Novation Announce New Audiohub USB Interface

Posted on Thu 11 September 2014 in entries • Tagged with audio box, focusrite, interface, launch control, Launchpad, novation audiobox, usb

What is Audiohub?

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Audiohub 2x4 is a USB audio interface with ‘Focusrite sound inside’, for high-quality electronic music production. Housed in a sleek yet tough aluminium chassis, it provides two ultra-low latency inputs and four super loud outputs, while connecting and powering up to three other USB devices with its …


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Garritan CFX Concert Grand Review

Posted on Mon 08 September 2014 in entries • Tagged with abby road, cfx, GARRITAN, GARRITAN ABBEY ROAD STUDIOS CFX CONCERT GRAND, virtual instrument, yamaha

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Another piano? I hear you say. Well Garritan thought there was room for another sample-based piano plug-in, especially when it's a pristine Yamaha CFX Concert Grand recorded in Studio One at Abbey Road Studios with an armoury of expensive microphones and experienced Abbey Road Engineers...

On opening the box I …


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Which Komplete Is For You?

Posted on Wed 03 September 2014 in entries • Tagged with guide, how to, Komplete 10, native instruments komplete, NI, synth, synths, what komplete package should i buy?, which komplete is best

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With Komplete 10 offering more than ever before, there are many ways you can get the latest version depending on what you own already. This guide will help you choose the right product to get you up to version 10.

I don’t own …


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Komplete 10 Announced

Posted on Wed 03 September 2014 in entries • Tagged with Komplete 10, Kontrol s, NI

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Native Instruments are famed for producing the most comprehensive virtual instrument and effects bundle available. NI have announced the next incarnation of their incredible software bundle – Komplete 10 and a new instrument to control the thousands of sounds in the shape of the …


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Roland Announce HS-5 Session Mixer

Posted on Tue 02 September 2014 in entries • Tagged with jam, jamming, mixer, practice, roland hs-5

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Rehearsal and Recording Mixer for Ensembles. 

Convenient and simple to use, the HS-5 allows up to five musicians to rehearse, jam, and record while monitoring with headphones. Players have individual hands-on control of their personal mix, plus access to reverb and COSM effects for guitar, bass, and vocals. Bands can …


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TC Electronic Announce PolyTune 2 Mini & Noir

Posted on Mon 01 September 2014 in entries • Tagged with poly tune, polytune mini 2, polytune noir, tc electronic, tuner

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Since they first introduced the original PolyTune to the world in 2010, their mission has simply been to make tuning better, faster and easier. With PolyTune 2 they took all that was in the game-changing original, fine-tuning perfection with the addition of a ridiculously accurate ultra-fast strobe mode and a …


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Cash Back Available on Selected Line 6 Products

Posted on Mon 01 September 2014 in entries • Tagged with amplifi, dl4, jm4, line 6, wireless mics, xd-v

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Throughout  September to October 2014, you can make big savings on selected Line 6 products, with an Instant/Mail in Rebate ! Simply add one (or more) of the qualifying products to your basket, click checkout and then fill in the rebate form from Line 6 for your discount. Easy!

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Roland Announce TD-K1 and TD-1KV V-Drums Kits

Posted on Mon 01 September 2014 in entries • Tagged with drums, electric drum kits, roland, td-1k, td-1kv, td1k, td1kv, v-drums, vdrums

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Roland is pleased to introduce the TD-1K and TD-1KV V-Drums, two new compact drum kits just added to the respected V-Drums family. With sound, playability, and learning features that surpass other electronic sets in their class, the TD-1K and TD-1KV bring true V-Drums quality to beginning players, students, and everyone …


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BOSS Unveils New RC-1 Loop Station

Posted on Mon 01 September 2014 in entries • Tagged with bass, Boss, guiatr pedal, guitar, loop, looper, rc-1 loop station, roland

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Hitting our shores November 2014: BOSS is proud to announce the RC-1 Loop Station, the new entry-level model in the company’s acclaimed lineup of dedicated loop recording devices. Battery-powered and affordable, the RC-1’s straightforward operation makes it easier than ever for guitarists, bassists, and other musicians to incorporate …


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Give Your Shins a Rest

Posted on Thu 14 August 2014 in entries • Tagged with drumming technique, ian bee

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Ok folks, this month we turn away from the more mental aspects of drumming to look at technique: foot technique to be exact. But we are looking at it for a specific reason...

I have had new students recently, who have been self taught, who have complained of shin and …


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