49 Results for "MPC"
AKAI MPC 3: Amazing Update for the MPC Now Officially Available!
22 Jan in Synths
Surprise: AKAI MPC 3 takes the most popular MPC models to the next level. The latest update is now officially available!
AKAI Professional and Native Instruments Announce Collaboration
22 Jan in Synths
AKAI Professional and Native Instruments have announced their collaboration. MPC users will have access to exclusive content. And the MPK gets an upgrade, too!
Best Samplers, Grooveboxes and Drum Machines of 2024: Our Top 6
13 Dec 2024 in Synths
Which new samplers and groove machines stood out from the rest in 2024? Here are the best samplers, grooveboxes, and drum machines of the year.
How to Get that Old-school Sampler Sound
Ever wondered how to get the old-school sampler sound? Punchy lo-fi drums and underwater pad sounds can give your music a retro feel.
The Best Grooveboxes for Beat Creation and Live Performance
Looking to stay creative while traveling, or simply to step outside your DAW? We check out the best grooveboxes for crafting beats.
Software Deals: MPC Expansions, Output, Flux, Pulsar Audio & more
In this week’s edition of Software Deals, stock up on AKAI MPC Expansions for an amazing price! Other bargains are coming your way from Flux, Output, Pulsar Audio, and Expressive E.
AKAI MPC Stems: Now for Standalone MPCs!
AKAI MPC Stems is finally available for standalone MPCs! The new feature separates samples into up to four stems.
5 of the Best Samplers for Music Production and Live Performance
We discuss the key aspects of samplers and look at some of the best samplers for both creating music and incorporating into your live setup.
Standalone Beat Makers: 5 Best Groove Machines
14 Jun 2024 in Synths
Got itchy fingers? Come down with a bad case of sampleritis? We have the cure for what ails you: the best standalone beat makers - for a variety of budgets.
Software Deals from Universal Audio, Rob Papen, Native Instruments and AKAI!
The Universal Audio Spirit of ’76 Sale is their biggest sale of the year with discounts of up to 85%! Check out these awesome software deals.
Basic Beatmaking: Sampling for Beginners
29 May 2024 in Studio
We're looking at sampling for beginners and discussing ways to use samples in your music production workflow with your current setup.
Synth Deals from AKAI, Novation and Yamaha
Get the brand-new AKAI MPC Key 37 for a great price! Check out this week's Synth Deals with offers from AKAI, Novation, and Yamaha.
Software Deals from Zynaptiq, AKAI, BFD, Output & United Plugins
Zynaptiq Orange Vocoder, BFD 3, AKAI MPC 2, Output software instruments, and United Plugins: Check out the software deals of the week!
Synth Deals from Teenage Engineering, Yamaha, AKAI, and KORG
This week's Synth Deals selection is a particularly exciting range of creative instruments for music production and live performance.
AKAI MPC Key 37: It’s official – and available now!
06 Feb 2024 in Synths
The AKAI MPC Key 37 is finally here! After several leaks, AKAI Professional announced the bright-red MPC Key 37 today. And it's available now!
Is AKAI Professional about to unveil the MPC Live III at NAMM?
Is the AKAI MPC Live III about to be released at NAMM 2024? A banner on the manufacturer's website hints at a new MPC that we haven't seen before.
Mega Deal: Save 25% on the AKAI MPC Key 61 Workstation!
The AKAI MPC Key 61 is now on sale at Thomann for just $1085! Add this powerful workstation to your studio for less than ever before!
Synth Deals from Roland, Waldorf, and AKAI Professional
In this week's edition of Synth Deals, we've got a selection of modules, digital synths, and grooveboxes for music performance and creation.
Become an Organ Donor: How To Sound Like DJ Shadow
We explore the musical journey of self proclaimed Hip-Hop purist, DJ Shadow, and some of the instruments that shaped his production style.
The Notting Hill Kid: How To Sound Like Mark Ronson
07 Oct 2023 in Studio
We find out more about the creative process and studio gear choices of award-winning producer, songwriter, and composer Mark Ronson.
Straight Outta Compton: How To Sound Like Dr. Dre
DJ, music producer, and headphones brand pioneer Dr. Dre has blazed a trail of consistent innovation within the entertainment industry.
Playing the Villain: How to Sound like MF Doom
MF Doom was mystical figure from the backpack era of Hip-Hop. We find out more about his process and some of the gear that inspired it.