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...
The Clavia Nord Lead Rack is a virtual analog synthesizer module designed to emulate the classic sounds of vintage analog synthesizers. It features four voices of polyphony, a 16-voice multitimbral mode, and a wide range of modulation and effects...
The release of MC-505 took place in 1998. Groovebox is based on the same core as the JV series instruments are, and shares a lot with the JV/XP synthesizer lines. MC-505 is designed for aggressive genres of music, like techno, and for this purpose the...
