Watch what Herbie Hancock had to say about technology in 1984

It’s time to dig into the archives. I’d seen this before, but it hits differently now. Herbie Hancock jams out in the studio with Quincy Jones in a 1984 film. It’s notable for what Herbie says with his music, with his approach to the machines, and with how he thinks about humans.

Rhodes V-Pan, free through January, offers versatile, musical panning

Rhodes – yeah, that Rhodes – is giving away the V-Pan panning plug-in they’ve just introduced. The hardware-style panning borrowed from Rhodes’ Vari-Pan circuitry is worth adding to your arsenal as a versatile auto-panner. Week of Free continues…

Peter Kirn - December 26, 2023

MycroG’s tiny 3D printed versions of keyboards and organs, stunningly realistic

Ever wished you had a tiny version of your favorite keyboard / organ so accurate that it would look at home next to the full-sized version of your favorite keyboard / organ? Well, apparently someone had that thought.

Peter Kirn - April 19, 2023

Dave Smith Goes Modular, with a $179 Curtis Filter Module

- August 29, 2014

Exquisite Music Video Paints Sound, Rhodes, Moog in Light Paint

Peter Kirn - October 2, 2009

Goodies from Devine: Modeled Electric Piano, One Shot Recorder, Reincarnated Krishna

- March 24, 2009

NAMM Gallery: The Real Rhodes is Back, in All its Retro Glory

CDM Staff - January 19, 2007