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Category: Keyboard Synthesizers

ASM Hydrasynth Review

“This is a prime example of how to design a heavily featured digital synth…”… Read More ASM Hydrasynth Review

September 20, 2019September 20, 201911 Comments

Roland Debuts New Fantom Synthesizer At Knobcon 2019

At Knobcon 2019, we talked with Roland synth guru Ed Diaz, who gave us an overview and demo of what the Fantom can do.… Read More Roland Debuts New Fantom Synthesizer At Knobcon 2019

September 14, 2019September 14, 20194 Comments

The History Of FM Synthesis

This video captures a presentation by Dr. John Chowning at Knobcon 2019 on The History of FM Synthesis.… Read More The History Of FM Synthesis

September 14, 20191 Comment

Korg Prologue 2.0 Adds Microtuning, Improved Arpeggiator & More

The update adds microtonal support, wet/dry control for stock effects, ‘aftertouch in’ support and more. … Read More Korg Prologue 2.0 Adds Microtuning, Improved Arpeggiator & More

September 12, 2019September 13, 201915 Comments

Modal Argon8 Wavetable Synthesizer Hands-On Demo

At Knobcon, we talked with Jackson from Modal, who gave us an in-depth look at the new Argon8 synthesizer.… Read More Modal Argon8 Wavetable Synthesizer Hands-On Demo

September 11, 2019November 22, 201912 Comments

Moog Matriarch vs Grandmother

The latest loopop video compares the Moog Matriarch and the Grandmother, and also looks at MIDI updates for the Matriarch.… Read More Moog Matriarch vs Grandmother

September 11, 20192 Comments

ASM Hydrasynth In-Depth Overview & Demo At Knobcon 2019

At Knobcon 2019, Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) introduced the Hydrasynth – a new hardware synth that offers a massively deep and flexible sound engine and unique performance controls, including polyphonic aftertouch and a four-octave ribbon controller.… Read More ASM Hydrasynth In-Depth Overview & Demo At Knobcon 2019

September 11, 20198 Comments

Moog Matriarch Synthesizer Now Available

The keyboard is based, in part, on analog circuit designs from vintage Moog synth modules, but also incorporates influences from their other recent keyboards and Eurorack module designs. … Read More Moog Matriarch Synthesizer Now Available

September 10, 201915 Comments

Modal Intros $699 Full-Size Argon8 Polyphonic Synthesizer

The new synth raises the bar on what to expect from sub-$1,000 synths, offering deep synthesis capabilities, a sturdy metal case, a full-size keyboard with velocity and aftertouch and more.… Read More Modal Intros $699 Full-Size Argon8 Polyphonic Synthesizer

September 6, 2019December 15, 201926 Comments

Korg Releases ‘Supercharged’ KROSS 2-88 MB Synthesizer

Korg has expanded on the Kross 2 series with the launch of the Kross 2 -88 MB – a ‘supercharged’ version that includes the sounds of the original, as well as an additional expansion that adds new programs, including a resonant acoustic piano.… Read More Korg Releases ‘Supercharged’ KROSS 2-88 MB Synthesizer

September 6, 2019September 6, 20191 Comment

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