Roland Announces ZENOLOGY GX for iPad

Press release follows:

The Acclaimed ZEN-Core Synthesis System Captured in a Powerful Standalone Instrument for iPad

Anaheim, CA, January 20, 2026 — Roland announces the upcoming release of ZENOLOGY GX for iPad, the first flagship Roland instrument designed for Apple’s tablet platform. Delivering the core feature set of the recently introduced ZENOLOGY GX for macOS and Windows, this new version brings Roland’s acclaimed ZEN-Core Synthesis System to a standalone instrument for iPadOS.

ZENOLOGY GX for iPad puts thousands of genre-defining Roland sounds at the fingertips of performers and creators, complemented with a modern high-definition UI, an advanced sound browser, integrated creative tools, and much more. ZENOLOGY GX for iPad is scheduled for release in early 2026 as a free download with all features unlocked for a limited time. After the debut period ends, the instrument will be available through free and premium Roland Cloud memberships or a Lifetime Key purchase."

Introducing the CR-78 Software Rhythm Composer

video upload by RolandChannel

"The CR-78 Software Rhythm Composer brings an iconic Roland instrument into the future. Designed for modern production, it delivers expressive rhythm programming with unmistakable analog character. Introduced in 1978, the CR-78 was the world’s first computer-controlled programmable drum machine, shaping the sound of pop, post-punk, disco, and electronic music with its distinctive tonal signature and human feel.

Recreated using component-level modeling, this plug-in delivers the authentic sound of the original along with modern sound-shaping and advanced sequencing tools. The CR-78 is available now with a Roland Cloud Ultimate membership or Lifetime Key purchase.

To learn more about the CR-78, please visit: https://www.roland.com/global/product..."

Touché: Don Buchla’s Rare Polyphonic Keyboard Instrument

video upload by Sarah Belle Reid

Follow-up to Sarah Belle Reid plays the Buchla Touché

"In this video, I explore an extremely rare electronic instrument called the Touché, created by Buchla and Associates in 1980. Filmed at the Buchla Archives in Vancouver, this is a rare opportunity to hear and see an instrument that very few people have ever encountered firsthand. Only around five Touchés are known to have been built, and very few remain functional today. Because of this, the instrument has remained largely absent from public performance and documentation. This video helps bridge that gap by sharing the Touché’s sound, design, and historical context.

While Don Buchla is best known for his modular synthesizers such as the 100 and 200 Series, he also created a number of non-modular, computer-based instruments that explored new relationships between performance, software, and sound. The Touché is one such instrument. Conceived by Don Buchla in collaboration with composer David Rosenboom, it is a bi-timbral, eight-voice polyphonic keyboard instrument that combines digital sound generation, analog processing, and computer-mediated control.

The video begins with a historical overview of how the Touché grew out of Buchla’s computer-controlled instruments of the 1970s, including the 300 Series systems. From there, the video moves into a detailed walkthrough of Touché’s sound architecture, including many musical demos.
This video was created in collaboration with the Buchla Archives, an organization dedicated to the thorough and thoughtful documentation and preservation of Donald Buchla’s work.

Special thank you to Ryan Gaston and David Rosenboom for research assistance."

Timbre & Digital Nonlinear Waveshaping (Buchla Archives): https://www.buchlaarchives.com/blog/t...

Nova Wind (1983)

video upload by David Rosenboom

"This video, shot informally in the Ensemble Room at Mills College in 1983, contains the only footage known of David Rosenboom playing his 1981 composition Nova Wind from Future Travel. In it, he plays the legendary Touché—digital/analog keyboard instrument produced in collaboration with Donald Buchla in 1979-1980—, violin, piano, and ancillary electronics. A complete studio recording of Future Travel was released first on a vinyl LP by Street Records in 1981 and later on a double-CD from New World Records in 2007."

Circuits and Fingers – Composer-Performer Convergence in Electronic Instrument Designs, Oct 5th

Shasta Cults - self titled album: https://shastacults.bandcamp.com/albu...

Future Travel (David Rosenboom): https://blacktruffle.bandcamp.com/alb...

Daytime Viewing (Jacqueline Humbert & David Rosenboom) https://jacquelinehumbertdavidrosenbo...

Zones of Influence (David Rosenboom) https://davidrosenboom.bandcamp.com/a...

Exploring the 1st Buchla 100 Modular Synthesizer

The Electric Music Box: Exploring a Vintage Buchla 200 Modular System

Free Intro to Modular Synths Course: soundandsynthesis.com/firstsynthpatch

On Being Invisible, David Rosenboom at Western Front, Vancouver, 1977, Part 1

video upload by David Rosenboom

"David Rosenboom, On Being Invisible (1977), video documentation part 1. 58 min. 28 sec. Courtesy of Western Front. ID# WFVDN_7702_03-1."

On Being Invisible, David Rosenboom at Western Front, Vancouver, 1977, Part 2

video upload by David Rosenboom

"David Rosenboom, On Being Invisible (1977), video documentation part 2. 44 min. 35 sec. Courtesy of Western Front. ID# WFVDN_7702_03-2."

Alessandro Cortini - SOLE.

video upload by Alessandro Cortini

Details on the New Knif Audio BBD

You might remember the quick demo of the Knif Audio 5U BBD Delay Demo posted back in September. New details are in:

BBD The analog delay to rule all analog delays

-Stereophonic analog bucket brigade delay with
-precision analog clock generators,
-variable frequency anti-alias and reconstruction filters for wide frequency response and -advanced companders and careful clock signal handling for high signal-to-noise ratio
-Superb-sounding tube distortion stage for the delay path with four NOS SQ pentode tubes
-Six 4096-step BBD ICs for 20ms-600ms (1200ms in mono) delay time
-Seven different operational modes, including X-fed feedback signals
-Versatile LFO
-Tempo divisions
-Tap tempo and external sync
-Beautiful, solid walnut housing and engraved and color-filled panels

Overview

Knif BBD is a stereophonic analog bucket brigade device (BBD) delay. It is a no-compromise device rich in features. What sets it far apart from any other device in the market are the unique self-adapting anti-aliasing and reconstruction filters which provide the widest possible frequency response for any given delay time setting without any aliasing.

The unit features in total six 4096-step BBD ICs which results in maximum delay time of 600 ms for a stereo signal and 1200 ms for a mono source. The device has got seven operational modes for different effects and comes with a wide range of control signal inputs and internal control possibilities. The unit features a microcontroller for relay switching and timing tasks such as tap tempo and time division. However the signal chain and clock generation are fully analog and built using state-of-the-art components.

The other very unique feature to the device is a vacuum tube distortion stage located before BBD circuits. It consists of four NOS Special quality pentodes in total. The amount of distortion is continuously adjustable without affecting the overall signal level. In addition to this, the spectrum of the distortion can be selected.

https://www.knifaudio.com/bbd

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Polyend Synth Firmware 2.0 / Dirt Synth & Quickselect Feature

video upload by Polyend

"Polyend Synth 2.0 has arrived with the Dirth Synth engine and Quickselect scene loading.
Update Synth here - https://polyend.com/downloads/synth-d..."

Polyend Synth / Quickselect Feature

video upload by Polyend

Paxy-1

video upload by LMZ

"A unique touch-sensitive analog synthesizer. I invented it first, and now I'm learning to play it. #lmzvuk #analog #synthesizer #noise #noisemusic #noiseculture #ambient #sounddesign #paxy"

Jamuary 2026 - 18 - Nocturnal Canine Emissions - Sequential Fourm Bedtime Vibes

video upload by Pork Chop Synthesizers

"I'm a few days late sharing this fun little sonic adventure created from the comforts of bed, surrounded by a couple of sleeping, farting dogs.

This was played on my Sequential Fourm"

Ambient Soundscape with Generative Micro-Loops | Reconstructed 2026-01-20 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"This piece was created using the ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10 and a self-developed ambient music generation software called Ambient Engine. Cut-up samples are transformed into micro-loops, forming an ambient soundscape layered with synth pads.

The Prophet-10 is played with reverb applied via ‪@strymon‬ blueSky.

Ambient Engine plays samples at both fixed intervals and random timings, processing them through a micro-loop effect, delay, and reverb before output. The samples include field recordings captured in urban areas and parks, as well as sounds from a Rhodes MKII."

Distant clouds

video upload by MIDERA

"Sequential OB-6, Rhodes piano, and Fractal Audio FM3"

Prophet-6 + Minifreak = Vangelis, P.I.

video upload by Good Sunset

"Theme song for Vangelis, P.I. No criminal is safe on the Parisian streets when Vangelis, P.I. is on the case. From the blinding lights of the Champs-Élysées to the rain-slick Montmartre back alleys, this bearded Hellene wants justice, peace, and harmony for the city he calls home—and the CS-80 that’s his only true love.

Tune in Friday night at 8, 7 Central and Mountain.

🌇 ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-6 ➡️ ‪@strymon‬ Deco ➡️ ‪@walrusaudioeffects‬ Qi
​⁠🌇 ‪@ArturiaOfficial‬ Minifreak ➡️ ​⁠🌇 ‪@empresseffects‬ Zoia
🌇 TEAC R-1500 reel-to-reel

🤍 GS"

DSI Tempest Only - Analog Melodic Track

video upload by itramtal

Novation Summit Play 13

video upload by 神谷操 Misao Kamiya 公式

All parts

Incus vs BIA: FIGHT!

video upload by Noise Engineering

"We’re comparing the classic Noise Engineering BIA (Basimlius Iteritas Alia) to Incus Iteritas Alia. They have a similar interface but different sounds and algorithms, so here's a back-and-forth patch with a bit of Noise Engineering TLC to finish it out.

This patch supplements our blog about the two modules, which you can read more here: https://noiseengineering.us/blogs/loq..."

Basimilus Iteritas Alia demo

Incus Iteritas Alia demo

Join us on Discord! Invite link: / discord

Exploring Walk 1 and Warp 4 by Joranalogue!

video upload by Quincas Moreira Music

"Whenever Joranalogue drops new modules it is an exciting time for me!
Brings more fun and excitement, discovery and inspiration to my studio and my modular :)
These two are no exception, Walk 4 is a novel take on the accumulator, and Warp 1 a fresh approach to waveshaping. Join me as I dive in and explore some of the sounds and possibilities of these beauties :)
More info here: https://joranalogue.com/

My Websites: https://www.quincasmoreira.com/
https://humanmusic.net/
Patreon: / quincas

Stay Noisy!"

TuuL Reverb Randomization

video upload by gotharman

"Randomizing the Reverb parameters and gets a lot of different reverb types :)
Sound source: Touch TuuL kick drum.
www.gotharman.dk"

Jamuary 20th 2026 - Sand Flute?

video upload by Captain Credible

"Yes! Cutting edge sand and vector synthesis, two different eras, equally silly concepts. I salute the designers behind the ELZ_1 for spearheading the way into new and undiscovered sonic avenues.
#ELZ_1 #ProVSMINI #jamuary2026"

JAMUARY26#20 BLUE HAMPTON I

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"HAPPY NEW YEAR! HAPPY JAMUARY26!
One brand new jam everyday in this Jamuary 2026, enjoy!
https://fl3shb4ck.bandcamp.com/follow_me


NanoRings, Battering Ram, Noiswasp, Bean Jelly, Dual S&H

Make some noise!"

Update:

JAMUARY26#21 BLUE HAMPTON II

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

Elektron Tonverk ~ 3 Ribbons (Doepfer R2m)

video upload by Ebotronix

Elektron Tonverk,
Mutable Instruments ,3x,MidiPal,
Doepfer ,3x, R2m,
Iconnectivity Mio XL,
Lab4Music enJOY,
Hologram Electronics Microcosm Special Edition 2024,
Bhairav Scale,
17.01.2026
video# 2601

Beetlecrab Tempera & Piano // DAY 16 #jamuary2026

video upload by Dexba

"First of all: what a beautiful light to let the canvas shine, right?
Second: what an intelligent piece of gear, the Tempera is. I am not even sure why I would call it that, but I feel it has an answer for almost everything (granular related, obviously) I could ask.
And I felt that from the instant I got it. It was probably one of the rare few times I decided to go through the manual before trying the instrument, and I feel that approach comes from the machine layout itself: we need to prepare the canvas before letting ourselves go with the painting process.
But I like this approach, it slows you down, helping you to think about your intentions with a specific emitter, even a specific color.
I started with the piano as a neutral input, and a simple drum track, using the brilliantly implemented Euclidean sequencer, and it's love already.
I hope you'll like it! 🧡"

UDO Super 6 Polyphonic Hybrid Desktop Synthesizer SN S614638

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via this listing

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Studio Electronics ATC-1 Analog Tone Chameleon Rackmount Synthesizer SN 1353

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Moog Prodigy Analog Synthesizer

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Moog Prodigy Quick Demo video upload by Roland Perez

via this eBay listing

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Macumbista Benjolin v4 - Handmade - Standalone Analog Synthesizer - Fun!!!

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via this eBay listing

"The Macumbista Benjolin V4 is a unique, handmade analog synthesizer based on Rob Hordijk's original Benjolin circuit, featuring added patchbay options (banana jacks) for external interfacing, looping switches, and an external filter/clock input, known for its "bent by design" chaotic sound, blending VCO, LFO, Rungler, and filter for generative, experimental music."

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FUTURE SOUND SYSTEMS CRIC

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via this eBay listing

"Cric is a fully-analogue patchable synthesiser, designed to showcase our approach and attitude towards subtractive sound synthesis. It is not a clone or derivative of a pre-existing musical instrument, nor is it simply our Eurorack modules cased up in a box. Whilst some of Cric's functionality descends directly from our experience in designing modular synthesiser components, it has been designed as a fully fledged, standalone instrument, which can easily be introduced into an existing electronic music studio, or even form the heart of an entirely new set-up.

Rock solid voltage-controlled oscillators give the user both pitch precision and FM flexibility. A comprehensive filter section affords timbral sculpting from basic filtering to total transformation of incoming tones. Four cyclical function generators can be used as envelopes, LFOs or even audible VCOs. Pin matrix patching allows for the synthesiser to be configured as a standard triple-VCO subtractive synth, or a paraphonic synth, or a drum machine, or a noise box, and so the list goes on. Four inputs and outputs allow for audio processing, external CV control, feedback routing and more - there's even a microphone pre-amp on input 1. Steel casing, Mirrl -clad HIMACS end-cheeks and hand assembly and testing ensure a rugged and durable build quality.

Technical specifications:

Oscillators : Three SSI2131-based analogue VCOs in Recombination configuration, white noise generator
Filter : SSI2164-based 18dB/octave state-mixable analogue VCF, with wave-folding, based on the Timbral Sculptor
Dynamics : SSI2164-based VCAs present in DNA oscillators, filter section and as a standalone VCA
Modulation : Sample and hold + four cyclical function generators offering AD and ASD envelope configuation, cycle mode, and slope and pulse sources
Routing : 24 source x 32 destination active pin matrix allowing for splitting and summing of all signals
I/O : Four DC-coupled inputs and outputs for multi-channel audio and CV use. Microphone pre-amplifier assigned to In 1. Headphone amplifier on Out 1
Dimensions : 550 x 310 x 80 mm, 5.3 kg
Power : +12VDC (centre positive, 2.1mm barrel jack connector), 2.5A, PSU included"

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Techno Shift. SONIC POTIONS × ERICA SYNTHS DRUM SYNTHESIZER LXR-02

video upload by ESCAPO-SOUND

FREE SYNTH: OSIRUS (Access Virus A/B/C Emulator) - No talking demo

video upload by ADL-MusicLab

"Hello, everyone!

Here's to you my 'No talking demo' of the amazing OSIRUS, a FREE software emulation of the Access Virus A/B/C by 'The Usual Suspects', which brings back to life these iconic synthesizers!

'The Usual Suspects' is a group of people who are currently Reverse Engineering and Emulating the DSP chip from original historic hardware synthesizers, which, in this case, is the Motorola DSP56300.

As is usual with The Usual Suspects releases, you’ll need to provide the original ROM, legally acquired, of course.

The architecture, signal flow, and character closely follow the original hardware, making this an absolutely faithful Access Virus A/B/C recreation in software form.

More info here:
https://dsp56300.wordpress.com/osirus/

In this demo I will just let you hear what some amazing sound designers have made for this stunning plugin simply by scrolling and playing some beautiful sounds."

Diverse moods of Leviasynth / by Jexus.

video upload by Jexus (sounds-for-synths.com)

"In 2025 Ashun Sound Machines contacted me and asked if I would like to create a set of unique presets for their upcoming synth. No details were disclosed about the instrument but, as you can imagine, I was curious. I agreed and several weeks later a monster 8-oscillator synth arrived at my doorstep. Today all of you can see it and hear it in action - the LEVIASYNTH is ready! Here's a quick video with some factory presets I created on the new Leviasynth. In this demo I kept the internal reverb low and did a fair amount of tweaking to give you a better idea of the timbre / behavior of the synth.
cheers;
Jexus / sounds-for-synths.com"

See the ASM label below for more.

Korg M1 Famous Songs and Sounds Part 2

video upload by Nicolas Melis

part 1 here

Some Beginner-Friendly Musings on Eurorack Delay Effects (feat. Mimeophon, Ghost, Effexx RT1701)

video upload by The Sound Convergence

"Just some thoughts on Eurorack delay effects.
If you are buying your first effect module, make sure to not only look at the features but the layout and workflow."

0:00 Intro
0:30 Mimeophon as an Instrument
1:30 Mimeophon Karplus Strong / Reverb
2:00 Mimeophon with CV Modulation
2:42 Mimeophon Pros/Cons
3:03 Ghost as a Workhose
4:05 Ghost Karplus Strong / Reverb
4:52 Ghost Pros/Cons
5:43 Effexx RT1701 as a Studio Effect
7:17 Effexx RT1701 Pros/Cons
8:16 Take-Aways

ASM Leviasynth Gainstaging and Saturation

video upload by Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit

"This is a dive into how the gainstaging in Leviasynth® synthesizer effects saturation throughout the synth. There is a massive dynamic range in the unit so it can be an interesting area to explore and better understand when creating your sounds. Here I explore both the analog and digital saturation that occurs within the synth using level, oscillator combinations and the Digital Drive and Analog Predrive."

0:00 intro
0:27 pre-drive basics
1:25 single osc vs multiple
4:00 taking saturation further with Digital
5:33 hard analog saturation
7:02 square wave distortion
10:57 clean boosting Sine to saturation
12:35 digital drive vs analog pre drive

Introducing MPC XL | The Next-Generation Flagship Standalone MPC for Sampling and Sequencing by Akai

video upload by Akai Professional

MPC XL Overview | Akai Professional

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MPC XL with Teddy Riley | Akai Professional

video upload by Akai Professional

And a user video by loopop:

Review: Akai MPC XL vs MPC X // MPC 3.7's biggest new feature // Using MPCe

video upload by loopop

THE FLAGSHIP OF ALL STANDALONES
MPC XL has everything you need for pro-level music making. It features ultra-responsive MPCe pads, a dedicated step sequencer, touch-sensitive Q-Links with OLED displays, a next-gen 8-core processor, 16 GB RAM, hands-on performance controls, advanced sequencing tools, deep I/O connectivity, and so much more. Integrated with MPC3 OS, this system supports up to 32 plugin instruments, 16 audio tracks, and 256 voices, making it a studio-grade workhorse.

A COMPLETE STUDIO CENTERPIECE
The flagship of all standalone music production systems, MPC XL is an all-in-one studio hub. Produce your entire album, drive your external hardware, and command your setup from one powerful instrument—no computer required.

POWERFUL PROCESSING
Powered by a new Gen 2 8-core processor with 16GB of RAM, MPC XL delivers four times the performance of previous MPCs. Load multiple plugin instruments, run complex sessions, and navigate your projects without interruption.

CREATIVE CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
MPCe pads with 3D-sensing technology brings a new level of expression to beatmaking and production. Each pad features four distinct quadrants, enabling advanced X/Y control, sound morphing, looping, layering, and modulation for the most dynamic playing experience.

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Behringer Wave - "Organica" Soundset 55 Presets

video upload by LFOstore

"Welcome to 'Organica' Soundset for mighty Behringer Wave synthesizer!

BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/behringer-...

55 alive Presets are ready to go to your production & boost your
creativity.
5 Arps, 8 Basses, 5 Sequences,Polys, Pads,Strings,Plucks,Keys.

'Organica' soundset with one of the deepest patches you heard on Behringer Wave will immerse you in the world of deep atmosphere, cosmic pads & drones, rich & huge polyphonic sounds, modular-like alive arps & sequences
and many more!

Plucks
Basses
Arps
Sequences
Pads
Strings
Keys & Poly’s

PDF Booklet with detailed instructions of how to load & use presets included.

AT,Velo,MW controlles are applied to almost every preset.

By Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of 'Organica' for Waldorf Blofeld & 'WS Universe' for Korg Wavestation."

ImPulse live at SUPERBOOTH25

video upload by Superbooth Berlin

"Jessica Kert and Stephane Lefrancois perform their ImPulse duo project live at the SB25.

IMPULSE
/ impulse_duo
/ jessyandthechords
https://www.stephanelefrancois.com/

SUPERBOOTH BERLIN
https://www.superbooth.com/en/"

EMS Synthi 100 Reapir Part 3

video upload by Really Nice Audio

Really Nice Audio EMS Synthi 100 Repair

"Sorry I could not film too much as there were student rehearsals taking place and an interview about to take place in the Pete Townshend Studio at the University of West London
https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/study-fac...

Music from my ATMOS album Height Supremacy, a track called 'Miles From Cornwell'
I thought a very apt track to play as EMS is based in Cornwell."

ASM Leviasynth | Sounds and Key Features | Synth Universe

video upload by Synth Universe

"A musical exploration of Leviasynth, Ashun Sound Machines’ successor to the Hydrasynth. Leviasynth is an 8 oscillator algorithmic synthesizer with analog and digital filters and five types of synthesis.

All the sounds featured in this video were created by me and are included in the Leviasynth factory presets (except Synfluctuate and PD keys which may be released by ASM as part of future banks). If you own or try out a Leviasynth, you can browse patches by sound designer and select Synth Universe to find all my sounds. Here I have often emphasized sounds that make use of the analog filter, showing the ability of Leviasynth to emulate analog synths, as this is one of the first things I want to know when assessing a hybrid synth. I also feature patches that highlight the other types of synthesis including FM and phase distortion.

This is a deep and powerful ‘monster’ of a synth and so far I have really only scratched the surface of its capabilities. There are too many features to list here so go to Ashun Sound Machines website to find out more.

Disclaimer: ASM sent me a pre-production unit for the purposes of sound design, but otherwise they had no input into the making of this video or the opinions expressed within.

No external enhancement or processing was applied to the sounds in this video: you are hearing them as output directly from the synth.

Note: Leviasynth does have a powerful arpeggiator and sequencer, but as they were still being finalized during the time I created these patches they are not featured in this video."

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Eurorack Study 3/ Cerulean Wind (Mannequins Just Friends, Mutable Marbles, Joranalogue Route4, etc.)

video upload by takao_kurokawa

Modules:
Whimsical Raps: Just Friends w/
Joranalogue Audio Design: Route 4
Mutable Instruments: Marbles
ALM Busy Circuits: Pamela's Pro Workout, MFX

#eurorack #modularsynth #ambientmusic #experimentalmusic