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Here's an in-depth look at the KingKORG Neo, a new compact synth, with 37 full-size keys, a 16-band vocoder, effects, and virtual patching.… Read More Korg KingKORG Neo Synthesizer Hands-On ReviewView the full article

Korg has introduced the KingKORG Neo, a new compact synth, with 37 full-size keys, a 16-band vocoder, effects, and virtual patching.… Read More Korg KingKORG Neo Synth Debuts Ahead Of 2024 NAMM ShowView the full article

Unlike previous updates to the original microKorg, the new microKORG is a major redesign.… Read More Korg microKorg 2 Features Improved Synth Engine, Color Screen, Vocal Effects, Loop Recorder & MoreView the full article

Synthmania.de has introduced a free patch editor for the Behringer JT-4000 Micro synthesizer.… Read More Free Patch Editor For The Behringer JT-4000 Micro SynthesizerView the full article

Midicake let us know that they've introduced a free firmware update for the Midicake ARP that introduces new Time Parameters, designed to let you create sequence polyrhythms and polymeters.… Read More Midicake ARP Firmware 5 Lets You Sequence Polyrhythms & PolymetersView the full article

Native Instruments today announced iZotope VEA, a new AI-powered Voice Enhancement Assistant for podcasters and content creators.… Read More Native Instruments iZotope VEA Designed To Let You ‘Enjoy The Sound Of Your Own Voice’View the full article

Ahead of the 2024 NAMM Show, being held January 25-28, 2024 in Anaheim, California, Korg has introduced the KR-11 compact rhythm box.… Read More Korg Intros KR-11 Compact Rhythm BoxView the full article

Here's a sneak preview of the Tiptop Buchla 207t Mixer + Preamplifier, a Eurorack format take on Don Buchla's classic Mixer/Preamplifier Model 207.… Read More Tiptop Buchla 207t Mixer + Preamplifier Coming Later This MonthView the full article

The SOLAR 42 is an analog microtonal drone ambient machine.… Read More Elta Music SOLAR 42 Ambient Machine ReviewView the full article

The SEQTRAK is sure to draw comparisons with the Teenage Engineering OP-1 and, arguably, validates the OP-1's success by bringing more competition into this space.… Read More Yamaha Intros $400 SEQTRAK Music Creation StationView the full article

Here's a look at the recently introduced Dubreq David Bowie Stylophone, a 'limited edition' inspired by Bowie's use of the instrument.… Read More Dubreq David Bowie Stylophone Limited Edition DemoView the full article

The creators of CHOMPI, a new sampling keyboard that’s designed to make musique concrète style audio manipulation fast and fun, have announced a new 'Midnight Edition'.… Read More CHOMPI Sampler ‘Midnight Edition’ Now Available To PreorderView the full article

Visions features 50 presets that they say are designed to evoke "the feeling of the future".… Read More New Sounds For Old Synths: 50 Patches For The Waldorf BlofeldView the full article

The JT-4000 is a minisynth that copies the Roland JP-8000, which was the source of many of the iconic sounds of the '90s… Read More ’90s Trance Sounds On The Behringer JT-4000 Micro SynthesizerView the full article

Jarre performs wearing a LYNX-R1 headset, combining live performance, augmented reality and virtual reality.… Read More Jean-Michel Jarre – Mixed Reality ConcertView the full article

The Roland SH-4d Editor gives you direct access to the synth's parameters, and lets you integrate it into your DAW projects.… Read More Roland SH-4d Synth Patch EditorView the full article

The DS-2 is an all-in-one portable modular system that can run on batteries, featuring dual analog oscillators, multimode filter, built-in reverb and Eurorack compatibility.… Read More Stylophone Intros Compact $259 Portable Modular SynthesizerView the full article

Algoriddim is completely redesigning djay for Apple's Vision Pro interface.… Read More Algoriddim Bringing djay To Apple Vision ProView the full article

KORG Gadget 3 has been updated with workflow improvements, new features and new Gadgets.… Read More KORG Gadget 3 Brings New Gadgets, Improved Workflow, AUv3 Support For iOSView the full article

Akai has announced that it is bringing MPC Stems 'unmixing' technology to the MPC.… Read More Akai Brings Automatic Stem Separation To MPCView the full article

"The illusion with the big synthesizers," he adds, "is that somewhere among all those wires is the thing that's gonna save the day for you - and it's never true."… Read More In ‘Lost’ 1982 Interview, Brian Eno Explains Why He Doesn’t Like Electronic SoundsView the full article

The DT-303 Acid Sound is a hardware distortion box that's design to pair perfectly with the Roland TB-303 to create the 'acid sound'.… Read More DTronics DT-303 ‘Acid Sound’ Distortion EffectView the full article

You play the instrument by selecting the root note and chord quality with your left hand, and then strumming with your right hand.… Read More DIY Omnichord-Inspired MIDI ControllerView the full article

The Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) is a cornerstone of modern music production. Offering an unparalleled level of control and flexibility, MIDI has transformed the landscape of music creation. Let's explore the magic of MIDI and how it unleashes creativity in the studio. View the full article

If you know Behringer, you’ll likely know the company loves a teaser campaign. Since 2017, the German instrument manufacturer has been trickling out snippets of new synthesizers and drum machines inspired by studio gear legends. The clones have been somewhat of a touchy subject in the gear industry, compelling the brand to issue a statement on the “principles of competition” and to “clear up some misconceptions.” In its own words, Behringer “chases analogue ghosts” in a bid to make music-making a more accessible hobby and give more producers than ever the chance to own a hardware synthesizer... The post Behringer 2024: Every synth, drum machine and controller Behringer is…

The sound bank focuses on cinematic, electronic and ambient sounds.… Read More Atmospheric Patches For The Yamaha MODX SynthesizerView the full article

In his latest video, Holkenborg discusses his massive Eurorack modular system.… Read More Junkie XL Eurorack Modular System TourView the full article

Make Noise has introduced the Dual Stereo Gate (DXG), a dual stereo low pass gate and mixer for Eurorack modular systems.… Read More Make Noise Intros DXG Dual Stereo Low Pass GateView the full article

The band arranged the track with melodies from Matriarch, Grandmother triggered by guitar via MIDI, spacey Moog One pads, deep Subsequent 37 bass, and more.… Read More Live In The Moog Sound Lab – TOPS Performs ‘Colder & Closer’View the full article

The video covers the basics of synthesis, modular synthesis, and a software program, VCV Rack, that lets you explore modular synthesis for free on your computer.… Read More An Introduction To Modular Synthesis Using VCV Rack, A Free Modular SynthesizerView the full article