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Gear Review: Yamaha RM1X Sequence Remixer

Yamaha RM1X Introduction The Yamaha RM1X Sequence Remixer is a capable and powerful unit with built-in synthesizer and drum sounds, onboard sequencer, groovebox interface and parameter controls in a durable metal enclosure. Operating with MIDI 5-pin DIN IN/OUT, this machine can sync with other MIDI-compatible gear and control up to 16 channels of MIDI. With a limited selection of built-in effects, pattern and song modes and a wide variety of built-in sounds, loops and songs and user-dedicated pattern slots this groovebox is an all-in-one solution for music production and performance. Pros 16 voices/tracks 16 sections Lots of onboard voices Powerful sequencer Grid…

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Mystik Groovebox Showdown! Which is the Best? My favorite is…

Mystik Studio All of them! LOL! But, keep reading if you want to know which one individually takes the crown. Also, let's all acknowledge this is totally subjective. Everyone will have their own experiences. These are obviously insights drawn from my experiences. They're based on a bunch of criteria, mostly use cases. Actual use cases, tangible experience and general utility as well as looking at the overall facility as an "all-in-one production" studio. Here are some of the primary criteria we'll be looking at in broad strokes. Controls / Knobs Synths Drums FX Modulation Arranger Song Mode Track Count I/0 Pros Cons…

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