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Yep, Akai has a honkin’ huge new flagship MPC XL — gallery
It leaked, you saw it — it’s real, it’s huge. In addition to its recent MPC Live III, Akai has a big mama standalone called the MPC XL with more dedicated controls and a big 10.1” display — but mostly the same innards. Let’s explain.
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West Coast dreaming: improvising with GForce MAP
GForce’s MAP was up against some tough competition in October, but don’t sleep on this one. Or, alternatively, do let its dulcet West Coast sounds lull you to sleep.
Peter Kirn - October 31, 2025
Music Music tech Software Tech
Ableton Move guide: tips, tricks, questions answered, hacks
Move, the all-new compact all-in-one hardware platform from Ableton, got your attention – whether you loved it, hated it, or just weren’t sure. So here’s still more detail on Move: what it can do, what it can’t, how it compares, and some tips and hacks for getting more out of it even at v1.1.
Peter Kirn - October 18, 2024
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Roland P-6 pocket sampler with FX, granular engine: here’s what to know
Peter Kirn - September 12, 2024
Gear Music tech Tech
Novation Launchkey MK4 range, hands-on: perfect DAW companions?
Peter Kirn - August 29, 2024
Gear Music tech Reviews Tech
New MPC One+ standalone: wireless and more storage, $699 – and runs AIR’s new Juno plugin
Peter Kirn - May 30, 2023
Gear Music tech Tech
Novation Circuit Tracks update follows Circuit Rhythm – here’s what to know
Peter Kirn - December 23, 2022
Gear Music tech Tech
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