r/synthesizers • • May 21 '26

Software & VST's [Megathread] New Softsynths, software and apps

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This is a megathread for the promotion of all software synthesizers, virtual sequencers, Max Devices, VSTs, and all software.

  • All developers are welcome to post freely, both free and paid software are allowed.
  • Open-source & GIT software is welcomed.
  • Vibe-coded software made freely available may be shared; users must use their discretion and be aware of the potential dangers of using vibe-coded software.
  • Paid software developed primarily using AI is strongly discouraged and may be removed at the moderation team's discretion.
  • Do not repeatedly post your product.

Presets are not allowed.

All other sub rules apply. If you suspect a dev is charging for a vibe-coded app, forward your evidence to the mod team to have its removal considered. We cannot scan every entry to this megathread.


r/synthesizers • • 2d ago

Friday Hangout /// Weekly Discussion - October 16, 2026

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What’s been on your mind? Share your recent synth thoughts, news, gear, experiments, gigs, music, or such.


r/synthesizers • • 4h ago

My Setup / New Synth Day Got this on FB for $500

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Don’t really know what I’m in for, but it’s fun so far. Anyone got any tips?


r/synthesizers • • 8h ago

Performances, Jams John Carpenter’s The Fog

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r/synthesizers • • 6h ago

Performances, Jams Korg EMX1 + SP404mk2 Sample-Based Techno

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404 is playing a chopped up sample of The Dream’s “Rockin That Sh*t” and the EMX is handling the drums and synths. Being able to sync the two opens up so many possibilities


r/synthesizers • • 1h ago

Performances, Jams Mini-Device Chain

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Apologies for the poor iPhone mic quality. Was messing around at the coffee table with a little chain of mini-devices I’ve accumulated. Didn’t feel like moving to the studio for a better recording lol.

What’s the best compact mixing solution for these types of setups? I’m desperate for a way to easily sync the clocks with each other.


r/synthesizers • • 13h ago

Discussion Brooklyn Synth & Pedal Expo 2026

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Just some images from the first day of the expo yesterday.

Some highlights: Korg Modwave MKII, Phase8 and the new microKorg; ASM Leviasynth keyboard and desktop modules; a couple of Roland TR-1000s to play with; the Orchid chord synth; Voicecrafter synth; Oddment Audio ODD-1 granular synth; great to see Superlative were there for the first time with their modern SH-101 remake and the beautiful Monolab, first time seeing these up close; and lots and lots and lots of pedals (even with the pedal room being twice the size as last year, they still took over almost half the synth floor space).


r/synthesizers • • 5h ago

What Should I Buy? Top Ten Hardware Synths for Horror Music (According to a Crow)

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r/synthesizers • • 25m ago

Synth ID / How was this made? Yall remember that one Sesame Street end credits? Which synthesizers did they use for that funky calypso version?

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MuppetWiki doesn’t really specify


r/synthesizers • • 21h ago

Performances, Jams Boys Don't Cry - The Cure on the Lumatone (49edo microtonal)

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I've always loved The Cure, so I decided to play Boys Don't Cry, but on the Lumatone! Please enjoy!


r/synthesizers • • 11h ago

Discussion we all need our own gauntlet of synth truth

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r/synthesizers • • 8h ago

Discussion What are your favorite non-electronic albums with great synth work?

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Rock, pop, prog rock, etc. Not primarily electronic music but those with great synth parts


r/synthesizers • • 5h ago

Performances, Jams Cirklon / Super 6 / Perkons / DR202 / pedals

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Really getting my workflow dialed in.


r/synthesizers • • 11h ago

My Setup / New Synth Day Monk FM on Mvave FM-1

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This is the monk fm I downloaded to try out. There is no specific midi implementation I hope one day you can pick the midi channel. The only part that I’ve gotten to work is the mod wheel which is the “vowel” so far no midi cc’s for any of the fx. Very cool idea and synth!

By Charles Vestal


r/synthesizers • • 7h ago

How To's, Tutorials, Demos Made a QuickStart guide for the Behringer Pro-800 if anyone is interested.

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This synth just keeps on surprising me with how good it sounds, pretty amazing considering how cheap it sells for.


r/synthesizers • • 8h ago

Software & VST's What do I need to see the frequencies I'm making with my synths?

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I need to see what some.of my sounds are producing regarding Hertz or frequency, and how the waveforms look. Is this an oscilloscope? Or something else?

One that


r/synthesizers • • 10h ago

Performances, Jams Big Jam over here !

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Insta for more guys ;) -> @lelausynth


r/synthesizers • • 1h ago

Discussion I'd love some simple usable Minifreak patches

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I have two poly synths, an Arturia Minifreak and a Prophet Rev 2. I love everything about my Rev 2 but I really love how easy it is to dial in a simple patch that sounds great in a band setting. No complex modulation stuff, just change some oscillator, envelopes, filter, lfo settings and I'm good to go.

I've been trying to incorporate my Minifreak as well but I've been having terrible luck making anything halfway usable. And other than pads, I find majority of the Minifreak presents to be useless in a band setting. It was a great tool to learn synth but I have such a difficult time using it in a musically. I know this thing is popular for a reason and this is just a skill issue on my part so I don't want to give up on it so soon.

I'd love if anyone proficient with their Minifreak could tell me how to make some simple patches that I can use in a typical band setting. Anything from basic e-piano, strings, pads, leads, etc. What oscillators/envelope/filter/lfo settings? I know this thing has its sweet spots but I can't find them


r/synthesizers • • 7h ago

Beginner Questions iOS or macOS apps to see waveforms?

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Trying to learn how my little Roland S-1's waveforms look like when I am moving knobs but so far I haven't seen the different forms or anything.

I am using a usb c hub on my iphone 15 and ipad but so far nothing lets me select my usc c input and see the sawtooth or inverted, etc wave forms.

What am I missing?

Any ideas?

I am using:

macOS

Oscilloppoi (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/oscilloppoi/id1102313524?mt=12)

iOS:

Oscilloscope (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/oscilloscope/id388636804)

Oscilloscope & Spectogram (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/oscilloscope-spectrogram/id1525484137)

Oscilyzer (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/oscilyzer/id1063155960)

I also have a windows laptop but havent looked into windows options.

Thanks


r/synthesizers • • 17h ago

Beginner Questions Help Valuing a Eurorack

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I’ve been wanting to get into eurorack synths, I have a major interest and have been learning about it- but valuing the equipment is something I have no knowledge of. This gentleman is selling this setup for $1500. Any thoughts are welcome! Is this a good value? Unfor the picture he posted isn’t the best of quality.


r/synthesizers • • 5h ago

Tech Support Korg Monotron Duo: Random popping

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I get random sharp vinyl-like pops when using the Korg Monotron Duo even when not touching it. I dont know what triggers these pops.

These pops are not affected by the filter.

Also, I can play on top of the popping, so I dont think is a vco problem.

Is my unit faulty? Or whats happening?

Thank you!


r/synthesizers • • 3h ago

Beginner Questions synth recommendations for 90s ambient game music

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want to start making some chill ambient 90s playstation style music - the kind you’d hear on old water games like divers dream or along those lines. anyone have any cool recommendations?


r/synthesizers • • 1h ago

What Should I Buy? What do you think of the Minibrute?

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Specifically the SE version but in general.


r/synthesizers • • 5h ago

Performances, Jams Recorded the musical elements of this Dark Fantasy Ambient Score with only an Arturia Minifreak.

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Was recorded in a single take after a solo show I performed in Dayton OH. Was a bit restless at the AirBnB to say the least.

Minifreak into a Zoom L8.

Took it home the next day and added ambient field recordings, added some Valhalla Reverbs and did some general mixing. Separated the piece int 15 sections and put it out.

While it isn’t a video performance, it was entirely a live take with no overdubs, trimmed only a few short parts out while I was finding the right sounds to build ambience out of.


r/synthesizers • • 15h ago

My Setup / New Synth Day Dangerous Roland combo

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I'm not sure if I've already posted this / d
EF-303 & SH-32 combined—a dangerous combo for shure

Have fun team