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[Update 14 May 2024] The hybrid polyphonic Minilogue XD gets a re-release from Korg, now with combo-organ (and Poly-800!) style inverted keys... The post Korg Minilogue XD Inverted Reverses Black and White Keys appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

The ARP 2600 joins Korg’s synthesizer software suite Collection 5. Other new entries include EP-1 and Vox Super Continental... The post Korg Collection 5 Gets 3 New Instruments Including ARP 2600 appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

[Update 14 May 2024] Korg Berlin is back with its latest electromechanical prototype, Acoustic Synthesis_phase8. “It is not a product just yet, but we are getting close”... The post Korg Acoustic Synthesis_phase8: Inching Closer to an Actual Product! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Ohm Force has introduced Ohmicide Eurorack, a new synth module, based on its distortion plugin of the same name.… Read More Ohm Force Releases First Eurorack Module, Ohmicide, at Superbooth 2024View the full article

MicroMusic is a free AI-powered patch generator for Vital that recreates synth patches from audio.… Read More MicroMusic AI-Powered Synth Preset Generator Recreates Patches From AudioView the full article

Hans Zimmer's RadioPhonic Synth is an all-in-one Eurorack synthesizer, described as "the ultimate analogue modular system."… Read More Hans Zimmer’s RadioPhonic Synthesizer, ‘The Ultimate Analogue Modular System’, Now AvailableView the full article

Ahead of Superbooth 2024, Frap Tools has introduced two new Eurorack modules: Bagài and 411.… Read More Frap Tools Unveils New Modules, Bagài and 411, at Superbooth 2024View the full article

The Behringer K-2 mkII synthesizer is an updated version of their unofficial copy of the Korg MS-20.… Read More Behringer K-2 mkII Now AvailableView the full article

Psycho Circuitry launched the free PCEQ5 five-band analogue-inspired EQ, plus the paid version of the plugin, the PCEQ5+. The PCEQ5 and PCEQ5+ are available for Windows and macOS, with the latter being available at an introductory deal of $8 (down from $49) until May 19, 2024. Mac users will be pleased as Psycho Circuitry has [...] View post: Psycho Circuitry launches new free PCEQ5 five band analog EQ plus paid version View the full article

Plugin Boutique offers the Diginoiz sample pack bundle worth over $100 for free for a limited time. The Diginoiz bundle comprises five sample packs with a combined value of €115 (if purchased individually). The sample packs include Serum Kings, Producersdiary 2 – Divine Sounds, Cloud Pads, Trap Chiefs, and Orchestral One Shots 4. Serum Kings [...] View post: Get The Diginoiz Sample Pack Bundle Worth Over $100 For FREE View the full article

The Tracker+ improves on the original Tracker in almost every way, adding USB audio, Stereo sampling and playback, Synthesizer and drum machine engines, 8 extra tracks of MIDI and synth engine sequencing, increased sample memory and more.… Read More Polyend Tracker Plus Adds New Sampling & Synthesis OptionsView the full article

OhmForce Ohmicide Eurorack turns a classic distortion plugin into a versatile module that specializes in the art of obliterating your signal beyond recognition. The legendary plugin developer is set to unveil its first hardware module at Superbooth 24 in Berlin... The post OhmForce Ohmicide Eurorack: Classic Distortion Plugin Turns Module appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Four synth engines, drum synthesis, stereo samples, a beefed up sequencer and USB audio get the Polyend Tracker+ right on track... The post Polyend Tracker+: Synths, Drum Machine and Stereo Samples appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Behringer K-2 MKII is the new version of the manufacturer’s remake of the legendary MS-20! While Behringer has yet to reveal the details, you can already order the K-2 MKII today! ... The post Behringer K-2 MKII: The MS-20 Clone gets an Update! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

AJH Synth has teamed up with Hans Zimmer to create the RadioPhonic Synth. The impressive modular system was specially designed for Hans Zimmer’s newly revived RadioPhonic Workshop at Maida Vale Studio. Featuring 48 modules in a beautiful custom case, the RadioPhonic Synth will be produced in extremely limited numbers... The post RadioPhonic Synth: Modular System from AJH Synth and Hans Zimmer appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

California’s Antelope Audio – known for its line of premium studio gear – has released the Zen Quadro, a budget-friendly high-quality audio interface. Suitable for use in both small and home studios, the Zen Quadro packs in the AD/DA chips from Antelope Audio’s flagship Galaxy range, along with “console-grade” discrete preamps with 75dB gain. The brand also says it’s ideal for use by live and touring artists, streamers, podcasters and others... The post Antelope Audio’s Zen Quadro is a $599 14-in/10-out audio interface with “unparalleled” sound quality appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

It’s Superbooth time again! Once again, synth lovers around the world set their eyes on Berlin, where manufacturers showcase their latest gear in the bustling halls of the FEZ. Like every year, the GEARNEWS team is on site to check out the latest and greatest in the world of synths, modular, and music tech for you. Read our rolling report here! ... The post Superbooth 24 Rolling Report: Get the latest news here! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

This video captures Jarre's one-of live concert, 'Bridge from the Future', the opening event of this year’s STARMUS Festival.… Read More Jean-Michel Jarre Live At STARMUS Festival, With Brian May Of QueenView the full article

The Pool is a unique synthesizer concept featuring a full bi-timbral panel, four bi-timbral voice cards and a two-bus effects unit.… Read More Baloran The Pool Multitimbral Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer Now AvailableView the full article

T-Force Zenith is a powerful free software synth inspired by the classic JP-8000! This week’s collection of the best free plugins also features Orange Gate, a simple but very useful gate, and The Sword, a clean booster with a 12-band EQ... The post T-Force Zenith, Orange Gate, The Sword: Free Plugins of the Week appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Tubbutec has introduced the Brainstep, a Eurorack sequencing brain, modulation generator & sample player.… Read More Tubbutec Intros New Brainstep Eurorack Module At Superbooth 2024View the full article

Wouter Jaspers (formerly of KOMA Elektronik) has launched a new venture, Sonic Artefacts, that offers a range of microphones and other electro-acoustic sound tools.… Read More Field Recording With Sonic Artefacts Microphones & A Vintage Nagra 4-SView the full article

The Murmux Adept is a limited-edition 'super fat & creamy' 8-voice polyphonic synthesizer. … Read More Dreadbox Intros ‘Super Fat & Creamy’ Murmux Adept 8-voice Polyphonic SynthesizerView the full article

Behringer introduced the Model 15 in 2022, but said at the time that they weren't putting it into production yet because of parts constraints.… Read More Behringer Model 15, The ‘Boog Grandmother’, Hands On DemoView the full article

Reflex Acoustics released the Reflex Spectrum Analyzer, a freeware audio analysis plugin for Mac and PC. Reflex Acoustics describes the release as an analyzer designed for low-end detail. The plugin is available in VST3 for PC and VST3 and AU for Mac. The developer says support for AAX is “coming soon.” The Reflex Spectrum Analyzer [...] View post: Reflex Acoustics Releases FREE Reflex Spectrum Analyzer Plugin View the full article

Developer Flowsonics released Zipper, a free delay plugin for Windows and Mac. Today’s choice isn’t quite like most delays you’ll find. Even when looking at the selection of free and paid delays, they all offer a bevvy of controls meant to give usability across many different scenarios. Zipper by Flowsonics is a delay but is [...] View post: Flowsonics Releases FREE Zipper Delay Plugin For Windows And Mac View the full article

Master Match, a mastering plugin from IK Multimedia’s T-RackS 5 series that typically costs $99, is now FREE for a limited time at Audio Plugin Deals. You can save almost one hundred dollars by downloading Master Match for free right now at Audio Plugin Deals, but you’ll have to hurry; this offer will only be [...] View post: IK Mulitimedia’s Master Match Is FREE For A Limited Time View the full article

[Update 11 May 2024] Confirmed! More than just a Nina with keys, Melbourne Instruments Delia will have four oscillators per voice. Yesterday we told you about Delia, an upcoming synth that showed up on maker Melbourne Instruments’ Instagram Stories. Today we have some more information on Delia, this time from Tonelab. “Here we have a new Nina-like synth but, this time, with Fatar Keybed… and a new engine too!” Tonelab said on their Instagram... The post Melbourne Instruments Delia to Have Four Oscillators, Fatar Keybed appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

ModBap Modular has introduced the CLRS (pronounced colors) Stereo Color Effects Processor, an updated version of their HUE Eurorack module, expanded to stereo and updated with additional features.… Read More ModBap Modular Intros CLRS Stereo Color Effects ProcessorView the full article