Category: Electronic Music & Recording Gear

MeeBlip anode Bass Synth Is Cheap, Open Source And Pretty Bad-Ass Sounding

Canadian electronics company Blipsonic and Berlin-based website Create Digital Music have introduced their latest joint venture, the MeeBlip anode – a compact bass synth, complete with an analog filter. The anode is a hybrid analogue/digital instrument, featuring digital pulse oscillators with pulse width control – based on those found in the original MeeBlip – alongside… Read More MeeBlip anode Bass Synth Is Cheap, Open Source And Pretty Bad-Ass Sounding

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Elektron Analog Keys A ‘Flagship Analog Synth’, Here Are The Official Details

Elektron has officially introduced the Analog Keys – a flagship analog synthesizer that offers analog synthesis, digital controls, and ‘unprecedented playability’. Key features include: 100% analog signal path Two analog oscillators, two sub oscillators, dual analog filters and an analog overdrive circuit per voice provide that inimitable and organic sound. Seamless integration with MIDI controller… Read More Elektron Analog Keys A ‘Flagship Analog Synth’, Here Are The Official Details

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The Melody Mill – A Fun Note Generation Module For Eurorack Modular Synths

The Critter & Guitari Melody Mill is a note generation module for Eurorack modular synthesizers. It contains a keyboard, CV outputs, CV clock input, built-in arpeggiators, a sequencer, and MIDI capabilities. With the Melody Mill you can: Use the CV output to control oscillators Connect your MIDI controller or computer into your modular setup using… Read More The Melody Mill – A Fun Note Generation Module For Eurorack Modular Synths

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Open Mic: What Gear Would You Recommend For Someone Getting Started With Electronic Music?

A reader faces a common dilemma: they wanted to get started with electronic music making, they need to spend their money wisely and they aren’t sure where to start: I’m researching building an analog startup kit for a home studio. Some years ago I was pretty involved with software-based DAW production and a little MIDI.… Read More Open Mic: What Gear Would You Recommend For Someone Getting Started With Electronic Music?

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New Euro Modular Provider Qu-Bit Electronix Intros Nebulæ Granular Oscillator

New Eurorack manufacturer Qu-Bit Electronix has introduced the Nebulae – an audio file player/granular oscillator in the Eurorack modular synthesizer format. The Nebulae uses sound files as the source material for creating loops, melodies, granular clouds, drones, pads and otherworldy textures. Ships with a flash drive containing a copyright free sample library recorded and mastered specifically… Read More New Euro Modular Provider Qu-Bit Electronix Intros Nebulæ Granular Oscillator

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