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VOCAL EFFECTS

The Best Vocal Effects Pedals for Studio and Stage

17 Dec · Tired of dealing with dry vocals and relying on the venue engineer? We take a look at the best vocal effects pedals for studio and stage.

Top 10 Synths

Top 10 Best-Selling Synths of 2025

16 Dec · Which were the best-selling synths of this year? We got an exclusive look at Thomann's sales figures in 2025. Get ready for some surprises!

Best Samplers & Grooveboxes

Best Samplers, Grooveboxes and Drum Machines of 2025: Our Top 5

15 Dec · With several spectacular new releases, 2025 was a great year for groove machines! We check out the best samplers and drum machines of the year.

Famous Presets

Famous Synth Presets: Sounds that Made History

01 Dec · Some synth presets shaped the sound of entire decades. We check out some of the most famous synth presets in music history.

Techno Synths

The Best Synths for Techno Productions in 2025: Powerful, Flexible and Creative

29 Nov · When technology meets emotion: these synths for techno productions shape the modern underground sound.

Deals of the Week

The Secret Highlights of Thomann Cyberweek 2025: Three Amazing Deals of the Week!

22 Nov · Check out these three secret highlights of Thomann Cyberweek 2025: a signature guitar from Epiphone, Roland V-Drums and something from Behringer!

Acid Sound: This Gear is a Perfect Match

Acid Sound 2025: This Gear is a Perfect Match

21 Nov · Acid never dies! We'll show you three ingredients that will give your studio a timeless acid sound. Guaranteed!

The Synths of Welcome to the Pleasuredome

The 5 Most Important Synths of Welcome to the Pleasuredome

16 Nov · Welcome to the Pleasuredome was the audacious debut album by Frankie Goes to Hollywood. But what was used to make this epic slice of 80s pop?

Michigan Synth Works MSW-820: Classic Roland Analog Synthesis With a 16-Mode Filter?!

10 Nov · Michigan Synth Works’ upcoming MSW-820 will combine two Roland-style oscillators with the Caveman Totem 16-mode filter.

SYNTH LIBRARIES

Synth Libraries: 5 of the Best Places to Check Out Synthesizers

08 Nov · You don’t always have to buy. These are the five best synth libraries to check out electronic musical instruments.

DJ CONTROLLER HACKS

DJ Controller Hacks: 5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your DJ Gear

06 Nov · Turn your controller into a turntable or MIDI controller, DJ with MIDI controllers you already have and more with these fun DJ controller hacks.

Best Acoustic Guitar Amp

The 7 Best Acoustic Guitar Amps for Every Budget: For Buskers, Backyards & Big Stages

03 Nov · The best acoustic guitar amps will make you sound great, whether it's while busking, at home, or on stage. Let's check out our picks!

Synthwave: Gear for Futuristic Retro Sounds - Perfect Match

Synthwave: Gear for Futuristic Retro Sounds in 2025 – Perfect Match

31 Oct · Producing Synthwave: This gear is perfect for creating futuristic sounds with a retro vibe. Plus, it offers a few cool alternatives.

UNDERRATED

5 of the Most Underrated Drum Machines

24 Oct · Here are five underrated drum machines that should be on your radar.

SYNTH JOURNAL

Dave Ball Passes, plus Move Over, TONTO, GIORGIO III is Here! – Synth Journal

23 Oct · Synth Journal, where we round up the tidbits of synth news that may have missed your attention, but we know you'll love. We've got the mighty GIORGIO III, but first, some sad news...

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.

Roland V-Drums 3 and 5 Series – Better Kits, Clearer Message

16 Oct · Roland introduce the V-Drums 3 and 5 Series kits based around new modules derived from the stunning V71, and in doing so, simplify their offering.

EXPRESSION

MPE, Polyphonic Aftertouch & MIDI 2.0: Are You Using the Correct Expression?

11 Oct · Confused about MPE, polyphonic aftertouch, and MIDI 2.0? Follow along as we explore the many ways to express yourself.

Granular Synths

Against the Grain: Best Granular Synths & Samplers 2025

06 Oct · Granular synths and samplers are among the most powerful tools for creative sound design. We check out the best granular synths of 2025.

REVIEW

Roland TR-1000: All Hail the Rhythm Terminator – Review

01 Oct · Roland’s TR-1000 Rhythm Creator drum machine has analog circuits along with a number of improvements over its TR-8S predecessor.

DEALS OF THE WEEK

Deals of the Week: Elektron, Sennheiser, and Roland

27 Sep · In this installment of Deals of the Week, we've got offers on music production gear from top brands like Elektron, Sennheiser, and Roland.

Roland Is Teasing: Tomorrow Returns – But What Is It?

25 Sep · If you’ve visited Roland’s website today, you may have stumbled across a mysterious teaser titled “Tomorrow Returns". Is something big in the works?