KVR Audio

rockreid · Post by **rockreid** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 6:16 pm

http://www.akaipro.com/tradeshow/messe2 ... m_Wolf.pdf

way to go Akai!

5-voice analog drum machine and synth—authentic analog design that references classic rhythm machines and synthesizers
Legendary analog drum sounds—kick, snare, open & closed hi-hat, and metallic percussion
Synth-bass module—selectable square or sawtooth wave with classic filter design for warm, deep basses and squelchy leads.
Onboard 32-step sequencer—classic drum machine workflow for quickly laying down grooves and melodies
Six genuine MPC pads—responsive controls for sequencing and finger drumming
Howl knob—custom distortion circuit for additional sound design
USB-MIDI and MIDI In/Out—flexible MIDI connectivity for easy integration into modern studios
Gate Trigger—triggering via modular synths, vintage sequencers, or external sound sources
Independent audio outputs—dedicated outputs for the drum machine and synth-bass module for precise mixing

toine6 · Post by **toine6** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 6:22 pm

http://www.musicradar.com/news/tech/aka ... nth-595779

Kriminal · Post by **Kriminal** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 6:30 pm

$199

bungle · Post by **bungle** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 6:57 pm

Really think there is a certain amount of "Oh sh*t" going on at some companies right now

ghettosynth · Post by **ghettosynth** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 6:59 pm

So this might have potential, I'll reserve judgement until I hear it. If it's just more cheese, then I'll pass. For me, it's all about how much effort went into the analog design.

But, that aside, is early 90s style live electronica making a comeback? If you've ever seen prototype 909 live, you'll know what I'm talking about.

http://youtu.be/W_f4xr1k5hs

I really like what they're saying about how six hands make a difference. One guy on the desk and two guys rocking the machines. This was super fun back in the day but live PAs like what these guys did really died out in the late 90s as everyone had moved to live and laptop performances.

http://youtu.be/bJniGbawNqo

EvilDragon · Post by **EvilDragon** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 7:01 pm

Aaaaand this is how you kill Roland.

thecontrolcentre · Post by **thecontrolcentre** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 7:14 pm

Looks like it could be The One ... and only $199? Can't wait to hear it

awol9000 · Post by **awol9000** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 12:50 pm

I'm feeling this more than Roland's latest offerings, especially the price which I can actually afford.

I wonder what the bass synth will sound like with the sequencer - 303 ish?

robogone · Post by **robogone** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 1:23 pm

Looking forward to hearing some reviews. Hopefully the price isn't due to it being budget in terms of quality.

rockreid · Post by **rockreid** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 2:58 pm

awol9000 wrote:I'm feeling this more than Roland's latest offerings, especially the price which I can actually afford.

I wonder what the bass synth will sound like with the sequencer - 303 ish?

Akai's marketing surely makes it sound like it will be 303-ish. One can hope but the only way to truly tell will be when demos are available closer to this Summer.

thecontrolcentre · Post by **thecontrolcentre** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 3:23 pm

robojam wrote:Looking forward to hearing some reviews. Hopefully the price isn't due to it being budget in terms of quality.

It has wooden end cheeks ... if thats not quality I dont know what is

lectrixboogaloo · Post by **lectrixboogaloo** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 3:45 pm

Amazing. Won't be long before I can pick up some cheese, coke, toilet paper, drywall screws, batteries, a cellphone plan, a nice 4 pack of horror dvds and an analog synth all at walmart.

cytospur · Post by **cytospur** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 3:56 pm

You can get coke at Walmart?

lectrixboogaloo · Post by **lectrixboogaloo** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 4:27 pm

cytospur wrote:You can get coke at Walmart?

Seems obvious. How else you keep all those workers so positive and productive?

You're talking about coca-cola, right?

cytospur · Post by **cytospur** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 4:34 pm

lectrixboogaloo wrote:
cytospur wrote:You can get coke at Walmart?
Seems obvious. How else you keep all those workers so positive and productive?

You're talking about coca-cola, right?

Errrr.... Yes, coca-cola

New Akai Rhythm Wolf drum machine!