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ACME Synthworks XP60 Recreates Classic Oberheim Xpander As A Compact Analog Synth

ACME Synthworks’ XP60 brings the six-voice analog architecture and deep modulation system of the Oberheim Xpander to a compact desktop instrument, with updated controls and display options.… Read More ACME Synthworks XP60 Recreates Classic Oberheim Xpander As A Compact Analog Synth

October 20, 20267 Comments

Twisted Electrons FLEXFM Combines FM Synthesis, Sampling & Analog Filters

Twisted Electrons’ upcoming FLEXFM combines eight synthesis-and-sampling tracks, analog filters, generative sequencing and a joystick-based morphing system in a standalone hardware groovebox.… Read More Twisted Electrons FLEXFM Combines FM Synthesis, Sampling & Analog Filters

October 19, 2026October 21, 20267 Comments

First Jam On The New Future Retro 777 Bassline Synthesizer

Synthesist Nathan King (zafrosoundz) shared this synth jam, featuring the new Future Retro 777 – a reissue of the classic bassline synthesizer. … Read More First Jam On The New Future Retro 777 Bassline Synthesizer

October 18, 20261 Comment

Shear Electronics Relic Features Eight Independent Analog Voice Cores

Shear Electronics’ The Relic pairs eight independent discrete analog voice cores with four-part multitimbrality, extensive modulation, and a continuously variable filter architecture.… Read More Shear Electronics Relic Features Eight Independent Analog Voice Cores

October 18, 20265 Comments

Oddment ODD-1 Combines Granular Synthesis, Live Processing And Looping

Oddment’s ODD-1 hardware instrument and ODD-1v plug-in combine granular synthesis, real-time audio processing and synchronized looping around a shared microsonic engine.… Read More Oddment ODD-1 Combines Granular Synthesis, Live Processing And Looping

October 18, 20261 Comment

Elektron Responds To Explosion Of Unofficial Firmware

In his latest video, Matthew Piecora (EZBOT) shares his takeaways from an in-depth conversation with Elektron about the recent explosion of alternative firmware for their devices. … Read More Elektron Responds To Explosion Of Unofficial Firmware

October 17, 202614 Comments

Preview M-Vave FM-1 Alternate Firmware Options In Your Web Browser

An interesting new ecosystem of open solutions is emerging around the FM-1 – where you will soon be able to preview synths online, download them to cheap hardware or run them as plugins in your DAW. … Read More Preview M-Vave FM-1 Alternate Firmware Options In Your Web Browser

October 16, 2026October 17, 20263 Comments

Alternate Firmware For the Arturia Microfreak, Superfreaker, Now Available

Superfreaker promises to add Drive, Lo-Fi, a tape echo, a separate Release, Legato Glide, a metronome, transpose, Shift latch and more.… Read More Alternate Firmware For the Arturia Microfreak, Superfreaker, Now Available

October 13, 2026October 12, 20263 Comments

Free Firmware Mod Adds ‘Incredible’ Features To Elektron Model:Cycles

 Model-TG is a free, open-source firmware mod for the Elektron Model:Cycles that adds a full Sampler machine and a variety of other features.… Read More Free Firmware Mod Adds ‘Incredible’ Features To Elektron Model:Cycles

October 12, 202618 Comments

New Firmware Turns FM-1 Synthesizer Into A Pocket Omnichord

FoMni is a free chord harp firmware for the FM-1 that’s inspired by the Suzuki Omnichord.… Read More New Firmware Turns FM-1 Synthesizer Into A Pocket Omnichord

October 12, 2026Leave a comment

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