In the latest Synthdude video series offers a hands-on demo of the Casio FZ-1 sampling synthesizer.
The Casio FZ-1 comes from the mid-’80s, when the company was trying to make affordable profession gear. Though the sampling specs are lo-fi by today’s standards, the FZ-1’s hybrid architecture adds additive and subtractive synthesis, letting you create a wide range of interesting sounds.
In addition to offering an overview, the series also offers an introduction to sampling with the FZ-1.
If you’ve used the FZ-1, leave a comment and share your thoughts on it!
The latest sound library from LFOstore, Berlin Waves, features 50 presets and sequences for the Korg Opsix synthesizer.
While the Opsix builds on classic six-operator FM synthesis, it goes much further, adding new operator modes, 11 filter options, 30 effects, a polyphonic step sequencer and more.
Berlin Waves features patches and sequences inspired by the analog sounds of ’70s Berlin School music, especially synthesist Klaus Schulze. The sound library includes: classical sequences, leads, plucks, evolving arpeggios, pads and ‘massive’ poly sounds.
AudioKit Pro has announced Synthesthesia AR, a new application for Apple Vision Pro that “augments how you interact with sound”.
Synesthesia AR puts an array of audio tools into users’ virtual space, including a Chord Analyzer, Tuner, Spectrogram, Waveform, VU Meter, and Equalizer. The tools look like they are part of your physical space, and they respond to what you hear.
The example above shows how Synthesthesia AR can ‘listen’ to what you or others perform, and visualize the chords played in real time.
Features:
Chord Analyzer: Unlock the secrets of any chord with AI-driven analysis, displaying names and piano keyboard representations. Perfect for learning, teaching, and composing.
Tuner: Stay in tune with a visually stunning needle animation and a chart view for tracking your tuning history.
Spectrogram: See your sound with a detailed spectrogram view, revealing the rich textures of audio frequencies over time.
Waveform: Get a live oscilloscope-like view of your audio signal, offering a window into the dynamics of your music.
VU Meter: Gauge the amplitude of your incoming signal with a simple, intuitive display.
Equalizer: Visualize your audio’s frequency spectrum in real-time.
Synthesthesia AR is available now with an intro price of $19.99 (normally $39.99).
