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Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol X1

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Traktor Kontrol X1 is a compact hardware controller that enables easy access to Native Instruments’ flagship DJ software Traktor Pro.

Looping, effects, track loading … now it can all be done without the need for dragging and clicking your mouse. The Kontrol X1 is compatible with other DJ software, or any software that accepts MIDI commands. Traktor Kontrol X1 features a total of 30 buttons, four push encoders and eight knobs arranged in effects, browse, loop and transport section.

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Steampunk Game Boy for 8-Bit Neo-Victorians

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Kyle Robinson is a toy maker in Eugene, Oregon. When he’s not busy in the workshop, he makes chip music under the name Thretris. Eventually, he combined his love of 8-bit sounds with his talent for modifying objects by making custom Game Boys.

“As it turned out, a lot of musicians and collectors really enjoyed my stuff so I started doing a lot of them to sell here and there,” he explains.

He says that the inspiration came “after seeing some really steampunk arcade mods online.” Check out his demo video for his gadget below. You can see more customized Game Boys on Robinson’s Flickr page and view his action figure creations on his website.

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Tapetronic – Alexis Malbert Tape Cassette Love

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

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Dorian Concept ne arata scula

Monday, February 15th, 2010

Dorian Concept – Fort Teen

Dorian Concept and a kewl video after the jump.

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NI and Tim Exile give you the Finger

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

Native Instruments have announced details surrounding The Finger, their unique keyboard-controlled effects processor.

Designed in collaboration with Tim Exile, The Finger is the brand new keyboard controlled effects processor that allows users to “play” effects in real-time using Read the rest of this entry »

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