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Sequential OB-6 vs Oberheim OB-X8 Compared

Here’s a head-to-head comparison between the Sequential OB-6 and the Oberheim OB-X8 synthesizers, two of Tom Oberheim’s greatest synth designs ever.… Read More Sequential OB-6 vs Oberheim OB-X8 Compared

June 5, 202312 Comments

The Echo Fix EF-X3 Is ‘The Best Tape Echo You Can Buy’

The EF-X3, at its core, is a analog hardware tape delay. But it goes beyond old-school tape delays, with additional controls and effects that can be used in combination with the tape delay.… Read More The Echo Fix EF-X3 Is ‘The Best Tape Echo You Can Buy’

May 13, 2023May 13, 20233 Comments

Hands-On With The New Elektron Analog Heat +FX

Here’s a hands-on review of the new Elektron Analog Heat +FX.… Read More Hands-On With The New Elektron Analog Heat +FX

May 10, 20234 Comments

Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave Synthesizer Hands-on Review

Here’s an in-depth look at the new Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave, an advanced wavetable synth keyboard that takes the classic PPG Wave design to a new level.… Read More Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave Synthesizer Hands-on Review

May 4, 20238 Comments

A Complete Guide To The Korg Volca Modular Synthesizer

Here’s a complete guide to the Korg Volca Modular – a synth that offers a surprising amount of depth and capability in a tiny package.… Read More A Complete Guide To The Korg Volca Modular Synthesizer

April 29, 2023April 29, 20231 Comment

Akai MPC X Special Edition Review

Here’s an in-depth look at the new Akai Pro MPC X Special Edition, the most powerful MPC ever. … Read More Akai MPC X Special Edition Review

April 26, 202327 Comments

Roland System 100 Vintage Synth Demo

The System 100 has been used notably by electronic musicians for decades, ranging from Aphex Twin to Vangelis.… Read More Roland System 100 Vintage Synth Demo

April 22, 20234 Comments

Decoding Jean-Michel Jarre’s Synthesizer Masterpiece Equinoxe

If you’re looking for the technical details of Jarre’s gear, you’ll want to look elsewhere.… Read More Decoding Jean-Michel Jarre’s Synthesizer Masterpiece Equinoxe

March 24, 202323 Comments

Korg Drumlogue Hybrid Drum Machine Hands-On Review

The Drumlogue features 4 newly developed analog circuits (Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Low Tom and High Tom), plus 7 digital parts; 6 sample based and 1 synthesis based (Multi-Engine).… Read More Korg Drumlogue Hybrid Drum Machine Hands-On Review

February 27, 202312 Comments

Roland SH-4d In-Depth Review

Here’s an in-depth look at the new Roland SH-4d Synthesizer, a desktop ‘groovebox’-style synth that features 11 OSC Models, a hands-on control panel, multi-timbral sequencing, effects and more.… Read More Roland SH-4d In-Depth Review

February 23, 2023February 23, 202318 Comments

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