The Yamaha A3000 is a professional digital sampler released in 1997, marking Yamaha's return to the serious sampling market after nearly a decade. Housed in a 2U rackmount case, this ambitious instrument represents a significant leap forward in...
The GS e7 is a seven-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer based on subtractive synthesis, with a fully analog sound generation path. Each voice is built around two voltage-controlled oscillators (VCO), a white noise source, a mixer, a voltage-controlled...
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 Korg X3 is a music synthesizer and workstation released by Korg in 1993. It features a 61-key velocity-sensitive keyboard, 16-track sequencer, and a variety of built-in sounds. It was the successor to the popular Korg M1 and was widely used by professional musicians and producers in the 1990s.
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 Dave Smith Poly Evolver Keyboard (PEK) represents the culmination of the Evolver evolution, transforming from its origins as a monophonic desktop unit into a fully-realized polyphonic keyboard synthesizer. Created by legendary synth designer Dave...
