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You want all the latest news, rumours and everything else there’s to know about ASM? We're happy to oblige: On this page you’ll find everything at a glance – and it’s always up to date!
BEST NEW SYNTHS
The Best New Synths of 2026
13 Feb · It’s only February and it’s already an amazing year for synthesizers. Here are the best new synths of 2026!
REVIEW
ASM Leviasynth: They’re Back, And It’s Huge! – Review
19 Jan · When is an FM synth not an FM Synth? When it’s a Leviasynth. ASM’s second keyboard synth is a love letter to algorithms, but in their own special way.
ASM Diosynth: The Hydrasynth Follow-up Is Now Available
13 Jan · Get your hands around ASM's Diosynth, the company's take on the wind synth. It's now available to buy.
My Top 5 Expressive Synths
14 Dec 2025 · A look at some of the more expressive synths of the last 40 years that I have owned and used.
SYNTHS WITH MPE
5 of the Best Hardware Synths With MPE
12 Dec 2025 · Broaden your range of expression and explore MIDI polyphonic aftertouch with these five hardware synths with MPE.
Best Synth Deals for Cyberweek 2025: Moog, Behringer, Elektron & More – Update!
28 Nov 2025 · Thomann’s Cyberweek sale is in full swing and a bunch of new synth deals have just been added! Save on synths, drum machines, and controllers!
SYNTH LIBRARIES
Synth Libraries: 5 of the Best Places to Check Out Synthesizers
08 Nov 2025 · You don’t always have to buy. These are the five best synth libraries to check out electronic musical instruments.
BUDGET POLYSYNTHS
The 5 Best Budget Polysynths for your Home Studio & Playing Live
11 Aug 2025 · Polyphonic synthesizers are more accessible than ever these days. Let's check out some of the best budget polysynths for your home studio!
BEST BEGINNER SYNTHS
5 of the Best Synths for Beginners: Buying Your First Synth
11 Jul 2025 · Ready to buy your first synth but don’t know what to get? We're looking at some of the best synths for beginners.
DEALS OF THE WEEK
Deals of the Week: Save on Recording and Music Production Gear
21 Jun 2025 · In this Deals of the Week roundup, you'll find offers on synths and recording gear from top brands like SSL, Adam Audio, ASM, and Behringer.
CAN'T WAIT
7 Synths We Can’t Wait For
30 May 2025 · Here are the seven synths we can’t wait for - some already announced and some that we can just feel in our bones.
ASM Hydrasynth: New ASM Manager App and Firmware Update 2.2
15 May 2025 · ASM has released a firmware update and the new ASM Manager app for the Hydrasynth! The new manager offers an improved workflow for more efficient browsing.
Thomann Synth Days: Save up to 80% on Synths, Controllers & More!
08 May 2025 · Just in time for Superbooth 25, Thomann launches the Thomann Synth Days with many great deals on synths, drum machines, software, and more! Save up to 80%!
Best Wavetable Synths
Digital Designs: The Best Wavetable Synthesizers
07 Apr 2025 · Wavetable synthesis has made a huge comeback and the selection of synths is wider than ever. Here’s our list of the best wavetable synthesizers in 2025.
BAD GEAR?
5 Bad Gear Synths That Aren’t Bad At All – Featuring Florian Pilz
25 Oct 2024 · We go toe to toe with the black T-shirt himself, Florian Pilz, to decide once and for all if these five Bad Gear synths really are all that bad.
ASM Hydrasynth Explorer 888 Units: Orange Is the New Black
09 Oct 2024 · The ASM Hydrasynth Explorer 888 Units is an exclusive limited edition that sports the flashy paint job the Hydrasynth always deserved. Now ready for pre-order!
ASM Hydrasynth Deals: Huge Savings Across the Range!
25 Sep 2024 · The synthesizer that shook the electronic music-making world, has just received massive price cuts. Check out the Hydrasynth deals below.
MODERN SYNTH CLASSICS
Modern Synth Classics: 9 Incredible Synthesizers We’ll Still Be Talking About in 30 Years
20 Sep 2024 · These are the modern synth classics that we’ll wax nostalgic over in decades to come. Did your favorite make the list?
The Best Synth for You Based on Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type
17 May 2024 · Unsure what the best synth is for you? Use psychology to help you pick the perfect one.
ASM Hydrasynth 5th Anniversary Silver Editions: Silver Surfers
16 May 2024 · Grab ASM’s limited edition Hydrasynth Keyboard 5th Anniversary Silver Edition and Hydrasynth Deluxe 5th Anniversary Silver Edition fast!
The best desktop synths under $1000 for studio and live performance
02 May 2024 · Looking to make sounds out of the box? We check out some of the best desktop synths under $1000 for music creation and live performance.
VIRUS ALTERNATIVES
Access Virus Alternatives for Virtual Analogue Synthesis
25 Apr 2024 · Now that the Virus is discontinued, who do we turn to? We've got a few formidable Access Virus alternatives lined up and a free plug-in.