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Moog Foundation Shares ‘Lost’ Synth Legends Panel Discussion

This ‘lost’ video captures a once-in-a-lifetime panel discussion featuring Bob Moog, Tom Oberheim, Dave Smith, Marcus Ryle and Roger Linn. … Read More Moog Foundation Shares ‘Lost’ Synth Legends Panel Discussion

August 24, 20254 Comments

Sequential Celebrates 50th Anniversary Of Its Founding

As part of their celebration, Sequential has added a new section to their site, the 50 Years of Sequential timeline.… Read More Sequential Celebrates 50th Anniversary Of Its Founding

September 12, 2024September 12, 20245 Comments

Sequential Prophet-5 Vintage Synth Review

French composer & synthesist Eric Mouquet (Deep Forest) shared this review of the classic Sequential Prophet-5 synthesizer.… Read More Sequential Prophet-5 Vintage Synth Review

June 3, 20242 Comments

Synthesizer Pioneer Dave Smith Honored Through Bob Moog Foundation ‘Captains of Industry’ Campaign

The Bob Moog Foundation announced today that the family of Dave Smith, synthesizer and MIDI pioneer, is honoring his legacy through the Foundation’s Captains of Industry program. … Read More Synthesizer Pioneer Dave Smith Honored Through Bob Moog Foundation ‘Captains of Industry’ Campaign

April 3, 2023April 3, 20232 Comments

A Brief Story of The Sequential Prophet-5

Here’s a look at the creation of the Sequential Circuits Prophet-5, covering how it brought together advances in analog voice chips, computer control and keyboard scanning.… Read More A Brief Story of The Sequential Prophet-5

January 1, 2023January 2, 20232 Comments

Behringer PRO-800 Polysynth Module Coming In April 2023 For $599 (Sneak Preview)

The PRO-800 copies the 40 year-old synth design of the Prophet-600, but increases the polyphony from 6 to 8 voices, and incorporates the GliGli firmware mods, which expand on the original’s synthesis options. … Read More Behringer PRO-800 Polysynth Module Coming In April 2023 For $599 (Sneak Preview)

December 7, 2022December 7, 2022108 Comments

Sequential Intros Trigon-6 6-Voice Polyphonic Analog Synth, The Last Synth Dave Smith Contributed To

Sequential has introduced the Trigon-6, a new 6-voice analog synth that features the company’s take on the classic Moog 3-VCO-plus-ladder-filter tone, in a modern polyphonic instrument design.… Read More Sequential Intros Trigon-6 6-Voice Polyphonic Analog Synth, The Last Synth Dave Smith Contributed To

November 17, 2022November 17, 202264 Comments

Sequential Celebrates 20 Years Of Making Incredible Synths

Sequential shared this video to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the company, featuring OB-X8 designers Tom Oberheim, Dave Smith, Marcus Ryle and Tony Karavidas.… Read More Sequential Celebrates 20 Years Of Making Incredible Synths

October 22, 2022October 25, 20224 Comments

Sequential Founder & ‘Father Of MIDI’ Dave Smith Has Died

Dave Smith (1950–2022) was one of the most influential electronic music gear designers, not just of his generation, but of all time.… Read More Sequential Founder & ‘Father Of MIDI’ Dave Smith Has Died

June 1, 2022June 1, 202281 Comments

Sequential Take 5 Synthesizer Pairs Classic Prophet Sound With Modern Effects

Synth pioneer Dave Smith has introduced the Sequential Take 5 synthesizer, a new five-voice VCO/VCF-based polyphonic synthesizer that combines features from the Prophet-5 rev4 with modern effects.… Read More Sequential Take 5 Synthesizer Pairs Classic Prophet Sound With Modern Effects

August 20, 2021August 23, 202187 Comments

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