RPM8 Active Studio Monitors (Single)

RPM8 Active Studio Monitors (Single) Review

RPM8 Active Studio Monitors (Single) Feature

• Two-way, active, bi-amplified, nearfield studio monitor with accurate playback
• 8" LF driver: woven-kevlar woofer, 80W RMS
• High output up to 113 dB SPL
• Combination XLR-1/4" TRS inputs for compatibility with a wide variety of source equipment
• Active, fourth-order crossovers

RPM8 reference production studio monitors are specifically designed for use with MPC music production workstations and production controllers. RPM8 studio monitors are two-way, active, bi-amplified, nearfield loudspeakers made for producers, recording engineers, remix artists, DJs and other musicians.The two-way monitors each feature an eight-inch woven-kevlar low-frequency driver with 80W RMS of continuous amplification for robust, full bass all the way down to 39 Hz. The monitors high-frequency system consists of a one-inch silk-dome tweeter with 40W RMS of continuous amplification, mounted on a custom, functionally optimized waveguide for excellent control of directivity and reduction of unwanted early reflections.RPM8 studio monitors contain active, fourth-order crossovers for outstanding separation and optimal power management. Their cabinet is constructed of industry-standard MDF for low resonance, and is dually ported on the front baffle for bass extension in any setting, including soffit-mounted installations.The bi-amplification, ported cabinet design and overall acoustical efficiency combine to produce a speaker that can deliver up to powerful 113 dB SPL and with accurate frequency response from 39 Hz to 20 kHz.RPM8 monitors feature a bicolor LED clip indicator, which assists in avoiding damage to your system. You can connect professional studio systems to the RPM8s combination XLR-balanced -inch TRS inputs for compatibility with a wide variety of source equipment.Specs: Frequency Response: 39 20,000 Hz 3 dBMaximum Output: 113 dB SPL @ 1mEnclosure Type: Ported, dual, front firingPowered/Unpowered: Powered, bi-amplifiedAmplifiers: 80W RMS LF, 40W RMS, HFInputs: XLR3 + 1/4" TRS combinationSensitivity: 123 dB SPLWoofer Size/Type: 8" woven KevlarTweeter Size/Type: 1" silk domeMagnetic Shielding: YesOperating Voltage: 100 230V ACCabinet Dimensions: 17.5" x 11" x 13.5"Weight: 32.5 lbs.Audio Input Wiring:+ = Tip = Pin 2- = Ring...

Akai EWI4000S Professional Electronic Wind Instrument Bundle

Akai EWI4000S Professional Electronic Wind Instrument Bundle Review

Akai EWI4000S Professional Electronic Wind Instrument Bundle Feature

• Akai EWI4000S Professional Electronic Wind Instrument.
• Samson HP10 Stereo Headphones.
• Hosa MID-305BK Midi Cable Black 5ft.

Akai EWI4000S Professional Electronic Wind Instrument.

The Akai Professional EWI4000S is a giant leap in the evolution of wind instruments. The heart of the EWI4000S is its "first in the industry" built-in sound module that lets musicians plug a wireless MIDI or audio set up into the base of the EWI, and move freely around the stage without being tethered by wires.
- Electronic Valve Instrument (EVI) fingering mode for brass players.
- Touch sensitive keys and octave roller for quick and responsive playing.
- Sensitive breath sensor for expressive dynamics.
- Built-in analog modeling synth sound module.
- Built-in MIDI output for use with sound modules.
- PC and Mac Editor software for customizing, storing and instantly recalling internal sounds.
- Lightweight and portable design with battery power.

Bundle Also Includes :
- Samson HP10 Stereo Headphones.
- Hosa MID-305BK Midi Cable Black 5ft.

Akai Professional EWI USB Electronic Wind Controller (Standard)

Akai Professional EWI USB Electronic Wind Controller (Standard) Review

Akai Professional EWI USB Electronic Wind Controller (Standard) Feature

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The Akai Professional EWI USB is an electronic wind instrument for musicians looking for an easy-to-play, easy-to-use controller. Akai Professional's decades of experience in wind and electronic music instruments are rolled into Akai's most user-friendly—and most affordable—EWI ever.Premium Pedigree For over 20 years, Akai Professional has studied the art of playing saxophone, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and other traditional wind instruments and developed electronic wind instruments that enable wind players to enjoy the same expressive control as in an acoustic instrument. Akai Professional designed the EWI USB to give wind players the expressive musical capabilities previously found only in much more expensive instruments.Professional Performance EWIs are the only choice for serious wind players looking to make music electronically. While EWI USB is easy and fun to use, it's also powerful, flexible, and—most importantly—reliable enough for use on stage and in the studio by professional musicians.Computer Control EWI USB's is extremely flexible because it harnesses your computer to generate its sounds. Its USB interface means that all you need is nearly any Mac or PC and the included EWI USB software, and you're ready to practice, perform, create, and record with a full collection of wind instrument sounds. Aria Player software was produced specifically for use with EWI USB, providing wind players with an unprecedented level of expressive control..

Akai MPK25 25-key Keyboard Controller with MPC Pads

Akai MPK25 25-key Keyboard Controller with MPC Pads Review

Akai MPK25 25-key Keyboard Controller with MPC Pads Feature

• 25-key semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch for expressive melodic creativity
• MPC-pad section of 12 genuine MPC pads with pressure and velocity sensitivity
• MPC pads access four banks each for instant access to 48 samples
• Assignable Q-Link controller section for flexible control of most software parameters
• MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, and arpeggiator aid in creative process

A portable keyboard controller, the Akai MPK25 is a powerful production tool with MPC production controls. Featuring the same MPC pads as the MPK49, the MPK25 scales down the keyboard by 24 keys and retains the utility, capability, and flexibility that makes the MPK49 one of the world's hottest keyboards. Because of its small footprint, you can create tracks whenever inspiration strikes you. Plus the portability makes it a great travel companion. All you need is your laptop and the MPK25. AC_FL_RunContent( 'codebase','http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=9,0,28,0','width','330','height','220','title','Akai MPK25 Compact 25 Key Keyboard Controller','src','http://www.americanmusical.com/ItemFiles/Flash/AKAmpk25','quality','high','pluginspage','http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/download.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash','movie','http://www.americanmusical.com/ItemFiles/Flash/AKAmpk25' ); //end AC code Akai MPK25 Keyboard Controller Features 25-key semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch for expressive melodic cr

Korg nanoPAD USB Drum Controller, White

Korg nanoPAD USB Drum Controller, White Review

Korg nanoPAD USB Drum Controller, White Feature

• 12 Trigger Pads With Velocity And 4 Velocity Curves
• X-Y Pad
• ROLL Button
• FLAM Button
• HOLD Button
• FLAM Button; HOLD Button
• Color: White
• ROLL Button, X-Y Pad

The Korg nanoPAD is a unique, exceptionally responsive pad that has inherited the terrific sensitivity and feel of the Korg padKONTROL, one of the most highly sought-after pad controllers on the market, in a smaller format! The Korg nanoPad offers 12 excellent feeling and highly responsive pads in a new, smaller footprint. In addition, a new Chord Trigger function lets you enter chords onto a single pad, helping you to make the most of the work surface as you create. The pads are also able to transmit control change messages, making this a great interface for soloing or muting mixer tracks, turning objects on and off, or triggering clips during your live performances. nanoPAD’s X-Y pad offers Roll and Flam modes, to help you lay down ultra-realistic drum grooves. The X-Y pad will also send MIDI CC (Control Change), making it a go-to interface for any parameter within your software that requires full range MIDI control such as pitch, cutoff, volume and beyond. With the KORG KONTROL Editor (downloadable free of charge from the Korg website) you can customize four scenes that address the pads and X-Y pad can be stored within nanoPAD to suit your control needs. That means you actually have access to 48 notes/chords, 60 MIDI controllers, or any combination of the two types of data at any given time. Also, select one of three velocity curves or a fixed velocity to tailor the nanoPAD to your touch. The nanoPAD also comes complete with a download code for Toontrack’s EZDrummer Lite, offering super-realistic, highly responsive drums in a convenient plug in, plus you can upgrade to the full version of EZDrummer for a special price, and a free downloadable Editor/Librarian to help you create setups to suit your specific control needs.

Intermediate Piano and Keyboard Method (Win/Mac)

Intermediate Piano and Keyboard Method (Win/Mac) Review

Intermediate Piano and Keyboard Method (Win/Mac) Feature

• Play pieces by famous composers in a broad range of musical styles
• Comprehensive music curriculum with 150+ lessons
• Conventional scales, chord progressions, and finger techniques
• Learn the blues form, scales, and patterns needed to improvise
• Video demonstrations of techniques and practical advice

The eMedia Intermediate Piano and Keyboard Method software features over 150 lessons and 50 songs with a focus on blues, classics, conventional scales, chord progressions, improvisation and other techniques necessary for mastering the piano. Vadim Ghin, author of the innovative eMedia Intermediate Piano and Keyboard Method CD-ROM, holds a Masters Degree in Piano from the Julliard School of Music, and has taught extensively at Julliard, New York University, and the Manhattan School of Music. AC_FL_RunContent( 'codebase','http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=9,0,28,0', 'width','330','height','286','title','eMedia Intermediate Piano and Keyboard Method Video Demo','src','http://www.americanmusical.com/ItemFiles/Flash/eMediaPianoKeyboardMethodIntermediate','quality','high','pluginspage','http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/download.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash','movie','http://www.americanmusical.com/ItemFiles/Flash/eMediaPianoKeyboardMethodIntermediate' ); //end AC code

Alesis Q25

Alesis Q25 Review

Alesis Q25 Feature

• 25-note keyboard controller for melodic control of virtually all MIDI hardware and software
• Velocity sensitive keys for expressive, musical performance
• USB MIDI and traditional MIDI for use with Mac and PC, as well as MIDI hardware
• Pitch and Modulation wheels for capturing musical expression
• Backlit Octave Up and Down buttons expand your range

The Q25 is a 25-note, velocity-sensitive, MIDI keyboard controller with USB and traditional MIDI ports that enable you to connect to almost all MIDI equipment including software and sound modules. Thanks to Pitch and Modulation wheels, backlit Octave Up and Down buttons, and a Volume/Data Entry slider, you can add expression, range, and dynamics to your performances quickly and effortlessly.