Synthesizers

Synthesizers or Synths are electronic musical instruments, often resembling a keyboard and used to create organic digital sounds. Available in a range of sizes, shapes, and configurations; Synths also feature the ability to patch into one another for increased manipulation and sound modeling. Rising in popularity, the Synth was most prominent in disco during the 70's and 80's. While remaining a great tool for expressive live performances and unique studio applications. Most commonly found in the form of a keyboard, there are several different types of synths. Even battery-powered options that will fit in your pocket such as the popular Teenage Engineering Pocket Operators. Analog synthesizers work to generate sound from electronic circuits. While digital synthesizers create sound using the inbuilt computer chips. You'll find Bass synthesizers perfect for creating the bass line on your track. While a drum machine, also classed as a synth, usually features a number of pads used to trigger drum-like sounds. Including knobs and faders used for tweaking and altering your sound. At DJ City, we have a large range of Synthesizers and keyboard synths on display at all of our stores. So head into your local DJ City store and try them for yourself! {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"Why were synthesisers so popular in the 80s?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Synthesizers gained popularity during the 80's once they started getting more affordable, and easier to use. It then wasn't long until every band started taking advantage of them!"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Who invented the synthesiser?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The term synthesizer was first coined in 1956 when Americans Harry F. Olson and Herbert Belar developed the RCA Electronic Music Synthesizer Mark I"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do analog synths sound better?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Analog vs Digital! One isn't necessarily better than the other. However, they both offer slightly different sounds. Analog is highly sought after thanks to its warm and satisfying sound."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Which synthesiser is the best for beginners?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"If you're looking to get your first synth, some of the best options to look at would have to be the Korg Minilogue, Arturia Microfreak, Arturia Minibrute 2, Novation Bass Station, Moog Mother-32, and the Korg Volca Series."}}]}