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iZotope have upgraded and expanded their graphical synthesizer Iris. We see what’s new.
The latest addition to Korg’s cut-price Volca range takes a hands-on approach to sampling.
U–he’s Bazille is a complex synth capable of an astonishing variety of sounds.
Arturia’s Beatstep combines a MIDI controller and a step sequencer in one extremely reasonably priced box.
Its open-source design means that this small box is bursting with possibilities.
If you want a cut–price 808 and only analogue will do, Acidlab have just the thing...
The System 1 is a fully fledged synthesizer in its own right, but it can also assume the identity of Roland classics using its built–in ‘plug–out’ technology.
We don our smiley t‑shirts and our baggiest trousers and put Acidlab's 303 clone to the test.
The Analog Rytm combines analogue drum synthesis with sample playback. Is it the ultimate beatbox?
Arpology combines Sample Logic's wealth of sampled sounds with a sophisticated arpeggiator to create a unique virtual instrument.
The Minimoog is not exactly short of software tributes. How does NI's measure up?
Studio Electronics' new synth modules come in a range of different colours, each with its own distinctive filter and identity.
For those stuck in a rhythmic rut, WaveDNA's pattern sequencer plug-in offers some exotic creative tools with even more exotic names.
NI's latest library aims to keep you on the edge of your seat with its range of cinematic tension-builders.
iZotope's Break Tweaker software gives you microscopic control over your beats and much more besides.
Elektron have followed up their Analog Four with a fully fledged analogue keyboard.
If you need authentic‑sounding robo vocals or a passable imitation of Stephen Hawking, look no further than Roland's VT3.
U‑he's Satin is one of the most comprehensive tape simulations yet devised.