Sequential Fourm Synthesizer vs The Vintage Pro-One


Synthesist Starsky Carr – in his latest video – shares a head-to-head comparison between the classic Sequential Circuits Pro-One monophonic synthesizer and the new Sequential Fourm.

“At first glance, the architecture looks familiar,” notes Carr. “But the big question is this: does the Fourm capture the raw punch, deep bass, and aggressive character that made the Pro-One a cult classic?”

Watch the video and let us know what you think in the comments!

 

Shut Up & Play: Sounds Of Frap Tools Magnolia Synthesizer


Italian synth maker Frap Tools recently released the Magnolia, a flagship 8-voice analog through-zero FM synthesizer, featuring a Fatar keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch.

In the video, synthesist Gattobus shares a shut-up-and-play style demo of the Frap Tools Magnolia, featuring both factory presets and some of his custom patches.

Here’s what he shared about the technical details:

“Most of the FX you hear in the video are internal. No external FX were added except for a couple of patches; check the upper right corner of the screen for details.”

Share your thoughts on the Frap Tools Magnolia in the comments!

The Frap Tools Magnolia is available now, with a street price of about $4,830 USD.

Ardour 9 Now Available For Linux, Mac + Windows, Here’s What’s New


Ardour 9.0 – the latest major update to the open-source DAW – is now available for Linux, Mac and Windows.

Here’s what’s new in Ardour 9.0:

  • Pianoroll windows for MIDI editing.
  • New bottom pane in the cue sequencer for editing MIDI and audio clips.
  • Clips recording in the cue sequencer.
  • Region effects.
  • Real-time perceptual analyzer.
  • Note brushing.
  • Keyboard-driven automation editing.
  • Mixer strips importing and exporting to exchange processing between sessions.
  • Multitouch support for Windows and Linux.
  • Improved New/Open/Recent Session dialog.
  • Revamped ruler UI.
  • Step recording improvements.
  • Better AAF importing support.
  • Faster UI on macOS.
  • MIDI maps for newer Novation, Nektar, and Arturia gear.
  • Improved support for Icon Pro Audio V1-M, P1-M, and P-NANO controllers.


Ardour 9.0 is available now, as a ready-to-run program and source code.