Getting into modular synthesizers can require a real investment in time, patience, and not to mention money. Although if you’re interested in messing around with synths and teaching yourself the ...

Native Instruments’ Massive has proven to be one of the most enduringly popular software synths of all time. More than a decade after its release, it’s still a big favourite among computer musicians.

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When it was released in 2017 VCV Rack quickly became a hit. The free, open source virtual modular synth with thousands of modules to choose from (including recreations of popular physical ones) gave ...