Arturia MatrixBrute Analog Synthesizer Hands-On Demo

The Arturia MatrixBrute Synthesizer is one of the most talked-about new synths introduced at the 2016 NAMM Show. The MatrixBrute is a programmable monophonic / duophonic analog synthesizer, outfitted with three ‘Brute’ oscillators, Steiner-Parker and ladder filters, three envelope generators, analogue effects and a matrix-style modulation matrix. Here’s a hands on demo from the Show… Read More Arturia MatrixBrute Analog Synthesizer Hands-On Demo

January 26, 2016January 26, 201669 Comments

Teenage Engineering OP-Z Audio + Video Synthesizer Hands-On Demo

2016 NAMM Show: This video, via MusicRadar, captures a hands-on demo of the upcoming Teenage Engineering OP-Z synthesizer:

January 26, 2016January 29, 201614 Comments

Dave Smith Instruments OB-6 Hands-On Demo

2016 NAMM Show: At the Winter NAMM Show, Dave Smith Instruments introduced the OB-6, a collaboration between synth pioneers Dave Smith & Tom Oberheim. The OB-6 is a 6-voice synthesizer, with all-analog signal path and discrete VCOs and filters, with a sound engine inspired by Oberheim’s original SEM. Here’s a video demo, from the NAMM Show floor,… Read More Dave Smith Instruments OB-6 Hands-On Demo

January 26, 2016January 26, 201624 Comments

Roli Seaboard Rise Prog Jam At The 2016 NAMM Show

At the 2016 NAMM Show, Roli was presenting its Seaboard Rise MIDI Controllers – some of the few controllers to support Multidimensional Polyphonic Expression (MPE). Dream Theater keyboardist Jordan Rudess composed a prog jam for the event, written for three performers with 25-note Rise controllers & a drummer. Rudess was joined on Rise by Eren Basbug and Marco… Read More Roli Seaboard Rise Prog Jam At The 2016 NAMM Show

January 26, 2016January 27, 20169 Comments

The Chemical Brothers (feat. Beck) – Wide Open

The Chemical Brothers have released a music video for their new track with Beck, Wide Open.

January 25, 2016January 25, 201636 Comments

Strymon Generalissimo Euro Tape Echo Hands-On Demo

At the 2016 NAMM Show, Strymon previewed the Generalissimo – a voltage-controller Eurorack Four Head dTape Echo machine, with extensive control over tape characteristics and machine health.

January 25, 2016January 27, 20165 Comments

Air Music Tech Expands Virtual Instrument Offerings With AIEP3

At the 2016 NAMM Show: Virtual instruments developer AIR Music Technology announced this week their newest expansion pack, AIEP3. The AIR Instrument Expansion Pack 3 (AIEP3) is a collection of existing titles, such as Loom, Strike, Structure, Transfuser 2, Vacuum Pro, Velvet, Hybrid 3, along with the newly added DB-33, Mini Grand, The Riser plus… Read More Air Music Tech Expands Virtual Instrument Offerings With AIEP3

January 25, 2016January 19, 20165 Comments

Korg Volca FM Synthesizer (Sneak Preview)

At the 2016 NAMM Show, Korg was displaying an as-yet-unannounced Volca FM synthesizer. The Volca FM is a 6-operator FM synth that can read and play DX-7 patches. It also offers an enhanced version of the Volca sequencer. The Korg Volca FM synthesizer isn’t official yet – but we’ve got an exclusive audio preview of… Read More Korg Volca FM Synthesizer (Sneak Preview)

January 25, 201661 Comments

Jambé Electronic Percussion Instrument Hands-On Demo

At the 2016 NAMM Show, SensorPoint is showing the Jambé electronic percussion instrument. It was introduced at last year’s show, but is now available for pre-order. This video captures an overview of the new Jambé, along with several short performance demos. And a little NAMM weirdness along the way!

January 25, 2016January 25, 20163 Comments

Erica Synths Intros Black Classic System

Erica Synths has introduced their first complete modular set – the Erica Synths Black Classic System. The Black Classic System offers the functionality of classical two oscillator synthesizer, plus features to address contemporary needs of modular users. Here’s a video demo:

January 25, 201630 Comments

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