Osmose 2.0 makes this expressive MPE instrument more navigable, powerful

Expressive E’s 2.0 firmware has arrived for their flagship Osmose expressive keyboard. With better external MIDI support and improved preset management and navigation, this significant release addresses some of what users most wanted.

Arturia KeyLab mk3: premium keyboard controller with aftertouch, display

Arturia’s entry for the keyboard controller season emphasizes “premium.” Think “pro-grade” keybed, aftertouch, and a color display to go with software integration features. Oh, and some wood paneling.

Peter Kirn - August 29, 2024

Novation Launchkey MK4 range, hands-on: perfect DAW companions?

Novation’s MK4 Launchkeys keyboard line is here. Available in an array of options, from mini keys to piano keys, they all have one thing in common. Imagine a bite-sized version of some of the favorite control and jamming features of tools like Ableton Push — in a keyboard.

Peter Kirn - August 29, 2024

Moog is back: Moog Muse is the 8-voice love child of modular and Voyager

Peter Kirn - July 31, 2024

Geert Bevin, MPE innovator, tours Osmose keyboard and expression

Peter Kirn - June 18, 2024

Review: Arturia AstroLab, the stage keyboard with Arturia instruments

Benjamin Weiss - June 17, 2024

MiniBrute V, a modeled software rendition of Arturia’s baby wonder

Peter Kirn - May 21, 2024

Arturia PolyBrute 12: 3-mode poly aftertouch expression, 12 voices

Peter Kirn - May 14, 2024

Sudan, with millions at risk: music and listening after one year of war

Peter Kirn - April 15, 2024

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