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Here's a look at the Korg MS-20 synthesizer and the SQ-10 step sequencer, and how they shaped the sound of a group of German musicians in the late 70s and early 80s.… Read More How The Korg MS-20 Synthesizer & SQ-10 Sequencer Shaped The Sound Of German Electronic MusicView the full article

vPlayer 4 is designed to let you play live, using a variety of software synth plugins, without the overhead of using a DAW.… Read More vPlayer VST/AU Host For Mac & WindowsView the full article

In Orbit Labs has launched a Kickstarter project to fund production of Particles, a touchscreen creative physics simulator in Eurorack format.… Read More New Module Brings Particle Physics To EurorackView the full article

The synth featured in the video is currently the only one of it's kind in the world.… Read More Korg PS-3300 FS Synthesizer Hands-On DemoView the full article

In addition to standard DJ turntable functions, the korg handytraxx play offers a variety of unique features. … Read More Korg Intros Portable handytraxx play TurntableView the full article

Behringer today shared this sneak preview of their upcoming UB-Xa mini analog synthesizer, a minisynth that they say offers "the authentic sound" of the Oberheim OB-Xa.… Read More Behringer Teases UB-Xa Mini, A $99 Taste Of The ‘Authentic Sound Of The OB-Xa’View the full article

Should Tiptop bring the Buchla 218 to Eurorack format? And what about the Music Easel?… Read More Do Synthesists Need A Buchla Music Easel In Euro Format?View the full article

The 72 HP width may strike synthesists as awkward...… Read More Behringer Intros 72 HP Eurorack Spring Reverb EffectView the full article

Behringer today shared a preview of the CZ-1 Mini, a minisynth that copies the sound engine used in Casio's classic CZ synth line of '80s.… Read More Behringer CZ-1 Mini Inspired By Vintage Casio CZ SynthsView the full article

With Yamaha E.S.P., the Montage M can now be in your computer.… Read More Yamaha Montage M Now Available As Expanded Softsynth Plugin For Your DAW View the full article

Knobcon organizer Suit & Tie Guy has announced that his latest creation, the muSonics Vanilla Synthesizer, is now shipping and available to order.… Read More MuSonics Vanilla Synthesizer Now ShippingView the full article

The line lets Buchla 200 owners expand their systems, and already includes enough modules to start a 'new vintage' system.… Read More Source Of Uncertainty Announces Official Buchla 200 Series Module ReissuesView the full article

"This free sound pack brings the legendary MS-20 sound to life on the Modwave synthesizer."… Read More Free Korg modwave Sound Library Inspired By The Classic MS-20 SynthesizerView the full article

The Roland CR-78 is best known for being used iconically on a few classic 80s tracks. … Read More Behringer Teases Roland CR-78 Drum Machine KnockoffView the full article

The OMNIS-DUO is lightweight, compact enough to fit in a backpack and can be used anywhere.… Read More AlphaTheta Intros OMNIS-DUO Portable DJ SystemView the full article

The 207t above, is a reissue of the classic Buchla Mixer/Preamplifier Model 207 in Euro format.… Read More Tiptop Audio & Buchla Mixer/Preamplifier Model 207t Now AvailableView the full article

At NAMM, they are showing their full range of synths and showcasing the Carbon8 8-voice Experimental Digital Synthesizer.… Read More Modal Electronics Showcases Carbon8 At 2024 NAMM ShowView the full article

While they were originally designed for novices, Omnichords been used creatively by musicians for decades, and now have a cult status.… Read More Suzuki Omnichord OM-108 Brings Back Classic Strummable InstrumentView the full article

Behringer says that "the synth is in its very early stages, and we are now focusing on debugging and implementing the necessary software."… Read More Behringer Announces JT-16 Polysynth, Their Take On The Classic Roland Jupiter-8 SynthesizerView the full article

Synthwave, a genre that evokes the nostalgic sounds of the 80s, has seen a remarkable resurgence in recent years. Blending retro synthesizers with modern production techniques, Synthwave takes listeners on a journey through time. Let's dive into this unique musical landscape and explore its key elements and influences. View the full article

Supercritical Synthesizers has introduced their first desktop instrument, Redshift 6, a six-voice analog "Variable Character Synthesizer".… Read More Supercritical Redshift 6 Variable Character Synthesizer Now Available To PreorderView the full article

It's not a final review, but the video covers the new synth in depth and makes clear that it's a very different instrument than the original.… Read More Korg microKORG 2 vs Classic microKORGView the full article

Arturia today introduced Pigments 5, the latest version of their 'Polychrome' software synthesizer.… Read More Arturia Pigments 5 Polychrome Software Synthesizer – Here’s What’s NewView the full article

The Nord Grand 2 features the latest generation premium Hammer Action keyboard from Kawai, expanded sample library memory, new effects and more.… Read More Nord Grand 2 Updated With New Keyboard, Expanded Memory and MoreView the full article

Behringer today announced that it has cut the price of its MS-1 synth, a knockoff of the Roland SH-101, to $199 USD. Unfortunately, US super-partner Sweetwater has it listed as out of stock, super-partner Amazon has it listed at the wtf price of $679, and dudes are listing them on Reverb at the ‘keep dreaming’… Read More Behringer MS-1 Synthesizer Price Cut To $199, If You Can Find ItView the full article

Korg has announced the PS-3300 FS, a full-scale reissue of the rare Korg PS-3300 from 1977.… Read More Korg Reissues Rare PS-3300 Semi-Modular PolysynthView the full article

The NI404 is an open-source sampler and sequencer that's designed to offer an accessible entry point into the world of music creation.… Read More The NI404 Is An Open Source DIY Hardware Sampler & SequencerView the full article

Ahead of the 2024 NAMM Show, Korg has introduced the Grandstage X, a new flagship stage piano.… Read More Korg Grandstage X Stage Piano Debuts Ahead Of 2024 NAMM ShowView the full article

Admittedly, we admire Tom Carpenter. At what seems like monthly intervals, he delights the fan community with outstanding new devices. As a vintage connoisseur, he can draw on a wealth… Read More The post Analogue Solutions MAXIMUS AS300 “true” POLYSYNTH appeared first on GreatSynthesizers. View the full article