167 Results for "synthesizers"

7 Soft Synths Pushing the Envelope

When you need to go beyond stale virtual analog and played out wavetables, turn to these seven soft synths pushing the envelope.

Free Thing! Acustica Audio Releases Free Version of its Gorgeous Synthesizer The Thing

Yes, Acustica Audio is giving us a free Thing, a version of its Jupiter-8 emulation.

Waldorf Blofeld Goes Soft: The Waldorf Wavetable Baddie Is Back, This Time in Software Form

First the Microwave, now the Blofeld. The Waldorf Blofeld makes the jump to software - and you can even control the hardware with it.

Best Hardware Synths of 2024: 7 Synths We Went Nuts for This Year

From massive analog polys to affordable digital delights, these are truly the best hardware synths of 2024.

Highs and Lows of Synth Collecting: Tops and Flops

When synth collecting, not every synth can fit you like a glove. These are the best and worst synthesizers to pass through my studio.

Telepathic Instruments Orchid On Sale Soon But Will You Be Eligible for Tame Impala’s Chord Synth?

Kevin Parker’s much-anticipated Telepathic Industries Orchid will drop next week but it’s limited in number - and sales location.

7 Synths That Were Victims of Bad Timing

Too early? Too late? Here are seven synths that were victims of bad timing.

Behringer JT Mini: The Analog Power of the Jupiter-8 in a Small and Affordable Synth Package

The Behringer JT Mini is here, a pint-sized all-analog Jupiter-8-inspired synth with three VCOs, multimode filter, and 16-step motion sequencer.

Behringer Wave Is Here! The Classic Wavetable Synth Is Reborn

The wait is over. The Behringer Wave, a remake of the classic ‘80s PPG Wave, has dropped - and it’s got an unbelievable price.

Best Synth Gifts Under $100: 5 Fun Synthy Stocking Stuffers 

Watch them break into a smile without having to break the bank with these five best synth gifts under $100.

5 of the Best Holiday Synth Gifts So Great I Wish Someone Would Buy Them for Me Too

Looking for something fun for the synthesist in your life this holiday season? These are our picks for the best holiday synth gifts.

Kiviak Instruments Texturer, Win a $20k Eurorack Rig, ALM/Busy Circuits MCO (mk II), a Synth for Squirrels?!: Synth Journal

Kiviak Instruments Texturer is the granular effects engine from the WoFi Sampler turned into a plugin. That plus much more!

Lego Minimoog: This Amazing Lego Build Could Become a Real Product With Your Help

You won’t believe the detailing on this Lego Minimoog - it looks so real!

Acustica Audio The Thing: The First Synth From Acustica Is a JP-8 Emulation and it Sounds GORGEOUS

Does the world need another Jupiter-8 plugin emulation? If it’s Acustica Audio The Thing, the answer may be a resounding yes. However…

Game-Changing Synths: 7 Modern Synthesizers That Are Transforming Music-Making

These modern game-changing synths are changing the way we make and play music.

Meet the Minichord, a Tiny Omnichord With a Big Beautiful Sound

Minichord is an open-source instrument inspired by the Suzuki Omnichord - and could become available for purchase with your help.

Fred’s Lab Manatee: The Exciting Spectral Synth Is Now Available

Fred's Lab Manatee, the spectral desktop synth that you've been waiting for, is now on sale at Thomann.

Toraiz Chordcat Is a Chord Generator Groovebox for Less Than $200

Toraiz Chordcat generates chord progressions, has eight tracks for sequencing, looks and sounds amazing, and is super cheap.

Best Big Synths: 7 Sizable Synthesizers That Prove Bigger Is Better

Whether you need a wide keybed, expanded synthesis options or just a massive sound, these seven big synths have what you need.

CME H4MIDI WC and U4MIDI WC MIDI Interfaces For Studio or Standalone

Take it to the stage or keep it in the studio with the CME H4MIDI WC and U4MIDI WC MIDI Interfaces, both offering flexibility for very little cash.

Roland FANTOM EX Free Expansion: Get Your Juno-106 ACB Now!

The Juno-106 ACB Expansion is now free for all owners of Roland FANTOM EX synths and FANTOM EX upgrades.

Korg DW-8000: The Best Hybrid Classic Synth You’ve Never Heard

The mid-‘80s saw the release of the Korg DW-8000, a unique digital/analog hybrid that sounds like nothing else on the planet.

Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 FX Wizard Is a Hardware Effects Playground

Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 FX Wizard is a patchable stereo multi-effects hardware unit capable of everything from the simple to the glitched-out.

Roland AI, Light Reft Monolit MIDI Computer, Genki Katla Is a REALLY Expensive Synthesizer, More: Synth Journal

Roland AI, Eurorack, a MIDI computer from Japan, new experimental weirdness from Herbs and Stones, and a shockingly expensive synth.