The Akai MPC range of stand-alone MIDI sequencers and samplers has been instrumental in shaping hip-hop music, and its robust instruments have also made significant inroads into various electronic music genres, especially within live performance...
The Rise of a Hip-Hop Legend: The E-mu SP-1200 Story In August 1987, E-mu Systems released a machine that would help define the sound of hip-hop's golden age - the SP-1200 sampling drum machine. Created by Dave Rossum, this unassuming piece of equipment...
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...
The Ultranova represents Novation's return to their synthesizer roots, combining classic features with modern functionality. This virtual analogue keyboard synthesizer features advanced oscillators, dual filters, effects, and an innovative "Touch...
