Robin Vincent, Author at gearnews.com

Korg Volca Keys software editor and controller

20 May 2018 in Synths

A new editor from software developer Momo Muller presents all the parameters from the Korg Volca Keys as a VST plug-in with precise automation and XY pad control for under €6. Also runs stand-alone.

Steinberg ends support for the VST 2 SDK – don’t panic, your plug-ins are safe

18 May 2018 in Studio

Steinberg is calling it a day on the VST 2 Software Development Kit almost 20 years after it first arrived. The 10-year-old VST 3 SDK is the way of the future. What does this mean for you and your plug-ins?

Hard Mod Electronics release the hand-built Modular Synth Spring Reverb

17 May 2018 in Synths

From Mexico City comes the awkwardly named Modular Synth Spring Reverb a beautifully hand-crafted modular synthesizer with a naked spring reverb and two independent oscillators built into a flight case.

R606 MKII: Fancy a Roland TR-606 in a 4HP module?

15 May 2018 in Synths

Now with 6 classic virtually modelled analog Roland TR-606 style drum sounds the R606 MKII packs some classic vibes into a space saving 4hp Eurorack module.

Moog Grandmother update: videos explore the sound and construction

14 May 2018 in Synths

An official-looking video takes us inside the Moog build process and explains the components in the Grandmother while another from gives us Justin Meldal-Johnsen's first impressions and some great sound demos.

Moog Grandmother analogue semi-modular synthesizer leaked ahead of Moogfest

12 May 2018 in Synths

Moog are releasing a colourful modular monosynth that assumes your Grandmother is a tripped out hippy chick from the 70's who was at Woodstock. It's $899 at Moogfest but you do get a free denim jacket.

Qu-Bit Nebulae 2 granular sampler and DSP platform is ready to go

11 May 2018 in Synths

The Qu-Bit Nebulae 2 can sample up to 5 minutes of audio, pitch it, twist it, granulise, mangle it and slice it back out in stereo. It will also take alternative firmwares to become many other things too.

Superbooth 2018: MFB announce Tanzbar 2 hybrid drum machine

11 May 2018 in Synths

Upping the ante on the Tanzbar 2 by adding 8 channels of sampling next to the analogue drum tracks, a bass synth, analogue filters, LFOs for every channel, multiple outputs and up to 64 steps of sequencing.

Make Noise anniversary limited edition reissue of the Quad Multi-Mode Gate

10 May 2018 in Synths

As part of Make Noise's 10-year anniversary they are building a very limited number of the vactrol based Quad Multi-Mode Gate. It can be a VCA, VCF or LPG but you can only but one in person at the party.

Superbooth 2018: Abstract Data’s first oscillator the ADE-40 Shaping VCO

09 May 2018 in Synths

Abstract Data were showing off their ADE-40 Shaping VCO with inbuilt voltage controlled waveshaping and a couple of other forthcoming modules including a new feedback looped filter and an updated Logic Boss.

Superbooth 2018: Instruó introduce us to a load of new modules

09 May 2018 in Synths

Boutique module makers Instruó reveal two new analogue oscillators and complex cross modulating one, an ARP 2500 based filter and a CV generating mixer. Most are now available to buy on their updated website.

Love Hultén Noistation hand crafted space synthesizer

08 May 2018 in Synths

With the Axoloti core and Patcher software, Noistation can use many forms of synthesis and generate all sorts of sounds while being a fabulous looking piece of future-retro space furniture.

Superbooth 2018: Dreadbox announce Erebus 3 desktop synthesizer

07 May 2018 in Synths

The Erebus was dead, then it was DIY and now there's a brand new version - long live Erebus 3! Sporting an extra 7 waveform oscillator for sound, FM and LFO plus 35 patch points the Erebus really comes of age.

Superbooth 2018: Analogue Solutions reveal a prototype desktop sequencer

07 May 2018 in Synths

It doesn't have a name yet, or a printed faceplate but it has a lot of knobs with LED centres and 16 steps of CV and gate sequencing with many performance related controls and possibilities.

Superbooth 2018: Noise Engineering reveal Reason Rack Extensions of 3 modules

05 May 2018 in Studio, Synths

While we're all focused on hardware Noise Engineering sneak in a reveal of Rack Extensions of Basimilus Iteritas, Loquelic Iteritas Percido and Manis Iteritas they've made for Reason. VST versions to follow.

Superbooth 2018: MS-101 revealed! Behringer own up to their SH-101 clone

05 May 2018 in Synths

The Behringer onslaught continues with their long-awaited take on the classic Roland SH-101. The MS-101 replicates but also enhances with a triangle wave, FM, improved sequencer and the modulation grip as ...

Superbooth 2018: ALM reveals sampler, DCO, and envelope/LFO/step sequencer

04 May 2018 in Synths

ALM Busycircuits shows the prototypes of a number of modules including a sampler, a digital wavetable oscillator, a headphone amp and the Quaid Megaslope 5-stage envelope, LFO and step sequencer.

Superbooth 2018: Casper Electronics and Bastl Dark Matter Feedback module

04 May 2018 in Synths

Dark Matter takes a channel of an analogue audio mixer and pushes it past breaking point with a crossfadable feedback loop, envelope following and a riotously intense and unruly sound.

Superbooth 2018: Frap Tools Falistri Movement Manager will light up your patch

04 May 2018 in Synths

Falistri is a function generator and editor that combines customisable, looping envelopes with morphing shapes, logic, ring modulation, slew and flip/flops. Falistri is the new Maths with knobs on.

Superbooth 2018: Retrokits RK-005 multiple USB MIDI merge box

04 May 2018 in Studio

Introduce multiple USB MIDI controllers to proper MIDI hardware or iOS devices with this cool little USB MIDI Host/Client merging interface. It can convert MIDI data and send Gate outs for clock.

Superbooth 2018: Din Sync bring us Gilbert, a blue Roland-inspired monosynth

04 May 2018 in Synths

The strangely named Gilbert is a homage to the best era of Roland synths. Featuring technology from the SH-101, SH-09 and MC-202. It will be available in two weeks as a kit so you can build yourself a classic.

Superbooth 2018: Erica Synths Techno Drum System with 15 different modules

04 May 2018 in Synths

Erica Synths brings a load of new modules to Superbooth wrapped up as a Techno Drum System that will melt your face as you get lost in a field of the darkest knobs.

Superbooth 2018: Elektrofon Klang generates fabulous-looking chords

04 May 2018 in Synths

A beautiful looking Klang chord generator from Norwegian company Elektrofun. 4 knobs to dial in the chord on the clock-like display and store up to 99 for CV controllable chord progressions. Fabulous!

Superbooth 2018: Kickall, Muxlicer and Burst modules from Befaco

04 May 2018 in Synths

Befaco brought three new modules to the show - Kickall kick drum, Muxlicer expandable sequencer and sequential switch and Burst for throwing out a bunch of probability influenced triggers.