BAGS & CASES
PIANOS, KEYBOARDS & SYNTHESIZERS RHODES MK8/80AE Rhodes Music’s new MK8/80AE limited-edition electric piano marks the company’s 80th anniversary. With only 80 instruments available worldwide, the MK8/80AE builds on the Rhodes MK8, featuring a 73-note Rhodes Custom all-black keyboard, a gloss-varnished black oak case, chrome detailing and a transparent hood that reflects the iconic brand’s legacy of design and craftsmanship. The MK8/80AE includes onboard analog effects as standard, with an optional MIDI system available for expanded performance and studio integration . {rhodesmusic.com}
ARTURIA MINILAB 37
Arturia has released MiniLab 37, a compact 37-key MIDI controller designed to bring more play- ability, creative control and software integration to modern music-making setups. MiniLab 37 expands Arturia’s best-selling compact controller with 12 additional slim keys, a refined layout, hands-on DAW control, creative performance features and a complete software bundle. De- signed for beginners, producers, performers and musicians looking for a compact controller, MiniLab 37 offers the freedom of two-handed play without sacrificing portability. {arturia.com}
NOVATION
FLKEY 2 Novation has released the successor to its FLkey range of MIDI keyboard control- lers. FLkey 2 builds upon the capabilities of its predecessor with upgraded hardware and deeper connections to essential FL Studio tools and workflows. FLkey 2 incorporates a range of headline upgrades, including semi-weighted keys on FLkey 49 and 61, more responsive pads, endless encoders and a crisp, new OLED display that places essential informa- tion from FL Studio projects directly on the keyboard itself. The full range also includes powerful built-in creative tools including scale and chord modes, plus a powerful arpeggiator. {novationmusic.com}
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