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Childs Drum Set
A childs drum set introduces rhythm, coordination and timing through a scaled-down kit for young players.
MIDI Keyboard
Compact or full-size controllers for software instruments, hardware synths and production workflows in studio or live se...
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Key MIDI
Key MIDI controllers for studio, live and home use. Explore compact USB options, full-size keybeds and hands-on DAW cont...
Synthesizer
Find a synthesizer for studio sound design, live performance and electronic music, from classic analogue tones to versat...
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Digital Drum Sets
Digital drum sets offer quieter rehearsal, flexible sounds and a familiar kit feel for homes, studios and stages.
Digital Drum Set
Digital drum set kits combine realistic playing feel with quiet practice, recording flexibility and electronic sound opt...
MIDI Controller
Flexible controllers for software instruments, recording and live performance, from compact pads to full keyboard setups...
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Vocoder
Vocoders for robotic vocal effects, sound design and expressive electronic performance.
Moog Synthesizer
Moog synthesiser models are prized for analogue warmth, hands-on control and a distinctive musical character.
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Modular Synthesizer
Fully custom electronic instruments built from separate modules for deep sound design and live patching.
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Synth Module
A synth module provides powerful synthesis in a compact format for sequencers, controllers and space-saving studio setup...
Behringer Synthesizer
Affordable synthesis instruments for beginners and experienced players who want hands-on sound design and analogue-style...
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Make Noise Pro Audio for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Getting started with Make Noise means learning modular synthesis from the ground up. This guide covers the right entry point, basic signal flow, and how to progress.
Midi Foot Controller: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The right MIDI foot controller depends on your setup and how you perform — this guide cuts through the options so you know what to buy and what to spend.
Common Sequential Mistakes to Avoid
Small, avoidable habits that make a great Sequential harder to use than it should be — and the straightforward fix for each one.
Midi Controller for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Getting your first MIDI controller feels bigger than it needs to be. Here's how to get playing today, without reading every spec sheet on the internet.
Novation Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Novation isn't one product but three: controllers, synthesizers and grooveboxes. Here's how to tell them apart and where each one fits.
Korg Synthesizer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Korg synthesizer range has clear tiers and well-defined purposes. Here's how to find the right model for your use case and budget without getting lost in the options.
What to Look for When Buying Samplers
The specs all look the same and every reviewer swears by a different box. Here's what actually matters when you buy a sampler — starting with how you like to make music.
Arturia Midi Keyboard: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Arturia range covers more ground than almost any competitor. Here is a clear framework for choosing the right model at the right price for your setup.
Synthesizer Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A synthesizer generates sound electronically, building it from oscillators, filters, and envelopes. Here is how the whole thing fits together — and why it matters.
49 Key Midi Keyboard for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Getting started with a 49 key MIDI keyboard is simpler than it appears. This guide covers connection, DAW choice, and the first things to learn once you're set up.
Common Keytar Mistakes to Avoid
I've watched a fair few players learn these lessons the hard way, usually mid-song. Here's what trips keytar players up most, and how to avoid it.
The Best Roland Keyboards for the Money
There's no single best Roland keyboard, only the best one for what you're about to do with it. Here's how the range splits by player and price.
49 Key Midi Keyboard: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a 49 key MIDI keyboard is easy to get wrong from a spec sheet. This buyer's guide covers what actually matters — key feel, aftertouch, controls, and software bundles.
Common Midi Controller Mistakes to Avoid
Most MIDI controller frustration isn't a hardware fault at all. Here are the seven avoidable mistakes that actually cause it, and the fix for each one.
Common Synthesizer Mistakes to Avoid
Most synthesizer mistakes come from impatience and misunderstanding the fundamentals. Here are the ones that come up most often, and what to do about them.
Ableton Push 3 Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Push 3 is Ableton's most complete hardware instrument yet — here's how it works, what the two versions do differently, and how to get the most from it.
Pocket Operator: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right Pocket Operator comes down to what you want to make. Here's a practical breakdown of every model so you can pick the one that fits your workflow.
Common Arturia Synthesizer Mistakes to Avoid
Arturia instruments reward engagement — and many players leave their capabilities largely untapped. Here are the recurring mistakes and how to avoid them.
Synth Module: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A synth module that fits in a demo video won't necessarily fit your case or your power supply. Here's what to check before you buy your first one.
Modular Synthesizer: A Complete Guide
Separate building blocks you wire together yourself — here's what a modular synthesizer is, its main modules, and a short history worth knowing.
The Best Keytars for the Money
Rather than crown one winner, here's how the keytar field actually breaks down by the kind of player you are — and which category to shop in.
Sequential: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Voice count, filter character, sequencing depth and the practical details that matter — a straightforward guide to choosing the right Sequential.
Vocoder: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Hardware, software or a dedicated keyboard? Here's how to work out which type of vocoder actually suits how you make music, before you spend a penny.
Yamaha Dx Synthesizers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Vintage hardware or modern FM? Here is exactly what to check before buying Yamaha DX synthesizers, from the internal battery to MIDI implementation and aftertouch.
Sound design and control
Synthesizers & MIDI instruments are at the heart of modern electronic music production, offering a wide range of sounds, editing options and controller functions. They suit players who want to shape tones rather than simply play preset sounds.
Studio and live use
This category covers instruments used for songwriting, recording, sound design and performance, including models with sequencing, arpeggiation and deep modulation tools. Synthesizers & MIDI gear can also connect to computers, software and external modules for a flexible setup.
Creative flexibility
From classic analogue-style textures to digital synthesis and controller-based workflows, Synthesizers & MIDI products give musicians extensive control over tone and arrangement. They are ideal for producers, keyboard players and live performers building a versatile rig.
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- Digital Drum Sets
- Digital Synthesizer
- Digital to Analog Converter
- Drum Amplifiers
- Drum Beats
- Drum Hanger
- Drum N Bass Vinyl
- Drum Pad Controller
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- MIDI Controller
- MIDI Drum Pads
- MIDI Foot Controller
- MIDI Interface
- MIDI Keyboard
- MIDI Pad Controller
- MIDI Pianos
- Mini MIDI Keyboard
- Mixer Controller
- Mixer for Turntables
- Modal Synthesizer
- Modular Synth
- Modular Synth Patch Cables
- Modular Synthesizer
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