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Roland SYSTEM-8 synth is free to try in April – here’s why it’s a sound designer’s friend
Want that new synth feeling, but for free? That’s the hybrid-vintage-modeled-new synth SYSTEM-8 this month from Roland – and we’ve got the sound designer of its new preset library to tell us why we should download it.
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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).
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.
Quick Ableton Live tips: blackest ever UI, Saturator tutorial, see plug-ins on tracks – let’s go!
Peter Kirn - January 27, 2021
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Inside KORG’s Modwave – sound design tips for this upcoming wavetable synth
Francis Preve - January 22, 2021
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Deep in Serum: six sound tricks to explore just by double-clicking, with maestro Francis Preve
Francis Preve - January 15, 2021
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There’s a spring reverb thwack “Easter egg” waiting inside the Oberheim OB-6
Peter Kirn - November 25, 2020
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Deep dive: Advanced Moog Matriarch, for love of voltage
Peter Kirn - October 28, 2020
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