Drew Neumann Multitracks Knifonium Tube Synthesizer For ‘Steampunk Space Spies’

Composer Drew Neumann (Aeon Flux, The WIld Thornberries) has shared a new composition, Steampunk Space Spies, created entirely (including percussion and sound effects) with the Knifonium vacuum tube synthesizer. The Knifonium, made by Jonte Knif, is a unique 25-tube monophonic synthesizer, with a 4th order ladder filter and a ring modulator. Here’s what Neumann has… Read More Drew Neumann Multitracks Knifonium Tube Synthesizer For ‘Steampunk Space Spies’

April 7, 2016April 7, 20169 Comments

Ken MacBeth X-Series Proton (Sneak Preview)

At Superbooth 16, Ken MacBeth of MacBeth Studio Systems previewed the prototypes of his new X-Series Proton – a new synth voice module.

April 6, 2016April 6, 20168 Comments

AM104 CV Mixer Lets You Connect Reaktor Blocks With Analog Hardware

Amazing Machines has introduced AM104 CV Mixer, a new Reaktor Blocks device for Native Instruments Reaktor 6 that’s designed to let you combine Reaktor Blocks modules with actual analog synthesizer modules.

April 6, 20168 Comments

Superbooth 16: Sonic Potions Intros Three New Modules

At Superbooth 16, Sonic Potions introduced three new pre-assembled modules. The modules include: Manifold – a ‘time and space’ machine for delays and Karplus-Strong synthesis. Moire – a dual pahse modulation VCO Macalypse – a random signal generator, based on Perlin noise Here’s an overview of the new modules, via SonicState:

April 5, 2016April 7, 20163 Comments

Bastl Instruments Intros New Modules, A Robo-Guitar & Stuff ‘For Modular Nerds’

At Superbooth 16, Bastl Instruments introduced three new Eurorack synth modules. Bastl Instruments has introduced three additions to their modular lineup: Dynamo, Tromsø and Hendrikson. In addition, they introduced two new complete modular systems, both focused on signal processing: Bob and Bobek, and an upgrade to their flagship modular system Rumburack 2.0. Here’s a look, via Cuckoo, at the latest Bastl modules, a robo-guitar and some… Read More Bastl Instruments Intros New Modules, A Robo-Guitar & Stuff ‘For Modular Nerds’

April 5, 2016April 6, 20161 Comment

The Lumen Is Like An Electronic Handpan On Steroids

Developer Guy Jackson has launched an Indiegogo campaign to produce the Lumen, a self-contained electronic handpan. The Lumen provides the playing experience of it’s acoustic inspiration, with the added benefits that electronics bring. It features built-in amplified speakers, an advanced on-board audio processor and full velocity sensitivity. Being an electronic instrument, you can change the samples,… Read More The Lumen Is Like An Electronic Handpan On Steroids

April 5, 2016April 5, 201614 Comments

Roland TR-808 Drum Machine Teardown

Markus Fuller got his hands on a rare vintage Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer drum machine. So he decided to open it up and look the rare beast’s guts. He notes, “No fix and no important info, just a quick look around.

April 5, 201611 Comments

Pioneer DJ Partners With Dave Smith On Toraiz SP-16 Pro Sampler

Musikmesse 2016: Pioneer DJ has announced their first sampler – the TORAIZ SP-16 sampler with Dave Smith Instruments analog filters. The sampler features an touch screen and layout, 16 sampler engines, analog filters based on Dave Smith Instruments Prophet-6 synthesizer and quantize via Pro DJ Link.

April 5, 201683 Comments

DInSync Intros New ‘Wildcard’ Module & Acid-Inspired DIY Kits

At Superbooth 2016, we talked with DinSync’s Paul Barker, who’s best known for creating acid-inspired gear and the RE-303, and got a preview of his modules in action. At Superbooth, Barker introduced a new module, the Wildcard, and gave us an overview of some upcoming x0x-inspired DIY kits.

April 5, 2016April 5, 20163 Comments

Korg Intros Pa4X Oriental Performance Keyboard

Musikmesse 2016: Korg has introduced the Pa4X ORIENTAL Professional Arranger keyboard – a new synth that features Arabic, Persian, Turkish sounds and more. Here’s the official video intro:

April 4, 2016April 5, 201613 Comments

Synthtopia

Category: Electronic Music & Recording Gear