Boxed copies of virtual instruments give you all the benefits of the software with the bonus of having physical copies of the data, saving you the hassle of large downloads and having to worry about ...

Casio enters the digital production space with the high-spec SXC-1 sampler The device features dedicated sampling pads designed for high-precision tactile feedback Integrated connectivity options ...

Looking like a colourful hybrid of a Game Boy, a calculator and a Roland SP-404, the SXC-1 draws inspiration from the classic SK-1 sampler keyboard When you purchase through links on our site, we may ...

Jazz pianists need more than just weighted keys—they require specific features for authentic expression. The best instruments for jazz combine sophisticated key action, detailed sound sampling, ...

The journey into keyboard playing comes with enough challenges without adding unnecessary complications. When you're just starting out, a 61-key keyboard strikes the perfect balance between providing ...

The Hot Chip frontman on how Susan Boyle and the Beach Boys helped inspire music on the band's new greatest hits package, Joy In Repetition. By Katie Bain Hot Chip wasn’t sold on the idea of a ...

A unique lo-fi sample-based synth with some clever social elements built in, the WoFi combines cloud technology and music seamlessly. Greg Scarth puts it to the test. Lots of music tech brands are ...

If you’re learning to play the piano, there’s nothing quite like the real thing. The good news? Depending on where you live, there are probably several upright pianos for free on Craigslist or OfferUp ...

Hiroshi Fujiwara has been active on the music scene since the 1980s. He has been a driving force in street culture, with a heavy influence on various fields. His design group Fragment Design has often ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. The words ‘piano’ and ‘portable’ don’t sit easily together, as ...

The extended play album is an art form not many artists have ever truly mastered. Long considered a “non-committal” medium, EPs rarely run more than 30 minutes and are meant to offer listeners a taste ...

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