Granular effects and synthesis are trendy, but often intimidating. Fragments makes it approachable.
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Casio's CT-S100V is a super fun singing keyboard. It's just a shame it's so damn expensive.
UA's first foray into budget audio interfaces is largely a success thanks to its unique 76 Compressor.
Fenders' Acoustasonic Player Telecaster trades versatility for price, but still costs too much.
With rich sound design tools and polyphonic aftertouch this is a surprising value at $600.
Animoog Z is a worthy successor to Moog's groundbreaking iOS instrument.
This fascinating pocket-sized remixer can be fun, but is clearly pushing the limits of its power.
Roland is dragging its iconic sampler into the modern age without sacrificing what made it special.
New Note Kits and the "smart" Kit Generator make the subscription-based Arcade more versatile.
Dubler 2 turns your voice into MIDI data. But it's probably best paired with its own custom USB mic.
IK Multimedia shows its serious about playing in the hardware synth space.
Arturia captures all the dusty, digital charm of the original Ensoniq SQ-80.
Modal proves once again that it can make impressive sounding synths for dirt cheap.
The Circuit Rhythm is a solid sampler at a reasonable price. The $400 groovebox takes of inspiration from the SP-404, but offers more modern features.
If you liked the original Spire portable studio from iZotope, you'll love the second generation. But be warned, the solid upgrades come at a price.
The Model:Cycles and Model:Samples finally get battery power. But is it worth $50?
A wonderfully weird, one-of-a-kind synth for drones, noise and lo-fi effects.
Arturia's updated FX collection adds seven new plug ins and is a much better bang-for-your-buck.
The Positive Grid Spark is one of, if not the most high-tech practice amp out there and packs a lot of versatility for $299.