38 Results for "FM synth"

The History of Yamaha Synthesizers: From GX to MODX

Let’s look back at some of the Japanese synths that have changed the face of music. First up, we look into the history of Yamaha.

Roland SH-4d Update v2.0 Adds Two New Oscillator Models, Pattern Chain, Effects

This surprise update for the Roland SH-4d drops Harmonic and Step Oscillator Models plus pattern chaining, system-level effects and more.

Elektron Update: Digitone II Gets Overbridge

Digitone II gets the Overbridge treatment. The Elektron update includes improvements to Digitone II and Digitakt II as well.

KORG opsix SE and wavestate SE Price Drops: Save up to 46%!

The KORG opsix SE and wavestate SE synthesizers just got a lot more affordable! The 61-key versions of both synths are now available for up to 46% below MSRP.

Artium Instruments The Doppler: Quirky FM Synth for your Desktop

Artium Instruments The Doppler is a tiny polyphonic FM synth for your desktop that looks like loads of fun. The Kickstarter campaign is off to a good start.

Classic FM Synthesis: Yamaha DX7 Alternatives

Want to build classic FM sounds from the 1980s and beyond? Here are some of the best Yamaha DX7 Alternatives to take you to FM heaven.

Six Sines, RRV-10, State Machine Playtime: Free Plugins of the Week

Six Sines is an awesome open-source FM synth by Surge XT developer BaconPaul. Check it out in our round-up of the best free plugins here!

Twisted Electrons TWISTfm: Now Ready to Order

Twisted Electrons TWISTfm is an 8-voice polyphonic synth based on Sound Blaster FM Chips. Now available to order!

Synth Space Berlin, Light Sequencing, Experimental FM: Synth Journal

Join Matt Johnson and Dom Sigalas on a tour of Yamaha’s Synth Space Berlin. Also: light-based Sequencing, experimental FM, and music on Radio Shack computers.

The Best FM Synths for your Music Production Setup

Looking for a way to get into FM synthesis? We've selected some of the best FM synths with both sound design and song-creation tools.

Elektron Digitone II: New Machines, More Tracks, More Polyphony

The Elektron Digitone II is here! The new generation offers twice the tracks, twice the polyphony, and a greatly expanded synthesis engine and sequencer.

Jomox Mod FM D: 8-Voice FM Synth for your Desktop

The new Jomox Mod FM D is the stand-alone desktop version of the 8-voice FM synthesizer previously only available in Eurorack format.

First LOVE FM Synthesizer – FM Synthesis Made Fun?

Icelandic synth manufacturer, Love Synthesizers, announce their debut synth and aims to make FM synthesis both easy & fun. Challenge accepted!

Classic Gear: Korg M1 – The final nail in the analogue coffin?

Korg’s sample-based workstation the M1 is one of the best-selling synthesizers of all time - but is it still relevant in the 21st century?

Dirtywave M8 Tracker Model:02: USB-C support and longer battery life.

The Dirtywave M8 Tracker Model:02 is the latest version of the handheld beat creation station from Dirtywave, now available for preorder.

Synth Deals from Elektron, Behringer, Polyend, and Pittsburgh Modular

In this week's edition of Synth Deals, we've selected a range of creative music-making tools, including grooveboxes, synth modules, and FX.

Korg modwave, opsix and wavestate modules: Our prayers are answered!

At last, Korg has heard our cries and announced the Korg modwave, opsix, and wavestate modules, with added features like MPE and MIDI 2.0.

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.

Best Free Plugins of 2023: Freeware Picks of the Year

What better way to enjoy the holidays than with the best free plugins of 2023? Check out our freeware favorites and grab a present or two!

Synth Deals from Waldorf, Roland, IK Multimedia, and Jomox

This week's edition of Synth Deals boasts an impressive range of desktop modules, grooveboxes, and eurorack synths to expand your arsenal.

Synth Deals from KORG, 1010music, Sequential and Behringer

This week, we've got a selection of Synth Deals ranging from affordable analogue modules to classically-styled synths for your studio.

Synth Deals from Elektron, Sequential, Arturia, and Leaf Audio

In this week's batch of Synth Deals you'll find a selection of synth modules and sound design tools for production and live performance.

The Wizard Of IDM: How To Sound Like Aphex Twin

We find out about some of the instruments that shaped the early sound of Aphex Twin, one of the most respected names in electronic music.

40 Years of the Yamaha DX7 – Ring Those FM Bells!

The Yamaha DX7 went on sale for the first time on May 29th, 1983. To mark this significant anniversary, we take a look at how it came to be.