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    CME Xkey37

    Compact Keyboard

    I tested CME’s first Xkey 25-note compact keyboard for our March 2014 issue. Now they've added an extra octave and released the Xkey37.

    Reviews Aug 2015
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    IK Multimedia iRig Pads

    MIDI Controller

    IK Multimedia’s iRig Pads brings portable control to your computer or iOS device.

    Reviews Jul 2015
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    Faderfox SC4

    MIDI Controller & Step Sequencer

    The Faderfox SC4 combines a capable MIDI controller with a step sequencer in one compact box.

    Reviews Jun 2015
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    Akai APC40 MkII

    MIDI Controller For Ableton Live

    A reboot of the first dedicated Ableton Live controller brings with it many welcome improvements.

    Reviews Apr 2015
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    Livid Instruments Guitar Wing

    Wireless MIDI Control Surface

    Livid Instruments’ Guitar Wing might not get your Telecaster airborne, but it could be its perfect MIDI controller partner.

    Reviews Apr 2015
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    NI Komplete Kontrol S49

    Controller Keyboard

    NI turn their hybrid expertise to keyboard design with an innovative controller for Komplete and Maschine.

    Reviews Jan 2015
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    Skoogmusic Skoog

    Control Surface

    What applications could this unusual control surface have for the studio or stage musician?

    Reviews Nov 2014
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    M-Audio Trigger Finger Pro

    MIDI Controller & Step Sequencer

    Can M-Audio's ambitious pad controller offer something new in the era of hybrid beat workstations?

    Reviews Aug 2014
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    Korg Taktile 25 & 49

    MIDI Controller Keyboards

    As their name implies, Korg's new MIDI keyboards are all about hands‑on control.

    Reviews Jul 2014
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    Livid Instruments Base

    Control Surface

    Livid's latest control surface is of typically high‑quality and designed to be the perfect partner for Ableton Live.

    Reviews Jul 2014
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    Softube Console 1

    Software Mixing Environment & Hardware Controller

    Softube are out to make DAW mixing more like using a large-format console. Can Console 1 liberate us from mouse and keyboard?

    Reviews Jun 2014
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    Nektar Panorama P1

    USB MIDI Control Surface

    Nektar's Panorama P1 is a control surface with a lot going for it — especially if you use Cubase or Reason.

    Reviews Mar 2014
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    Novation Launch Control, Launchpad Mini & Launchkey Mini

    MIDI Controllers

    Novation expand their controller range as they serve up a three-course Launch. We check out what's on the menu.

    Reviews Jan 2014
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    Numark Orbit

    Wireless MIDI Controller

    Numark's Orbit is aimed at DJs, but it also has plenty of potential as an unusual controller for the studio.

    Reviews Dec 2013
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    High-End DAW Controllers

    Spotlight

    What does the current crop of premium control surfaces have to offer? Read our round-up to find out.

    Reviews Nov 2013
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    Novation Launchkey

    Controller Keyboard

    Novation's new controller keyboard has bright lights, friendly buttons and a newt-like orange underbelly. Splendid.

    Reviews Oct 2013
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    Arturia SparkLE

    Drum Machine

    Arturia have pared down their hybrid drum controller. It's cheaper and more compact — but does the Spark spirit remain?

    Reviews Aug 2013
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    Novation Launchpad S.

    Novation Launchpad S

    Control Surface

    The new Launchpad is brighter, faster and more powerful than the original, but costs the same. What’s not to like?

    Reviews Jul 2013
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    Akai Max 49 controller keyboard.

    Akai Max49

    USB Controller Keyboard

    At first glance, the Max49 seems much like other controller keyboards, but it’s got a surprise up its sleeve...

    Reviews Jul 2013
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    Akai MPC Studio MkI

    Sampling Workstation

    Akai’s slimline follow-up to their Renaissance hybrid MPC aims to claim some territory from a certain competing machine...

    Reviews Jun 2013
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    Slate Digital Raven multi-touch controller.

    Slate Raven MTX

    Multi-touch DAW Controller

    Few product launches have attracted as much attention as Slate’s touchscreen controller. Is the Raven the future of DAW control — or an oversized iPad?

    Reviews May 2013

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