The Keys & Synths Gear Buying Guide
A great keyboard is only the beginning. The right stand, a road-ready case, a solid sustain pedal, and a MIDI interface or controller are what... Read more »
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Oct 20, 2026, 9:19 AM
Roland Jupiter-08 Mini Synth Demo
Roland has done it again with its Boutique series. This time around, it has re-created the Jupiter-08, making it compact and portable. Watch as... Read more »
Sep 5, 2026, 2:30 PM
10 Iconic Synth Riffs | Pink Floyd, Snoop Dogg, Joe Walsh
Riffs can make or break songs, and for Daniel Fisher, these synth and piano parts don’t miss! Watch as Daniel demonstrates 10 iconic synth and... Read more »
Aug 29, 2026, 9:15 AM
How Synthesizers Work
My first day of teaching a synth class (at college or at Sweetwater U) always begins with this analogy: “Imagine that you were the only witness... Read more »
Aug 16, 2026, 2:00 PM
Total Stereo Immersion: Dual Behringer Pro-800 Synths for 3D Analog Soundscapes
Over the past several years, Behringer has released a deluge of diverse synthesizers that pay homage to the iconic instruments of the ’70s and... Read more »
Aug 13, 2026, 3:00 PM
Classic ’80s Synth Sounds (Without the Vintage Price Tag) | Yamaha Reface CS
Many consider the original CS-80 to be the Holy Grail of synthesizers, but with prices soaring into the tens of thousands, it’s out of reach for... Read more »
Aug 8, 2026, 12:30 PM
How Chords Work — With Sound Samples
Have you ever looked across the stars, pondering the universe in all its expansive wonder, and thought, “how do chords work?” If so, this is the... Read more »
Aug 4, 2026, 3:39 PM
Can This Small Synth Really Replace a DX7? | Yamaha Reface DX
The Yamaha Reface DX reimagines the iconic sounds of the ’80s with a modern, tactile interface. Watch as Daniel Fisher breaks down the hardware,... Read more »
Jul 27, 2026, 3:17 PM
Best Polyphonic Synths 2026
As we roll into 2026, there has never been a better time for synthesizer fanatics. Between reissues of classic analog synths, forward-thinking... Read more »
Jul 26, 2026, 4:00 PM
Dreadbox Typhon: Portable, Powerful, Affordable Synth
One of the most common questions I receive is about finding a good starter analog synthesizer for either beginning synthesists or those who... Read more »