Korg TM-40 Large Display Digital Tuner and Metronome

Korg TM-40 Large Display Digital Tuner and Metronome Review

Korg TM-40 Large Display Digital Tuner and Metronome Feature

• Scale: 12 note equal temperament
• Detection Range*: C1 (32.70Hz) - C8 (4186.01Hz) for a sine wave
• Reference Tone: C4 (261.63Hz) C5 (523.25Hz) One octave or A Bb
• Tuning Modes: Meter mode (AUTO), Sound Out mode (MANUAL)
• Calibration Range: A4 = 410Hz 480Hz

Offers both tuner and metronome functions simultaneously or independently. Its large LCD-type needle delivers both the accuracy of an LCD and the excellent visibility of a needle indicator. It also has LED indicators that show pitch deviation or blink to indicate the tempo, making the TM-40 a highly visual tool. Provides quick and accurate coverage of a wide spectrum of notes and pitches for wind, string, keyboard, and most other instruments Excellent Functionality and a Wide Detection Range With a detection range of C1 (32.70 Hz) - C8 (4186.01 Hz), the TM-40 provides quick and accurate coverage of a wide spectrum of notes and pitches for wind, string, keyboard and most other instruments. Even low-pitched instruments with complex overtone structures are detected with the precision you expect from Korg. A built-in high-sensitivity mic allows acoustic instruments such as guitar and ukulele to be tuned easily and accurately, and the separately sold CM-100 contact mic can be used to send the vibrations directly to the tuner for even greater precision. Sound Out! In addition to the visual tuning guide provided by the meter, you can use the TM-40_s built-in speaker to produce a tuning reference pitch (Sound Out).

Stylophone Beatbox - the classic Stylophone updated!

Stylophone Beatbox - the classic Stylophone updated! Review

Stylophone Beatbox - the classic Stylophone updated! Feature

• Unique handheld synthesizer combines retro styling with new sound technology
• Three different sound modes: Beatbox, Percussion and Bass
• Record Loop and Playback function
• Loops can be layered to create multiple tracks
• Tempo Adjust lets you record and playback at different speeds

Let's have a little heart-to-heart about beatboxing. For starters, 99% of people who say they can beatbox really do nothing more than spit audibly into their hands, and with today's flu concerns, it's really best that you quit doing that. Really, quit it. Besides, you pretty much suck at beatboxing. (We're only telling you because we love you.) Never fear - we're bringing the beatbox into the flu-proof future with the Stylophone Beatbox. Don your neon tracksuit, Adidas sneakers, and bling and get ready to have musical badassery at your fingertips. electronic band playing it The Stylophone Beatbox is a portable electronic beats machine that contains all the classic beatbox sounds along with various percussion effects and bass. But that's not all! The record and scratch function allows you to play back loops of your work and the tempo switch lets you adjust the speed during the loop playback. (Read: It lets you record intricate beats super-slowly and then play them back quickly for maximum awesome.) The MP3 input feature lets you lay your own beats over your favorite tracks. Finally, for geek moms & dads, it even comes with a headphone socket so you don't have to hear all the racket. But what a beautiful racket it is...

Korg nanoPAD USB Drum Controller, Black

Korg nanoPAD USB Drum Controller, Black Review

Korg nanoPAD USB Drum Controller, Black Feature

• 12 Trigger Pads With Velocity And 4 Velocity Curves
• X-Y Pad
• ROLL Button
• FLAM Button
• HOLD Button
• X-Y touchpad, ROLL Button
• HOLD Button, FLAM Button
• A Small Pad Controller That's Big on Control

Korg's nanoPAD is a compact pad controller featuring 12 highly responsive trigger pads, each one capable of sending up to eight notes--or eight MIDI control messages--simultaneously, in addition to an X-Y touchpad with roll and flam functions for realistic drum programming.

A small pad controller that's big on control. Click to enlarge.

One of three nanoSERIES controllers.

Also available in white.

The Korg nanoSERIES
The Korg nanoSERIES provide a keyboard controller, a pad controller, and a studio controller with dedicated transport controls. Each of these USB-powered, slim-line controllers is designed to make the most of your valuable studio space, and is small enough to take with you on any musical journey. Place one of our keyboard controllers in front of your laptop, rest a pad controller on your music workstation, park a studio controller on your recording console--or anywhere else you need versatile control over your DAW, virtual instrument, effect or DJ software. Although small in size, all three nanoSERIES controllers go HUGE when it comes to functionality, yet their intuitive layouts provide extremely easy operation for any user.

nanoPAD--A Small Pad Controller That's Big on Control
When Korg set out to make a drum pad controller, they did their homework - with unique features and exceptionally responsive pads, the resulting padKONTROL became and remains one of the most highly sought-after pad controllers on the market. Enter the nanoPAD, offering 12 excellent feeling and highly responsive pads in a new, smaller footprint. In addition, a new Chord Trigger function lets you enter chords onto a single pad, helping you to make the most of the work surface as you create. The pads are also able to transmit control change messages, making this a great interface for soloing or muting mixer tracks, turning objects on and off, or triggering clips during your live performances.

nanoPAD's X-Y pad offers 'Roll' and 'Flam' modes, to help you lay down ultra-realistic drum grooves. The X-Y pad will also send MIDI CC (Control Change), making it a go-to interface for any parameter within your software that requires full range MIDI control such as pitch, cutoff, volume and beyond.

What's in the Box
Korg nanoPAD, USB cable, Owner's Manual The Korg nanoPAD is a unique, exceptionally responsive pad that has inherited the terrific sensitivity and feel of the Korg padKONTROL, one of the most highly sought-after pad controllers on the market, in a smaller format! The Korg nanoPad offers 12 excellent feeling and highly responsive pads in a new, smaller footprint. In addition, a new Chord Trigger function lets you enter chords onto a single pad, helping you to make the most of the work surface as you create. The pads are also able to transmit control change messages, making this a great interface for soloing or muting mixer tracks, turning objects on and off, or triggering clips during your live performances. nanoPAD’s X-Y pad offers Roll and Flam modes, to help you lay down ultra-realistic drum grooves. The X-Y pad will also send MIDI CC (Control Change), making it a go-to interface for any parameter within your software that requires full range MIDI control such as pitch, cutoff, volume and beyond. With the KORG KONTROL Editor (downloadable free of charge from the Korg website) you can customize four scenes that address the pads and X-Y pad can be stored within nanoPAD to suit your control needs. That means you actually have access to 48 notes/chords, 60 MIDI controllers, or any combination of the two types of data at any given time. Also, select one of three velocity curves or a fixed velocity to tailor the nanoPAD to your touch. The nanoPAD also comes complete with a download code for Toontrack’s EZDrummer Lite, offering super-realistic, highly responsive drums in a convenient plug in, plus you can upgrade to the full version of EZDrummer for a special price, and a free downloadable Editor/Librarian to help you create setups to suit your specific control needs.

Akai SYNTHSTATION25 25-Key Keyboard Controller For Iphone And Ipod Touch

Akai SYNTHSTATION25 25-Key Keyboard Controller For Iphone And Ipod Touch Review

Akai SYNTHSTATION25 25-Key Keyboard Controller For Iphone And Ipod Touch Feature

• 25-key MIDI keyboard controller with dock for iPhone and iPod touch
• Velocity-sensitive, synth-action keys for expressive performance
• Pitch and modulation wheels, octave +/-, and sound-bank buttons
• Stereo RCA line outputs and headphone jack
• MIDI-over-USB for use with virtually all music software
• Pitch and modulation wheels, octave + or -, and sound-bank buttons
• Pitch and modulation wheels, octave, and sound-bank buttons

The SynthStation25 transforms iPhone or iPod touch into a portable music production studio for mobile music creation. This MIDI keyboard controller gives your handheld device a two-octave set of piano keys and professional audio outputs, and it integrates perfectly with the Akai Pro SynthStation app and select third party apps. The SynthStation25 is powerful enough for professional musicians, yet virtually anyone can use it to easily create music. his 25-key synth keyboard features a built-in dock for iPhone or iPod touch that allows you to take performance beyond simply touching the screen. Touchscreen technology is amazing, but it doesn't respond to velocity which is a key component to capturing your musical expression. The SynthStation25 gives you two octaves of velocity-sensitive, synth-action keys, pitch and modulation wheels, and octave up and down and sound-bank buttons so everything you play get laid down in the mix. The SynthStation25 has a stereo pair of RCA line outputs and a headphone output for connection to recording and sound reinforcement systems.

Korg LP350 Home Lifestyle Piano

Korg LP350 Home Lifestyle Piano Review

Korg LP350 Home Lifestyle Piano Feature

• 88 notes , keyboard
• Touch Control: Light, Normal, Heavy
• Sound Generation: Stereo Sampling System
• Programs: 30 sounds (5 Pianos, 7 Electric Pianos, Harpsichord, 2 Clavs, Vibraphone, Marimba, Acoustic Guitar, 3 Jazz Organs, 3 Church Organs, 3 Strings, 3 Choirs)
• Metronome: Tempo, Time Signature, Accent and Volume controls

The Korg LP-350 is designed to visually complement nearly any living space. Less than 11 inches deep, the slim-line styling is both space-saving and efficient. When not in use, the thoughtful design of the LP-350 leaves a smooth, flat top with absolutely no protruding hinges, allowing the LP-350 to become part of your room's decor. Yet in spite of its slim-line profile, the LP-350 is equipped to provide a robust and accurate piano performance, complete with grand-touch action, all three pedals, and a powerful speaker system to deliver a rich piano sound. The LP-350 digital piano is available in two colors - classic black, or a restful and elegant white - each with metallic silver accents that add a modern touch. The LP-350 features our finest piano touch and feel, using our RH3 (Real Weighted Hammer Action 3). Just as on a traditional grand piano, the keyboard of this digital piano provides a heavier playing touch in the lower register, becoming progressively lighter towards the upper keys. Refinements designed for capturing rapidly repeated strikes ensure that the pianist's expressive abilities will not be impaired even during fast passages. Three levels of touch sensitivity are available using the Key Touch Control function, allowing you to customize the dynamic response to your own playing style. As a measure of environmental responsibility, Korg does not use lead in the keyboard hammers. The internal stereo sound system of the LP-350 digital piano features two large 10 cm speakers powered by a pair of 11-watt amplifiers. These speakers are housed in a bass-reflex enclosure, providing extended low-end response for a deep, full sound. The position of the speaker enclosure below the keyboard allows the sound to envelope the entire piano, creating a more natural resonance.

Korg SP170 88 Key Digital Piano, White

Korg SP170 88 Key Digital Piano, White Review

Korg SP170 88 Key Digital Piano, White Feature

• Keyboard: 88 notes (A0-C8), Natural Weighted Hammer Action (NH)
• Maximum Polyphony: 120 notes /60 notes (Stereo)
• Sounds: 10 Total; Piano x 2; E. Piano x 2; Harpsichord; E. Clavichord; Vibraphone; Pipe Organ; Electric Organ; Strings
• Effects: Reverb; Chorus (Effect depth is preset for each sound)
• Demo Songs: 10 songs (1 per sound)

Offering an affordable and rewarding piano solution, the Korg SP170 88 Key Digital Piano features an authentic feel and a captivating sound to satisfy the student, novice, or seasoned player. With a clean, fresh design that omits the traditional control panel, the portable and stylish SP-170 emphasizes the vital piano elements: a comfortable keyboard and satisfying sound. The two skillfully sampled concert grand piano sounds capture all the nuances of the performer's touch. A total of ten sounds are provided, including electric pianos, harpsichord, organs, strings, and more. Korg's new Natural Weighted Hammer Action (NH) faithfully reproduces the touch of an acoustic piano and the Key Touch Control offers three levels of sensitivity to match the keyboard response to any playing style. The SP-170's compact body houses a robust, built-in speaker system to deliver a deep and powerful sound along with a Reverb effect which adds depth and spaciousness to the sound; Chorus adds warmth and motion. Two headphone jacks allow for parent/child or student/teacher private practice, or for just sharing with friends. A Damper pedal and music rest complete the SP-170. Compact, unobtrusive, and designed for the modern world, the SP-170 Digital Piano solidly delivers the essential elements of a piano: rich, vibrant sounds and an authentic grand piano feel. Styled to mimic an acoustic piano, the SP-170 boasts a simple and clean design which eliminates the need for a control panel. In place of knobs, buttons and switches, the SP-170 relies on the keys themselves to perform these functions. The built-in stereo sound system features two efficient speakers housed in a bass reflex enclosure to deliver powerful sound. You can choose from two colors - chic black and elegant white - to match the decor of any room. The SP-170 is also lightweight and easy to transport, making it an ideal choice for concerts or live use.

Korg BA40 Tuner for Bluegrass Instruments

Korg BA40 Tuner for Bluegrass Instruments Review

Korg BA40 Tuner for Bluegrass Instruments Feature

• Dedicated tuner for bluegrass instruments such as banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and reso guitarSharp/flat tuning allows you to tune with a capo attachedMeter mode lets you tune according to the input pitchSound Out mode lets you tune audibly to a reference toneOutput jack allows the BA-40 to be connected directly to your ampA convenient built-in stand allows it to be used in an upright positionAuto Power Off function preserves battery life

Korg BA40 Korg BA-40 Bluegrass Instruments Tuner.