THE FUSE

Musicians have a choice. Either learn a new piece of musical technology inside out, so that every feature, function and control becomes a subtle nuance of your performance, or flit from gadget to gadget, and rely on conjuring up ideas through happy accidents and serendipity. We’ve delved into the ever-expanding realm of intuitive music machines, seeking out new devices that promise delight from the very first button press, but which will also reward deep investment in time and exploration.