Democratized synthesis with Volca series
Korg champions the democratization of synthesis, making professional-grade analog instruments accessible and affordable. Under designer Tatsuya Takahashi, the company embraced portability and playful interaction, believing music-making should happen anywhere - from campfires to train rides. Their instruments feature intuitive knob-per-function layouts that reward hands-on exploration.
Signature$899
86% scale reissue of the legendary 1978 MS-20 semi-modular synthesizer with dual oscillators, iconic resonant filters, and patchbay.
Signature$699
4-voice analog/digital hybrid synthesizer combining classic analog warmth with a digital multi-engine for FM and wavetable synthesis.
Signature$139
Ultra-portable 3-voice analog loop synthesizer with self-tuning oscillators, ribbon controller, and built-in delay.
Signature$349
Battery-powered monophonic analog synth designed with Aphex Twin, featuring micro-tuning presets and oscilloscope display.
$3,399
Flagship 61-key music workstation with 9 distinct sound engines, TouchView display, and comprehensive sequencing capabilities.
$199
Micro modular synthesizer with West Coast-inspired architecture, 50 patch points, and included patch cables for experimentation.
$149
Compact analog rhythm machine with kick, snare, hi-hats, and PCM toms, featuring 16-step sequencer and stutter function.
🇸🇪 SE · $59-$2,199
Teenage Engineering creates high-quality, well-designed electronic products with a 'no fuzz' philosophy featuring simple geometry, basic color palettes, and intuitive functionality. Their design draws inspiration from vintage portable electronics and Nintendo's Game & Watch, blending retro aesthetics with cutting-edge technology to make professional music tools feel like beloved toys.
🇺🇸 US · $300-$600
Critter & Guitari creates playful, handcrafted electronic instruments that combine professional audio capability with tactile, toylike interfaces. Founded on a belief that instruments should be immediately accessible and inspire experimentation, their designs feature colorful wooden enclosures, maple keys, and intuitive controls that encourage musical exploration.
🇸🇪 SE · $299-$1,699
Elektron creates bold and enduring electronic music instruments designed to unlock creativity. Rooted in Gothenburg's industrial harbor culture, their instruments combine cutting-edge technology with intuitive, performance-oriented workflows. Every device is engineered to the highest standards, assembled by hand, and built to last with a three-year warranty.
🇺🇸 US · $999-$2,199
Moog designs synthesizers as expressive instruments fostering physical connection through tactile controls. Bob Moog's 'toolmaker for users' principle prioritizes playability and the iconic warm analog sound of voltage-controlled oscillators and the legendary ladder filter. Each instrument is handcrafted in Asheville, North Carolina with through-hole construction.
🇬🇧 GB · $200-$600
British synthesizer heritage meeting modern music technology. Novation bridges the gap between analog warmth and digital precision, with hands-on control surfaces that put tactile interaction at the center of electronic music creation. Founded on the legendary work of synth designer Chris Huggett, creator of the Wasp and OSCar.
🇺🇸 US · $200-$800
Monome creates adaptable, minimalist sound instruments built on principles of openness, transparency, and community collaboration. Their blank-slate approach eschews labels and predefined functions, allowing users to imagine and define each device's purpose through software and scripting. Everything from hardware schematics to firmware is open-source, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of user-created applications.