New tech gear of the month: review round-up (November 2016)
![Sonic Faction Tricky Traps](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d7d0db92b950f7a24331922b6785a45e-320-80.jpg)
Sonic Faction Tricky Traps
MusicRadar's tech reviewers have been spending their time playing with plugins and pad-based hardware recently, which is just how they like it.
Here's a look at everything our tech team reviewed during October. Up first, Sonic Faction’s Tricky Traps.
MusicRadar's verdict
"Tricky Traps is a fantastic and cohesive electronic music production toybox, especially for Push/Launchpad owners.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Sonic Faction Tricky Traps
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
![HoRNet Plugins TrackUtility Mk2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9ebdd066b2aeceafd824397af09530fa-320-80.jpg)
HoRNet Plugins TrackUtility Mk2
MusicRadar's verdict
"A handy addition to any producer's arsenal, and, at 99c, a 'might-as-well' upgrade for owners of v1.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: HoRNet Plugins TrackUtility Mk2
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
![SampleScience AdLibXRom](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/443bf5e8032611db87ed5ce99e23b1a1-320-80.jpg)
SampleScience AdLibXRom
MusicRadar's verdict
"Cheap and cheerful it may be, in terms of both sound and design, but AdLibXRom does a solid job of bringing the YM3812 back to life for the plugin generation.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: SampleScience AdLibXRom
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
![Plugin Boutique StereoSavage](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e43b185552846549615533032e294d42-320-80.jpg)
Plugin Boutique StereoSavage
MusicRadar's verdict
"With its streamlined interface, impressive ability to stereoise, and its empowering LFO, StereoSavage is a plugin that any producer could find many uses for.”
5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Plugin Boutique StereoSavage
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
![D16 Group PunchBox](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/70e2ad8f2708b50d58641c2d69cf6b7b-320-80.jpg)
D16 Group PunchBox
MusicRadar's verdict
"There's quite possibly no conceivable kick drum sound for electronic music that PunchBox couldn't create!”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: D16 Group PunchBox
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
![Pioneer DJ Toraiz SP-16](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aad057e793839da6a1484cba0a9e10cf-320-80.jpg)
Pioneer DJ Toraiz SP-16
MusicRadar's verdict
"Some firmware refinement is needed to justify its price, but there's a lot to like about this inspiring and intuitive standalone sampler.”
3.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Pioneer DJ Toraiz SP-16
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
![Native Instruments Maschine Jam](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e44ca6996a0161b0364093a32fcd1a8d-320-80.jpg)
Native Instruments Maschine Jam
MusicRadar's verdict
"Jam is a great, creative controller in its own right, but it's best used as a counterpoint to the existing Maschine hardware.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Native Instruments Maschine Jam
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
![Hercules DJ Control Instinct P8](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ddbfbd87c51c3dc715c0b13692e4cecd-320-80.jpg)
Hercules DJ Control Instinct P8
MusicRadar's verdict
"Not bad on its own merits but in a highly competitive entry-level market there are simply too many better alternatives.”
3 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Hercules DJ Control Instinct P8
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
![Antelope Audio Zen Tour](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/24fb3832dfec74c32284a8f8357aa81c-320-80.jpg)
Antelope Audio Zen Tour
MusicRadar's verdict
"If you want a high-quality interface for studio, rehearsals and gigs you have to look at this.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Antelope Audio Zen Tour
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
![Dreadbox Hades Bass Synthesizer](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/29e3729a9d6bcf3d4fd5f8e13b0dae4e-320-80.jpg)
Dreadbox Hades Bass Synthesizer
MusicRadar's verdict
"The Hades is a fairly straightforward monosynth, but it's well-designed and packs some serious low-end punch.”
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Dreadbox Hades Bass Synthesizer
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
![Universal Audio Ampeg B-15N](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3f99017311c48a1c85eddb71159f8a69-320-80.jpg)
Universal Audio Ampeg B-15N
MusicRadar's verdict
"It may not deliver all the bass tones you need, but B-15N beautifully captures that classic retro sound, transforming your clean DI into something totally mix-ready.”
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Universal Audio Ampeg B-15N
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
![112dB Cascade](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bbab07cff7bd2d947bc92343a7801b8c-320-80.jpg)
112dB Cascade
MusicRadar's verdict
"It might not be the gamechanger it thinks it is, but Cascade is a synth that lovers of hefty pads and animated textures should try out.”
3.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: 112dB Cascade
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)