Mutable Instruments adds DX7 mode to Plaits and a load more algorithms
07 Dec 2022 in Synths
Émile Gillet drops a huge update onto the Plaits algorithmic oscillator. The 8 new models include a 2-voice, 6-operator DX7 FM engine.
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Patchwork and updated Minibay V2 patchbay boxes from DF Audio
Patchbays are usually hidden away in racks, but the Minibay and Patchwork bring them out onto the desktop for more creative possibilities.
Solid Felt: Desktop stereo multimode filter from Herbs & Stones
06 Dec 2022 in Synths
A new addition to the Herbs & Stones family comes in the shape of the Solid Felt stereo multimode analogue filter. Here's what we know.
SERRA: Nano Modules’ ultimate ADSR Envelope
05 Dec 2022 in Synths
Can envelopes be extraordinary or are they just utilities? SERRA offers some interesting possibilities within our old friend the ADSR.
Midweek Modular: Dice, Mandrake and Surge XT and Knots for VCV Rack
30 Nov 2022 in Synths
We take a look at rolling Dice for output routing, shaping up a Mandrake Kick Drum & controlling modules in VCV Rack with hardware patching.
Source of Uncertainty: Iconic Buchla module for Eurorack from Tiptop
29 Nov 2022 in Synths
If one Buchla model encapsulates the west coast paradigm, it's the superbly named Source of Uncertainty - Model 266t, now from Tiptop Audio.
Allscillator: All the oscillator waveforms from Apollo View Modular
25 Nov 2022 in Synths
Why have a few 3340-based analogue waveforms when you can have them all? Allscillator pulls 8 waveforms from an all-analogue triangle core-based VCO.
Der Mann mit der Maschine M4: Motorised faders for Eurorack
24 Nov 2022 in Synths
The Droid control system from Der Mann mit der Maschine gains the M4 controller with motorised faders for some extraordinary mechanised modular action
Midweek Modular: Zaar Percussion, CubuSynth VCFA and 333modules
23 Nov 2022 in Synths
This week we are wowed by the 4-channel Zaar drum module while appreciating the VCA built into the VCFA and discovered cool utilities from 333modules.
Synth Stack 3: Cherry Audio adds more synths to the stack
23 Nov 2022 in Synths
The Cherry Audio bundle gets an upgrade to reflect the latest releases, let's see what you get in the increasingly fabulous Synth Stack 3.
cárn from Instruo: All analogue mixer module
23 Nov 2022 in Synths
A deliciously offset 4-channel signal processor & mixer of audio and CV with voltage-controlled panning, stereo VCA, ring modulation and cross fading.
201 Musical Synthesizer from Critter & Guitari
23 Nov 2022 in Synths
Our wooden-buttoned friends Critter & Guitaru are at it again with a super-portable, fun and dynamic synth that's just appeared on Kickstarter.
Pandora: Vactrol bandpass filter with MOSFET distortion
22 Nov 2022 in Synths
Opening Pandora's box, we find vactrol-based bandpass filtering and MOSFET transistor distortion can be pushed into all sorts of fascinating places.
Vanguard 2: reFX remakes the legendary virtual analog VST Instrument
22 Nov 2022 in Synths
Vanguard is back with a major overhaul for v2.0. Pulled from the ashes to once again walk among us with those floor-filling sounds and easy workflow.
MatrixBrute MIDI Editor and controller from Momo
21 Nov 2022 in Synths
Momo Müller turns his attention to the Arturia MatrixBrute with a complete MIDI Editor and Controller app as a VST plugin or standalone.
Pamela’s PRO Workout: Next generation clocking module from ALM
18 Nov 2022 in Synths
Get a hold of yourself; ALM has upgraded Pam's to Pam's Pro. It comes with more features, upgraded hardware and a new display to keep your rack in time.
MEGA Synth DEALS: Our picks from the CyberWeek discounts
It's CyberWeek which means there are deals to be had and synths to be bought at fabulous prices. Here are the best offers I've seen so far.
Minimoog Model D: The iconic synth that can’t stay away
17 Nov 2022 in Synths
Moog has found a few more chips down the back of the sofa and is bringing back the only synth that matters: The Minimoog Model D, for good this time.
Midweek Modular: Fizzle Guts, XODES and Horror Shows
16 Nov 2022 in Synths
This week Fizzle Guts looks for old Casio filter chips, XODES takes acid, Frequency Central gives us a Horror Show and Ziqal enters the 3rd Dimension.
Halo: Light-up patch cables done right from myVolts and Andrew Huang
16 Nov 2022 in Synths
Andrew Huang and MyVolts have got together to produce the best-looking light-up patch cables you've ever seen. This is the way to do it.
Molten Motion Meter: Visualising voltages and seeing signals
15 Nov 2022 in Synths
From YouTuber Molten Modular and Befaco, the Molten Motion Meter is an audio VU meter and CV visualiser while mixing, offsetting and looking fabulous.
Waldorf Special Edition Seablue Kyra SE virtual analog synthesizer
15 Nov 2022 in Synths
128 voices of virtual analog sound generation with masses of filtering, efx and modulation matrixing, and now with a handsome new sea blue paint job.
Bjooks Patch & Tweak with Korg and Inspire the Music with Roland: Book review
14 Nov 2022 in Synths
We look at two new books from Kim Bjorn; one gets you patching and tweaking with Korg semi-modulars and another celebrates 50 years of Roland.
Steady State Gate: Novel Low Pass Gate from Steady State Fate
14 Nov 2022 in Synths
SSF take on the classic Low Pass Gate and build in some wave-bending features to elevate it from utility to a fascinating creative tool.