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The 5 Most Important Synths of Welcome to the Pleasuredome

16 Nov 2025 · 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?

The SONICWARE ELZ_1 play v2 – Now With Waldorf Collaboration and 16 of Their Wavetables

23 Oct 2025 · Initially produced as a limited run of units under Dr. Yu Endo's 'Personal Projects' banner, the SONICWARE ELZ_1 play gets a useful firmware update and officially joins the SONICWARE roster in full production!

Rick Wakeman Talks Minimoog, Moog Teaches You How to Synthesize, More: Synth Journal

16 Oct 2025 · Ever heard about the time Bob Moog had to climb up on stage because Rick Wakeman’s Minimoog was picking up taxi radio chatter?

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

11 Oct 2025 · Confused about MPE, polyphonic aftertouch, and MIDI 2.0? Follow along as we explore the many ways to express yourself.

Against the Grain: Best Granular Synths & Samplers 2025

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

Waldorf PPG Wave 3.V 2.0 – Too Late or Best in Class?

04 Sep 2025 · Waldorf finally update their software version of the wavetable classic as their PPG Wave 3.V gets a 2.0 upgrade!

6 of the Best-Selling Synths of all Time

01 Aug 2025 · What makes a synth a top seller? Here are six of the best-selling synths that are still on the market after 10-plus years.

Waldorf Streichfett String Synthesizer Plugin – Now for iOS!

01 Jul 2025 · Not content with reintroducing the old string synth to a 21st-century audience, now we have the Waldorf Streichfett String Synthesizer in plug-in form and as an iOS app!

Peter Baumann: An Interview With a Berlin School Legend

16 May 2025 · We spoke with Peter Baumann to find out the gear he uses, his creative process, and how synthesizers fit in with human evolution.

Waldorf Blofeld for iPad Puts the Hardware in Your Hands

29 Apr 2025 · You can now play the Waldorf Blofeld on your iPad, making the popular wavetable synth more affordable than ever.

Waldorf Quantum MK2 Discontinued: End of an Era?

23 Apr 2025 · Waldorf has announced that the Quantum MK2 has been discontinued and that no additional units will be made. If you want a Quantum, this could be your last chance!

5 of the Best Hardware to Software Synth Ports

04 Apr 2025 · Why bother with physical keys when you can get the same synthesizer in your DAW? Go native with the best hardware to software synth ports.

German Synthesizers: The Trailblazing History of 5 German Synth Giants

21 Mar 2025 · This is the story of German synthesizers as told through the history of five groundbreaking companies.

Make Your Own Wavetables and Get Creative with Wavetable Synthesizers

21 Feb 2025 · You unleash the power of your wavetable synthesizer when you make your own wavetables. And it’s easier to do than you think.

5 of the Best Hardware Vocoders: Sing the Body Electric With These Fun Voice Synths

31 Jan 2025 · Want to transform your voice into a robot or heavenly synth choir? Look no further than these five best hardware vocoders.

Motorola Synths: These Gorgeous Classic Synthesizers Are All Powered by the Same DSP Chips

03 Jan 2025 · These are the Motorola synths - and some are still being made today.

Highlights of the Year: My Favorite Gear of 2024

26 Dec 2024 · With so much to choose from, picking my favorite synths, samplers, and software of 2024 isn't easy. Here's my list of my personal gear highlights of the year!

Waldorf Iridium Deal: Get 20% off the Iridium Desktop!

02 Oct 2024 · Thomann has slashed the price of the Waldorf Iridium Desktop by 20%! A perfect opportunity to add this powerful synth to your arsenal.

Futuristic Retro: What is a Vocoder?

30 Sep 2024 · What is a Vocoder? Whether you're a trained singer or not, a Vocoder is a tool for bringing textured vocal sounds into your productions.

Sounds and Presets: Exciting Patches and Samples for Arturia Pigments, Waldorf Microwave 1 and More

28 Aug 2024 · This week’s Sounds and Presets features a triple pack for Arturia Pigments and Analog Lab, patches for the Waldorf Microwave 1 and more.