The Akai MPC 4000 emerged in an interesting time for music production. By 2002, Akai's MPC line had already established itself as a studio cornerstone for nearly 15 years. The journey began in 1988, a year that saw Roger Linn and Akai join forces to...
The Akai CD3000 is a specialized sampling device that combines the functionality of a high-quality sampler with an integrated CD-ROM/CD player. Unlike traditional samplers, it lacks analog or digital sampling inputs - instead, it's designed to sample...
The Roland MV-8000 is a digital production studio and sampler released in 2003. It is a powerful all-in-one production studio, combining a sampler, sequencer, effects, and a mixer in one unit. It is capable of recording and sequencing audio and MIDI...
The Roland MV-8800 (launched in 2007) is a digital production studio and sampler. It represents a significant evolution from its predecessor, the MV-8000, which has been a cornerstone for top hip-hop and R&B producers since 2003. It is a powerful...
Gaia SH-01, although it uses the legendary Roland abbreviation SH, nevertheless has nothing in common with the famous analog synthesizers of the 80's, although it emulates their sounds quite well. It is a compact synthesizer sporting mixed architecture...