MIDI controller. The NANO BCN44 provides 4 freely assignable push encoders with status LEDs, 4 freely assignable buttons with dual functions. Assignment of the panel elements is done either manually or via learn mode. The BCN44 can be easily connected to any computer/expander and… Read More Behringer Intros Nano MIDI Controller
Behringer has announced the immediate availability of the BCA2000 Windows XP driver Version 2 for downloading, free-of-charge at the Behringer website. The B-CONTROL AUDIO BCA2000 is a high-speed USB 2.0 multi-channel audio/MIDI interface with multiple simultaneous digital and analog ins and outs, including instrument inputs, adjustable limiter and an extensive monitor control section. The BCA2000… Read More Behringer Releases Updated BCA2000 Windows XP Driver
M-Audio has announced iControl, the first dedicated hardware controller specifically designed for Apple’s popular Apple GarageBand music software. “M-Audio has a vision of empowering anyone interested in making music with the tools to do so easily,” says Tim Ryan, General Manager at M-Audio. “iControl represents M-Audio’s commitment to GarageBand as a creative platform. iControl provides… Read More M-Audio Intros iControl – Hardcore Garageband Controller
Behringer has announced the availability of a new desktop DJ effects machine with 6 simultaneous functions and an intuitive user interface. The Tweakalizer DFX69 features a real-time scratch function for any input signal and a fast and accurate auto-BPM counter. With its virtually inaudible Pitch Transposer to correct track speed adjustments and an LFO-controlled effects… Read More Behringer Intros Tweakalizer DJ Effects Box
