New tech gear of the month: review round-up (March 2016)
AudioThing Hand Clapper
It's been another busy month for our tech team, with a treasure trove of gear passing through their hands.
Here, we take a look back at all of the hardware and software that was reviewed on the site in February, starting with a round of applause for Hand Clapper from AudioThing...
MusicRadar's Verdict
“At this price, Hand Clapper is a winner.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: AudioThing Hand Clapper review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Sample Magic Magic AB 2
MusicRadar's Verdict
“We're a bit surprised by the price rise since v1 (thankfully the upgrade is a very reasonable tenner), but Magic AB 2 still qualifies as an excellent, if not essential, studio solution.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Sample Magic Magic AB 2 review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Wave Alchemy Mutate
MusicRadar's Verdict
“Mutate's engine is thoroughly usable and flexible enough to get the job done, while the soundbank is a versatile source of interesting and edgy sounds, with an emphasis on bass and EDM flavours.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Wave Alchemy Mutate review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
kiloHearts Multipass
MusicRadar's Verdict
“A huge and powerful modular setup giving a vast array of sounds, Multipass is a fun, easy-to-use effects processing monster.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: kiloHearts Multipass review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
MeldaProduction MXXX
MusicRadar's Verdict
“The pricing structure may deter some, but if you have the cash, there's practically no processing job MXXX isn't more than up to.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: MeldaProduction MXXX review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
iZotope Ozone 7
MusicRadar's Verdict
“With its new Vintage modules, IRC 4 Maximizer mode and clever Codec Preview feature, Ozone 7 makes genuinely effective mastering easier than ever.”
5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: iZotope Ozone 7 review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
BUY: iZotope Ozone 7 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
LiquidSonics Reverberate 2
MusicRadar's Verdict
“A sonically impressive, flexible and intuitive convolution reverb that offers an expensive sound and potential-packed Fusion-IR technology at a great price.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: LiquidSonics Reverberate 2 review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
LSR Audio VLB 902 De-esser
MusicRadar's Verdict
“A flawless recreation of one of the best de-essers ever made, VLB 902 gets the job done with no mess or fuss.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: LSR Audio VLB 902 De-esser review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Kilpatrick Audio Phenol
MusicRadar's Verdict
“Fun and well-constructed, it's sure to engage experienced modular users and novices alike.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Kilpatrick Audio Phenol review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
Riva Audio Turbo X
MusicRadar's Verdict
“It's not cheap, but it is worth trying if you want a quality portable speaker.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Riva Audio Turbo X review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
IK Multimedia iRig Pro DUO
MusicRadar's Verdict
“It's not going to feature the sexiest-sounding preamps, but as a utility for your music-making toolbox, then £149 is a bargain you cannot ignore.”
5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: IK Multimedia iRig Pro DUO review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
BUY: IK Multimedia iRig Pro DUO currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
Rhythmic Robot Emulator II OMI Universe of Sounds: Vol 2
MusicRadar's Verdict
“Not for everyone, but brilliantly retro, and well worth exploring.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Rhythmic Robot Emulator II OMI Universe of Sounds: Vol 2 review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
Sample Magic Bloq
MusicRadar's Verdict
“Good value, plenty of instant gratification fun, but with useful and easily accessible editing.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Sample Magic Bloq review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
Moog Mother-32 Synthesizer
MusicRadar's Verdict
“Moog delivers an exciting entry point into the world of patchable analogue synthesis.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Moog Mother-32 Synthesizer review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
BUY: Moog Mother-32 Synthesizer currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
Pioneer DJM-S9
MusicRadar's Verdict
“With an amazing build and killer features, now the best high-end, two-channel battle mixer out there.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Pioneer DJM-S9 review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
BUY: Pioneer DJM-S9 currently available from:
UK: Thomann
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
Tascam DP-24SD Digital Portastudio
MusicRadar's Verdict
“The DP-24SD is a compact, solid and reliable unit, ideal for tracking, and it's now cheaper than ever.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Tascam DP-24SD Digital Portastudio review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
BUY: Tascam DP-24SD Digital Portastudio currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
Tegeler Audio Vari Tube Recording Channel
MusicRadar's Verdict
“The VTRC-1 is a great channel strip at a sensible price. If you are in the market for one and you like the sound of valves it's well worth checking out.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Tegeler Audio Vari Tube Recording Channel review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
BUY: Tegeler Audio Vari Tube Recording Channel currently available from:
UK: Thomann