The Moog Memorymoog stands as one of the most coveted and controversial synthesizers in the analog realm. Released in 1982 as the final instrument from Moog Music before the company's bankruptcy, this hefty polyphonic synthesizer was designed to deliver...
The Waldorf Rocket is a compact, monophonic synthesizer that combines digital oscillators with an analog filter. Released unexpectedly in 2012 after the announcement of the Pulse 2, this tabletop synth packs impressive sonic capabilities into a small,...
The Waldorf Pulse 2 is a desktop monophonic analog synthesizer that builds upon the legacy of the original Pulse and Pulse Plus from the mid-1990s. Released after a lengthy development period (announced in 2012), this modern iteration adopts the form...
Akai S01 Sampler: Professional Sampling at a Budget Price The Akai S01 represents a significant breakthrough in the accessibility of professional sampling technology. Released as an unexpected addition to Akai's renowned 'S' series of samplers, the S01...
The Rise of a Hip-Hop Legend: The E-mu SP-1200 Story In August 1987, E-mu Systems released a machine that would help define the sound of hip-hop's golden age - the SP-1200 sampling drum machine. Created by Dave Rossum, this unassuming piece of equipment...
