The term "DJ equipment" has an increasingly vague definition these days. There was a time when turntables and a mixer were the only lumps of technology that properly sat in this group. But now almost anything can be dragged kicking and screaming into this category - including keyboards. So it makes sense to have a peek at Akai's entry level MPK25. Resident pad basher Chris Cartledge takes a look and shares his feelings.

It's always a pain when a manufacturer makes something that is almost great, but doesn't quite hit your desired nail quite on the head. But with MIDI controllers, anyone skilled with a soldering iron and a little knowledge has been able to knock up some sort of personalised device. But Livid have now taken this to the next level with their Builder kit. Now, your dream controller is just a few components and board snaps away with Livid's Builder kit.