Latest about Synths
The ultimate synth shoot-out 2026: Hardware classics vs. their software successors - but can you really tell which is which?
Is there really any need to fork out for a hardware synth these days? We place a trio of hardware classics up against some immaculate software doppelgängers
How to emulate the sound of Gary Numan’s synth-pop classic Cars
We lift the bonnet on a foundational piece of synth genius, and demonstrate how you can achieve its distinctive sound yourself in your DAW
What is Superbooth 2026?: Everything you need to know about the Berlin music tech show
Europe's most exciting synth showcase is upon us. When is it, what new gear is getting announced and how do you get tickets?
The history of Sequential in 10 synths, sequencers and drum machines
We chart the rise, fall and revival of one of the synth world's true titans
Seven weird synthesis types that died on the vine
These are the synthesis types that didn’t make it into the big time, from Vector to Vocal and so many unique points in-between
We speak to Moog Music President Joe Richardson who exclusively reveals what's coming up
With the Muse and Messenger signalling that Moog is still in rude health following its acquisition by InMusic, we catch up with its president to learn more about life behind the scenes at the world’s biggest synth brand
The ultimate soft synth showdown: Serum 2, Pigments, Phase Plant, Vital and Massive X: But which is best?
We put five of today's most powerful, flexible and versatile synth plugins to the test to find out who comes out on top
10 extraordinary synths that are almost certainly out of your price range
If money were no object, what new synthesizers could you buy? We draw up our wish list of current big-bucks contenders
