Robin Vincent, Author at gearnews.com

NAMM 2018: Strymon Magneto Four Head dTape Echo and Looper

23 Jan 2018 in Synths

If Strymon made Eurorack effects modules they would make the Magneto - wait, what? A multi-head tape echo, looper and interstellar space machine in my rack? Yes please!

NAMM 2018: Robin’s synthesizer predictions

23 Jan 2018 in Synths

Arturia releases EuroBrute, Roland puts ACB in a multi-functional Eurorack module, Yamaha re-releases the CS-80 and Moog converts everything to Eurorack. Here are my NAMM 2018 predictions and a mixer I want.

NAMM 2018: Doepfer go polyphonic with 5 new modules

23 Jan 2018 in Synths

Five new polyphonic modules to get some voices into your Eurorack. A four-part oscillator, filter and envelope, an eight-part VCA and the MIDI/CV interface to bring the notes in.

Bitwig Studio 2.3: Phase synth, Expanded devices and time signatures

19 Jan 2018 in Studio

Bitwig Studio 2.3 fulfils a couple of frequent feature requests with time signatures and larger GUIs for devices, and gives us a whole new synth in the shape of the phase manipulating Phase-4.

NAMM 2018: Doepfer Dark Energy III updates the original semi-modular desktop synth

19 Jan 2018 in Synths

More oscillations, improved circuit design, resettable LFO's and an internal paradise for DIY modders the Dark Energy III breathes new life into their original semi-modular desktop monosynth.

NAMM 2018: Limited edition Korg ARP Odyssey FSQ bundled with SQ1

18 Jan 2018 in Synths

The original components are getting scarce and so Korg is putting together a limited run of the authentic ARP reproduction called the ARP Odyssey FSQ. Comes complete with a matching SQ1 sequencer.

NAMM 2018: Korg announce the slim D1 Digital Piano for stage and home

18 Jan 2018 in Synths

Simple and minimalistic the D1 Digital Piano provides a very playable weighted piano in a tidy and compact form that's great for gigs and perfect for the home.

NAMM 2018: Korg Volca Mix for mixing your Volcas

17 Jan 2018 in Synths

New for NAMM is a tidy little mixer called the Volca Mix for up to three (you've guessed it) Volcas. Includes a power splitter, filter, effects send, and sync out with tempo display.

NAMM 2018: P is for Prologue – the new Korg polyphonic hybrid synth

17 Jan 2018 in Synths

A huge leak from Korg ahead of NAMM and we gaze upon the polyphonic digital/analog hybrid synthesizer loveliness of the Prologue 8 and Prologue 16. Is the mystery solved?

Arturia RackBrute: 3U 6U Eurorack solution with MiniBrute integration

17 Jan 2018 in Synths

Finally! Here are full details on the Arturia RackBrute Eurorack enclosure system, which links directly to the MiniBrute 2 and 2S to make an awesome looking performance and modular tweaking rig.

Sonicware announce ELZ-1 multiple synth engine “Gadget Synth”

17 Jan 2018 in Synths

Fresh out of Japan is this fun looking Gadget Synth containing 5 different sorts of synthesis, a 3 octave push button keyboard and a GameBoy style screen.

Leak! Arturia RackBrute a Eurorack expander case for MiniBrute 2

17 Jan 2018 in Synths

Stealing Arturia's thunder hours before their final product announcement we can tell you it's called RackBrute and is a 3U and 6U rack case that integrates with the MiniBrute 2 and 2S.

Arturia reveals MiniBrute 2S sequencer-synth hybrid

16 Jan 2018 in Synths

Arturia's second release is the MiniBrute 2S which is the MiniBrute 2 with the keyboard replaced with a sequencer with pads, knobs and pattern chaining. I wonder what number 3 will bring?

The PIPE: Making out with a synthesizer by SOMA Laboratory

16 Jan 2018 in Synths

The PIPE takes a contact microphone through a labyrinth of effects and synthesis processing to generate extraordinary sounds out of an intimate, saxophone shaped device. All you have to do is pucker up.

Arturia drops the MiniBrute 2 analog monosynth with modular patchbay

15 Jan 2018 in Synths

Get ready for three new products from Arturia! First is the semi-modular MiniBrute 2 monosynth with CV patchbay, step-sequencer and a nouveau retro look that patches perfectly into your modular setup.

Radikal Technologies Delta CEP A paraphonic synthesiser – full details

15 Jan 2018 in Synths

Radikal Technologies couldn't hold onto until NAMM and have published the full details of their new Delta CEP A paraphonic semi-modular synthesizer voice.

Radikal Technologies tease a paraphonic synth voice called Delta Cep A

13 Jan 2018 in Synths

Update: Another photo, a 3D render and a name probably from a famous variable star, Radikal teases a new paraphonic Eurorackable synthesizer called Delta Cep A. All will be revealed at NAMM.

DFAM: Moog release the Moogfest exclusive Drummer From Another Mother

12 Jan 2018 in Synths

The DFAM used to be only obtainable if you built one yourself at a Moogfest DIY workshop. Now Moog will build you one for you and it could be the first in a line of "Mother" inspired synthesizers.

4MS Spherical Wavetable Navigator to re-emerge at NAMM 2018

11 Jan 2018 in Synths

Not seen since Superbooth 2017 the Spherical Wavetable Navigator is back on the radar and due to be the centrepiece of the 4MS stand at NAMM 2018. Could it be available soon?

Deckard’s Dream Expander to debut at NAMM 2018

11 Jan 2018 in Synths

A Black Corporation Instagram photo reveals the new Deckard's Dream Expander is ready to go and will be on show in Anaheim at NAMM 2018 along with this dream of a synthesizer.

Touch Innovations XG glass touchscreen system for loaded superstar DJs

10 Jan 2018 in Studio

XG, Touch Innovation's magnificent touchscreen MIDI controller is the knobby, posh, over-compensating DJ-ing version of an iPhone X. If you really, really want this, be prepared re-mortgage your house.

The Roland SE-02 MIDI editor you’ve been waiting for has arrived

09 Jan 2018 in Synths

Momo Müller's MIDI editors for hardware synths are probably the best in the business. He's just released the SE-02 MIDI editor for the Roland monosynth so you can automate the hardware from your DAW with ease.

Gridlab Strum: Elegant virtual guitar strumming via Monome controller

09 Jan 2018 in Studio

A beautiful video has emerged demonstrating the elegant strumming of virtual guitar sounds with Gridlab Strum. It employs the Monome Arc and Grid instrument controller devices through Maxforlive.

Behringer announces OB-Xa clone: Is Uli for real?

09 Jan 2018 in Synths

Uli Behringer shares his thinking behind the cloning of classic synths and I'm starting to believe it. Is it time to stop the trash talk and celebrate what he's doing? Next up is an Oberheim OB-Xa clone.