[ad_1] The same workflow from that desktop app is carried over to the standalone groovebox, so you should be able to seamlessly bounce back and forth between the two depending on your mood. When in standalone mode the Maschine+ will be able to run a whole bunch of plugins from the Komplete library, including softsynths […]
Category: native instruments
Pioneer’s Rekordbox DJ software now syncs with Dropbox
[ad_1] Other items of note include the addition of Ableton Link support, for syncing your timecode across other devices and an Auto Relocate feature so you can find tracks on-the-fly if they’ve been moved. And later this spring, the Beatsource Link direct-to-device streaming services will be supported. On the iOS side of things (sorry Android […]
This week’s best deals: Sony headphones, Surface Pro 7 and more
[ad_1] Surface Pro 7 bundle You can still get a good discount on the Surface Pro 7 from Microsoft. A model with a Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage bundled with a Type Cover is just $822. Typically, Microsoft sells these items separately, with the Type Cover alone going for $150 […]
Native Instruments’ $50 retro synth plug-in is currently free
[ad_1] While “free” is a great price, it can be difficult to navigate Native Instrument’s software ecosystem — users can’t simply download the Analog Dreams software and start playing. First, they need to download and install the company’s Native Access management tool, followed by its free Kontakt Player plug-in. Then, they can finally download expansions […]
The best portable (and affordable) USB MIDI controllers
[ad_1] But before we get to the nitty-gritty, let’s be clear about what we’re looking at here. For one, we’re only considering keyboard-style controllers. While pads are a bonus, we’ll be ignoring pad-only controllers like the Novation Launchpad. (They’re a different beast.) We’re also focused on USB-MIDI controllers. My reasoning: I assume most of you […]
Native Instruments’ Massive X software synth is finally here
[ad_1] The new plug-in isn’t meant to be an update to Massive — instead it’s a complete redesign of the original. There’s no cross-compatibility between the two synths, meaning there’s no way to open any of Massive’s presets on the newer instrument. According to the description on the Native Instruments website, Massive X is “built […]
The best USB audio interface
[ad_1] Why you should trust us Daniel Varghese is a Wirecutter associate staff writer who covers the AV and smart-home categories. He has been using USB audio interfaces since high school, when he used to record his school band, and he continues to use them as a musician and podcast producer. Daniel solicited the help […]