Behringer releases a TB-303 clone called the TD-3
The analog bass line synthesizer isn’t an official clone of the 303 but there are plenty of similarities and it costs just $150.
Category: Technology
MiniDiscs + their modern-day resurgence
Between Radiohead being held to ransom and vaporwave releases, the MiniDisc isn’t strictly dead. I’ve owned a lot of hardware in my time but one model that always alluded me was a MiniDisc player. My cousin had one in the early 2000s and it was the coolest thing. This was before the days of MP3 …
The Akai MPC (1988-Present)
Akai’s iconic sampler has been around for over 30 years with fruitful timeline. Think of a producer, any producer. They’ve used an Akai MPC at some point or at the very least they’ve wished they had one. Much like the Fairlight and Mellotron before them, the Akai MPC has been a hardware staple in music …
Expensive Gear Won't Improve Your Music says Simon the Magpie
The Swedish music man makes some jams using a $20 cat keyboard, proving you don’t need expensive equipment to make music.
Roland Announces The SP-404A
Go from X to A with the new Roland SP-404A sampler.
How To Master Your Music In 2 Reddit Guides
Reddit user uploads two awesome guides on mastering.
Discover New Music With Gnoosic
Stuck on finding new music? Maybe Gnoosic can help.
Need Some Sample Inspiration? Get An Internet Radio
Finding yourself stuck in a sampling rut is hell. An internet radio might be your way out.
The Akai MPC Touch
Akai release their latest sampler, the MPC Touch. MIDI controllers, drum machines and samplers (most combine the technology of all three) are constantly evolving and now Akai have upped the ante with the MPC Touch. The Japanese company have implemented a 7″ multi-touchscreen to their “music production center”, adding the capability to drag and chop …
TECHNOLOGY: SoundPlant 42 Lets You Trigger Samples With Your Keyboard
Assign up to 72 samples to your QWERTY keyboard thanks to SoundPlant 42, a standalone program by Marcel Blum. I’ve been wanting a program like this for quite some time. SoundPlant 42, as designed by developer Marcel Blum, is a new version of his original software and while the basic functionality isn’t unique, it does …