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Retcon Brings Boards of Canada Ambient Synthesis to Inspiring Kontakt Instrument

With an emphasis on ambient and synth music, Retcon is an impressive Kontakt library of sounds inside an inspiring and unusual HEX layout GUI with plenty of controls and a 16-step chord sequencer.

Behringer Analog Synth Is Polyphonic. Watch 3rd Teaser Video Here

Behringer continue to tease us with video 3 of their upcoming analog synthesizer. Like any good tease, this video reveals a little bit more in terms of info and visuals for this poly synth.

OM-1 Cassette Tape Synthesizer Is A Gloriously Unique Analog Musical Instrument

It's a wonderfully unique idea for an analog synthesizer, and it actually sounds great too. The OM-1 cassette synthesizer uses standard cassette tapes for endless sound design possibilities.

Waves Introduce Scheps Parallel Particles Tone Shaping Plug-In

Waves new Scheps Parallel Particles is essentially four chains from Andrew Scheps' mix templatee, that he uses most often when producing hit records, inside one easy to use audio plug-in.

Blinksonic Releases SUBSTANZ, Addictive GrooveBox & Finger Drumming Platform for Reaktor

Featuring 164 sounds, 41 drum kits, 25 effects and sequencers, Substanz from Blinksonic is an impressive Reaktor ensemble idea for finger drummers, producers, remixers and so much more.

Depeche Mode Modular Setup Is Every Synth Lovers Dream

What Modular Madness Is This? This post on Instagram shows us inside the sbsound_design studio after Depeche Mode had spent 6 weeks there. Stop drooling already!

What Do You Get When You Cross Spotify, Rolling Stones & Master & Dynamic?

It's a simple answer really: the awesome MH40 Headphones in a Rolling Stones limited edition available for Spotify premium and non-Spotify members too.

Look! An Arturia MiniBrute Desktop Synth With Gorgeous Wooden Panels

OK. Arturia have NOT just released a custom built desktop version of the MiniBrute. This SkiniBrute conversion kit removes the keyboard and replaces with lovely wooden panels. And it looks great!

This Poster Shows What's Really Happening Inside The Minimoog Synthesiser

Ever wonder what's really going on inside the iconic, monophonic Minimoog analog synthesizer when you're playing it? This poster reveals just that'¦

Audiothingies Micromonsta Polyphonic Desktop Synth Will Seduce You With Its Sounds

The Micromonsta is an 8-voice polyphonic desktop synthesizer which is small, powerful, with a great sound, easy usability and easy editing. Did we mention it sounds really, really great? Listen below.

Check Out This Beautiful Wooden Panel Set For Maschine Studio

Recently we featured a gorgeous wooden stand for Ableton Push 2. Maschine users need not feel left out. This beautiful wooden panel set will give your Maschine Studio the finish it deserves.

Zont Is A Pocket-Sized Digital Synthesizer That Will Blow Your Mind

This new digital synthesizer, about the size of your smart phone or a Teenage Engineering Pocket Operator, looks incredibly well designed and sexy. Of that there's doubt. Here's what else we know...

Pure Modular System Is A Eurorack Synthesizer That Won't Break The Bank

Seems like every human and cat wants to get into Eurorack these days. It's a good time for modular synthesizers, but can be cruel on the bank balance. GMSN!'s Pure Modular System aims to change that.

AfroDJMac Releases 80's VHS Synths Ableton Live Pack

If you're looking for warm, analog synth sounds delivered in the convenience of an Ableton Live pack then this new collection of 80s VHS Synths from AfroDJMac is sure to appeal. 

Korg minilogue Synth Update Now Mac Friendly

The recent update for the popular Korg minilogue synthesizer came with minor but useful enhancements and new features. However, the installer was Windows only. Now Mac users can enjoy the update too!