THE ALTERNATIVES

Korg Wavestate £699

The Wavestate takes Korg’s wavesequencing concept to new levels. 37-note compact form factor much like the Argon 8. Classic wavesequencing, modelled filters, great effects and sound shaping! korg.com

Studiologic Sledge 2.0 £799

Criminally overlooked, the eight-voice virtual analogue Sledge is now available in all-black. Onboard is a great Waldorf synth engine with plenty of power/versatility, lovely effects and user sample upload options too. studiologic-music.com

ASM Hydrasynth Desktop £799

The Hydrasynth is a truly innovative eightvoice synth with poly aftertouch, five

LFOs, five envelopes and three wavemorphing oscillators per-voice. All killer. ashunsound machines.com