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AudioRealism Intros ReDominator Polyphonic Synth Rack Extension, Inspired By Roland Alpha Juno

AudioRealism has released ReDominator, a polyphonic synthesizer Rack Extension for Propellerhead Reason. ReDominator is an emulation of the classic Alpha Juno 1/2 (JU-1/2), a polyphonic DCO (digitally controlled oscillator) based synth from 1986. The JU-1/2 became popular in the early 90’s techno and rave scene particularly by the classic Hoover sound. But beyond those niche… Read More AudioRealism Intros ReDominator Polyphonic Synth Rack Extension, Inspired By Roland Alpha Juno

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New Atlantis Eurorack Synth Module Inspired By The Classic Roland SH-101

Intellijel Designs has introduced a new Eurorack synth module, the Atlantis, inspired by the classic Roland SH-101 synthesizer. The Atlantis is heavily inspired by the architecture and sound of the Roland SH-101, but offers several enhancements: Triangle core vcos (with far better tracking and Hard sync) instead of saw core Primary vco has linear FM… Read More New Atlantis Eurorack Synth Module Inspired By The Classic Roland SH-101

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New Software Synth Inspired By 3 Classic Roland Analog Synths

UVI has introduced UVX-10P, a new software synth inspired by three classic Roland synths, the JX-10, MKS-70 and the JX-8P. Here’s what they have to say about it: UVX-10P was designed to deliver on all of the strengths of the JX series with none of the weaknesses. We started with a pristine JX-10, MKS-70, and JX-8P… Read More New Software Synth Inspired By 3 Classic Roland Analog Synths

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Gibson Buying Cakewalk From Roland, Here Are The FAQs

Gibson Brands has announced today that it has entered into a letter of intent with Roland Corporation and Cakewalk for Gibson to acquire Cakewalk, makers of Sonar, Z3TA+ 2 and other music software. Gibson Brands CEO Henry Juszkiewicz says that, as part of Gibson, Cakewalk will “enhance their flagship professional products, pursue provocative R&D initiatives,… Read More Gibson Buying Cakewalk From Roland, Here Are The FAQs

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Roland Intros HandSonic HPD-20 Electronic Percussion Instrument

Roland has introduced the HandSonic HPD-20, the latest in its line of drum synths. Key Features: The HPD-20 offers 850 sounds, plus the ability to import your own custom sounds via USB flash memory. 13 pads provide sensitive response and flexible control options for playing onboard sounds and external MIDI instruments. The HandSonic pad interface… Read More Roland Intros HandSonic HPD-20 Electronic Percussion Instrument

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