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New music tech gear of the month: review round-up (December 2015)

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By Computer Music, Future Music ( Future Music, Computer Music ) published 2 December 2015

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Shure MOTIV MV51

Shure MOTIV MV51

The MusicRadar tech reviews team has been hard at work testing all manner of software and hardware this month - from Shure microphones to the stunning new 61-key Code Controller from M-Audio.

Here we round up all of the tech reviews that originally appeared on the site in November, starting with the Shure MOTIV MV51.

MusicRadar's verdict

“Another excellent performer from Shure.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Shure MOTIV MV51

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

BUY: Shure MOTIV MV51 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Shure MOTIV MV5

Shure MOTIV MV5

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Lightweight but a heavyweight performing microphone from Shure.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Shure MOTIV MV5

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

BUY: Shure MOTIV MV5 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Shure MOTIV MV88

Shure MOTIV MV88

MusicRadar's Verdict

“An impressive microphone for your mobile.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Shure MOTIV MV88

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

BUY: Shure MOTIV MV88 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 3 of 22
Elektron Overbridge 1.0

Elektron Overbridge 1.0

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Overbridge takes the pain out of editing your Elektron machine but is only available for Live right now.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Elektron Overbridge 1.0

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

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Elektron Overhub 3.0

Elektron Overhub 3.0

MusicRadar's Verdict

“The Overhub is a handy little tool, but it comes at a price.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Elektron Overhub 3.0

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

BUY: Elektron Overhub 3.0 currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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Page 5 of 22
Bitwig Studio 1.2

Bitwig Studio 1.2

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Bitwig continues to refine its workflow and identity, and keeps getting stronger as a result.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Bitwig Studio 1.2

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

BUY: Bitwig Studio 1.2 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater

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Page 6 of 22
Fostex RP Series Headphones

Fostex RP Series Headphones

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Sturdy in body and sound with an excellent mid-range focus and smooth fatigue-free highs.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Fostex RP Series Headphones

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

BUY: Fostex RP Series Headphones currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 7 of 22
IK Multimedia iRig Mic Studio

IK Multimedia iRig Mic Studio

MusicRadar's Verdict

“The iRig Studio Mic sounds really good and 'just works' with any and all music-making platforms.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: IK Multimedia iRig Mic Studio

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

BUY: IK Multimedia iRig Mic Studio currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater

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Page 8 of 22
UVI Retro Organ Suite

UVI Retro Organ Suite

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A solid set that will add new sounds to your arsenal.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: UVI Retro Organ Suite

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

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Page 9 of 22
Vibrant Digital Engineering Diode-108

Vibrant Digital Engineering Diode-108

MusicRadar's Verdict

“As a highly creative, easy-to-use and great-sounding addition to your iPad music studio, Diode-108 is pretty much essential.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Vibrant Digital Engineering Diode-108

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

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Page 10 of 22
AmpleSound Ample Metal Eclipse

AmpleSound Ample Metal Eclipse

MusicRadar's Verdict

“While not without its bugs, AME is a superb collective for the metal minded music maker.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: AmpleSound Ample Metal Eclipse

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

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Page 11 of 22
Best Service Organum Venezia

Best Service Organum Venezia

MusicRadar's Verdict

“We do wish the interface wasn't quite so featureless, but the sound is good and the price seems fair.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Best Service Organum Venezia

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

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Page 12 of 22
Melda Production MDrumEnhancer

Melda Production MDrumEnhancer

MusicRadar's Verdict

“If you find conventional sound replacers hit or miss, Melda's alternative can quickly add just the elements your sound misses.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Melda Production MDrumEnhancer

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

Page 13 of 22
Page 13 of 22
FabFilter Pro-C2

FabFilter Pro-C2

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A thoroughly modern compressor that makes up for a lack of sonic character with its brilliant interface, controls and styles.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: FabFilter Pro-C2

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

Page 14 of 22
Page 14 of 22
Klanghelm MJUC

Klanghelm MJUC

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A triumph of intuitive design that sounds fabulous and really should cost much more.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Klanghelm MJUC

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

Page 15 of 22
Page 15 of 22
IK Multimedia Stealth Limiter

IK Multimedia Stealth Limiter

MusicRadar's Verdict

“An excellent four-mode limiter that covers a range of uses, marred slightly by bloody- minded controls and basic metering.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: IK Multimedia Stealth Limiter

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

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Page 16 of 22
Beatskillz Slam Dawg

Beatskillz Slam Dawg

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Slam Dawg is far from ideal for mastering, but it offers more than enough to earn a place in your mixing plugins folder.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Beatskillz Slam Dawg

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

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Page 17 of 22
FXpansion Strobe2

FXpansion Strobe2

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Strobe is back and better than ever, with a classier sound, new effects and modulators, an improved arp and fantastic presets.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: FXpansion Strobe2

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

BUY: FXpansion Strobe2 currently available from:
US: Sweetwater

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Page 18 of 22
Sly-Fi OG Trifecta Bundle

Sly-Fi OG Trifecta Bundle

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Superb character compression, EQ and distortion from one of the coolest plugin developers around – get all three if you can.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Sly-Fi OG Trifecta Bundle

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

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Cockos Incorporated Reaper 5

Cockos Incorporated Reaper 5

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Customisable, powerful and affordable, Reaper is an amazing DAW, although the inclusion of some quality synths and samplers now feels long overdue.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Cockos Incorporated Reaper 5

(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)

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Spitfire Audio Albion One

Spitfire Audio Albion One

MusicRadar's verdict

"Updating older projects is easy, while new users get a substantially improved sonic palette."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Spitfire Audio Albion One

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

BUY: Spitfire Audio Albion One currently available from:
US: Sweetwater

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Page 21 of 22
M-Audio Code Series 61-Key Controller

M-Audio Code Series 61-Key Controller

MusicRadar's verdict

"If you're looking for an in-depth controller for the studio or for the stage, Code is a keyboard controller happy to bask in the limelight."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: M-Audio Code Series 61-Key Controller

(Originally reviewed in Future Music)

BUY: M-Audio Code Series 61-Key Controller currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater

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