Korg describe the Kaoss Pad KP3 as " More than a processor, the KP3 is a complete instrument allowing you to manage, recall, and play back samples; sample on the fly; and add dynamic processing to any audio signal or to the samples themselves". It has the X-Y touch pad to control multi -effect parameters in real time and it has been around since October 2006 and is still being widely used by musicians, producers and DJ's. It is Korg's third version of it's Kaoss Pad and I wonder as this is nearly four years old now, will there ever be a KP4? The KP3 was upgraded to Version 2 on 9th July 2009. This Kaoss Pad is not just a great hands-on effects module it is also quite a remarkable Midi controller.

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NAMM 2010 started today 14/01/2010 and Korg have announced  the KAOSSILATOR PRO – a powered-up version of the great little KAOSSILATOR, reborn as a powerful track-making tool and loaded with live performance power - just what you needed - what fun.

The KAOSSILATOR  allowed anyone to easily create melodies and phrases – the new KAOSSILATOR PRO  has 200 wild and exciting sound programs - (synths, drums and acoustic instruments), a new Electribe-inspired gate arpeggiator, and four loop recording banks that can even record external audio sources  It  is packed with goodies that make it ideal for live performance. In addition it has USB connectivity for use with your computer and an SD card memory storage allow the KAOSSILATOR PRO to be used not just for improvised performances, but also as a superbly intuitive, track-making music production tool. Intuitive X-Y touchpad lets you perform complex phrases with one finger.  You can assign your favorite programs to the eight Program Memory buttons for instant recall.

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Those generous guys at TC Electronics are giving away a free reverb  - the M30 Reverb.  As they have stated "This really is an offer you can't refuse. Now you can have a great sounding and very easy to use TC Electronic reverb plug-in (VST and AU) for free! (value $79.) "

I am a great lover of TC Electronic Reverbs and I particularly like the ones found on their TC Konnekt 48 - they are so smooth.

The M30 Reverb plug-in has a great Hall algorithm and suits vocals but can also be used with a wide variety of instruments and audio material. It is simple to use and great sounding.

This is only free for a limited amount of time, so get it now at:-

TC Electronic.com