Seashell Preset - Harminuscule by Ben

video upload by Instruō

"🔍Harminuscule – a playful, paraphonic Seashell preset by @Obakegaku (Ben Jones).
In this video, Ben focuses on using the matrix to create generative harmony for the two oscillators.

🌀 Download the preset for free on our Discord!
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📥 Preset Name: Harminuscule"

Seashell Preset - Octave Vibrato by Adam

video upload by Instruō

"🎛️ Octave Vibrato– Adam showing how you can add movement and unpredictability with his fluttery Seashell preset.

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📥 Preset Name: Octave Vibrato"

RIFT - Modular Percussion #10 // Arbhar, Prism, Subharmonicon, Mojave, Matriarch

video upload by David Falcon

"/rɪft/
noun
1. a crack, split, or break in something.
2. a serious break in friendly relations.
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El objetivo de este tema era hacer un patch percusivo con el modular. En el Arbhar tengo un sample de estática de la radio que paso por el filtro del Qu-bit Prism. Con un sample and hold desde PAM's lo modulo rítmicamente creando el patrón rítmico más agudo.
Despuén en el Moog Subharmonicon tengo un patch de Bombo que paso a través del Qu-Bit Mojave, y así lograr unos golpes que recuerdan a toms haciendo el beat algo más complejo.

Esa capa base quedó grabada durante un par de semanas sin que tuviera opción de añadirle nada más e iba a subirla así, pero decidí crear una linea de bajo con el Analog Four, un arpegio y una textura con el OP-1 y por último un lead/textura con el Matriarch.

(eng)
The objective of this song was to make a percussive patch with the modular. In the Arbhar I have a sample of radio static that I pass through the Qu-bit Prism filter. With a sample and hold from PAM's I modulate it rhythmically creating the rhythmic pattern.
Later on the Moog Subharmonicon I made a Bass Drum patch that I pass through the Qu-Bit Mojave, and thus achieve some hits that are reminiscent of toms making the beat somewhat more complex.

That base layer was recorded for a couple of weeks without me having the chance to add anything else to it. I was going to upload it like this, but I decided to create a bass line with the Analog Four, an arpeggio and a texture with the OP-1 and finally a lead/texture with the Matriarch."

Seashell Preset - Plague of Locusts by Ben

video upload by Instruō

"🎛️ Plague of Locusts – a gritty, experimental Seashell preset by @Obakegaku (Ben Jones).
In this video, Ben takes us deep into his sonic process using the Seashell modular system.

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📥 Preset Name: Plague of Locusts"

Experimental Beats w/ Nord Lead, Modular Synth, Grandmother | Broken step 2025-06-20

video upload by atnr

"A track built with ‪@NordKeyboards‬ Nord Lead, a modular synth, and ‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ Grandmother—IDM driven by wildly shifting beats and modulation-rich stabs.

Modular drums: Two Mutable Instruments Plaits, an ‪@instruo‬ Instruō Cs-L, and a Basimilus Iteritas form the beat architecture.

Sequencing comes from a monome Grid and White Whale, with extra trigger multiplication/division via a 4ms Quad Clock Distributor (QCD).

Kick: Plaits through a ‪@MAKEN0ISEMUSIC‬ QPAS filter, shaped by a Function envelope.
Metallic percussion: Another Plaits voice.
Tom-like hits: Layered Cs-L and Basimilus Iteritas.

Nord Lead: Heavily modulated to create metallic stabs, processed with reverb from a ‪@gfisys‬ Specular Tempus."

Seashell Preset - Rusty Warthog by Adam

video upload by Instruō

"Adam from the Instruō team has created this gnarly Seashell Preset that you can sink your tusks into!

You can download this Preset for your Seashell directly from our new Discord channel............ / discord"

Instruō - Sound Design with Seashell (with Jason H. J. Lim)

video upload by Instruō

"We launched the Instruō Seashell this year at Superbooth.

This video is a behind the scenes look at a sound design session during which I scored one of the pre-release teaser trailers.

The video footage was shot and edited by Mathew. I used the Seashell as the exclusive sound source and scored the trailer.

No post processing or effects were used other than compression/dynamics.

This was my first experience using the Seashell to this extent within a production context. I was effectively late stage beta testing a prerelease build of both the firmware and plugin. I couldn't be happier with the features the Seashell's integration allows. This is a workflow I've wanted for a long time with this level of flexibility. The portability and form factor we've also achieved with Seashell is something I'm incredibly proud of.

My co-developers at Instruō are a true powerhouse of creativity.
I hope you enjoy the Seashell as much as I have been :)
~Jason"

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12 synths, drum machines, FX & innovations you need to know from Superbooth 2025

video upload by MusicRadar Tech

"For a few years now, Berlin’s Superbooth show has been a focal point for music technology gear announcements, but the 2025 iteration took this to another level. The sheer volume and variety of new music making gear on display in and around the FEZ event space was beyond anything we’ve seen in previous years.

MusicRadar was on the ground to test everything we could get our hands on. As the show drew to a close Managing Editor Si Truss, Reviews Editor Simon Arblaster and Tech Channel Editor Matt Mullen found a quiet corner in the woods to sit down for a roundtable (sans table) discussion about their highlights from the 2025 Superbooth show floor."

In this video:
Frap Tools Magnolia – 02:03
Korg Berlin Phase8 – 05:40
Moog Messenger – 09:07
Erica Synths HexDrums – 12:16
1010music Bento – 14:58
Novation Launch Control XL 3 – 17:20
Neuzeit Instruments Drop – 19:12
Cre8audio Boom Chick – 20:51
Clank Uranograph – 22:38
Eternal Research Demon Box – 25:10
Polyend Mess – 27:20
Instruō Seashell – 29:52
Honourable mentions – 32:01

Instruo seashell tweaks at superbooth 2025

video upload by Tweeeeeak!

"No talking, just tweaking. #instruoseashell"

Instruo - Seashell tent walkthrough at Superbooth 25 🚶 #eurorack #synth #instruo

video upload by Instruō

BACK - Electronica #1 // OP1, Arbhar

video upload by David Falcon

"Saludos!
Siempre he querido probar un OP1 de Teenage Engineering pero los precios eran prohibitivos incluso en el mercado de segunda mano. Por suerte los precios ahora son más razonables. Hace años tuve un OPZ pero no me acabó de gustar el sonido ni la construcción del sinte, aunque si me pareció muy divertido.

Esta es la primera idea que he montado con el OP1, sencillo, yendo a lo esencial. Beat, Bajo, Arp y Pad. Añado en el modular una voz al final que toco con el Keystep (fuera de plano).

La idea es tener un equipo que me pueda llevar conmigo a todos lados en la que jugar con armonías e ideas de temas para luego construir encima.

Gracias por estar al otro lado!
David.

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(eng)
Greetings!
I've always wanted to try a Teenage Engineering OP1 but the prices were prohibitive even on the second hand market. Luckily the prices are more reasonable now. I had an OPZ years ago but I didn't really like the sound or the construction of the synth, although I did find it very fun.

This is the first idea that I have put together with OP1, simple, going to the essentials. Beat, Bass, Arp and Pad. I add a voice to the modular at the end that I play with the Keystep (out of plane).

The idea is to have a piece of gear that I can take with me everywhere to play with harmonies and theme ideas to then build on top of them.

Thanks for being on the other side!
David."

Sounds from Superbooth 2025: Instruo Seashell

video upload by Perfect Circuit

"We're on the ground in Berlin at the year's biggest synth event. Stay up to date with all the latest gear news, announcements, and preorder info on our Superbooth coverage hub."

Instruō: Seashell - SUPERBOOTH 2025

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Instruo Seashell @Superbooth 2025

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An introduction to SEASHELL // Instruo's semi modular analogue synthesiser with digital control

video upload by DivKid

See the announcement post here.

"Wow ... that's Seashell in a single word, really impressive ... there it is in two. That might sound like a ridiculous way to start a description but I think Instruo have really knocked it out of the park with this one. Seashell is a sort of 'best of' from Instruo's analogue Eurorack modular range that's extended out into a full semi modular analogue synth voice in a neat package. But they've elevated it with smart digital control, a standalone controller app, VST plug in for DAW use and even class compliant MIDI and audio allowing it to be used like an analogue plug in. The potential is frankly ridiculous.

This video is an introduction to Seashell with my time with it so far. Split into 3 chapters where it's used standalone and with modular gear (a default state for many of us here I imagine), then we look at the extended software functions and then I highlight some cherry picked things that I think make it special.

Watch out for the OG DivBaby as she's in this one too!"

Instruō - Seashell | a new analogue workflow

video upload by Instruō

"We are excited to announce Seashell.

A compact semi-modular system, pairing hands-on hardware with expansive control through dedicated software. Offering seamless integration of Instruō hardware into existing workflows for sound design, music production, and live performance.

Seashell introduces a new way of working with analogue synth voices."

Instruō - Seashell | Video Manual

video upload by Instruō

"Hello!
Welcome to this first detailed overview of the Seashell.

00:00:00 Instruōduction
00:01:41 Getting Started (init patch setup)
00:07:53 DIFFUSE
00:14:35 Software/DAW integration
00:25:44 Filter Source Routing
00:29:26 GATE to VCA
00:32:54 Filter Controls
00:41:09 Oscillator 2 Low Frequency Mode (LF)
00:44:06 F.M. Routing
00:47:41 Analogue FM
00:53:42 Complex Oscillator (Circular) FM
00:57:00 WAVEFOLD
01:12:11 Pulse Width Modulation
01:19:15 Envelope Modes
01:26:33 Pitch Control Routing (1V/OCT)
01:30:04 TRANSPOSE
01:38:12 Oscillator Sync
01:50:40 EXTEND
02:12:52 MIDI Mapping"

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Instruō Introduces dhà - Compact Yet Powerful Stereo Mixer Module

video upload by Instruō

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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Instruōduction
00:01:12 dhà overview
00:02:04 Expansion (back jacks)
00:03:08 What is normal?
00:04:18 What's in this video:
00:05:06 What's in the patch
00:05:31 dhà-dhà-càrn-dhà-càrn
00:06:13 Foundation Bass (stereo)
00:07:49 A kick in the Bass
00:08:42 Sidechain ducking
00:11:19 Effects looping
00:12:57 Effects looping
00:13:20 Feedback bypass
00:13:34 Feedback bypass (confusion)
00:13:36 Feedback bypass
00:13:59 Octave Delay
00:14:44 Octave Delay - analogue feedback
00:16:17 Parallel feedback
00:17:14 Mix control with normals
00:18:20 Stereo VCA
00:20:47 harmonàig harmony
00:22:31 Parallel stereo effects return
00:23:58 Outstruō

"We would like to introduce a new module to the range! dhà

The dhà is a compact yet powerful stereo mixer module designed for seamless integration into Eurorack systems of any size. It features two stereo input channels, with the top channel including a built-in stereo VCA for expressive amplitude modulation and precise audio-tapered level control, all with a small footprint.

dhà also includes rear stereo I/O jacks, making it easy to expand your set up by connecting with other Instruō stereo mixing modules like càrn, cuïr and additional dhà units. Whether used independently or as part of a larger system, dhà delivers clean stereo mixing, flexible routing, and effortless expandability.

. Stereo two channel mixer
. Stereo two-quadrant VCA
. Audio-tapered level potentiometers
. Back jack connectivity expansion to dhà, càrn, and cuīr"

DOZE - Ambient Modular #6 // Arbhar, Moog Subharmonicon

video upload by David Falcon

"doze
verb (uk /dəʊz/ us /doʊz/)
to have a short, light sleep from which you can easily wake up.

La sensación de esta semana de "vacaciones" es del cansancio acumulado, de niños enfermos y no encontrar un momento de desconexión.
Este tema es un poco un reflejo de ese sentimiento, un bucle interminable y pequeñas distracciones constantemente.

La parte técnica es bastante sencilla: una secuencia de tres notas en el Moog Subharmonicon que proceso en el modular. El Instruo Arbhar actúa como efecto granular y reverb, y los transientes del Subharmonicon trigean la captura en Arbhar. Uso bastante esporádico del Qubit Prism.
Es un tema para sentarse e intentar relajarse y frenar del ritmo frenético del día a día.
Gracias por escuchar.
David.

(eng)
The feeling of this "vacation" week is one of accumulated fatigue, sick children and not finding a moment to disconnect.
This track is a bit of a reflection of that feeling, an endless loop and constant little distractions.

The technical part it is quite simple: a sequence of three notes in the Moog Subharmonicon that I process in the modular. The Instruo Arbhar acts as a granular effect and reverb, and the Subharmonicon transients trigger the capture in Arbhar. Quite sporadic use of the Qubit Prism.

Sit back and relax from the stresses of life for a bit.
Thank you for listening.
David."

DAYS - Ambient Modular #5 // Arbhar, Analog Four mkii, Take 5

video upload by David Falcon

"Hoy he probado algo que quería desde que adquirí el Arbhar y es usar el modo Follow para hacer timestretch de los samples. Para ello he sampleado en el Arbhar una grabación que tenía en un dictáfono de una guitarra acústica.
No he podido resistirme y he añadido un lead con el Take 5, con un preset que creo es mi favorito de los que trae de fábrica, un bandpass lead.
Durante la grabación inicial utilicé una linea de bajo en el Analog Four pero en la fase de mezcla la notaba muy poco presente por lo que la doblé con el Take 5.
Muy contento con el resultado, espero que os guste.
David.

(eng)
Today I tried something that I have wanted since I acquired the Arbhar and that is to use the Follow mode to timestretch the samples. For this I have sampled in the Arbhar a recording that I had on a dictaphone of an acoustic guitar.
I couldn't resist and added a lead with the Take 5, with a preset that I think is my favorite of the ones that come from the factory, a bandpass lead.
During the initial recording I used a bass line on the Analog Four but in the mixing phase it wasn't present enough so I doubled it with the Take 5.
Very happy with the result, I hope you like it.
David."

arbhar Preset Editor - Delay

video upload by Instruō

"In this sound example, we explore arbhar's two types of delay and play along with an ambient track.
Edit them, rename them, play with them, and share your favourite settings with the community."