Forget the horror stories and doomsayers who want AI to disappear; artificial intelligence is surely being used at its best when it assists and enables people to do far more than they could otherwise do on their own. In December, Yamaha hosted a special piano concert in Suntory Hall, Tokyo, […]
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Dexibell has added a “grand up-right” digital piano to its VIVO H10 range, which includes the VIVO H10 Console and Mini Grand instruments, with all the same features but in an alternative aesthetic and for those with different space requirements. Overview • A powerful Quad-Core Cortex processor with 4GB of […]
Akai has made its much-hyped instrument, the MPC Key 37, official. It’s a powerful standalone MPC desktop synth with onboard sampling, plugin instruments, insert effect, Splice integration, and more. Sporting three octaves of full-size keys, it’s big enough to be able to handle a lot of creation tasks, including two-hand […]
Weekdays from Monday 29th January until Friday 23rd February, and also released weekly online, BBC Radio 2’s Piano Room returns with a host of famous artists performing on and with the piano front and centre in the iconic Maida Vale studios in London, with accompaniment from the BBC Concert Orchestra. […]
Sadly, not being in attendance at this year’s NAMM show, we weren’t able to see some of the gear which seemed to fly under the radar of press releases or other announcements and instead had teaser releases on social media. One such was that of Embodme showing off a pre-funding […]
KORG has announced a trio of modular versions of popular synths in its range, namely the modwave module, opsix module and wavestate module. All available as 19-inch desktop/rackmount modules, they have the same functionality as their keyboard equivalents but for a new audience who want the experience in a different […]
KORG has announced the launch of its opsix mk II altered FM synthesiser, based on the sound engine of the original opsix, and expanding the number of simultaneous voices and voicings to 64. Features This launch follows on from the opsix SE launched last summer. Availability and pricing to be […]
KORG has announced a new version of its KingKORG virtual analog synth, in a 37-key model, complete with new sounds, vocoder and refreshed look. The KingKORG NEO combines a classic analog-like synth layout with swift, intuitive editing, for an unmatched level of depth and flexibility. The XMT (eXpanded Modelling Technology) […]
KORG has announced the launch of its flagship stage piano, completely redesigned with seven inspiring sound engines, 700 preloaded sounds, user-friendly interface, and sleek aesthetic design. A powerhouse of synthesis methods, it comes with SGX-2 (Acoustic Piano Sound Engine), EP-1 (Electric Piano Sound Engine), AL-1 (Analog Modeling Sound Engine), CX-3 […]
JoeCo has announced the launch of its Band-Mate 24-channel backing track player for performing musicians who don’t want to be tethered to a laptop, with potential crashes and slowdowns right when you don’t need it. Touting it as “the most reliable member of your band” it is said to make […]
It has been confirmed, with a single picture at least, that a new Wurlitzer branded electric piano is coming soon. That’s it. All the information we have for now, except for a stylised picture of a keyboard instrument adorning the Wurlitzer Pianos website, and the solitary word “SOON”. We know […]
Probably most of the time we try to avoid feedback (particularly if wearing headphones) but synth experimenter Simon the Magpie has created his own Feedback Organ based on months of playing with deliberate audio feedback. His 3D printed case features two sets of holes. On one side they cover a […]
Donner Music has shown off its latest digital piano, the DDP-80 Pro which features a stylish wood exterior, a slidable drawer which contains the 88-note keyboard itself, and a three pedal board. The company describes it as “a modern, home-style digital piano. Blending seamlessly into living spaces as both a […]
Yamaha has announced that an ESP (Expanded Softsynth Plugin) replicating its latest Montage M synth is now available, initially as a “Quick Edit” version but expanding into a full version to add full editing, enhanced connectivity and more. The plugin itself is free but you will need a real hardware […]
Studiologic has announced two new instruments in its classy Numa line, derived from the Numa X Piano. The Numa Compact SE and Compact X SE share features with the Numa Compact but boast a powerful new sound engine. Overview Acoustic Engine The new acoustic engine includes new acoustic piano sounds […]
Casio has announced three new additions to its Celviano line of digital pianos, including a top-line model which uses an enhanced version of the AiR sound system for increased realism. The AP-750 uses a new AiR Grand Sound Source, a newly developed Grandphonic Sound System, which recreates the way a […]
Last year KORG celebrated two decades of the classic and iconic microKORG portable synth with a limited edition Crystal model. Now, fresh into 2024, KORG has revamped the design and functionality completely and offers up the new microKORG. Maintaining a respectful nod to the portability, playable mini keyboard, and some […]
Based on the KORG Doncamatic of 1963, KORG introduces its KR-11 rhythm box, designed to be compact and simple, offering a fun way to practice and play music anywhere. Key features include: There are nine different genres with 14 variations in each, for a total of 126 distinct patterns, plus […]
KORG has introduced its latest digital piano, the Poetry, which gives two distinct nods to composer Chopin by incorporating two piano tones associated with him. The 1843 PLEYEL piano tone was Chopin’s choice of piano, while the contemporary Italian Fazioli concert grand is favoured by many at the International Chopin […]
Yamaha has announced an all-in-one music creation station designed for composing and performing electronic music. The compact SEQTRAK controller allows users to capture ideas quickly, create original music using its versatile sound and sample engines, and offers a host of performance and connectivity options. Two well-known, tried and tested sound […]
NAMM 2024 ran from Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th January. Here are the highlights from the major piano, keyboard and synth-related companies. Highlights JoeCo has announced its BandMate multichannel backing track player for live performance playback plus MIDI, with accompanying app. It’s designed to provide a more robust solution for […]