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Elektron’s Model:Cycles, revealed – so it’s Model:Samples, but FM
Elektron’s Model:Cycles is revealed, and – it’s exactly the structure, form factor, and UI of the Model:Samples, but with FM synthesis.
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KORG has a sneak peak of a new DX7-like FM synth – the opsix
Imagine a DX7, but with more parameter controls via extra faders – and it’s a KORG. That’s the best we can tell about the new opsix.
Peter Kirn - January 17, 2020
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The Sega Genesis gets a bit-accurate, FM synth remake: chipsynth MD
The Sega Genesis, aka Mega Drive, was more than just a beloved game console. It was also a powerful FM synth – seriously. And now you get an accurate, powerful version as a plug-in, in chipsynth MD from Plogue. If you’re a Sega fan, you know the sound of this instrument from the sunny, sparkling, […]
Peter Kirn - September 4, 2019
Music tech Software Tech
Elektron turns Digitone into a polysynth keyboard
Peter Kirn - May 8, 2019
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KORG volca fm gets its own custom editor, plug-in
Peter Kirn - May 1, 2019
Music tech Software Tech
nanoloop reborn as standalone, Game Boy-inspired groovebox
Peter Kirn - March 12, 2019
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Brunswick is a grimy patchable synth kit with BEEF, for under £99
Peter Kirn - October 24, 2018
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A life cycle for open modules, as Mutable Instruments joins VCV Rack
Peter Kirn - May 30, 2018
Modular-Analog Music tech Software Tech
A new, powerful synth finds its soul in a cheap plastic FM past
Peter Kirn - May 29, 2018
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