Posts with tag softsynth

News | Jan 30, 2019 by Hollin Jones

See how an Arcade expert takes sounds he has recorded and uses the loop synth to chop up, manipulate and rearrange them into something completely new to form the basis of a track.

Review | Jan 29, 2019 by Noah Pred

Pigments is Arturia's flagship new software synthesizer, and a true original in its sound and design. Noah Pred thinks it may just be the best instrument he's used in years...

News | Jan 18, 2019 by Hollin Jones

This collection of over 30 virtual modules from plugin specialists McDSP could be the answer to your prayers - and it's more affordable than you might expect.

News | Jan 15, 2019 by Hollin Jones

This unusual new softsynth has multiple sequencers, DJ-style effects pads and is available through a very generous pricing arrangement. Here's the details.

Review | Jan 10, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

This collection of classic synths for Kontakt gives you a wealth of easy sonic options, and all for under $30. Matt Vanacoro reckons you'd be crazy to pass it up...

Tutorial | Jan 08, 2019 by Noah Pred

Combining the tonal flexibility of wavetable synthesis with the ability to modulate nearly any parameter with ease, Wavetable is designed to expand your sound design horizons. Noah Pred explains how.

Editorial | Dec 27, 2018 by Hollin Jones

2018 saw a raft of updates and new releases, from emulations of vintage gear to new and totally unique soft synthesizers. There's never been a better time to make music with virtual synths.

News | Dec 20, 2018 by Hollin Jones

16 voice polyphonic with 2 oscillators per voice, Bolt is a confident first foray into the world of plug-in synthesis from the maker of Impakt and T-series hardware controllers.

Review | Dec 19, 2018 by Matt Vanacoro

You may not have heard of the original Voyetra Eight, but Matt Vanacoro thinks you'll still love UVI's faithful recreation, the PX V8. Here's why.

Review | Dec 14, 2018 by Noah Pred

Rob Papen's Explorer 5 is a bundle of great sounding, unique synthesizers and effects now including Master Magic, RAW Kick and Go2. Noah Pred unwrapped it, and here's what he discovered.

News | Dec 10, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

This boutique library contains 9 analog and pcm synth gear such as Dave Smith OB6, Moog Minitaur & Sub37, Novation X-Station, Nord Lead 2x, Oberheim Matrix 6 & 1000, Roland Super JV & Yamaha DX7.

News | Dec 08, 2018 by Hollin Jones

If you've been wanting to get your hands on the sound of an ultra-rare Voyetra 8 hardware synthesizer, UVI might have just the ticket - and it won't break the bank.

News | Nov 25, 2018 by Hollin Jones

From cinematic, underscoring atmospheres to classic synth emulations, shimmery pads, distinctive basses, potent analog leads and corroded yet fragile synth keys - This is Luftrum 19

News | Nov 20, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Output has really gone to town with its deals this year - offering substantial discounts off all its software including every engine and expansion pack. Grab them while they're hot!

News | Nov 19, 2018 by Hollin Jones

New software update enables MPC X, MPC Live and MPC Software 2 users to take advantage of three great new built-in synthesizers - TubeSynth, Bassline and Electric, and other upgrades.