GForce Software’s M-Tron MkII plugin tackles ‘the mother of all Mellotrons’
The last word in tape-based keyboard emulations?
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Latest synths news
4 legendary bass synths: find out how they work and get their sound
Get the lowdown and the low-end on some of history's most iconic bass synths
Bleass says that its new Omega plugin is “not just easier than other FM synths, it’s easy - period!”
This smooth operator won’t leave you scratching your head, we’re assured
New Yamaha PSR-E portable keyboards promise “pro-quality sound for the first time”
PSR-EW425 and PSR-E473 are said to be a step up from the previous generation
Could Roland’s n/zyme Model Expansion be the cutting-edge wavetable synth plugin that runs in your Fantom hardware?
A “thoroughly modern” instrument with an all-new synth engine
Casio launches text-powered vocal synthesis keyboard: “If you can type it, the CT-S1000V can sing it”
Use the Lyric Creator app to type your lyrics, then play them polyphonically from the keyboard
SampleRadar: 438 free cheap synth samples
Some might say that nothing can beat the sound of a top-quality, high-end synth, but sometimes you just need something cheap and cheerful
Roland unveils 50th anniversary website and teases a new ‘50th model’ to be launched on 18 April
It sounds like 2022 is going to be a big year for Roland…
Latest synths tuition
The ultimate guide to sequencing: step up your sequencing abilities with modulation, randomisation and more
There are as many methods of sequencing as there are reasons to use it. In this tutorial we’ll introduce a few, to help you understand not just the how, but the why
How to play synth solos like ‘Fifth Beatle’ Billy Preston
We take a closer look at the sound and style of ‘70s single Space Race
Studio hacks: 6 pro synth programming techniques
Go beyond basic sound design with these quick pro tips and time-tested techniques
What is FM synthesis? The ultimate beginner's guide
Our ultimate beginner's guide to synthesis continues with a dive into the nuts and bolts of frequency modulation
What is analogue synthesis? The ultimate beginner's guide
We're kicking off our ultimate beginner's guide to synthesis with a closer look at analogue synthesizers and how they operate
How to program a Robert Hood-style lead synth sound
Use TAL Bassline 101 to build a hypnotic groove
Novation Circuit Tracks' synth engines explained
Exploring the synth engines of Novation Circuit Tracks
Latest synths reviews
Alesis V49 MkII review
- £99
Alesis’ V49 MkII offers more performance features and control with great affordability
Cherry Audio Mercury-4 review
- £30
The bygone, underappreciated Jupiter-4 hums with life once again, thanks to this new, intricately modelled software adaptation!
Arturia SQ80 V review
- €199
Arturia has emulated the SQ80 from Ensoniq, an interesting sample-based synth from the 1980s. But does it have a place in 2021?
Yamaha PSS-A50 review
- £85
- €85
- $99
We measure up Yamaha’s teen and wallet-friendly, do-it-all mobile keyboard
M-Audio Oxygen Pro Mini review
- £100
A quality mini-key keyboard coupled with plenty of performance features should be a winning combo
Roland GO:KEYS GO-61K review
- £249
- $349
Fun portable keyboard that lets you play along with music streamed through onboard speakers
Casio PX-S1100 review
- £615
- €666
- $649
A valuable upgrade for an already fantastic piano
Alesis Prestige review
- £369
Alesis made bold claims about its affordable digital piano. Does it live up to the hype?
Nektar SE25 review
- £43+
- €49+
- $49+
Take the Nektar SE25 anywhere and do a lot more with it than you might think. A great mobile controller
Korg microKEY2 Air-25 review
- £85+
- €99+
- $120+
A great little controller, equally at home in your backpack as it is on your crowded desk. The wireless connectivity is where it shines and could change the way you make music
