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Akai MPC 3.8 Update Expands The MPC Workflow

Akai has released MPC 3.8, a free update that delivers seamless project compatibility and workflow continuity between MPC hardware, desktop software, and MPC Sample.… Read More Akai MPC 3.8 Update Expands The MPC Workflow

May 13, 20262 Comments

1010music Blackbox 2 Brings Expanded Track Engine, Professional I/O & More

The 1010music Blackbox 2 is a next-generation compact sampler and music workstation with a high-resolution color touchscreen, expanded multi-track sampling engine, integrated sequencing, effects, and both USB-C and analog I/O for DAWless creation and performance.… Read More 1010music Blackbox 2 Brings Expanded Track Engine, Professional I/O & More

May 6, 20261 Comment

MPC Sample In-Depth Review

The review includes an overview of the MPC Sample’s capabilities, demonstrates the workstation’s workflow and shares a variety of audio demos.… Read More MPC Sample In-Depth Review

March 24, 202637 Comments

Akai Pro MPC Sample Now Available For $399

With 16 velocity-sensitive MPC pads, a classic MPC sequencer, Instant Sample Chop Mode, real-time Time-Stretch and RePitch, and four onboard FX engines, the MPC Sample is less a ‘stripped down’ MPC than a ‘scaled down’ one. … Read More Akai Pro MPC Sample Now Available For $399

March 24, 2026March 24, 202618 Comments

How To Play Ableton Live Projects On The Akai MPC Live III

Here’s a look at how you can drag and drop Ableton Live projects to the Akai Pro MPC Live III.… Read More How To Play Ableton Live Projects On The Akai MPC Live III

March 22, 2026March 21, 20261 Comment

Akai Pro MPC Sample Coming March 24

Will the Akai Pro MPC Sample be a Teenage Engineering EP–133 KO II killer?… Read More Akai Pro MPC Sample Coming March 24

March 19, 202621 Comments

Teenage Engineering K.O. II Gets Expanded Memory

The EP–133 K.O. II lets you record sounds around you, sequence your samples and loops, tweak and automate filter, pitch and more. … Read More Teenage Engineering K.O. II Gets Expanded Memory

February 4, 202617 Comments

Casio SX-C1 Portable Standalone Sampler Overview & Demo

Are you interested in a new Casio Sampler?… Read More Casio SX-C1 Portable Standalone Sampler Overview & Demo

January 25, 202614 Comments

Romagnetics FS-404, A Companion For The Roland SP-404 MK2, Gets Major Firmware Update

The Romagnetics FS-404, a MIDI companion to the Roland SP-404 MK2, has been updated with new capabilities and performance options.… Read More Romagnetics FS-404, A Companion For The Roland SP-404 MK2, Gets Major Firmware Update

January 25, 20261 Comment

Generalmusic Returns, With The Promise Of New GEM Keyboards

At the 2026 NAMM Show, Italian keyboard and synth maker Generalmusic announced that it’s back in business.… Read More Generalmusic Returns, With The Promise Of New GEM Keyboards

January 25, 20267 Comments

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