Akai - News and Rumours
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The Best Workstation Keyboards under $2500
13 Feb · We check out some of the best workstation keyboards under $2500 for music production and arrangement, as well as for live performance.
Synth Deals from Teenage Engineering, Yamaha, AKAI, and KORG
07 Feb · This week's Synth Deals selection is a particularly exciting range of creative instruments for music production and live performance.
AKAI MPC Key 37: It’s official – and available now!
06 Feb · The AKAI MPC Key 37 is finally here! After several leaks, AKAI Professional announced the bright-red MPC Key 37 today. And it's available now!
Is AKAI Professional about to unveil the MPC Live III at NAMM?
15 Jan · Is the AKAI MPC Live III about to be released at NAMM 2024? A banner on the manufacturer's website hints at a new MPC that we haven't seen before.
AKAI MPC Stems: Stem Separation on the MPC – a Sampling Revolution?
12 Jan · Forget everything you thought you knew about sampling: AKAI MPC Stems separates samples into up to four stems – directly on your MPC!
Mega Deal: Save 25% on the AKAI MPC Key 61 Workstation!
08 Dec 2023 · The AKAI MPC Key 61 is now on sale at Thomann for just $1085! Add this powerful workstation to your studio for less than ever before!
Studio Deals from Shure, PreSonus, AKAI, and JBL
27 Oct 2023 · This week's edition of Studio Deals is populated with affordable upgrades for your home studio and some great offers for content creators.
Elektron Octatrack Alternatives for Dawless Music Production
13 Oct 2023 · Need a creative outlet for your music that has to be Dawless? Here's some of the best Elektron Octatrack Alternatives for studio and stage.
Akai APC64 Review – Standalone Sequencer and Ableton Controller
10 Oct 2023 · We check out what's what in our Akai APC64 review - how does it compare to Push 3 and the Launchpads? What is the standalone mode like?
The Notting Hill Kid: How To Sound Like Mark Ronson
07 Oct 2023 · We find out more about the creative process and studio gear choices of award-winning producer, songwriter, and composer Mark Ronson.
How to get that Old-school Sampler Sound
04 Oct 2023 · Ever wondered how to get the old-school sampler sound? Punchy lo-fi drums and underwater pad sounds can give your music a retro feel.
The Best DAW Controllers to improve your production workflow
27 Sep 2023 · Is using a mouse too clinical? We discuss control protocols and check out some of the best DAW controllers for your home studio setup.
The Best Grooveboxes for Beat Creation and Live Performance
30 Aug 2023 · Looking to stay creative while traveling, or simply to step outside your DAW? We check out the best grooveboxes for crafting beats.
Plastikman: How To Sound Like Ritchie Hawtin
26 Aug 2023 · Ritchie Hawtin rose to prominence from the Detroit Techno scene of the late 1980s, we check out some of the gear he used over the years.
Playing the Villain: How to Sound like MF Doom
05 Aug 2023 · MF Doom was mystical figure from the backpack era of Hip-Hop. We find out more about his process and some of the gear that inspired it.
The best budget beat-making gear to help you get creative
02 Aug 2023 · Looking for more affordable ways to create beats? We take a look at some of the best budget beat-making equipment to get you started!
Glory Box of Tricks: How to Sound Like Portishead
15 Jul 2023 · Trip-Hop pioneers, Portishead, are known for unique production style, we find out more and look into some of their interesting gear choices.
How to quantize in your DAW – Better beats and sicker grooves
12 Jul 2023 · Get those wonky beats in order! In this beginner's guise, we'll show you all the ways of how and why to quantize in your DAW, and how to add Swing!
Synth Deals from Moog, KORG, Vermona, and AKAI Professional
03 Jul 2023 · In this week's edition of Synth Deals, we've got a range of offers including monosynths, modules, drum machines, and production stations.
The Best Samplers for Music Production and Live Performance
30 Jun 2023 · We discuss the key aspects of samplers and look at some of the best samplers for both creating music and incorporating into your live setup.
Synth Deals from Waldorf, Roland, KORG and AKAI Professional
26 Jun 2023 · In this week's edition of Synth Deals, we've got a range of offers including desktop modules, grooveboxes, and workstation keyboards.
Weekend Workshop: How to use a MIDI Controller – Our Guide
25 Jun 2023 · Ever wondered how to use a MIDI Controller? You'll be playing chords, hitting pads, and turning knobs in no time with our guide on how to set it up!