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Okay, the “frog” bass stabs on MJ’s Thriller is a Casiotone MT-60
Never underestimate the power of simple synthesis tricks, least of all in the hands of vintage Casio designers. The distinctive “frog” bass croak in Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” recorded in 1982, comes from a Casiotone MT-60. And it’s a sound you can patch up yourself.
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Finale music notation software discontinued; devs embrace Dorico
It’s the end of an era in music notation software. 35 years after its introduction as Coda Music Technologies’ Finale, the landmark scoring software is at the end of its life. Developer MakeMusic is offering a steeply discounted crossgrade to Steinberg’s Dorico, and says Dorico represents “the bright future of the music notation industry.”
Peter Kirn - August 26, 2024
Music tech Software Tech
Hakai Labs lets you connect your classic NES controller to Eurorack
There’s no substitute for modular synthesis, patch cords and all. And there’s nothing quite like a classic Nintendo Entertainment System. So? Combine them.
Peter Kirn - August 12, 2024
Gaming Gear Music tech Tech
The Speak & Spell is reborn as a chaos monster and glitchy groovebox
Peter Kirn - July 29, 2024
Gear Music tech Tech
Throwback Thursday: Kerri Chandler DJing on reel-to-reel tape is a joy
Peter Kirn - June 27, 2024
Gear Music Music tech Tech
Remake Live 12 with retro refinement: updated workstation, ultra-dark themes
Peter Kirn - May 20, 2024
Music tech Software Tech
Amiga 500 as a real-time guitar effects pedal: Magical Synth Adventure
Peter Kirn - April 1, 2024
DIY + Unusual Gear Music tech Software Tech
chipsynth C64 is an emulation of the SID so good, it can replace hardware
Peter Kirn - December 6, 2023
Gaming Music tech Software Tech
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