From new and upcoming releases to updates, there are plenty of things happening in the world of software synths and plugins.

As we approach the second quarter of 2024, synthesizer enthusiasts have already experienced plenty of great releases.

 Online retailer Fanatical, known for selling games, books, and software in heavily discounted bundles, has announced its Plugins & Sounds: Music Making Easy Bundle.

Akai has announced the availability of the MPC Key 37, a dynamic standalone MPC desktop synthesizer.

The Bob Moog Foundation’s 2024 Winter Raffle is in full swing, and this time, one lucky winner will walk away with a Moog Source synthesizer.

After a great start to 2024 with the National Association of Music Merchants Show, synth enthusiasts were treated to plenty of exciting new announcements.

The new year has barely begun, but already it is looking like it will be a big one for synthesizer enthusiasts.

Stylophone has recently announced two new products that are available for pre-order. First up is the CPM DS-2, which is an analog drone synthesizer.

Yamaha has released SEQTRAK, describing it as the ultimate music creation station that empowers users to capture, create, and connect with fans.

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