Tascam have announced two new audio interfaces at NAMM 2013: the US-322 and US-366. Both of these USB 2.0 interfaces feature high-quality HDDA mic preamps, an on-board DSP mixer and a sleek aluminium body. If you're after a compact audio interface and do not require MIDI connections then one …

More Akai news from NAMM 2013 now and this time we're focusing on their new range of MPC headphones. This range consists of MPC Pro Headphones, MPC Headphones and MPC Earbuds, all showing off new stylish Akai designs. We will introduce the main features of each in this article so …

At NAMM 2013 Akai have announced a new 25-note controller keyboard, which is set to join the larger MAX49. The compact MAX25 features 25 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch and most unique of all, four LED touch faders. Simply assign these fader to the software parameters of your choice and swipe …

It may be small, but we're still excited about this one! The Akai MPX8 features 8 velocity- and pressure- sensitive pads, which are perfect if you just need a simple compact MIDI pad controller, but it does so much more as well...

The Akai MPX8 comes with a drag-and-drop sample …

M-Audio have entered the three-way studio monitor market by releasing the gorgeous new M3-8 speakers! With a predicted retail price of under £500 a pair, the M3-8s provide an excellent opportunity for anyone on a budget to own a pair of three-ways. Plus, because they are active, there is no …

M-Audio have announced three new audio interfaces at NAMM 2013! This sleek new range is comprised of the M-Track, M-Track Plus and the M-Track Quad, all sporting that famous M-Audio name. Let's introduce you to all of them...

The compact M-Track is the least feature-rich of all the range, but …

Alesis announce two new interfaces at NAMM 2013: the iO Hub and the Control Hub. The Alesis iO Hub is a 2-channel USB audio interface that is also compatible with iOS devices (iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch), whereas the Control Hub is essentially a MIDI interface with an audio output …

For producers that require a full set of keys for piano-style performances, Alesis have announced that they will be releasing the Q88; an 88-note semi-weighted velocity-sensitive MIDI controller keyboard with pitch and modulation wheels. In addition to sustain and volume pedal inputs for more expressive performances (pedals not included), the …

Swiftly moving on to another Arturia announcement now with the unveiling of the MiniLab. This compact 25-note USB controller keyboard packs in a fantastic amount of features onto such a small unit, making it a great studio or on-the-go production solution. Don't forget that it also comes with software that …

Arturia have announced that they will be releasing the SparkLE; a new hybrid instrument that is based on Arturia's current Spark drum machine. The SparkLE combines elements of traditional drum machines with sample-based beat boxes and physical modelling. It works with samples and also synthesis, providing great tweakability and versatility …