Roland's latest MIDI controller is certainly an improvement over their previous efforts, but the competition has got tougher, too. Simon "Chops" Trask gives the new MKB the once-over.

Movie Director

Francis Ford Betteridge tackles video promos

At last — a BBC MIDI interface

Ann Owen tests the Armadeus sampling software from music newcomers - Clares

now the cheaper drum machine

Bass Pedals

Think of those things on the floor under the organ. Now chop them up a bit and separate them. We dance on the result

DrumCheck

Premier take the plunge with their first electronic kit. Bob Henrit goes in at the deep end

100 Watt Bass Combo

Digital Drum Machine

Competition is fierce in the budget drum machine arena. Nicholas Rowland takes a look at the British answer to the Japanese and American machines that have been in the limelight recently.

This month’s Checklist turns its attention to the world of electronic drum kits and drum machines. Price guides will never be the same again.

Keyboards, Guitars, Amps – What's New, Who's Who!

New gear to cheer.

On the face of it, Dynacord's MCC-1 looks a worthwhile investment for those who wish to by-pass the Spaghetti Junction of MIDI cables in the studio. But it faces stiff competition from other manufacturers' products. Paul Gilby fathoms its depths and draws his conclusion.

Keyboardcheck

A marriage of technology and elegance. Yes, Dave Foister has written another review

Digital Rhythm Composer

What to do with that gem of a song when it's all finished.

news from the front

newsworthy items for your interest

Yamaha 8000 Series Kit on Test.

Peter Maydew on a new budget PA system from a well-respected name.