Hardware

Livid Instruments announces their new DIY line of components. This new implementation will give you everything you need to create controller that fits YOUR needs! You buy, "The Brain" which is the controller that everything connects to and then just add the right sliders, switches, knobs, LEDs, etc.. One of the nice features of this new modular system is that it comes with a graphical application to tell, "The Brain" what to expect for I/O and allows you to configure it from within the GUI. This is a really great system for people who are looking to get into building their own controllers. One last thing to mention is that Livid uses quality components so you are getting great quality stuff.

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This review is on the highly desirable Ohm64 by Livid Instruments. This controller is one of the few made in the USA and of good quality materials. The layout is very well thought out and the feel is very solid with rubberized tactile controls. All and all a great unit that is highly versatile.

Filming Note: The flickering that you see of the LEDs on the controller are caused by bad lighting while recording. In actuality no flickering had occurred.

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Novation's Launchpad is going to be one of the hottest little device the next few months because of many reasons. The first and foremost reason is that it gets people a hardware controller for Ableton Live at a very reasonable price. If you were thinking about getting in on the grid based controller craze, but thought their was too much of an investment involved, then this may be the answer you have been seeking. Not only is this device inexpensive, but it also has a lot of nice features for the new and advanced users. Check out the video review after the jump.