Midweek Modular: NAMM, Dual CS-20, Sibilla and a White Rabbit
19 Apr 2023 in Synths
A sprinkling of modular at NAMM made it worthwhile, and we discovered a dual MS-20 filter, a digital drone oscillator and followed a White Rabbit.
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NAMM 2023 Muse Ovations BeatWarp groovebox funfair
17 Apr 2023 in Synths
BeatWarp is a startlingly colourful and innovative box running an 8-track MIDI and audio groovebox. The faders and joysticks make for a fun vibe.
Intellijel Cascadia: Semi-modular super sonic playground
14 Apr 2023 in Synths
Cascadia is a semi-modular synthesizer from modular makers Intellijel. It has 34 sliders, 16 knobs, 28 switches, 5 buttons and 101 patch points.
NAMM 2023: Black BT SusEx Pedal sustain and expression in one
14 Apr 2023 in Synths
The SusEx Pedal from Black BT combines the power of sustain and expression into a single pedal with Bluetooth MIDI for good measure.
NAMM 2023: InstaChord strummable electronic chord machine
14 Apr 2023 in Synths
The InstaChord's revolutionary interface will change how we think about music and offers limitless and effortless possibilities. It's a game-changer.
NAMM 2023: Verbos Electronics Real World Interface pulls in signals
13 Apr 2023 in Synths
The Real World Interface is a three-channel module for processing external signals and using the outcome for modular purposes. Sounds intriguing?
NAMM 2023: 1V/Oct The Centre semi-modular wavetable synth station
13 Apr 2023 in Synths
1V/Oct is showing an updated semi-modular version of The Centre that includes a polyphonic MIDI interface and stereo output module.
NAMM 2023: 4MS Looping Delay and Sampler modules with DIY options
13 Apr 2023 in Synths
4MS is announcing a new line of modules and kits kicking off with the simple but effective Looping Delay and Sampler, either fully built or DIY.
NAMM 2023: Hammond XK-4 plays like an antique, sounds like an old soul
13 Apr 2023 in Synths
Hammond brings the authentic B3 sound and feel into the future with the XK-4. It features a new Modelled Tone Wheel Engine and digital Leslie.
NAMM 2023: Modbap Meridian dual interspliced multimode filter array
12 Apr 2023 in Synths
The Meridian from Modbap brings two filters to a convergence of different elements, with side FX, multiple types and modes for some unique textures.
Midweek Modular: DJ EQ, 1U Utilities and a lot more compression
12 Apr 2023 in Synths
This week Nano has a groovy EQ and compressor, Erica Synths has a compressor you can build yourself, and Befaco is getting into 1U modular.
Midweek Modular: Stereo Compressor, Acronym and Liquid Foam
05 Apr 2023 in Synths
Erica Synths will help you tighten up your mix with a Stereo Compressor, while WORNG does some wavefolding and Herbs & Stones gets soaped up.
Behringer reveals more modular clones on the way
05 Apr 2023 in Synths
In what looks like the same series as BRAINS, Behringer reveals 3 more Eurorack modular clones to add to the party but with no indication of when.
Applied Acoustics Multiphonics CV-2: More modules and effects
05 Apr 2023 in Synths
Applied Acoustics modular environment, Multiphonics CV-2, has expanded with many more modules and can now run as an effects plugin.
Love Hultén reworks Osmose into an upright piano with stereo looper
04 Apr 2023 in Synths
Artisan synthesizer remodeller Love Hulten has worked his magic upon the ExpressiveE Osmose and produced an extraordinary-looking instrument.
VEKT: Pocket Operator inspired synth and sequencer under development
04 Apr 2023 in Synths
Taking cues from the Dirtywave M8, VEKT is a pocket-sized groovebox and 4-engine synthesizer looking for development partners and product potential.
Akuto Studio Chord Machine AKT-0.1: Futuristic finger chords
31 Mar 2023 in Synths
Play chords in the most achingly stylish way ever on the Chord Machine from Akuto Studio. Could this be more hipster than an OP-1?
Midweek Modular: Panda Particles, Facehuggers and Castor & Pollux II
29 Mar 2023 in Synths
This week we run from the Facehugger, ponder the Patching Panda's Particles and gaze upon the constellation of Castor & Pollux II.
Intellijel Flurry and Amps: Utilities and VCA available for preorder
29 Mar 2023 in Synths
After a brief leak, Intellijel announces the uber-utility and noise-fueled Eurorack module Flurry and a precision dual-channel VCA called Amps.
Big deals on Behringer synths up to 60% off
Behringer has slashed the prices on a whole range of synthesizers and modular products. Is it making way for shipping new instruments?
Midweek Modular: Yester Versio, Cosmos Quencer and LFO-20
22 Mar 2023 in Synths
This week Noise Engineering hatched a new Versio module, Centrevillage has an improvisational sequencer and Feedback does a good old-fashioned LFO.
Midweek Modular: Matriarch update, Space FX and Phaze 4 Daze
15 Mar 2023 in Synths
This week Matriarch gets an update, Behringer might ship an FX module, Blue Lantern has a bunch of crazy and Rides in the Storm has a VCF/VCA.
Yamaha CK Series: All round studio and stage keyboards
15 Mar 2023 in Synths
Pulling in elements from the Yamaha YC Stage Keyboard and CP Stage Piano, the CK Series CK61 and CK88 make for superbly portable all-rounders.
Midweek Modular: Amelia envelope, thunder VCA and Roland filters
08 Mar 2023 in Synths
This week we check out Expert Sleepers' ADBR filter, Vaemi's XFMR VCA, two more Roland filters from AMSynths and is that a new RYK Modular module?