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16/03/2026

È uscita la recensione per SM Strumenti Musicali della nostra Magnolia, a cura di Gianni Proietti AKA Gattobus!

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Magnolia è il nuovo sintetizzatore analogico realizzato dall'italiana Frap Tools, e per l'occasione l'ha provato per voi un amico e tester di eccezione: Gianni Proietti (aka Gattobus)!

09/03/2026

Magnolia just featured on Gearnews' 5 Stunning Analog Synths chart! Check out the full article here:

These are five incredible analog synths from the new breed of designers - and some are surprisingly affordable!

27/01/2026

At last, Magnolia is now officially shipping!⁠
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Magnolia is an eight-voice analog through-zero linear FM synthesizer. Besides the classic analog polysynth sounds, its design allows programming some less conventional timbres closer to the world of modular synthesizers, and especially of the so-called “complex oscillators.”⁠
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Magnolia allows to bring modular synthesis techniques in the world of analog polysynths, with all the known advantages of the latter: polyphony, immediacy of use, powerful sound, and those little unpredictable details generally known as “analog warmth.”⁠
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Magnolia is a highly playable instrument thanks to its expressive Fatar keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch and encourages sound exploration through its large and relaxing front panel.⁠
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04/05/2025

Here's a short film on the current Magnolia status, as well as some sound previews from the pre-production units that you'll be able to test at Superbooth 2025!

https://frap.tools/magnoliaMagnolia will be an 8-voice analog through-zero FM synthesizer, which we built to create sounds from the modular world through a c...

03/05/2025

Here's one of the two Magnolia pre-production units that you'll try out at Superbooth 2025! We have defined the structure, but some details still need some polishing, so the final product might look slightly different. More news and audio examples coming during the next days!

02/05/2025

And here's what we'll bring to Superbooth: Magnolia is the prototype that kept us busy over the last year. It's gonna be an 8-voice analog throuhg-zero FM polyphonic synthesizer. At its heart, all the sounds you've met in our modules: Brenso, Cunsa, and so on. We could say a "west coast polysynth", but it's capable of analog subtractive synthesis as well. We'll bring two pre-production units at , so come check them out and stay in touch for some video and audio stuff!

25/03/2025

A new issue of our newsletter is out! Today we want to discuss the feeling of not taking full advantage of large and expensive modules. It's very common, but sometimes it's just a matter of perspective! Check the full article in bio, no subscription required ⤴️

13/03/2025

Our latest newsletter issue is out! This time we want to address a very common situation in the world of modular synths: the constant crave for the next module to buy. Often called "Eurocrack", this behavior is part of the common GAS (gear acquiring syndrome). Sometimes it's fun to talk about it, but some other times it can lead us to a constant feeling of frustration and a sort of permanent creative stall. You can read the full article for free in bio, no subscription required!

27/11/2024

Ecco il programma del nostro corso alla ! È una grande occasione per studiare con le mani in pasta su un sistema da 126 x 3 HP interamente Frap Tools. Lo scopo del corso è acquisire il modo di pensare "per parametri" che sta alla base della programmazione di sintetizzatori modulari, ed è una competenza trasferibile anche al mondo digitale.⁠
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I corsi saranno tenuti da Giovanni Grandi, con la partecipazione di Andrea di Giorgio e di altri ospiti che riveleremo più avanti!⁠
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Al termine del corso potrai utilizzare il sistema di studio per registrare i tuoi suoni o un tuo brano.⁠
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Saranno giornate da circa 6 ore di lezione l'una, a cadenza mensile, nel weekend. I primi due appuntamenti saranno 11 gennaio e 15 febbraio, e gli altri li definiremo in corso d'opera.⁠
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𝐈𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲-𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨 𝐢𝐥 𝟑𝟎 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐞, termine iscrizioni entro il 23 Dicembre. Posti limitati.⁠
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Chi parteciperà al corso avrà anche la possibilità di acquistare i prodotti Frap Tools a prezzo scontato.⁠
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Al termine del corso verrà organizzato un concerto conclusivo in cui i partecipanti potranno esibirsi.⁠
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Per info: 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨@𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐞𝐮𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐚.𝐢𝐭 - 𝟑𝟓𝟏 𝟔𝟓𝟐𝟓𝟓𝟖𝟖⁠
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