For its eighth version, Studio One from PreSonus becomes Studio Pro from Fender. It remains to be seen how this major marketing shift translates into functionality...
The first KeyStep had everyone in agreement. A small controller keyboard combined with a simple but effective arpeggiator/sequencer, and armed to dialogue with a modular. So, what's this mk2 version worth?
The MPK Mini IV modernizes Akai's popular series of mini MIDI controllers. With its enhanced keyboard, real pitch and mod wheels, enriched arpeggiator and complete software bundle, it’s a compact, versatile and inspiring controller.
Less than a year after Pigments 6, Arturia is back with a new version of its multifaceted software synth. With fewer new features than introduced in previous updates, will Pigments 7 bring new colors to your productions?
The Wave is positioned as a faithful imitation of the PPG Wave 2.2 and 2.3 from the early 80s, at a very attractive price. While it copies their color codes and overall presentation, has it managed to retain their distinctive sound while improving on the uninviting ergonomics of the originals?
It's the archetype of virtual synths. More than 25 years after the first version and more than 16 years after the debut of version 5, Absynth finally returns with version 6. All the while, the competition has been busy. Does Absynth still have a place in a market that's more saturated than ever?
Roland drum machines have benefitted generations of musicians and producers. After years dominated by all-digital models, the TR-1000 marks a return to analog and has sent the small world of electronic music into a tizzy.
Following the 61- and 88-key versions, Arturia now offers a 37-key version of its AstroLab performance keyboard. More compact, but just as smart, this new model promises to retain the strengths and philosophy of its predecessors in a format designed for the stage and on-the-go creation.
Not a year goes by without a new version of Cubase, and it's only logical that v15 of Steinberg's flagship software should arrive. A beacon to light our night?
After the Montage M series was released at the end of 2023 through selected distributors, here comes a very affordable variation of Yamaha's big synth/workstation. Has the new MODX M retained most of its big brother's strengths?
