Yamaha CS80

Once infamous as a roadie's nightmare, the CS80 has settled in synth history as an instrument of almost unmatched character. Peter Forrest rediscovers the pain and the pleasure.

Korg Mono/Poly

As analogue synthesis enjoys a return to popularity, yesterday's synths are becoming regular topics of conversation. Rob Norman rediscovers voltage control.

Music Mate, Mainframe's Apple sound sampler and updates for the Synergy.

Sequencers

Sequencer Anatomy

UK Electronica

In the first instalment of a two-part article, UK synthesist Ian Boddy gives budding EM performers the confidence and advice you need to take your show on the road.

A special report on the proceedings at this year's UK Electronica festival. Words by Tony Mills; pictures by Alf Annison, Stuart Catterson, Tony Mills and Chris Jenkins.

In the final part of a look into the world of additive synthesis, Chris Meyer explains the different approaches to additive synthesis adopted by various manufacturers and which synths have employed them.

In which five of E&MM's writers pick their fave things of the year. If your personal preferences aren't there, don't take it out on us.

Electronics Into Light

Karlheinz Stockhausen has had a profound influence on modern music from the 1950s onwards, and pioneered the use of electronics to create genuinely new music. Mark J. Prendergast reviews his career.

Computer music at Goldsmith's College

...Including the A-Z of Analogue

Programmable Rhythm SR99

The EDC SR99 beat box

Vintage technology strikes back

...Including The A-Z of Analogue

Build this exciting sequencer for only £18

View from the rear; this month New Age gets the old boot

Featuring Ash Prema

Mark Prendergast takes a look behind the scenes at the recording of New Order's fifth LP, 'Technique'.

Phillip Glass

Sounds, samples, & software upgrades for the modern studio

Sounds, samples, software

In part two of this short series, David Etheridge looks at the role of effects and unusual chords in New Age music.