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The Behringer BX700 Frankensynth Is Part DX7, Part CS-80 & Part Drum Machine

Behringer today shared a sneak preview of a new frankensynth, the BX700, that takes parts from classic analog and digital synths alike, adds a drum machine and remixes it all into a minisynth groovebox.… Read More The Behringer BX700 Frankensynth Is Part DX7, Part CS-80 & Part Drum Machine

July 7, 202342 Comments

HyperSynth Reveals Hcards REV.2, Offering Massive Memory Expansion For Yamaha DX Synths, Roland D-50

The upgrade offers a solid metal case with new color, better touch-pad action and visibility, easy cartridge insertion, updated firmware, and improved build quality over their predecessors.… Read More HyperSynth Reveals Hcards REV.2, Offering Massive Memory Expansion For Yamaha DX Synths, Roland D-50

September 16, 20224 Comments

Free App, MiniDexed, Puts 8 DX7s On A $35 Raspberry Pi

Here’s an in-depth look at MiniDexed, an open-source synth DIY project that lets you run 8 instances of DEXED, a free Yamaha DX7 emulator, on a Raspberry Pi.… Read More Free App, MiniDexed, Puts 8 DX7s On A $35 Raspberry Pi

April 17, 2022April 17, 202217 Comments

Korg Volca FM mk2 Doubles Polyphony, Adds Velocity Sensitivity & More

Korg today introduced the Korg Volca FM mk2, an updated version that features double the polyphony, velocity sensitivity via MIDI, new effects and more.… Read More Korg Volca FM mk2 Doubles Polyphony, Adds Velocity Sensitivity & More

April 14, 2022April 14, 202220 Comments

chipSynth OPS7 Offers Bit Accurate Emulation Of Yamaha DX7, DX1 & DX5

Plogue has introduced chipSynth OPS7 – a new software synth, based on the sound engine of the Yamaha DX7 and offering the the patch layering feature of the rare DX1 and DX5 synthesizers.… Read More chipSynth OPS7 Offers Bit Accurate Emulation Of Yamaha DX7, DX1 & DX5

September 22, 2021September 23, 202117 Comments

IK Multimedia Intros iRig Keys 2 Compact MIDI Keyboard Controller

The iRig Keys 2 Mini is optimized for mobile and laptop use, featuring 25 mini keys, compatibility with mobile and desktop devices and MIDI In/Out on 2.5mm connectors.… Read More IK Multimedia Intros iRig Keys 2 Compact MIDI Keyboard Controller

July 4, 202011 Comments

New Site Uses Artificial Intelligence To Create Yamaha DX7 Synth Patches So You Don’t Have To

A new website promises to make creating custom DX7 patch banks faster than ever.… Read More New Site Uses Artificial Intelligence To Create Yamaha DX7 Synth Patches So You Don’t Have To

June 1, 2020June 1, 202018 Comments

Custom Controller Makes Programming The Yamaha DX7 Easy

Synthesist George Barlow shared this informal demo of his DX7 Touch Controls, a custom MIDI controller that’s designed to make programming the Yamaha DX7 easy.… Read More Custom Controller Makes Programming The Yamaha DX7 Easy

September 28, 2019September 28, 20199 Comments

HyperSynth Hcards v2.0 Gives New Life To Old Synths

HyperSynth has announced Hcards v2.0 – a major update to their line of synth expansion cards.… Read More HyperSynth Hcards v2.0 Gives New Life To Old Synths

June 24, 201912 Comments

Blade Runner Blues On A Yamaha DX7

While the original is an iconic example of juicy analog goodness, all sounds on this version are created with the DX7….… Read More Blade Runner Blues On A Yamaha DX7

July 8, 2018July 9, 20181 Comment

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