Knobcon 4 Schedule Now Available
The schedule of events for Knobcon 4 – a massive synth meetup, featuring performances, workshops and vendors – is now available.
Category: Keyboard Synthesizers
Roland Debuts System-100 Plug-out Software Synthesizer
Roland has introduced the System-100 Plug-Out Software Synthesizer – a software reproduction of the classic semi-modular monosynth from 1975. The System-100 Plug-Out integrates the features of the original Model 101 Synthesizer and Model 102 Expander units, resulting in an ‘incredibly fat and uniquely versatile’ two oscillator monosynth, with modular routing capabilities. The System-100 Plug Out synthesizer is designed for System-1 and 1m,… Read More Roland Debuts System-100 Plug-out Software Synthesizer
Win A Novation MoroderNova Synthesizer
Novation’s new limited-edition MoroderNova is now available, and Synthtopia’s got one to give away!
Pat Metheny Explains The Synclavier In 1986
This vintage video features Pat Metheny, in 1986, explaining the Synclavier digital synthesizer.
Nord Releases Sample Library 2.0
Nord has released Nord Sample Library 2.0 – a major update to their ‘essentials collection’ for the Nord Stage 2 EX, Nord Stage 2, Nord Piano 2 & Nord Electro 5. Nord says that they have optimized their existing samples and added ‘brilliant new sounds’, in the categories Strings, Voice and Folk instruments. The Nord Sample… Read More Nord Releases Sample Library 2.0
Inside The Synth Cave Of Bernd-Michael Land
This video, via vlogger Ralph Baumgartl, takes a tour of the awesome synth studio of synthesist Bernd-Michael Land (Thau).
Fusion Synth Jam
Sunday Synth Jam: This synth jam, via Manuele Montesanti aka Drift-Lab, is a fusion jam that features the sounds of the Yamaha Reface CS and DX. Here’s what he has to say about the jam:
The Psychedelic Symphony
Sunday Synth Jam: The Psychedelic Symphony, via VolcaRock, explores the classic sound of 70’s space rock, with ‘organs that sound like synths’.
Elektron Analog Rytm, Analog Four & Analog Keys Now 15% Off
To celebrate the release of Overbridge, Elektron has announced a limited-time sale on the Analog Rytm, Analog Four & Analog Keys.
The Massive Sound Of The Sequential Circuits Prophet 10 Synthesizer
This video, via MrFirechild, features the massive sound of the Sequential Circuits Prophet 10. The Prophet 10 is one of the rarest of the monster synths, offering the power of two Prophet 5’s in one huge, knobtacular package.
