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synthtopia.comMoog Music Launches Model 112 and Model 210, Amps Designed for Electronic InstrumentsMoog Music today announced Model 112 and Model 210, two all-analog FRFR systems combine full-range amplification, integrated four-channel mixing, professional connectivity, and expandable stereo op…

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synthtopia.comLatest FM-1 Firmware Lets You Load 4 Synth Engines & Swap Them On The Flyfm1-dock is a new firmware for the M-VAVE FM-1 that lets you load the hardware synth with four synthesis engines and swap them on the fly.

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synthtopia.comIt Looks Like Behringer Wants To Copy The Success Of The M-Wave FM-1….And The MPCThe Behringer Kick will be the first music device from a major manufacturer designed with open development model in mind.

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synthtopia.comNew Plugin Recreates Classic Lexicon 224 ‘Vangelis Reverb’ SoundThe original 224 is probably best known to synthesists as the ‘Vangelis reverb’ – as heard on the Blade Runner soundtrack.

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synthtopia.comFuture Retro 777 Classic vs Modern Reissue Head-To-Head ComparisonHere’s a head-to-head comparison of a classic Future Retro 777 bassline synthesizer and the modern reissue.

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synthtopia.comOptigan Software Recreates Vintage Optical Playback SamplerDSP Bricks has released a software recreation of the 1970s Optigan, featuring its original optical-disc sound library, chord-based accompaniment, and new controls for integrating the instrument int…

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synthtopia.comAnalogue Solutions Series 700 Recreates the Roland System 700 Modular SynthAnalogue Solutions’ Series 700 recreates the architecture and appearance of Roland’s rare System 700 modular synthesizer, with six available system blocks and an added MIDI-to-CV interf…

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synthtopia.comDonner Music Intros Sample Boy At Beijing Modular 26At Beijing Modular 26, Donner Music officially introduced Sample Boy, a handheld sampling workstation.

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synthtopia.comGroove Synthesis Intros 3rd Wave Terminal Patch Editor & Librarian3rd Wave Terminal, is a new desktop application that lets owners organize their program libraries, edit every parameter in expanded detail, and build wavetables and multisamples directly from audio…

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synthtopia.comTeenage Engineering OP-1 Mod Gives It new Synth Engine, Chords, Effects & MoreA free alternate firmware for the Teenage Engineering OP-1 synthesizer gives it a new synth engine, effects and more.

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synthtopia.comBuild Custom Electronic Music Gear With The Daisy PodThe Daisy Pod is a compact, USB-powered development board for the open-source Daisy Seed audio platform.

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synthtopia.comGo Outside Music Introduces Mulch Box Passive Patch Bay & Signal MultiplierGo Outside Music’s Mulch Box is a passive patch bay and signal multiplier that combines 1/4-inch and 3.5mm connections for routing audio between synthesizers, effects pedals, modular systems,…

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synthtopia.comImaginando COLAPSO Synthesizer Generates Sounds From Atomic SpectraImaginando COLAPSO is a software synthesizer that builds evolving timbres from the measured emission spectra of 22 chemical elements, combining additive, granular, and subtractive synthesis.

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synthtopia.comOPEN-1 Promises To Be One Synth For Every FirmwareThe platform would include an open SDK and a browser emulator, so developers could build custom firmware before the hardware ships.

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synthtopia.comAtomoSynth Introduces Mochika X7 Analog Synthesizer In Desktop, Eurorack FormatsAtomoSynth’s Mochika X7 combines two oscillators, a vactrol filter, a voltage-controllable delay, and a 32-step sequencer in desktop and Eurorack configurations.

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synthtopia.comAlesis Andromeda A6 Hardware vs Software ComparisonHere’s a head-to-head comparison between the original Alesis Andromeda A6 hardware synthesizer, and the Isla Electronics ASYX software plugin.

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synthtopia.comOP-XY Update Adds A New Drum Synth, Multichannel Audio & MoreOP–XY OS 1.2.0 introduces several major additions: a new drum synthesizer called drumline, multichannel audio over USB–C, a new dynamic filter, expanded envelope controls, a detune parameter, and m…

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synthtopia.comBob Moog Foundation Auctions Unique Synthesizer Art & MemorabiliaThe Bob Moog Foundation is holding an online auction of synthesizer-inspired artwork, autographed photographs, and electronic music memorabilia to support its educational and historical preservatio…

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synthtopia.comSample Logic Announces Quadra, Morphing Multi-EffectWe are thrilled to announce the launch of our latest product: Quadra! Quadra is a morphing multi-effect that puts four complete effect chains in the four corners of a glowing XY Morph Pad and blend…

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synthtopia.comRoland TR-1000 Firmware 1.5 Adds Keyboard Mode, FM Instruments & New EffectsRoland’s TR-1000 Rhythm Creator gains per-step pitch programming, keyboard mode, 50 additional FM instruments, new effects, and expanded routing options with firmware version 1.5.

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synthtopia.comYamaha Expands CK Series Lineup With CK76 Stage KeyboardYamaha has announced the CK76 Stage Keyboard, the latest addition to the CK Series, a keyboard that delivers a combination of portability and performance for working musicians. CK76 features includ…

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synthtopia.comBob Moog Foundation Launches ‘From the Source’ Interactive Series with Dave RossumThe Bob Moog Foundation begins a new interactive series this weekend with an event featuring synthesizer pioneer Dave Rossum in a live, audience-driven conversation, moderated by Marcus Ryle. From …

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synthtopia.comNew Alesis Andromeda A6 Plugin, Isla Electronics ASYX, Now AvailableIsla Electronics ASYX is a software recreation of the Alesis Andromeda A6, featuring dual filters, extensive modulation, 16-part multitimbral operation, and support for original hardware patches.

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synthtopia.comM-VAVE Officially Opens FM-1 Firmware To Developers With New Workbench, SDKM-VAVE has released FM1 Open, an official firmware and development project that adds an eight-track sequencer, multiple synthesis engines, sample playback and tools for developers to extend the FM-…

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synthtopia.comACME Synthworks XP60 Recreates Classic Oberheim Xpander As A Compact Analog SynthACME Synthworks’ XP60 brings the six-voice analog architecture and deep modulation system of the Oberheim Xpander to a compact desktop instrument, with updated controls and display options.

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synthtopia.comRoland n/vision Synthesizer Expands Boutique Line Into Wavetable SynthesisRoland’s n/vision combines two wavetable layers with nonlinear wave shaping, extensive modulation, and up to 56 voices of polyphony in a portable Boutique synthesizer.

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synthtopia.comArturia MiniFreak 49 In-Depth Review – “Well Worth A Look”Here’s an in-depth review of the new Minifreak 49, covering its features and synthesis capabilities, performance controls, pros and cons and more.

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synthtopia.comRoland Jupiter-08 Synthesizer Features 32-Voice Polyphony, Sequencing & More In ‘Boutique’ FormatRoland’s JUPITER-08 celebrates the original JUPITER-8 with a compact Boutique instrument featuring up to 32-voice polyphony, a two-part sequencer, and updated effects.

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synthtopia.comArturia MiniFreak 49 Takes Synth Line Into More Powerful, If More Conventional, TerritoryArturia’s MiniFreak 49 retains the original’s six-voice hybrid synthesis engine while adding a full-size keyboard, new performance controls, filter FM, and expanded sample memory.

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synthtopia.comSynthesizers.com Intros Q215 Digital Reverb For MU Modular SystemsMU modular maker Synthesizers.com has introduced the Q215 Digital Reverb, a multi-mode stereo reverb for MU modular systems.

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synthtopia.comTwisted Electrons FLEXFM Combines FM Synthesis, Sampling & Analog FiltersTwisted Electrons’ upcoming FLEXFM combines eight synthesis-and-sampling tracks, analog filters, generative sequencing and a joystick-based morphing system in a standalone hardware groovebox.

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synthtopia.comMidicake UNA Combines Generative Sequencing With Hands-On MIDI ControlMidicake UNA is a hardware MIDI performance sequencer that uses the chords you play to generate coordinated chord, melody and bass parts for external synthesizers.

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synthtopia.comFirst Jam On The New Future Retro 777 Bassline SynthesizerSynthesist Nathan King (zafrosoundz) shared this synth jam, featuring the new Future Retro 777 – a reissue of the classic bassline synthesizer.

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synthtopia.comShear Electronics Relic Features Eight Independent Analog Voice CoresShear Electronics’ The Relic pairs eight independent discrete analog voice cores with four-part multitimbrality, extensive modulation, and a continuously variable filter architecture.

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synthtopia.comOddment ODD-1 Combines Granular Synthesis, Live Processing And LoopingOddment’s ODD-1 hardware instrument and ODD-1v plug-in combine granular synthesis, real-time audio processing and synchronized looping around a shared microsonic engine.

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synthtopia.comLive Improvised Ambient Music PerformanceSynthesist Martin Stürtzer shared this extended live ambient music improvisation.

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synthtopia.comJustice Scores Grand Theft Auto VIRockstar Games has announced that French electronic music duo Justice is handling the soundtrack for Grand Theft Auto VI.

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synthtopia.comElektron Responds To Explosion Of Unofficial FirmwareIn his latest video, Matthew Piecora (EZBOT) shares his takeaways from an in-depth conversation with Elektron about the recent explosion of alternative firmware for their devices.

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synthtopia.comSequential Skip Take 5 Gets Unofficial Patch EditorThe Sequential Take 5 editor offers DAW automation, 16-slot modulation matrix, 64-step polyphonic sequencer, patch library with single-file or full-bank patch import/export, on-screen keyboard, and…

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synthtopia.comPreview M-Vave FM-1 Alternate Firmware Options In Your Web BrowserAn interesting new ecosystem of open solutions is emerging around the FM-1 – where you will soon be able to preview synths online, download them to cheap hardware or run them as plugins in yo…

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synthtopia.comPreview Asys, The Upcoming Alesis Andromeda A6 Software SynthesizerHere is an extended preview of the upcoming Alesis Andromeda A6 plugin Asyx, from Isla Electronics.

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synthtopia.comARP 2500 Modular Synthesizer Deep DiveIn this video, Anthony Marinelli & Rob Rosen take a deep dive into the ARP 2500 Electronic Music Synthesizer, one of the seminal modular synthesizers of the 1970s.

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synthtopia.comUnofficial Firmware Mod Adds Arpeggiator, Polyphonic Sequencer To Sequential Prophet Rev4The project is designed to expand the Rev4’s performance capabilities without requiring hardware modifications.

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synthtopia.comAlternate Firmware For the Arturia Microfreak, Superfreaker, Now AvailableSuperfreaker promises to add Drive, Lo-Fi, a tape echo, a separate Release, Legato Glide, a metronome, transpose, Shift latch and more.

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synthtopia.comM-Vave SMK-37 Keyboard Getting FM-1 Firmware OptionsThis video, via genkiginko, demonstrates how the alternate firmware for the M-Vave FM-1 is starting to be ported to the SMK-37, M-Vave’s 37-key MIDI controller and synthesizer. The M-Vave SMK…

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synthtopia.comFree Firmware Mod Adds ‘Incredible’ Features To Elektron Model:Cycles Model-TG is a free, open-source firmware mod for the Elektron Model:Cycles that adds a full Sampler machine and a variety of other features.

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synthtopia.comUsing AI To Make Patches For The Yamaha CS-80 SynthesizerHere’s a look at using AI to make patches for the Yamaha CS-80 synthesizer.

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synthtopia.comFree Minimoog Model D Software Synth For Linux, Mac & WindowsIdle Foundry has released CA-72, a free software synthesizer modeled on the published circuit of the Minimoog Model D.

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synthtopia.comNew Firmware Turns FM-1 Synthesizer Into A Pocket OmnichordFoMni is a free chord harp firmware for the FM-1 that’s inspired by the Suzuki Omnichord.

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synthtopia.comOlydian Musical Instruments Intros VC-01 Voicecrafter Vocal SynthesizerOlydian Musical Instruments has introduced Voicecrafter, a vocal musical synthesizer based on the unholy union between computers and the human voice.