Gear

Ableton Live Michael Jackson Synth

Apr 22nd, 2011 | By | Category: Gear

Ableton Live is awesome, I’ve said this many times over, however this is truly cool and creative what you’ll see below
Here AfroDJMac sampled MJ’s performances from many songs and manipulated each snippet right inside of Ableton Live
A brief word from AfroDJMac…
I love Michael Jackson. So, why not use his voice as the groundwork for a […]



The Wonderful Korg Monotribe

Apr 13th, 2011 | By | Category: Gear

I’m yet to get my hands on the Korg Monotribe, but when I do I’ll be a happy camper. This little baby packs an 8 step sequencer with true analog synthesis; groove creation, and a ribbon keyboard built around classic analog components.
Checkout the video below!

Spec:

The powerful sound of true analog synthesis

3-part analog drums, using discrete […]



Solid State Logic X-Panda

Apr 11th, 2011 | By | Category: Gear

The X Panda, expands your mixing capabilities giving you greater control over mixes at your helm. Below are some excerpts from the Solid State Logic Website. Also, checkout the video from one of the Solid State Logic reps, in one of the most impressive sales pitches we’ve seen to date

“X-Panda Mono channels feature […]



Presonus Studiolive 16.0.2

Apr 8th, 2011 | By | Category: Gear

If you’re in a band or work FOH, you will love the new Presonus Studiolive 16.0.2. The killer feature for me, is the ability to control the mix  from an iPad and (soon to be announced) iPhone.
Band members on the fly can set up mixes, have total control of the arrangement right on stage. […]



Novation Twitch

Apr 6th, 2011 | By | Category: Gear

Super duper Novation Twitch is giving me an itch for my wallet! Packed with soooo much goodness; here is a video and spec listed below:

Mixer section:
8x pots: EQ and trim
2x channel faders
1x replaceable crossfader
2x Continuous rotary encoders
2x headphone assign buttons - enables respective deck in the cue mix
2x Fader FX assign buttons

Master section:
4x pots
Headphone level
Master/cue […]



Looking For An Awesome Guitar Pedal?

Apr 6th, 2011 | By | Category: Gear

Check out this robust, comprehensive effects unit that doubles as a guitar pedal for live or studio use. Below are just some of  the few features listed.

7-inch Touchscreen
Studio Quality Processing
Wi-Fi and Ethernet
3 x USB, 2 x Analogue and 2 x SPDIF connections
HDMI support
5.1 Surround Sound Mixer
4 Channel Architecture
Battery and Mains powered
Open Developer Community

For more info, […]



Uber Cool Ableton Live Setup

Apr 2nd, 2011 | By | Category: Gear

Ableton Live has been a huge staple in our studio setup for sometime now. It’s flexibility for studio and live performance are a great asset.
Check out the video below and leave a comment in the comment box!



Elektron Super Sampler

Feb 19th, 2011 | By | Category: Gear

Super sampler it is! This multitrack, time-stretching, 16 step sequencer/ modulator is a beast in the studio and live environment.
Some would suggest that this lil monster is Ableton Live in a box, which is a fair comment to be honest.
Check out the videos below by producers Richard Devine and Tim Sweeney.



A Use For Cassette Tape Case & iLok

Feb 15th, 2011 | By | Category: Gear



Mobile Vinyl Listening: Handy Trax

May 14th, 2009 | By | Category: Gear

So since I touched on mobility in my last post what better idea to talk about the Handy Trax by Vestax.
As you’re aware I travel up and down the country so being mobile for me is key. Having a MacBook Pro, M-Audio Ozonic, M-Audio Transit, a pair of cans (headphones) and a couple of hard […]