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Neko EX5 Midi Workstation Overview

Perfect for studios, producers and artists-on-the-go, the Open Labs Gen5 NeKo EX5 is based on the superior quality and established reputation of the acclaimed L-series.

The Gen5 E-Series products feature the same high-grade aircraft aluminum chassis, innovative touch screen capabilities and pristine audio quality as the L-series. The Gen5 NeKo EX5 includes more than 7,500 high-quality preset sounds, a fully licensed version of Reaper (DAW), our live virtual instrument host RiffTM, and practically unlimited capability for third-party plug-ins, VSTi’s and applications including Pro ToolsTM, Native InstrumentsTM, CubaseTM, AbletonTM, ReasonTM and more.

Open Labs Neko EX5

Both Gen5 E-Series products are fully upgradeable to the L-Series standards with the upgrade package available in late 2009. The Open Labs NeKo EX5 ships complete with the following:

Pre Sonus DSP

• More than 7,500 high-quality sounds;
• 15-inch touch screen for hands on control of any software parameter and two button touch pad;
• Open Labs’ proprietary virtual instrument host RiffTM – the ultimate tool for live performance using VSTi’s;
• Unlimited capability for running third party plug-ins, VSTi’s and applications, including Pro ToolsTM, CubaseTM, AbletonTM, Native InstrumentsTM, Serato Scratch LiveTM, ReasonTM and many more;


Neko EX5 Control Interface

• Master Control Panel including transport controls, 4 plus 1 mappable faders, transpose functions and more;
• 61-key semi-weighted, synth-action keyboard with after-touch;
• Comprehensive I/O capable of up to 24bit/96KHz audio with 4 in / 6 out including 2 phantom-powered mic-preamps with instrument inputs, S/PDIF I/O and MIDI I/O;
• Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8 GHz processor, 2 GB RAM, 500 GB hard drive, dual-layer CD/DVD burner;


Neko EX5 With CD DVD Drive

• 4 USB 2.0 ports (2 external/2internal), 1 Firewire 1394 port, 1 VGA Video port, 1 Ethernet port, Internet ready;
• Integrated QWERTY keyboard panel;
• Open Labs’ Edition of WindowsTM, specifically configured for music production; and
• One year of Open Labs Gold Support Services which include: one-hour “Get to Know Your Machine” session, remote desktop support via Internet in addition to phone and email support, and full parts/labor warranty coverage.

Open Labs Neko EX5 Ins And Outs

Neko EX5 Midi Workstation Technical Specifications

• Keyboard: 61-key semi-weighted synth action keyboard (World class Fatar Technology
• CPU: NeKo EX5: Intel Core2 Duo (2.8GHz)
• Control Surfaces: Pitch Bend and Modulation Wheels, Trackpad with 2 buttons, Built-in Keyboard (“QWERTY”) Module, Open Labs Master Control
• Memory: 2 GB (upgradeable to 4GB)
• Audio I/O: (1) High Performance Audio I/O Card with Low Latency including 24-bit/96kHz professional 4-in/6-out, (2) mic/instrument preamp inputs (with Phantom Power 48V), (2) analog line inputs, analog line outputs, S/PDIF digital I/O (coaxial)
• Storage: 500 Gigabyte (upgradeable to 2TB)
• Drive: High Speed Dual-Layer 8.5GB/disc CD/DVD Burner
• Display: Internal 15” Color Touch Screen LCD High resolution (1024 x 768), External VGA port for running dual monitors or a video projector
• Connection: Midi In/Out, Sustain and (1) Expression ports, 4 USB 2.0 ports (2 external/2 internal), (1) FireWire 400 port, (1) Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet port
• Software: Microsoft Windows XP Home, Open Labs Custom GUI (Graphic User Interface), Open Labs Riff, Open Labs mFusion, Reaper
• PREMIUM Factory Sound Library: Over 7,500 presets on the Neko EX5 and 1,000 song presets loaded into RiFFTM. (Check our Software Bundle webpage for more information)
• Power Supply: 500 Watt Power Supply, Whisper Quiet Cooling Fans (Internal Chassis, Processor & Power Supply)
• Dimensions: 46”(W) X 20”(D) X 7”(H)
• Weight (base configuration): 46 lbs.

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A selectable internal stereo phono pre-amplifier allows the turntable to plug directly to components with no dedicated turntable input. A USB cable and adapter cables are included along with Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity software to digitize your LPs.

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Audio Technica AT-LP120-USB Direct-Drive Turntable Key Features

• USB output—connects directly to your computer for plug-&-play use
• Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity software digitizes your LPs
• Direct drive high-torque motor
• Selectable 33/45/78 RPM speeds
• Professional cast aluminum platter with slip mat
• Integral Dual Magnet™ phono cartridge with replaceable stylus
• Balanced tone arm with soft damping control
• Switchable built-in pre-amplifier with line-level RCA output cables
• Included cables connect to your stereo or powered speakers
• Stroboscopic platter speed indicator
• Forward and reverse play

What’s in the box?

The Audio Technica AT-LP120 USB Turntable includes:

• Direct Drive Professional Stereo USB turntable
• Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity software
• USB cable
• Adapter cables

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System Requirements

• PC or Mac with an available USB port (USB1.1 or higher)
• CD-R or CD-RW writer for burning CDs & installation
• Includes Audacity software for PC & Mac users
• Audacity requires Mac running OS X 10.1 or later or PC running Windows (98 and above)

Audio Technica AT-LP120-USB Direct-Drive Turntable Technical Specifications

• Type: 3-speed, fully manual operation
• Motor: DC motor
• Drive Method: Direct drive
• Speeds: 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM
• Pitch Variation: +/-10% or +/-20%
• Turntable Platter: Die-cast aluminum
• Starting Torque: >1.6 kgf-cm
• Braking System: Electronic brake
• Wow and Flutter: <0.2% WRMS (33 RPM)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >50 dB
• Output Level: Pre-amp “PHONO”: 2.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
• Pre-amp “LINE”: 150 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
• Phono Pre-Amp Gain: 36 dB nominal, RIAA equalized
• Power Supply Requirements: 115/230V AC, 60/50 Hz
• Power Consumption: 11W
• Dimensions: 450.0 mm (17.72″) W x 352.0 mm (13.86″) D x 157.0 mm (6.1″) H
• Weight: 10.7 kg (23.5 lbs.)
• Accessories Included: Headshell/cartridge (ATP-2); AC line cord; dual RCA (female) to 3.5 mm (1/8″) mini- plug (male) stereo adapter cable; dual RCA (female) to 3.5 mm (1/8″) mini-plug (female) stereo adapter cable; 45 RPM adapter; USB cable; recording software

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Now Korg Is Poised To Redefine The Workstation Category Once Again

The M3 features a number of innovations distilled from the flagship OASYS including the new EDS (Enhanced Definition Synthesis) sound generator derived from the HD-1 engine design, the advanced second-generation KARMA functionality, and the multi-purpose control surface. Adding innovations such as the new concept of virtualized hardware that allows an even closer integration with DAW systems, Drum Tracks which provide a instant groove to play along with, and the new “Korg Komponent System” concept that facilitates more flexible system construction, the M3 music workstation/sampler opens a new and exciting page in music making – it’s the workstation that rightfully deserves to wear the M that started it all.

Enhanced Definition Synthesis A new horizon of sound-making potential

The M3 features a newly developed EDS sound generating system based on a new chip design that was developed in parallel with the HD-1 engine found in the flagship OASYS. It takes full advantage of the M3′s 256 Mbytes of PCM source material which is a veritable best of from the OASYS.
 
Using Korg’s advanced voicing technology, the 1,028 multisamples, 1,606 drum samples, four-level velocity switching/crossfading/layering, and stereo sampling allow for an enormous range of high-quality, detailed, and expressive sounds.

The filter section, a vital part of the sound-creation process, lets you simultaneously use two filters for each oscillator, and can be configured in series or parallel. Four filter types are provided: low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, and band-reject.

The amp section features a driver circuit that gives the sound a sense of edge and character. Detailed envelope generators, abundant modulation routings, plus the all-new AMS Mixers for advanced processing, all combine to provide a level of sound shaping far beyond previous possibilities.

Effects

The all-important effect section provides up to five insert effects, two master effects, and one total effect. In addition to great chorus/flanger/phasers, delays and reverbs, the 170 effect types include dynamics-type effects such as compressor and limiter, and amp modeling and speaker simulation effects using Korg’s proprietary REM modeling technology.

Funky Drummer

A drumkit in the M3 can be created from ROM or RAM samples, with up to four-way velocity switching and cross-fading for incredible realism.

The M3 provides a new Drum Track function in Program and Combi modes that adds a groove to each sound you play. Combined with KARMA it makes even a Program a complete sonic adventure that is sure to inspire. You can select patterns from over 500 in internal memory and start them from a desired region of the keyboard or by playing a velocity that’s above a specified threshold.

Since the Drum Track uses MIDI data stored in a Pattern, it is easy for you to create your own in the Sequencer Mode, either recording them, importing them from SMF data or other users songs, or converting recorded KARMA data as MIDI events for further manipulation. Even sampled loops can be used! This is a powerful feature for uses ranging from creating music-production memos to realtime performance.

Expanded Combination Mode

Combination Mode is where multiple Programs can be freely assigned as splits and layers across the keyboard, including velocity switching and cross-fading for complex and expressive sounds. Sounds can be delayed either by time or by tempo, even when you release a key, allowing you to create sophisticated rhythmic soundscapes and performance effects. Monophonic sounds can be forced to be polyphonic, or vice-versa, and you can select only one of the oscillators if desired. For the more adventurous musician, each timbre can even use a different scale or tuning!

The M3 allows for sixteen timbres at the same time, including a Drum Track, up to four KARMA Modules, multiple effects and much more. Each timbre has dedicated 3-band EQ for getting the perfect mix, and a powerful Tone Adjust setup for detailed in-context sound shaping. In addition to providing more sound elements, this means that Combis can be set up and saved as complete 16-part MIDI sequencing templates for use with an external sequencer and computer DAWs.

Great Sounds

In the end it’s always about the sounds, and the M3 doesnt disappoint. Korg’s acclaimed international voicing team delivers the goods once again: stunningly realistic imitative sounds, fat synth sounds, imaginative textures, evocative sound effects it’s all here. The M3 comes loaded with 512 Programs, and room for a total of 1,664 user sounds (13 Banks plus GM). All sound locations are fully editable (except GM banks), so you are always free to tweak a sound if needed. Adding in the EXB-RADIAS option delivers 128 powerful MMT synthesis sounds. There are 32 drumkits provided, and room for a total of 144. As for the 16-part Combinations, 384 come preloaded, with room for a total of 1,792 (14 Banks).

All sounds (Programs and Combinations) are organized by Categories and Sub-Categories for easy searching and selection, making it easy to find and organize your sounds.

Second Generation KARMA

The second generation KARMA functionality that first appeared on the OASYS and received wide acclaim from artists and users world-wide is fully implemented in the M3. KARMA is the inspiring, real-time music generation system that can help you play everything from natural instrument gestures like intricate finger-picking, strumming and harp glissandos, to complex cascades of notes, dance-riffs, gated and chopping effects and improvising drum grooves. KARMA continues to set the standard by which all other arpeggiators, phrase players, and musical effect generators are judged. The inspiration that KARMA offers, coupled with the unheard-of phrase variability is second to none.

In Program Mode, one KARMA Generated Effect (GE) can be assigned to a single drum groove, melodic phrase, comping gated part or other musical effect. Eight sliders, eight switches, and eight scenes provide dedicated real-time control and the ability to store complete snapshots of your settings.
In Combi and Sequencer modes, KARMAs power increases exponentially, with four KARMA Modules available simultaneously.

Ultimate expressive power

The M3 is remarkable not only for the freshness of its sounds, but also for its outstanding new control environment. The color LCD of the M3 music workstation/sampler not only provides a touch-view GUI that ensures intuitive and easy operation, but it also operates as an X-Y Pad, allowing sound and effect parameters to be controlled in real-time by sliding your finger across or tapping on the screen – much like the innovative Korg KAOSS Pad. Further control is provided by a Motion function that lets you capture and play back your finger moves to shape your sound and performance in unique ways. The screen even changes colors in response to the movement of your finger for cool visual feedback to your performance.

The eight dynamic, velocity-sensitive pads give you a great way to play drum sounds or up to 8-note chords, either live or as triggers for the powerful KARMA function. 

RADIAS inside

You can add an internal RADIAS analog modeling synthesizer sound generator board (4 part multi-timbral; one timbre per Program, up to 4 Programs can be used simultaneously in Combi and Sequencer modes), with on-screen integration of all its parameters and full integration with the M’s effects, control surface and KARMA functionality. An EXB- RADIAS Program is comprised of one timbre, with up to 4 RADIAS Programs able to be assigned to different timbres in Combi Mode or on separate tracks in Seq mode.

This powerful MMT-based (Multiple Modeling Technology) synth engine features dual oscillators which combine to offer analog-modeled waves, DWGS (PCM) waves, noise, ring mod and more. Waveform modulation, Variable Phase Modulation (VPM), Unison voice thickening, PWM and cross-mod expand the sonic palette.

Open Sampling

The M3′s Open Sampling System lets you sample and resample in any mode to produce new remixed combinations of sounds and effects, or to capture full performances In-Track within the sequencer. Cutting-edge editing tools include Time Slice, Time Stretch, Crossfade Looping, Rate Change and Normalize.

An easy-to-use Auto-Setup function makes all the right sampling settings for you, with the press of a button. Stock sampling memory is 64 MB, and can be increased to 320 MB by adding the optional EXB-M256 memory expansion board. Samples in Korg native format, AIFF, WAV, Soundfont V2.0 and AKAI (S-1000/3000 with advanced Program parameter conversion) formats can be used, and internal samples can be exported as WAV or AIFF if needed.

New High-Resolution Sequencer

The sequencer that’s at the heart of the Ms song production is an intuitively-understandable 16-track design that holds up to 128 songs and 210,000 notes.

The new high timing resolution of 480 PPQ captures every nuance and detail of your performance. Three-band EQ per track provides detailed sound-shaping, as does the Tone Adjust sound tweaking function.

Virtualized hardware allows the M3 to operate like a plug-in instrument

In addition to being a highly-developed music workstation, the M3 is also able to closely integrate with your computer. By connecting the M3 to your computer via USB and using the included stand-alone (Vista & Intel/Mac compatible) M3 Editor software, you can edit sounds and settings from your computer.

A rich array of input/output jacks

The M3 provides two analog and two digital (S/P DIF) inputs as standard. In addition to the main two-channel output (L/MONO, R), there are four independent outputs as well as two-channel digital output (24-bit optical S/P DIF), meeting the needs of professionals.

Two USB connectors are provided: a type-B USB connector for connection to your computer as a MIDI interface, and dual type-A connectors for connecting external storage media. USB 2.0 is supported to ensure high-speed transfer of large amounts of data.  

The optional EXB-FW adds two Firewire ports for conveying both audio and MIDI to your computer, and for daisy-chaining the M3 in your Firewire-based studio setup.

Three pedal inputs are provided, including damper jack support for half-damper sensing. The footswitch and footpedal jacks can be assigned to wide choice of functions including modulation, sostenuto, Program advance, punch-in recording and much more.

XPand your potential!!

The NEW M3 XPanded offers a staggering 640 Mbytes of PCM, delivering a huge number of sound variations. Powerful enhancements to the sequencer and interface make the M3 the go-to instrument for your music making.

KORG M3 XPanded MUSIC WORKSTATION/SAMPLER Technical Specifications

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• Frequency response: 20 Hz-20 kHz, ±1.0 dB, 10 k load, THD+N: 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.08 % 10 k load (typical)

Audio Outputs

• L/MONO, R – 1/4″ TS (Mono), unbalanced, Master Volume slider controls only L/Mono and R  
• INDIVIDUAL-1, 2, 3, 4 – 1/4″ TS (Mono), unbalanced, Master Volume slider controls only L/Mono and R  
• Output Impedance: 1.1k stereo; 550 mono (L/Mono only)
• Nominal Level: +4.0 dBu
• Maximum Level: +16.0 dBu
• Load Impedance: 10 k or greater
• Signal to noise ratio: 90 dBu (typical)
• Dynamic range: 91 dBu (typical)  
• S/P DIF (optical 24-bit, 48 kHz), S/P DIF IEC60958 EIAJCP-1201, provides igital output of the same signals as AUDIO OUTPUT (MAIN) L/Mono, R  
• (Optional) EXB-FW – 6 channels, 24-bit, 48 kHz Sample rate, provides digital output of the same signals as
• AUDIO OUTPUT (MAIN) L/Mono, R and AUDIO OUTPUT (INDIVIDUAL) 1 

• Headphones – 1/4″ TRS (Stereo), Output Impedance: 33, Maximum Level: 32+ 32 mW 33 

Audio Input

• 1, 2 – 1/4″ TS (Mono), unbalanced
• (level switch (MIC/LINE), level knob) – Input Impedance: 10 ,
• Headroom:12 dB, Input level range LINE: 29
• dBu +4 dBu or greater (typical),
• Input level range MIC: 54 dBu 17 dBu or greater (typical), Source Impedance: 600
• S/P DIF (optical 24-bit, 48 kHz) IEC60958 EIAJCP-1201
• (Optional) EXB-FW – 2 channels, 24-bit, 48 kHz Sample rate

Control Inputs

• Damper (Supports piano-style half-damper pedals as well as standard foot switches)
• ASSIGNABLE SWITCH, ASSINABLE PEDAL TO KYBD (for connection to keyboard assembly)

MIDI  

• IN, OUT, THRU

USB

• 2 USB 2.0 hi-speed ports, (supporting 480 Mbps) (TYPE A) with Mass storage devices support, for
• connecting external hard drives, flash memory, etc.
• 1 USB (TYPE B), MIDI interface

(Option) EXB-FW

• KORG FireWire Audio /MIDI interface, 2 FireWire connectors
• MIDI 1-in/1-out, Audio 2-in/6-out
• Virtualized Hardware

 

Dimensions

• M3XP-M: 673(W) x 202(D) x 82 (H) mm / 26.50(W) x 7.95(D) x 3.23(H)
• M3XP-61:1,016(W) x 372(D) x 121(H)mm /40(W) x 14.65(D) x 4.76(H)(with M3-M folded down), 1,016(W) x 372(D) x 171(H)mm / 40(W) x 14.65(D) x 6.73(H) (with M3-M tilted up)  
• M3XP-73:  1,189(W) x 371(D) x 131(H) mm/46.81(W) x 14.6(D) x 5.16(H) （with M3-M folded down ¼, 1,189(W) x 371(D) x 207(H) mm / 46.81(W) x 14.6(D) x 8.15(H)（with M3-M tilted up ¼
• M3XP-88:  1,425(W) x 442(D) x 131(H) mm/56.1(W) x 17.4(D) x 5.16(H)（with M3-M folded down）, 1,425(W) x 442(D) x 207(H) mm/56.1(W) x 17.4(D) x 8.15(H)（with M3-M tilted up ¼

Weight

• M3XP-M : 4.8 kg /10.58 lbs    
• M3XP-61: 14.1 kg / 31.08 lbs
• M3XP-73: 17.3 kg /   38.14 lbs
• M3XP-88: 26.5 kg /   58.42 lbs

Current Consumption

• 35 W

Accessories

• AC cord
• Owner’s Manual (M3 Operation Guide)  
• CD-ROM (M3XPANDED Parameter Guide (PDF), Voice Name List (PDF), KORG MIDI driver,M3 Editor stand alone and plug-in versions)
• Bracket (M3XP-M only)

Keyboard Assembly Unit
Keyboard  

• 61-key, 73-key semi-weighted synth action (Korg’s new keyboard design)
• 88-key weighted action (RH3: Real Weighted Hammer Action 3 keyboard with 4-zone graded action response)

Controllers  

• Joystick, Ribbon Controller, [SW1], [SW2]

Interface  

• TO MODULE (for connection to M3-M tone generator module)
• TO MODULE (second) (available on 73-key and 88-key)

 

System Requirements for computer use with KORG USB-MIDI Driver Windows

• Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition / Professional Service Pack 2 or later (MIDI Driver for the 64-bit editions is a Beta version),  With USB Port.
• Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later, Apple Macintosh with USB ports supports Mac OS X 10.3.9 (PowerPC/Intel-based supported).

 

System Requirements for M3 Editor/Plug-In Editor
With audio capabilities

• (EXB-FW installed, and connected via FireWire cable)
• Note:  It is not possible to open and run multiple instances of the M3 Editor or M3 Plug-In Editor;
  this means that it is not possible to edit more than one M3 synthesizer simultaneously.

Windows:

• CPU: Pentium 4/ 2.4 GHz or better (Pentium D or Core Duo more is recommended)
• Memory: 1 GB or more (2 GB or more is recommended)
• Monitor: 1,024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit color or better
• A computer with a IEEE 1394 (FireWire) port, that satisfies the requirements of Windows XP

Macintosh:

• CPU: PowerPC G4 1.4 GHz or better (Intel Mac is supported), G5 or Core Duo or better is recommended
• Memory: 1 GB or more (2 GB or more is recommended)
• Monitor: 1,024 x 768 pixels, 32,000 colors or better
• An Apple Macintosh with a FireWire port that satisfies the requirements of Mac OS X
• Mac OS X version 10.4.9 or later

Without audio capabilities

• (EXB-FW not installed or not in use)
• Note:  It is not possible to open and run multiple instances of the M3 Editor or M3 Plug-In Editor;
  this means that it is not possible to edit more than one M3 synthesizer simultaneously.

Windows:

• CPU: Pentium III/1 GHz or better (Pentium D or Core Duo more is recommended)
• Memory: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is recommended)
• Monitor: 1,024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit color or better
• A computer with a USB port, that satisfies the requirements of Windows XP or Windows Vista
• Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition or Professional, Service Pack 2 or later
• Microsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 1 or any later edition (excepting 64-bit versions)

Macintosh:

• CPU: PowerPC G4 800 MHz or better (Intel Mac is supported), G5 or Core Duo or better is recommended
• Memory: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is recommended)
• Monitor: 1,024 x 768 pixels, 32,000 colors or better
• An Apple Macintosh with a USB port that satisfies the requirements of Mac OS X
• Mac OS X version 10.4.9 or later

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• Mixer Mode for controlling Live’s mixer
• Two User Modes for custom device control and configuration

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Novation Ableton Live Launch Pad Key Features

Big grid

Novation Launch Pad Big Grid

Compact, portable

Novation Launch Pad - Compact Portable

4 modes for flexibility

Novation Launch Pad 4 Modes

It’s not just about launching clips: as well as the Session Mode, Launchpad offers Mixer Mode a unique way to control Ableton Live’s mixer and two fully-customizable User Modes.

Innovative mixer control

Novation Launch Pad Mixer Controls

In Mixer Mode, the rows and columns of the grid become virtual faders, sliders and knobs controlling track volume, pan, sends, mute, solo, Clip Stop Buttons and record arm, depending on the function selected. Use the scene launch/mixer function buttons to select the function you want to control.

Customizable

Novation Launch Pad Customizeable Midi

The two fully-customizable User Modes transform the grid into a drum pad controller, DJ effect controller or anything else you can think of. The default state for User Mode 1 provides drum pad control for Live’s Drum Racks great for sketching out beats. Using Live’s simple MIDI mapping, it’s easy to create custom control environments, whatever devices you’re using and however your Live Sets are configured.

Made for Max for Live

Lauch Pad For Max 4 Ableton Live

The User Modes make Launchpad the ideal hardware counterpart for Max for Live. Launchpad is flexible enough to deal with even the most detailed Max for Live devices and can handle generic parameters and controls with ease. Eleven LED states provide visual feedback that’s precise enough for complex devices. Launchpad users will soon be able to download a Max for Live step sequencer patch from Novation and more Max for Live patches are planned for the future.

Communication goes both ways

Novation Launch Pad Communication

Live and Launchpad are in a constant, two-way, hardware-software dialog. The back-lit grid buttons show what’s happening in Live and Live, in turn, shows which section of the Session View is currently under Launchpad control: a red border around the current clip group let’s you see where you are with a just a cursory glance at your screen.

Navigating the Session View

Novation Launch Pad Arrow Buttons

Obviously, you’re not limited to controlling only 64 clips. The arrow buttons move the grid up, down, left and right one track or scene at a time. Hold down the ‘Session’ button in Session Mode, and you can use the arrow keys to jump eight tracks or rows at a time very useful for navigating around large, complex Live Sets.

More buttons? More Launchpads

Novation Launch Pad More Together

Want more buttons? Launchpads are designed to work together, with up to six units at once. That’s more than 400 assignable buttons! Launchpads running on the same system can run in different modes, so you can control the Session View, mixer and custom setups all at once, with one Launchpad for each.

Novation Ableton Live Launch Pad System Requirements

• Launchpad requires the latest available version of Live  7 or Live  8.

Mac:

• Any G4 or faster (Intel Mac recommended),
• 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended),
• Mac OS X 10.3.9 (10.4 or later recommended),
• QuickTime 6.5 or higher,
• DVD-ROM drive

Windows:

• 1.5 GHz CPU or faster,
• 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended),
• Windows XP or Windows Vista,
• Windows compatible sound card (ASIO driver support recommended),
• QuickTime 6.5 or higher,
• DVD-ROM drive

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• Frequency Response 53Hz to 20kHz (+/- 1.5 db)
• Peak SPL : 106dB

KRK RokitG2 Key Features

No Pain With Gain

Why compromise gain structure to achieve a comfortable listening level? As musicians and recording people ourselves, we’ve asked that question too. So each Generation 2 Rokit comes with an Input Volume Control that provides an adjustable gain range from +6dB to -30dB. Just another way the Rokit lets you focus on your mix, and not on compatibility concerns.

Catch A Wave, For A 3D Mix

Recessed tweeters may look the same, but they don’t perform the same. KRK has designed a superior tweeter wave guide for the Rokit that provides optimal high frequency pattern control and focuses the sound outward, away from the cabinet. More conventional designs direct sound along the plane of the cabinet where waveform interaction can cause phase problems and increased diffraction. KRK knows a properly engineered high frequency wave guide is a critical component to great sound, and one key to our award winning performance.

You’ve Got Connections

At KRK our focus is your mix. But it doesn’t stop at creating accurate monitors. We live this stuff and appreciate the need for monitors that not only sound great but work easily into your particular set up. That’s why you’ll find plenty of input options with your Rokit, sure to accommodate any studio environment. So if it’s RCA, Quarter-Inch (balanced/unbalanced) or XLR inputs you require, Rokit has got you covered.

Even More Accurate Than Before

We took a great monitor series and made it better. Our engineers and listening panel took the Generation 2 Rokits’ speaker voicing to even more accurate levels. What you hear is what you are intended to hear, coloration is not part of the spec. This performance is brought to you by drivers that are custom-designed by our world-class studio monitor engineering team, for clear, low-distortion performance.

Take Control

While your Generation 2 Rokit leaves the factory voiced to our demanding specs, KRK also knows that no two rooms “sound” the same. As such, each Rokit comes equipped with a High Frequency Level Control. This feature provides specific adjustment of high frequency output most commonly affected by room acoustics. It’s just one extra level of control that KRK gives you to ensure the most accurate mix for your particular room’s acoustics.

Don’t Be Square, Curves Ahead

Our new Rokit looks different, so it can sound better, and in a wider “sweet spot”. Traditional rectangular speakers suffer from diffraction as sounds leaving the edge of the cabinet are reflected back into the original sound field, and at different time intervals. This phase distortion creates a “narrow” or boxy” sound. The Generation 2 Rokit series eliminates this issue with radically engineered curved surfaces, so diffraction is virtually eliminated. Simply put, you’ll get better sound in a wider area.

Let’s Be Up Front

Take a look at competitive monitors and you’ll find ports on the back of the cabinet. These rear-firing ports tend create bass coupling with walls and corners amplifying low frequency information which will color your mix. The superior design of the KRK Generation 2 Rokit’s include front-firing ports, which are just the right shape and taper to reduce port turbulence. You’ll appreciate the clean and accurate bass performance, this approach delivers, even at high SPL’s.

Power Up!

A great sounding monitor doesn’t stop with a great cabinet and custom drivers. Our true bi-amplified amplifier system provides discrete low-distortion power for each driver. While our active crossover systems provide smooth and accurate frequency response, and again, accurate diffraction control.

KRK Rokit G2 Studio Monitors Technical Specifications

KRK Rokit8 Monitor Rear

• Drivers: Woofer: 8″ Glass Aramid Composite Woofer
• Tweeter: 1″ Neodymium Soft Dome Tweeter with Ferro Fluid
• Input: XLR (3-pin), RCA & 1/4″ TRS – 10k Ohm, Balanced / Unbalanced
• Amplification: HF: 20 Watts/LF: 70 Watts
• Freq Response: 45Hz – 20kHz (+/- 1.5 db)
• Video Shielding: Yes
• Dimensions:(H x W x D) 15″ x 10 7/16″ x 12″ – 38.1cm x 26.5cm x 30.4cm
• Weight: 26.1 lbs (11.8 Kg)

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The MG mixers offer an extraordinary blend of technology: some inherited from professional Yamaha mixing consoles you’re likely to see in distinguished halls throughout the world, and some developed specifically to deliver optimum performance in the MG-console format. In either case these performance-packed mixers are founded on a world-spanning network of human and technological resources that crystallize to deliver features that really matter, and sound that is undeniably superior.

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Yamaha MG166CX-USB Audio Mixer

Yamaha MG166CX-USB Key Features

Lightweight, Portable Designs

Designing a lightweight mixer is not too difficult, but designing a lightweight, compact mixer that delivers serious performance is another matter. The Yamaha design team went to extraordinary lengths in the MG series, including in-depth material and structural analysis, to bring you maximum manageability and maximum performance in the same packages. The result is that you can easily pop the smallest models into your briefcase or shoulder bag and take with you anywhere. Even the larger models can be tucked under an arm and carried around quite easily. But the performance you’ll get at the studio, club, hall, or anywhere you choose to use these fine mixers is far from lightweight. Every one of the MG series mixers provides significant space savings along with huge performance benefits.

Built-in SPX Digital Effects

Yamaha MG166CX With SPX Digital Effects

Versatile Connectivity and Pro-class Connectors

Yamaha MG166CX-USB Versatile Connectivity

Smooth 60-millimeter Faders & Illuminated Channel ON Switches

Yamaha MG166CX-USB With 60mm faders

Built-in Channel Compressors

Yamaha MG166CX-USB Channel Compression

High-performance Microphone Preamplifiers with Switchable Phantom Power

Microphone preamplifiers are critical in any mixer, and a performance bottleneck in many. That’s why pros often spend thousands of dollars on just a single channel of microphone pre-amplification. The microphone preamps built into the MG mixers inherit technology from Yamaha’s top-line professional consoles, and have been painstakingly designed to deliver superior sonic performance with any dynamic or condenser microphone. Gain trim covers a wide – 60dB ~ -16dB range for microphones (-34dB ~ +10dB for line input), so you’ll be able to achieve optimum level matching with just about any source. All microphone preamps also feature switchable phantom power so you can take advantage of the natural, extended response of high-quality condenser microphones.

3-band Channel EQ and High-pass Filters

Building a truly useful, musical-sounding channel equalizer is no easy task, but Yamaha has decades of experience in building pro consoles to draw on. You reap the benefits in the MG series mixers: all mono channels feature 3-band equalizers with LOW, MID, and HIGH controls. Depending on the model some of all of the stereo channels have 2-band EQ for smooth equalization of stereo sources. Although not directly related to the equalizer circuitry, all inputs also feature 80 Hz low-pass filters that can be used to eliminate subsonic noise that is outside the equalizers’ range.

Aux/Effect Sends

All models except the MG82CX have from one to three AUX sends for convenient to processing and monitor systems. Master send controls are also provided, as are RETURN level controls for the AUX and STEREO busses. “CX” models have EFFECT send controls on all channels that adjust the level of the signal sent from the corresponding channel to the mixer’s internal multi-effect system. The same signal can also be sent to external effect processors via the mixer’s EFFECT SEND jack.

Two, Four or Six Buses (Stereo and Group)

The smallest models in the lineup the MG82CX and MG102C have a single stereo bus (i.e. two mono buses). All other models additionally feature one or two stereo group buses and outputs that can be used for convenient channel grouping. Assign switches for the stereo and group buses are located next to each channel fader.

Bright Meters for Visual Level Monitoring

Accurate visual level monitoring can help you achieve maximum signal-to-noise ratio without distortion. The MG mixer’s bright, easy-to-read multi-segment LED meters make it easy to control system levels for optimum overall performance.

Optional Mic Stand Mount for the MG82CX and MG102C

Yamaha MG166CX-USB With Optional Mic Stand Mount

Easy Operation

All switches, controls, and displays have been designed and laid out for intuitive access and smooth, reliable operation with positive tactile and visual feedback.

Yamaha MG166CX-USB Mixer

Yamaha MG166CX-USB Technical Specifications

• Mic/Line inputs: 10
• Line inputs: 8 mono + 4 stereo
• Mixer input channels: 16
• Group busses : 4
• AUX busses: 3 (Incl. 1x Effect send)
• Main busses: Stereo
• Total harmonic distortion (THD+N): Less than 0.1%, 20Hz-20kHz
• Frequency response: 0, +1, -3dB , 20Hz-20kHz
• Hum and noise level: Equivalent input noise (EIN): -128dBu
• Residual output noise: -98dBu
• Crosstalk (1kHz): -70dB
• Power supply adaptor: PA-30 AC adaptor (AC35VCT, 1.4A)
• 100V, 120V, 220V, 230V or 240V; 50/60Hz
• Power consumption: 35W
• Dimensions (W x H x D, mm): 478 x 105 x 496
• Net weight: 5.5kg
• Accessories: Owners manual, AC adaptor

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Ableton Live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. This unique software demands an equally unique control instrument. Akai Professional and Ableton are proud to present the APC40: the Ableton Performance Controller. Combining the APC40 with Ableton Live transforms your experience from constructing tracks on a computer to fluid, musical creation.

The APC40 is the link between human and computer that perfectly balances analytical parameter control with creative expression. Whether you are an electronic music artist and Live is your canvass, a DJ using Live to mix or remix tracks, or a more traditional musician using Live on stage or in the studio, you will find the APC40 to the intuitive, powerful instrument that directly links your inspiration with Ableton Live.

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Akai APC40 Ableton Midi Controller

Akai-APC40 Key Features

• Designed in partnership with Ableton for Ableton Live
• Unique clip matrix with multicolor lighting displays current clip status
• No mapping required; every knob, button, and fader is customizable
• Bidirectional communication between APC40 and Ableton Live
• Solid, professional feel with rugged, metal chassis and premium controls
• Comes with Ableton Live Akai Professional APC40 Edition software
• Works with standalone editions of Ableton Live
• USB plug-and-play connection for Mac and PC
• Premium controller with rugged, metal chassis

Includes:

• APC40 Ableton performance controller
• USB cable
• Power supply
• Software CD
• Quick start guide

DIRECT DESIGN

Because Akai Professional and Ableton designed the APC40 specifically for Ableton Live, you don’t need to map its controls to talk to the software. Just connect your laptop to the APC40 via USB and you’re ready to make magic. The APC40 is plug and play, so you don’t need to install drivers. First-time setup is literally three steps: load Ableton Live, plug in and power up your APC40, and select the APC40 as Ableton Live’s controller. That’s it. No mapping, no setup, no hassles.

The APC40 comes pre-mapped for instant use with Ableton Live software, so if you’re new to it, you’ll find using the APC40 to be easy to get around on. And if you’re an experienced Live user, you’ll be happy to note that you can custom-map every single knob, button, and fader on the APC40 to completely customize the controls for the way you like to work.

VIRTUAL VIEW

The APC40 talks directly to Ableton Live and Live talks directly to the APC40. This bidirectional communication makes the APC40 an advanced controller in that it can receive feedback from the software and display it on its clip matrix of 40 triggers and on LED rings surrounding each knob.

The clip matrix gives you an instant view of clip status: what’s loaded, what’s playing, and what’s being recorded. Each state displays on the matrix in a different color so you can get a quick picture of clip state. You can shift your clip focus and get an overview of the clips you have loaded for your set. The APC40 has 16 knobs, each surrounded by a ring of LEDs. These LED rings make it easy to see your settings on dark stages, indicating the currently selected parameters’ values.

Akai APC40 Side View

PREMIUM FEEL

Ableton selected Akai Professional as its partner in developing the APC40 because of Akai Pro’s leadership position in great-feeling controllers that are rock solid, rugged, and precise. From the legendary MPC series that changed the way music is made to the industry-standard MPD and MPK controllers, Akai Professional is revered by musicians, DJs, and producers everywhere for creating the feel that powers their creativity. The APC40 is built with a rugged, metal chassis and slip-proof rubber detailing. All of the knobs and faders are solid and precise for pinpoint performance. It even features a high quality, replaceable crossfader for transitioning between clips and loops assigned to “A” or “B”.

CREATIVE CONTROL

The APC40 comes Ableton Live Akai Professional APC40 Edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production. Owners of standalone editions of Ableton Live 7 or 8 can also work seamlessly with the APC40. Live 7 with the latest automatic update has full support for the APC40 and all versions of Live 8 are APC40-ready.

Akai APC40 Financed

The APC40 has two banks of eight knobs. The first set controls Global parameters so you’ll always have instant access to your main sends, pans, and other essentials. The second bank of eight knobs is dynamically reassigned to the Track you select. You can control eight track parameters at a time, and as you switch channels, the Track knobs follow your focus. For example, you might be working with the Beat Decoder on track two. When you switch to track four, the eight Track knobs that you had been controlling the Beat Decoder with are now controlling the Flangeverb on track four. You’ll even notice that the settings for each knob load on the light rings so you’ll immediately see each knob’s status.

The APC40 also enables special clip-status views and feedback that only the APC40′s matrix can display. The matrix is not limited to only 40 clips: you can scroll and shift, enabling you to access, control, and perform with an unlimited number of cells.

The APC40 has a wide range of controllers. The eight Global knobs can access four banks of controls; the eight Track knobs control nine different track parameters each. This gives you a massive total of 72 controllers that are dynamically reassigned each time you switch tracks. Channel faders, bus faders, and a crossfader give you smooth control of key values. You have even more control power with special controls including Tap Tempo, Tempo Nudge, record enables, solo/cues, and two assignable footswitch inputs.

Designed in partnership with Ableton, the APC40 is the most advanced Live controller for the most advanced performers. The APC40 is Ableton Live performance… perfected.

Akai APC40 Technical Specifications

• Dimensions: 16.88 x 13.13 x 2.62 (WxDxH) / 429mm x 334mm x 67mm (WxDxH)
• Weight: 5.8 lbs / 2.64 kg
• Power supply: 12V 2.0A pin-positive, included
• Communication: USB-MIDI with proprietary hardware/software handshake
• Inputs: USB, Two assignable footswitch inputs

Mac system requirements:

• G4 or faster/Intel Mac recommended,
• 512 MB RAM/1 GB recommended,
• OS 10.3.9, 10.4 or later. recommended,
• QuickTime 6.5 or higher,
• DVD-ROM drive,
• USB port

PC system requirements:

• 1.5 GHz or faster,
• 512 MB RAM/1 GB recommended,
• Windows XP or Vista,
• Windows-compatible sound card/ASIO driver support recommended,
• QuickTime 6.5 or higher,
• DVD-ROM drive,
• USB port

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The 828mkII is equally well-suited for studio and stage, with or without a computer. As a computer interface, the 828mkII provides 20 separate inputs and 22 outputs, including separate main outs and headphone out. The two mic/guitar/instrument inputs feature analog, pre-amplified sends which allow you to insert your favorite outboard EQ, compressor, guitar amp, reverb or other effects processor before the signal goes digital. Use any input as a return.

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MOTU 828 MKII

MOTU 828MKII USB Key Features

You can add additional send/return loops using the 828mkII’s new CueMix DSP on-board mixing feature, a flexible DSP-driven 20-input/8-bus mixing and monitoring matrix that eliminates the need for an external mixer or patchbay. Connect all of your studio gear, including microphones, guitars, synths, keyboards, drum machines and even effects processors. Then monitor all of these live inputs via the 828mkII’s main outs, headphone jack or any other output with virtually no monitoring latency and no processor drain on your computer. You can even create separate monitor mixes for the main outs, headphones and other outputs. Control everything from the included CueMix Console software or directly from the 828mkII’s front-panel.

Portable Design

Need to hit the road? The 828mkII operates as a stand-alone mixer, with no computer required. Need to tweak your mix? Do it on the spot with the 828mkII’s backlit LCD and front-panel controls. Every 828mkII setting can be accessed from the front panel.

MOTU 828 MKII Sound Card

Studio Quality Ins and Outs

Back in the studio, 8 channels of ADAT optical digital I/O, plus stereo S/PDIF, make the 828mkII an ideal companion for a digital mixer. All digital I/O connections support standard sample rates up to 96kHz.

The 828mkII includes 16-channels of MIDI input and output via its hi-speed USB 2.0 connection to the computer. Simply plug in your USB cable, and both MIDI and audio are ready to go. Connect any MIDI device, such as a controller keyboard, synth module, automated control surface or drum machine. Timing is sample-accurate with supporting software.

All inputs and outputs are discrete. In other words, using a mic-preamp input does not ‘steal’ an input from the TRS analog I/O bank, and the headphones and main outputs are available as separate mix destinations. They do not ‘mirror’ another output. CueMix DSP™, however, can be configured to mirror an existing mix bus to the headphones.

• Analog 24-bit 96-kHz on +4/-10 bal/unbal TRS: 8 in/8 out
• Mic preamps 24-bit 96-kHz on XLR/TRS combo : 2 in
• Main outputs 24-bit 96kHz on bal/unbal TRS stereo out
• Headphone output: stereo out
• ADAT optical (digital): 8 in/8 out – * 4 channels at 88.2 / 96kHz – can also be configured as stereo TOSLink S/PDIF
• S/PDIF 24-bit 96-kHz (digital): stereo in/stero out
• Total: 20 in/22 out

CueMix DSP

The 828mkII provides DSP-driven digital mixing and monitoring for all 20 inputs. You can connect mics, guitars, synths and effects processors, and monitor everything from the 828mkII’s main outs or headphone jack with no separate mixer needed and no latency.

The 828mkII supports up to four separate stereo monitor mixes assigned to any four digital or analog output pairs. For example, you could set up separate monitor mixes for the main outs and headphone outs, while two additional stereo buses could be used for send/return loops to reverb units or other outboard gear. Each mix can support all 20 inputs (8 TRS analog, 2 mic, 8 ADAT optical digital and stereo SPDIF digital).

MOTU 828MKII With CueMix Digital Sound Processing

• Bounce Back – A new “CueMix Bounce Back” feature lets you route one of the four CueMix DSP mixes back to the computer. This allows you to record, for example, your entire mix – including monitored inputs – back into the computer.
• Talkback – CueMix Console provides Talkback and Listenback buttons. Talkback allows an engineer in the control room to temporarily dim all audio and talk to musicians in the live room. Conversely, Listenback allows musicians to talk to the control room. For Talkback, you can set up a dedicated mic in your control room and connect it to a mic input on your 828mkII. For Listenback, you can set up a dedicated listenback mic in the live room for the musicians and connect it to another mic input.
• Stand-alone mixing – The 828mkII can function as a stand-alone digital mixer. Create up to four independent stereo mixes and adjust them on the fly with the front panel display.

High-speed USB Connection

The 828mkII can be connected to any high-speed USB 2.0-equipped Mac or PC. The 828mkII provides cross-platform compatibility with Mac OS X (version 10.3 or later), Windows XP and all of your favorite audio software and host-based effects via WDM/ASIO/GSIF/Core Audio drivers. Or you can use the included AudioDesk workstation software for Macintosh, with 24-bit recording/editing and 32-bit mixing/processing/mastering.

MIDI

The 828mkII includes a 16-channel MIDI interface that provides sample-accurate timing with supporting software.

Connect a MIDI keyboard, sound module or control surface, and you are ready to go. The USB cable carries both MIDI and audio so you don’t need to connect an additional USB cable for MIDI.

MOTU 828MKII Midi In/Out

MOTU 828MKII Technical Specifications

• CueMix DSP near-zero monitoring system.
• Front-panel control – access your entire mix, or any 828mkII setting, directly from the front panel.
• Stand-alone operation – program your mixes at the studio and then bring the 828mkII to your gig – no computer needed. Need to tweak the mix? Do it on site using the back-lit LCD and front-panel controls.
• Multiple CueMix DSP mixes – create different monitor mixes for the main outs and headphones. Add send/return loops for outboard gear – with no latency.
• Two mic pre-amps with switchable 48-volt phantom power, front-panel trim controls and pre-amplified sends.
• Mic/guitar instrument sends – add your favorite outboard EQ, preamp, reverb or other processor to the two mic/guitar inputs, before the signal goes digital.
• 20 inputs / 22 outputs – there’s no channel sharing in the 828mkII; the mic inputs, S/PDIF I/O, headphone out and main outs are all handled as separate channels.
• 8 channels of 24-bit ADAT optical input/output. Eight channels at 44.1/48kHz. Four channels at 88.2/96kHz.
• Sample-accurate digital transfers between ADAT digital tape decks and the computer via the ADAT sync port.
• Sample-accurate MIDI – connect a MIDI controller and/or sound module with no separate interface

needed. MIDI I/O is sample-accurate with supporting software.

• Expandable – add additional interfaces for more I/O as your needs grow.
• Eight 24-bit 96kHz analog inputs and outputs on balanced/unbalanced 1/4″ TRS jacks.
• Separate TRS main outs and front-panel headphone jack, each with independent volume control.
• Stereo 24-bit 96kHz S/PDIF in/out.
• Word clock in and out.
• SMPTE in and out.
• Includes drivers for Mac & PC, including ASIO, WDM, Wave, GSIF, Core Audio, and Core MIDI. Supports all popular Macintosh and Windows audio software.
• 100% compatible with all host-based effects processing in today’s popular audio programs.
• Includes AudioDesk full-featured sample-accurate workstation software for the Macintosh with recording, editing, mixing, real-time 32-bit effects processing & sample-accurate sync.
• Plug-and-play operation with your Mac or PC via high-speed USB 2.0.
• Front panel volume control for main outputs.
• Front panel headphone jack with independent volume control.
• Front panel meters for all analog, digital and MIDI I/O, plus SMPTE sync tach and lock LEDs.
• Dedicated front panel clock status LEDs.

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