Music Production Forum

The bundle features a wide range of virtual instruments, studio-grade effects, mixing and mastering tools, and more.… Read More IK Multimedia Intros Total Studio 5 MAX, ‘The Most Complete Music Production Suite’View the full article

This week, we show you some great Analog Lab banks created specifically for Arturia’s V Collection, which just got updated to 11! So maybe you’ve just upgraded to V Collection 11, or you’ve finally taken the plunge and bought into it for the first time. Either way, you will be astounded by the wealth of presets that come with each instrument. But they might not float everyone’s boat, so here are some suggestions to expand and enhance your V Collection experience. And before you rush to buy these individually, make sure you read through to the end! ... The post Expand and Enhance Your V Collection – Sounds and Presets appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Writing music, crafting melodies, and arranging chord progressions can be incredibly rewarding. However, an equally crucial aspect of a music producer’s job is selecting the right samples and sounds. The sounds you choose for your melodies, drums, and other elements are just as important as the melodies and chord progressions themselves. It’s tempting for producers to constantly download or purchase new samples to expand their libraries, but this can lead to an overwhelming number of options, diluting your sonic identity and draining your wallet. No one understands this better than Grammy-nominated producer and recording artist Bluey Thomas. Known for his diverse, yet tru…

Bastl Instruments has launched a new “experimental”, patchable sample player, inspired by its popular Kastle Drum synth launched in 2020. The new Kastle 2 Wave Bard brings the Kastle range “to the next level”, according to the brand, with user-uploadable samples, stereo, effects, plus better sync and patch capabilities. It’s compact and runs on 3 AA batteries or USB-C, and it “loves to jam” with other portable gear thanks to sync in/out ports and an audio input... The post Bastl Instruments’ Kastle 2 Wave Bard is a “semi-autonomous” patchable sample player for discovering new rhythms and riffs appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

With IK Multimedia Total Studio 5, there are three differently priced bundle options covering music production, mixing, and mastering. The IK Multimedia software landscape stretches far and wide, with a range of instruments, amp simulation, audio processing, and acoustic room optimization... The post IK Multimedia Total Studio 5 includes Pianoverse and TONEX Signature Collections Vol. 1 appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Connect all your live performance gear to one master MIDI and CV controller, the new Neuzeit Instruments Drop. One drop to rule them all? That seems to be the case with the upcoming Neuzeit Instruments Drop, a dizzyingly comprehensive snapshot-based MIDI controller. Debuting at Superbooth25 next week, the Drop is the first controller from the Eurorack module company, and once you get a load of what it can do, you may not be able to wait until it’s out... The post Neuzeit Instruments Drop Is a Ridiculously Comprehensive Snapshot-Based MIDI Control Center for Live Performance appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Future Retro says that they're putting manufacturing of new synths on hold because of the Trump administration's tariffs on imports.… Read More Future Retro Puts Manufacturing On Hold Because Of TariffsView the full article

GForce, in collaboration with Oberheim, has introduced Oberheim TVS Pro, a software emulation of the original Two Voice Synthesizer from 1975.… Read More GForce Intros Oberheim TVS ProView the full article

Waldorf has released Blofeld for iPad, a port of the hardware synth engine.… Read More Waldorf Blofeld for iPad Now AvailableView the full article

Neuzeit Instruments has introduced Drop, described as "a snapshot-based MIDI control center for live performance".… Read More Ahead Of Superbooth 2025, Neuzeit Intros Drop MIDI Control CenterView the full article

The Artemis is a 6-voice desktop polyphonic analog synthesizer, with 2 VCOs with wave shaping, PWM and FM, High and Low Pass VCFs, 4 Sinevibes effects, polyphonic sequencer and 640 presets on board.… Read More Shut Up & Play: Sounds Of The Dreadbox Artemis SynthesizerView the full article

From @synthandsoftware - Your outboard gear shows up as a plug-in inside your DAW Even if you’re not a Eurorack GUY, you’re familiar with patchbays. Well, Freqport has updated that concept for today’s world of DAW production, turning the routing connections for outboard equipment into a plug-in. Their FreqInOut FO1 is a very clever combination of a hardware […] The post Freqport FreqInOut FO1 Hardware Interface: the Synth and Software Review appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

The latest update turns your Intuitive Instruments Exquis into an MPE-equipped Ableton Live controller. There are lots of controllers out there but not all have MPE. Button-focused ones with MPE are even rarer. Exquis from manufacturer Intuitive Instruments is one such controller and with the latest update, it’s now optimized for Ableton Live... The post Intuitive Instruments Exquis: Is it Now the Best Controller for Ableton Live? appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Techno lives and breathes through groove, swing, and space, and nothing locks that in better than delay. AM.I gets this on a deep level, leaning into plugins like Replika XT to make it happen. And the proof is all there – Tomorrowland 2023, launching her Luminate Productions studio in Antwerp, and leading one of the most forward-thinking event series with Luminate by Night. Even with everything she’s juggling, she took some time to break down how she uses delay, specifically Replika XT, to shape her sound. We got into why delay is essential in techno, the balance between atmosphere and rhythm, and the best modes inside Replika XT for keeping things groovy and driving... T…

While the Novachord does not offer deep synthesis capabilities, it's a powerful and unique instrument, featuring full polyphony, envelopes, LFO modulation and filters.… Read More Exploring The Hammond Novachord, A Polyphonic Synthesizer From 1939View the full article

Momo Müller’s KORG NTS-3 Kaoss Pad Editor gives you full DAW control over all the kaoss. And it’s so cheap! Getting the most out of your Korg NTS-3 Kaoss Pad Kit? Although it’s great for live use, you may want to incorporate it into your studio productions as well. While recording on the fly is always fun, now you can have more detailed control over it with the Momo Müller KORG NTS-3 Kaoss Pad Editor... The post KORG NTS-3 Kaoss Pad Editor Puts Your Kaoss Kit in Your DAW appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

The Bob Moog Foundation today announced its fundraising raffle for a brand new Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D synthesizer. The limited-edition synth, serial number GLMD-0233, was hand-built in Asheville, NC, and is one of 500 released by Moog Music on March 20, 2025. It comes with several exclusive items, including a certificate of authenticity signed by Geddy Lee.… Read More The Bob Moog Foundation Announces Fundraising Raffle for Geddy Lee MinimoogView the full article

From @synthandsoftware - The Bob Moog Foundation is excited to announce its fundraising raffle for a brand new Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D synthesizer, serial number GLMD-0233. The limited edition synth was hand-built in Asheville, NC, and is one of 500 released by Moog Music on March 20, 2025. It comes with several exclusive items, including a certificate […] The post The Bob Moog Foundation Announces Fundraising Raffle for Geddy Lee Minimoog appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

New plugins, sample libraries, and production tools drop every day, but only a handful of VSTs and soft synths keep showing up in producers’ go-to arsenals. One of those is Massive. It’s a staple – one that artists in our community keep coming back to and talking about almost every week. So what makes the original Massive so enduring? We sat down with Lawrence Hart, a UK-based DJ, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, to find out... The post Why Massive is still everywhere: Lawrence Hart on its ongoing influence first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article

In a bid to expand its reach into the plugin market, Splice has acquired British virtual instrument library purveyor Spitfire Audio for a reported $50 million, according to the Financial Times [via Music Business Worldwide]. In a press release shared with MusicTech, the company says its decision to purchase Spitfire comes as the plugin market is valued at $640 million, and the wider music software and services sector “exceeds $7 billion”... The post Splice acquires Spitfire Audio for a reported $50 million appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Here's a live soundscape improvisation on a vintage Yamaha DX7 synthesizer.… Read More Live Soundscape Improvisation For Yamaha DX7View the full article

Developer Dirk de Bruin let us know that they've launched a Kickstarter project to fund production of a new line of Trilling Synth Eurorack modules.… Read More Trilling Synth Intros ‘Minimalistic, But Powerful’ Eurorack ModulesView the full article

The Balfolk Boombox is a custom hurdy gurdy that features a variety of Eurorack modules, allowing the instrument to play percussion, bass, leads and more.… Read More An Introduction To The Balfolk Boombox ‘Synthy Gurdy’View the full article

Check out the Beatboxer Mosaik, an upcoming sample-based groovebox with a 64-step sequencer arranged around the screen. Superbooth25 is coming up fast, and we’re already getting advanced news from the show. One that’s starting to make the rounds is Beatboxer Mosaik, a new groovebox with an unusual design... The post Beatboxer Mosaik: Exciting New Groovebox From Ex-Native Instruments Developers appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

The film captures the band’s three sold-out performances at the Foro Sol Stadium in Mexico City during their 2023-2024 Memento Mori world tour.… Read More Depeche Mode: M Concert Film Coming This FallView the full article

Looking for a one-stop-shop for your synth plugins? There are some very decent options out there, all with something to offer. We take a look and try and figure out which one is the best! Variety is the spice of life, so they say, and when it comes to synthesizers, we are truly spoiled for choice, particularly in the world of software plugin synths. So a number of developers have decided to help us out by curating their various plugins into vastly more affordable bundles or collections… The post 7 Huge Synthesizer Plugin Collections – Tops and Flops appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Arturia has introduced V Collection 11, a major update to their virtual instrument collection that adds 7 new instruments. … Read More Arturia V Collection 11 Adds 7 New InstrumentsView the full article

The 2-XM features two Synthesizer Expander Modules, each an all-in-one synth voice.… Read More Behringer 2-XM Synthesizer Hands-On ReviewView the full article

While the rest of the world struggles under the weight of high hardware prices, Japan’s domestic vintage synthesizer market is surprisingly cheap. The bad news is it’s something of a closed store. We tell you the best tips and tricks for buying synthesizers from Japan. As I sit here writing this, I’m surrounded by vintage Japanese synthesizers. I have something like 50 in my studio and that doesn’t count drum machines, outboard gear, and other random things. I’m not rich though. Far from it. My only secret is that I live in Japan, where vintage hardware prices are surprisingly lower than in the rest of the world. Lucky me, right? Well, there’s no reason why you can’t be l…

The describe Wonk as "a quad envelope generator with a twist."… Read More Scrapcode Modular Intros WONK, ‘A Quad Envelope Generator With A Twist’View the full article