Synthesizer enthusiasts and electronic music musicians now have access to an extensive guide book called 'PATCH & TWEAK with Moog,' with the design-forward hardcover book supplying 200 pages worth of introductory concepts, production tips and techniques, ideas for gear integration, and much more.
The book was put together by author, designer, and electronic musician Kim Bjørn, who previously released 'PATCH & TWEAK - Exploring Modular Synthesis' in 2018. PATCH & TWEAK with Moog allows readers to dive deeper into the concepts presented in Bjørn's former release, while also providing them with more production knowledge and advice. The book includes a foreword from legendary composer Hans Zimmer, and features a total of 30 interviews with Moog engineers and professional musicians.
'PATCH & TWEAK with Moog' is available for order on the Moog Music website.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Synthesizer Guide Books
- The growing popularity of synthesizer production is creating a space for the publication of more guide books that explain concepts and enhance the learning process through the written word.
- Gear Integration Tips
- The desire of musicians and producers to get the most out of their gear is creating a space for innovative tips and techniques that enhance creativity and productivity.
- Professional Musician Interviews
- The publication of books that feature interviews with professional musicians is growing in popularity, offering readers an insight into their creative processes and the opportunity to learn from their experiences and insights.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Music Production
- The popularity of synthesizer guide books and gear integration tips presents an opportunity for businesses to create niche music production products/services for a growing consumer market.
- Publishing Industry
- The increase in the publication of synthesizer guide books and musician interview collections is increasing the demand for publishers to release more books in this category.
- Musical Instrument Industry
- The popularity of synthesizers and the publication of guide books is presenting an opportunity for the musical instrument industry to create more innovative gear that features plug-and-play capabilities with DAWs, MIDI controllers, and other hardware.
