Video of the New Full Size KORG MS20 Kit

See the update in this post.

New KORG taktile / TRITON taktile USB/MIDI Controllers

New KORG taktile -- A controller designed to inspire

Published on Jan 23, 2014 Korg·423 videos

"The KORG taktile / TRITON taktile are USB/MIDI controllers equipped with the same great-feeling, semi-weighted keyboard found on Korg's KingKorg and Krome. Taktiles are loaded with functions that make them fun to use. Of course, the taktile also delivers the functionality expected from a MIDI controller. It provides all of the basic controls such as sliders, switches, and transport controls, all to make Interfacing with your favorite DAWs and plug-ins a seamless experience.

In addition, TRITON taktile adds 512 sounds from the legendary KORG TRITON - KORG's best-selling Music Workstation. From your desktop to live stage performances, TRITON taktile is a USB MIDI controller that can be trusted in any performance situation.

This video features Adriano Clemente performing on the KORG taktile49.

For more information on the KORG taktile, head over to http://www.korg.com

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Update: and the press release with price:

"Korg Unveils Taktile and TRITON Taktile USB Controller Keyboards/Synths

WINTER NAMM SHOW, ANAHEIM, CA, January 23rd, 2014 - Korg (Booth 6440 / Hall A) announces the Taktile and TRITON Taktile USB Controller Keyboards. These small, lightweight USB/MIDI controller keyboards provide a wide variety of functions for song production, and are available in either 25 or 49-key variations (semi-weighted). TRITON Taktile takes the full functionality of the Taktile series and adds 512 sought-after Programs from Korg's classic TRITON Music Workstation. This enables musicians to use their controller as a standalone hardware synth or as a sound source in combination with existing plug-ins. Users have the ability to immediately play back MIDI data from their DAW without the need for additional software. TRITON Taktile also offers today's musicians rare access to coveted TRITON sounds.

Various knobs and sliders are available for controlling the numerous parameters of software synthesizers. The onboard controllers include:
Touch-sensitive, illuminated Drum Trigger Pads (8 for the 25-key models 16 for 49-key models)
Pitch Bend & Mod Wheel controls
A KAOSS-style X-Y Touch Pad that provides CC, note and track pad input
A ribbon for fast parameter selection or right/left click when in track pad mode
Assignable controllers (8 sliders, 8 knobs, 8 switches)
Dedicated DAW transport switches

A bright, clear OEL screen displays parameters and program names.

Touch Scale functionality lets users automatically generate phrases in the specified key and scale by simply moving a finger on the X-Y touchpad. This practical alternative enables anyone to easily play their software synth by using the same simple gestures as on a Korg Kaoss instrument. The Chord Trigger function allows chords to be assigned to the pads and played back. When utilized in conjunction with the Touch Scale function, users can quickly develop musical patterns/ideas into songs without the need for deep editing.

A generous array of licenses/discount coupons are bundled with the Taktile/TRITON Taktile, enabling users to start performing with popular music software immediately. Included are: Korg M1 Le software; EZDrummer Lite; Ultra Analog Session; Strum Acoustic Session; Lounge Lizard Session; Ableton Live discount coupon; and Reason Limited DAW software.

The Korg Taktile/TRITON Taktile will be available in June 2014 with US Street prices as follows: Taktile 25 - $249.99; Taktile 49 - $349.99; TRITON Taktile 25 - $349.99; TRITON Taktile 49 - $499.99 For more information, please visit www.korg.com."

Update: NAMM Floor Videos:

[NAMM] Korg Triton Taktile

Published on Jan 23, 2014 Audiofanzine·966 videos

"Here's a presentation of the new Korg Triton Taktile at the NAMM Show 2014."

NAMM 2014: Korg Taktile MIDI controllers and Triton Taktile synths

Published on Jan 23, 2014 Future Music Magazine·346 videos

"Korg release a new range of MIDI controllers in various formats, including the Taktile Triton's with built in synth sounds. Future Music get a demo at NAMM 2014"

Kraft Music - Korg Taktile Triton NAMM 2014

Published on Jan 23, 2014

New Arturia BeatStep Controller & Sequencer

Published on Jan 23, 2014 Arturia Web·119 videos

"Arturia's Beatstep offers a new degree of functionality and performance for a portable pad controller. BeatStep is highly versatile, capable of triggering clips in such applications as Ableton Live, playing drums in conjunction with such applications as BFD or EZDrummer.

But BeatStep is also a 16-step analog sequencer for creating all kinds of musical phrases to be sent to analog synthesizers, MIDI drum machines, MIDI keyboard devices, or computer programs.
Its vast connectivity allows you to connect the BeatStep to a computer or iPAD using USB, a drum module using MIDI or an analog synthesizer equipped with CV/GATE."

Sonic Sense Pro Audio demo video with the Arturi MiniBRUTE:

New at NAMM 214 Arturia Beatstep Sequencer and Pad Controller First Look

Published on Jan 23, 2014 SonicSenseProAudio·112 videos

"Quick demo performance of the brand new Arturia Beatstep pad controller and sequencer. Each part was sequenced with the Beatstep.

For more demos, tutorials, and comparisons, check out our blog at www.sonicsense.com/blog"

Update: and the press release with price:

"Arturia steps up to the beat with breakthrough BeatStep sequencer/controller

“BeatStep is another great Arturia product that now sits firmly in our studio. We have started to integrate it into our live show for on-the-fly programming and sequencing, giving us great control over drum programming — much fun!”

- Tony Mitolo, 2014 (Empire Of The Sun drummer)


GRENOBLE, FRANCE: music software and hardware company Arturia is proud to launch BeatStep — an amazingly compact and bijou, space-saving tabletop pad controller-cum-step sequencer that is as powerful as it is portable — at the 2014 NAMM Show, January 23-26 in Anaheim, California.

Arturia’s breakthrough BeatStep offers a new level of functionality and performance features in a powerful, portable pad- and encoder- laden USB Class-compliant controller at a hitherto unheard of price-to-performance ratio. Taken at face value, triggering audio clips within powerful, flexible software environments such as Ableton Live or playing drum parts in conjunction with the likes of FXpansion BFD or Toontrack EZdrummer is as easy as exercising your trigger fingers!

Users can comfortably use BeatStep’s 16 sensitively-spaced, velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads to create dynamic percussion performances. Performing onstage? Well, when working in CNTRL (controller) mode those pads backlit LEDs are brightly lit in red — perfect for overcoming far from ideal lighting conditions that are typically associated with onstage operation. Actually, this also assists with making studio-based beats easier on the eye, too.

But beyond that trigger-happy, percussion-friendly facade lies a wealth of flexible features for creating mind-blowing music. Switch to SEQ (sequencer) mode and those backlit LEDs become blue for instant visual confirmation of the mode change. The pads now perform a different function, too. Each one represents a step in a 16-step sequence while pitch adjustments for each step is available via BeatStep’s 16 encoders. Up to 16 sequence pattens can be conveniently stored for instant recall. Elsewhere, encoder-enabled scale modes, sequencer playback modes, and time division functions allow for realtime performance changes.

Whatever your connectivity preferences may be, Arturia has helped keep BeatStep one step ahead of the competition by thoughtfully providing MIDI, USB, and CV/GATE options. Users can comfortably drive anything from software instruments to suitably-equipped hardware, including instruments like Arturia’s own super-selling MiniBrute Analog Synthesizer and MicroBrute Analog Synthesizer. Supporting BeatStep’s super-slender form factor, a custom breakout cable can be used to drive standard MIDI gear. Freedom of choice is always a wonderful thing — even more so when it comes to step sequencing!

Speaking of connectivity, when used with an Apple iPad and Camera Connection Kit combo, BeatStep becomes one of the most flexible iPad app controllers around as well. Indeed, its relatively diminutive dimensions make these desirable devices the perfect production partnership. After all, freedom to travel is also a wonderful thing — especially when carrying around a production-ready BeatStep-carrying backpack that is far from backbreaking and also unlikely to break the bank!

Those wishing to use BeatStep as a general purpose control surface are also well and truly catered for since its pads can be configured to be MIDI CC buttons or assigned to send Program and Bank Change messages as well as note messages. The transport buttons can be MMC controls or MIDI CC to start and stop any connected DAW. With 16 encoders, 16 pads/buttons, and 16 preset memories at your command, you can come up with multiple ways to use BeatStep in any live or studio environment.

Put simply, your wish is BeatStep’s command. Controlling and step sequencing is fun and flexible — and all available at an amazing asking price with Arturia’s breakthrough BeatStep. To see one is to want one — which is exactly why Arturia has seen fit to include a Kensington Lock to keep your BeatStep secure from prying eyes (and hands)! However, you can walk away with one from your local authorised Arturia dealer for only €129.00 USD/$99.00 EUR (MSRP)... soon.


BeatStep will be available to purchase at the end of March from the Arturia online store (http://www.arturia.com/evolution/en/buy/online-shop.html)
or any authorised dealer for $129.00 USD/€99.00 EUR."

Update2: NAMM video:

NAMM 2014: Arturia BeatStep hardware sequencer and Spark 2 software

Published on Jan 23, 2014 Future Music Magazine·343 videos

"FM get a video demo of a new USB hardware step sequencer with CV and MIDI. Plus, see an update to the Spark software"

NAMM 2014: Arturia Beat Step - First Look (Video)

Published on Jan 23, 2014 sonicstate·613 videos

"NAMM 2014: Arturia Beat Step - First Look (Video) Compact Control Powerhouse"

Elektron Analog RYTM Drum Machine NAMM Floor Video by Sonic State

See update4 in the main Analog RYTM NAMM post here.

NAMM 2014: Teenage Engineering OP-1 OS update.

Published on Jan 23, 2014 Future Music Magazine·341 videos

"A new OS update for Teenage Engineering's OP-1 synths adds even more features to this power-packed, portable synth."

Upcoming Events for Verbos Electronics

via Verbos Electonics on Facebook

New Studio Electronics Red Boomstar 700

via Studio Elektronic on Facebook

MiniKORG 700 filter?

New Studio Electronics Boomstar SE80

via Studio Electronics on Facebook

"Sounds good anywhere."

Guessing this one is based on the Yamaha CS80. Previous models include four filter types: 4075-classic Arp 2600, 5089-classic Moog 24db ladder, SEM-classic Oberheim 12db, 303-classic Roland TB.

http://www.studioelectronics.com/products/synths/boomstar/

New Hex Inverter Mutant Drums Series

via Hex Inverter on Facebook

"Mutant Drums attack!!!

Coming soon in eurorack modular format.

http://cv.hexinverter.net/?projects=mutant-hihats

Graphics by http://papernoise.net/ — with Hannes Pasqualini."

Chasing Bateman

Chasing Bateman from Kevin VC on Vimeo.

"I still don't really know whether I caught him
I'm still trying to catch the touchplate
An improvisation on the 200e"