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Elektron launches new Syntakt drum machine and synth

The Syntakt "melts analogue and digital synthesis into one instrument of outrageous opportunity"

Elektron has launched its new 12-track Syntakt drum machine and synth. A fusion of digital and analogue synthesis split across eight analogue and four digital...

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Playtime Engineering reveals synth and groovestation for kids

The latest editions to the US-based company's Blipbox line of child-friendly production gear

Playtime Engineering has unveiled two new music makers for kids. The easy-to-use SK2 synthesizer and the myTRACKS production groovestation have been added to the US-based...

Roland adds D-50 synth to digital subscription service

The vintage synth is reborn on the RolandCloud...

Roland has added its iconic 1980’s synth, the D-50, to its digital subscription service. Access to the RolandCloud is only $19.95 ($US) per month.

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Enter the Abyss with Dreadbox's new stylish-looking synth

Dreadbox Abyss synth hits the streets in April

Greek synth manufacturer Dreadbox showed off their new Abyss synth at this years NAMM Tech Convention.

Dreadbox have been making cool-looking and sounding synths for...

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Moog teases new synth during Super Bowl halftime show

The synth later appeared on Andrew Huang’s Instagram

Moog Music has teased a new synthesizer, which is rumoured to be called the Moog Mirror by keyboard blog Synth Anatomy. It was first spotted...

THE SIGNATURE SYNTHS OF TWO FRESH

Denver’s twin electronic/hip-hop dons Two Fresh drop the love on their Killer Sounds...

“When we start to make a track we normally start with percussion. We always start with a rhythmic platform because it gives us the ultimate...

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Roland announces two new Boutique synths

The new mini models are based on the JD-800 and the JX-8P

Roland has announced two new hardware synths as part of their Boutique series – the JX-08 and the JD-08. Modelled on the JX-8P and the JD-800...

PIONEER DJ REVEALS DEBUT ANALOGUE SYNTH, THE TORAIZ AS-1

Dave Smith & Pioneer DJ team up...

Pioneer DJ have announced the release of the brand’s first analogue synth, the TORAIZ AS-1, just in time for NAMM Music Technology Conference in LA. ...

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Vangelis, Blade Runner composer and synth pioneer, dies, aged 79

The legendary Greek musician also soundtracked films such as Chariots Of Fire and Alexander

Greek composer and synth pioneer Vangelis died this week at the age of 79. A report by the Associated Press confirmed the news, though his...

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This £200 Korg synth is Catz 'n Dogz studio bargain

The Korg R3 is a mini digital synth that can be yours for under 200 bucks...

Pets Recordings founders and good-vibes experts Catz 'n Dogz are well known for their bouncy house and techno sets, productions and remixes, having graced the...

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MPC-style sampler and synth for kids released by Blipblox

The MyTracks features 16 pads, a built-in sampler, and a kid-friendly design

Playtime Engineering — the musical instrument company that designs products to introduce electronic music production to children — has returned with a new crowd-funded product...

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US synth pioneers Oberheim make a comeback after 35 years

"A new chapter is about to begin"

Pioneering US synth makers Oberheim Electronics are set to make a comeback this year after ceasing operations 35 years ago. Toasting their return over a...

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Kodamo’s ‘bit masking’ hardware synth, MASK 1, is on its way

Kodamo's has announced its ‘bit masking’ hardware synth, the MASK 1. A 10-voice polysynth built using the French company's new Bitmask™ synthesis — a method...