The Schmidt Analog Synthesizer – The Expensive Muscle-Car Monster Synth That You’ve Been Waiting For

One thing we’ve heard loud and clear in the comments on this year’s Musikmesse posts is that Synthtopia readers are really wanting to see new analog gear. iPad music apps can be cool and it’s good to see companies pushing the limits of what’s possible with digital keyboard workstations. But how about some incredible new… Read More The Schmidt Analog Synthesizer – The Expensive Muscle-Car Monster Synth That You’ve Been Waiting For

Roland Jupiter-80 Synthesizer – First Photos (Leaked)

Images and a “special preview” of the Roland Jupiter-80 synthesizer, scheduled to be announced at the upcoming Musikmesse 2011, have leaked out, revealing a retro-styled performance synthesizer. Click on the image above to get a larger view of the Jupiter-80. The Roland Jupiter-80 synthesizer is expected to feature a 72-note keyboard, a D-beam controller, Supernatural… Read More Roland Jupiter-80 Synthesizer – First Photos (Leaked)

Synth Tips: Analog Esoterica – Mixing Control Voltages

Experimental Synth’s Chris Stack is back with a little “analog esoterica”: Mixing Control Voltages with the Moog CP-251 Control Processor – two favorite methods of creating tempo-synced control voltages are combined and processed, then routed to the Moog Voyager’s Filter CV In for a wide range of rhythmic expression. This is the latest in Stack’s… Read More Synth Tips: Analog Esoterica – Mixing Control Voltages