Maschine MK3 is the latest update to Native Instruments’ hardware and software production platform. It’s got a sleek new look, bigger performance pads, a touch strip, and eight touch-sensitive knobs. The biggest new feature is the onboard audio interface: Maschine MK3 now has a pair of 1/4″ line out...
Elektron has followed up its recent Octatrack refresh with new versions of its Analog Four synth and Analog Rytm drum machine.
The new versions bring the hardware into line with the design of the Swedish hardware company’s new Digitakt drum machine, but each has a number of improvements under the hoo...
On 808 Day, Roland has introduced a Boutique-style clone of their classic 808 drum machine.
The Roland TR-08 Rhythm Composer is a Boutique-format version of the original. It uses analog circuit modeling to recreate the original’s sound and has a scaled-down version of 808’s interface.
The TR-08 of...
These are the MPC we’ve all been waiting for. Both models look to represent a return to form from Akai, thanks to their standalone operation.
We’re used to quite a dominant presence from the inMusic brands at NAMM, with their usual spot being at the front of Hall A. However, this time, Akai and its...
