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The Tech That Shaped Hip-Hop
Hip-hop’s ascent over the past half-century from the streets of the Bronx to the top of the charts and streaming playlists was made possible in part by new musical tech that bridged the analog and digital worlds of production. From drum machines and digital samplers to modified turntables, hip-hop artists took relatively new musical tools…
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The Only Sounds Coming From This Minimoog Sofa Will Be Snores
Originally released way back in 1970, the unique sound of the Minimoog analogue synthesiser means the hardware is still in demand today. But since Moog stopped producing the synths back in 1981, they’re incredibly rare and expensive now — unless you’re happy to add this sofa equivalent to your studio.
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Moog Spent Three Years Building A $90,000 Copy Of Keith Emerson’s Synth
Keith Emerson’s massive modular synthesiser was the centrepiece of his persona as the virtuoso keyboard player in progressive rock super group Emerson, Lake, & Palmer. The custom rig was his throne. Moog just spent three years reverse-engineering the thing. Who’s got $90,000 lying around to buy it?
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Moog Minifoogers Pack Brain-Crushing Sound Into Affordable Stomp Boxes
Moog Music’s new “Minifoogers” are a line of compact, analogue effects pedals that will allow you to warp the sound of your guitar or another electrified instrument in myriad ways. They’re packed with all the Moog sound we’ve come to expect from the brand, without the high price tag its products usually command.