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Korg's MS-20 monophonic synthesizer, first introduced in 1978, is still a coveted instrument to this day, thanks to its thick, robust sound, its powerful, iconic analog filter, and its versatile patching options. Over 300,000 people have enjoyed the distinct MS-20 sounds from the original, from Korg's MS-20 plug-in synth, or the iMS-20 iPad app.

Today, the sounds of the MS-20 have been reborn in hardware, as the MS-20 Mini. The same engineers who developed the original MS-20 have perfectly reproduced its circuitry and fit into a body that's been shrunk to 86% of the original size, yet retains the distinctive look of the original.

SparkLE Creative Drum Machine joins its bigger brother to take this concept to the masses in an all-new, ultra-portable package at a takeaway price point that's tough to beat (€249.00 EURO/$299.00 USD).

Software-wise, SparkLE Creative Drum Machine makes use of the same full-featured Spark Engine software shipping with the original SPARK Creative Drum Machine. It includes an awesome library of over 1,500 instruments and 100 kits, providing top-notch, professional sounds covering a variety of dancefloor-friendly genres and stylings, ever-expandable with Arturia add-ons (like the Hip Hop Essentials and DubStep Essentials Expansion Packs).

M-Audio is reintroducing a number of models from their popular series of recording microphones:

- Nova large-capsule
- Sputnik Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Vacuum Tube Condenser Microphone
- Pulsar II small-diaphragm matched-pair microphones.

What innovative products!

Roland announces the STUDIO-CAPTURE USB 2.0 Audio Interface, the new flagship of the acclaimed CAPTURE family of computer-based recording interfaces.

Featuring pro-level performance, generous I/O that includes 12 premium-grade mic preamps, and a flexible, mobile design that's equally at home in the studio or on the road, STUDIO-CAPTURE sets an all-new standard in USB audio interfaces.

Apogee introduces New Duet for iPad & Mac, High resolution mobile interface.

Duet for iPad and Mac - Highlights

- First professional stereo audio interface for iPad
- Direct digital connection to iPod touch, iPhone, iPad
- Works with new iPhone 5, iPad (4th generation), iPad mini
(Apple's Lighting to 30-pin adapter required - Sold separately)
- Works with GarageBand, Auria, MultiTrack; Any Core Audio compatible app on iOS
Etc.

Mackie today announces a powerful new control app for the popular DL1608 and new DL806 Digital Live Sound Mixers — My Fader.

Based on the acclaimed user interface and workflow of the Master Fader iPad control app, My Fader provides the perfect set of features for on-stage performers controlling their own monitor mix. My Fader is also great for the FOH engineer who needs a handy tool that allows pocketable wireless control from anywhere in the venue.