New Video Competition Offering Three Continuum Synthesizers As Prizes
Show off how you play, and you could win one of three high-end Continuum synthesizers!… Read More New Video Competition Offering Three Continuum Synthesizers As Prizes
Category: Keyboard Synthesizers
New Sounds For Old Synths: 64 Berlin School Presets For The Roland JD-XI
The “Berlin Legacy” soundbank offers a set of universal sounds that are suitable for writing ambient, cinematic music, classical electronics, and classic Berlin electronica “with the spirit of sir Klaus Schulze”.… Read More New Sounds For Old Synths: 64 Berlin School Presets For The Roland JD-XI
Will Open Firmware Become the Next Big Trend in Electronic Music Gear?
From the M-Vave FM-1 to new initiatives from Akai, Behringer, and Erica Synths, open firmware is emerging as a way for musicians to reshape their instruments long after they leave the factory.… Read More Will Open Firmware Become the Next Big Trend in Electronic Music Gear?
OPEN-1 Promises To Be One Synth For Every Firmware
The platform would include an open SDK and a browser emulator, so developers could build custom firmware before the hardware ships.… Read More OPEN-1 Promises To Be One Synth For Every Firmware
Alesis Andromeda A6 Hardware vs Software Comparison
Here’s a head-to-head comparison between the original Alesis Andromeda A6 hardware synthesizer, and the Isla Electronics ASYX software plugin. … Read More Alesis Andromeda A6 Hardware vs Software Comparison
Yamaha Expands CK Series Lineup With CK76 Stage Keyboard
Yamaha has announced the CK76 Stage Keyboard, the latest addition to the CK Series, a keyboard that delivers a combination of portability and performance for working musicians. CK76 features include a 76-key semi-weighted action, authentic piano, organ and synth sounds, intuitive hands-on controls, built-in speakers and battery-powered operation.
Roland n/vision Synthesizer Expands Boutique Line Into Wavetable Synthesis
Roland’s n/vision combines two wavetable layers with nonlinear wave shaping, extensive modulation, and up to 56 voices of polyphony in a portable Boutique synthesizer.… Read More Roland n/vision Synthesizer Expands Boutique Line Into Wavetable Synthesis
Arturia MiniFreak 49 In-Depth Review – “Well Worth A Look”
Here’s an in-depth review of the new Minifreak 49, covering its features and synthesis capabilities, performance controls, pros and cons and more.… Read More Arturia MiniFreak 49 In-Depth Review – “Well Worth A Look”
Arturia MiniFreak 49 Takes Synth Line Into More Powerful, If More Conventional, Territory
Arturia’s MiniFreak 49 retains the original’s six-voice hybrid synthesis engine while adding a full-size keyboard, new performance controls, filter FM, and expanded sample memory.… Read More Arturia MiniFreak 49 Takes Synth Line Into More Powerful, If More Conventional, Territory
Elektron Responds To Explosion Of Unofficial Firmware
In his latest video, Matthew Piecora (EZBOT) shares his takeaways from an in-depth conversation with Elektron about the recent explosion of alternative firmware for their devices. … Read More Elektron Responds To Explosion Of Unofficial Firmware
