Generative analog: Cyma Forma’s Alt soundscape synth takes shape

In a single, fader-covered box with a capacious patchbay, Alt brings together creative, generative sound worlds beneath a unified interface. FM, dual filters, random slew, scales, light sensors, a mic: it’s not every day you see a device so obsessed with exploration. And now it’s in preorder mode, shipping in December, making me wish for a residency somewhere in a cozy arctic cabin or something.

Waldorf Microwave 1 synth is on iPad, and it’s an instant favorite

Microwave’s wavetable synthesis with unique, snappy envelopes and idiosyncratic filter and converters now comes to the iPad. That could make an ideal way to play the Microwave on the go – especially with AUv3 support.

Peter Kirn - October 24, 2024

Much-leaked MPC Key 37 arrives, and it’s likely to be a crowd-pleaser

Akai’s MPC Key 37 is now official – a standalone MPC/synth with onboard sampling and effects, all in a compact package with pads and 37 keys. That combination is likely to make this a hit at $899 list.

Peter Kirn - February 6, 2024

Elastic Melody for iOS now does MIDI – here it is with MeeBlip

Peter Kirn - January 30, 2024

3rd Wave, wavetable synth beast, does MPE and is now in desktop form

Peter Kirn - September 21, 2023

Free sqsl Canvas app connects iPad to Eurorack

Peter Kirn - July 31, 2023

CDM Deals: Reverb summer deals, Soundtoys flash sale on this weekend

Peter Kirn - July 29, 2023

Oberheim is shipping the OB-X8 desktop and Tom is posing in the factory to prove it

Peter Kirn - June 12, 2023

Oberheim OB-X8 is now a desktop module, in new edition of one of the best synths today

Peter Kirn - May 9, 2023

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