dual 6 core 192gbram 22" touch studioblade

yeah it does say semi-weighted keys, they should give you the option of fully weighted if someone is gonna be dropping the kind of serious dough they are probably gonna be charging for it.

they should really just give fully weighted keys stock.

4sure

Im surprised openlabs did not go after them as this seems to be exact replica of what they been doing

konc3pt wrote::roll: 4sure

Im surprised openlabs did not go after them as this seems to be exact replica of what they been doing

I dont think there is anything proprietary about those machines... (keyboard with pc parts built in... sounds like every keyboard made since the 80's)

it's the same machine feature for feature tho

konc3pt wrote:it's the same machine feature for feature tho

well i think open labs had a couple of pieces of their own software though? like the one that make patches from your keyboards and sound modules automatically similarly to how the 8800 can..

check this out

Clone all Keyboards: Since the StudioBLADE is capable of running virtually any Windows 7 software or plug-in, you can install any number of third-party auto-sampling software to "clone" sounds from other keyboard workstations, synthesizers, sound modules or even virtual instruments. Imagine having all your favorite sounds at your finger tips plus more. That's the power of the StudioBLADE.

konc3pt wrote:check this out

Clone all Keyboards: Since the StudioBLADE is capable of running virtually any Windows 7 software or plug-in, you can install any number of third-party auto-sampling software to "clone" sounds from other keyboard workstations, synthesizers, sound modules or even virtual instruments. Imagine having all your favorite sounds at your finger tips plus more. That's the power of the StudioBLADE.

yeah it seems like they are suggesting the idea too... makes sense I guess. Well I wonder if anyone from open labs works for studioblade or vice versa...

also, it would be pretty hilarious to buy the top model (probably costs 5k or more haha) and putting out tutorial vids entirely consisting of beating angry birds levels.

mr_debauch wrote:

http://www.musiccomputing.com wrote:
StudioBLADE (Gen3) 61

Keybed:
Number of keys: 61
Type of keys: Semi-weighted action

CPU (Windows Models):
Processor Type: Xeon Server Platform
Processor Options: 2-Core (2.0GHz) / 4-core (2.13GHz) / 6-core (2.4GHz)
Number of Processors: Single or Dual

CPU (Mac OS Models):
Processor Type: Core i-series
Processor Options: i7 4-core (2.3GHz)

RAM Memory (Windows Models):
Number of Slots: 6 per Processor (12 Total)
Type of RAM: Registered ECC
Size of RAM: 4GB / 8GB / 16GB
Maximum Amount of RAM: 192GB

RAM Memory (Mac OS Models):
Number of Slots: 2
Type of RAM: DDR3
Size of RAM: 2GB / 4GB / 8GB
Maximum Amount of RAM: 16GB

Drives (Windows Models):
HD Bay 1: 500GB (7200RPM) Standard. Upgradeable to 1TB / 2TB / 3TB (7200RPM) and SSD (see online store)
HD Bay 2: Optional 500GB (7200RPM) Standard. Upgradeable to 1TB / 2TB / 3TB (7200RPM) SSD (see online store)
Optical Drive: DVD / CD Burner (Built-in)

Drives: (Mac OS Models)
HD: See online store for latest options
Optical Drive: DVD / CD Burner (Built-in)

Audio Interface Options:
1.) Presonus Audiobox USB: Inputs - 2 XLR or (1/4") TRS (balanced or unbalanced) combo inputs /w +48v phantom power and gain control: Outputs - 2 (1/4") balanced TRS output + 1 stereo (1/4") headphone, MIDI (in/out) +1 direct keyboard MIDI out, Sample Rate (24bit 48KHz)

2.) Presonus Firestudio Mobile: Inputs - 2 XLR or (1/4") TRS (balanced or unbalanced) combo inputs /w +48v phantom power and gain control plus 6 balanced line level (1/4"): Outputs - 2 balanced (1/4") TRS, S/PDIF (in/out), MIDI (in/out) +1 direct keyboard MIDI out, Sample Rate (24bit 96KHz)

Bundled Controllers Options (included in price):
Akai APC20: Nine faders, which you can assign to volume control, pan, sends, and a choice of three user-mapped modes. You have even more control power with special controls including Tap Tempo, Tempo Nudge, record enables, and solo/cues. A new User Mode enables you to use the Clip Launch buttons to control instruments and the Drum Rack.
Akai MPD26: The heart of the MPD26 is its bank of 16 velocity and pressure-sensitive MPC pads, an Akai Professional exclusive. You can access four different sounds from each MPC pads for a total of 64 at your fingertips. The MPD26 also features the MPC series' assignable Q-Link controllers, enabling you to control nearly any parameters in your software in real time. You get six assignable Q-Link faders and six assignable Q-Link 360° knobs so you'll spend less time with the mouse and more time making music. The MPD26 also gives you a dedicated set of transport controls for instant access to the most commonly used DAW or sequencing-software controls.
Pitch and mod: 2 x wheels
Octave: up/down buttons with lighted position indicators
Sustain: 1/4" jack (pedal sold separately)
Keyboard and Mouse: Wireless Keyboard (QWERTY) and Mouse (Standard for Windows models optional for Mac OS X models)

Video:
TouchScreen: Built-in 22" touchscreen (1920 x 1080) resolution.
External Monitor Support: One DVI and One HDMI for dual display support in clone or extended desktop mode for Windows models. Single HDMI with DVI adapter for Mac OS X models

Software:
Music Computing software: SonicSource (VSTi with thousands of sounds and effects), GeoMIDI (controller mapping software), and TriggerGrid (sample trigger player for trigger pads)
Third party software: Studio One Pro (Full Version) Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) for Windows Models. Logic Studio Pro optional for Mac OS X Models

Operating Systems:
Microsoft: Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
Apple: Mac OS X 10.7 (64-bit)

Connectivity (Windows Models):
USB: Two USB 2.0 Port (can use optional USB hub for additional ports - not included)
FireWire: One Internal Firewire 400 Port + 2 External Firewire 400 Port
MIDI: IN / OUT/ OUT
Ethernet: 1000BASE-T

Connectivity (Mas OS Models):
USB: Four USB 2.0 Ports (2 available)
FireWire: One Firewire 800 Port (used if equipped with the 10ins/6outs audio interface option)
MIDI: IN / OUT/ OUT
Ethernet: 1000BASE-T

Construction material: Anodized aluminum

Size: 36"(L) x 18"(D) x 6"(H)

Weight: approx 42 lbs

Looks like if you run with the windows 7 platform instead of the mac OS... you can max it out quite a bit more...

Some people on here mentioned they thought these types of systems are the future... for an all in one box system it looks alright. Obviously you could piece a beast like this together for cheaper... but it would be tough to strap all that into a keyboard frame. Anyone getting one? Skalante? how about you?

Funny the timing of this post. i've been searching online to make a DIY version of this. I've been searching for aCME UF60 so i can slap a mini itx board iniside of it with an i5 cpu. and use one of thise mimo usb touchscreen monitors with it. maybe retrofit one of those small akai lp pads controller too.

this thing looks beastly though. wow nice

hey that is a cool idea... would be cool to see how that fits in etc.. and how you mount and set up the ventilation and all that jazz.

konc3pt wrote::roll: 4sure

Im surprised openlabs did not go after them as this seems to be exact replica of what they been doing

open labs went under, so that might be why. im no legal expert though, so i dont know if they still could regardless.

imo this is different enough for them not to worry, it would be a shame if thy couldnt release it because of something like that.

Ugly looking machine. It's like they've employed everyone from Open Labs apart from the designer.

There's way too many drawbacks to using something like this compared to just owning a separate computer/keyboard/interface. What's the useable viewing angle of the screen? Is it matte or glossy? If it's glossy then at some angles all you will see is fingerprints and in a live situation it could be unusable. You also need to factor in the placement of a separate keyboard and mouse because touch screens only take you so far. All things considered I think the ergonomics are wrong with these sorts of machines.

damien907 wrote:open labs went under, .

no shit

Coz wrote:Ugly looking machine. It's like they've employed everyone from Open Labs apart from the designer.

Well at least Richard Divine has some new firewood to stay warm this winter.