AKAI RELEASE A RANGE OF PRO MPC HEADPHONES

Posted on Tue 29 January 2013 in Computer Music • Tagged with akai, headphones, mpc earbuds, mpc headphones, mpc pro headphones, namm, namm 2013

Akai MPC Headphones, MPC Pro Headphones and MPC EarbudsMore 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 …


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NEW 25-NOTE CONTROLLER KEYBOARD FROM AKAI - THE MAX25

Posted on Tue 29 January 2013 in Computer Music • Tagged with akai, max25, max49, midi keyboard, namm, namm 2013

Akai MAX25 MIDI Controller KeyboardAt 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 …


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AKAI ANNOUNCE NEW SAMPLE PAD CONTROLLER - THE MPX8

Posted on Tue 29 January 2013 in Computer Music • Tagged with akai, mpx8, namm, namm 2013, pad controller

Akai MPX8It 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 …


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MONOTRON BUNDLES!

Posted on Wed 16 January 2013 in General News • Tagged with akai, Korg, microkorg xl, monotribe, monotron, mpc500, Novation, ultranova

Korg MonotronWe've currently got a selection of bundles that essentially allow you to grab a Monotron analogue synth for an uber-cheap price with you selected products. The Monotron is currently bundled with the Novation MiniNova, the Korg Monotribe, the Korg MicroKORG XL and the Akai MPC500. These bundles will only be …


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FUZZ PEDAL COMPARISON VIDEO

Posted on Mon 15 October 2012 in entries • Tagged with akai, big muff, Boss, effect pedal, electro harmonix, fuzz factory, fuzz pedal, fz-5, guitar pedal, z.vex

Z.Vex Fuzz FactoryIn this video Lee and Dan test out four of the most popular Fuzz pedals on the market - the Boss FZ-5, the Electro Harmonix Big Muff, the Akai Fuzz and the Z.Vex Fuzz Factory! Have a listen for yourself and find out which one you prefer!

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2012 PAR EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Posted on Wed 19 September 2012 in General News • Tagged with 2012 par excellence awards, a77x, adam, adam audio, akai, apollo, apollo duo, apollo quad, art, dbm50, dual tube pre, dynaudio, egg 150, eie pro, focal, par excellence awards, se munro, sm9, universal audio

Par ExcellencePro Audio Review (PAR) Magazine have opened the voting to find the best pro audio equipment of 2012! Online voting will remain open until Friday 16th November 2012, so get your votes in now!

For more information on any of the products in the list, give us a call or …


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AKAI SYNTHSTATION 49 NOW IN STOCK!

Posted on Fri 31 August 2012 in Computer Music • Tagged with akai, ipad, midi controller, midi keyboard, synthstation, synthstation 49

Akai SynthStation 49After a long wait, the Akai SynthStation 49 keyboard controller for the iPad, Mac or PC is now IN STOCK! It works seamlessly with Akai's SynthStation app, but it is also compatible with a host of other Core MIDI apps.

The keyboard features 49 velocity-sensitive keys, pitch and modulation wheels …


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FREE SONIVOX INSTRUMENTS WITH ALESIS & AKAI KEYBOARDS

Posted on Mon 11 June 2012 in Computer Music • Tagged with akai, alesis, controller keyboard, midi keyboard, mpk 25, mpk 49, mpk 61, mpk 88, q25, q49, q61, qx25, qx49, qx61, sonivox

Alesis MPK 49Customers purchasing an Alesis or Akai controller keyboard will now also receive a \$50 voucher to spend on Sonivox virtual instruments! Choose from a variety instruments, from the monstrous Aggro Electro Boom (for huge basses, drums, leads and pads), to the lush Hip-hop Strings instrument, and a lot more!

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DJ GEAR: SOFTWARE & CONTROLLERS

Posted on Wed 14 March 2012 in entries • Tagged with 4trak, ableton live, ableton live 8, akai, apc20, apc40, ddj-ergo-v, ddj-s1, ddj-t1, dicer, dj2go, idj live, idj pro, idj3, kontrol s2, Kontrol S4, kontrol x1, laptop dj, Launchpad, m-audio, mixtrack, mixtrack pro, n4, Native Instruments, Novation, ns6, numark, pioneer, serato, Traktor, traktor pro 2, twitch, virtualdj, x-session pro, zero sl mkii

Akai APC40 and Ableton BundleAlthough CDs are probably still the club DJs weapon of choice, more and more people are succumbing to the flexible temptations of software mixing. In fact, you will be hard pushed to find a club night where no DJs whatsoever mix off a laptop, and with this medium growing in …


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iOS SYNTH PRODUCTS & APPS

Posted on Tue 28 February 2012 in entries • Tagged with addictive synth, akai, animoog, fatar studiologic acuna 88, ims-20, ipad, iphone, ipod, ipod touch, korg ims-20, line 6 mobile keys, moog animoog, omni tr, omnisphere, synthstation 25, synthstation 49

iOS Synth

With the quality of synth apps improving all the time, the hardware has had to keep up! After all, what’s the point of having an awesome sounding synth app if you can’t use it in your professional productions?!

iOS Synth Products

Akai SynthStation 25

This compact …


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