Pioneer Toraiz SP16 Sampler | £1,279 Full Review: FM310
Some firmware refinement is needed to justify its price, but there’s a lot to like about this inspiring and intuitive standalone sampler.
Korg Volca Sample |£119 Review FM286 It’s not without its faults, but the Sample’s workflow is exceptionally fluid. If you want a fun, flexible and inspiring instrument for little outlay, look no further.
Korg Electribe Sampler | £329 Review FM295 Not the perfect sampling solution, but fun to use and a creative alternative to the ever-present DAW. It’s great for live use too.
Native Instruments Kontakt 5 | £339 A good update rather than a mind-blowing one, but, taken as a whole, Kontakt is still the ultimate sampler.
Elektron Octatrack | €1,240 Review FM244 Elektron’s reimagining of hardware sampling results in a unique approach to sample-based composition and performance.