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Lifeforms Micro Sequencer: 8 step sequencer with quantizing and scales
05 Dec 2017 in Synths
Pittsburgh Modular have revealed a cool little slider based 8-step sequencer. The Lifeforms Micro Sequence has scale quantization and micro tuning, clock divider, multiple gate-in modes, and more.
Reaper to get Melodyne integration with ARA support
05 Dec 2017 in Studio
Cockos have announced that Reaper will receive the long-awaited ARA (Audio Random Access) in the next version which will mean complete integration of Celemony Melodyne.
Trueno: an analogue synth in a USB dongle with a plug-in interface
04 Dec 2017 in Synths
Trueno takes what's cool about analogue synths and throws away everything except the sound. This USB dongle-sized analogue synth puts all the controls into a plug-in. Good idea?
Analogue Solutions Treadstone Synthblock synthesizer and loop sequencer
01 Dec 2017 in Synths
The other thing Jason Bourne found in that Swiss bank lockbox was a semi-modular analogue synthesizer in a bulletproof box with MIDI loop sequencer and patch points. Treadstone was his DJ name.
Make Noise upgrade their Shared System with Tempi and a new steel case
01 Dec 2017 in Synths
The Make Noise Black and Gold Shared System Plus is an exquisite collection of artistic modules wrapped up in a new 7U steel case complete with 1U CV Bus routing and utilities.
Synthesis Technology E370 Quad Morphing VCO limited edition black panel
30 Nov 2017 in Synths
The E370 was successfully funded on Kickstarter and those orders are shipping now. Pre-orders are now open on the next batch with a limited edition black front panel until the 16th December.
Modulor A1 Analog Modulation Synth: stomp box sized semi-modular
30 Nov 2017 in Synths
the Modulor A1 is a little semi-modular mono-synth housed in a bulletproof stompbox enclosure with a handful of patch points for connecting to other gear. But don't expect it until May 2018.
TB22++ Thought Box: Moog Unit portable modular system
29 Nov 2017 in Synths
The TB22++ Thought Box is a Moog-style 5U modular system complete with 15 modules including a 3 oscillators and a Q960 sequencer in a folding cabinet for a lot less than a Make Noise Shared System.
Tallin 1956 Dual Discrete Core VC Amp: it’s a posh VCA
29 Nov 2017 in Synths
From the "Working Class Electronics" of Poland's XAOC comes an exquisite dual discrete VCA with overdrive. Tallin 1956 is uncommonly good and should probably be your next VCA (we always need more).
4MS Pingable Envelope Generator arrives on Softube Modular
28 Nov 2017 in Synths
Softube Modular fights back as the virtual Eurorack wars start to heat up. Here's a fully licensed and endorsed 4MS Pingable Envelope Generator module for your consideration.
Psychedelic FX6000 V1 VSTi rompler unleashed on unsuspecting EDM crowd
28 Nov 2017 in Synths
G-Sonique present Psychedelic FX6000 V1 - it's everything you need for your Psytrance, Darkpsy, Fullon, Hitech, Psychill and Progressive EDM. Just load it up and slap away for instant psy-atisfaction.
The Covenant: Atmospheric sound generator drone synth delay machine
28 Nov 2017 in Synths
Beautifully made one-off noise and sound making boxes The Covenant by Resonance Circuits is the latest in a long line of fascinating hand-made devices for music making and sound design.
AtomoSynth Koe: A complete Eurorack synth voice from Japan
28 Nov 2017 in Synths
The Tokyo Festival of Modular throws up another gem in the AtomoSynth Koe. A two oscillator completely analogue Eurorack synth voice with vactrol based filters and lots of patch points in 42hp.
Konarie Chirp: First Reason synth you can touch – wait, what?
Konarie have invented hardware MIDI control in Propellerhead Reason by mapping their new Chirp synth to the discontinued Behringer BCR2000 and selling stickers to go on it. None of this makes sense.
Tetrapad: Multi-Dimensional Performance Touch Controller for Eurorack
24 Nov 2017 in Synths
Get your fingers into your modular with the Intellijel Tetrapad. Four strips of force, position and pressure sensitive material that can be used to send notes, chords, voltage, control, LFO and all sorts.
Touch Innovations ditch subscription model for Emulator 2
23 Nov 2017 in Studio
Emulator 2 customisable touch-screen MIDI controller software is now available at a regular pay-once price after they killed off the "unpopular" subscription model.
Erica Synths Acidbox III brings Polivoks VCF to the desktop
22 Nov 2017 in Synths
The Acidbox III pulls the Erica Synths Black Polivoks filter out of Eurorack and into a desktop form factor. This time it's in stereo, with lowpass and bandpass, LFO, envelope follower and overdrive.
Gilbert: a DIY synth prototype inspired by MC202, SH101 and SH09
22 Nov 2017 in Synths
DinSync's Paul Barker has been sharing images and video of a new prototype synthesizer called Gilbert inspired by the classic Roland MC-202, SH-101 and SH-09. It's shaping up nicely.
Varigate 4+: Malekko upgrades their 4 channel 8 step sequencer with CV
22 Nov 2017 in Synths
The Varigate 4+ brings CV to Malekko's compact sequencing party. 4 channels of gate and/or CV sequencing with added Glide, Scale, Quantizing, Pulse Width, Play/Stop and 16 save locations.
RIP Sonar! Gibson ceases development of all Cakewalk products
21 Nov 2017 in Studio
Shock news! Gibson has pulled the plug on Sonar and all other Cakewalk products. User support will continue as well as access to online assets but it's all over for Sonar users.
VCV Rack reaches version 0.5 and is ready to take over the world
21 Nov 2017 in Synths
The development of VCV Rack has been swift and currently 25 third-party developers are poised to release modules for the platform. This could become a new standard of virtual synthesis.
Synthesizer Evolution: a hand illustrated homage to the humble synth
21 Nov 2017 in Synths
Illustrated by Oli Freke this poster maps out the history of production synthesizers from 1960 to 1995. It's a stunning work that radiates the illustrator's affection for these revolutionary instruments.
