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M-Audio Oxygen Series Keyboard Controllers M-Audio has introduced the Oxygen Series ( MKV ) of keyboard controllers , which offer advancements in hardware control enabling producers and performers the ability to create their own signature sounds on stage or in the studio .
Available in 25- , 49- , and 61-key versions , the Oxygen Series controllers are USB-powered and all feature Smart Chord and Smart Scale technology , Auto-mapping , a built-in arpeggiator , and note repeat . The keyboard controllers also feature eight backlit velocity-sensitive pads , nine assignable faders ( one assignable fader on the Oxygen 25 ), eight assignable knobs , and full velocity control of keys and pads to open more music creation possibilities .
The Smart Chord feature plays full chords with a single key press , while the Smart Scale feature plays the exact notes within a chosen scale eliminating wrong notes . Both features offer more options with a Custom Mode and over 15 different scale variations .
Using an Oxygen Series controller with any DAW is easy as controls such as Transport , Faders , Pan , Record Arm , Solo , Mute , Select , and many more are automatically mapped for a fluid workflow with all major DAWs .
For more information , contact inMusic Canada : 833-466-9165 , ordercanada @ inmusicbrands . com , www . inmusicbrands . com .
Godin Acoustic Solutions ASG-8 120 Amplifier Godin Guitars has introduced the Acoustic Solutions ASG-8 120 . This newly-redesigned acoustic amplifier was developed with the performing singer-songwriter and acoustic musician in mind .
The Acoustic Solutions ASG-8 120 features two channels with XLR and 1 / 4-in . inputs , independent gain and resonance controls , a sweet-sounding reverb , as well as other additional effects like echo , flange , and two types of choruses .
The company says the amplifier was designed to sound pristinely clean with a relatively flat yet very natural response , which is ideal for various acoustic instruments , such as steel or nylon-string guitar , or even violin , flute , and more , as well as for clear and dynamic vocals .
The ASG-8 120 also provides a convenient Aux input to play backing tracks from a smartphone , tablet , or laptop , which can also be played through the amp ’ s Bluetooth connectivity .
For more information , contact Godin Guitars : 514-457-7977 , info @ godinguitars . com , www . godinguitars . com .
Spector Nickel-Round-Wound Electric Bass Strings Spector Musical Instruments has released a new line of electric bass strings . Available in four- , five- , and six-string sets , these nickelround-wound long-scale strings are well suited to any bass guitar but are designed specifically to complement the unique tonal character of Spector Basses .
Spector ’ s U . S . -made , small-batch approach to crafting professionalgrade instruments has carried over to this line of custom-wound strings . To develop the new strings sets , Spector partnered with New York-based La Bella Strings . Spector and La Bella developed a custom formula that achieves a balance between longevity , feel , and the attack and sustain that is characteristic of Spector . The result is a durable , reliable string that reinforces the tone of Spector basses and proprietary electronics , according to the company .
For more information , contact Korg USA : 866-444-9201 , sales @ korgusa . com , www . korgusa . com .
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