Dan 'JD73' Goldman
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Dexibell Vivo S7
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman published
This new name in the keyboard world should definitely be on your radar
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Akai MPC X
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman published
Putting Akai’s latest flagship standalone MPC through its paces!
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Vox Continental 61
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman published
Korg and Vox revive and reinvent these classic keys
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Korg Kronos 88 Music Workstation
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman published
Time to check out the latest generation of Korg’s flagship workstation…
![Physically, the footprint is similar to Korg's microKorg and Novation's MiniNova](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fc58c047f2803a74a645d51c957977b7-320-80.jpg)
Roland JD-Xi
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman published
The JD-Xi couples a real analogue monosynth to Roland's SuperNatural sound engine
![The overall look is clean and utilitarian with a mixture of tough textured plastic for the body and shiny black perspex for the control surfaces](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d32e4c32aab65b55194c17488dedbe99-320-80.jpg)
Roland FA-08 Synthesizer
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman published
Roland's latest workstation places an emphasis on performance
![The Volca Beats takes some inspiration from Roland's tiny vintage TR808 machine](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/475fb9dd98800639aed74ee98a731ea2-320-80.jpg)
Korg Volca Beats
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman published
As the Japanese firm once again pulls out a dazzling range of mini-synths, we're in danger of a multiple Korgasm!
![We're not too keen on the RD64's looks: it's boxy and a bit plasticky and the design wastes space](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/90e8e8fa77e048f18d5042798721e0d0-320-80.jpg)
Roland RD-64 Digital Piano
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman published
A stage piano with a 64-note weighted keyboard is quite unique. We get touchy feely
![The sound selection area is nicely laid out and you'll find you rarely need to use the screen during live performance.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d62612ec851d2948e6131e093c1c0062-320-80.jpg)
Clavia Nord Piano
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman published
Nord releases its first dedicated stage piano
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Nord Stage 2 EX 88
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
The original Nord Stage 2 was a pretty significant upgrade to the outgoing Stage Classic EX.
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Roger Linn Design Linnstrument
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
Roger Linn's influence upon the electronic music world and beyond is nothing short of legendary.
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ROLI Seaboard Rise
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
Since we first saw the Seaboard Grand, as keyboardists we've been itching to play one.
![The P2's 44-note keyboard feels great for all playing styles and has velocity and aftertouch](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a8b6ef227ffff3f34935f526cf7708a7-320-80.jpg)
Dave Smith Instruments Pro 2
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
The Pro 2 borrows heavily from the Prophet 12, whilst offering up some uniquely tasty treats!
![The Numa Stage benefits from being relatively portable for an 88-note keyboard and offers useful MIDI controls features](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/62301802be675123ebed7f01b0718349-320-80.jpg)
Studiologic Numa Stage
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
Studiologic's Numa Stage has a large keyboard, bread and butter sounds and MIDI controller features
![The RK100S is in essence a tweaked MicroKorg XL in a sleek keytar body with two ribbon controllers](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2d30274e06c308418ce55eac9ff1136b-320-80.jpg)
Korg RK100S
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
30 years on, Korg has a successor to its RK100 keytar
![The controls and layout will be familiar to anyone that's previously used Elektron gear](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/17304c12d3b83e07d276c212c781bf66-320-80.jpg)
Elektron Analog RYTM
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
The Analog RYTM is Elektron's third 'Analog' badged product. Does it live up to the hype?
![The MS-20 kit is a limited edition of just 1,000 units worldwide](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/488563a386f7726493e1081c64d83398-320-80.jpg)
Korg MS-20 kit
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
Following the MS-20 mini comes a full-size MS-20 in kit form
![There's no mistaking that the System-1 is an Aira-line product with its familiar tough black plastic case, green trim and backlit buttons](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7903eed0f67224aa1670f90e704af823-320-80.jpg)
Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
The System-1 synth is the latest addition to Roland's Aira range
![Like all Nords, the A1 is built with the road in mind - it's super-tough and can be picked up with one hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/79ad5a325971479d2c38d84179999fd3-320-80.jpg)
Nord Lead A1
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
The Nord Lead A1 offers a stripped down interface, designed to make sound creation a breeze
![Like the P12K, the P12M is built like a tank with a tough metal case and solid wood ends](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/51011b31f2de0a3eef44d5d6e58488c6-320-80.jpg)
DSI Prophet 12 Module
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
We find out if the module packs the same punch as its big brother
![There are plenty of lights for keeping track of active steps and levels in dimly lit environments](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e486303e14899b2cf9a64b37cf7b75c5-320-80.jpg)
Korg SQ-1 Sequencer
By Dan 'JD73' Goldman last updated
Sequencers are all the rage again and surprisingly Korg hasn't made a dedicated sequencer for a long time
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