The world of drum machines, just like the world of analog synths, is considerably more fun now than it was a few short years ago. Then, your choices were slim—hard-to-find vintage gear, high-end offerings from Elektron or Dave Smith, or a slew of 90s drum machines that always left you Read more...
Despite the fact that Korg already has two drum machines in their volca series (the Beats and the Kick), the announcement of the new volca Drum was met with considerable applause. Perhaps this is because thus far, the volca Drum bears the closest lineage to the much-loved Korg Electribe ER-1, Read more...
With a history of deep and versatile machines like the Monomachine and Machinedrum, Swedish instrument maker Elektron has upheld a reputation of providing musicians with premium sonics at a premium price.
Most of the company’s offerings—like the well-loved Octatrack or the sturdy Analog Rytm—carry price tags starting at over $1k. Read more...
A few years ago, Roland released the AIRA series of virtual analog synths in to the marketplace.
The TR-8, a drum machine which featured sounds from the classic 808 and 909 Rhythm Composers, was well-received in the music making community.
Over the four years since its release however, users have Read more...
ROLI’s Songmaker Kit now available at retailers worldwide.
Songmaker Kit is a portable music studio that enables you to create music anywhere, and after a limited release on ROLI’s online store, it is now available from retailers everywhere.
Songmaker Kit combines the Seaboard Block, Lightpad Block M, and the Loop Read more...
