I was going to mention that Behringer now has a large line of really cool low-cost synths.
Of coarse a Deepmind 12 desktop is great for pads. The Model-D or Neutron can be found used occasionally for a really good price. And the other two new ones: the Pro One and Crave also seem like good candidates.
Adding a shout out to the Audiothingies guys, the Micromonsta is a great sounding little synth. As is the Buzzy.
The Korg Volcas are also really great for being reliable and small and easy to transport. My favorites are the “FM” and the “Bass”
And I can’t help myself for giving tips.
First - get to know each part of The NDLR separately, it greatly reduces complexity this way.
Second - Cut a small square from the sticky part of a Post-it note and apply it to each of your synthesizers and write the midi channel on it. There are actually black Post-it note pads and I use a white marker. This often blends right into the synthesizer GUI.
Good luck with your endeavors
Steve
Of coarse a Deepmind 12 desktop is great for pads. The Model-D or Neutron can be found used occasionally for a really good price. And the other two new ones: the Pro One and Crave also seem like good candidates.
Adding a shout out to the Audiothingies guys, the Micromonsta is a great sounding little synth. As is the Buzzy.
The Korg Volcas are also really great for being reliable and small and easy to transport. My favorites are the “FM” and the “Bass”
And I can’t help myself for giving tips.
First - get to know each part of The NDLR separately, it greatly reduces complexity this way.
Second - Cut a small square from the sticky part of a Post-it note and apply it to each of your synthesizers and write the midi channel on it. There are actually black Post-it note pads and I use a white marker. This often blends right into the synthesizer GUI.
Good luck with your endeavors
Steve