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Akai Pro Drumsynth – Better Than The Rhythm Wolf?

At the core of DrumSynth is a multi-synth sound generator that features FM synthesis, analog modeling synthesis and physical modeling synthesis algorithms to power 8 individual sound engines; Kick, Snare, Clap, Hi-Hat, Tom, Percussion, Crash and Ride.… Read More Akai Pro Drumsynth – Better Than The Rhythm Wolf?

December 1, 20207 Comments

Modal Cobalt8 Review

In his latest Sonic Lab review, host Nick Batt takes a look a the new Modal Cobalt8, a new eight-voice virtual analog synthesizer that they say ‘reinvents the aesthetics of analogue sounds’.… Read More Modal Cobalt8 Review

November 25, 2020November 26, 20205 Comments

Arturia PolyBrute Review – ‘What A Synth!’

“It’s not a synth made for the cost conscious, but I also don’t feel that it is overpriced,” notes Batt. “There’s a lot to it.”… Read More Arturia PolyBrute Review – ‘What A Synth!’

September 22, 2020September 22, 202029 Comments

U.D.O Super 6 Review

In this video, synthlegends takes an in-depth look at the new U.D.O. Super 6 Binaural Synthesizer.

September 1, 2020September 1, 202019 Comments

Roland TR-8S V2.0 In-Depth Demo

In the latest loopop video, host Ziv Eliraz takes an in-depth look at the Roland TR-8S V2.0. Topics covered:

August 12, 20202 Comments

Moog One Synthesizer In-Depth Review

Synthesist and developer Tim Shoebridge shares an in-depth look at the Moog One synthesizer, along with audio demos and his thoughts on it.… Read More Moog One Synthesizer In-Depth Review

August 6, 2020August 6, 202027 Comments

Elektron Model:Cycles Hands-On Review

Edd Butterworth takes a look at the Elektron Model:Cycles groovebox.… Read More Elektron Model:Cycles Hands-On Review

July 31, 20208 Comments

ASM Hydrasynth Desktop Review

This review gives the ASM Hydrasynth Desktop a big thumbs up. Check it out and let us know what you think!… Read More ASM Hydrasynth Desktop Review

July 22, 202010 Comments

Dreadbox Typhon Synthesizer Hands-On Review

In the latest Sonic Lab review, synth guru Nick Batt takes an in-depth look at the Dreadbox Typhon synthesizer.… Read More Dreadbox Typhon Synthesizer Hands-On Review

July 15, 20208 Comments

Moog Subharmonicon Hands-On Demo

The Subharmonicon is the most esoteric of Moog’s Euro-format synths, inspired by music theory and electronic instruments from the 1930’s and 40’s.… Read More Moog Subharmonicon Hands-On Demo

May 12, 20208 Comments

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