Synthesizers

Roland have embraced the Eurorack format with their semi–modular System 1m and four Aira effects modules.

Moog modulars have always been unattainable objects of desire for most of us. But all that’s about to change...

After 10 years with no major updates, Reaktor bursts back into the spotlight with the ultimate virtual modular rack.

Novation’s new groovebox, sequencer and performance instrument could be this year’s essential synth accessory.

Question: What’s the difference between Carmen Electra and Carbon Electra? Answer: One is a glamour model and performer, the other is a four-oscillator subtractive synth that will work as a plug-in within your DAW.

With a large, well–equipped control panel and a gratuitously laden effects rack, the JDXA could be Roland’s most ambitious, hands–on synthesizer in many years.

Two more iOS apps reviewed: Futronica SAMMI Synth Multi-instrument • Xynthesizr Synth & Sequencer.

Cakewalk’s Rapture soft synth has been completely reworked and re-imagined: introducing Rapture Pro.

Once again allowed to use the Sequential name, Dave Smith’s latest instrument is a tribute to a genuinely classic synthesizer.

Yamaha’s Reface range recreates four of their classic instruments in miniature form.

New album Electronica sees Jean–Michel Jarre making connections with a galaxy of other legendary figures from the world of electronic music.