The Akai MPC 4000 emerged in an interesting time for music production. By 2002, Akai's MPC line had already established itself as a studio cornerstone for nearly 15 years. The journey began in 1988, a year that saw Roger Linn and Akai join forces to...
The AKAI MPC 3000 is a classic drum machine and sampler released by Akai in 1994. It is widely regarded as one of the best and most influential drum machines and samplers of all time. It features 16-bit sampling, 32-voice polyphony, and a sequencer with...
The Rise of a Hip-Hop Legend: The E-mu SP-1200 Story In August 1987, E-mu Systems released a machine that would help define the sound of hip-hop's golden age - the SP-1200 sampling drum machine. Created by Dave Rossum, this unassuming piece of equipment...
The Elektron Model:Samples is a powerful and intuitive sample-based instrument that allows users to create and manipulate samples in real time. It features a built-in sequencer, a wide range of effects, and a library of sounds. It is designed to be used...
Roland SP808EX: Evolution of the Groove Sampler The Roland SP808EX represents a significant evolution of the original SP808 'Groove Sampler.' Released in 2000, this updated model brings both aesthetic and functional improvements to its predecessor's...
Gaia SH-01, although it uses the legendary Roland abbreviation SH, nevertheless has nothing in common with the famous analog synthesizers of the 80's, although it emulates their sounds quite well. It is a compact synthesizer sporting mixed architecture...
The release of Pioneer DJ Toraiz SP-16 took place in 2016. The original sampler is the embodiment of popular instruments, as it includes a 16-step sequencer, based on the principle of TR-8 drum machine, a grid of multi-colored 16 pads taken from NI...
Sampler, Sound Module/ Tone Generator, Digital (D), Voices: 128, Multi Timbral Capacity: 32 part(s), Velocity Sensitivity, Aftertouch, Number of Keys: 76, Size: 7, Production start: 1999, Production ended: Yes.
Sound Module/ Tone Generator, Sampler, Digital (D), Voices: 128, Multi Timbral Capacity: 32 part(s), Production start: 1999, Production ended: Yes.
The Akai S5000 represented in the end of 90s a revolutionary advancement in sampler technology, distinguished by its innovative design and comprehensive feature set. The sampler's user interface leverages intuitive icons, graphics, pop-up windows, and...
