A new kind of audio FX - Sparkling Riser

video upload by SynTesla

"The Sparkling riser is a brand new kind of audio FX

This effect is achieved by stacking 12 lines of 'micro-delays' lasting a few milliseconds (6 lines per audio channel) The delayed sound is mixed back into the original sound, creating a comb filter.

Each delay line has a feedback loop, and the delay time is modulated by several LFOs. In addition to the LFOs, we have 12 VCAs (1 per delay line) whose levels are synchronized to the phases of each LFO.

But when the effect is on the "infinite rise" mode, as soon as we apply randomization to the LFO phases, something very strange happens:
'phantom notes' appear. We could compare this effect to concentric waves colliding to create a splash—a “spark” that, in our example, generates notes based on the frequencies and harmonic content of the sound. This 'spark' gives the effect its name: 'Sparkling Riser.'

This effect is directly inspired by a project we're working on with electronics genius Yves Usson."

Synthesizers.com First DIY Kit is HERE!! The Q109 Envelope Generator Kit

via Synthesizers.com

"We're so excited to share with you the Q109 Envelope Generator DIY KIT!!

The Q109 Envelope Generator is one of the basic modules every synthesizer must have.

It generates a voltage envelope in response triggered by a gate signal from a keyboard, oscillator or other source.

The envelope voltage is used to control amplifiers, filters, oscillators and other modules.

The operator has complete manual control over Attack time, Decay time, Sustain level, and Release time.

A manual gate button can be used to trigger the Envelope Generator at any time, and an LED gives a visual indication of the output level."

Followup on the Q210 from Synthesizers.com

2nd video added to this post.

M569, Control Yourself! Part 7

video upload by John L Rice

"Just some experimentation using a Moon Modular 569 sequencer as an envelope generator for fun and education. 🤓

Modules from the following companies were used:
Moon Modular
Oakley Sound/Krisp1 For You
Synthesizers.com
Synthesis Technology"

A first look at the NEW Q210 Complex Noise module

video upload by George B.

"I purchased this module because I wanted the metallic noise that works well as a cymbal. It also has white and pink noise, though the pink noise is very different than what I'm used to. That's a good thing, having another version. The chaos sound is very interesting and adjustable. The Grainy section can alter the chaos sound wildly but also accepts external sounds. My only wish here is they did not include any CV control over that section. There is a random gate feature I will look into in another video.
Overall I like the module as it has a number of sounds I don't currently have which should be inspiring. On the random gate subject, have a look at this video where I created random gates using noise, the sample and hold, and the Q156 comparator."

SynthCube gets a mention.

Additional Q210 posts

Followup on the Q210 from Synthesizers.com

video upload by George B.

"After the last video I got deeper into the Random Gates portion of the Q210. I found I could tame it using a second "gate" like the Q128 Switcher or any VCA. Running the Random Gate from the Q210 into one of these external gates and clocking it with the sequencer I can get random gates that hit right on the beat."

Q210 Complex Noise Launch Party Recording

video upload by synthesizersdotcom

"👉The Q210 Complex Noise is noisemaker's playground. Though capable of standard white noise fare, the Q210 can help provide you with decidedly boundary pushing timbres, not usually found in your typical 5U module.

Beyond noise, the Q210 is also comfortable generating random gates, which when routed to VCAS or drum sounds, can help launch your next ambient composition into science fiction territory.

Depending on how you approach the module, the Q210 can be a tame texture ready to mix in with a completed track. However if you push it, the Q210 can become the basis of an entire soundscape, especially when paired with filters, VCAS, and envelopes. Sounds both dramatic and explosive are quite easy to conjure."

I spy Dan Snazelle of Snazzy FX.

Using a VCA as a logic AND gate.

video upload by George B.

"Another 'Thinking Outside the Box' video where I discover a VCA can be used as a logic gate. See how I use a VCA to create a more complex rhythm."

Storm Bringer

video upload by John L Rice

"A quick patch and noodle on my main system for fun and stress relief! 😊

Synth modules from the following companies used:
Synthesis Technology (VCOs)
Moon Modular (VCFs, sequencer, switching, MIDI to CV)
Oakley Sound/Krisp1 (VCAs)
Club Of The Knobs (poly EG, master clock)

Other gear used:
Mellotron M4000D Rack
Yamaha FS1R
Samson S-Patch Plus patchbays
Mark Of The Unicorn Midi Timepiece AV
Allen & Heath MixWizard 3 20S
Roland RSP-550 effects and A-88 keyboard
Strymon BigSky and timeline pedals
Tascam SD-20M flash recorder
Canon C100 MKII camera and CN-E 20mm lens
ATOMOS Ninja Flame video recorder
Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve editing software

#modularsynth #electronicmusic #mellotron"

Moog Model 10 w/ Original Box & Cables

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via this eBay listing

"Moog Model 10

The 2019 reissue (not 2022 !!)

Originally produced between 1971 & 1973, the Moog Model 10 is regarded by most to be the finest portable modular system Dr Bob. ever producedThe individual modules that make up each new Model 10 are engineered and manufactured just as they were over 50 years ago, using traditional wiring methods. Each module is then tested, finished with an aluminum panel, and placed into a custom cabinet before the instrument leaves for its new home

Comes with original box and inserts
In excellent unmarked condition
Very little use
Bought for a band project but they've changed direction and gone more guitar orientated"

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Journey West

video upload by davidryle

"Large Format modular synth live studio song.
The new module is a Maneco Labs Sequencer 16 trigger step sequencer. I used it as the main clock source for the rest of the system.
I started with the Maneco Labs Grone dark drone machine module for the opening intro.
The bass line was introduced next using triggers from channel six of the Sequencer 16, with the Corsynth pair of VCO's into the Grove Audio G294A LPF and the Synthetic Sound Labs Tube VCA/Timbral Gate and then on to the STG Soundlabs mixer.
The percussive parts came next. First was a pair of Q206's in Sync mode through a Moon Modular 517S high pass filter. Pitch voltage was from the lower Q960 step sequencer. The pattern pulses were from a pair of Mega Ohm Audio LFO2 modules run through a triple switch module from Lower West Side Studios.
Second part was a single STG Soundlabs Oscillator in drone to the SSL Tube VCA, pulsed by the STG Envelope modified with an LOF to the decay input. Then on through a Behringer Digital Delay. The pattern triggers were from the SSL Geo-Gruvn Euclidean Sequencer.
I used channel 3 from the Seq16 to pulse the SSL VC ADSR with the SSL Woven Spirits module. The SSL Quad LFO was used to fade in and out the pulsing part. The pitch sweeping is done by an LFO to the Harmonic input of the Woven Spirits. The pizzicato string part came next. It was actually the first part I created. The use of channels 1 & 2 from the Seq16 were sent through the SSL Octal Linear VCA with the AD/AR Expander module as envelopes. The sound was from the pair of SSL TZ-VCO's which are pitch controlled by a pair of The Matrix Algorithmic Composer modules. They are sent to a Modcan Dual Delay 73B and on to a Dove Audio D502 Multimode Filter with Hi Pass to Low Pass in 2-pole mode. The reverb is from an UA Golden Reverb in Hall 2 mode.
The final part is the upper Q960 step sequencer with all three rows sending pitch voltages to three oscillators. First row was to the Dove WTF. Second row was to the Mos Lab Moog 901 and 904 array. The third vco is a synthesizers.com Q106. They are mixed and sent to the EHX Grand Canyon in Mod Delay mode. Gate timings from the Moon 563 Trigger Sequencer.
I closed out with the Grone module."

Synthesizers.com Introduces Q210 Complex Noise

video uploads by synthesizersdotcom

Update: videos just released and added above. Note the playlist is in the order released by Synthesizers.com.

Playlist:
1. Meet the Q210 Complex Noise | Synthesizers.com Newest Module
2. A Quick Overview of the Q210 Complex Noise
3. Using Q210 Complex Noise To Clock Q173 Gate Math
4. Q210 Complex Noise Random Gate Discussion
5. A quick Q210 Complex Noise Patch
6. Another Q210 Complex Noise Patch
7. Changing speed of Random Gates on Q210 Complex Noise
8. CHAOS OUTPUT on the Q210 COMPLEX NOISE

via Synthesizers.com

"This is Synthesizers.com's first new module in two years, and we're excited to share it with you: the Q210 Complex Noise.

The Q210 Complex Noise is noisemaker's playground. Though capable of standard white noise fare, the Q210 can help provide you with decidedly boundary pushing timbres, not usually found in your typical 5U module.

Beyond noise, the Q210 is also comfortable generating random gates, which when routed to VCAS or drum sounds, can help launch your next ambient composition into science fiction territory.

Depending on how you approach the module, the Q210 can be a tame texture ready to mix in with a completed track. However if you push it, the Q210 can become the basis of an entire soundscape, especially when paired with filters, VCAS, and envelopes. Sounds both dramatic and explosive are quite easy to conjure."

LudoWic - STILL (live rehearsal)

video upload by LudoWic music

"Video by Edwin Vermeulen

UPCOMING SHOWS:

AUG 4 JENA (DE) Trafo (Kulturarena)

SEPT 14 COLOGNE (DE) Stadtgarten
SEPT 16 COPENHAGEN (DK) DR Studie 2
SEPT 19 HAMBURG (DE ) Resonanzraum
SEPT 20 FRANKFURT (DE) Brotfabrik
SEPT 23 TONGEREN-BORGLOON (BE) De Velinx

OCT 24 BERN (CH) Orbital Garden
OCT 25 MÜHLACKER (DE) Scala Filmtheater
OCT 26 LEIPZIG (DE) Kupfersaal
OCT 28 BERLIN (DE) Silent Green

Tickets: www.ludowic.com

More LudoWic:
https://bio.to/LudoWic
https://www.ludowic.com"

Also see A New Audience For An Antique Synth - LudoWic and the Trautonium with Hainbach and additional posts here.

Explaining and testing a Mos-Lab System 16

video upload by Stazma

"Today we are going to check out a System 16 from Mos-Lab, a very faithfull recreation of old Moog Modular's systems. It's GIANT both in actual size and sound and I'll show you a few things about it.

Have fun!!!"

00:00 Intro
01:23 Patching a Minimoog
02:12 The oscillators
04:56 The mixer
06:38 THE filter
08:11 Envelopes and VCAs
12:35 Mixer feedback
14:57 Filters & Noise module
16:05 VC LFO
18:58 The Sample & Hold
23:19 Self playing patch
26:58 System 16 Junglism w/ Polyend Tracker
28:41 A few more things you should know!
26:17 System 16 vs Torso T-1

SynTesla CRV540 Cloud Reverb Module - sound test

video upload by SynTesla

"Sound test of the “cloud” reverb currently under development at SynTesla. The module will initially be available in a 5U format. A 3U version will be released later if our customers show interest."

Ennio Morricone's Trumansburg R.A. MOOG CO. Moog Modular IIIC For Sale

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via this Reverb listing

"Perhaps the most iconic modular synthesizer on Earth.

A completely original Moog Modular IIIC, with every component fully authentic, in spectacular cosmetic condition and perfectly functional in every part.

This Moog Modular previously belonged to maestro Ennio Morricone.

The instrument can be tested at our lab/studio. We have many additional photos and any further information you may need."

SNs (Note the BOOG on the Sequencer):

Model 950 Keyboard SN 1244
IIIc Lower Cabinet SN 3008-173-0695
IIIC UPPER Cabinet SN 3008-173-0695
COMP. "B" SEQUENCER SN BOOG-173-0695

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BLIPPOO BOX LEGACY - DRONE SELF-PATCH

video upload by biyiblip

"The Blippoo Box Legacy creates
deep drone textures
with a simple self-patch.

The instrument is patched back into itself,
allowing the sound to react, evolve
and slowly transform from within.

Originally designed by Rob Hordijk, the Blippoo Box is a living instrument of interaction, instability, resonance and discovery.

The Blippoo Box Legacy Eurorack is not an imitation, not a replica and not a copy.

It is the continuation of Rob Hordijk’s official legacy through Biyiblip.

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Grauton Moll - Part I & 2

video upload by E I S E N T A N Z

"Grauton Moll - Part I, Studiosession 06.06.2026"

Grauton Moll - Part II

video upload by E I S E N T A N Z

"Grauton Moll - Part II, Studiosesion, 06.06.2026"

A4 Night Transit

video upload by rimela

"80s inspired analog performance. Built with the GRP R24, GRP A4, TR-707, 5U Modular, Jupiter-6, Prophet-6, RS-09."

8 Gates to Tomorrow

video upload by rimela

"5U recording session combining gate-driven sequences with Prophet-6."

A Potted History of Drum Synthesizers

video upload by Alex Ball and Nathan Curran Tugg the Drummer (Tugg)

"A look at a niche within a niche, the drum synthesizer; a story that begins in the late 60s and continues to this very day."

0:00 Intro
0:25 Definition of a "Drum Synthesizer"
2:24 Precursors, DIY and Impakt
4:03 Star Instruments Synare
5:09 How these Instruments Worked
6:13 Syndrum: The First Famous Drum Synth
8:45 Ult-Sound: Japan's First Drum Synth
10:10 Pearl & Tama: Here Come The Drum Companies
13:20 Simmons: The Zeitgeist
19:21 The Flood Gates & Mega-Montage
24:48 Soviet Offerings
25:17 Decline and the Splitting Point
27:05 Vermona: A New Era
29:28 Elektron: Blurred Lines
30:58 A Plethora of Machines
32:24 Clavia/Nord: Simply Red
33:39 Modern Day: The Culmination
34:44 Summary & Thanks
35:23 Patron Outro Jam

Update:

1/14/26 Simmons SDS6 + TAMA DS200 + Alesis MIDIVERB II + CXM 1978

video upload by Cfpp0

"This is one of two videos I recorded for the great Alex Ball (‪@AlexBallMusic‬) to use in his video about the history of drum synthesizers. I’m using the Simmons SDS7 to trigger the two halves of the TAMA DS200, with reverbs from the Alesis MIDIVERB II and the CXM 1978. The DS200 is running hot through the MIDIVERB II, overloading the preamp. The CXM 1978 has a long predelay in lo-fi mode to create a grainy pitchy echo."