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The MicroKorg 2 hands-on: A stylish update to an iconic digital synthesizer
The MicroKorg 2 is still in the prototype stage, but it already feels like a polished and worthy sequel to one of the most popular synthesizers ever.
Terrence O'Brien01.26.2024
Korg Nu:Tekt DIY line gets a new mini synth and a Kaoss Pad
The Korg NTS-1 mk2 and NTS-3 Kaoss Pad are the newest members of the DIY Nu:Tekt line of devices.
Terrence O'Brien01.22.2024
Korg's MicroKorg 2 and KingKorg Neo are overdue updates to its virtual analog synthesizers
The 10-year-old KingKorg and 22-year-old MicroKorg virtual analog synthesizers get overdue modern sequels.
Terrence O'Brien01.22.2024
Korg’s Opsix mk II synth is based on the FM sound engine of the original, but with 64 voices
Korg is back with a refresh of its popular Opsix FM synthesizer. The Opsix mk II boasts twice the polyphony, 64 voices, and a bunch of new sound shaping options, like filters and LFOs.
Lawrence Bonk01.19.2024
Korg Berlin shows off a prototype 'acoustic synthesizer'
Korg Berlin's first instrument is an acoustic synthesizer that uses magnets to vibrate metal forks.
Terrence O'Brien05.12.2023
Korg's Drumlogue is an analog drum machine with a powerful digital engine
After first teasing it way back on January 2021, Korg has released the much-anticipated Drumlogue, a hybrid drum machine.
Steve Dent09.15.2022
Korg’s DIY oscilloscope comes paired with a coffee table book
Korg has unveiled an oscilloscope kit bundle that includes a book full of history and tips.
Jon Fingas05.11.2022
Korg's Volca FM 2 synth adds more voices, reverb and randomization
The portable and loving tribute to an iconic '80s synth is now even more compelling.
Terrence O'Brien04.14.2022
Korg teases Drumlogue, a hybrid analog / digital groovebox
Korg announced the next member of the ‘logue family: the Drumlogue. It will be a hybrid analog / digital groovebox. Judging from the short teaser video, that means some analog drum voices similar to the Volca Beats, as well as PCM and digital synthesis voice.
Terrence O'Brien01.20.2021
Korg Gadget-VR takes music producing from the studio to the headset
Korg's Gadget app is already assisting music producers on iOS, desktop and even the Nintendo Switch. Now it's coming to virtual reality too.
Richard Lawler01.20.2021
The miniKORG 700FS is an overdue reissue of its first landmark synth
Korg is finally giving its first synth the miniKORG 700 the recognition it deserves with a 100-percent analog reissue: the miniKORG FS. The company even brought back the original designer, Fumio Mieda to oversee the development.
Terrence O'Brien01.18.2021
Korg reinvents a cult favorite with the Modwave wavetable synthesizer
In 1985 Korg released the DW-8000, an analog-digital hybrid synth that combined at the time cutting edge digital oscillators with analog filters. The Modwave is an all digital take on the DW, updated to fit in with the company’s modern lineup, including the Wavestate and Opsix, which focus heavily on knob-per-function controls and live performance.
Terrence O'Brien01.18.2021
Korg's ARP 2600 M is a 'mini' version of an iconic synth
The ARP 2600 M is about half the size of the original and one-third the weight. But it still packs all the classic sound design modules.
Terrence O'Brien01.18.2021
Korg goes for the sequencing crown with the modular-friendly SQ-64
Korg’s SQ-1 is a bit under appreciated. The Korg SQ-64 Poly Sequencer is basically attempting to be the king of all the CV sequencers. It has four 64-step tracks. The SQ-64 also expands on the playback variation you got the SQ-1 and injects some controlled chaos.
Terrence O'Brien11.18.2020
Korg's Opsix is an approachable, hands-on FM synth
It feels like FM synthesis is having something of a renaissance recently. Elektron has the Digitone and launched the beginner friendly Model:Cyles earlier this year. Now Korg has something at least approaching a flagship level FM machine in the Opsix.
Terrence O'Brien11.11.2020
Korg's Volca Sample 2 is a huge upgrade in almost every way
Korg’s Volca Sample is one of the most beloved members of beloved family of affordable and portable instruments. The Volca Sample 2 is visually almost indistinguishable from the original. That USB port is definitely the biggest upgrade here.
Terrence O'Brien08.20.2020
The best headphones, speakers and audio gear for students
Here's a list of the best headphones, speakers, and other audio gear that are best for students' budgets and needs.
Billy Steele07.07.2020
Moog and Korg make synth apps free to help musicians stuck at home
If you're a musician (or fan) whose concerts got scrapped over coronavirus concerns, you'll at least have more tools to produce music when you're at home. To start, Moog has made its Minimoog Model D iOS synth app available for free. It wasn't hugely expensive to start, but this could make it easy to recreate the first portable synth and slip some Kraftwerk- or Dr. Dre-inspired sounds into your latest track. Moog didn't say how long the price change would last, but you might want to act quickly.
Jon Fingas03.14.2020
A beginners guide to buying a synth
It's no secret that there's a growing interest in synths, drum machines and other electronic music instruments. There are many reasons for that -- most obviously because electronic music is now popular music. But it's also because improved technology and manufacturing have driven the prices of such devices low enough that even the most casual musician can dabble. Plus there are a dizzying number of options for you to choose from at the entry level. So how do you get started? Should you get a portable and affordable Volca? Or that new Model:Cycles that we liked so much? And are Behringers actually any good? I know you have a lot of questions, so let's get right to it.
Terrence O'Brien03.12.2020
Korg unveils a full-sized, assembly-free MS-20
The Korg MS-20 is an undeniable classic. It's been reborn as an app. As a shrunken-down mini model. As a DIY kit. And then as a DIY kit again, but without the keyboard. Until now though, there hasn't been a ready-to-roll, full-size reissue. But for NAMM 2020 Korg is going all in on the nostalgia with a faithful to a fault rendition of the MS-20 -- right down to the packaging and manual.
Terrence O'Brien01.14.2020