Introducing Lore - FM oscillator pair by Crows Electromusic

Press release via Crows Electromusic:


March 26, 2025 - Crows Electromusic, a small synth company from Vancouver, Canada, is thrilled to introduce Lore, a standalone all-analog tool for exploratory sound synthesis, ambient, drone, and noise music. With individual controls for each function, Lore gives direct control of two independent triangle-core oscillators and can be switched to an FM synthesis mode to unlock a wide range of complex tones. The instrument’s unique un-quantized interface is perfect for exploring pure tones, drones, and FM sound textures.

Features:

• 100% analog circuitry
• Two triangle-core oscillators
• Crossfade between triangle and square waves
• One-control-per-function interface
• Fully standalone, just add headphones
• Transparent bioplastic enclosure
• USB powered
• Handmade in Canada

Lore is our second release, building on what we’ve learned making our first product OVUM analog sound explorer. We had two goals in mind during development: first we wanted to make something that could create a harsher and more aggressive sound, and second, we wanted to see how small a synth we could make. On both fronts we think Lore is a success - it measures under 3 x 3 inches, and the FM mode gives you access to a whole range of shimmering, grinding, and metallic sounds. Just like with OVUM, we prioritized immediate control and ease of exploration. No understanding of oscillators, wave shapes, or FM synthesis is required to pick it up and start creating interesting and inspiring sound. We think people of all ages, musical abilities, and experience levels are going to love this instrument.

Lore is available now for $79 CAD / $59 USD.

Crows Electromusic is a small synth company based in Vancouver, Canada. Started by Cory Alder in 2022. Crows’ goal is to develop new hardware instruments that challenge the established ways we interact with sound and music creation. Their first product, OVUM was released in 2023, and their second product Lore is available now.

For more information, please visit Crows’ website at https://crowselectromusic.com or follow us on social media (Instagram, Bluesky) at @crowselectromusic.

Links:

Lore fm oscillator pair

Our interactive introduction to FM synthesis

OVUM analog sound explorer

https://crowselectromusic.com

"Cyclical Forces" Koma Elektronik Chromaplane, Kommander & Ouroboros Alea

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"Dreaming big, let’s go for a full album!

This is the eighth exploration with the Koma Elektronik Chromaplane analog synthesizer, a dual Kommander setup, and the Ouroboros Alea👌🏽

Music composed and recorded by Stephano Gavilanes.© Copyright 2025. All rights reserved."

"Antique Compasses" Koma Elektronik Chromaplane & The Analog Thing (THAT)

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"Seventh exploration. This track marks one full week with the amazing Koma Elektronik Chromaplane analog synthesizer👌🏽

The Analog Thing (THAT), provides the initial drone signal along with later textures where the Chromaplane overlays melodic lines, plus sending an envelope back to THAT🎛️💫

Music composed and recorded by Stephano Gavilanes.© Copyright 2025. All rights reserved."

You can find additional info on The Analog Thing previously posted here.

"Flux" Koma Elektronik Chromaplane and Panasonic RD-8944

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"Third exploration with the Koma Elektronik Chromaplane analog synthesizer👌🏽

This time I’m using a 1974 Panasonic RD-8944 rhythm machine into the Chromaplane with an improvisation piece with only one pickup, and my improvised magnet pins! 🎛️

I think I’m going to record an EP❤️

Music composed and recorded by Stephano Gavilanes.© Copyright 2025. All rights reserved."

"Like-Minded" Koma Elektronik Chromaplane with Biofeedback

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"First exploration with the Koma Elektronik Chromaplane analog synthesizer, and brainwaves via the SoundMachines BI1👌🏽

Beta waves are sending control voltages into the Chromaplane filter, and Apha waves modulating the delay time. I also made a finger ring to hold a magnet while performing with the pickups, it helps generate a subtle kick sound when tapped with a pickup💡

The Chromaplane is an inspiring masterpiece! 🖤

Music composed and recorded by Stephano Gavilanes.© Copyright 2025. All rights reserved."

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Percussion and DIY Looper Improv #electronicmusic #synthesizer

video upload by Passepartout Duo

"Playing with our new DIY varispeed looper alongside some found percussion sounds"

"Check out our music here: https://passepartoutduo.bandcamp.com/"

Unboxing the Chromaplane! New Electromagnetic Instrument

video upload by Passepartout Duo

"What's it like to receive an instrument after working on its design for four years? Well... it's pretty nice! This is what it might be like to receive your Chromaplane in the mail!"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

The table of Zviij

video upload by zviij

"The table of Zviij is a short portrait of sound artist Zviij Franck Smith at work. Filmed in November 2024 by Julien Smith.

Feat. Zviij Franck Smith (electroacoustic manœuvres), a wood board, contact microphones, springs, rubber bands, metal tines, marbles, motors, music boxes...

Thanks to Soma Laboratory (Enner), Koma Elektronik (field kit, gate delay), Moog (low pass filter, mf ring), Landscape fm (stereofield, tape transport), Vongon Electronics (paragraphs, polyphrase, ultrasheer), Oto Machines (biscuit), Bastl Instruments (thyme), Syro Instruments (diddley bow).

All rights reserved for all countries.
(c) Ijnveïq de Ernestine & Mat Meo

http://www.zviij.com"

In Beijing's golden autumn, an impromptu of refreshing natural(synthetic) sounds 🍂 🎛️

video upload by 合成少数派 Synthesis Minority

"A jam session with the traveling artist Passepartout Duo.

孟奇 Meng Qi: Horizon Prototype
Nicoletta Favari: Digital Chromaplane Prototype
Christopher Salvito: Analog Chromaplane

㊗️ Congratulations to my good partner Annqi on her wedding
㊗️ Happy birthday to Trent
㊗️ Happy National Day"


You can find additional Meng Qi Horizon posts here

You can find additional KOMA Elektronik Chromaplane posts here.

A Very Unusual Analog Synthesizer

video upload by HAINBACH

"The Chromaplane by Duo Passepartout and Koma Elektronik is an oddity: it is an experimental analog synth that does not have a keyboard or MIDI, but instead it is played with telephone coil pickups. A beautifully unique idea thatl found success on Kickstarter, funding within minutes. I got to play with the pre-series model for a week."

KOMA Elektronik Chromaplane KICKSTARTER Overview - New Electromagnetic Synthesizer

video upload by KOMA Elektronik

"Countdown for our Chromaplane, launching on July 23rd!

Three price tears will be available:

🐣 Super Early Bird (limited availability): €299
🐥 Early Bird (limited availability): €319
🏷️ Kickstarter Price: €359

We're so happy with how the Chromaplane has turned out, and we can't wait for you to give this special instrument a spin for yourself.

@KOMAelektronik https://koma-elektronik.com/"

Koma Elektronik - Complete Field Kit + FX Kit + Expansions

Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this listing

Additional NOISEBUG Listings

"This is the complete Field Kit + FX Kit with all expansion/accessories, sensors PSUs, and spring reverb tank."

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Meet the Chromaplane - New Electromagnetic Synthesizer

video upload by KOMA Elektronik

See the SUPERBOOTH video here.

"Official DEMO video for the Chromaplane, a novel polyphonic analog synthesizer developed by KOMA Elektronik and Passepartout Duo.

The Chromaplane is designed around ten tunable electromagnetic fields that are emitted from its sleek aluminum surface. The experience of playing it combines the immediacy of an acoustic instrument, with the endless possibilities of electronic music.

Coming soon on Kickstarter!"

Full Chromaplane Demo - Electromagnetic Synthesizer (No Talking)

video upload by KOMA Elektronik

"A novel polyphonic electromagnetic instrument developed by KOMA Elektronik and Passepartout Duo. In this video we show a few interesting techniques for the Chromaplane."

0:00 - Internal filter CV - long delay time with some feedback
0:56 - long delay time with 100% feedback
1:40 - sound texture using the pickups horizontally
2:04 - pickup as pendulum with melodic line
2:48 - internal filter CV - short delay with lots of feedback
3:47 - envelope follower controls the filter CV
4:42 - feedback patch to external input
5:30 - Buddha machine as external input
6:07 - Field Kit radio scanning controlled by envelope out
6:54 - playing with four pickups using the Field Kit's mixer

SUPERBOOTH 2024: Koma Elektronik - Chromaplane Electromagnetic Synth

video upload by sonicstate

"At Superbooth 2024, Chris showcased the Chromaplane*, an electromagnetic synthesizer developed with the support of *KOMA Electronic*. The instrument features 10 electromagnetic fields emitting from specific points on its surface, which are played using two pickup coils. The sound is detected by the coils, passing through a low pass filter and delay, creating a unique modulation effect. Additionally, the *Chroma Plane includes an envelope follower output and an external input for playing external audio sources.

The concept of the Chroma Plane originated from Chris's experience as a musician and visual artist, leading to the development of a smaller version of the instrument for live performances. After more than 100 concerts worldwide, Chris and KOMA are working towards making the Chroma Plane available as a commercial product in the coming months. Stay tuned to the Koma website for updates."

via Koma Elektronik

"KOMA Elektronik & Passepartout Duo are collaborating on a new standalone instrument called the Chromaplane.

Are you ready to start a new journey together?

The Chromaplane features a touchless interface, organic analog sounds, and an intuitive way of playing, all made possible by invisible electromagnetic fields. It combines the expressivity of traditional acoustic instruments, with the endless experimentation of electronic sound design.

Passepartout Duo has been road testing the Chromaplane in their performance setup for a while, and now we’re finally at the last stages of development. In the next month, we’ll be revealing more information about this unique instrument, so…

…think about making some space in your studio!

Shipping Worldwide!"

SVF-201 State-Variable Vactrol Filter from KOMA Elektronk (Tutorial)

video upload by CatSynth TV

Merch: https://shop.catsynth.com
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/catsynth
Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/catsynth

"We preset the SVF-201 state-variable vactrol filter from KOMA Elektronik. We explore each of the states (lowpass, bandpass, and highpass) separately as well as together with the continuous CV-controllable state selection. We also use modulation from our trusty Arturia MiniBrute 2 and the Pittsburgh Modular Generator for audio-rate modulation."

00:00 Introduction
00:22 Vactrols and Vactrol filters
01:03 Overview of the SVF-201
01:45 Cutoff and Resonance in lowpass, bandpass, and highpass modes
04:15 Mix output and variable state selection
06:00 Simple cutoff frequency modulation (with ADSR envelope)
06:28 Audio-rate cutoff modulation with Pittsburgh Modular Generator
08:39 Putting it all together. ASDR, LFO, and Sequencer from Minibrute 2, and resonance modulation from the Generator
10:02 Conclusion

Field Kit previously posted here

Koma Komplex Elektronik Sequencer Update

via Koma Elektronik

"The long wait finally ends! Due to the supply chain disruption caused by Covid-19 we had to scrape together parts from all corners of the world for nearly two years. Finally the last necessary chip has found its way into the box labelled "Komplex Sequencer". We are now able to start producing a "golden sample" and organize a full production run.

First 10 persons pre-ordering will receive 10 KOMA Elektronik branded patch cables with the perfect size to internally patch the Komplex patchbay

GOLDEN SAMPLE
What is a "golden sample" and why is it necessary? First off: NO, there will NOT be a Komplex with an enclosure made out of gold (at least not in any forseeable future). But whenever a "complex" product like the Komplex undergoes some bigger changes, KOMA usually won't just go ahead and change a bunch of circuitry to willy nilly start production right away. Instead, great care is taken and a so-called 'golden sample' is produced. This means that all changes are worked into the circuitry and a single prototype is being built to be tested thoroughly.

NEW FEATURES
We added a new functionality into the Komplex Sequencer: The Transpose CV input now also transposes the MIDI notes that a sequencer is producing. Also some circuitry had to undergo changes to account for non-available and now obsolete chips. We already have a prototype here with the necessary changes but it still has a bunch of colored wires dangling out of the enclosure and the changes are essentially piggy-backed on the original circuitry. That's why we are producing a golden sample right now as you read these lines. Once that prototype comes back and is all good, we will trigger production.

WHAT ELSE HAS CHANGED?
The new Komplex run is very limited and will be available in 2 batches of 25 pieces each. Some of you that were eying the Komplex for a longer time might have noticed that the sales price increased. Unfortunately many components needed for building a Komplex sequencer have gotten more expensive since our last production run. In fact, it is fair to say that ALL components have gotten substantially more expensive. This starts with electronic parts not available on the market anymore, like microcontrollers that we had to buy for an elevated price, goes over hardware parts like sliders and pushbuttons and ends with greatly risen prices for both the metal enclosure and wooden sidecheeks.

WHAT NOW?
Since demand is huge, as of today, we have enabled backordering of Komplex Sequencers in our webshop. We have already ordered a few components like the metal enclosures and wooden sidepanels but the majority of production will have to wait until the golden sample is here. Since we already tested the new functionality and can verify it with our 'Frankenstein' unit here, it should be smooth sailing from here on out. In fact, we are testing this feature since nearly a year in our synth setup in the workshop and enjoy it thoroughly.

HOW TO PRE-ORDER
Current estimated delivery date for the first batch is September 2023. That's how long it takes for all the necessary parts to arrive in our workshop plus assemble time. It is "first come, first served" or as you programmers like to call it: FIFO (first in, first out)."

OMBIENT: Live!@EMEAPP (4/22/23)

video upload by EMEAPP

"This was a fun night. On April 22, 2023 we held our first video shoot in our live studio space with an audience in attendance with Ombient and Electric Diamond on the bill.

Ombient (Mike Hunter) was the opening performer on the bill and in the space of 30 minutes, he took the entire room on an electronic sonic journey complete with custom projections by PYXL8R. Armed with his custom Synthesizers.com modular system, Koma Elektronik Komplex Sequencer, Rhodes Chroma, Oberheim Matrix-6, ARP 2600 re-issue and a slew of effects, Ombient's performance was ultimately a swirling, constantly evolving set reminiscent of artists such as Tangerine Dream and Ashra.

A big thank you to Ombient (Mike Hunter), PXYL8R (Ken Palmer) Electric Diamon (Stuart Diamond, Don Slepian and Karen Bentley Pollick) and to all of our volunteers for helping to make this night a well-oiled and enjoyable experience for all.

You can find us at www.emeapp.org where we invite you to join us as a member."

1 More Hour of Buchla Style Modular Synthesizer & Vocals from GSG Presents: SYNTHON: JAMURAMIUM II:

video upload by The Galaxy Electric

"For this performance we used our Buchla style Modular Synthesizer, Nord Modular G1, Tascam Porta02 mkii, tape loop, Elektron Octatrack mkii, Koma Elektronik Field Kit, Boss RE-20 Space Echo Pedal x2, Pigtronix Infinity Looper, Shure Beta 87C, and more.

This Jamuramium II festival was packed with talented streamers. We had a blast listening as well as participating. Watch and listen as we traverse through the cosmos, exploring different space conditions, planetary systems and beyond through cosmic tape music. The Golden Shrimp Guild is our streaming posse. Everyone involved is a class act. Check out the Golden Shrimp Guild and all of the associated streamers if you want to treat yourself.

Modular Synth, folktronica, chillouthouse, modular performance, tape, Nord, Buchla, synthon, GSG"

1 Hour of Buchla Style Modular Synth, Nord Modular, Tape Loops & Vocals 🎶 Ambient FAM FEST 2022

video upload by The Galaxy Electric

"Join us on a cosmic voyage through relaxing, uncharted waters in this 1 hour livestream taken from our performance for Ambient Fam Fest in December 2022. Featuring our Buchla style Modular Synth. This was a pretty spacey and at times chaotic jam. In play were the Pigtronix Infinity Looper, Boss RE-20 Space Echo, Nord Modular G1, Koma Elektronik Field Kit, and more. This is an improvised performance where we pretty much start from scratch."

Koma Komplex sequencer

Koma Komplex sequencer - I like it! video upload by David Morley

"I decided to change my analogue sequencer from a Fenix III to a Koma Komplex. After 11 years with the Fenix, I think it was time to travel new paths.

It's a seriously great sequencer. I'll try and do a series of videos on this. Each showing a sequence with some feature being profiled.

Koma Komplex
Roland SH-2 via Midi
Fenix I modular via CV Gate"

KOMA Elektronik - Dual Discrete VCA - Overview

video upload by KOMA Elektronik

"A short introduction into the functions and interface of the KOMA Elektronik Dual Discrete VCA.

The Dual Discrete VCA offers two independent high-quality VCA channels, both built up out of discrete transistor cells with low CV and audio bleed, very low noise and distortion. It features two audio inputs per channel and can be used as a four input mixer.

The VCA’s feature set also enables you to experiment with the linear/exponential response curve of the cores, changing the dynamics of your sound.

Additionally, all four inputs offer a soft-clipping stage, so you can get your crunchy going!"

See this post for additional details.