296 Results for "sampler"

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.

Polyend Tracker Mini Firmware 2.0 is a Monster Update!

Now in version 2, the Polyend Tracker Mini Firmware gives the handheld beat station a wide range of new creative features and enhancements.

Elektron Digitakt II Drum Stereo Sampler Update 1.02 – Review

In our Elektron Digitakt II review, we check out what's new, what's great and what isn't great yet with the stereo sampler. And there's a new update available!

Samplers with Analog Filters: Get the Best of 2 Worlds

Pairing digital samples with analog filters can yield some creamy and delicious results. Here are the top samplers with analog filters.

Synth Deals: AKAI MPC Live II, Roland, Arturia

This week’s edition of Synth Deals features the AKAI MPC Live II, the Roland SP-404 MKII sampler, and the Arturia KeyStep Pro Chroma. Save up to 15%!

Standalone Beat Makers: 5 Best Groove Machines

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.

How To Use A Drum Machine: 4 Beatmaking Basics

Beatmaking plug-ins and hardware drum machines can be tricky the first time around. We look at how to use a drum machine in your studio.

Basic Beatmaking: Sampling for Beginners

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 Arturia, Novation Summit, and 1010music

Save up to 22 percent with these deals on Novation Summit, Arturia Minifreak, and 1010music blackbox. We've got all the details.

The Best Synth for You Based on Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type

Unsure what the best synth is for you? Use psychology to help you pick the perfect one.

Polyend Tracker+: Synths, Drum Machine and Stereo Samples

Four synth engines, drum synthesis, stereo samples, a beefed up sequencer and USB audio get the Polyend Tracker+ right on track.

Chompi Club Vs Chase Bliss Treasure Island Limited Edition + New Firmware

Fun, sea-themed graphics highlight Chompi/Chase Bliss collaboration, comes with firmware for routing through external effects.

Torso Electronics S-4 Sculpting Sampler Now Available!

Four-track cassette workflow with sampling, granular processing, live looping and effects in a device from Torso Electronics? Oh yes please.

SONICWARE Lofi-12 XT Groovebox Sampler – Available Now!

SONICWARE continue their exploration of Lo-Fi sampling with the Lofi-12 XT, a portable, hand-held groovebox sampler with some cool twists.

Hybrid DJ: The Best Gear For Electronic Music

The hybrid DJ blurs the lines between spinning and live performance. These drum machines, effects and controllers can help take your rig to new heights of creativity.

Ami Sampler, ATONE, Solinoid: Free Plugins of the Week

Ami Sampler is a free 8-bit retro sampler plugin inspired by the Commodore Amiga home computer! Check out the free plugins of the week here.

KORG KAOSS Replay v2.0: Big Update With New Features

KORG KAOSS Replay brings its motion control expression technology to a standalone performance and creation tool for musicians and DJs alike.

Isla Instruments S2400 Review: New DSP Card Upgrade Adds Onboard VST Effects

A new DSP card upgrade for the Isla Instruments S2400 sampler adds the ability to run your favorite effect plugins. Read our full S2400 review here.

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.

Meteaure Polaris: A Beatmaking Mobile App for Android Users

Made for Android Tablets and Smartphones, Meteaure Polaris is a versatile music-making app with synthesis and sample-based sound engines.

Happy 404 Day! A look back at the origins of the Roland SP-404

To celebrate 404 Day, we're looking back at how the story of the Roland SP-404 began and its slow and steady evolution over the years.

Roland SP-404 MKII v4.04: Huge Firmware Update for 404 Day!

Just in time for 404 Day, Roland releases the biggest update for the SP-404 MKII to date! Version 4.04 adds loads of useful new features like Loop Capture, Multipad Export, and more.

Sequential Prophet X Discontinued – X no longer marks the spot

It’s a sad day as Sequential announces the end of the Prophet X: “We'll be waving goodbye to new Prophet X units.”

Synth Deals from Korg, Elektron and Intellijel Designs

Synth Deals: Save on the mighty Korg modwave MKII wavetable synth, the semi-modular Intellijel Cascadia, and the Elektron Octatrack MKII performance sampler!