New tech gear of the month: review round-up (February 2018)

AudioThing Wave Box

We started 2018 in right royal style here at MusicRadar, with a small but perfectly formed selection of tech gear getting the review treatment.

Here, we take a digested look at all of the software and hardware that was reviewed on the site during January. We start with the Wave Box from AudioThing.

MusicRadar's verdict:

“Balancing simplicity and depth in true AudioThing style, Wave Box is a powerful, fun distortion plugin for any producer.”

FULL REVIEW: AudioThing Wave Box

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

Cyclone Analogic TT-303 Bass Bot V2

MusicRadar's verdict:

“This great-sounding TB-style synth/sequencer combines authentic synthesis with an updated sequencer that doesn’t entirely lose sight of its origins.”

FULL REVIEW: Cyclone Analogic TT-303 Bass Bot V2

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

Roland Boutique TR-08 

MusicRadar's verdict:

“A decent-sounding digital resurrection of a classic beatbox, although extra outs and more adjustable sonics would be a welcome addition to this new model.”

FULL REVIEW: Roland Boutique TR-08 

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

Icon Platform M+

MusicRadar's verdict:

“A compact and robust DAW controller that works on its own or alongside further Platform fader expanders. Basic but reliable.”

FULL REVIEW: Icon Platform M+

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

Dexibell Vivo S7

MusicRadar's verdict:

“A solid-sounding, pretty- portable stage piano at a very appealing price. There are areas that need refining, but it’s still a contender in this very competitive market.”

FULL REVIEW: Dexibell Vivo S7

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)