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Synth Week 2026 We're celebrating the instrument that changed music forever
ASM Leviasynth
The revolutionary history of Chinese synths This is the complete history of China’s synthesizer industry, from Cultural Revolution to globalisation
Human League
Replicate the sonic magic of the Human League’s defining synth-pop anthem The first UK No. 1 to use a drum machine plays host to one of the most recognisable synth parts ever. We re-create its opening 5th riff in all its 80s glory

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Modal Electronics Carbon8x
“You'll come for the hands-on tweaking but stay for the sound”: Modal Electronics Carbon8X review

By Andy Jones Published

It's built like a tank and sounds the bomb

Digital Synths
Prodigy
How to replicate the sample-based sonics of a gnarly Prodigy classic

By Roland Schmidt Published

Dissecting one of the big beat heavyweights’ most iconic bangers, and learning how to recreate its sound ourselves

Artists
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Brian Clevinger explains how he recreated Absynth for a new generation

By Clovis McEvoy Published

We recently chatted with Absynth’s creator to hear about the history of this legendary instrument and why its recent rebirth is the 'best project he’s ever worked on'

Tech
Mastering The Mix Stereovault
“Could easily become one of the most beneficial elements of your mastering suite”: Mastering the Mix - Stereovault review

By Roland Schmidt Published

If you find yourself struggling to get just the right amount of width in your mix, Stereovault may be the plugin you've always needed, as we broaden our panoramic horizons.

Soft Synths
Cherry Audio ESQ-1
Cherry Audio emulates the Ensoniq ESQ-1 for its 40th birthday

By Si Truss Published

The officially licensed plugin ups the polyphony, enhances the sequencer and adds a comprehensive effects section

Soft Synths
Close up of Musician Hands Playing Synthesizer Keyboard in Neon Lighting. Artist Producing Music in Home Studio, Recording Audio with Professional Equipment. Creative Arts and Hobby Concept.
Audience member steps in for ailing keyboard player during a live orchestral showing of La La Land

By Ben Rogerson Published

“I took a little bit of a creative liberty and just decided to improvise, which I think ended up being a good choice,” says 21-year-old student Sterling Nasa

Gigs & Festivals
Vince Clarke
“I bought one in 1984 – I'm looking at it now": Vince Clarke reveals his favourite synth of all time

By Andy Jones Published

Plus, why he disagrees with former Depeche Mode bandmate Martin Gore about Eurorack

Artists
Arturia Memory V synth plugin
Arturia Memory V “resurrects the analogue majesty of the Memorymoog with breathtaking authenticity”

By Si Truss Published

Moog’s ‘80s poly gets emulated with modern enhancements including a multi-track arpeggiator and new modulators

Tech
behringer
Behringer "leak" reveals 14 unreleased products, including E-mu SP-1200, Yamaha CS-80, EMS VCS 3 and Korg Mini-Pops 7 clones

By Matt Mullen Published

Product listings for upcoming synths, samplers, drum machines, controllers and sequencers briefly appeared on Behringer's website before being taken down

Tech
Portrait taken on September 13, 1982 shows British singer and drummer Phil Collins. Phil Collins combined his career as a drummer and singer with the band Genesis and a successful solo career.
Phil Collins says that he gave away his Roland CR-78 then had to ask for it back

By Ben Rogerson Published

“It was very basic. It was really a cocktail drum machine, you know, for people that play piano in bars”

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