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Modartt Pianoteq 3.6

By Declan McGlynn published 18 October 10

An update for one of the best bits of modelled piano plug-in software

Software & Apps

Build quality is really solid - the jogs feel as good as CDJ-350s and the plastic casing feels like it'll take a beating

Pioneer XDJ-AERO DJ System

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

A pioneering approach or a short-lived gimmick? We unplug with the XDJ AERO

Dj Software

Is this for the club? No. But as an entry-level point, or for the ultimate house party solution, it's up there with the best.

Numark iDJ Pro

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

iPad DJing might be niche but Numark have you covered. 'How pro can go?'

Dj Software

Electronic Music Works' (EMW) DX700 is a hardware box containing 700 SysEx patches for the DX7

Electronic Music Works DX700

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

Yamaha's DX7 is much loved for its tones, but can only store 32 presets. EMW's DX700 expands that to, you've guessed it, 700

Tech

The unit feels a bit plastic for the price and the dock is really just a holder for your iPad

Griffin StudioConnect

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

As the iPad interface market warms up can the StudioConnect compete?

Digital Audio Workstation

The hardware is flawless in its simplicity and RGB feedback is implemented perfectly

NI Kontrol F1

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

A bespoke controller for NI's Traktor software

Dj Software

Logic Café's ControlSkin is great for music control, not so hot for typing.

Logic Café ControlSkin

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

Customised key commands from Logic Café

Digital Audio Workstation

Traktor Pro: a beginners' guide

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

Getting your Traktor motor running

Tutorials

The UDJ6 is designed for use as a middleman between your DJ software and your mixer

ESI UDJ6

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

ESI's mini interface offers six outputs - perfect for splitting effects

Dj Software

The 656s hint at portable audio with a mic and track and volume controls, but Scosche insists these cans are "audiophile grade"

Scosche RH656md

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

The £100 studio headphone market is an increasingly competitive one. Can this pair keep up?

Headphones

The HyperPad includes a desktop clamp and a mic stand attachment

Ultimate Support HyperPad

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

Need a mic stand bracket mount for your iPad? Lean on this...

Tech

Roll up! Roll up! Get your Digital Audio Workstation Tutorials!

Producer Sessions Live – DAW Sessions and more

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

It's only ten days away, and we've got all the final details for Producer Sessions Live, including exclusive tutorial sessions for all your favourite DAWs. Read on…

Music & Tech Events

SoundCloud adopts Creative Commons licensing

By Declan McGlynn last updated 26 January 17

The always innovative SoundCloud have taken another step towards Internet dominance with their latest integration of Creative Commons licensing. But what does it mean for musicians and producers?

Streaming