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Free MPC Sample Project Converter Expands Workflows With MPC One, MPC Live, MPC X/XL

Padbangers has released a free application MPC Sample Project Converter, that’s designed to let you change MPC Sample projects to the bigger MPC Format. … Read More Free MPC Sample Project Converter Expands Workflows With MPC One, MPC Live, MPC X/XL

July 18, 2026July 20, 2026Leave a comment

Vintage Synth Review: The Roland JP-8000 ‘Trance Machine’

Here’s an-depth look at the Roland JP-8000, a vintage synthesizer from 1996 that was a mainstay of class trance music.… Read More Vintage Synth Review: The Roland JP-8000 ‘Trance Machine’

July 17, 2026July 17, 2026Leave a comment

Behringer AKS Mini Synth First Look & Audio Demo

Behringer today shared this first look at their AKS Mini synth, a compact analog synth, loosely inspired by the EMS Synthi AKS.… Read More Behringer AKS Mini Synth First Look & Audio Demo

July 14, 2026July 14, 202628 Comments

New Analogue Solutions Filtopia Synthesizer Features Unique Filtering Capabilities

Analogue Solutions shared this preview of their new Filtopia synthesizer, a stereo monosynth that features a unique 5 filter filterbank. … Read More New Analogue Solutions Filtopia Synthesizer Features Unique Filtering Capabilities

July 13, 20264 Comments

M-VAVE Introduces FM-1 FM ‘Pocket Synthesizer’

The FM-1 is a portable digital FM synthesizer built around a six-operator FM synthesis engine with 32 algorithms.… Read More M-VAVE Introduces FM-1 FM ‘Pocket Synthesizer’

July 13, 2026October 12, 202622 Comments

Arturia Polybrute 12 Sound Design Masterclass

This masterclass explores the sonic capabilities of Arturia’s Polybrute 12, covering everything from its core signal flow and expressive controls to in-depth sound design and patch creation.… Read More Arturia Polybrute 12 Sound Design Masterclass

July 12, 2026July 13, 20262 Comments

Tasty Chips Updates GR-MEGA With New Granular Controls, Effects, and Workflow ImprovementsGR-MEGA

Tasty Chips has released firmware version 1.7.0 for the GR-MEGA, introducing a redesigned granular engine, major file management changes, new effects, interface updates, and expanded workflow features.… Read More Tasty Chips Updates GR-MEGA With New Granular Controls, Effects, and Workflow ImprovementsGR-MEGA

July 12, 2026July 13, 20261 Comment

Korg Intros NTS-4 Performance Mixer Kit For Compact Hardware Setups

Korg’s NTS-4 is a compact six-channel performance mixer kit with built-in effects, USB audio/MIDI connectivity, and support for synthesizers, modular systems, and desktop hardware.… Read More Korg Intros NTS-4 Performance Mixer Kit For Compact Hardware Setups

July 11, 202620 Comments

Vintage Synth Review: The Moog Minimoog Synthesizer

More than 55 years later, the Minimoog is still one of the most desired synths ever made, and as relevant as ever. … Read More Vintage Synth Review: The Moog Minimoog Synthesizer

July 9, 20266 Comments

The Making Of Nord Red Keyboards

Nord shared this behind-the-scenes documentary, looking at how their iconic red keyboards are made.… Read More The Making Of Nord Red Keyboards

July 9, 20266 Comments

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