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Choosing your first synth? Learn what to prioritise, which beginner-friendly models to consider, and how to pick a synth you will actually learn.

Should you buy a hardware synth? Weigh the real pros and cons versus software, who benefits most, and how to decide before you spend…

Hardware vs software synths compared in plain English: sound, workflow, cost and recall, plus how to decide which suits your music and home studio.

The best synths under 1000 dollars, where polyphony and deeper features open up, with picks from Korg, Arturia, ASM and Novation plus how to…

The best synths under 500 dollars that sound serious on a tight budget, with picks from Korg, Arturia and Behringer plus how to choose…

The best monophonic synths for fat bass and expressive leads, with picks from Moog, Arturia, Novation and Behringer plus how to choose your first…

The best polyphonic synths for chords, pads and lush textures, with analog and digital picks from Korg, Sequential, Novation and ASM plus how to…

The best analog synths for warm, hands-on sound, from monosynths to polysynths, with picks from Moog, Korg, Sequential and Behringer plus how to choose.

Analog vs digital synths explained in plain English: how each makes sound, what they are good at, and how to choose the right type…

The best budget hardware synths that sound great without draining your wallet, plus how to spot real value and which affordable picks suit your…