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BX8 D3, Top-of-the-line Studio Monitor

The BX8 D3 is M-Audio’s top-of-the-line studio monitor. This line of monitors finds clarity, precision, and confidence when producing sound and music. These 8-inches powered studio reference monitors are the return of a studio icon, but with better enhancements and overall performance. In this case, the heart and soul of monitor speakers are its drivers.…
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RTM10: the New Studio Monitor in Town

There is a new monitor in town: Mesanovic has released their first set of studio monitors, the RTM10! We in Music Production Knowledge think they are pretty interesting. These are Mesanovic’s approach to pro-grade studio monitors and they look fantastic. Characteristics of the RTM10 To begin with, they are 3-way active DSP studio monitors that…
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Audient iD44

The iD44 gives you the pro sound you, as a musician, deserve. Firstly, it is a 20 in and 24 out professional audio interface developed and designed by Audient. Secondly, this is the most powerful interface of the line to date. Thirdly, Audient iD44 delivers pro audio performance for your home or pro studio. It…
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KRK Rokit 8 G4

The KRK Rokit 8 G4 pro studio monitors accomplish the quality and performance expected of KRK. KRK studio monitors have tested and proven their power and performance for years. This is why producers and sound engineers around the world trust them. The Rokit 8 G4 series bi-amp now has matching Kevlar drivers, ensuring sonic goodness.…
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Alesis M1 Active MK3

For a high quality listening, mixing, or creating experience, the M1 Active MK3 studio monitors from Alesis are an excellent choice. These studio monitors have a legendary pedigree that spans decades of innovation in design and technology. The fidelity of the M1’s is astonishing. They are professional-grade, active monitor speakers that use a newly developed…
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Akai LPD8

The Akai LPD8 is a USB-powered, 13-inch laptop pad controller. The LPD8 also has MIDI USB capabilities, making it a highly versatile controller. This way, it gives you the ability to quickly set up your music production studio anywhere. Thanks to its size and weight, it is very portable and fits easily into your laptop…
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Akai MPD226

The Akai MPD226 is a feature-packed pad controller designed and made by Akai Professional division. The MPD2 Series has been in development for over 6 years and it shows. The end result provides the creative musical expression and workflow that is expected from a full-on pro pad controller. The MPD226 is a MIDI over USB…
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MPX16

The Akai MPX16 is a sampler player composed of 16 backlit-velocity and pressure-sensitive pads that lets performers use sounds and samples stored on SD or SDHC cards. You can insert an SD card and assign all of its contents to any of the pads the MPX16 has. Its design lets you use it at your…
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Alesis VI61

The Alesis VI61 is an advanced 61-key keyboard controller with USB and MIDI capabilities. It gives you complete hands-on control of your music production workflow and live performance. Thanks to its set of features, the VI61 is a great option to enhance you production creativity and performance. The Alesis VI61 has everything you need The…
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Moog Subharmonicon

The Moog family of synthesizers is one of the most renowned and emblematic, and the Moog Subharmonicon is another great addition to Moog’s catalogue of semi-modular synthesizers. The Moog Subharmonicon carries a 6 tone sound engine with a multilayered clock generator. Combined, they will let you explore the vast world of subharmonics, polyrhythms and everything…
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