KRK RP5 G2 Rokit Active Studio Monitor Video

Posted on Thu 25 November 2010 in entries • Tagged with active, g2, krk, monitor, rokit, rp5

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_p_1-y-hj8

Check out the new Absolute vid on the KRK RP5 G2 Rokit active studio monitor. Joe quickly runs through the basic setup of these great little studio speakers.

For more information on the KRK RP5 G2 Rokit monitors, click the link below:

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NEW PRODUCTS ROUNDED UP FROM THE LATEST SHOWS

Posted on Wed 24 November 2010 in entries • Tagged with pro tools 9, ultranova

Sometimes you've just gotta take one for the team, and that's what I did recently, attending 3 music exhibitions in as many weeks. Well, someone's got to do it. To ease my guilt (and the jet lag) I spotted some fantastic new products, and here's a quick rundown…

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FOCUSRITE MIDNIGHT SUITE

Posted on Wed 24 November 2010 in Computer Music • Tagged with focusrite

The brand new Midnight Plug-in Suite, based on the legendary Forté console has at last been released by Focusrite!

The brand new Midnight plug-in brings Focusrite’s sonic signature to your music production software through sophisticated modelling of the ISA110 EQ and ISA130 compressor. Originally created for the legendary Forté …


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KURZWEIL PC361 PERFORMANCE CONTROLLER SYNTH REVIEW

Posted on Tue 23 November 2010 in entries • Tagged with controller, review, synth

This review kindly written by Tony Long. You can read more reviews like this, along with Tony's productions at his personal site -> Tony Long Music

KURZWEIL PC361 - INTRODUCTION

The Kurzweil PC361 Performance Controller Synth is the first Kurzweil Synth I have had a chance to get my hands on. The …


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NOVATION LAUNCHPAD WINTER PROMOTION

Posted on Fri 19 November 2010 in DJ Gear • Tagged with ableton

Following the launch of their Winter campaign last Monday, Novation are now pleased to announce their new Novation Launchpad Winter promotion, which is set to run from now until 12th January 2011!

The popular Novation Launchpad controller, which is built with Ableton in mind, will retail for £129 at Absolute …


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NOVATION NOCTURN

Posted on Fri 19 November 2010 in entries • Tagged with controller, keyboard, midi, nocturn, Novation

I’ve got to say that I’m quite a fan of Novation’s products, having previously reviewed the superb Ultranova, and being the owner of an SL61 controller keyboard. So I had no complaints at all when I was asked to take a look at the Nocturn! Let’s …


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Alesis IO2 interface Video

Posted on Fri 19 November 2010 in entries • Tagged with alesis, audio interface, io2

Looking for a low cost and portable interface? Then look no further. Check out the Alesis IO2 interface. It's your ultimate companion for your laptop. This small unit is ideal for any budding recording enthusiasts that want to record/create songs on the go. Check out this vid below.

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ALESIS Q25

Posted on Thu 18 November 2010 in Keyboards & Synths • Tagged with alesis

Alesis have recently announced the availability of the Q25, a compact and highly affordable MIDI controller for musicians, DJs, and producers who just want to plug-and-play, without getting involved with numerous knobs and sliders.

The Q25 is a 25-note, velocity-sensitive, MIDI keyboard controller with USB and traditional MIDI ports that …


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NEW AXIOM CONTROLLER KEYBOARDS

Posted on Wed 17 November 2010 in entries • Tagged with keyboard, m-audio, midi controller

The old Axiom Series of controller keyboards are products that I have used a lot, having been the kit of choice for every studio and workstation on my previous Music Technology University course (ah, how I miss my lazy student days!)

In fact the products were so popular, that many …


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TASCAM US-122MKII

Posted on Wed 17 November 2010 in entries • Tagged with alesis io2, audio interface, hardware, midi

Tascam US-122Mk2 InterfaceIn this review I will be taking a closer look at the US-122MkII, a budget audio/MIDI interface from Tascam. After recently reviewing the Alesis IO2, I had something in a similar price range to make comparisons to, and if you have read my Alesis IO2 review, you will know …


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