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RC909 Pro features 19 variations on the classic 909 sounds, including tape-processed kits, re-sampled kits via old computers and video game consoles (NES, Sega Genesis and Master System), and distorted kits using guitar effect pedals and tube amplifiers.… Read More SampleScience RC909 Pro Offers 19 Variations On Classic 909 SoundView the full article

Woodman’s Immaculate Maple Syrup Studio has released WoodValvet v1.0, a "real tube emulated saturator" for MacOS and iOs:… Read More Woodman’s Immaculate Maple Syrup Studio Intros WoodValvet 1.0 Tube Emulated SaturatorView the full article

Attracktive is a free sound pack player, that's designed to be easy to use and compatible with Linux, Mac & Windows.… Read More Tracktion Intros Free Attracktive Player Instrument For Linux, Mac & WindowsView the full article

Polyend has released Tracker v1.7, a free update that adds a variety of upgrades to the Tracker’s audio path, user interface and MIDI control.… Read More Free Polyend Tracker Update Adds Audio Improvements, Improved MIDI Control & MoreView the full article

Noise Engineering has introduced a new Eurorack mixer, Xer Mixa, and a companion CV expander, Expando Expandi. … Read More Noise Engineering Announces Xer Mixa Eurorack Mixer & Expando Expandi CV Expander ModuleView the full article

Roger Linn's classic Linn LM-1 Drum Machine is getting reborn, full-size and faithfully recreated, as the Luma 1 Drum Computer.… Read More Classic Linn LM-1 Drum Machine Getting Reborn As Luma 1View the full article

Here's the latest video from Oneohtrix Point Never.… Read More New Music From Oneohtrix Point Never, ‘A Barely Lit Path’View the full article

Richard D. James, aka Aphex Twin, has shared video from a recent performance at London's Field Day, in 360-degree video.… Read More Aphex Twin Live Performance In 360° VideoView the full article

The Vectra’s synthesis architecture is designed to allow the greatest flexibility in recreating multiple synthesis techniques of the past, while introducing several new innovations and methods.… Read More Future Retro Vectra Synthesizer Back In Production, Shipping In Late 2023View the full article

Focusrite has launched the fourth generation of its coveted Scarlett audio interface range. The series includes three new products – the Scarlett Solo, 2i2, and 4i4, along with two new Studio bundles. To date, Focusrite has sold over six million Scarletts across the series – here’s what the brand has learned and implemented into its fourth generation... The post Focusrite’s Scarlett 4th Generation range enhances the world’s most popular audio interface appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

The Behringer Kobol Expander is an analog semi-modular monosynth, in Eurorack format, that features 2 VCOs and a 4-pole VCF. The original has been described as 'the French Minimoog'.… Read More Behringer Kobol Expander, AKA ‘The French Minimoog’, Now Available For $199View the full article

The Erica Synths Bullfrog, a new educational electronic music instrument, created in collaboration with Richie Hawtin, is now available to pre-order.… Read More Erica Synths + Richie Hawtin Bullfrog Synthesizer Now Available View the full article

The SP MIDI corrects MIDI issues with the E-mu SP-12 and SP-1200 samplers.… Read More SP MIDI Converter Corrects MIDI Issues With SP-12, SP-1200 SamplersView the full article

Native Instruments today introduced the new Traktor X1 MK3 DJ controller, a compact, modular controller that they say is designed for DJs who want portability, powerful effects control, and intuitive operation.… Read More Native Instruments Intros Traktor X1 mk3 DJ ControllerView the full article

Organizers have announced the workshops and presentations being held at Knobcon 2023, happening Sept 8-10, 2023 in the Chicagoland area.… Read More Knobcon 2023 Workshops & Informative Sessions AnnouncedView the full article

Universal Audio has released the Apollo Twin X USB, a desktop audio interface that gives Windows-based musicians and producers “elite-class” audio conversion with the tone, feel, and flow of analogue recording. According to UA, the new Apollo Twin X USB improves upon the original Apollo Twin’s audio quality with revamped A/D and D/A conversion — giving you extra dynamic range and ultra-low THD... The post Universal Audio launches the new Apollo Twin X USB audio interface appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Harmonia is a new virtual synthesizer designed for creating rich, evolving polyphonic sounds like those associated with vector and wave sequencing synthesizers of the 80s and 90s.… Read More Cherry Audio Debuts Harmonia Soft Synth For Mac & WindowsView the full article

The video shows how you can use the NiftyKEYZ to recreate classic analog synth designs - or to create whatever custom design you can imagine.… Read More Recreating Vintage Monosynths With Eurorack Modules & The Cre8audio NiftyKEYZView the full article

The patch sheets work the same as the original printed patch sheets, but replace the printed indicators with tactile markings.… Read More Open Source Patch Overlays For The Visually ImpairedView the full article

Ableton Drift is Ableton Live’s brand-new analog-modeled synth. It’s capable of producing incredibly warm, comforting sounds. This makes it perfect for genres such as LoFi Hip Hop or Organic House. So what makes Ableton Drift unique? And why should you check it out? That’s what we’ll cover in this guide! Together, we are going to […] The post Ableton Drift: 6 Steps to Master This New Killer Synth appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Kontakt Libraries have become a foundation of modern electronic music production. Whatever your preferred genre, Kontakt libraries across all instruments should be part of your producer arsenal. However, there are hundreds of Kontakt libraries out there. And it can be hard to know which ones are worth it, and which ones are over-hyped. But today […] The post Kontakt Libraries: 12 Free & Paid Options for Producers (2023) 🎹 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Here's a rare look at Kraftwerk in their early days.… Read More Kraftwerk Live In 1973View the full article

Modular on the Spot was founded in 2015 by Bana Haffar and Eric "Rodent" Cheslak. The events are free, outdoors and feature live modular synth performances.… Read More Modular On The Spot In SeattleView the full article

Universal Audio has introduced four new compact effects pedals to its UAFX lineup - the new Orion Tape Echo, 1176 Studio Compressor, Heavenly Plate Reverb and Evermore Studio Reverb single-footswitch stompboxes.… Read More Universal Audio Announces Four Compact Effects PedalsView the full article

X Audio Systems has introduced VCRadio, a voltage-controlled FM/AM/SW stereo radio receiver for Eurorack modulear synthesizers.… Read More X Audio Systems VCRadio Brings Voltage-Controlled Radio To EurorackView the full article

Sacred Bones has announced Anthology II: Movie Themes 1976-1988, a collection of new music by director and composer John Carpenter.… Read More New Music From John Carpenter, Anthology II: Movie Themes 1976-1988View the full article

The video features features a demo of the CS-80 and its unique sound, along with a look inside the synth, revealing why it's a monster to maintain.… Read More Inside The Yamaha CS-80 SynthesizerView the full article

Spitfire Audio has introduced Jupiter by Trevor Horn, a collection of drums, basses, synths, piano and FX, that they say captures the production style and sounds of pioneering superproducer Trevor Horn.… Read More Spitfire Audio Intros Jupiter By Trevor Horn, A New Sound Library Featuring The Producer’s Classic SoundsView the full article

Serato has released Sample 2.0, a major update to the sampling plugin that adds stem-separation technology that lets you quickly 'unmix' source audio into stems, letting you use and arrange samples in new ways.… Read More Serato Sample 2.0 Brings Sample ‘Unmixing’ To Your DAWView the full article

While the company hasn't announced details for the new Polivoks, it appears to be a Euro-format version of the original.… Read More Behringer Announces Polivoks Synthesizer, Created In Collaboration With Original DesignerView the full article