Showing posts with label synthesizer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label synthesizer. Show all posts

6/01/2012

Moog Little Phatty - Stage II Analog Synthesizer Review

Moog Little Phatty - Stage II Analog Synthesizer
Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)
This synth is a powerhouse! If you want to create sounds that are unique to the sound you are after that arent canned then this is the machine to accomplish this. I love this synth because its so intuitive. You will have a ton of fun playing with and experimenting with this Moog Synth.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Moog Little Phatty - Stage II Analog Synthesizer



Buy NowGet 12% OFF

Click here for more information about Moog Little Phatty - Stage II Analog Synthesizer

Read More...

5/30/2012

Nord Lead 2X 49-Key Virtual Analog Modeling Synthesizer (AMS-NL2X) Review

Nord Lead 2X 49-Key Virtual Analog Modeling Synthesizer (AMS-NL2X)
Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)
I am a professional musician and music teacher with a graduate degree in Music. I have owned numerous synths over 3 decades and my Nord 2X is by far the best synth I have ever owned. If you are looking for a great synth for solo work, this is the one to get.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Nord Lead 2X 49-Key Virtual Analog Modeling Synthesizer (AMS-NL2X)

The original Nord Lead 2 is among the most popular synthesizers ever built. Debuting in 1995, the first Nord Lead virtual analog synthesizer took the music world by storm. It instantly became an industry standard and takes a place among the most revered classic synthesizers. Its warm analog sound coupled with cutting-edge digital technology moved the Nord Lead into a 'leading" position in the synthesizer community. Musicians from all over the world loved its simplicity, intuitive design, and its musicality and expression offered with the virtual analog concept.The Nord Lead 2 improved upon the original Nord Lead, including expanded polyphony. A decade later, the Nord Lead, and its descendant the Nord Lead 2, are still among the most popular synths ever built. The Nord Lead 2X features all the characteristics of its predecessor, and incorporates many new features as well. The 'in your face" sound of the Nord Lead 2X has been enhanced with 24-bit D/A converters. The preset memory houses 7 x 99 factory Programs, 3 x 100 factory performances, and 7 x 10 Percussion Kits. Additionally, the user banks give you room to store your own sounds - 3 x 99 Programs, 3 x 100 Performances, and 3 x 10 Percussion Kits. The polyphony has been upgraded to 20 voices as well.The Nord Lead 2X is compatible with the Nord Lead 2, so you can transfer your custom sounds directly via MIDI. The Nord Lead 2X preserves all the essential parts of the Nord Lead 2, including the user fast and easy interface and its characteristic sound. The Nord Lead 2X continues the tradition of Nord's unique method of sound generation. Mathematical simulations of the signals generated by analog oscillators are the basis for the incredible sound that speaks for itself. People know Nord by its sound, and the Nord Lead 2X gives you that certain quality that is unmistakable!The compact and smart design of the Nord Lead 2X makes it equally perfect for live performance and for production studio work. With 26 knobs and 27 buttons - all sending MIDI controller data - the Nord Lead 2X communicates with every piece of MIDI gear in your setup.Virtual analog brings the technology and physical control together, recreating the warm, thick sound of analog synths without the overheating or tuning deficiencies. Modern technology allows the knobs to not only digitally manipulate the internal sound, but also send MIDI information to be captured in a sequencer or change a parameter on another MIDI-enabled device.The Nord Lead 2 also offers the Nord Pitch Stick, so you can create your own vibrato, much like a guitarist or violinist, without the 'dimple" resting place other pitch benders use. The 'dead zone" has been conquered! The ergonomic handling adds another dimension to your performance.A special Velocity Programming section can be controlled by the Modulation Wheel, making it possible to continuously morph between parameter settings. This feature is a musically expressive tool that allows you to shape your sound in realtime.In the studio, the Nord Lead 2X offers real time MIDI recording of knob settings and special 'MIDI patches" to recreate many of the effects produced by external patching on traditional units.Get 4 synths in one - there are four parts which are directly accessible from the front panel. This makes it possible to instantly create layers with up to four different sounds, where each separate sound in the layer can easily be edited in real time. Each sound can have its own independent output. Make up super patches in the Performance section. Create monster basses and mega pads.49-Key keyboard.

Buy NowGet 19% OFF

Click here for more information about Nord Lead 2X 49-Key Virtual Analog Modeling Synthesizer (AMS-NL2X)

Read More...

5/27/2012

Yamaha MOTIF XS8 88-Key Music Synth Workstation Review

Yamaha MOTIF XS8 88-Key Music Synth Workstation
Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)
Before I decided on this workstation, I did extensive research. After a few months of testing this product out at my local music store, and reading reviews online I finally decided this was the one I wanted. I have not regretted buying the Yamaha Motif XS and I'm sure that it will stay with me for years to come.
I use this piano at my house as well as my church. Many of the sounds from this Workstation are very realistic, and that's what I like about it. There are many Youtube videos with sound examples. I also recommend checking out my Youtube video I recently uploaded [...] This video will give you a small preview of the creative power this great product has. Its usable for any genre of music. Don't hesitate to buy.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Yamaha MOTIF XS8 88-Key Music Synth Workstation



Buy NowGet 27% OFF

Click here for more information about Yamaha MOTIF XS8 88-Key Music Synth Workstation

Read More...

5/09/2012

Korg microKorg XL Analog Modeling Synthesizer with Vocoder (black) Review

Korg microKorg XL Analog Modeling Synthesizer with Vocoder (black)
Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)
The MicroKorg XL is really a MicroKorg in name only. Whereas the original MicroKorg shared a synth engine with the MS-2000, this one uses the engine found in the R3 and Radius. This is not necessarily a bad thing as those are fine sounding synths, but you'd be better of with a synth like the R3 (which is about $100 more). Although the MicroKorg XL has a cool, faux-vintage look, the construction of the board is pretty shoddy and I doubt it would be good for carting away to gigs or traveling with. It's made from rather cheap, weak feeling plastic unlike the far sturdier R3 or original MicroKorg. Also, while the sound editing is arguably better than the oddball matrix on the original MicroKorg, it pales when compared to the easy editing on a R3. Basically, this is not a bad board soundwise, but you'd be better off saving $100 with an original MicroKorg or putting in an extra $100 for an R3. The MicroKorg XL is not a happy medium, and makes compromises that do not benefit the synth user.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Korg microKorg XL Analog Modeling Synthesizer with Vocoder (black)



Buy NowGet 33% OFF

Click here for more information about Korg microKorg XL Analog Modeling Synthesizer with Vocoder (black)

Read More...

4/27/2012

Yamaha MO6 61 Key Music Production Synthesizer Review

Yamaha MO6 61 Key Music Production Synthesizer
Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)
This is an amazing keyboard. Excellent sound, absolutely awesome for live playing...and if you are into techno/trance/house...there isn't any other keyboard which can compete. Build quality? Excellent...Made in Japan.
The competing keyboard for this model is Korg M50-61. Although it is lighter, the M06 far exceeds in quality and real-time playing. Overall, the perfect keyboard for techno/trance/house production for real pros.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Yamaha MO6 61 Key Music Production Synthesizer



Buy NowGet 37% OFF

Click here for more information about Yamaha MO6 61 Key Music Production Synthesizer

Read More...

4/18/2012

Yamaha GO MO DVD Instant Guide for Making Music on the MO6/ MO8 Review

Yamaha GO MO DVD Instant Guide for Making Music on the MO6/ MO8
Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)
After purchasing my MO8 I was quite impressed with the poower and capability of this keyboard. However, being new at programming, sequencing etc. I was intimidated by the complexity of how to take advantage of what it could do.
I was pleased to find "Go Mo Instant Guide to Making Music With the Mo", so I gladly spent the $35 to order it. It helped me to see what the Mo was capable of and to dig into the manual, step-by-step to find out how to do it. The video does not give you that step-by-step instruction but it does show you how to use some of the keyboard's functions and programs.
I would recommend this to someone, like myself, who needs that extra push, or someone that wants to get an insightful look at what this keyboard does before making the purchase.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Yamaha GO MO DVD Instant Guide for Making Music on the MO6/ MO8



Buy NowGet 32% OFF

Click here for more information about Yamaha GO MO DVD Instant Guide for Making Music on the MO6/ MO8

Read More...

1/25/2012

Akai SYNTHSTATION25 25-Key Keyboard Controller For Iphone And Ipod Touch Review

Akai SYNTHSTATION25 25-Key Keyboard Controller For Iphone And Ipod Touch
Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)
Not only does it controls IPhone synths (Akai, NanoStudio and more to come I hear) but it also controls my IPad via the camera connection kit. I LOVE THIS THING! I was not only able to create some very cool sounds in minutes with the Akai app but also got it layered with the IPAD Korg IMS-20 with some pretty wickedly insane results.
My only gripe so far is with the Iphone app (Akai) some of the buttons on the touch screen are to small and at times unresponsive. Nlog will support the controller soon so that is another great iphone synth that should be fun to play with. I will try Nanostudio and Korg Electribe as well and update the review.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Akai SYNTHSTATION25 25-Key Keyboard Controller For Iphone And Ipod Touch



Buy NowGet 80% OFF

Click here for more information about Akai SYNTHSTATION25 25-Key Keyboard Controller For Iphone And Ipod Touch

Read More...

1/23/2012

Korg microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard Review

Korg microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard
Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)
This sampler is the music tool I have been waiting for. finally a keyboard style sampler that you can bring anywhere and capture anything, no matter what style music you are into its a great tool for composing exactly what you want, I havent used it in a live situation yet, but it has been a great tool in my studio. Can't beat the price either.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Korg microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard



Buy NowGet 53% OFF

Click here for more information about Korg microSAMPLER Sampling Keyboard

Read More...