Reviews

Honest reviews of synthesizer modules and complete synths, covering both new releases and classic gear to guide your purchasing decisions.

Close-up of the Korg Phase 8's row of metal resonating bars

3 min read

Korg phase8: sound design you can touch

Korg’s phase8 starts sound with prongs you can pluck and shape, making it feel more like an electro-acoustic instrument than a typical polysynth.

Befaco Crush Delay Eurorack module with a large orange knob and Time control

9 min read

Befaco Crush Delay: a gloriously glitchy delay

Transform your sounds with the Befaco Crush Delay—a digital delay module with a twist of glitchy chaos. Perfect for adding gritty, experimental textures.

Close-up of a white Eurorack envelope module with Attack, Decay, and EOC labels

6 min read

5 classic envelope generators worth your money

Discover 5 classic envelope generators that offer incredible value and versatility for your modular synth setup without breaking the bank.

Close-up of the Hertz Donut MKIII panel with orange knobs in pink light

12 min read

Hertz Donut Mark III: a killer digital FM oscillator

A powerful digital oscillator combining phase distortion and through-zero FM for complex, evolving sounds.

Close-up of the Phase Displacement Oscillator panel with Waveform, Coarse, and Fine knobs on a wood background

5 min read

5 (mostly) forgotten oscillators on a budget

Uncover hidden gem oscillators that deliver killer sounds and serious value for your modular synth setup, all without breaking the bank.