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Keyboards & Synths February 17, 2014

Physis Modeling Piano Technology

Physical modeling is different than “sample-based” technology, instead using advanced mathematical algorithms to reproduce the various physical properties of a given instrument - in this case, the Piano.Engineers, musicians, and…

MMR Staff
Feb 17, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 26, 2014

Korg RK-100S Synth/Controller

Korg is debuting the RK-100S synth/controller for the 30th anniversary of the original RK-100. Korg's latest keytar is housed in a solid wood body and is battery powered, offering a number of additional…

MMR Staff
Jan 26, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 23, 2014

Roland's Nunney Receives Dealers' Choice Award

Kim Nunney, president & CEO of Roland U.S. accepts the MMR Dealers' Choice Award for "Pro Digital Piano Line of the Year" (The Roland FP-80) on Wednesday night in Anaheim.

MMR Staff
Jan 23, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 21, 2014

80 Years of Hammond Organs

The name “Hammond” is as hallowed as that of any guitar maker in the MI business, responsible for the soul of generations’ worth of hits thanks to its classic B3…

MMR Staff
Jan 21, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 21, 2014

Hurray for Hollywood Piano

You can’t own something called “Hollywood Piano” without dropping names, and co-owner Glenn Treibitz doesn’t disappoint: Justin Bieber just bought his mom a piano there; Captain America (Chris Evans) put…

MMR Staff
Jan 21, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 15, 2014

Roland and QSC Announce Marketing Partnership

Roland Corporation and QSC Audio Products, LLC have announced a new marketing partnership promoting the concept of electronic and hybrid percussion as a whole and showcasing the pairing of V-Drums and…

MMR Staff
Jan 15, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 14, 2014

Gator Frameworks X Style Keyboard Stand

Gator Cases’ new Frameworks X style steel keyboard stands are available with a single or double brace design. The stand’s gear lock can be adjusted with one hand to set…

MMR Staff
Jan 14, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 14, 2014

Korg Pitchblack Pro Rackmount Tuner and Cable Checker

The newly-developed “3D” style tuning meter offers high visibility with color LEDs on Korg’s Pitchblack Pro, allowing a multi-dimensional view of the display so that from any distance or angle,…

MMR Staff
Jan 14, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 13, 2014

Roland FA-06 and FA-08 Keyboards

The FA-06 includes a 61-note velocity-sensitive keyboard, while the FA-08 is equipped with an 88-note Ivory Feel-G Keyboard that provides weighted-action performance derived from Roland’s high-end pianos. The FA series’…

MMR Staff
Jan 13, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 10, 2014

Roland KT-10 Kick Trigger Pedal

The KT-10 delivers professional performance with a compact footprint and ultra-low profile. The reverse-action trigger mechanism in the KT-10 also makes for quieter operation than a kick pad played with…

MMR Staff
Jan 10, 2014
Keyboards & Synths January 3, 2014

Roland's F-20 Digital Piano

Roland’s F-20 Digital Piano is an entry-level instrument that is also compatible with Roland’s free interactive apps for Apple iOS devices.With the functions, appearance, and texture of keyboards found in…

MMR Staff
Jan 3, 2014