The Akai VX600 is a distinctive analog synthesizer released in 1986 that represents an unexpected entry into the synthesizer market from a company primarily known for tape machines, samplers (notably the S900), and recording studio equipment. This...
The Akai AX73, launched in 1986, was a significant achievement in affordable analogue synthesis and introduced some unique feature not found on any other analogue synthesizers. This full-featured programmable polyphonic synthesizer stands out with its...
The Akai VX90 is a 6-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer released in 1986, designed as a rack-mount version of the AX73 with an identical voice structure. This MIDI-equipped instrument combines analog sound generation with advanced digital controls and...
The Akai AX80 is a pioneering hybrid analogue/digital polyphonic synthesizer released in early 1985, representing Akai's bold entry into the professional musical instrument market. Priced quite expensive at launch, the AX80 was positioned as a competitor...
The Roland JV-90 is a synthesizer keyboard released in 1993 by Roland Corporation. It is a part of the JV series of synthesizers and is based on the Roland JV-880. It is a 28 or 56-voice polyphonic synthesizer with multitimbral capability. It features a...
The Alesis Ion represents a significant departure from its predecessor, the Andromeda, being a DSP modelling synthesizer rather than a true analogue instrument. Despite initial surprise at this direction, the Ion has established itself as one of the most...
The Alesis Fusion is a comprehensive workstation keyboard that combines four distinct synthesis technologies with advanced sequencing and recording capabilities. Designed as a modern answer to computer-based music production, the Fusion offers an...
The Alesis Fusion is a comprehensive workstation keyboard that combines four distinct synthesis technologies with advanced sequencing and recording capabilities. Designed as a modern answer to computer-based music production, the Fusion offers an...
The Korg Mono/Poly represented in 1981-82 an innovative approach to synthesizer design, offering genuine dual-mode operation as both a monophonic and polyphonic instrument at a very competitive price point. This versatile synthesizer successfully bridged...
The Sequential Trigon-6 represents Dave Smith's final synthesizer design, serving as a fitting tribute to the legendary engineer who helped shape the synthesizer world and co-created MIDI. This polyphonic analog synthesizer embodies Sequential's...
