Synths

Stylophone Theremin Now Available: Raise your hands in the air!

08 Aug 2024 · Dubreq's unexpected Stylophone Theremin is now available to buy. Hands at the ready.

The Best TR-808 Alternatives: 5 Ways to Get that Classic Sound

08 Aug 2024 · Can't get your hands on a real TR-808? Don't sweat it, we're looking at some of the best TR-808 alternatives to get that classic sound.

The Mayer EMI Vibes MD850 is now available for order!

08 Aug 2024 · The Mayer EMI Vibes is a powerful new virtual analogue synth with the same X-VA engine as the MD900 in a compact and more affordable format.

New Love Hulten Project, Roland’s Future Design Lab and Sound Blocks: Synth Journal

08 Aug 2024 · Love Hulten designs a synth for Sean Ono Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl, whilst Roland looks to an analog ghost-free future.

The Rhythm Composer: Famous 808 Patterns

08 Aug 2024 · We look into the cultural significance of the Roland TR-808 and check out some of the most famous 808 patterns ever to shake the music world.

Sounds and Presets: Get Medieval Without an EP-1320

07 Aug 2024 · Seeing as Teenage Engineering want to take us back to our primitive past with their new sampler, I thought I'd dig out some medieval samples that we can all use.

Synth Deals: Tubbutec Drum Synth, Doepfer, and Behringer

07 Aug 2024 · Get started with Eurorack with this Tubbutec drum synth that emulates a 606! Plus, a case from Doepfer and a synth from Behringer!

Teenage Engineering EP-1320 medieval – More DnD than DnB

06 Aug 2024 · In a world of uncertainty, do not for one single moment ever expect Teenage Engineering to do anything predictable. The Teenage Engineering EP-1320 medieval is an absolute testament to that!

Gamechanger Auto Series: 3 Patchable Pedals for Modular Footwork

06 Aug 2024 · The Auto Chorus, Delay, and Reverb pedals have modular-style patch points for innovative modulation routing. The Gamechanger Auto Series is now available!

Software Deals: MPC Expansions, Output, Flux, Pulsar Audio & more

06 Aug 2024 · In this week’s edition of Software Deals, stock up on AKAI MPC Expansions for an amazing price! Other bargains are coming your way from Flux, Output, Pulsar Audio, and Expressive E.

New 808 Shoes from Roland and New Balance for 808 Day: Let the Feet Mmm Drop!

05 Aug 2024 · Following on from Adidas and Puma, Roland are now collaborating on new 808 shoes with New Balance.

BitFlip, eChorus, Monster Crab: Free Plugins of the Week

04 Aug 2024 · BitFlip takes you straight into the wondrous world of 8-bit game soundtracks! Check out the free plugins of the week.

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S MK3 Update Adds Standalone MIDI Control For External Hardware

02 Aug 2024 · Now you can control your hardware synths and drum machines with the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S MK3 series. And with MPE!

Best Synths For Kids: 5 Fun Instruments to Get the Child in Your Life Hooked on Synthesizers

02 Aug 2024 · Start the young ones in your life down the synthesis road with these five best synths for kids.

Waldorf Microwave Teaser, Analogue Solutions Sequencer, Speak & Spell Chaos and More: Synth Journal

01 Aug 2024 · Get yer synth news here! Hot, fresh synth news! Fancy a taste of a Waldorf Microwave? How about a new sequencer from Analogue Solutions?

Sounds and Presets: Alicia’s Electric Keys, Ambient MiniFreak Patches & Great Peak Presets

31 Jul 2024 · Following on from the hugely successful and brilliantly named, 'Alicia's Keys', we get Alicia's Electric Keys. We also check out some Peak and MiniFreak Patches.

Synth Deals: Korg SQ-64, Akai MPC, and Endorphin.es on sale!

31 Jul 2024 · Save up to 30 percent with these synth deals on the Korg SQ-64, MPCs from Akai and even a Eurorack effects' module in stereo from Endorphin.es!

The Best Mono Synths under $500 for Leads and Basslines

30 Jul 2024 · Looking for ways to create your own leads and basslines in your productions? We take a look at some of the best mono synths under $500.

Best VCS3 and Synthi Clones, Replicas and Inspirations

26 Jul 2024 · Get as close as possible to the real EMS thing with these best VCS3 and Synthi clones.

Anyma V from Aodyo Instruments

25 Jul 2024 · With Anyma V, Aodyo Instruments bring polyphonic physical modelling to the masses with MPE and a fantastic launch price.

Synth Journal: JunoMac 106, A Record That’s a Synth and Interactive Albums

25 Jul 2024 · Another week, another selection of synthy ephemera, including the JunoMac 106, a record that's also a synthesizer and a BBC blast from the past.

How To Write A Synth Bassline: 5 Top Tips for Beginners

24 Jul 2024 · While one of the simplest aspects of music production, it remains a hallmark of great songs. We find out how to write a synth bassline.

Sounds and Presets: Free Minimonsta 2 Patches and Binaural OB-X8 Sounds

24 Jul 2024 · This week we're indulging in some lovely new binaural patches for the splendid Oberheim OB-X8, exploiting its new v2.0 firmware.

Synth Deals: Modern Classic Analog Synths For Less

24 Jul 2024 · This week's Synth Deals features three classic analog synths with significant discounts so you might just be able to afford one after all!