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I have an A25, but I just use it mainly for Mono lines and controlling the Komplete Kontrol software, along with recording CC#'s (the A25 doesn't have 5 pin din, by the way). Also, I use it for Drum and Percussion programming/parts - I just use the transpose buttons if I need more notes. My main controller is a Studiologic 88 (one of the older models - about 16 years old and I love it for Piano playing. It feels nice to play). That is a 5 pin din. I don't know why, but I feel more comfortable with 5 pin...maybe I'm just too old school still in my midi thinking. Yes, you are right, for some reason, three octave controllers are few and far between these days.

The NI S25 has been discontinued for quite a while.

From 'Heavyocity'...Damage Drum Kit with a $99 intro price ($79 if you have 'Damage 2'). Aimed more at Cinematic and Epic sounds. There is a loop creation page as well. Damage Drum Kit - Massive Drum VST (heavyocity.com)

I'm quite tied up with Steinberg products and their mailing lists so this dropped through my Email letterbox this morning. I thought it might be of some use to some musicians on this board. It does look quite interesting and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Details here on the Steinberg Website link: VST Live: Advanced Live Performance System | Steinberg

Probably... There are various quotes knocking around about that session, so maybe there is a modicum of truth in there somewhere. Here is another one: "If I can remember this right, the story behind this one (from Carol Kaye) is that the drummer on the session was playing too far behind and kind of dopey. The producer asked her to play something really forward and 'up' to pep up the drummer, and that's what she did. She didn't think they'd keep the take on the track, let alone that it would become a minor hit, as she thought the line was too busy..."

“Hey, Carol, do something!!!”...she did...improvised on the spot (so the story goes).

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The company, 'Sample Fuel', has a free 'LITE' bundle of six of their products for 'Halion Sonic SE'. There are some great sounds in there, and if you like getting creative, plenty of sound design options available. Even if you don't own Cubase/Nuendo there is a link provided so you can download 'Halion Sonic SE' (free) for use outside of Steinberg products with little fuss. 'Sample Fuel' Link

The Brecker Brothers - Live in Brussels 1994...

Or Dinner Music...

"The Queen has two honorary degrees in Music, a Bachelor of Music from University of London, and Doctor of Music from the University of Wales". Probably explains why she swerved the gig Saturday night.

Yeah, that as well...

I've just watched Rod Stewart butchering 'Sweet Caroline' on the iPlayer. Good grief, the first few lines he sounds like a terrible Dolly Parton Tribute singer, singing some obscure Country number, that no one knows (including himself) - what happened to the tune?

Have a look at the many online reviews for 'Kali Audio LP-6's'. Within you budget at about £370.00 for a pair if you shop around and well worth the money for the quality sound. I have a pair and have been knocked out by them. Kali Audio — LP Series Monitors

I thought that old 'mob' looking geezer did all right. He can warble a bit.

Perfect..!

The Sh*te Stripes? It does have a certain Ring about it.

ValhallaDSP have updated their free 'SuperMassive' Delay/Reverb plugin to version 2.0. Valhalla Super Massive - Valhalla DSP 👍

A biggie for Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. (not that they needed any more biggies, of course). Not being able to count to five didn't stop these two beat makers..."effectively funking it up for the '90s with a shuffling jeep beat."

As much as I like Jaco and his contribution to the world of Music and Bass, I've no interest in blowing money on the 'Bass of Doom'. However, owning 'Triggers Broom of Doom' is another matter altogether.

Not the biggest selling single, but certainly pretty well known these days...