If you’re into fun, hands-on machines (that can also do some work for you), the recently launched Polyend Play should definitely be on your radar. Play is an extremely intuitive, grid-based audio + MIDI groovebox (with 8 audio tracks and 8 polyphonic MIDI tracks), with advanced randomization/generative features. It comes…
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Polyend Announce Anywhere, Preset and Poly 2 Modules Plus Firmware Upgrade for Medusa
At Superbooth 2019, Polyend are showcasing three new Eurorack modules and a major firmware update for their Medusa synth. Polyend Anywhere This self-explanatory module looks like a great option for those who enjoy taking their Eurorack systems to the park, on the rooftop or to the swimming pool (!?!). –…
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From Sample Curation To Creation: Splice Originals Debuts With Laraaji, Machinedrum And Hidden Sonic Gems
Great news from Splice Sounds! This week they have launched Splice Originals, a new in-house sample label in collaboration with artists who have made unique contributions to music and sound. With their expansion from sample curation to sample creation, Splice hope to identify and dive into the vast niches, genres,…
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Medusa, The Monster Synth-Meets-Controller At Superbooth [VIDEO]
Medusa, the synth-meets-expressive controller created by Polyend and Dreadbox, was one of the most intriguing instruments we’ve seen at Superbooth this year. Both companies are at the top of their games (see also our Polyend Poly review) and with Medusa they might hit it out of the park – finally, a tool…
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Sonic Joy Awards 2017 – Our Best Of The Year
Welcome to the 2017 Sonic Joy awards! As you probably know by now, the Sonic Joy awards are our humble tribute to the music tech industry. It doesn’t pretend to be ‘the ultimate list’, but hopefully it will help you to discover some new tools and make awesome music!…
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Polyend Poly – Polyphonic MIDI To CV Converter Meets ROLI Seaboard Rise (VIDEO)
At SuperBooth 2017 we visited the Polyend team to talk about their upcoming products (Poly, a polyphonic MIDI to CV Eurorack module, and Perc, a MIDI step sequencer, previously covered on ANR). Poly impressed me for its nifty features and straightforward approach, and I’m sure it will make many Eurorack…