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Hybrid DJ: The Best Gear For Electronic Music

17 Jul · The hybrid DJ blurs the lines between DJ and live performance. These drum machines, effects and controllers can help take your rig to new heights.

Best Stage Pianos for an Authentic Vintage Sound

14 Jul · We've selected some of the best stage pianos available for recreating classic Rhodes and Wurlitzer sounds both in studio and on stage.

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!

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.

KORG Gadget Jumps to the PlayStation 5, New Modules from Pittsburgh Modular, More: Synth Journal

03 Jul · PlayStation 5 owners, you can now get your KORG Gadget on in your TV! Plus new modules and more.

KORG, Gforce, Pitch Innovations: 3 Ultimate Software Deals!

01 Jul · KORG, GForce, and Pitch Innovations are offering special prices on software that is a must-have for sound designers and synth fans. For a short time only!

The History of Korg Synthesizers: Japanese Giants

13 Jun · We take a look at the history of Korg synthesizers, the rebel company of the Japanese Big Three that did things their way.

4 Small Synths with Small Prices – Synth Deals of the Week!

07 Jun · If you're limited for space in the studio or on stage, it doesn't mean you have to compromise on quality. Check out these deals on small synths that pack a punch.

7 of the Best Synths for Indie Bands

06 Jun · Looking for a synthesizer to fill out your group’s on-stage sound? These are the best synths for indie bands.

5 of the Best USB Turntables

22 May · Stop just admiring the covers of your record collection and get to listening with these five best USB turntables.

Korg Berlin’s phase8 Is Really Happening! Finally!

07 May · Korg Berlin's first product is phase8, an eight-voice acoustic synthesizer that looks like a cross between a Volca and a thumb piano.

Native Instruments Announces NKS Support for Arturia Controllers

07 May · Native Instruments and Arturia have announced that the Arturia KeyLab MK3, KeyLab Essential MK3, and MiniLab MK3 series will soon support NKS.

5 of the Best Modern Synth Clones: Affordable Classics

02 May · These five great synth clones sit at the centre of the synthesizer Venn diagram between authenticity, reliability and affordability.

KORG NTS-3 Kaoss Pad Editor Puts Your Kaoss Kit in Your DAW

29 Apr · Momo Müller’s KORG NTS-3 Kaoss Pad Editor gives you full DAW control over all the kaoss. And it’s so cheap!

7 Huge Synthesizer Plugin Collections – Tops and Flops

26 Apr · Looking for a one-stop-shop for your synth plugins? There are some very decent collections out there, all with something to offer. We take a look and try and figure out which one is the best!

Buying Synthesizers From Japan: The Secret World of Cheap Synths

25 Apr · Japan’s domestic vintage synthesizer market is surprisingly cheap. We tell you the best tips and tricks for buying synthesizers from Japan.

Shoulder Pads and Frames – A Geometric Sounds and Presets

23 Apr · KORG takes us on a trip back in time with Shoulder Pads, whilst Void & Vista give us Frames, another innovative and inspiring library to embellish our productions.

Synth Mods: Expand the Synthesis Possibilities

18 Apr · Take your gear into the beyond with synth mods, aftermarket modifications that can transform the capabilities of your synthesizer.

Software Deals from SSL, KORG, Moog Music, and OUTPUT

15 Apr · In this week's edition of Software Deals, you'll find exciting offers on instruments and effects plugins from SSL, KORG, and Moog Music.

Digital Designs: The Best Wavetable Synthesizers

07 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 2025.

5 of the Best Hardware to Software Synth Ports

04 Apr · 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.

5 Incredible Synthesizer Museums: Where to See the Rarest Synths in the World

28 Mar · Find out where you can see - and even play! - the world’s rarest synths at these amazing synthesizer museums.