Category: Hardware

Music Production Knowledge

Theremin

A theremin is an electronic musical instrument that the performer can control without the need of touching it. Its name comes from its creator Leon Theremin, the man who patented it back in 1928. This is a very curious instrument that consists of two metal antennas that can sense your hand’s relative position. As a…
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Moog Matriarch

Moog Music Inc is a manufacturer of electronic musical instruments whose foundation dates back to 1953 in Asheville, North Carolina, in the United States. It is famous for designing the world’s first commercial synthesizer in the 70s and possessing unique sounds. But, in particular, the Moog Matriarch is a patchable four-note paraphonic analogue synthesizer with…
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nanoKONTROL Studio

Korg‘s nanoKontrol Studio is a MIDI controller, compact yet powerful, that you can easily set up on your computer. In other words, it’s a a versatile, on-the-move, piece of equipment. You can connect it, via USB or Smart Bluetooth, to your iPad or iPhone and its music apps. Similarly, you can connect it to your…
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Music Production Knowledge

nanoKEY Studio

Korg‘s nanoKEY Studio is a mobile-friendly MIDI keyboard you can connect via USB or wirelessly to your PC, Mac, smartphone, or tablet. It’s a compact but powerful studio that provides a keyboard, trigger pads, knobs, and a square touchpad. This touchpad in particular makes everything even more interesting. Moreover, it lets you express your inspiration…
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microKEY Air

Korg‘s microKEY Air is a Bluetooth MIDI Keyboard and controller available in 25 / 37 / 49 / 61 configurations. With it, you can connect wirelessly to an iPad, iPhone, Mac, or Windows. And you do so with its Bluetooth smart low energy MIDI connectivity. Similarly, you can connect it to music apps. For example,…
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FaderPort 16 by PreSonus

The FaderPort 16 is an advanced 16 channel mix production controller by PreSonus. With this great mixing controller, you’ll be able to revise your mixing method. It really does add something special to your mixing workflow! Side by side with your faithful mouse and keyboard, this controller will improve how you currently mix. Plus, you’ll…
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ATOM by PreSonus

One of the most versatile and powerful pad controllers out there is ATOM by PreSonus. Its USB bus-powered platform gives you the ability to take it anywhere. And not only that, but you take it anywhere with minimal effort. In addition, it enables you to produce right out of your backpack with your laptop. Moreover,…
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FaderPort 8 by PreSonus

The FaderPort 8 is a robust and comprehensive eight channel mix production controller by PreSonus. It has precise control over a mix and several automation functions to enhance your music production to another level. In addition, it contains eight touch-sensitive motorized faders paired with 65 buttons that cover over 70 functions. For example, there are…
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Axiom AIR Mini 32 by M-Audio

Take control with the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 and instantly map the control surface with your favourite DAW. You can also set up right from the keyboard; in other words, it’s not necessary to edit your software. On top of that, you can save your favorite presets onto the 10 location memory to recall…
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M-Audio Keystation Mini 32

From music production, to sequencing, to playing virtual instruments, the M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 is a simple yet powerful MIDI controller whose design has performance in mind. Its 32 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys and controls come very handily in a range of playable notes and comprehensive expression capabilities. For instance, you can create dynamic performances using…
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