Analog Synth X is a new iPad synthesizer, developed by Matt Fecher, entirely with the new AudioKit 3.0 framework. Analog Synth X is a 5-voice virtual analog polysynth, featuring dual morphable VCO oscillators. It’s a free and open source synth. You can get the source code from the AudioKit website at audiokit.io.
This video demonstrates the upcoming Corsynth C107 Quad VCA / VC Mixer.
This video shows how you can control the Korg Volca Sample via MIDI using the RetroKits RK-002 cable.
2016 NAMM Show: M-Audio has announced the MIDISport Hub 2×2 and 4×4, two MIDI interfaces with 3-port USB 3.0 powered hub. “A quality MIDI interface is a standard tool for musicians, like a screwdriver—you need one to get the basics done,” says M-Audio’s J.C. Sutherland. “But MIDISport 2×2 and 4×4 also have a 3-port powered… Read More M-Audio Intros MIDISport Hub 2×2, 4×4 MIDI Interfaces
2016 NAMM Show: Mackie has introduced the ProDX Series, an new line of compact digital mixers with complete wireless control. The line features two models, the 4-channel ProDX4 and the 8-channel ProDX8. The ProDX4 features two Wide-Z preamps, plus TRS main outs and an aux send for sending audio to a monitor or separate zone. The ProDX8… Read More Mackie Intros ProDX Wireless Digital Mixers
At the 2016 NAMM Show, M-Audio announced the introduction of the latest versions of their M-Track audio recording/monitoring interfaces. There are five models in the family. The first four models have full 24-bit studio-quality audio performance, along with a pro-grade rugged all-metal chassis, high-headroom pre-amps and class-leading audio performance on the inputs. The top model—the M-Track 1212… Read More M-Audio Intros M-Track Audio Recording/Monitoring Interfaces
Sacred Bones Records & horror filmmaker and composer John Carpenter have announced a new album, Lost Themes II. It continues the theme of his debut album – soundtracks for imaginary Carpenter films. The album will be available April 15th, 2016. It’s available for pre-order now,in digital form, via iTunes.
Sunday Synth Jam: This synth jam – Nibiru, by RetroSound – features the vintage E-mu Emulator II sampling synthesizer (1984).
This video, via Flux, offers a hands-on demo of how to mod an Arturia MiniBrute or MicroBrute.
Sunday Synth Jam: This is a music video for David Ryle’s ‘switched on’ take on Aram Khachaturian’s Adagio, from the ballet, Gayane. The Adagio is probably best known from its use in Kubrick’s 2001-A Space Odyssey, in the voyage to Jupiter sequence.
