Sam Ash has released a new buying guide for musicians who are interested in producing ambient music using synthesizers.
-- In its latest guide, Sam Ash covers synthesizer features that are typically used in ambient music synthesis, listing specific models that are best-suited for the genre. The guide also explores the differences between digital, analog, and hybrid synthesizers to help musicians select the most suitable type for their needs.
More information is available at https://www.samash.com/spotlight/3-best-synths-for-ambient-music-in-2025
Ambient music is characterized by complex sound layers and slow-moving textures that synthesizers with the appropriate specs are suitable for, says the Sam Ash team. High polyphony is one important feature, as it prevents sounds from being prematurely cut when layering; modulation capabilities, including multiple LFOs, envelopes, and routing matrices, will also enable asynchronous movement that creates the organic sounds that make ambient music immersive and atmospheric.
Built-in effects such as reverb, delay, and chorus are also features that warrant consideration, as they reduce reliance on outboard gear while improving a producer’s ability to shape sounds.
According to Sam Ash’s guide, the Sequential Prophet Rev2 is an ideal choice for ambient music, as it pairs analog warmth with modulation architecture suited for designing soundscapes. With 16-voice polyphony and up to two analog oscillators per voice, the Rev2 can create layered pads without voice stealing, and its digitally controlled analog oscillators and filters deliver an animated sonic character that can add complexity to ambient sounds.
However, Sam Ash notes that music producers may prefer hybrid synthesizers, which combine the flexibility of digital synthesis and the warm character of analog synthesis to create sounds that are highly suitable for ambient music. One example is the Novation Peak, which integrates eight-voice polyphony with digital oscillators, analog filters, and VCAs, creating a versatile platform for sound design. The Peak also possesses a deep and flexible modulation matrix with multiple LFOs and envelopes, and it supports waveform morphing, allowing musicians to create shifting tones that will not sound repetitive.
According to the resource, the Roland JD-Xi is another hybrid synthesizer, but unlike the Peak, it pairs analog and digital voices distributed across four parts. The analog component can accommodate classic waveforms, while the digital component offers producers a wide range of PCM waveforms and virtual sounds, including those from built-in vocoders and drum kits. This synth is notably lightweight and portable, so it is ideal for traveling musicians or producers who have limited studio space.
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