Native Instruments resurrected Absynth with version 6.0 in 2025; update 6.1 is out now with new features for the weird-soundscape Synthesizer. Absynth returned in version 6 at the end of 2025. The plugin, which had […]
The latest Cherry Audio plugin is an authentic emulation of the Crumar DS-2 polyphonic analog Synthesizer from 1978 for macOS and Windows: review + sound demo When people talk about DCO synths, they often immediately […]
Elastic OSC is the latest Synthesizer app from developer Oliver Greschke that takes the Mutable Instruments algorithms on a wild, modulating trip. Following the release of the Android version of the Elastic OSC Synthesizer in […]
Review: With Attack 3, Waldorf brings its percussive Synthesizer plugin back to the focus with smoother control, expanded synthesis, and greater flexibility. Good news: Waldorf has just released update 3.0.1 for the Attack 3 plugin. […]
Review: Novation has transformed its popular Launch Control XL into an upgraded standalone USB MIDI controller for hybrid setups in version 3. At Superbooth 2025, Novation unveiled the Launch Control XL 3, the successor to […]
Arturia Keystep 37 MK2 and K32 MK2 are two powerful MIDI/CV controller sequencers: this review highlights the differences and why one is a no-brainer. In early November 2025, after 10 years on the market, Arturia […]
Arturia takes its massive FX Collection to level 6 with more reimagined classics, original sound processors, & unmissable studio helpers When discussing Arturia synthesizer plugins, the V Collection quickly comes up, which bundles all plugins […]
Review: AudioKit Pro Super J8 is the first Roland Jupiter-8 Synthesizer emulation that you can play on-the-go on your iPhone and iPad. The Roland Jupiter-8 is a classic. It’s also a classic among plugin developers. […]
Thomann ComboRack is a new keyboard furniture with a pull-out shelf; this review will answer whether it’s a must-have. Check the point: Update 2 for the latest hardware update A keyboard synth here, a desktop […]
Review: Cherry Audio SH-MAX revives the Roland SH-5, SH-7, and SH-3A and melts them into a new analog-modeling synth plugin. The Roland SH series has a long history. It began in 1972 with the SH-1000, […]
The Protein marks the first Waldorf desktop wavetable Synthesizer in the budget segment in many years; this review will show whether it’s good In the past years, Waldorf Music has focused on producing premium flagship instruments, […]
Developed in collaboration with guitarist Yvette Young, the Walrus Audio Qi Etherealizer is a hands-on granular multi-effects pedal designed for dreamy soundscapes. This review explores whether it delivers on that promise. Granular synthesis is a […]
ESI Xsynth review: this super-slim keyboard packs everything you actually need—a MIDI controller, polyAT keys, an audio interface, and a polysynth. There was a time when companies offered MIDI keyboards with built-in synthesizers and audio […]
Arturia Pigments 7: New features bring a lot of colorful character and spice to the modern flagship synth as a free update. The year 2025 began with the NAMM coverage and a flagship synth update. […]
Cherry Audio Mercury-8 is a new, authentic Roland Jupiter-8 emulation that completes the Mercury plugin collection. Here is a review. The original vintage Roland Jupiter series consisted of four prominent synthesizers: the Jupiter-4, Jupiter-6, and […]
Review: AudioThing B00GA, the latest Hainbach collaboration, is a plugin that turns microsounds into beautiful, weird rhythms and drones. When you think of electronic rhythms, you immediately recall various XOX drum machines, such as the […]
With the Essential L1, Donner has created a great-sounding Roland SH-101 clone that, unfortunately, falls short of perfection – here is the review and sound demo. Many companies recreate vintage analog synths. However, Behringer was […]
Arturia Keystep mk2: the all-time favorite MIDI sequencer, completely redesigned with an enhanced arpeggiator and sequencer with mutations… When Arturia released the Keystep in 2016, it was a novel product that no one had made […]
Korg Collection 6 review: The 6th version adds high-quality emulations of the PS-3300 and Trinity, as well as the Kronos Piano engine SGX-2 Companies often bundle their software products to appeal to customers. Arturia offers […]
Cherry Audio Trident MkIII is an authentic souped-up emulation of the Korg Trident MkI/MkII multi-timbral Synthesizer from 1981 – review. The Japanese company has a long history of Synthesizer development. Many of their vintage synths […]
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