BAGS & CASES
PIANOS, KEYBOARDS & SYNTHESIZERS
ROLAND SH-4D DESKTOP SYNTHESIZER
Roland has expanded the creative potential of its SH-4d Desktop Synthesizer with Version 2.0. The free upgrade gives electronic music producers new sonic capabilities with two expressive new OSC models, pattern chaining for streamlined performances and serious workflow refinements. ‘Step’ for step-based LFO modulation to produce dynamic movement within tones. From rigid, classic analog step sequencer-inspired phrases locked into the groove, to experimental soundscapes with curves, swells, bleeps and bloops. ‘Harmonic’ for rich, layered sounds with a classic drawbar organ layout. Prime for creating essential house bass tones, bell-like chimes, deep pads, and powerful organ sounds with hands-on control of four harmonically tuned drawbars. {roland.com}
GROOVE SYNTHESIS 3RD WAVE 8M
Groove Synthesis has debuted the 3rd Wave 8M — a compact desktop synthesizer that brings the Groove Syn- thesis sound to a more accessible price-point, without compromising sound quality or core features. Building on the success of the flagship 24-voice 3rd Wave models 24K and 24M, the new 8M features eight voices of po- lyphony and bi-timbral operation in a streamlined desktop format. The 3rd Wave 8M maintains complete patch compatibility with the 24-voice 3rd Wave models, letting users seamlessly integrate the 8M into existing setups or upgrade to larger models in the future. The streamlined user interface focuses on performance-oriented con- trols while utilizing a larger, more intuitive display for deep sound design capabilities. {groovesynthesis.com}
MOOG MUSIC MOOG MESSENGER
Moog Music has unveiled the Moog Messenger, a compact yet powerful monophonic analog synthesizer designed to de- liver the Moog sound to a new generation of musicians. Mes- senger blends analog warmth with functionality, like dynamic wavefolding, a next-generation ladder filter with resonance bass compensation, and a hands-on interface. This makes it an ideal instrument for both newcom- ers to synthesis and seasoned musicians seeking depth and expressiveness. {moogmusic.com}
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