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Novation’s Launch Control 3 is a go-anywhere MIDI controller for almost every producer
2+ hour, 29+ min ago (843+ words) Novation's Launch Control 3 is a go-anywhere MIDI controller for almost every producer'MusicTech Novation's Launch Control 3 is a go-anywhere MIDI controller for almost every producer Acting as a bridge between your DAW, hardware, studio and live performance, the Launch Control 3 could…...
European retailers are pulling headphones following study claiming harmful substances exist in select models
1+ week, 2+ day ago (455+ words) The study claims that 100 percent of products it tested contained hazardous substances, but manufacturers are questioning its methodology. Want more news stories from MusicTech? Follow us on Google News. Select European retailers have pulled the sales of a number of…...
Was £870, now just £130: UJAM's 2025 Season Bundle has all the plugins and instruments to supercharge your production arsenal
1+ week, 2+ day ago (341+ words) The bundle includes tools for hyperpop production, beat making, ambient sound design, and much more. Image: UJAM / Plugin Boutique Want more news stories from MusicTech? Follow us on Google News. Right now at Plugin Boutique, you can get a massive…...
Everything we know about the Akai MPC Sample so far: Features, pricing and availability
1+ week, 2+ day ago (260+ words) The portable sampler is rumoured to be inspired by the Akai MPC60 and MPC3000. Akai has officially confirmed that the MPC Sample is on its way, with a full launch due to land on 24 March. Limited information is available right now, and…...
Rane System One review: Pretending to be a vinyl DJ shouldn’t feel this good
1+ week, 3+ day ago (1341+ words) Rane merges spinning platters with standalone Engine DJ, Wi-Fi streaming and deep performance controls in a flagship system posing whether "world first" still means something Rane System One. Image: Press "2,199 / $2,499 / "2,499, rane.com The Rane System One broke cover at NAMM…...
Yamaha Creator Pass brings 21 audio brands under one subscription – including LANDR, Output and Groover
1+ week, 5+ day ago (398+ words) The platform includes tools from Output, LANDR, Riverside, and Groover. Want more news stories from MusicTech? Follow us on Google News. Yamaha has launched a new Creator Pass platform that gives musicians and podcasters access to a collection of audio…...
IK Multimedia ARC Studio is an effective, low-priced room correction system for the home studio
1+ week, 6+ day ago (474+ words) IK aims to ease the annoyances associated with room EQ, but is the hardware too simple? IK Multimedia ARC Studio. Image: Press IK's ARC Studio aims to do away with such frustrations with a hybrid, hardware and software solution. It…...
Is the Akai MPC Live III the ultimate standalone production centre?
2+ week, 1+ day ago (1406+ words) Akai's third iteration of the MPC Live is the most expressive and powerful yet, but the software side still prevents it from becoming the frictionless creative centrepiece it aspires to be Akai MPC Live III. Image: Press "1,398 / "1,579 / $1,699, akaipro.com It's been…...
In need of new headphones? Check out these great deals on studio cans and earbuds for casual listening at Sweetwater
2+ week, 2+ day ago (363+ words) You can save $200 or more on open-back studio headphones from Sennheiser" We've scoured through a bunch of different deals at Sweetwater on a wide range of headphone types, so you can find the best pair for you at the right…...
Steven Slate’s VSX Immersion One headphones are making me consider selling my speakers
2+ week, 3+ day ago (503+ words) The lauded VSX headphone system gets a hardware upgrade with the new open-back, planar magnetic Immersion One. Are they good enough to be the last pair of headphones you'll ever buy? "885 / $899 (headphones and VSX software), stevenslateaudio.com I reviewed Steven…...