The Protosynth MIDI Offers ‘Super Epic Functionality’ For Synth Prototyping

Tymkrs (Toymakers) has introduced the Protosynth – a powerful MIDI prototyping platform that converts incoming MIDI events into electrical signals that make it easy to experiment with. Protosynth lets you quickly prototype MIDI-controlled creations, using a built-in breadboards, and then play your creation using any MIDI controller. Protosynth Midi handles the complicated aspects of MIDI… Read More The Protosynth MIDI Offers ‘Super Epic Functionality’ For Synth Prototyping

June 9, 20162 Comments

The LinnDrum’s Preset Patterns Are An 80’s Flashback

This video, via SynthMania, is a demo of the preset patterns for the LinnDrum – Roger Linn’s iconic drum machine.

June 9, 20168 Comments

Korg Intros plugKEY, A MIDI + Audio Interface For iOS Devices

Korg has introduced plugKEY, a portable MIDI + audio interface for iOS devices. The plugKEY attaches directly to your iOS device with a Lightning connector, so no adapter is needed. It’s designed to provide you with what you need to connect a keyboard to an iOS device and get MIDI in and audio out. Here’s… Read More Korg Intros plugKEY, A MIDI + Audio Interface For iOS Devices

June 9, 201646 Comments

Novation Blocs Wave Update Adds ‘Sections’

Novation has released another update to Blocs Wave, adding Sections for building more complex compositions. Here’s what they have to say about it: Blocs Wave now lets you build bigger ideas. Pads are grouped into sections, which can be used to create new ideas or try variations. Swipe left or right to change section in… Read More Novation Blocs Wave Update Adds ‘Sections’

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Native Instruments Releases Free Reaktor Blocks 1.2 Update

Native Instruments today released a free Reaktor Blocks 1.2 update, which brings major improvements for integrating hardware into Reaktor-based setups. This Blocks update adds three new utilities, and introduces a Maschine sequencer and set of eight drum modules which are designed to “recreate the sound of a legendary drum machine.”

June 8, 2016June 8, 201619 Comments

TC-11 Update Means You Don’t Need To Get Four iPads

Bit Shape has released an update to TC-11, its fully programmable multi-touch synthesizer for the iPad. The update adds multi-mode, which lets you control up to 4 simultaneous patches on screen (on 64-bit iPads). It’s also now a universal app for iPad and iPhone devices. Here’s the official video intro:

June 8, 20166 Comments

Mutable Instruments Intros Blinds, Veils Eurorack Modules

Mutable Instruments today introduced two new Eurorack module designs, Blinds & Veils. Veils is a quad VCA with adjustable response curve. Blinds is a quad VC-Polarizer (aka four quadrant multiplier or ring modulator – a VCA that flips the sign of the signal when it receives negative CVs).

June 8, 20164 Comments

An Interview With Synth Designer Mark Verbos

Superbooth 16: This video, via Sonic State, captures an interview with Mark Verbos of Verbos Electronics.

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500 Sounds For LuSH-101

Audio Mind Project has released the ‘Ultimate Expansion‘ for d16 LuSH-101, a sound library that offers 500 new sounds. The collection brings together their three sound libraries for the LuSH-101. Here are the official audio demos:

June 8, 2016June 8, 20162 Comments

Møffenzeef Mødular, Intros Genetically Mødified Øscillatør Drum Module

New Euro manufacturer Møffenzeef Mødular has introduced the Genetically Mødified Øscillatør (GMØ), an øpen søurce, lø-fi, digital drum mødule. The module also has alternate firmwares available, effectively letting it be used as three different modules. Here’s what they have to say about it: The GMØ is outfitted with cømplete bipølar CV cøntrøl øver every parameter. The user can dial in everything… Read More Møffenzeef Mødular, Intros Genetically Mødified Øscillatør Drum Module

June 8, 2016June 8, 20163 Comments