UDO Audio revealed the DMNO at Machina Bristronica 2025 in Bristol, and the reaction was immediate. As of March 20, 2026, the synth has started shipping to retailers. First units are going to pre-order customers, so availability may be limited at first. UDO AUDIO DMNO Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, We’ll get a small kickback - at no extra cost to you. It helps us keep Noise Harmony going. Thank you! What is UDO Audio DMNO? DMNO

Spring is a good time to shake things up. Maybe your current setup still works, but it stopped exciting you. Maybe there's been a synth on your wishlist for months. Or maybe you just want to try something new and see where it takes you. Thomann's Spring Sale runs until April 8 - over 700 deals, discounts up to 60%, covering everything from guitars and studio gear to live equipment and recording software. It's a big one! Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choo

Getting your first synthesizer is always a bit of a shock. Many people buy one, get overwhelmed after a few days, and stop using it. Choosing the right first instrument really decides whether you stick with it or give up. But when you find the right one, it becomes the instrument you come back to every single time. You look at it and think: why are there so many knobs… and do we really need all of them? Which is exactly what this Best Synthesizers for Beginners - 2026 Guide i

Waldorf Music introduces the Iridium Desktop MK2 , the new generation of the highly acclaimed Iridium Desktop synthesizer, originally launched in 2020. Used and embraced by countless artists and sound designers since its release, Waldorf Music is now, six years later, taking its sonic success story even further. Waldorf Music Iridium Desktop MK2 Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to you. It

Three years is a long time in the synth world. When Behringer first showed the Neptune-80 back in 2023, a lot of producers and gear fans started paying attention. Since then, people have been waiting, guessing, and asking the same question: when is it finally coming out? Now we have an answer. The synth once known as Neptune-80 has officially arrived under a new name: JN-80, and it’s already up for pre-order at selected retailers. Behringer JN-80 Also check: Behringer Poly D

Leviasynth® is ASM’s all-new 16-voice, 8-oscillator digital-analog hybrid synthesizer, created to expand on the foundations that made the Hydrasynth® a staple on stages and in studios worldwide. Housed in a rugged solid-steel chassis and equipped with an enhanced Polytouch® polyphonic aftertouch keybed, Leviasynth® introduces a powerful new hybrid synthesis engine designed for uncompromising sonic exploration. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy thr

u-he has released Zebra 3, the long-awaited modular synth plugin, into public beta. After more than a decade of development, according to u-he, this complete rewrite brings new sound engines, enhanced filters, and a modern interface to one of synthesis’s most respected tools. u-he Zebra 3 Also check: U-he Diva Free Presets – 20 Sounds for Electronic, Techno, Synthwave and More U-he DIVA – Is This the Queen Among Virtual Synthesizers in 2025? | Review Tips and Tricks to Master

Season 5 of Stranger Things is still underway, and with the anticipation around the remaining episodes rising, we wanted to mark the moment by sharing our unique graphic and a free patch for the Behringer Poly-D, designed to capture the pulsing, atmospheric character of the show’s iconic main theme. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to you. It helps me keep Noise Harmony going. Also check:

U-he Diva has long been a favorite among producers looking for analog-style warmth, deep modulation and precise control. If you own it, you already know what this synth is capable of. To help you get even more out of it, we’ve put together a new collection of 20 free presets for U-he Diva   - all royalty-free and ready to use in your own productions. This pack includes a wide range of sounds: 7 arpeggios 2 bells 1 FX 5 pads 1 pluck 1 stab 3 synth-style tones They’re great as

Arturia has expanded its AstroLab family with a brand-new 37-key model and this isn’t just a “shrunk-down” version. AstroLab 37 brings the full power of the original AstroLab into a compact, stage-ready, throw-it-in-your-backpack format that still feels like a serious instrument, not a compromise. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to you. It helps me keep Noise Harmony going. Also check: T

If you’re looking to expand your VST synth collection, there’s a strong lineup available right now: Arturia Pigments 6, u-he Diva, Korg Triton / Triton Extreme, ROLI Equator2, Korg ARP Odyssey, D16 LuSH-2, Korg multi/poly native, GForce Oberheim OB-X, Korg MS-20, and Cherry Audio Rhodes Chroma. All plugins are available here on Plugin Boutique . Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to you. It

Korg just dropped Collection 6, and it’s the kind of release that makes you stop and think about what’s actually possible in software now. This isn’t about adding another bread and butter workstation or a minor update to an existing plugin. Korg went straight for the wish list: the PS 3300, one of the rarest analog synths ever made, and the Trinity, the ’90s workstation that defined an entire era of production. Oh, and they threw in the SGX 2 piano engine for good measure. Ko

Plugin sales move quickly. One day there’s an 84% discount on something that’s been sitting on your wishlist, and the next, it’s gone. We’ve rounded up the best deals available right now, covering amp simulation, drum production, dynamic EQ, vocal processing, and more. If you’ve been waiting to update your plugin library, now’s a smart time to do it. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to yo

Behringer just dropped another entry in its growing Mini synth lineup, and this one’s bringing classic Oberheim vibes at a price that’s hard to ignore. The UB Xa Mini takes the sound engine from its flagship UB Xa polysynth and shrinks it down to something you can toss in a bag. You’re getting three analog oscillators, a dual slope filter, and a motion sequencer. Not bad for pocket change. Behringer UB-Xa Mini Also check: Behringer Poly D Hidden Sequencer Shortcuts You Need t

A decade on from Omnisphere 2, Omnisphere 3 is coming soon. This isn’t a minor refresh. It’s a major update that will add new features across the board, from sound design tools and modulation options to a huge expansion of the factory sound library. Spectrasonics Omnisphere 3 Also check: 17 Advanced Tips for Serum 2 | FREE E-BOOK Mastering Shortcuts in Ableton Live for Enhanced Efficiency Vanilla 33: Exclusive Serum 2 Presets Pack by Noise Harmony Xfer Records’ Serum 2 Dream

If you’ve just downloaded a new Serum 2 preset pack and want to start using it right away, this quick guide will show you exactly how to install it. Whether it’s a single preset or a full pack, the process is simple and only takes a minute. Xfer Serum 2 Also check: 17 Advanced Tips for Serum 2 | FREE E-BOOK 5 Tips for Serum 2 You Probably Didn’t Know Vanilla 33: Exclusive Serum 2 Presets Pack by Noise Harmony Xfer Records’ Serum 2 Dream Horizon: New Presets Pack from Noise H

If you’ve been looking for new sounds to explore on your Korg Minilogue XD, we’ve got something special for you. Our latest pack, Isenveil Ambient Presets, is all about atmosphere, texture, and expression, inspired by northern landscapes. It’s a collection of 60+ custom patches designed to bring your Minilogue XD to life in new ways. Also check: Shortcuts for Korg Minilogue XD You Need to Know Noise Harmony’s New Preset Packs for Korg Minilogue XD Motions Vol. 1 Is the Korg M

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15 iconic KORG instruments for just a few hundred dollars — is that even possible? In a way, yes. KORG offers VST versions of many of its most beloved keyboards, well-known among players and producers alike.  Of course, we all love our hardware synths — but try fitting even a few of them into a backpack. You might not even fit them into a car, unless you’re driving a truck. With plugins, that problem disappears. Toss a laptop and a small MIDI controller into your bag, and y

Universal Audio doesn’t release new synth plugins very often, so when they do, it’s worth paying attention. Their latest offering,...