electronic music without the computer
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I have owned a Crave for a while now, but only recenly starting delving into the patching options more. So here is a useful nugget about how to use the Modwheel on an external synth to control parameters on Crave.…
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Separate Roland Aira T-8 Bass and Drums Channels
Here is a quick tip I picked up for recording the Roland Aira T-8. You can separate out the Bass and Drums in the mix by hardpanning them left and right. This allows you to easily control the volume of…
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Captain Scarlett – Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Review
After my old Edirol Audio Interface died, I searched around online for a suitable replacement and the name that kept coming up again and again was the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2. There was a plentiful supply on eBay, so it did…
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What is the difference between Lexicon MPX and MX ranges?
Lexicon Range If you are looking into pickup an old rackmounted Reverb or FX units by Lexicon there is a confusing array of models under the MPX and MX name. The lines are blurred, but in general, the MPX Range…
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Arturia Key Step Pro Arpeggiator
I am a big fan of the Arturia Key Step Pro. It has a straight forward interface for sequencing 4 different instruments and as well as MIDI, it is staked full of CV outputs for modular and semi-modular gear. But…
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TC Electronic M300 Review
Overview If you are looking for a versatile and affordable multi-effects processor mainly for reverb and delay in rack mounted format, then you might want to check out picking up a used TC Electronic M300. This 1U rackmount unit features…
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Roland Aira T-8 Review
Roland has so far launched 4 synths in its Aira compact series: the S-1 Tweak Synth, T-8 Beat Machine, the J-6 Chord Synth and the E-4 Voice Tweaker. You can find out about he range here on Roland’s website. They…
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New OId Circuit Tracks Packs
Last week Novation released a bundle of OG Circuit packs for the Circuit Tracks. So hook up your Circuit Tracks to the Components software and get downloading for some New (but old) sound packs! The collection includes seven packs from…
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Cheap Acid: Behringer TD-3 Review
The Behringer TD-3 is a faithful recreation of the classic Roland TB-303 Bass Line synthesizer, with the same classic sound, some added features and enhancements, and the same love it or loath it sequencer (more of that later) at a…
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New DAWLESS EP: The Data Lakes – One Up
This month I have released a brand new DAWLESS EP. I am pretty pleased with how it turned out and think its the best one yet. These tracks were all recorded live using mainly a Arturia Microfreak, Behringer TD-3 and…