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
Controllerism 101: Moldover teaches you how to turn a simple and inexpensive MIDI keyboard into a custom audio controller.
Yamaha has introduced a collection of Yamaha Key designs for Milano Salone 2008, an international furniture design trade show and competition, based on the theme “key for you”. According to the company, the designs use a Minimal Element/Maximum Effect concept. Let me know what you think of these design concepts in the comments.
[display_podcast] I’ve seen tons of virtual keyboards before, but never a commercial virtual MIDI keyboard. Tanager Audioworks’ Chirp is a new application that turns your computer keyboard into a MIDI keyboard controller…..so you can play notes on your computer keyboard. Chirp combines a photo?realistic keyboard interface, ten programmable trigger pads and several controls for easily… Read More Strange Virtual Keyboard
NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Korg introduced its K-series USB-MIDI Studio Controllers that combine full size velocity-sensitive keys with a variety of hardware control features. They are designed to be the centerpiece of any software-based music production environment for entry level and cost conscious users. The K-series is comprised of three models: the K25, K49 and… Read More Korg Adds K-Series USB MIDI Controller Line
NAMM 2006 Winter Show: M-Audio announced the release of a complete line of Oxygen USB MIDI mobile keyboard controllers—the Oxygen 61, Oxygen 49 and Oxygen 8 v2. “The redesigned Oxygen 8 v2 features many updates that bring even more power to computer-based musicians. Extending these features to the Oxygen 61 and Oxygen 49 means more… Read More M-Audio Releases Full Oxygen MIDI Controller Line
NAMM 2006 Winter Show: M-Audio announced the new Axiom line of USB mobile MIDI controllers—the Axiom 61, Axiom 49 and Axiom 25. This new line offers all of the features of M-Audio’s recently introduced Oxygen line of controllers and adds premium features. “Our new Axiom line delivers the most comprehensive control package for musicians who… Read More Winter NAMM: M-Audio Unveils Axiom USB MIDI Controller Line
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
The Edirol PCR1 is an interesting addition to the world of USB MIDI controllers. It is one of a new breed of controllers optimized for mobile music making. The PCR1 is designed to be very lightweight, and features a supermodel-thin profile. It includes a basic set of MIDI controllers, standard-width piano keys and audio I/O.… Read More Edirol PCR1 Controller Keyboard Review
