B-Step Sequencer Turns iPad Into Music Sequencing Workstation

Developer Thomas Arndt has released B-Step Sequencer – an iOS app designed to turn your iPad into a music sequencing workstation. The sequencer comes with native support for one or two Novation Launchpads. B-Step supports CoreMIDI, Virtual MIDI ports, Network MIDI and many MIDI hardware devices. It also supports MIDI Learn, so you can control B-Step’s user… Read More B-Step Sequencer Turns iPad Into Music Sequencing Workstation

Novation Launchpad For iPad Updated With Audio Import Via AudioCopy

Novation has released an updated version of LaunchPad for iPad – their iOS beat sequencing application. Here’s what’s new in version 1.4: Audio Import update: Now features AudioCopy with supported apps News section: Keep up to date with Novation Launchpad App news and stories Performance enhancements, bug fixes and graphics tweaks Here’s a video introduction… Read More Novation Launchpad For iPad Updated With Audio Import Via AudioCopy

Novation Interview Launches Soundpack Giveaway, Remix Competition

Novation announces M4SONIC video interview, free M4SONIC soundpack, and competition to win Launchpad S, Launch Control, and M4SONIC masterclass Today Novation has announced another trio of treats – (what shall we call it? a threebie? maybe not?) – 1) an interview with Australian producer M4SONIC, 2) a free M4SONIC soundpack for Launchpad App users, and… Read More Novation Interview Launches Soundpack Giveaway, Remix Competition

Novation Launchpad App Adds Audio Import

Novation has updated its Launchpad app for the iPad, adding Audio Import as an in-app purchase. Here’s what’s new in Launchpad 1.2: Audio import (via In-App Purchase) – Transform Launchpad app into a powerful performance solution to play your own original music (audio import via Dropbox) Improved library manager – Browse categories, packs, and favourites… Read More Novation Launchpad App Adds Audio Import

Mutant Synth Pack Channels Iconic Synths

Today Sonic Faction debuted their new Mutant Synth Pack, a collection of classic synthesizers for Ableton Live. The pack features meticulously sampled iconic synths, reactivated from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. The bundle includes new 3 instruments: The Clone, based on the classic Roland SH-101 Puls8or, sampled from the notorious Waldorf Pulse+ and Rouge-One, modeled… Read More Mutant Synth Pack Channels Iconic Synths

Novation Releases Launchkey Mini Controller

Novation has announced the release of its new Launchkey Mini, a mini-key instrument/controller and the latest in Novations family of “Launch” products. It works with the new Novation Launchpad and Launchkey iPad apps, and delivers hands-on control of major Mac and Windows music software including Ableton Live, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Cubase, Reason, and Logic.… Read More Novation Releases Launchkey Mini Controller

Novation Launchpad S Review – It’s Brighter, Faster & Smarter Than Its Predecessor

Novation recently released the LaunchPad S – a ‘Brighter, Faster, Universal’ version of its popular MIDI controller for Ableton Live. Here are the main improvements in the LaunchPad S over its predecessor: The Launchpad S has brighter LEDs; The new version has a significantly faster LED refresh rate; and The Launchpad S is now class-compliant, which… Read More Novation Launchpad S Review – It’s Brighter, Faster & Smarter Than Its Predecessor

New iPad Controller For Ableton Live, iTrigger

POJ Studios has released iTRIGGER, a new grid-based MIDI controller application for iPad. It is designed specifically for use with Ableton Live, but also works with other music software. iTRIGGER allows bi-directional communication to mix music, launch clips, change parameters like levels and panning, and provides feedback to the user through the multi-coloured grid display.… Read More New iPad Controller For Ableton Live, iTrigger