In 2000 one MIDI module was on a lot of Christmas lists, Russ Hughes talks about the amazing Proteus 2000.
Get Famous Synth Sounds from Top Hits of the Past
In this article Alessandro Panella uses an analogue style subtractive Synth to recreate some classic patches…
IK Multimedia UNO Synth PRO X Tested
With no shortage of small desktop synths out there, IK Multimedia have just added a new one to the mix looking for a parking place on your desk. We check out the UNO Synth PRO X to see how its size compares with its sound…
IK Multimedia UNO Synth PRO X Released
IK Multimedia has introduced the UNO Synth PRO X, an analog synthesizer that offers a diverse range of sound possibilities, combining modern technology with the timeless warmth of analog tones.
Zynaptiq Orange Vocoder IV - First Look
With the vocoding effect enjoying a resurgence after some time away, there are a few options out there from simple to complex. We check out Zynaptiq’s latest creation that promises lots of features without the need for complex routing or synthesis.
Create Massive Sounds In Pro Tools | SynthCell With One Setting
In this short video Russ shows you the 'magic' setting in Pro Tools | SynthCell, the free synth plugin for Pro Tools, that makes synths sound massive. Think of it like the MSG of synth sounds, whatever you use it on, they just sound better!
We Check Out Toontrack Synthwave For EZdrummer And EZKeys
Bringing drum machine sounds and synth soundscapes in one place, Toontrack’s EZdrummer and EZkeys get the 80’s treatment with Synthwave sounds. We take it for a spin to see if it really can inject some late-twentieth century electronic edge.
FabFilter Twin 3 Synth Virtual Instrument - Expert Review
FabFilter have garnered an enviable reputation in the world of audio processing with their legendary plugins. Can they bring some of that magic to an already over crowded synth plugin market with the new Fabfilter Twin 3 synth plugin? Three Experts check it out and give their verdict.
Klevgrand Tomofon Tested
With a new take on what a synthesiser should be, Klevgrand’s recently announced Tomofon instrument promises both old favourites and never-before heard textures thanks to its unique architecture. We take a look and listen…
Russ Hughes Product Of The Year 2022 - Dexed FM Plugin Synth
With each member of the Production Expert team narrowing down the product that makes their working life better, Russ Hughes talks about 2022’s contribution to his gear, the Dexed DX7 VI.
We Check Out Free Usynth DRIVE
Thanks to an almost unlimited number of possibilities, synths still represent a rich seam of undiscovered sounds. Banishing complexity for those unfamiliar with programming, we take a look and listen at UJAM’s latest: Usynth DRIVE.
Spectrasonics Flow Capture Released - Find Out More
Spectrasonics, the makers of synth legends such as Omnisphere and Trillian, has announced Flow Capture, a new feature for Keyscape, Trilian and Omnisphere 2 standalone users. We have the details.
Synth Programming in Film Scores - Learning From The Masters
A great film score can make an enormous difference in the emotional impact of a movie but can a single sound characterise a whole scene? Alessandro Panella thinks so and shares some examples and how to create them.
Four Great Tips For Getting Started In Synthesis
If you’re a newcomer to the world of synth programming, here are some things to bear in mind at the start of your journey.
Creative Block When Producing? Try This Solution
In this video for Production Expert, Brent March explores one software solution that promises to help break through the creative block whatever your style of music.
Is This The Best Free Synth Plugin Available?
We stumbled across one feature-packed instrument guaranteed to keep both preset cruisers and die-hard synth heads happy. Best of all it’s free…
What Granular Effects Can Do To A Pad
Being quite unlike regular synthesis, granular techniques can be just the thing when you need to reboot your tired old synth with some welcome weirdness. We show you how.
Is This The Easiest Way Yet To Get Great Synth Sounds?
For some musicians and creators, everything begins with a synth. For everyone else, getting amazing sounds out of these sometimes complex beasts used to be daunting. Until now…
5 Bad-Ass Bass Synth Plugins You Should Check Out Now
There are a great many excellent bass-minded synthesisers out there to be discovered – and the even better news is that we’ve done some of the legwork for you by rounding up five of our favourites.
G-Force Oberheim OB-E v2 Announced
Synth plugin masters, G-Force, has announced Oberheim OB-E v2, what’s more it’s endorsed by Tom Oberheim. We have the details.