Deals of the Week
Synths
Dawesome KONTRAST Sets Wavetable Synthesis in Motion: Is it a Serum Killer?
03 Oct 2025 · Nonlinear scanning turns Dawesome KONTRAST’s wavetables into terrains to explore. Since it’s Dawesome, of course it sounds incredible.
MPC VS MASCHINE
MPC Vs Maschine: Which Is the Best for You?
03 Oct 2025 · With the release of the new Live III, the MPC Vs Maschine battle is hotter than ever. Which series is right for you, Akai or native Instruments?
Hughes & Kettner Tube Rotosphere Plugin: The Best Emulation of a Classic!
03 Oct 2025 · The Hughes & Kettner Tube Rotosphere plugin brings the legendary sound of this popular classic effect to your computer.
SYNTH JOURNAL
Cyma Forma ALT Ships, Strymon Dabble With Karplus Strong! – Synth Journal
02 Oct 2025 · The Cyma Forma ALT begins shipping to backers, Strymon bring out their string modelling game, and there's a new successor to Rample from Squarp!
Review
AKAI MPC Live III Review: Welcome to the Future
02 Oct 2025 · The AKAI MPC Live III is a true quantum leap – not only in terms of sheer power, but also in terms of workflow and expression. Read our review to find out more.
Waldorf Iridium and Quantum Synths Level Up to MIDI 2.0
02 Oct 2025 · The arrival of MIDI 2.0 makes the Waldorf Iridium and Quantum the first major hardware synths to support the new protocol.
Telepathic Instruments Orchid Official Release, Software Version Imminent
02 Oct 2025 · Kevin Parker’s Telepathic Instruments Orchid is finally getting a general sale and includes new sounds from the Tame Impala headman.
SOUNDS AND PRESETS
LCO Producer Strings, Deep Felt Piano and Augmented Choirs – Sounds and Presets
01 Oct 2025 · This week's Sounds and Presets features classical samples, including LCO Producer Strings, a felt piano from Soniccouture and a new choir package from UVI.
Behringer 2-XM: Oberheim SEM Two Voice Clone: 1.2.2 Update with Poly-Chain!
01 Oct 2025 · The new firmware update finally makes the Behringer 2-XM polyphonic, offering up to six voices for an authentic Oberheim experience. For just $342!
REVIEW
Roland TR-1000: All Hail the Rhythm Terminator – Review
01 Oct 2025 · Roland’s TR-1000 Rhythm Creator drum machine has analog circuits along with a number of improvements over its TR-8S predecessor.
Neuzeit Instruments Drop MIDI Control Center Now Available
01 Oct 2025 · The hit MIDI controller of Superbooth, the Neuzeit Instruments Drop, is finally available!
Software Deals
Reveal Sound, Zynaptiq, BEATSURFING: 3 Ultimate Software Deals!
30 Sep 2025 · The three software highlights from Reveal Sound, Zynaptiq, and BEATSURFING - synths, percussion, and effects - are currently available at low prices.
Arturia AstroLab 88 – The Ultimate Stage Keyboard?
30 Sep 2025 · The Arturia AstroLab 88 is a live performer's dream, packed with the sounds of Arturia's acclaimed software instruments. Experience the AstroLab 88 in action!
PWM OSCar Re-birth: Chris Huggett’s Groundbreaking Synth Is Coming Back
28 Sep 2025 · PWM has confirmed the OSCar Re-birth, a remake of the landmark hybrid synthesizer from 1983. And it will run Chris Huggett’s original firmware!
Modor NF-1k: Not Only Keys But Double the Polyphony
28 Sep 2025 · The Modor NF-1k adds a polyphonic aftertouch keyboard to the NF-1 synth and doubles the polyphony to 16 voices.
UDO Audio DMNO: Knock Me Down Because This Domino Is a Beauty
28 Sep 2025 · UDO Audio DMNO is an eight-voice hybrid poly with twin control panels like an Oberheim Two Voice - but this new synth is all UDO.
10000 Drum Machines: Cool and Creative Browser Drum Machines – Absolutely Free!
27 Sep 2025 · With features ranging from voice control to earthquake data, 10000 Drum Machines brings creative beat-making directly to your browser.
DEALS OF THE WEEK
Deals of the Week: Elektron, Sennheiser, and Roland
27 Sep 2025 · In this installment of Deals of the Week, we've got offers on music production gear from top brands like Elektron, Sennheiser, and Roland.
Kodamo MASK1EX: Exciting Bitmasking Synthesis Now in Affordable Desktop Package
26 Sep 2025 · Kodamo MASK1EX brings you 10 voices of the bitmasking sound engine for only €299! But it’s limited edition, so you’ll have to move fast.
HISTORY OF MOOG
The History of Moog: From Modular to Messenger
26 Sep 2025 · Moog changed everything and did it with class. Here is a brief history of Moog, the company and the man.
Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II Gets Bluetooth MIDI: CME WIDI K.O. II
26 Sep 2025 · The Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II goes wireless! The new CME WIDI K.O. II adapter lets you connect the sampler via Bluetooth to your DAW and synths.
The Chip Sound of the 1990s in 2025 – This Gear is a Perfect Match!
26 Sep 2025 · This gear brings the sound of 1990s chip sound into the present day. It's a perfect match for fans of the Amiga, SEGA, Nintendo and SoundBlaster.