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Polyend Medusa 4.0 and FM mode takes hybrid synth out with a bang
As Polyend’s epic hit Tracker gains momentum, their gorgeous Medusa synth continues to mature – even as it reaches the end of its production life. A new FM engine, more playable options, and LFO sync make this a complete refresh – and a tastier companion to Tracker (or whatever your rig includes).
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Deep testing: new Dreadbox Typhon firmware, new powers for this monosynth
Analog synth + Sinevibes digital effects – the Dreadbox Typhon is one of the most compelling synths of the moment. So we turn to one of its bug testers to let us know how to get the most out of this week’s big new update.
Dreadbox meets Sinevibes, in compact Typhon analog synth + sequencing + fx
Those gnarly Dreadbox analog oscillators and filters keep popping up in new places. This time, it’s a collaboration with Sinevibes – and it makes for a compact, jam-friendly, portable synth for 349 EUR.
Peter Kirn - June 26, 2020
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Dreadbox Hypnosis: teaser for a dreamy synthwave effects box
Peter Kirn - December 21, 2018
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Medusa is an expressive grid, powerful sequencer, and synth
Peter Kirn - May 8, 2018
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MIDI Polyphonic Expression is now a thing, with new gear and software
Peter Kirn - May 7, 2018
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Upcoming Dreadbox Medusa combines analog synth, grid sequencer
Peter Kirn - March 19, 2018
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