Best Synths for Beginners

Synthesizers come in many different forms but the most common distinction you need to make is between Analog Synths & Digital Synths. Analog synthesizers have a long history and brands like Moog were at the forefront of innovation in the '60s. They use physical components and circuit boards to shape the signal and produce unique sounds! Digital synthesizers, however, use digital signal processing to produce sounds as opposed to the analog components traditionally used.

Our entry-level options are designed to cater for every kind of player. They combine an affordable price tag and simple-to-use operation for a fun, hands-on synth experience! Accessibility and intuitive workflows are the name of the game here - all in an effort to immerse you in the exciting world of Synthesizers. 

Brands like Behringer, Korg, Roland and Teenage Engineering provide great low-cost ways to get into synthesizers and maybe start putting together a great rig for DAWless jamming! If you're looking to get to grips with a wider array of synthesizers, you could turn to the world of Music Software and Plugins & VST Effects where you can find great virtual emulations of classic synths from brands like Arturia and Native Instruments at a relatively low price!

When you're starting out with synths you need to remember how you connect everything up to hear it and record your music so be sure to check out our range of Audio Interfaces and Studio Cables & Leads! Another thing to remember is how you input notes into your synth, so check out our selection of MIDI Keyboards & Controllers.

In our selection of Synthesizers & Workstations you'll find instruments from notable, well-established names like Korg, Sequential, Oberheim, Waldorf and Arturia. We also stock instruments from smaller brands that push the envelope of what's possible.

If a synth just isn't what you're looking for, take a look at our range of other "Best For Beginners" instruments.