The Akai MPC Renaissance represents an attempt to bridge the gap between traditional hardware-based music production and modern computer-based workflows. This sampling workstation combines the tactile, hands-on approach that made MPCs famous with the...
The Boss/Roland SP-404 sampler series has maintained a devoted following for over 20 years, particularly among live performers, DJs, and hip-hop producers. Recently, its popularity has surged in the Lo-Fi beats scene, prompting Roland to release an...
Korg Electribe MX: A Comprehensive GuideHistorical Context Released in 2003, the Korg ElecTribe MX (EMX-1) represented a significant evolution in the ElecTribe series, introducing substantial improvements in both interface design and sound quality. The...
The ELECTRIBE SX (ESX-1), released in 2003 alongside the EMX-1, represents a significant evolution in the ElecTribe family and is considered one of the best samplers of its kind. Housed in a sturdy metal chassis, it features a larger back-lit LCD display...
Long before the legendary TR-808 and 909 the company released (in 1978) an instrument which impresses with something different. It is called CR-68 CompuRhythm. The drum machine offers 14 types of drums, played right when you click on one of the patterns,...