Oli Freke Synthesizer Evolution: 2. Drum Machines [Velocity Press]

Following up on his 2021 book, "Synthesizer Evolution: From Analogue to Digital (and Back)", Oli Freke returns with a series of "Synthesizer Evolution A6" zines.

Drum machines and samplers have a shared history and this zine celebrates their invention by selecting 46 of the most influential, important or interesting synthesizers from 1949 to 1996. It explores the legendary drum machines and samplers ever made, including the Roland TR-808, Roland TR-909, Akai S1000, Fairlight CMI, Akai MPC60, and more, with detailed descriptions and the stories behind their development.