There have been plenty of new releases this year to tempt synth enthusiasts to part with their cash, and as the year draws to a close, this trend looks set to continue. Both Phonicbloom and Zoom have announced that their new hardware releases are now available for pre-order.
Kickstarter is a great place to find interesting new hardware, and there are plenty of projects that might be of interest to synthesizer enthusiasts.
Humble has released the Ultimate Sound and Groove Workstation Bundle from IK Multimedia to help musicians take their music creation to the next level. Featuring over 30GB of pianos, drums, guitars, synthesizer sounds, premade loops, presets, and more, this bundle has something for everyone.
Whether you prefer software synthesizers or hardware, plenty of new releases cater to your taste. Here are just a few of the highlights that are worth checking out. SoftwarePlugin BuddyBy Modalics
Not a week goes by without some interesting releases in the world of music and synthesizers. Here are just a few of the ones for fans of hardware, software, and other things related to synths. Hardware:E490 Ladder VCFBy Synthesis Technology
Waldorf released Microwave, a virtual instrument based on the company's first hardware instrument 35 years ago. Thanks to its vibrant and distinctive sound, Microwave was a hit in the nineties.
Hivetune has released Relica, a powerful and easy-to-use retro synthesizer for free. According to Hivetune, Relica was designed to be the ultimate synthesizer plugin for anyone who loves the unique, nostalgic sounds of retro gaming.
With so many new hardware and software releases, choosing what to spend your hard-earned cash on can be tricky. Here are just a few of the most notable new options on the market. New HardwareEP-1320 Medieval SamplerBy Teenage Engineering
Apart from a few exciting Kickstarter projects for synth enthusiasts to back, there has also been a slew of new updates to existing products along with new software synthesizers released recently. Here's a quick rundown of the most notable ones worth a closer look.
KORG recently announced three new additions to KORG Collection 5, which now boasts 14 synthesizers, two effects processors, and a drum machine.
Chromaplane, a one-of-a-kind synthesizer created by KOMA Elektronik and Passepartout Duo, has soared past its Kickstarter goal. The campaign launched on July 23rd with a goal of $35,781, which was quickly reached by backers eager to take advantage of the "early bird" specials.
