Aurex reviews the Code, Block, and Ohm64
Belgium minimal techno / elektro artist Aurex reviews the Code, Block, and Ohm64. He also made some really kick ass sequencers for all of them.
More info:
Code is a flexible and stylish control surface for computer music creation and performance. Its compact grid of 32 endless encoders with LED rings have built-in pushbuttons with addressable LEDs let you “think outside the grid.” Code sends and receives MIDI, providing endless possibilities for use with software such as Ableton Live, Max/MSP, Properllerhead’s Reason and Record, and NI Traktor, just to name a few.
Block is a compact and programmable MIDI control surface designed for interactive audio performance. Built on the same bi-directional and adaptable platform as the Ohm64, Block provides a powerful interface for creating and interacting with sound in a small easy-to-transport body.
The Ohm64 is an adaptable, programmable, and interactive MIDI control surface designed to give you hands-on control over your performance. High-quality sliders, knobs and buttons provide the interface for creative expression, whether you’re mixing samples and synths or DJ’ing a cutting-edge set. Constructed with anodized aluminum and hand-finished wood, the quality is felt down to your fingertips.
Voyager Controller Techniques
Minimoog Voyager XL MIDI & CV Controller Features
A quick look at a few of the many MIDI and CV control capabilities of the Minimoog Voyager XL. An XL prototype, Slim Phatty prototype, Moog Voyager, Moogerfoogers, Korg MicroX, Yamaha MU80 and more are used to test some of the XL’s more advanced functions.
Introducing mlrv 2.0
mlrv is a hypersampling instrument for grid-based music contollers like the monome, livid ohm/block, novation launchpad, and akai apc/mpd. the software allows a sound file or live recording to be mapped across each row (or grid cell) and assigned a triggering behavior. within this simple set of constraints and a complete MIDI + OSC remote control system, the performer of electronic music can be freed from the laptop, and at the very least appear to be doing something interesting. mlrv is an refactoring of brian crabtree’s original mlr, extended by trent gill (galapagoose) and michael felix (%) of /parallelogram/
more infos: parallelogram.cc/mlrv
ExpressionPad – midi/synth controller for the iPad
Mugician developer Rob Fielding created this demo video for ExpressionPad – a new kind of midi/synth controller for the iPad. Continuous multi-touch support means you can control pitch bend, dynamics, and modulation with each touch, even as you change notes.
ExpressionPad (App Store link)
expressionPad is a new kind of midi/synth controller. Continuous multi-touch support means you can control pitch bend, dynamics, and modulation with each touch, even as you change notes. We’ve created a flexible and intuitive interface so you can focus on music. Watch our video and see for yourself!
Tune your expressionPad in fourths, fifths, or in guitar tunings such as standard or Open C.expressionPad features a built-in polyphonic synthesizer so you can start making music right away. Experience the flexibility of polyphonic portamento an electronic music first!
Connect to your music studio via Wifi MIDI. With expressionPad and our free moxMidi tool enables you to control Reason, Ableton Live, Logic, Garage Band, and more!
expressionPad is rounded out with all sorts of little touches: Color your expressionPad like a piano, or color it by pitch. Enable or disable touch parameters. Adjust global pitch bend and base amplification. We’ve worked hard to make a clean interface, a clear synthesizer, and lightning-fast MIDI response. Push your musical ideas to new limits with expressionPad.
iPad MIDI controller for the Arturia Minimoog V, iMinimoogV
iControlMidiDesign has introduced a dedicated iPad MIDI controller for the Arturia Minimoog V, iMinimoogV:
Leveraging 2 years of experience in designing GUI for control surface and 25+ years of experience in designing synthesizers sounds, we are bringing the best of those experiences to the iPad with iControlMIDI for Arturia MinimoogV, namely iMinimoogV.
Details below.
iControlMIDI uses your:
- iPad with WiFi connectivity
- WiFi router (like an AirPort)
- [MAC] MacOS / Utilities / AudioMIDISetup / Network (MIDI Network Sessions)
- [PC] rtpMIDI and Apple Bonjour
iControlMIDI let you control all MIDI controllable parameters.
iMinimoogV is available now for $29.99.
Control is here
Intro to Control: Free MIDI / OSC software for iOS
One More Muse has released Control, a new controller app for iOS that allows you to create custom interfaces.
Control enables users to create their own interfaces for controlling musical, artistic and virtual reality applications. It is built on top of Apple’s WebKit rendering engine and allows users to define their interfaces via JSON files.
Control features
- Outputs both Wireless MIDI and Open Sound Control (OSC).
- Reads and outputs data from Accelerometer, Gyro and Compass sensors (on applicable devices) with adjustable update rates.
- The ability to script behaviors for widgets using JavaScript.
- Auto-discovery of wireless networks via Bonjour.
- Interfaces can be pushed to the phone via OSC or downloaded from the web.
- Supports both portrait and landscape interface orientations.
- Interfaces work on both iPhones and iPads.
Control is available as a free app for iOS 4.2 or later.
More information: One More Muse / Control
Korg introduced the new nanoSERIES2
Korg has recently introduced the new nanoSERIES2 – three compact USB-MIDI controllers.
Here’s a brief overview on the updated Korg nano controllers:
- The nanoKEY2 is equipped with 25 velocity-sensing keys and an advanced design for reliable recording.
- For entering drum parts, the nanoPAD2 is the top choice. It boasts 16 responsive pads and an X-Y touchpad, just as on the Kaossilator Pro.
- The nanoKONTROL2 provides knobs, switches, and faders – for controlling any DAW computer based DAW or numerous types of other music production software.
Each of the three nanoSERIES2 models is available in Black or White.
Pricing hasn’t been announced, but the updated nanoSeries is expected to retail at about the same price as the originals.
Free Wireless MIDI control app for iPhone/iPad
Onoko has released Pad MIDI (App Store link), a free Wireless MIDI control app for iPhone/iPad.
Features:
- Supports native Mac OS Network MIDI (Core MIDI)
- 16 assignable / renameable MIDI pads
- Full 88 key piano
- Selectable MIDI channel and velocity
There’s a tutorial on setting up MIDI on an OS X network at Nix Fox-Gieg’s Tutorials.
Introducing gbTouch for iPad
Highlights the features of Delora gbTouch iPad application
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_9N7GpYlj8
Delora Software introduces gb Touch For iPad. Transform your iPad into a touch screen controller for GarageBand. With features such as layouts automatically adjusting for landscape or portrait orientation. The following videos explain what gb Touch is and how you can get the most out of the app.
KONKREET PERFORMER – New visual OSC controller for iOS
KONKREET PERFORMER is a first of a kind visual OSC controller and visualizer for your DAW / Synth / Drum Machine / Sampler etc.
KONKREET PERFORMER aims to be used in the studio and on stage. it addresses digital music control and performance in whole new and unique way — be ready to explore multitouch to the extreme!
Konkreet Labs has announced Konkreet Performer. A first of a kind visual OSC controller and visualizer for your DAW / Synth / Drum Machine / Sampler etc. It aims to be used in the studio and on stage. it addresses digital music control and performance in whole new and unique way — be ready to explore multitouch to the extreme! Coming soon for iPad / iPhone / iPod Touch.
Visit Konkreet Labs on the Web at http://konkreetlabs.com/
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