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BUDGET MONOSYNTHS

The Best Mono Synths under $500 for Leads and Basslines

20 Oct · You don’t have to spend a fortune to get your hands on a great-sounding synth! We check out the best mono synths under $500.

PUNK SYNTHS

Punk Synths: 5 Classics From Post-Punk, Cold Wave and Industrial

17 Oct · Sometimes you just want to let rip with a noisy punk synth. Here are five brash classics and their modern hardware and software equivalents.

Arturia Bus TRANSIENT: An Intuitive Shaping Tool

14 Oct · With Arturia Bus TRANSIENT, you can make adjustments to the initial attack and the body of transients to create more definition and detail.

HISTORY OF ARP

The History of ARP Instruments: American Giants

10 Oct · From the Odyssey to the 2600 to the Omni, this is the history of ARP Instruments.

SOUNDS AND PRESETS

Trident Mk.3, PolyBrute 12 and e7: Magic Numbers – Sounds and Presets

08 Oct · A tasty bag of treats for your synths this week, including sounds for the latest Cherry Audio Trident Mk.III, Arturia PolyBrute 12 and GS Music's e7.

Arturia AstroLab 88 – The Ultimate Stage Keyboard?

30 Sep · The Arturia AstroLab 88 is a live performer's dream, packed with the sounds of Arturia's acclaimed software instruments. Experience the AstroLab 88 in action!

The Story of SARARR

21 Sep · The Fairlight CMI's SARARR sample, sometimes known as ARR1, is one of the most recognised sounds of the 1980s. Here's the story of how it came to be.

HISTORY OF ENSONIQ

The History of Ensoniq: American Giants

12 Sep · From sampling to wavetables, the history of Ensoniq is an exciting chapter of American synthesizer lore.

MULTICHANNEL INTERFACES

The Best Multichannel Audio Interfaces for Home Recording

10 Sep · Need more inputs? We're looking at some of the best multichannel audio interfaces to take on recording projects in almost any genre.

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk – Their Legendary Synths, Sequencers and Sounds

08 Sep · No band has shaped electronic music like Kraftwerk. Which synths and sequencers did they use and what modern gear gives you the classic sound? Find out here.

SOUNDS AND PRESETS

Are You Prepared For Mule Piano? – Sounds and Presets

27 Aug · A gorgeous prepared piano in the form of Mule Piano, plus sounds for Pigments 6, OB-X8 and the Moog Muse!

BUDGET BEAT-MAKING

The best budget beat-making gear to help you get creative

25 Aug · Looking for more affordable ways to create beats? We take a look at some of the best budget beat-making equipment to get you started!

SYNTH STUDIOS

5 Incredible Synthesizer Studios: Get Your Hands on the World’s Rarest Synths

15 Aug · You don’t have to buy a Jupiter-8 to play a Jupiter-8. Get access to amazing synths at these mind-blowing synthesizer studios.

Software Deals

Arturia, XLN Audio, SSL x Harrison: 3 Ultimate Software Deals!

29 Jul · Receive big discounts on products from Arturia, XLN Audio, and SSL x Harrison. Powerful synths and plugin effects are now on sale. For a limited time only!

SOUNDS AND PRESETS

Sound Like Your Idols for Less! – Sounds and Presets

23 Jul · Whether you're in a tribute band or just a real die-hard fan, capturing the sound of your musical idol is something we have all tried to do. With Arturia's Software Season, you can get close for a lot less!

Arturia Software Season: Get 40% Off Virtual Instruments and Effects

17 Jul · Until August 3, you can save 40% on virtual instruments, effects plugins, and sound banks with the Arturia Software Season sale at Thomann.

Secure Great Synthesizer Deals at Thomann Music Days 2025!

14 Jul · Thomann Music Days 2025: Cult synthesizer deals! Many classic and new products are now available at special prices, but only while supplies last!

BEST BEGINNER SYNTHS

5 of the Best Synths for Beginners: Buying Your First Synth

11 Jul · Ready to buy your first synth but don’t know what to get? We're looking at some of the best synths for beginners.

SOUNDS AND PRESETS

Presets for Messenger, Pigments and More: Sounds and Presets

09 Jul · The Moog Messenger begins to receive love from the third-party preset community, plus free sounds for Arturia's Pigments 6 and PolyBrute 12, and a huge bundle for Modal's Cobalt5S.

Arturia MicroBrute UFO: Guess Who’s Back?

08 Jul · Arturia brings back its tiniest analog synth in the form of the MicroBrute UFO. Same sound with a funky alien visitation theme!

SOUNDS AND PRESETS

James Dyson. No, Not THAT James Dyson – Sounds and Presets

02 Jul · He's a faceless, voiceless, quiet sound design genius who beavers away, crafting factory presets and third-party sound banks for pocket money. This James Dyson is doing great work.