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Akai SYNTHSTATION 25 Midi Keyboard Controller

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Akai Professional  introduced its cool Akai product the SynthStation25 at the 2010 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, California. The Akai SynthStation25 keyboard controller transforms your iPhone into a portable music production studio for mobile music creation. The SynthStation25 features 25 velocity sensitive, synth-action keys, a built-in dock for the iPhone, pitch and modulation wheels, physical control buttons, audio out and headphone out.

The SynthStation25 is designed to work well with the Akai Professional SynthStation Studio app as well as other MIDI software. The SynthStaton Studio app is the Apple iPhone application that is available exclusively from Akai. It is a  3 powerful virtual analog synthesizers application each with different 3 oscillators synths and drum kits. The SynthStation app enable musicians to sequence, build songs and change all just like a typical sequencer, play your keys and mess with all your settings of your synths. The two separate products when work together will transform the iPhone into a professional musical instrument.

Similarly, if you intend to use the controller as a standalone midi controller, all you need to do is to remove the iPhone from the dock and you can use it with any MIDI software you like. The cool SynthStation25 easy setup, with battery powered option and flexibility, is deemed a preferred choice for musicians on the go.

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Kawai MP5 Stage Piano Keyboard

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The Kawai MP5 continues the heritage of Kawai’s highly acclaimed MP8II stage piano but in a compact and lighter package. The Kawai MP5 is a very powerful MIDI Controller Keyboard and Professional Stage Piano. The MP5 features 88 weighted keys Advanced Hammer Action IV (AHAIV) with Acoustic ReactionTM Technology, 192-notes Polyphony, 256 high-quality instrument sounds including Kawai famous Concert Grand Piano sound along with newly sampled alternative grand piano, Electric Piano, plus dozens of other instrument sounds including Drawbar, Organ, Strings, Brass, Synth and Guitar, 256 user setups, 4-zone control, 4 real-time control knobs, backlit LCD display, Reverb and Effects.

The MP5 utilizes Kawai’s acclaimed Harmonic Imaging Sound Technology to create its impressive concert grand piano sound. The piano’s sound is great both in mono and stereo.  The AHAIV delivers uncompromising feel in a surprising lightweight and portable keyboard action. With tons of polyphony the MP5 can handle even the most demanding performances, and it is great because notes never run out even with four internally layered sounds and each sound can have it’s own effect.

The MP5 is recommended for the masses who want a nice bright, full piano sound, not too heavily weighted keys, ample polyphony, much internal storage and a solid bread and butter sound pallet. Similarly, the Kawai MP5 Professional Stage Piano would satisfy the most demanding performer’s need for impeccable sound quality, responsive touch and powerful control, and the MP5 delivers all these, and more . . . all at an impressively affordable price. The portable keyboard weight 20.5 kg. Check it out!

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Alesis Micron SE Analog Modeling Synthesizer

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Alesis introduced  its Special and Limited Edition, Alesis micron se Analog Modeling Synthesizer, and announced its immediate availability. The special Blue version is a new addition to Alesis popular analog modeling synthesizer and family. The micron se features eight-voice analog modeling synthesizer, with 37-key synth-action touch sensitive keyboard, more than 600 preset sounds, robust sequencing section with phase, step, and drum, stereo effects, and an arpeggiator, Effects; including Stereo, Reverbs and Delays. Each of the micron’s voices contains two filters, and each filter can be one of the following different types, each with its own character and sonic flavor. Each of the micron’s voices contains two LFOs, each of which offers rate, depth, shape, and tempo sync, and three envelopes: Amp Envelope, Filter Envelope, and Pitch/Modulation Envelope.

The Alesis micron se analog modeling synthesizer though small in size but, do not underestimate the instrument, the micron se delivers robust sound and impressive sonic flexibility. Regardless, whether musicians choose to use the synth for live performance or studio environment, and whether they choose to create their own sounds or work with the preset sounds, the micron se is the ideal companion with powerful synthesis capabilities, great sound and excellent portability.

If you’re considering getting a cheap, easy to use analog synth emulator, than you should seriously consider the Alesis Micron Se Analog Modeling Synthesizer. Its sixties Sci-Fi flavored aesthetics and simple control layout belies a sophisticated, yet user-friendly electronic music instrument.

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