Arturia launch a firmware update for the Microfreak, introducing a range of new features including a new Sample Engine, three new granular synthesis engines and a new set of factory presets.
As part of Japan, Richard Barbieri soon became the thinking person’s synthesist, famous for his rich and textural electronic backings that beautifully complemented the work of other band members to forge what is still a unique sound to this day.
Yamaha's latest portable stage keyboards build on the sucess of the CP and YC series, and come packed with a wide range of built-in sounds, hands-on control and sound design capabilites.
The latest version of Clavia’s flagship instrument boasts a new panel design, a premium triple sensor keybed, a powerful new effects section, and a new Preset Library loaded with piano, synth, and organ sounds.
Back in November 2020 Don Lewis discussed his time programming the Yamaha DX7’s factory sounds. In the wake of Don’s passing, we decided to publish this excerpt and put on record his important contribution to this iconic synth.