NAMM Gear Of The Show Award: Akai APC40

NAMM always gives us a massive Gear Hangover. With the multitude of new product announcements, demonstrations, performances and parties, it consistently shocks us when we make it back to the office in one piece…well, mostly one piece… Reflecting back on this year’s show, there were many “bits of kit” that will not only raise the high-water mark for the industry, but also set the pace for 2009. With the...

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Ableton Upgrades Live To Version 8

Ableton has upgraded their beloved Live digital audio production software suite to version 8. In addition to the new version, Ableton also revealed several exciting initiatives for debut in 2009 including the ability for Live users to collaborate remotely on projects. Live 8 and Suite 8 have been enhanced with a new groove engine, revamped warping techniques, live looping, five new effects (including the Ableton Vocoder), crossfades...

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