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Access Virus Indigo / Virus OS v4

Originally planned as a limited edition, the 37-note Virus Indigo virtual analogue keyboard synth surprised even its makers - demand ran so high that it became a separate product. Gordon Reid considers the newest strain of this retro Virus, and the latest v4 OS software revision.

Published June 2001
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Roland Fantom Xa

Workstation Synth

At £1099, the Xa is the most affordable keyboard in the Fantom range. But, inevitably, features have been removed to make it such a bargain. Have Roland thrown out the works from the workstation?

Published May 2005
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Roland Fantom S & Fantom S88

Synth Workstations

Despite the synth-spangled history of the company, it's been many years since a Roland product ruled the high-end keyboard roost, and 2001's Fantom workstation failed to change this. However, there's much more to the new Fantom S than one extra letter...

Published October 2003
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Macbeth Systems M3X

Analogue Synthesizer

The M3X is the first product from Macbeth Systems, the Scottish company founded by former DIY analogue synth enthusiast Ken McBeth. Will all turn out well, or is the M3X destined for a tragic end?

Published April 2002
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Alesis Ion User Tips

Programming Guide

Although the Ion is already well-respected for its sound quality, its synthesis architecture is also surprisingly flexible. We show you how to get the best from this little beast in your studio.

Published October 2004
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Clavia Nord Modular v3.03 & MicroModular

Analogue Modelling Synths

One of the advantages of a software-based instrument is that it can evolve over time, as its makers add new algorithms and refinements. Clavia's Nord Modular has undergone exactly this process, and its editing software has also migrated to the Mac. Gordon Reid tries out the latest version, along with its baby brother, the MicroModular...

Published July 2000
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PC Solutions For MIDI Musicians

Tips & Tricks

Martin Walker looks at hardware and software solutions available for those who just want to use their PC for MIDI sequencing.

Published May 2000
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Roland V-Synth XT: Part 1

Variphrase Synthesizer & V-Synth OS v2

Part 1: The V-Synth repackaged Roland's groundbreaking Variphrase technology, creating a powerful new kind of sample-based synthesis. Now there's a rackmount V-Synth, and (as you'll discover in Part 1 of our two-part review) it's more powerful than the first...

Published September 2005
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Doepfer A100

CV Modular Synthesizer

Analogue modular synths in the late '90s are something like the old bus joke — none for ages, then loads all at once. Chris Carter catches the latest arrival.

Published July 1998

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