NAMM 2016: PNOscan

PNOscan expands the possibilities of your piano or keyboard.

Install the device into your instrument and you're ready to record, practice, and perform.

Specifics:

• Sensors: Optical Sensing of Keys and Pedals
• Sampling rate: 1000 tiems per second./per sensor
• Latency: <2ms
• Retrofit capable: (no need to move the piano) 
• I/O: 5 pin MIDI, USB, and PNOmation
• Configuration: # of notes in system configurable
• Variable Trigger Threshold: Captures trills and fast repeats
• Advanced Customization: Using an available PC based application

NAMM 2016: PianoArc

The PianoArc has a new model called the, "DualWing." This model will be used for the Atlanta Hawks NBA team’s Phillips Arena.

It features dual 72 note controller keyboards with synth action, a carbon fiber top, integrated (midi-programmable) light show, custom machined aluminum stand and custom mounts for control surface, laptop and additional mic mounts.

It comes in these 5 different styles to choose from:

Watch Ashur Denburg do a demonstration:

Media Report by Adam Young

NAMM 2016: The One

The ONE has created a piano that teaches you to play! It includes video lessons, light-up keys, and piano games. It connects through USB to MIDI devices, has a karaoke microphone, Aux in for MP3/CD player, Aux out for sound amp/mixer, and a piano pedal input. It also has a 1/8" headphone socket in the front for quiet practice. You can use it with an iOS or Android device.