MGR/Adam « M-Audio Oxygen 8 »
Published on 09/13/04 at 15:00I bought my M-Audio Oxygen 8 from MidiWarehouse.com. I paid 137.00 for the unit- a great deal for all its capabilities
All the controls sync well with my software, Reason 2.5. I am most pleased by its portability- I have taken it on gigs in place of keyboards and used the computer to generate the synth- along with piano from an acoustic grand. It is easy to write into Reason 2.5, use it for temporary play, or generate the most awesome effects on synth sounds. I also like that it does not need an alternate power source- only the USB port.
I don't have many complaints, but the size of the board does limit its operating to 1 and 1/2 octaves. There is a button to depress for octave change. It is convienent, but sometimes I prefer having a little more space on the board.
The construction is top notch and it looks sleek and high-tech. The "Oxygen Tank" that I purchased with mine holds the module tightly and securely.
This is the perfect device for use with Reason 2.5 or any other music station software. Its simplicity makes it a breeze to control and create the music one desires. Its size is great for portability and the USB power enables you to work anywhere.
This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com
All the controls sync well with my software, Reason 2.5. I am most pleased by its portability- I have taken it on gigs in place of keyboards and used the computer to generate the synth- along with piano from an acoustic grand. It is easy to write into Reason 2.5, use it for temporary play, or generate the most awesome effects on synth sounds. I also like that it does not need an alternate power source- only the USB port.
I don't have many complaints, but the size of the board does limit its operating to 1 and 1/2 octaves. There is a button to depress for octave change. It is convienent, but sometimes I prefer having a little more space on the board.
The construction is top notch and it looks sleek and high-tech. The "Oxygen Tank" that I purchased with mine holds the module tightly and securely.
This is the perfect device for use with Reason 2.5 or any other music station software. Its simplicity makes it a breeze to control and create the music one desires. Its size is great for portability and the USB power enables you to work anywhere.
This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com