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Michigan Synth Works has introduced the MSW-820, a 2-oscillator based analog monophonic synthesizer.… Read More Michigan Synth Works MSW 820 Analog Synthesizer Sneak PreviewView the full article

The limited edition reissue of Romance '76 is hand numbered, limited to 500 copies worldwide and features transparent yellow vinyl.… Read More Peter Baumann’s Romance ’76 Gets Limited Edition 50th Anniversary ReissueView the full article

Here's an in-depth look at the new ASM Leviasynth, a 16-voice hybrid digital/analog synthesizer from the creators of the Hydrasynth. … Read More ASM Leviasynth Review & Hands-On DemoView the full article

ASM LeviaSynth is the next evolutionary cousin in the Hydrasynth family tree: a software instrument that takes the Hydrasynth’s fiercely flexible synthesis engine and lets it roam free inside your DAW. It keeps the core idea intact - wave-morphing oscillators that slide through complex harmonic shapes, a deep modulation matrix that happily routes almost anything to anything else, and filters that can sound politely analog or unapologetically alien - but adds the convenience of total recall, automation, and tight integration with modern production workflows. LeviaSynth feels less like a “virtual synth” and more like a lab bench: excellent for glassy pads, snarling basses, …

From @synthandsoftware - Pro-C 3 takes FabFilter’s professional compressor plug-in to the next level in terms of sound, features, and workflow. PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT Pro-C 3 serves up six brand-new compression algorithms to steer users’ dynamics processing in all sorts of exciting new directions. The Versatile Style is a general purpose algorithm for use on any material, and Smooth […] The post FabFilter releases FabFilter Pro-C 3 Compressor Plug-in, and updates FabFilter Pro-Q 4 appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

From @synthandsoftware - 16-voice, 8-oscillator algorithmic synthesizer with analog filters, available as keyboard and desktop models. PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) announces the Leviasynth Keyboard and Leviasynth Desktop, two synthesizer models that will be showcased at The NAMM Show 2026. Built around ASM’s new 16-voice Leviasynth engine, each voice features eight oscillators of algorithmic synthesis, combined with both […] The post Ashun Sound Machines Launches Leviasynth Keyboard and Desktop at NAMM 2026 appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

JUCE is the industry-standard framework for audio plugin development, used by some of the biggest and best names in the industry. And now, they have launched a free audio plugin development course for beginners. If you have a look at the JUCE website, you’ll find a long list of companies using JUCE, including Arturia, Avid, [...] View post: JUCE launches a FREE audio plugin development course for beginners View the full article

The Leviasynth combines many of the features that have made its Hydrasynth a hit - including rugged build, the Polytouch polyphonic aftertouch keybed and ribbon controller - with a new hybrid synth engine.… Read More ASM Intros Leviasynth 16-Voice Hybrid SynthesizerView the full article

From @synthandsoftware - Celemony’s Tonalic is a new plug-in offering revolutionary new possibilities for working on a computer with guitars, bass and drums. PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT The foundations are provided by an abundance of flawless performances by world-class session musicians that the Tonalic engine can then adapt to any song – whatever its chord sequence, tempo or groove. The […] The post Celemony Music Introduces Tonalic Plug-In appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

More layers. More plugins. More polish — and less impact. For years, producers were told that bigger meant better: more layers, more processing, more complexity. In 2026, that mindset is quietly failing. Listeners are overwhelmed. Algorithms reward clarity. And tracks that feel simple but intentional are outperforming those that sound overworked. This isn’t about going lo-fi or cutting corners. It’s about understanding why clean, focused production now wins — and how to stop overproducing your own music. View the full article

The Nord Electro 7 features a new Synth Section, dedicated per-section effects and an updated panel design with high-resolution color display.… Read More Nord Intros Electro 7 Keyboard Ahead Of 2026 NAMM ShowView the full article

Full Bucket Music has released Paralogy, a free paraphonic synth plugin inspired by the Crumar Trilogy. 2026 is off to a very good start in the free plugin world. After plugin giveaways from Universal Audio, Waves Audio, and Canvas Audio, one of my favorite indie developers, Full Bucket Music, has released another free instrument. Paralogy [...] View post: Full Bucket Music releases Paralogy, a FREE Crumar Trilogy plugin View the full article

Electro-Harmonix has introduced Effects Interface Hardware Plugin, a device that's designed to make it seamless to use your hardware effects pedals with your DAW, and your software plugins with your hardware. … Read More Electro-Harmonix Intros Effects Interface Hardware PluginView the full article

Behringer today introduced the FLOW 4V, a 10-track field recorder made for content creators and videographers.… Read More Behringer FLOW 4V 10-Track Field RecorderView the full article

The Stylphone Voice combines sampling and effects with the traditional stylus keyboard performance interface. … Read More Stylophone VOICE Sampling Keyboard Introduced Ahead Of 2026 NAMM ShowView the full article

Here's an in-depth look at the Korg Kaoss Pad V, the latest iteration of their popular sampler and effects line.… Read More Korg Kaoss Pad KPV Hands-On ReviewView the full article

Korg has introduced the Liano LIVE!, a new digital piano that's designed to make it easy to livestream keyboard performances. … Read More Korg Intros Liano Live! Streaming Keyboard Ahead Of 2026 NAMM ShowView the full article

Korg has introduced the Kaoss Pad V, the latest iteration of its popular sampler and effects box.… Read More Korg Kaoss Pad V Brings Back The Popular Touch-Controlled Sampling Effects BoxView the full article

Humble Bundle delivers some of the best deals you’ll find anywhere, and not just because the prices are low. Make Music, Change Lives is their latest bargain offer. We’ve had bargains like IK Multimedia’s SampleTank 4 Max V2 for $30, and Miroslav Philharmonik 2 CE for $1. But the best thing about grabbing a bargain, [...] View post: Humble Bundle offers Make Music, Change Lives bundle starting at $1 View the full article

Ever wanted to play an ARP 2500, EMS Synth 100 or massive Moog Modular? These and many more are waiting for you at these amazing synthesizer studios. Last year, I wrote about five different synthesizer studios, where you could rent time to play and record some of the rarest synths ever made. The story was pretty popular, and readers wanted to know why I didn’t mention their favorite studios. That’s why I’m back today with five more incredible synthesizer studios. Three of these happen to be in the UK, with the other two in Australia and Germany... The post 5 More Incredible Synthesizer Studios: Play the Best Synths in the World appeared first on gearnews.com. View the ful…

At NAMM 2026, IK Multimedia showcased its free vocal processing plugin ReSing, alongside a new expansion pack If I’m honest, when I first heard about ReSing, I had fairly mixed feelings. On the one hand, I’m a big fan of IK Multimedia; I think they get it right more often than not, and last year’s [...] View post: IK Multimedia showcases ReSing (FREE) and a new expansion pack View the full article

KORG has introduced the microAUDIO series, including two new compact audio interfaces. … Read More Korg Intros microAUDIO Interface Line Ahead Of 2026 NAMM ShowView the full article

Canvas Audio has released 8K, a new console-inspired saturation and EQ plugin, and it’s available for free for a very limited time. The developer Canvas Audio announced this freebie a few days ago and invited interested users to sign up in advance. The plugin is now officially out, meaning you can grab it right away. [...] View post: Canvas Audio releases 8K console-style saturation and EQ plugin, FREE for two days View the full article

The return of Absynth 6 marks a new chapter for one of electronic music’s most storied synthesizers. To celebrate its launch, we’ve teamed up with legendary digital artist Weirdcore – known for his surreal, glitch-heavy work with Aphex Twin, Arca, and Charli XCX – to create a series of custom visualizers. The first artist to dive into this liminal world of degraded urban landscapes and off-kilter AI is Australian DJ and producer HAAi, who used the synth’s hybrid engine to craft a track exploring the euphoric calm of her recent album, HUMANiSE... The post Weird by design: HAAi on the limitless potential of Absynth 6 first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full …

Nord Keyboards introduces the Nord Electro 7! The new generation of the popular stage keyboard boasts a new synth engine, new organ models from the Nord Organ 3, and many more improvements. It’s been a quarter of a century since Clavia invented the modern stage keyboard with the introduction of the original Nord Electro. Now renamed to Nord Keyboards, the Swedish manufacturer presents the latest generation at NAMM 2026. The Nord Electro 7 has been completely overhauled and equipped with the latest sounds and effects from Nord’s portfolio... The post Nord Electro 7: New Synth Engine, new Organs & More! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Ambient music is difficult to define and has many facets. If you’re interested in producing ambient music and wondering what ambient gear you need to achieve the aesthetic, here are three tips to help you get started. In our opinion, these pieces of equipment work well together and are what we would call a perfect match. The term was popularised by the artist Brian Eno with his 1978 album Ambient 1: Music for Airports. This musical genre is difficult to define, and depending on your perspective, its origins can be traced back to composers such as Erik Satie (and his ‘Furniture Music‘)... The post Ambient Gear 2026: 3x Hardware for a Perfect Match appeared first on gearnew…

Ready for a little controlled KAOSS? KORG’s new KAOSS PAD V lets you manipulate effects with two fingers and process guitar and bass directly like an effects pedal. It’s also got a new Voice FX engine and a USB audio interface for DAW integration. Debuting way back in 1999, KORG’s KAOSS PAD line has become a staple of modern music performances. With its fluid touchscreen and unique effects algorithms, there’s still nothing much else like it – which may explain its longevity. While other technologies of the day, like Roland’s D-Beam and Alesis’ Air FX (remember that?), are long gone, there’s still plenty of KAOSS to be found... The post KORG KAOSS PAD V: The Pad Is Back …

KORG has introduced Filter Ark, an addition to KORG Collection that offers a variety of component-modeled classic and modern filters. … Read More KORG Intros Filter Ark For Mac & WindowsView the full article

Celemony Music has introduced Tonalic, a subscription service for Mac & Windows users that promises to put guitar, bass and drum session musicians into your DAW. … Read More Celemony Tonalic Promises To Put Session Musicians In Your DAWView the full article

SEQTRAK 2.0 introduces new Track Types, expanded global controls, improved app backup functionality and more.… Read More Yamaha Intros SEQTRAK 2.0, Here’s What’s NewView the full article