encoders

by Nick Walsh ·Posted 02/06/2023

As a live producer, I'm always on the lookout for the latest and greatest tools to help me bring my visions to life. When it comes to livestreaming, the LiveU Solo Pro SDI/HDMI 4K Video/Audio Encoder is the reigning champ in the encoder world. LiveU technology is used by many news organizations around the world. The Solo portable encoder is routed in the pioneering technology that has made LiveU the go-to for live transmission. The

Hands-On Review : Elektron Analog Rytm

1,002 Views ·Posted 08/26/2014

The arrival of the Rytm drum machine from Elektron has been highly anticipated due to its design, which combines analog sound generation with digital sample playback, forming a versatile tool for musicians, producers and sound designers alike. In this video, Rob Rives takes us on a guided tour of the Rytm, demonstrates some of the unit’s extensive capabilities, and gives us a sampling of its vast sound-generating functions.

Icon Digital QCon Pro

1,430 Views ·Posted 03/24/2014

In the following video, Rob Rives demonstrates the QCon Pro DAW controller from Icon Digital, and how it is capable of streamlining your workflow when tracking and mixing. The video explores the unit's compatibility and functionality with a variety of common DAWS such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Ableton Live, including its mapped controls. Rives discusses how the QCon Pro's eight touch-sensitive, motorized faders can be used to control different

Native Instruments Maschine Studio

1,443 Views ·Posted 01/22/2014

The new Studio model is the largest of NI’s Maschine controllers and ships with the 2.0 version of the software. Featuring pads for playing drums and melodies, sequencing, sampling, effects, and an 8GB library of drum sounds, loops, and instruments.

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Wish-List Picks: Keyboard Controllers

62 Views ·Posted 12/17/2013

In this video we take a look at 4 very portable USB controller keyboards that allow musicians to play music using computer software or iOS apps.

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Novation Launchkey

623 Views ·Posted 08/01/2013

More than just keyboards, the Novation Launchkeys offer pads, knobs, faders, buttons, and transport controls while the InControl software automatically maps them to your DAW.