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Cre8audio Function Junction Review

The Function Junction features an ADSR, Function Generator, LFO and Mixer/Attenuverter which can be used individually or combined in many useful ways.… Read More Cre8audio Function Junction Review

April 28, 2022Leave a comment

Korg Volca FM2 Hands-On Demo & What’s New

Here’s an in-depth look at the new Volca FM mk2, with a head-to-head comparison to the original Volca FM. … Read More Korg Volca FM2 Hands-On Demo & What’s New

April 14, 20223 Comments

Roland JX-08 In-Depth Review – “Oooh, Isn’t That Lovely!”

The Roland JX-08 is a Boutique format synth based on the Roland JX-8P, one of the last analog synthesizers produced by the company in the 1980s.  The… Read More Roland JX-08 In-Depth Review – “Oooh, Isn’t That Lovely!”

February 8, 202213 Comments

1010Music Fireball & Lemondrop Nanobox Synth Review

Gaz Williams takes a look at the fireball, an eight-voice wavetable synthesizer. And Nick Batt takes a look at the lemondrop, a four-voice granular synth.… Read More 1010Music Fireball & Lemondrop Nanobox Synth Review

January 28, 2022January 28, 202228 Comments

Torso T-1 Sequencer In-Depth Review

Here’s an in-depth look at the Torso T-1 Algorithmic MIDI sequencer, a 16-track step sequencer that features Euclidean Rhythms, algorithmic sequencing, note repeat, arpeggiators, voice-leading harmony, randomization, MIDI effects, performance features, Ableton Link and more.… Read More Torso T-1 Sequencer In-Depth Review

January 9, 2022January 9, 20221 Comment

Dreadbox Nymphes vs Roland Juno-106, Mano a Mano

THe comparison reveals a lot of interesting things, including how different implementations of a synth architecture can impact the resulting sound, some of the pros and cons of vintage technology, and how the sound of the Nymphes stands up to a classic.… Read More Dreadbox Nymphes vs Roland Juno-106, Mano a Mano

December 29, 2021December 29, 202112 Comments

Dreadbox Nymphes Review – “It’s A Wee Synthesizer…That Sounds Superb”

“Here’s my take on the Dreadbox Nymphes. What its features are, its strengths, whether or not that menu system actually is a problem or not…”… Read More Dreadbox Nymphes Review – “It’s A Wee Synthesizer…That Sounds Superb”

December 26, 202114 Comments

Waldorf M Hands-On Review

Here’s an in-depth look at the new Waldorf M, a modern successor to their classic Microwave 1, 2 and XT synths.… Read More Waldorf M Hands-On Review

December 22, 202133 Comments

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