Synths
XILS X-505 captures “The Analog Orchestra” of the Roland RS-505
24 Jan 2020 · The X-505 is a string machine, a synthesizer, and a bass synth in one vintage analog style software synthesizer modelled on the Roland RS-505 with some added choir for good measure
Behringer reveals a useful 3-tier Eurorack stand for their 104HP case and synths
23 Jan 2020 · Behringer is releasing a handy 3-tier bracket that will fit all their semi-modular synths at both 70 HP and 80 HP and the 104HP Eurorack case.
NAMM 2020: Behringer 2600 Part 2 – the big reveal
20 Jan 2020 · So here it is. It's slightly unexpected in form but no less interesting for it. The look and the LEDs are really quite snazzy. Behringer's 2600 clone of the ARP 2600 is ready for your attention.
NAMM 2020: Nektar launches the Impact GXP88 USB/MIDI keyboard controller
19 Jan 2020 · Nektar has unveiled the Impact GXP88 USB/MIDI keyboard controller at NAMM 2020. With 88 semi-weighted keys in a slim, lightweight package, the Impact GXP88 is aimed at performers and players.
NAMM 2020: Behringer introduces their 2600 – in parts
19 Jan 2020 · Behringer has confirmed that they are announcing their ARP 2600 clone called simply "2600". But they are doing it in a few parts. Here's Part 1 featuring AMSynths Rob Keeble who worked on the project.
NAMM 2020: ElectroSmith Daisy microcomputer audio development platform
19 Jan 2020 · Electrosmith's Daisy is a development platform for audio applications. It's like an Arduino but designed for audio use. You can run it on a breadboard or in their Euro, pedal and synth test platforms.
NAMM 2020: Krotos Concept modulation focused software synth
19 Jan 2020 · The first virtual instrument from Krotos gives us Concept which uses a powerful modulation engine to mess with sound in all sorts of directions from all sorts of sources.
NAMM 2020: Cre8audio gives the NiftyCASE Ears to take it to two tiers
18 Jan 2020 · Cre8audio has been spotted with a two-tier stand for their NiftyCASE Eurorack case. They are calling it the NiftyCASE Ears and could make it the perfect place for some Roland or Moog Modular clones.
NAMM 2020: Blipblox After Dark toy synthesizer for possessed children
18 Jan 2020 · Building on the success of the Blipblox's Fisher-Price approach to synthesizers they've stuck it through a portal of evil and Blipblox After Dark is the horrifying result.
NAMM 2020: Behringer RD-6 analog drum machine
18 Jan 2020 · As predicted Behringer has revealed their RD-6 Analog Drum Machine based on the Roland TR-606. It additional it has an extra drum sound, individual outputs and a distortion circuit.
NAMM 2020: Verbos Electronics introduces 3 new compact modules
17 Jan 2020 · Verbos Electronics brought along their new Foundation Oscillator, a Noise & Filter module and Amp & Tone looking gorgeous and unusually compact in their trademark silver, black and red.
NAMM 2020: Tracktion announce Waveform 11 and more RetroMod, Waverazer and Biotek 2
17 Jan 2020 · Tracktion Corporation has set out its plan for 2020 which includes a huge update to Waveform, more RetroMod synths, updates to Waverazer and Biotek 2. Oh, and there'll be a new free DAW.
NAMM 2020: Behringer introduces System 55 modular system Moog clones
17 Jan 2020 · Behringer has reproduced over 20 modules from the System 55, System 35 and Model 15 series Moog modular and put them into the Eurorack modular format.
NAMM 2020: Animal Factory Amplification Orobas dual-channel vacuum tube VCA
17 Jan 2020 · Out of the minds of the Animal Factory comes Orobas a dual channel vacuum tube VCA and saturator Eurorack module that has a load of stuff going on. Now with video!
NAMM 2020: Dexibell VIVO S7 Pro M stage piano
17 Jan 2020 · M is for mobility and monitors in this new lighter VIVO S7 Pro M stage piano that comes with built-in speakers and shaves 2.5kgs off the previous version making it a more portable 88-keyed machine.
NAMM 2020: Spitfire Audio Albion NEO modern cinematics
17 Jan 2020 · Spitfire Audio is launching the next chapter in the Albion series. It's called NEO and is a modern cinematic collection of small orchestra and intimate strings threaded through their synthesis engine.
NAMM 2020: Viscount Legend ’70s modular stage piano
17 Jan 2020 · Build your own classic stage piano with just the sound modules you need in the Viscount Legend '70s digital modular stage piano.
NAMM 2020: Hydrasynth 1.3 firmware update brings MPE and “Warm” mode
16 Jan 2020 · It's not been out long but the Hydrasynth from Ashun Sound Machines is already getting a healthy 1.3 firmware update which includes MPE compatibility and the musically pleasing Warm mode.
Rossum Electro-Music 35th Anniversary SP-1200 Renovation
16 Jan 2020 · It is 35 years since the introduction of the E-mu System "SP" sampling system. To celebrate Dave Rossum and Rossum Electro-Music are renovating an extremely limited number of original SP-1200s.
NAMM 2020: Erica Synths Bassline DB-01
16 Jan 2020 · Erica Synths has announced a desktop synthesizer they are calling the Bassline DB-01. It combines their analog synthesis with Acidbox aggression and an advanced sequencer. Looks fantastic!
NAMM 2020: Arturia adds a new oscillator and more to the MicroFreak
16 Jan 2020 · The MicroFreak's new Version 2 firmware brings in a Noise oscillator, a Chord Mode, Scale Quantization, nuking the Matrix and you can now copy pattern A to pattern B in the sequencer.
NAMM 2020: Haken Audio adds two new Slim Continuum Fingerboards
16 Jan 2020 · The Haken Audio Continuum Fingerboard is known for its expressiveness and extraordinary sound engine. Now there are two Slim Continuum models to take on that distinctive playing surface.