SYNTH JOURNAL
Synths
Pivot from Fors: More FM Goodness in Software!
03 Jul · New takes on FM synthesis seem to be on the rise with Pivot being just one of the latest, and it's a ding dong delight!
BUDGET EFFECTS PEDALS
The Best Budget Effects Pedals for Electronic Music Production
02 Jul · Guitar pedals on synths? Yes friends, we're checking out some of the best budget effects pedals for your electronic music production setup.
SOUNDS AND PRESETS
James Dyson. No, Not THAT James Dyson – Sounds and Presets
02 Jul · He's a faceless, voiceless, quiet sound design genius who beavers away, crafting factory presets and third-party sound banks for pocket money. This James Dyson is doing great work.
Top Software Deals at Thomann Music Days – Huge Summer Sale!
02 Jul · Thomann Music Days Software Deals: Special offers on audio tools, plugins, and virtual instruments - for a limited time only.
Secure Great Synthesizer Deals at Thomann Music Days 2025!
02 Jul · Thomann Music Days 2025: Cult synthesizer deals! Many classic and new products are now available at special prices, but only while supplies last!
Thomann Music Days: Amazing Discounts of Up to 65% Off Instruments, Studio Gear, and More
02 Jul · Don't miss out! There are over 400 deals available during Thomann Music Days, but only until July 22, 2025, or while supplies last.
Waldorf Streichfett String Synthesizer Plugin – Now for iOS!
01 Jul · Not content with reintroducing the old string synth to a 21st-century audience, now we have the Waldorf Streichfett String Synthesizer in plug-in form and as an iOS app!
Software Deals
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!
Sequential Take 5 Desktop Module: The Sequential Sound Is Now Even More Compact
01 Jul · Sequential announces the Take 5 Desktop Module, a tabletop version of the affordable analog synth with (almost) no changes to the layout.
Oberheim TEO-5 Desktop Module: The SEM Comes Full Circle
01 Jul · Want an affordable Oberheim but don’t need the keys? The TEO-5 Desktop Module is here to make your year.
MIDI Tools
The Best MIDI Tools for your Studio and Live Rig
30 Jun · If you’re running a large MIDI setup, you can't do without them: Maximize the potential of your rig with these MIDI tools and problem solvers!
HISTORY OF ROLAND
The History of Roland Synthesizers: Japanese Giants
27 Jun · From monosynths to modulars, Junos to Jupiters, the history of Roland synthesizers takes in some of the most famous synthesizers of all time.
SYNTH JOURNAL
Original Sequential Circuits Collectibles for Sale, Pete Townsend’s DX1, More: Synth Journal
26 Jun · Get your hands on a whole clutch of original Sequential Circuits collectible documents and more in this week’s Synth Journal.
Behringer BM-15M-MURF-BOX: A Moogerfooger Filter Pedal Clone With Depth
26 Jun · The Behringer BM-15M-MURF-BOX is a faithful replica of Moog's classic MuRF with MIDI and USB capabilities. And a nice price tag!
External Synths into Ableton Live
How to Integrate External Synthesizers Into Ableton Live 12!
26 Jun · It's actually not difficult to integrate external synthesizers into Ableton Live. This allows you to use synths and effects as "plugins" in the DAW.
SOUNDS AND PRESETS
Soliste: Are Sampled Strings Dead? – Sounds and Presets
25 Jun · The dominance of sampling has seen physical models of acoustic instruments struggle to compete, but does Expressive E's Soliste signal a turning tide?
Elektron Digitakt II Drum Stereo Sampler Update 1.15 With Sample Slicer – Review
25 Jun · In our Elektron Digitakt II review, we check out what's new, what's great and what isn't great yet with the stereo sampler. And there's a new update available!
Mega Deal: Save over 25% on the Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field Until July 31!
25 Jun · Now here's a killer deal: for a limited time, you'll get a €491 instant rebate when you purchase the Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field. That's over 25% off!
Software Deals
IK Multimedia, SSL, Martinic: 3 Ultimate Software Deals!
24 Jun · Receive big discounts from IK Multimedia, SSL, and Martinic. Get cool plugins at greatly reduced prices. Offer available for a limited time only!
Roland Mood Pan (MN-10): An Electronic Handpan for Meditation and Sound Design
24 Jun · The Roland Mood Pan is a unique instrument that combines meditative sounds and intuitive operation, making it ideal for creative sound journeys.
Halogen FM from GForce Software – FM Made Easy?
24 Jun · Halogen FM is GForce's first completely original instrument, and they're boldly taking on one of the more complicated synthesis methods in a bid to make it easy for everyone!
Review
Behringer LM Drum: Is the LinnDrum Clone Really That Great? Available Again & Review!
23 Jun · Authentic 1980s sound meets modern technology: The Behringer LM Drum is more than just a LinnDrum alternative. Available again & my review!
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