27 Mar · This week's Synth Deals roundup features some vintage-style clones, semi-modular desktop synths, and Eurorack modules to upgrade your setup.
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24 Mar · As one of the most successful independent acts of all time, we check out the gear Depeche Mode used on some of their iconic tracks.
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11 Mar · We take a look at some of the key instruments that helped in the formation of the early sound of Manchester electronic band, New Order.
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10 Mar · These five great synth clones sit at the centre of the synthesizer Venn diagram between authenticity, reliability and affordability.
25 Feb · Gorillaz is a concept Pop band created by Damon Albarn and Jamie Howlett. We investigate some of their key gear choices over the years!
13 Feb · This Marshall speaker is just one of our best deals of the week! Find out which legendary product by Moog is currently a whopping €1140 off!
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28 Jan · In the late 1970s, Gary Numan created synth-driven sounds that would inspire many artists to come. We look at the gear he used to do it!
09 Dec 2022 · Customize your Moog semi-modular synthesizers and 6mm shaft compatible Eurorack modules with Moog’s handy Knob Kit for Knurled Pots.
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22 Oct 2022 · As one of electronic music's early exponents, Jean-Michel Jarre is an inspiration for many. We check out some of his favourite synths!
01 Oct 2022 · Still active today, Nine Inch Nails remains one of the most successful alternative acts ever. We check out what went into their early sound.
16 Sep 2022 · 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.
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27 Aug 2022 · Explore the world of Muse, one of the most gear-centric bands ever. We check out some of their gear choices from studio and stage.
23 Aug 2022 · Moog has announced that it's raising its prices due to the economic situation. Is this the end of an era of affordable synthesizers?
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14 Jun 2022 · Moog goes DIY again! The Moog Mavis is a small semi-modular desktop and Eurorack-able synth on a budget. We built it, played it and reviewed it.
21 May 2022 · Which Minimoog plugins are best to recreate the sound of this legendary analogue synth? We look at some of the top emulations available.
14 Apr 2022 · With the new Etherwave Theremin, Moog has assembled and updated the best from the Etherwave Standard and Etherwave Plus models from the past.
27 Dec 2021 · The year's most successful synthesizers, according to sales at Thomann: This year's list has some surprises in store. Was your favourite among the top 20?
19 Nov 2021 · Thomann has €6,000 worth of hardware and software synths to give away including gear from Korg, Moog, Native Instruments, SOMA Labs and more!
12 Jun 2021 · No band has shaped electronic music like Kraftwerk. Which synths and sequencers did they use and what modern gear gives you the classic sound? Find out here.
31 Oct 2020 · As cheaper clones of fantastic - and fantastically expensive - gear proliferate, where does value reside in the world of synthesizers in the 2020s? Time to tackle some thorny issues.
05 Sep 2020 · You're going to finally realise your dream and buy your dream polysynth, now you're standing in a showroom surrounded by magical music machines: How do you choose your first polyphonic synthesizer?
20 Mar 2020 · With many of us stuck indoors (thanks, coronavirus), many are looking for some new tools to keep happy and inspired. Here's a list of free and discounted music gear to put a smile on your face.
14 Mar 2020 · So, you're self-isolating and run out of things to watch on Netflix? Here are the best synthesizers to spend 14 days with to help you stay sane as you wait out the Coronavirus.
28 Feb 2020 · Behringer Poly D and Minimoog go head to head in an epic new synth shoot-out video by YouTuber Starsky Carr - how do they compare? Watch the video and vote now in our poll!