The Ensoniq Mirage DMS-1 is a digital sampling keyboard released by Ensoniq in 1984. It was one of the first affordable digital sampling keyboards available to musicians. It featured a built-in 8-bit sampler, a 61-note velocity-sensitive keyboard, and a...
The Ensoniq Mirage DMS-8 v2 is a vintage digital synthesizer and sampler released by Ensoniq in 1985. It was the first instrument to feature both sampling and synthesis capabilities in a single unit. The DMS-8 v2 was capable of storing up to 8MB of...
The Ensoniq EPS-16 PLUS Digital Sampling Workstation represents a significant advancement in digital sampling technology, building upon the legacy of the 8-bit Mirage and original 13-bit EPS models. While maintaining Ensoniq's commitment to affordable...
The Akai S1000 represents a significant advancement in digital sampling technology, following the success of Akai's 12-bit S900, which had established itself as the studio-standard sampler. Released in late 1988, this new 16-bit stereo sampler aims to...
Akai S900 Sampler: A Vintage ClassicIntroduction The Akai S900 was an impressive eight-voice Multiple Point Sampler that stood out in the market for its quality and affordability when it was introduced in 1986. At the time of its release, it offered...