Best Music Keyboards & Synth Pads
Learn more about the best analog synths, digital synths, virtual analog synths and MIDI controllers under the sun from Performer’s staff of synth geeks. From vintage Moog and ARP synths to modern MIDI and synth products from Roland, Yamaha and Novation, the world of synthesizers (especially finding the best synthesizer for your budget) can be a tricky one to navigate. That’s why we’ve compiled reviews on the latest synths and synth news from the annual NAMM show, as well as in-depth buyer’s guides to help you choose the right synth for your needs.
The technology behind today’s synthesizers, both hardware and software-based, is rapidly changing. So let us help you learn more about not only the best synths in production, but also other types of keyboards, keyboard controllers, keyboard amps, digital stage pianos and today’s modern samplers.
Some of our most popular articles and synthesizer reviews include:
Yamaha MONTAGE6 61-Key Synthesizer Review
MOOG Mother-32 Semi-Modular Synthesizer REVIEW
GEAR ROUNDUP: The Best Synthesizers Under $1000
How to Build a Eurorack Modular System
What’s Behind The Resurgence of Analog Synthesizers?
3 Tips For Getting Great Sounds From Your Analog Synth
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VIDEO: IK Multimedia iRig Keys 2 PRO REVIEW
“Perfect for your iPhone, Android or computer.” We recently sent composer and musician Laura Reynolds a new iRig Keys 2 from IK Multimedia to test...
iRig Keys 2 PRO MIDI Controller iRig Keys 2 PRO MIDI Controller
IK Multimedia’s new iRig Keys 2 PRO MIDI Controller is entering a crowded field of MIDI controllers for today’s modern workflows. So, what sets this...
REVIEW: Casio PSX3000 Stage Piano
While we’ve been raving about the explosion in the synth market these past few years, the world of digital pianos has seemingly been flying under...
Novation Peak Synthesizer Review
With the new addition of the Summit synth to their lineup, we take a look at the still-relevant Peak polysynth from the folks at Novation,...
REVIEW: Yamaha P-125 Digital Piano
We liked the Casio digital piano we review elsewhere in this month’s issue, don’t get us wrong. But we also had this new Yamaha P-125...
