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Arturia adds an 88-key option to its KeyLab Essential mk3 line of MIDI controllers
Arturia just announced the KeyLab Essential 88 mk3, a larger sibling to the previously-released Essential 49 and 61 MIDI keyboards. This piano-size keyboard includes semi-weighted keys, eight drum pads and contextual buttons for controlling plugins.
Embodme Erae II hands-on: A customizable MPE MIDI controller for your soft synths and analog gear
The Erae II takes the customizable MPE playing surface of the original and adds a more robust interface and tons of connectivity options.
Expressive E Osmose review: A game-changing MPE keyboard, but a frustrating synthesizer
Even four years after it was first revealed the Expressive E Osmose remains a groundbreaking MPE MIDI keyboard. But the EaganMatrix synth engine feels more like a PhD thesis than a musical instrument.
8410084100Roli Seaboard Rise 2 review: I wish I had a horror movie to score
The Roli Seaboard Rise 2 is probably the most successful showcase of what MPE MIDI is capable of.
Roli is making its squishy MPE MIDI keyboards affordable and portable (again)
The Roli Seaboard Block M is a more affordable and portable way to get your hands on its signature squishy MPE MIDI controller.
Kontrol S-Series MK3 hands-on: A high-end MIDI keyboard for the Native Instruments faithful
Native Instruments Kontrol S Series MK3 MIDI keyboards push the hardware to new heights while improving software integration.
The Arturia KeyLab Essential mk3 is full-featured, eco-friendly and reasonably priced
The Arturia KeyLab Essential mk3 add a bigger screen and more control options.
Expressive E finally starts shipping its unique Osmose synth
Expressive E has finally started shipping its unique MPE synth, the Osmose after three years.
Akai reveals a bigger sibling for one of the best budget MIDI controllers
Akai has unveiled a new budget MIDI controller that packs more keys and controls than you'd expect for the price.
Arturia MiniLab 3 hands-on: A big upgrade for a budget MIDI controller
Arturia's MiniLab 3 adds a full sized MIDI ports, an arpeggiator, faders and improves DAW integration.
Orba 2 adds a sampler and more to an excellent musical fidget toy
Sample playback, quantization and longer loops make the Orba 2 far more powerful than the original.
Launchkey 88 brings a luxurious keybed to a budget MIDI controller
Novation's latest Lauchkey controller has an expansive 88-key semi-weighted keybed.
Cre8Audio's NiftyKeys is a MIDI controller you can build a Eurorack synth in
Cre8Audio's NiftyKeys combines a four-octave keyboard and a 112hp Eurorack case for $600.
Novation's first keyboard for FL Studio offers a lot of utility for $200
The FLKey 37 and FLKey Mini put FL Studio's most important features at your fingertips.
Dubler 2 can turn any microphone into a MIDI controller
Dubler 2 turns your voice into MIDI data. But it's probably best paired with its own custom USB mic.
This wearable MIDI controller can control Zoom calls too
Now you can control Zoom and Powerpoint with Genki's wearable MIDI controller.
SSL's UF8 DAW controller is a luxury in search of an audience
Solid State Logic’s UF8 gives your DAW's controls a physical incarnation. It’s not the first mixing controller, nor is it the cheapest, but it’s one of the more comprehensive.
SSL's UF8 adds physical controls to your virtual music studio
Solid State Logic’s UF8 gives you immediate access to eight tracks in your DAW (digital audio workstation) of choice — be that Ableton, Pro Tools or Logic complete with high-resolution faders for controlling you volume levels.
Atom SQ review: An affordable and powerful companion for Studio One
PreSonus built the Atom SQ explicitly for its Studio One DAW, and it shows. The integration between the two is excellent. The price is right and the unique staggered layout bridges the gap between a traditional keyboard and a grid-based pad controller. But, if you don’t use Studio One, the Atom SQ probably doesn’t have a ton of appeal.
Artiphon Orba review: Much more than a musical fidget toy
Orba’s goal of lowering the barrier of entry to music creation is admirable. And it errs closer to a musical fidget toy than an intimidating and unusual instrument. But, those willing to push its limits will find surprising depth.
