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This Video Demonstrates How Akai’s New Keyboard Controls Everything
It’s a horse race. Two keyboards – one from Native Instruments, one from AKAI – really want to be the interface between you and every plug-in you own. And we’re getting closer to find out if either deserves your attention. You’ve heard this story before. Sure, you have powerful software on your computer screen. But […]
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Novation’s New MIDI Keyboards: Automap, Aftertouch, Ableton Pads
Novation has unveiled their newest product, a line of USB MIDI keyboards called Impulse. Shipping in September, they’ll run street/dealer prices of US$249.99 for the 25-key, $349.99 for 49 keys, and $399.99 for 61 keys. This pits Novation squarely against some similar MIDI keyboards, including the M-Audio Axiom to which I gave the nod in […]
Faderfox LV3, Compact Boutique Controller, to be Ableton Live 8-Savvy
While Ableton’s logo is stamped on Novation’s Launchpad and Akai’s APC, there’s a lot to be said for the tried and trusted Faderfox as a controller for Live. The work of one man – German designer Mathias – these controllers run a bit pricier than some of their rivals but deliver great-feeling controls and ultra-compact […]
Visual Control Done Right: Ohm64 Automaps to GrandVJ
Peter Kirn - May 14, 2010
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First Hands-on: Novation’s New $199 Launchpad Grid Controller for Ableton Live
Peter Kirn - October 1, 2009
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