Motherly, sequencer percussion synth, is pure rhythmic happiness

Moog’s DFAM has become almost a genre of instrument — like the Minimoog architecture or original Moog modular. Look no further than this delight from Rainbow Circuit. On the surface, it looks like another model of the percussion synth (Mom!). But it sounds like nothing else, and if you’re looking for more synthesized, sequenced percussion to infuse a smile into your day, Motherly is like uncut dopamine.

Here are the best Labor Day Weekend deals right now, shipped in USA

Sure, the tariffs and shipping are a mess, but — you can still find some fantastic gear deals at the moment. That includes new gear and new modules, plus some unique used deals and special discounts. Here are a few of the best.

Peter Kirn - August 30, 2025

Instant percussion joy with DFAM-inspired Vertex for Max for Live

This has got to be one of the quickest routes to sheer drum happiness inside Ableton Live ever. Meet the pay-what-you-want/donationware Vertex by aorist (aka Tom Duncalf). It’s a bit like a Moog DFAM, but in the Live idiom, with a bunch of extras. You just need this one. Trust us.

Peter Kirn - August 13, 2025

These are the best summer deals on gear you can get right now

Peter Kirn - August 4, 2025

The all-new Moog Messenger: a tour with synth legend Erik Norlander of Moog

Peter Kirn - June 4, 2025

Paul Schreiber (Tandy, Moog MG-1, Synthesis Technology) remembered

Peter Kirn - March 24, 2025

Moog’s Animoog Galaxy now supports complete immersive Spatial Audio

Peter Kirn - March 4, 2025

Moog just posted an all-star art and tech panel; all that and an Oberheim

Peter Kirn - February 28, 2025

Synthesizers.com in VCV Rack gives you Moog-like 5U in software, for free

Peter Kirn - October 25, 2024

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