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A synthesizer, or synth, is an electronic instrument or software instrument designed to create and control a variety of sounds. The concept of the modern synthesizer was defined by Robert Moog in the mid to late 1960\’s.
There are three main types of synthesizers: analog synthesizers, digital synthesizers and software synthesizers.
Here are the most recent posts at Synthtopia about synthesizers.
This video is a hands-on guide to getting started with the Chromaplane, and is a good introduction to what it’s capable of.… Read More Getting Started With The Chromaplane Electromagnetic Synthesizer
Ashun Sound Machines has introduced ASM Manager, a software librarian designed to be a comprehensive tool for managing Hydrasynth patches, as well as updating its firmware.… Read More ASM Manager For The Hydrasynth
Developer Andrew John March has launched a Kickstarter project to fund production of the MOSS-101, a virtual analog monosynth, packed into a compact, rugged guitar pedal enclosure.… Read More New MOSS-101 Synth Fits In Your Pocket
Flame Instruments has introduced the Maeander-M wavetable synthesizer with analog filterbank and sequencer in 56HP.… Read More Flame Instruments Intros Maeander-M Wavetable Synthesizer
Morphor has introduced the Echon 6, a new 6-voice polyphonic synthesizer based on physical modeling synthesis.… Read More Morphor Intros Echon 6 Physical Modeling Synthesizer At Superbooth 2025
Groove Synthesis has announced the 3rd Wave 8M – a compact desktop synthesizer they say brings the Groove Synthesis sound to a more accessible price point, without compromising on sound quality or core features.… Read More Groove Synthesis Intros 3rd Wave 8M Desktop Synthesizer
v2.0 is a free update that offers new sonic capabilities, with two expressive new OSC Models, pattern chaining for streamlined performances, and serious workflow refinements.… Read More Roland SH-4d v2.0 Adds New Oscillators, Workflow Improvements
At Superbooth 2025, PPG is introducing the PPG 1002, a reissue of the very rare vintage original.… Read More PPG 1002 Synthesizer Reissue Debuting At Superbooth 2025
The Artemis is a 6-voice desktop polyphonic analog synthesizer, with 2 VCOs with wave shaping, PWM and FM, High and Low Pass VCFs, 4 Sinevibes effects, polyphonic sequencer and 640 presets on board.… Read More Shut Up & Play: Sounds Of The Dreadbox Artemis Synthesizer
The Balfolk Boombox is a custom hurdy gurdy that features a variety of Eurorack modules, allowing the instrument to play percussion, bass, leads and more.… Read More An Introduction To The Balfolk Boombox ‘Synthy Gurdy’
