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New music tech gear of the month: review round-up (July 2013)

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By The MusicRadar Team published 1 July 2013

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HDAnywhere 4x4 Multiroom+

HDAnywhere 4x4 Multiroom+

Every month, MusicRadar's sister publications - Guitarist, Computer Music, Total Guitar, Rhythm and Future Music - print the best independent reviews of music-making gear.

We've collated any music-making hardware, app, DAW, DJ gear, plug-in, synth and other related gear reviews posted on the site during June 2013.

All the gear on display here was reviewed in Computer Music issue 192/193 and Future Music issue 266/267, or by MusicRadar's own reviews team.

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"It's not cheap but it works great, right up to full 1080p and surround sources."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: HDAnywhere 4x4 Multiroom+ review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 266)

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Page 1 of 22
eaReckon EARebound

eaReckon EARebound

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A superb creative delay plugin that succeeds wholeheartedly in making a complex system very easy to use."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: eaReckon EARebound review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 192)

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Page 2 of 22
Yamaha MX61

Yamaha MX61

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"An attractive, entry level board with some handy features at a fair price that beginners will especially love."

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Yamaha MX61 review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 266)

BUY: Yamaha MX61 currently available from:
UK: Andertons | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 3 of 22
Kirnu Cream

Kirnu Cream

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A kick-ass arpeggiator with a mind- boggling array of MIDI-generating and manipulation systems on board."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Kirnu Cream review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 192)

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Page 4 of 22
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A flexible, sonically superlative audio interface with comprehensive I/O and a price that can't be argued with."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 192)

BUY: Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 currently available from:
UK: Andertons | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 5 of 22
MuTools MuLab 5 UL

MuTools MuLab 5 UL

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"We're disappointed by MuLab 5's dated interface and limited featureset. MUX, however, is definitely worthy of attention..."

3 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: MuTools MuLab 5 UL review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 192)

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Page 6 of 22
Sinevibes Sequential 2

Sinevibes Sequential 2

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Sequential 2 is a gift for the glitch-happy producer, generating an endless array of unpredictable sounds from anything you care to feed into it."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Sinevibes Sequential 2 review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 192)

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Page 7 of 22
iZotope Nectar Elements

iZotope Nectar Elements

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"For the vast majority of amateur and semi-pro producers, there's more than enough here to get the job done."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: iZotope Nectar Elements review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 192)

BUY: iZotope Nectar Elements currently available from:
UK: Andertons
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 8 of 22
Techné Media Different Drummer

Techné Media Different Drummer

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"An innovative app that when used in conjunction with your DAW could prove a powerful rhythm design tool."

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Techné Media Different Drummer review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 192)

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Page 9 of 22
FL Studio Mobile for Android

FL Studio Mobile for Android

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"If you're got a decent Android device FL Studio is worth looking at, though you'll need to accept that it has certain limitations that may not be removed any time soon."

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: FL Studio Mobile for Android review

Page 10 of 22
Page 10 of 22
Tronsonic/Synth Magic System 1000M

Tronsonic/Synth Magic System 1000M

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A riotous, engaging retro synth that sounds great and is a true bargain."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Tronsonic/Synth Magic System 1000M review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 192)

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Page 11 of 22
UVI UVX-3P

UVI UVX-3P

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"With UVX-3P, UVI have captured the spirit of yet another classic, but although it sounds ace, if your analogue synth folder is already well-stocked, it may be somewhat redundant."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: UVI UVX-3P review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 192)

Page 12 of 22
Page 12 of 22
Denon MC2000 DJ Controller

Denon MC2000 DJ Controller

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The MC2000 is robust enough for DJ travels and so simple to use beginners will get it straight off."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Denon MC2000 DJ Controller review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 267)

BUY: Denon MC2000 DJ Controller currently available from:
UK: DV247
US: Full Compass

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Page 13 of 22
Echo Audio Echo 2 USB Interface

Echo Audio Echo 2 USB Interface

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The touch control surface comes down to personal taste but this is a great sounding, compact interface."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Echo Audio Echo 2 USB Interface review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 267)

BUY: Echo Audio Echo 2 USB Interface currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music
US: Full Compass

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Page 14 of 22
Arturia SparkLE

Arturia SparkLE

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A powerful beat-making tool with functionality and sound quality way beyond its low price point."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Arturia SparkLE review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 267)

BUY: Arturia SparkLE currently available from:
UK: Andertons | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

Page 15 of 22
Page 15 of 22
Spitfire Audio Sable Strings Vol.1

Spitfire Audio Sable Strings Vol.1

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Sable Vol.1 brings Spitfire Audio's ambitious orchestral library concept sharply into focus."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Spitfire Audio Sable Strings Vol.1 review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 267)

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Page 16 of 22
Meridian Audio Explorer

Meridian Audio Explorer

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Is it worth the cash? £249 is relatively cheap for a high quality DAC but it's still a fairly serious investment. For anyone who travels and has to make decisions on headphones, yes it's worth it."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Meridian Audio Explorer review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 267)

Page 17 of 22
Page 17 of 22
Thermionic Culture The Fat Bustard II Special Limited Edition

Thermionic Culture The Fat Bustard II Special Limited Edition

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A classy summing mixer for Fat Bustard fans and beyond whom enjoy greater clarity and less noise."

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Thermionic Culture The Fat Bustard II Special Limited Edition review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 267)

Page 18 of 22
Page 18 of 22
XILS-Lab Le Masque: Delay 1.5

XILS-Lab Le Masque: Delay 1.5

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Le Masque: Delay 1.5's masking system takes the ubiquitous filter/ delay combo to new heights."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: XILS-Lab Le Masque: Delay 1.5 review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 267)

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Page 19 of 22
Nektar Panorama P1

Nektar Panorama P1

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"After a painful setup, the P1 proves to be a deeply comprehensive and powerful controller for Cubase and Reason."

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Nektar Panorama P1 review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 193)

BUY: Nektar Panorama P1 currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater

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Page 20 of 22
MuTools MUX

MuTools MUX

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"This VST-hosting modular construction kit would still be a monster bargain if it cost twice as much. Highly recommended!"

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: MuTools MUX review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 193)

BUY: MuTools MUX currently available from:
US: Full Compass

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Page 21 of 22
MeldaProduction MWobbler

MeldaProduction MWobbler

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Although aimed foremost at bass music producers, MWobbler's extensive bag of tricks could find favour in any genre."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: MeldaProduction MWobbler review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 193)

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Page 22 of 22
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