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Synths
OB-X8 OS Version 2.0 Update Adds New Filter, Binaural Mode, MPE
03 Jul · It’s a big one! Firmware version 2.0 adds all sorts of incredible new functionality to the Oberheim OB-X8.
SAMPLERS
5 of the Best Samplers for Music Production and Live Performance
02 Jul · We discuss the key aspects of samplers and look at some of the best samplers for both creating music and incorporating into your live setup.
Software Deals
Software Deals from D16 Group, Baby Audio, AAS, Sonible & Eventide
02 Jul · This week’s edition of Software Deals brings you awesome offers from D16 Group, Baby Audio, Applied Acoustics Systems, Sonible, and Eventide. Save up to 72%!
Polyend Tracker Mini Firmware 2.0 is a Monster Update!
01 Jul · Now in version 2, the Polyend Tracker Mini Firmware gives the handheld beat station a wide range of new creative features and enhancements.
Waldorf Kyra Discontinued: The Last Ride of the Valkyrie
29 Jun · Waldorf has stopped the production run on its Kyra and Kyra SE VA synths. With the Waldorf Kyra discontinued, the story of the Exodus Valkyrie ends for good.
Moog Store Closing: “Y’all are doing this wrong”
29 Jun · Moog Music is shuttering its in-house shop. People are definitely not happy about the Moog Store closing.
Has Tame Impala Started a Synthesizer Company? Let it Happen!
28 Jun · If Tame Impala started a synthesizer company this may excuse Kevin Parker for not releasing much music lately…
Moby’s Serge Modular: The Wild Story of the ‘Belle of the Ball’
28 Jun · The time synthesist Drew Schlesinger sold a Serge Modular Series 79 to Moby - who later let it go for $15000 on Reverb.
BEST SOUNDING SYNTHS
Best Sounding Synths: 7+ Stellar Analog, Digital and Software Synths
28 Jun · Some synthesizers just sound better. Here are the seven best sounding synths currently on the market as chosen by the Gearnews editors.
Elektron Digitakt II Drum Stereo Sampler Update 1.02 – Review
27 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!
SYNTH JOURNAL
Cats, Vocoders and a 90s Yamaha Classic Reborn: Synth Journal
27 Jun · In this week's Synth Journal we've got classic cats and synths plus a very exclusive Nonlinear Labs C15 and a quirky version of Blue Monday.
Drift DJ Industries Zero: Cool DJ Device + CV/Clock
27 Jun · Expand your hybrid DJ system with Drift DJ Industries Zero, a portable (and cute!) new device from Chicago, the home of house music.
Source Audio Artifakt – 7 Lo-Fi fun for all effects!
26 Jun · The Source Audio Artifakt Lo-Fi Elements grants instant access to a treasure trove of lo-fi textures. Perfect for guitar, bass, and keyboard!
SOUNDS AND PRESETS
Sounds and Presets: Expand Your Behringer UB-Xa
26 Jun · You've got your Behringer UB-Xa and are revelling in the low-cost analogue goodness. Here are some great banks to broaden your palette!
Baby Audio Humanoid: Create Retro Sci-Fi Vocal Effects and more!
26 Jun · With Baby Audio Humanoid, you can transform any vocalist into a futuristic android. You'll never be regarded as "only human" again!
Synth Deals
Sweet Synth Deals for K&M Stands, Moog One, and Boss Cables
26 Jun · Save up to 30 percent with these deals on K&M stands, Boss MIDI cables and even the mighty Moog One at 10 percent off - get all the details here!
GliGli Overcycler: Amazing Synth From Pro-800 Dev
26 Jun · GliGli Overcycler promises to be a 6-voice hybrid poly with digital oscillators and analog filters and VCAs. And it sounds incredible.
Beetlecrab Tempera: New Firmware 2.0 adds many new Features
25 Jun · Beetlecrab Tempera gets a big firmware update! The granular touch matrix instrument receives many new features for more creative possibilities.
Software Deals
Software Deals: Cherry Audio, Harrison, Sonarworks, UAD & more!
25 Jun · Now is a great time to save on Cherry Audio software synths! Other software deals are coming from UA, Harrison, Zynaptiq, and Sonarworks this week.
Moog One Discontinued?
24 Jun · Is the Moog One discontinued? Rumors abound that the godlike Moog poly has reached the end of its life cycle.
Intellijel Atlantix: The new best Synth Voice in Eurorack?
21 Jun · Intellijel Atlantix picks up where Atlantis left off and adds a second VCO, more modulation, and loads of new features.
SAMPLERS WITH ANALOG FILTERS
Samplers with Analog Filters: Get the Best of 2 Worlds
21 Jun · Pairing digital samples with analog filters can yield some creamy and delicious results. Here are the top samplers with analog filters.