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TouchOSC native Linux touch support arrives; demo on SteamDeck
Hexler has done it. Every single platform of this multi-touch MIDI and OSC control app now has native multi-touch support: Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and now Linux. And what better way to show it off than on a SteamDeck?
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Leak: Melbourne Instruments motorized MIDI controller?
Just when you need it most, here’s a fresh idea in hardware. Gearnews leaks new motorized MIDI controller hardware from Melbourne Instruments, the Delia and Nina synth maker.
Peter Kirn - January 17, 2025
Gear Music tech Tech
Tired of controller lock-in? Mixxx is a free DJ alternative; 2.4.2 out now
The free/FLOSS DJ tool Mixxx has quietly evolved into a powerful software DJ tool that rivals commercial alternatives. And it’s open to whatever hardware controller you want, thanks to developer and community support. The just-released 2.4.2 for Linux, macOS, and Windows builds on that with new and updated controller compatibility.
Peter Kirn - November 27, 2024
DJ Music tech Software Tech
More Max for Live control for Push 3 standalone: OktoPush is born
Peter Kirn - November 17, 2023
Music tech Software Tech
Dart, a line of open source MIDI and DMX controllers, in wonderfully wacky variations
Peter Kirn - April 6, 2022
DIY + Unusual Gear Motion Music tech Tech
Laurie Anderson, in video, on the stories behind her custom-built instruments
Peter Kirn - September 27, 2021
DIY + Unusual Motion Music Music tech Tech
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