20 Results for "digital synthesizer"

Cherry Audio Ensoniq ESQ-1 – An Impressive Vintage Hybrid Makes an Official Return

Cherry Audio resurrect a left-field vintage classic with official approval. Can the Ensoniq ESQ-1 deliver the magic of the original hardware?

Kawai K1: Classic Gear – The Budget D-50 That Was Surprisingly Popular

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?

Kodamo MASK1EX Mk.2 – Jade Vine Limited Edition

When Kodamo released the original MASK1EX, not even they were prepared for the mad rush that saw them sell out in 16 hours. The MASK1EX Mk.2 is a more powerful update and looks cute too!

KORG M1: Classic Gear

The KORG M1 is one of the best-selling synthesizers of all time. Is it still relevant in the 21st century? 

ASM Leviasynth: They’re Back, And It’s Huge! – Review

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.

Dtronics DT-DX: A TX816 In A Box Now In-Store!

After a successful Kickstarter, the DTronics DT-DX is now available in stores for everyone to buy!

Body Synths Metal Fetishist Massive Firmware 2.0 Adds 2nd Oscillator, MIDI Playability, More

Body Synths Metal Fetishist gets a powerful upgrade, gaining a second oscillator, new effects, and MIDI playability.

6 of the Best-Selling Synths of all Time

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.

Roland Juno-106: Classic Gear

Is owning a vintage Roland Juno-106 really all it's cracked up to be? We look at this classic polysynth and how you can recreate its sound.

5 of the Best Synths for Beginners: Buying Your First Synth

Ready to buy your first synth but don’t know what to get? We're looking at some of the best synths for beginners.

The History of Korg Synthesizers: Japanese Giants

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

The Synclavier ORK II Keyboard – Raiders of the Lost ORK!

After the launch of the Regen, Synclavier Digital have revealed a forthcoming keyboard version, the Synclavier ORK II, with added functionality!

Round Robin: Crazy Cycling 4-Voice Synthesizer from Simon the Magpie

YouTuber Simon the Magpie’s new synth is the Round Robin, a cute desktop digital device with cycling voices, wild arpeggiator modes and a touch strip!

The Best Synth for You Based on Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type

Unsure what the best synth is for you? Use psychology to help you pick the perfect one.

Raspberry Pi Synthesizers – How the Pi is transforming synths

The Raspberry Pi micro computer is finding its way into more and more synthesizers. Do your synths have a slice of Pi inside? Read on to find out.

Sequential Prophet X Discontinued – X no longer marks the spot

It’s a sad day as Sequential announces the end of the Prophet X: “We'll be waving goodbye to new Prophet X units.”

Korg KingKorg Neo Review: More than just a glitch in the Matrix?

The Korg KingKorg Neo sees the underrated 2013 virtual analogue synth get a cosmetic refresh to match the company’s recent roster of digital synths. Is it worth taking a second look at it?

KORG opsix mk2: More FM Synthesis Power

The KORG opsix mk2 is the latest edition of KORG's popular 6-operator digital altered FM synthesizer, designed for the studio and stage.

KORG modwave Mk.II – Increased Voices, LFOs and… red bits!

KORG now updates the modwave to Mk.II with some subtle increases in specs over the original. A necessary update or just a makeover?

The Most Underrated Synths: 5 That Deserve A Second Look

For every synthesizer that makes an immediate splash there are some that don’t make waves. Here are our picks for the most underrated synths.