Machina Bristonica 2025 - A Quick Look Round

video upload by Runningonair

"Just a little video about my trip to Machina Bristonica. Not by any means a full review, I wouldn't have it in me to attempt such a thing.

Links:
Equipment
https://sequential.com/modern-analog/...
https://www.genki.is/katla
https://groovesynthesis.com/
https://novationmusic.com/products/mi...
https://www.arturia.com/products/hard...

Artists
Sakr
https://sakrmusic.bandcamp.com/
Tim Exile
https://timexile.bandcamp.com/
Nadia Struiwigh
https://nadiastruiwigh.bandcamp.com/


https://runningonair.bandcamp.com/

https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fNUf...

https://paypal.me/runningonair?

Machina Bristronica 25: Elektron Tonverk

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"Tonverk is Elektron's their latest creation, a polyphonic multi sampler that introduces a powerful new subtrack system. We get a quick demo at Machina Bristronica to see and hear what it is capable of."

Machina Bristronica: Instruo Pocket Scion

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"We caught up with Instruo to learn more about Pocket SCÍON, their new portable device designed to capture biofeedback data sourced from contact with living organisms."

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Machina Bristronica 25: RYK Modular Time Slice

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"RYK Modular are about to release the Time Slice, a quad-channel looper and sampler module that features a comprehensive set of onboard effects."

"Quad-channel Looper and Sampling Laboratory



Want to F**K with the fabric of time ? In four dimensions ?

Now you can, with TIME SLICE the new quad-channel Eurorack audio looper and sampling machine

Four channels of audio I/O with big fat rolling buffers for each channel, plus a dedicated Stereo Mix Output
Classic H3000 style Pitch-shifters to f**K with time, sculpt your audio

Overtly generous amount of FX, with dedicated Pitch-shift, Delay, Reverb, Tilt Filter, Wave Fold and more on every track

Keep your dreams, or re-use the dreams of others with Internal and USB storage support for Loading and Saving WAV files, including embedded WAV Markers for multi-sample instruments

More jacks than you can shake a stick at, assignable CV inputs, and Trigger INs and OUT on each track
1-Shot Loop mode for sampler style playback with MIDI support for keyboard control and MIDI CC for modulations

Unique retrospective loop mode for the performance challenged musician, plus traditional style loop mode for the old timers

All sources catered for with Line Level, Euro Level, and HOT EURO !
Ping-pong like a 4-track, Time Slice lets you resample other tracks, and even record the Stereo Mix Output as a new track

Keeps impeccable time, and can play friends with MIDI and clock-sync.

Includes exciting funky red circle display thing at no extra cost, plus a big retro scroll wheel !"

WMD Cosmic Debris / Skorpion and Clutch – Bristonica 25

video upload by Stromkult

"WMD, in the Eurorack-Buisness since decades, released just some new modules.

Skorpion an 8-stage analog wavefolder, that can simple sounds into Sound architectures, it's such a powerful module, hear yourself!

Clutch is a Hihat Module which brings your grooves to the next level. Hihats are (at least for me) one of the most important elements in techno, so having a dedicated module in your rack just to have hands on control on these is so great. Hear yourself the Module at the Beginning of the Video

Cosmic Debris is a powerful delay and reverb engine built for modular explorers who want more than just echoes. It's an in depth sound design monster for every kind of Time related effects and give you different kinds of effects. A freeze function is also included, sound so good). The whole spec sheet is not released now, so check the WMD-Page in a while for more detailed Infos!


0:00 Intro
0:15 Clutch Hi Hat Module
4:19 Skorpion 8-stage analog wavefolder
9:04 Cosmic Debris powerful delay and reverb"

MACHINA BRISTRONICA w/ Stromkult

video uploads by Stromkult

Playlist:

1. MPE on Supercritical Synthesizer Redshift 6 - Bristonica 25

Now capable of MPE!

The latest Redshift update introduces MPE functionality.
This feature, which addresses frequent customer requests, enables compatibility with MPE-capable controllers, such as the LinnStrument.

2. Verbos Electronics Multistage 16- Bristronica 25

New evolution of the Voltage Multistage, one of the first Verbos Modules.
The original Voltage Multistage has an analog sequencer core with several unique features that allow it to function as a sequencer with switchable slides on each step, multistage envelope of any length with sustain on any stage, any shape of LFO, voltage quantizer, and more.

The Voltage Multistage 16 is no longer based on a CMOS counter core, but is built around discrete transistor stages, which enables gate inputs on each stage. This allows external gates to jump it to any stage, multiple loops and sequences that start at one stage and then enter into a loop later.

3. Ohm Force Bohm - Bristronica 25

Explore uncharted kick territory. Choose from nine unique models (and counting) and let the randomizer surprise your creativity. Precision sound-shaping knobs with wide sweet spots make flawless tweaks effortless.

4. TouellSkouarn - Bristronica 25

Gael is revealing the modules that are currently housed in his suitcase. Including the Strakal Brulu and the one and only Germanium Mixer. If you check the prices of old Germanium mixers, such as the Siemens, you will see that this one is a real bargain. As always, there is a lovely sound at his booth; no sine is allowed to pass through this Eurorack system.

TouellSkouarn: Squaring your sines since 2010

5. Crosspatch Triggerpad Updates - Launchpad Sequencer - Bristronica 25

Mitja tells us the latest news about his module at this year's Machina Bristonica. The Triggerpad module converts your Launchpad into a standalone Eurorack. This allows you to repurpose an older Launchpad that might be gathering dust for your Eurorack system. The workflow is super simple and hands-on. You have features such as polymeter per track, swing and micro steps at your fingertips. The new features are BPM modulation and triplets.

6. UDO Audio DMNO 8-voice 2-part multitimbral - Bristonica 25

We have just had the opportunity to take a first look at the new, innovative synth from UDO Audio: the DMNO.
Here's a short interview and sound demo from George!

Features:
8 voice polyphonic, with 4 ‘super’ voices when in Binaural mode. Binaural mode gives each channel (ear) a full synthesizer voice with independent detuning and modulation, creating an expansive, rich and texturally wide sound 2-Part Multitimbral, comprising 2 independent hybrid synthesizers, each with its own dedicated set of front-panel controls
8 selectable ‘Play Modes’ that immediately reconfigure DMNO’s signal flow, redefining how its two independent synth engines interact with one another

7. Teaching Machines FuzzBillon: Numerical Tone Switching – Bristronica 25

Instead of using potentiometers for the device's settings, Teaching Machines uses numerical switches. This offers the advantage of total recall. The effects range from subtle overdrive to screaming distortion and are based on a completely analogue circuit with amplification devices from Germanium to Silicon and light-emitting diodes. Shipping soon!

0:00 Intro / Explanation 3:34 Sound Demo

MACHINA BRISTRONICA LØSTLVLS

video uploads by LØSTLVLS



Playlist:

1. - 4. ERICA SYNTHS HEXDRUMS 01 - 04 // MACHINA BRISTRONICA '25 // LØSTLVLS

I got to spend some quality time with the Hexdrums - it sounds really beefy and each voice has a tonne of sweet spots. The Hexdrums has loads of saturation available, is built to a high standard and feels very performative. This is the first of four videos.

Check out my samples on Bandcamp - loads of vintage and modern drum machines and more, all samples ethically-sourced and locally-grown here in the lab in Bristol, UK: https://lostlvls.bandcamp.com/

5. ERICA SYNTHS PERKONS HD-01 // MACHINA BRISTRONICA '25 // LØSTLVLS

The formidable Perkons HD-01 was available at Machina Bristronica - how could I resist? For my money the Perkons is the most 'jammable' and gratifying drum machine on the market, hands-down. The person using it before filming this session was dancing and really enjoying their time with it. Was a joy to witness!

6. MODOR DR-2 // MACHINA BRISTRONICA '25 // LØSTLVLS

The excellent DR-2 drum machine from Modor aka Marcel Belmans. Was a treat to finally meet Marcel and discuss his creations. In this video Marcel kindly demonstrated the DR-2 for us.

7. BODY SYNTHS METAL FETISHIST x2 // MACHINA BRISTRONICA '25 // LØSTLVLS

Been wanting to check this little weirdo out for some time - two is even better!

https://bodysynths.com/

Machina Bristronica 2025 Walkthrough

video upload by True Cuckoo

https://www.truecuckoo.com/

Fieldtone- Box of uncertainty demo at Machina Bristronica 2025

video upload by Lamb K305

BELA TRAILS and GEM(!) New embedded audio platform! - Machina Bristronica 2025

video upload by True Cuckoo

BELA: http://bela.io
Tour dates: https://www.truecuckoo.com/

Vhikk X 9 NEW ALGORITHMS! Machina Bristronica Exclusive Sneak Peek

video upload by Metamyther

"The title says it all - check out a deep dive on the new algorithms coming to the Vhikk X, which will double the capabilities of this already incredible module.

Chapters:
00:00 - New Algorithm 1
01:19 - New Algorithm 2
04:04 - New Algorithm 3
06:41 - New Algorithm 4
10:18 - New Algorithm 5
14:54 - New Algorithm 6
22:11 - New Algorithm 7
26:06 - New Algorithm 8
29:50 - New Algorithm 9"

A Hybrid Eurorack Performance System with ALX-106 from WMD // Machina Bristronica DivKid Discussions

video upload by DivKid

"Here Alex from WMD ‘ALX-106’ joins me on the DivKid Discussions stage at Machina Bristronica, back in 2023 this one, to chat WMD Clutch (their hi hat module) and to demonstrate the WMD Metron’s ability to sequence and perform alongside other WMD (and non WMD) modules in Alex’s hybrid Eurorack performance rig. The combo of laptop, controller & Eurorack is a house music performance machine! Impressive."

Next week in Bristol, the ARP Foundation will be bearing gifts...

video upload by Alan R. Pearlman Foundation

"Attending ⁨‪@MachinaBristronica‬ next weekend? The Alan R Pearlman Foundation will be there with a big surprise! Stay tuned!

(Many thanks to Robert Saint John of Cherry Audio for producing this vid)"

https://alanrpearlmanfoundation.org/

Musical approaches to Eurorack design & performance // Shakmat Discussion at Machina Bristronica

video upload by DivKid

"At Machina Bristronica there's a DivKid Discussions stage and at said stage Francios from Shakmat joined me to hang out, casually interview and make some bleeps and bloops! Here we get into Shakmat as a company, getting into module design choices as well as some great performative musical examples of a Shakmat system.

SHAKMAT // https://shakmat.com

GET YOUR MACHINA BRISTRONICA 2025 TICKETS & INFO HERE // https://machinabristronica.uk"

Rides in the Storm discusses discrete circuits & affordable Eurorack // Machina Bristronica

video upload by DivKid

"Here's a video from Machina Bristronica where Uwe George from Rides in the Storm joins me on the DivKid Discussion stage for a demo/presentation of his modules and a chat. We discuss origins in MFB, why BBDs are too dark for synths, discrete circuits, making Eurorack modules that are affordable yet feature packed and various "in the works" things to come in the future.

Rides in the Storm // https://rides-in-the-storm.de

Tickets & info for the upcoming Machina Bristronica // https://machinabristronica.uk"

Big Punchy Kicks from BLAST with friends Hatz & Etna // Patching Panda at Machina Bristronica 2024

video upload by DivKid

"Here we have Luis from Patching Panda presenting his new Blast and v3 Hatz module (along with a preview of his new trigger sequencer) in a DivKid Discussion ... on the DivKid stage ... at Machina Bristonica 2024. Unfortunately we had a lot of issues with these files so the discussion has been cut down heavily to work with what we have."

*TIMING INDEX // CHAPTERS*
00:00 Intro
00:25 Blast
05:44 Hatz v3
07:24 Etna

Dubby "this is the ultimate music tool" by Componental // DivKid Discussion Machina Bristronica 2024

video upload by DivKid

You might remember Dubby from this set of Machina Bristronica videos.

"Back at Superbooth I was pleasantly surprised to see a quadrophonic dub delay called Dubby, learning that it could work in quad, dual stereo, 4x mono or a whole range of flexible FX routings sounded great. Fast forward to Machina Bristronica for the DivKid Discussion (on the DivKid stage!) I had the pleasure of sitting down for a conversation and demo of Dubby with Rasmus from Componental. Here's that discussion.

Dubby is currently live on Kickstarter at the time of publishing with around a week to go. If you'd like to support it (it's well over funding, so it's happening already) here it is // https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/..."

"Dubby is a powerful, standalone device designed to simplify the creative process and put you in full control of your sound - whether you're just starting out or you're an experienced musician. With no computer needed, just plug-and-play.

Perfect for singers, producers, instrumentalists, and modular synth enthusiasts alike, Dubby fits seamlessly into your workflow. Its intuitive, hands-on controls make it fun to explore new sounds, from quadraphonic effects to custom synths. Whether you're jamming at home, recording in the studio, or performing live, Dubby gives you the freedom to personalise your music-making experience, allowing you to map and control every parameter your way.

And with Dubby’s open platform, you can even customise both the hardware and software, unlocking endless possibilities for creativity and exploration.

Immediate Immersion and Flow: Dubby works out of the box and is set up to be a fun and engaging music device, either as an audio effect, synthesizer, or music tool.

Endless Possibilities: Upload new audio effects and synthesisers directly from the Dubby App Store, accessible through a web browser, making Dubby a versatile addition to any setup.

Tactile Interface: Designed with musicians in mind, Dubby features an intuitive hardware interface with select controls for seamless interaction during live performances or studio sessions.

Fully Stand-Alone Functionality: Dubby can run advanced real-time audio algorithms, freeing you from the computer. Take your favourite effects, synths, and tools out of the box!

Quadrophonic Sound: Experience immersive, high-fidelity audio with Dubby's quadrophonic capabilities.

Customisable and Programmable: Tailor Dubby to your specific needs by swapping side panels to your liking. Choose between faders, buttons, and expression / footswitch jacks. With programming in popular languages like Max/MSP Gen~, Pure Data (coming), and C++, you can modify existing algorithms or create entirely new ones."

he calls it: delayf**ker - Power Glitch - Sonic State Demo at Machina Bristonica

video upload by Componental

"The delayf**ker is a performance effect that pushes digital echo to its limits, with real-time manipulations getting ‘stuck’ in the feedback loop for dynamic sound-on-sound edits. It delivers rich, glitchy audio textures, ranging from Karplus-Strong and micro-looping to traditional echo and chorus. With control over delay time, feedback, and buffer freezing, you can experiment on the edge of stability for unique sonic outputs. Despite its experimental nature, it's highly versatile, offering sounds from subtle to chaotic, for live or studio use."

Early Bird Price: €456

Supercritical’s YouTube Thing Episode #6 - “Production Time”

video upload by Supercritical Synthesizers

"The Supercritical Redshift 6 will be available in early December 2024 with an MSRP of 1259€

00:00 - Intro
00:16 - Production news!
01:15 - Machina Bristronica 2024.
04:38 - Machina Bristronica - Demo Presets.
11:52 - A surprise!"

myVolts at Machina Bristronica 2024

myVolts has a write-up on Machina Bristronica 2024 which you can find here.

You'll find pics and meetups with various attendies.

PWM Mantis Quick Look

video upload by Starsky Carr

"WASP - OSCAR - MANTIS. From original thoughts of Chris Huggett, PWM and he worked together on his final designs before his untimely death. PWM have realised his vision plus some extras like the ability to play 4 voices (quad paraphonic) on what was originally a duophonic idea. ... I think!

The PWM Mantis is a unique synth .. a bit like a vintage synth being brought to the market in the 21st century. I say almost like a vintage because it does have all the modern features you'd expect."