Archive for May, 2025

Samplab Resynthesizer Combines Simplicity Of Sampling With The Control Of A Synthesizer


Samplab has launched Resynthesizer, a new software synthesizer, for Mac and  Windows, that they say combines the simplicity of sampling with the flexibility of synthesis.

Resynthesizer recreates your audio with synthesis, and then gives you control over the sound. You can also create new sounds by blending two samples with a seamless transition.

Resynthesizer is available now with an intro price of $77.99 (normally $129.99).

 

MIDISID 4 ‘Morpheus’ Synthesizer Features Dual SID Chips For 6-Voice Polyphony


PeacockMedia has introduced MIDISID 4 Morpheus, a 6-voice MIDI synth based on the SID chip used in the Commodore 64.

The SID is a synthesizer on a chip with 3 voices. This has two, for a total of 6 voices. It also has MIDI in, so that you can control it from a keyboard, DAW, or anything else that produces MIDI.

It’s the latest version of their MIDISID synthesizer. Here’s what’s new:

  • Larger screen
  • Revised menu
  • New ‘duophonic’ mode
  • Physical ‘stereo/mono’ switch
  • USB-C socket, capable of acting as a USB host for MIDI-over-USB
  • Switch to Kung Fu SIDs rather than SwinSID nanos

The MIDISID 4 ‘Morpheus’ synthesizer is available now for $188.

Arturia Introduces AstroLab 88 Avant-Garde Stage Keyboard


Today, Arturia has  introduced the AstroLab 88 Avant-Garde Stage Keyboard, a flagship version of the instrument, featuring a full 88-key semi-weighted keyboard.

The AstroLab 88 expands on the original AstroLab with a premium hammer-action fatar keybed, 40 reference instruments and over 1600 sounds.

Features:

  • Semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch.
  • 40 instruments, 1,600 onboard presets and up to 10,000 additional sounds via V Collection and Pigments.
  • Built-in Arpeggiator, Chord, Scale modes, Looper, and hands-on macro controls.
  • Navigation wheel & screen: Browse sounds, switch presets, and view real-time feedback.
  • Extensive connectivity: MIDI DIN I/O, USB-C, plus pedal inputs for sustain, expression & more.
  • Software ecosystem: Includes Analog Lab Pro and AstroLab Connect for mobile sound management.

The AstroLab 88 is available now for $2,999.