Posts by Lasse Eilers
Roland V-Stage: The Ultimate Stage Keyboard for Gigging Musicians?
21 Jan in Synths
The Roland V-Stage sounds like a live performer's dream. With four sections based on Roland's latest sound engines, is this their best stage keyboard ever?
Software Deals from iZotope, Softube, Avid, and Audiothing
In this week’s edition of Software Deals, you can save up to 75% on iZotope effects. Other great offers are coming from Softube, Avid, and Audiothing.
Viscount Legend One: More than an Organ
20 Jan in Synths
Viscount has announced the new Legend One stage keyboard at NAMM 2025. Is the Viscount Legend One the ultimate all-in-one solution for gigging players?
RdPiano, MixComp, Crunchrr: Free Plugins of the Week
Let RdPiano take you back in time! This free plugin emulates the iconic Roland MKS-20 piano module and other digital pianos of the 80s.
Nord Piano 6: Who Needs a Nord Grand, Anyway?
17 Jan in Synths
Nord will unveil the new Nord Piano 6 at NAMM 2025. What's new in the Nord Piano 6 – and what are the differences to the Nord Grand 2?
Twisted Electrons TWISTfm: Now Ready to Order
16 Jan in Synths
Twisted Electrons TWISTfm is an 8-voice polyphonic synth based on Sound Blaster FM Chips. Now available to order!
Stylophone CPM DS-2 Drone Synth Is Shipping
16 Jan in Synths
The Stylophone CPM DS-2 drone synthesizer announced a year ago appears to be about to ship. You can now order the synth from Thomann!
Behringer STEPS: Here Comes The Hotstepper
16 Jan in Synths
Behringer STEPS is a Stages clone: a versatile six-stage function generator that can be an envelope, complex LFO, sequencer, or anything in between.
Focal ST6 Solo6 and Trio6: Now Available in Black
15 Jan in Studio
The popular Focal ST6 Solo6 2-way and Trio6 3-way professional nearfield studio monitors are now available in a sleek new black finish.
Software Deals: Big Discounts on Brainworx, IK Multimedia, Cherry Audio & More
In this week’s edition of Software Deals, you can score some big discounts on Brainworx, IK Multimedia, Cherry Audio, Plugin Alliance, and more.
Behringer MS-1 MKII: New Edition of the SH-101 Clones Back in Stock!
13 Jan in Synths
Firmware updates for the Behringer MS-1 MKII and original MKI add a number of enhancements and bug fixes. Now the MKII Red is back in stock!
Soft Drums Lite, LS-1173, Honest Overdrive: Free Plugins of the Week
12 Jan in Studio
Looking for mellow drum sounds? Soft Drums Lite is just what you need! Other freebies include an API-inspired EQ and preamp and a versatile distortion plugin.
Nord Organ 3: The Red Organ Is Back!
10 Jan in Synths
The Nord Organ 3 picks up where the C2D left off. With improved organ models, new effects, a redesigned panel, and more, is this the best Nord Organ ever?
Synth Space Berlin, Light Sequencing, Experimental FM: Synth Journal
09 Jan in Synths
Join Matt Johnson and Dom Sigalas on a tour of Yamaha’s Synth Space Berlin. Also: light-based Sequencing, experimental FM, and music on Radio Shack computers.
Software Deals from Universal Audio, Native Instruments, Sonnox & More
New year, new deals! This week’s best software deals come from Universal Audio, Native Instruments, Sonnox, and Inphonik.
Just a Sample, BP-909, Tubeshifter: Free Plugins of the Week
05 Jan in Studio
Let's kick off 2025 with three awesome free plugins! Just a Sample is an open-source sampler, BP-909 packs a punch, and Tubeshifter delivers tasty saturation.
Best Free Plugins of 2024: Freeware Picks of the Year
It’s been a good year for free plugins! From unique effects to creative software synths, there were heaps of great freeware to discover. We check out the best free plugins of 2024!
Highlights of the Year: My Favorite Gear of 2024
26 Dec 2024 in Synths
With so much to choose from, picking my favorite synths, samplers, and software of 2024 isn't easy. Here's my list of my personal gear highlights of the year!
OctoWah Stew, Resonator, Subtle Spaces: Free Plugins of the Week
22 Dec 2024 in Studio
OctoWah Stew fattens up your tracks with a tasty blend of octaves, overdrive, and auto wah. Check it out in this week’s round-up of the best free plugins.
A Touching Tribute to the OSCar and its Creator: Synth Journal
19 Dec 2024 in Synths
Cherry Audio releases a Polivoks filter plugin, Noise Engineering has new firmware, and Dave Spiers pays homage to the legendary OSCar and its creator.
Best Stage Pianos and Arranger Keyboards of 2024
18 Dec 2024 in Synths
Which stage pianos and arranger keyboards impressed us the most in 2024? Let’s check out the best new stage pianos and keyboards of the year.
Software Deals: Awesome Holiday Deals from Soundtoys, SSL, GForce and More!
The Soundtoys Holiday Sale is on: Save up to 75% on Soundtoys 5 and individual plugins! GForce, SSL, and AIR Music Tech are having big holiday sales, too.