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Korg - News and Rumours
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SOUND DESIGN SYNTHS
5 of the Best Synths for Sound Design
17 Jul · Get deep into synthesis with these five best synths for sound design, with analog, wavetable and hybrid machines all here to inspire you.
TURNTABLES FOR SAMPLING
5 of the Best Turntables for Sampling
16 Jul · Make beats with vinyl? Then you need a good record player in your life. These are the best turntables for sampling.
Awesome Synthesizer Deals at Thomann Music Days 2026 – Only Until Tomorrow!
13 Jul · Unbelievable Synthesizer Deals: Just in time for summer, the Thomann Music Days are kicking off with plenty of exciting offers for synth fans.
KORG NTS-4 Mixer Kit: A 6-Channel Mixer You Can Build Yourself – Available Now!
10 Jul · The new KORG NTS-4 is a six-channel performance mixer for synths and drum machines with built-in effects. The DIY kit is available now!
Software Deals
Korg, XLN Audio, Mastering The Mix: 3 Strong Plugin Deals for Synthesizers, Drums, and Mix Referencing
30 Jun · Korg synthesizer plugins, XLN Audio DB-30 Drum Butter, and Mastering The Mix REFERENCE 3 are heavily discounted right now. These deals are worth it!
VIRTUAL ANALOGUE
Virtual Analogue Synthesis: More Than Just a VST in a Box?
26 Jun · Virtual analogue gets a bad rap but it has plenty to offer. Let’s dive into the history of VA and try to dispel some myths along the way.
Battery-Powered Synths
Best Battery-Powered Synths: Beats for your Hand Luggage
15 Jun · Just in time for your summer vacation, we check out the best battery-powered synths, samplers, and grooveboxes for on the go!
KAWAI K1
Kawai K1: Classic Gear – The Budget D-50 That Was Surprisingly Popular
12 Jun · In the late ‘80s, D-50-style sample synthesis was too expensive for most. Enter the Kawai K1. Is this 8-bit oddity still relevant today?
Pocket Studio 2026: This Tiny Battery-Powered Gear Is a Perfect Match for Mobile Jams
12 Jun · So many options for a Perfect Match! Here's how to build a portable pocket studio for creative jams anywhere with compact battery-powered gear.
CINEMATIC SYNTHS
5 of the Most Cinematic Hardware Synths: Widescreen Synthesis
29 May · Take your music into widescreen territory with these five cinematic hardware synths. Your ears will thank you for it.
Review
Korg phase8 Review: Brilliant Synthesizer or Overpriced Sound Sculpture?
28 May · Korg phase8 review: Acoustic Synthesis, 8 electromechanical voices, polymetric sequencer. Is €969 worth it? Here's what I found in the studio.
SYNTH TRENDS
Synth Trends of Superbooth 2026: Putting the Conference in Context
15 May · Looking at the synth trends of this year’s Superbooth can tell us where the industry may be headed. Here’s what stood out.
SUPERBOOTH DEALS
Elektron Tonverk Sampler, KORG Monologue, and Polyend Mess: Superbooth Deals of the Week
09 May · Missing out on Superbooth? Feel like you’re in Berlin with these deals, like this Elektron Tonverk sampler.
Mobile Beatmaking 2026: This Gear Is a Perfect Match!
08 May · Mobile beatmaking in 2026: AKAI MPC Sample, KORG handytraxx play, and the right headphones make a perfect portable setup for producers on the go.
NEXT LEVEL SYNTHS
5 Next Level Hardware Synths: The Future Is Here Now
01 May · Looking for cutting edge analog and digital synthesizers? You’ll find five next level hardware synths here.
Best Wavetable Synths
Digital Designs: The Best Wavetable Synthesizers
20 Apr · 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 2026.
IMPORTANT SYNTHS
5 of the Most Important Synths Ever Made
17 Apr · These are the most important synths ever made, the ones that have influenced countless others and changed the way that we make music.
Deals Of The Week: Roland, KORG, and Elektron
11 Apr · In this instalment of Deals of the Week, you can find a range of music creation and performance tools from top brands like Roland, KORG, and Elektron.
Gig Bag Essentials
Guitar Gig Bag Essentials: 5 Must-Have Items for Every Player
10 Apr · Gig bag essentials are the lifeline to your on-the-move setup. This guide will ensure that you are never unprepared for any guitar-based antics.
Thomann Spring Sale: Amazing Synth Deals with Discounts up to 60%!
07 Apr · Thomann’s massive Spring Sale is here—and with it, tons of awesome synth deals! Find the best offers on synths, samplers, grooveboxes, and controllers right here.
ARP Odyssey Alternatives
ARP Odyssey Alternatives: The Best Hardware and Software Emulations
06 Apr · The legendary ARP Odyssey remains one of the most sought-after vintage synths. Can't afford an original? Check out these ARP Odyssey alternatives!
BEST GUITAR TUNERS
Best Guitar Tuners: 5 Top Picks
03 Apr · These are our best guitar tuners for 2026. Looking to tune up reliably? Be that for the stage, studio or bedroom. Here's what to look out for.
SYNTH JOURNAL