On May 11th, a new Moog product was launched - a semi-modular analog synthesizer Grandmother, which also includes an arpeggiator, a sequencer and a spring reverb. Its design and internal organization refers to the classic modular systems from Moog, but now it is not necessary to understand the sound path of the instrument - its semi-modular structure allows you to explore the world of analog synthesis even without the knowledge of patching and, at the same time, reconnect any of the default connections.

The line of volca devices from KORG, a legendary japanese company, is probably the most balanced and functional in the segment of portable and inexpensive music creation tools. These are truly original products, combining the best ideas of synthesis and sampling of the last century with a convenient, intuitive design and nice sound, for their price.

Bastl Instruments features the Thyme effects processor, Erica Synths introduces the Erica Black VCF module, Dreadbox Hades ands Elektron Octatrack MkII are shipping. Two new Kickstarter projects launched by Kvgear and KOMA Elektronik.

The new upgraded version of Xenophone - one of most powerful synthesizers in its class, has been released by Hypersynth. This device will be shipping in the end of September and come with a new soundbank, rethought stand and an updated firmware featuring some fixes and improvements.

NAMM 2017 is coming and Korg is approaching towards it with some kind of compromise – with newly colored MS-20 mini, Kronos and Krome which now are white, gold and platinum accordingly.