The PERKONS HD-01 from Erica Synths just keeps getting better. Firmware 1.3 brings a new algorithm, quantizer, samples per bank, more.
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Looking at the synth trends of this year’s Superbooth can tell us where the industry may be headed. Here’s what stood out.
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When it comes to choosing a beginner drum kit, there are many things to consider. We have selected five kits for all drum-hungry beginners.
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Roland releases a new level of sampling pad in the SPD-SX PRO. With a bunch of road-tested professional enhancements for the most demanding gigs.
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In our guide “Acoustic vs Electronic Drums”, we’ll take a look at each drum’s advantages and disadvantages. Which one is right for you?
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This week, we see the release of Drumopolis, a new SDX for Superior Drummer 3 created by Tony Visconti, plus new sounds for the MiniFreak, multi/poly and Omnisphere 3.
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Alesis releases another kit option in their Nitro range, the Nitro Ultimate XL, but does it muddy the waters?
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The new Sonor Momentum series combines the best elements for the drum maker’s most popular series. In four amazing color variants.
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The Rudimental breakbeat can be heard in so many of their collaborations. But, why is it such a good groove? Let’s take a closer look at this 2010s staple.
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Roland set out to achieve the impossible and make drummers quieter! Do the VQD106 succeed or is this a gimmick? Read on…
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