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New music tech gear of the month: review round-up (May 2014)

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By Future Music, Computer Music ( Computer Music, Future Music ) published 7 May 2014

All of April's hardware/software reviews

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Sinevibes Sequential for iPad

Sinevibes Sequential for iPad

MusicRadar's sister publications, Computer Music and Future Music, review the best new music tech hardware, apps, DAW, plugin and synth on a monthly basis.

We’ve collected all of the reviews to feature on the site in April, originally reviewed in Computer Music issue 202/203 and Future Music issue 276/277, or by MusicRadar's own reviews team.

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“The touchscreen interface suits Sequential particularly well, and it sounds every bit as mad, bad and awesome as its OS X counterpart.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Sinevibes Sequential for iPad review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 202)

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Page 1 of 26
Spitfire Audio Hans Zimmer Percussion London

Spitfire Audio Hans Zimmer Percussion London

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Huge-sounding, versatile and packed with the 'HZ Factor', this is a truly epic percussion library.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Spitfire Audio Hans Zimmer Percussion London review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 277)

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Page 2 of 26
Inear Display Rmpx4

Inear Display Rmpx4

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A wildly entertaining sound-design toolbox from which simple or complex effects can be coaxed in minutes.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Inear Display Rmpx4 review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 202)

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Page 3 of 26
Studiologic Numa Stage

Studiologic Numa Stage

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“It's very portable with good basic sounds/effects and a handy MIDI section. Definitely worth a look!”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Studiologic Numa Stage review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 277)

BUY: Studiologic Numa Stage currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music
US: Full Compass

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Page 4 of 26
Korg DS-DAC-100

Korg DS-DAC-100

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“All in all a stunning entry into a new market, using Korg's studio frontline, battle-tested technology.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Korg DS-DAC-100 review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 277)

BUY: Korg DS-DAC-100 currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Full Compass

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Page 5 of 26
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x

Audio-Technica ATH-M50x

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“The M50x may be more expensive than the outgoing M50 (which is now under £100) but it's worth it.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Audio-Technica ATH-M50x review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 277)

BUY: Audio-Technica ATH-M50x currently available from:
UK: Andertons | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 6 of 26
nu desine AlphaSphere Nexus

nu desine AlphaSphere Nexus

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“The AlphaSphere is an interesting idea with good software support, but the hardware suffers from several flaws.”

2.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: nu desine AlphaSphere Nexus review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

BUY: nu desine AlphaSphere Nexus currently available from:
UK: Thomann

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Page 7 of 26
Sony Creative Software Acid Music Studio 10

Sony Creative Software Acid Music Studio 10

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Acid is still great at timestretching and warping audio, and v10's new features are pretty solid, but that interface has got to go.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Sony Creative Software Acid Music Studio 10 review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

BUY: Sony Creative Software Acid Music Studio 10 currently available from:
US: Sweetwater

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Page 8 of 26
iZotope BreakTweaker

iZotope BreakTweaker

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“BreakTweaker is outstanding at what it does and genuinely innovative, but it won't be to everybody's taste.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: iZotope BreakTweaker review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

BUY: iZotope BreakTweaker currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 9 of 26
AudioRealism ReDominator

AudioRealism ReDominator

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Sounding uncannily close to the original Alpha Juno, ReDominator would make a great addition to anyone's Reason Rack.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: AudioRealism ReDominator review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

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Page 10 of 26
Abeem Live Technologies Rack Performer

Abeem Live Technologies Rack Performer

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Very capable for live performance and sound design applications, with a decent collection of built-in processors.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Abeem Live Technologies Rack Performer review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 202)

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Page 11 of 26
Waves Scheps 73

Waves Scheps 73

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“One of the most convincing Neve EQ emulations we've ever heard, with some genuinely useful and effective additions.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Waves Scheps 73 review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

BUY: Waves Scheps 73 currently available from:
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 12 of 26
Native Instruments Supercharger

Native Instruments Supercharger

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A brilliant compressor that combines perfect ease of use with palpable character and musicality.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Native Instruments Supercharger review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

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Page 13 of 26
Heavyocity DM-307

Heavyocity DM-307

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Overall this is another stunning effort from one of our favourite Kontakt library developers.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Heavyocity DM-307 review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

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Page 14 of 26
EastWest Steven Wilson's Ghostwriter

EastWest Steven Wilson's Ghostwriter

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“If deep, fascinating sounds, capturing all the energy and soul of the instruments from which they were elicited, appeal, then this is a must-hear.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: EastWest Steven Wilson's Ghostwriter review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

BUY: EastWest Steven Wilson's Ghostwriter currently available from:
UK: Thomann
US: Sweetwater

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Page 15 of 26
Cakewalk Z3ta+ for iPad

Cakewalk Z3ta+ for iPad

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Z3TA+ is immediately one of the best synths on iPad - just as it is on Mac and PC.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Cakewalk Z3ta+ for iPad review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

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Page 16 of 26
Rhythmic Robot NanoMods

Rhythmic Robot NanoMods

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“At this price, all four NanoMods are well worth your attention.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Rhythmic Robot NanoMods review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

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Page 17 of 26
Universal Audio Apollo Twin

Universal Audio Apollo Twin

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A great addition to the Apollo range with sensible compromises to reach a more affordable price point.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Universal Audio Apollo Twin review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 278)

BUY: Universal Audio Apollo Twin currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 18 of 26
Sugar Bytes Effectrix iPad Edition

Sugar Bytes Effectrix iPad Edition

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A fun and creative addition to the iPad studio.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Sugar Bytes Effectrix iPad Edition review

(Reviewed in Computer Music issue 203)

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Page 19 of 26
Yamaha CP4 Stage Piano

Yamaha CP4 Stage Piano

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Beautiful wooden action, superb piano/EP sounds, great effects and Motif-derived staple sounds. Killer!”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Yamaha CP4 Stage Piano review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 278)

BUY: Yamaha CP4 Stage Piano currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Page 20 of 26
Zero-G Epica

Zero-G Epica

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“An excellent and powerful instrument with a huge range of possibilities. Highly recommended.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Zero-G Epica review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 278)

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Page 21 of 26
SPL Crimson USB Interface

SPL Crimson USB Interface

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“This is about as good as it gets when it comes to compact desktop interfaces.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: SPL Crimson USB Interface review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 278)

BUY: SPL Crimson USB Interface currently available from:
UK: Thomann
US: Full Compass | Sweetwater

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Korg tinyPIANO

Korg tinyPIANO

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A superior toy piano that'll look great in any living room or nursery. You'll just have to decide if it's worth paying so much for something that your kids may outgrow in a year or two.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Korg tinyPIANO review

BUY: Korg tinyPIANO currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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Page 23 of 26
Korg Gadget for iOS

Korg Gadget for iOS

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“If you have an iPad buying Korg Gadget is a no-brainer. If you don't, maybe it's time to bite the bullet!”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Korg Gadget for iOS review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 278)

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Tannoy Reveal 802 Monitors

Tannoy Reveal 802 Monitors

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“The established players in the mid-price active monitor market just got some serious competition.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Tannoy Reveal 802 Monitors review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 278)

BUY: Tannoy Reveal 802 Monitors currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Elektron Analog Keys

Elektron Analog Keys

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A system capable of great results, though perhaps held back by some ease-of-use issues.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Elektron Analog Keys review

(Reviewed in Future Music issue 278)

BUY: Elektron Analog Keys currently available from:
UK: Andertons | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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