Apps iOS Music tech Reviews Software Tech
Moog’s new Mariana is a monster bass soft synth with dual engines and CV
Moog’s Mariana is here on desktop (macOS, Windows) and iOS and – it’s about as much Moog sound as you can imagine in software. Here’s what’s in that architecture, some hands-on first impressions, plus details of a significant update for the Moogerfooger software effect range that goes perfectly with the synth.
Read more
1978’s synthesis-stuffed ARP Quadra gets a plug-in; here’s Nadia Struiwigh to show it to us
Few instruments have ever crammed as much tasty goodness into one bit of hardware as the rare ARP Quadra. And now Cherry Audio is doing a plug-in version – US$39 intro price.
Peter Kirn - November 24, 2021
Music tech Software Tech
Your guide to the 3 best new underground synths from NAMM – not a clone in sight
Nothing new under the sun? Think again. Independent manufacturers are still creating novel designs for music making – and last week brought a lot of news.
Peter Kirn - January 21, 2020
Gear Music tech Stories Tech
Hands On MeeBlip anode, with Robert Lippok (raster noton) [Video]
Peter Kirn - March 12, 2015
Music Music tech Stories
CDM Newswire
brings together the latest breaking news on music, technology, gear, and live visuals. Got a project, found a news tip, or want to share your product? Submit to us directly.