The name Korg has been synonymous with synthesizers for many years, perhaps even longer than you may realize. Their iconic patch bay laden semi-modular MS-20 dates back to 1978, however, Korg’s synth journey really began with the 1973 unveiling of the miniKORG 700. Intended to compliment more
Korg’s modwave synthesizer was unveiled in January this year during the NAMM “Believe in Music“ event and joins wavestate and opsix as a formidable trio of innovative digital synths, this time bringing wavetable synthesis and a host of other tricks to the party. At first
Modal Electronics’ ARGON8 is one of our go-to synths around the Noisegate office with its super versatile wavetable engine. The dizzying number of onboard wavetables and modifiers make it an adventurous sound designer’s dream (or nightmare in this case). The factory preset library effectively demonstrates
Perhaps you’re heard of Korg’s NTS-1 synthesiser, or it’s similarly Multi-Engine equipped brethren, minilogue xd and prologue. Hell, if you’re reading this article there’s a good chance you own one of these bad boys. If you do, and you’re yet to explore the growing number
Modal Electronics have announced SKULPT SE, an updated version of their compact 4-voice virtual analogue polysynth.
In a move which will no doubt elicit excitement from both nostalgic and adventurous synthesis enthusiasts alike, Korg have unveiled opsix, a 6 operator powerhouse they describe as an ‘altered FM synth’. Those paying close attention to coverage of the 2020 NAMM show earlier this
Korg have announced ‘Nautilus’ a new entry into their highly regarded range of workstation keyboards inheriting much of what users love about their flagship KRONOS including all nine sound engines, delivered in a more affordable, streamlined package. Nautilus features a bold new design and is
British synth manufacturers Modal Electronics have today announced a new 8 voice virtual analogue polysynth, the Cobalt8
Whether they’re a gear nerd or a gear noob, the type of gear an artist uses has a huge impact on their signature sound. In this regular series called My Gear, Noisegate picks the brains of exciting and diverse artists for a behind-the-scenes scoop on their
Arturia has added to its hybrid Freak formula with the release of the MicroFreak Vocoder “Limited Edition”. It borrows its foundation from the ever-popular MicroFreak synth and loaded it up with a 16-band Vocoder, a detachable gooseneck mic along with a stylish new makeover. According
