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Fairlight CMI Gets Modern, Quad-Core Brain, WiFi, USB & More

It runs updated software, derived from the original source code, and dramatically improves speed, reliability, storage and usability of the instrument. … Read More Fairlight CMI Gets Modern, Quad-Core Brain, WiFi, USB & More

June 25, 2026June 25, 20263 Comments

Restoring A Very Broken Fairlight CMI IIx Synth Workstation

The latest episode of 100 Things I Do details their epic journey to restore a ‘very broken’ Fairlight CMI IIx synth workstation. … Read More Restoring A Very Broken Fairlight CMI IIx Synth Workstation

November 7, 20253 Comments

Free Fairlight Collection For The Korg Wavestate

Fairlight CMI-30A

Synthesist Ian Dixon shared this preview of a free sound library, Fairlight Collection For The Korg Wavestate. Here’s what he has to say about it: “From classic orchestral hits to the unmistakable sounds from hits like “Running Up That Hill” and “Owner of a Lonely Heart,” this collection is a tribute to the groundbreaking Fairlight… Read More Free Fairlight Collection For The Korg Wavestate

May 27, 2024May 28, 20248 Comments

New Mini Documentary, ‘The Fairlight Story’

Fairlight CMI-30A

The Fairlight Story tells the story of the creation of the Fairlight CMI, its cultural impact and ultimate demise. … Read More New Mini Documentary, ‘The Fairlight Story’

August 26, 20224 Comments

Fairlight CMI IIx Recreated For Linux, Mac & Windows

QasarBeach is a complete recreation of the Fairlight CMI IIx that runs on Linux, macOS & Windows.… Read More Fairlight CMI IIx Recreated For Linux, Mac & Windows

June 30, 2020June 30, 202021 Comments

Secrets Of The Terminator 2 Soundtrack That The Studios Did Not Want You To See

This video explores the specific samples and techniques that composer Brad Fiedel used in creating the T2 soundtrack. … Read More Secrets Of The Terminator 2 Soundtrack That The Studios Did Not Want You To See

February 13, 2019February 13, 20197 Comments

Samplight 2X+ (Fairlight CMI IIX Emulation) Sneak Preview

Developer Aly James shared this sneak preview of Samplight 2X+ VST, which models and builds upon the Fairlight CMI IIX.… Read More Samplight 2X+ (Fairlight CMI IIX Emulation) Sneak Preview

December 15, 2018December 16, 20188 Comments

This History Of The Orchestral Hit, Or Stravinksy Does Hip-Hop

This video is a look at the Orchestra Hit – a sound that was ubiquitous in the 80’s. But it’s also a look at how technology and chance work together in strange ways to shape music….… Read More This History Of The Orchestral Hit, Or Stravinksy Does Hip-Hop

May 19, 201813 Comments

Axel Hartmann On The Art Of Synth Design

In this interview, Axel Hartmann talks about how he got into the industrial design of synthesizers, his thoughts on what makes a great synth design and the stories behind some of his best-known creations.… Read More Axel Hartmann On The Art Of Synth Design

June 19, 2017April 27, 201819 Comments

Fairlight Puts Its Audio Technology Business Up For Sale

Australian technology development company Fairlight.AU has announced that it is actively seeking a buyer for its Professional Audio technology.… Read More Fairlight Puts Its Audio Technology Business Up For Sale

July 22, 20167 Comments

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