Synthesizers

Synthesisers are electronic musical instruments that generate audio signals. They produce sound by manipulating generated electrical signals, which are then amplified and broadcast through speakers. Early synthesisers used analogue circuits and oscillators to produce sound, while modern ones might use digital processing or software algorithms. Synthesisers can emulate traditional instruments, produce unique timbres, or generate novel electronic sounds. They typically provide interfaces like keyboards, knobs, or touch pads for musicians to control pitch, timbre, and amplitude. Pioneered in the early 20th century with instruments like the Theremin and the RCA Mark II, synthesisers became staples in popular music by the 1970s and remain versatile tools for music makers today