Korg microKORG XL Official Product Introduction
Korg presents the microKORG XL Synthesizer/Vocoder! Features include Korg’s powerful MMT synthesis, 37 velocity-sensitive mini keys, 16-band vocoder with included metal gooseneck mic, and HUGE sound.
Synths and workstations
Roland releases version 1.30 update for the Fantom-G
Roland Corporation is pleased to announce the release of version 1.30 update for the Fantom-G workstations. This free download adds new content and enhancements to the Fantom-G, including new rhythm patterns, and a newly added Arpeggio Import Function.
Jomox SunSyn OS 2.0 update available
Finally, the SunSyn has got the final update. The SunSyn has to be sent to Jomox in order to perform the V 2.0 Update. The update includes all modifications, the firmware, recalibration and testing.
King Of Pop Dies at the age of 50
Legendary music icon Michael Jackson dies after reports of possible heart attack.
The Los Angeles Times, citing city and law enforcement officials, reported late this afternoon that the singer was dead after being rushed to UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles around 3:30 p.m. Eastern time.
Such a sad loss, especially for his family and for all musicians he inspired with his great music!
Dave Smith new synth Tetr4 ?
There were some rumours about a new brother for the Mopho. And there it is, the Dave Smith Tetr4. Rumours also told us that it will be a 4 voices synth.
New version of the Korg DS10: the Korg DS10 Plus
AQI producer Nobuyoshi Sano had announced a new version from the Korg DS10: The Korg DS10 Plus.
Indaba a Place for Musicians
Indaba is a Zulu word that invokes the spirit of collaboration and community. It refers to a gathering or a forum for sharing ideas, and it embodies concepts that are central to the mission of Indaba Music. It is a place to network with other musicians and work in online recording sessions, mixing tracks recorded anywhere in the world.
Free Microwave editors for MAC
12DECODE offers MAC system exclusive based sound editors for Waldorf MicroWave Synthesizers. There is an editor for the original Microwave (aka Microwave I, with software version 2.0 installed) and an editor for the Microwave II (including the XT line).
Roland announces Juno Di
Roland Corporation announces the new Juno-Di Mobile Synthesizer. This latest addition to the Juno Series is specifically designed for the musician on the go, providing a vast array of professional sounds in a lightweight, portable design.
Yamaha announced new S90 XS and S70 XS synths
Yamaha Synth have announced two new synths designed specifically for players. The ultimate keyboard instruments for performing and creating. Exceptional quality instrument sounds. A piano sound to die for. A truly realistic, naturally expressive keyboard. Convenient, comprehensive control. Real-time controls for tweaking of the sound as you play. Audio recording to USB memory. Extensive computer music features. Ease of use, plus compact size and portability. Introducing the S90 XS and S70 XS Music Synthesizer.
Tom Oberheim and a new SEM
Mr. Tom Oberheim did a presentation on his new SEM at the Red Bull Music Academy in Boston. Mr. Oberheim discusses the changes made to the new SEM and the reasons behind them, pricing, and demos a few sounds.
Roland releases version 2.0 for V-Synth GT
The flagship V-Synth® GT Elastic Audio Synthesizer has achieved worldwide acclaim for its unprecedented expression and realism, as well as its ability to achieve never-before-heard sounds. Roland Corporation U.S. is now pleased to announce the release of the Version 2.0 system update for the V-Synth GT.
Dave Smith announces the Prophet ’08 PE
Released in August 2007, the standard Prophet ’08 is an eight-voice, polyphonic synthesizer with a 100% analog audio path. It primarily uses rotary encoders for its front panel controls.
Introducing the Dave Smith Prophet 08 Pot Edition
Since the release of the Prophet ’08 in August 2007, Dave Smith has received numerous requests for a version with more vintage-style controls. The standard Prophet ’08 primarily uses rotary encoders for its front panel controls, but some customers prefer potentiometers (AKA pots) like those used on the vintage Prophets, particularly for the more performance-oriented parameters like filter cutoff and resonance. The new Prophet ’08 Pot Edition offers an alternative with 38 of the 52 front panel parameters controlled by pots; rotary encoders are still used for the remainder of the controls.