0-Coast, 0-Ctrl, S4 & Move - Ambient Exploration

video upload by André Davies

"A live ambient performance created with the Make Noise 0-Coast, 0-Ctrl, Torso Electronics S-4, and Ableton Move — an exploration of evolving sounds, textured drones, subtle rhythms, and spacious soundscapes.
Find a quiet space, put on your headphones, and let yourself drift into the sound."

Make Noise 0-Coast Patchable Synthesizer

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LYRA-8, Swarmatron, JEN SX-1000, Strega, and Grendel Drone Commander Emulators by Diego Capoccitti

video uploads by Diego Capoccitti

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Playlist:

1. OktaDie, plugins and iOS app inspired by LYRA-8 ....Coming soon! #synth #sounddesign

"Eight touch-sensitive voices, a cross-modulation matrix, a dual modulated delay and an overdrive — no keyboard, no scale, no quantization anywhere.
It drifts on its own and never makes the same sound twice.

The plugin will be available on Mac, Windows and iPad.
VST3 / AU / AAX / AUv3, instrument and FX.

Coming Soon on! https://www.diegocapoccitti.it"

2. SwarmaDie 2 — Swarmatron (Unofficial) Emulator Plugin | Overview & Demo (VST3 / AU / AAX)

SwarmaDie 2 is an unofficial emulator of the legendary Swarmatron analog synthesizer, available as a VST3, AU, and AAX plugin for Mac and Windows. The Swarmatron is iconic for its hypnotic, swarming sound — multiple oscillators slightly detuned against each other, creating that signature ethereal drone. Made famous by artists like Jonny Greenwood, it's a rare and expensive hardware piece. SwarmaDie 2 brings that unique character straight into your DAW at an affordable price. MUSIC: "Hollow Light — Piano & Swarmatron (SwarmaDie 2 Demo)" (Diego Capoccitti - 2026)

3. SwarmaDie 2 iOS — Raw Screen & Audio Capture on iPad (Swarm Synth Jam)

4. JenDie — The JEN SX-1000 Reborn on iPad | Analog Synth Plugin Test

JenDie is an analog synthesizer inspired by the legendary JEN SX-1000 — the iconic Italian mono synth of the late '70s — faithfully recreated with its warm, gritty and unmistakable vintage character.

In this video you can see JenDie running on iPad, tested in standalone (also AUv3 plugin available!), showing how easy it is to bring that classic analog tone into a modern mobile setup. Plug in, play, and enjoy pure vintage synth vibes — anywhere.

🎛️ ABOUT THE PLUGIN
JenDie captures the soul of the JEN SX-1000: rich oscillators, a characterful filter and that raw, organic analog warmth that made the original a cult classic. Perfect for basslines, leads, retro sequences and anyone chasing that authentic vintage synth sound.

5. AlchemDie — Make Noise Strega (Unofficial) Emulator | Overview & Demo (VST3 / AU / AAX)

AlchemDie is an unofficial emulator of the "alchemical" Make Noise Strega, available as a VST3, AU, and AAX plugin for Mac and Windows.

Inspired by the mysterious and esoteric hardware designed by Make Noise in collaboration with Alessandro Cortini, AlchemDie is more than a synthesizer: it’s a laboratory for sonic experimentation. It transforms a simple digital oscillator into an unpredictable, evolving sound machine by routing its output through a feedback delay experiment that blurs the line between synthesis, processing, and noise.

From haunting drones to screeching feedback and organic textures, AlchemDie brings that unique "strega" soul straight into your DAW at an affordable price.

MUSIC: "Nigredo (AlchemDie Demo)" (Diego Capoccitti - 2026)

⚙️ KEY FEATURES:

Tonic Oscillator: Includes a sub-harmonic generator and continuous waveform morphing.
Vactrol-style Activation: VCA with asymmetric slew response for organic, acoustic-like behavior.
Time/Filter Loop: BBD-style delay emulation with dynamic lowpass and feedback.
Agitation Function: Generator with continuous trapezoid modulation to stir the sound.
Gesture Pads: Six momentary pads for multi-parameter macro control and performance.
External Substance: Input for processing external audio through the alchemical engine.
Character Section: Analog-style tape companding and stereo width controls.

6. DroneDie — Grendel Drone Commander Classic (Unofficial) Emulator | Overview & Demo (VST3 / AU / AAX)

DroneDie is an unofficial emulator of the legendary Grendel Drone Commander Classic, available as a VST3, AU, and AAX plugin for Mac and Windows.

The Grendel Drone Commander Classic is a cult hardware drone synthesizer, beloved in experimental, industrial, and noise music for its raw, abrasive, hypnotic character — a machine that turns simple oscillators into visceral sonic textures. Rare, quirky, and deeply expressive, it occupies a unique niche that no conventional synth can fill.

DroneDie brings that savage analog soul straight into your DAW at an affordable price.

MUSIC: "Axiom (DroneDie Demo)" (Diego Capoccitti - 2026)


⚙️ KEY FEATURES:

Inspired by the original hardware's raw oscillator behavior and gritty drone character
Simple, intuitive interface optimized for modern DAWs

7. DroneDie for iOS: Unedited RAW Live Demo & Jam in iPad (AUv3)

You can find them at https://www.diegocapoccitti.it

JHaible TAU Phaser 'The Pipe' 2026 by Random*Source

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"Today I am proud to show off the new TAU 2026 phaser edition from JHaible x Random*Source for Eurorack. Obviously the core 'Pipe' sound didn't change because it needs to remain faithful to its history and heritage. It's not supposed to sound different from the previous R*S version. But it does. This is because the TAU '26 features two inputs and two CV inputs instead of one. Also the inverted (-) V/OCT is dropped. Visually, the panel now matches the Serge Modular line so it neatly blends in with your Serge 3U gear.

So is it a 20 pole- or an 18 pole phaser? Is it even important? No. What's truly important is the PIPE configuration of 20 transistors in a classic ladder topology. Your input will actually flow through the circuitry like air in a tube and I think it's absolutely stunning when you run noise through it. However, when you bring a lush pad, the TAU will redefine 'lush' into a pseudo stereo swirl that doesn't make you seasick.

When you crank up the feedback and hit it with some trigger 'stick' or chain, the TAU will make remarkable percussion. The Tau is also available in 4U. It's still a Haible, but it carries the 'Serge Modular' branding and comes with an extra mixing panel.

00:00 Introduction and history
02:55 Using the TAU on a synth voice + noise
05:37 TAU phasing on the Serge Medusa
07:45 TAU and triggers (w. MakeNoise Resynthesizer)
09:21 Non-competitive compare with XAOC Kamieniec V1
10:16 TAU on Plaits
13:44 A trip down Memory Lane w. Mellotron Micro"

The MAGIC MultiWAVE Accompaniment Patch! | Make Noise

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"A fun approach to playing a monosynth alongside a MultiWAVE!

Plus the beginning of a discussion on relationality in music."

http://www.makenoisemusic.com

Make Noise Strega Desktop Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer

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0-Coast Birthday Party Announcement | Make Noise

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"0-Coast is ten years old this year, and we are celebrating!

Free event at Ayurprana Listening Room in Asheville NC on Saturday, September 12!

This video also includes:

A Plexiphon shipping update (unfortunately it is still delayed)
0-Coast patches based on commenter patch names, realized by Peter
A MultiWAVE/Strega patch to listen to"


http://www.makenoisemusic.com

Make Noise Shared System + QMMG | Eurorack Modular Synth

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

Make Noise Modular Synth Sample Pack: https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...

OUTSIDE THE KNOBS | Make Noise

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"Exploring a few of the 'hidden' behaviors accessible only by control voltage in New Universal Synthesizer System modules.

Plus a visual score by Sean Mahan, realized by Bobby A!"

http://www.makenoisemusic.com

ECHOPHON : Make Noise's lost gem

video upload by Robotopsy Robotopsy

"Some of the most interesting sounds a machine can produce are often discovered through experimentation.

Using a series of simple patches, this video explores the Echophon's fundamental functions.
Pitch shifting, feedback, tempo-synchronized delays, and processed feedback paths."

Modules vs. Plugins! Mimeophon vs. Cosmic Debris vs. Supermassive

video upload by Metamyther

"Which delay and reverb creates the most inspiring soundscapes? In this in-depth comparison, we put the Make Noise Mimeophon WMD's Cosmic Debris Eurorack modules against the Valhalla Supermassive plugin in a head-to-head bout. You'll hear how each piece of kit transforms the same source material. Whether you're building a Eurorack system, comparing hardware vs. software effects, looking for the best delay and reverb for modular synthesis, or searching for new sound design techniques for electronic music production, this demo highlights the strengths and sonic personality of each effect. Which effect belongs in your workflow?"

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Mimeophon Main Features
04:01 - Cosmic Debris Main Features
09:40 - Supermassive Main Features
13:36 - Vhikk X into Mimeophon
14:55 - Vhikk X into Cosmic Debris
17:16 - Vhikk X into Supermassive
19:31 - Warp Core into Mimeophon
20:58 - Warp Core into Cosmic Debris
23:31 - Warp Core into Supermassive
25:52 - Drums into Mimeophon
26:20 - Drums into Cosmic Debris
27:30 - Drums into Supermassive
30:09 - Scorecard

Cross Mod Explorations with MultiWAVE | Make Noise

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"Trying out some different ways to use the new cross mod MultiMod Shape on MultiWAVE!

Try it out yourself by installing the new firmware here: https://www.makenoise-manuals.com/fir...

http://www.makenoisemusic.com"

Roland D-05, Make Noise Strega & Ableton Mode | Ambient Drone

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

"Sequencer: Ableton Mode https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
Discover the Sacred Sounds of the Past: A Generative Sequencer Inspired by Medieval Chant
Immerse yourself in a groundbreaking tool designed for creators of ambient, experimental, contemporary music, IDM, and electronica. This Max for Live generative sequencer fuses historical depth with cutting-edge technology, offering a unique journey through time and sound.
Historical Roots, Modern Expression
Developed over a year of intensive research, this device draws from a rich tapestry of medieval chant manuscripts and the intricate patterns of neume notation. Delve into the essence of the eight church modes, enriched with the proto-characteristics of Ionian and Aeolian modes foretelling the rise of major and minor tonalities.
Infinite Melodic Possibilities
Let the sequencer generate melodies imbued with the organic flow and spiritual resonance of early music, now reimagined for contemporary creativity. Whether sculpting ethereal soundscapes or exploring experimental forms, this device breathes new life into your compositions.

Recording: Ambient Drone (Sample Pack) https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store..."

Sinewave Reel | Make Noise Morphagene

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

"Drum: Machinedrum Sample Pack https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...

Sinewave Reel from Morphagene (Reels Pack)
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Recomposing the Architecture of Sound
The Make Noise Morphagene functions as a system for reorganizing recorded time. Each splice and grain becomes a modular event, where sound is reshaped through control voltage, feedback, and probability.

The Morphagene Reels Sample Pack ver.2.1 extends this system by providing a collection of reel structures designed for direct use. It includes 26 sets of curated sound materials that range from TB-303 inspired acid patterns to dubstep modulations, color bass textures, rave stabs, Wave atmospheres, retro PCM timbres, breakbeats, and industrial percussive elements. Every reel is pre-labeled with accurate splice points, enabling immediate interaction within Morphagene without additional editing."

Turn any soundsource into Drums with 'Doppler' from Jasmine & Olive Trees.

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"Sometimes a module comes along where you'd read the description and think, OK, why? This module turns any sound into drums so if you're not interested in drum sounds, why bother? And what do drumsounds have in common with the Doppler effect where pitch perception would change depending on an object moving towards or away from you?

BUT THEN.
You patch it up, play with a few sources and go WOW.
Check it out."

MYSTERON : Make Noise's lost gem

video upload by Robotopsy Robotopsy

"The Mysteron is neither an oscillator nor a traditional instrument. It is a digital resonant structure whose behavior seems to oscillate between known physics and something less easily explained.

This demonstration explores its responses to different forms of excitation, its unpredictable resonances, and the soundscapes it generates when left to evolve freely."

Subtle Expressions: Squarp Instruments Hapax Performance

video upload by MKustomAudio

"With recently obtaining the Squarp Instruments Hapax to act as my main standalone sequencer, I've been diving deep into all the functions it offers. This is the first track I've made putting together a number of items such as automation, assign controls, creative MIDI effects (register, arpoly, etc.), BPM elasticity, and adjustable start/stop loop lengths. I've added notes in the video explaining some key points for the track and additional equipment used, but below is a more detailed list of the sound sources:

Korg Arp 2600 M
Novation Peak
Novation Bass Station II
Korg Opsix
Sequential OB-6 Desktop
Elektron Digitakt II
Befaco Oneiroi
Soma Lyra-8, Erica Synths Black 3109 VCF/VCA, Qu-Bit Mojave
Make Noise STO + Schlappi Engineering Angle Grinder, Make Noise QPAS, Intellijel Sealegs
Moog Mother 32, Ritual Electronics Miasma (Erica Synths Black Polivoks VCF in feedback loop), Erica Synths Blackhole DSP2"

Unsync - 3 Semi-Modular Analog Synths (0-Coast, Taiga & DFAM) sequenced by Hapax

video upload by 2-Minute Warning

"This time I wanted to experiment with a rather unusual setup: 3 semi-modular analog monosynths playing together. My goal wasn't to make the melody complex, but rather the rhythm. I tried to build a piece that sounds fairly simple on the surface, while hiding polymeters and polyrhythms underneath 😎

On paper, it doesn't sound like the most obvious setup: one synth for plucks, one for bass, one for percussion... and somehow convincing them to play nicely together!

The Hapax is sequencing the whole performance. At one point I activate its MIDI Euclid effect on the bass sequence to introduce a bit of rhythmic tension before bringing everything back to the original groove.

The DFAM is also receiving CV from the Hapax to transpose Oscillator 1 so that its pitch follows the bass line. Since the DFAM is usually thought of as a percussion synth, I always enjoy pushing it a little outside of its comfort zone 😉

Another thing I wanted to highlight was the Shape control on the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga. Throughout the jam, I gradually morph the bass timbre simply by playing with the oscillator shapes. It's one of my favourite aspects of the Taiga: even a simple bass line can evolve dramatically without touching the sequence itself. The same approach works beautifully for leads and other melodic parts too.

As always, this was performed in a single take. I do the mixing and mastering afterwards in Ableton Live, but I didn't edit or 'fix' the performance itself. What you hear is what was played."

Using a Zero to Rack Mount a 0-Ctrl, 0-Coast, or Strega

video upload by Sonoclast Music

"The Zero is a eurorack module made to assist rack mounting a Make Noise 0-Ctrl, 0-Coast, or Strega. It includes an attenuverter and a barrel jack breakout to power a Make Noise module with its original power supply."

Zero on the left.

via Sonoclast Music

"The Zero is a eurorack module made to assist rack mounting a Make Noise 0-Ctrl, 0-Coast, or Strega. It includes an attenuverter and a barrel jack breakout to power a Make Noise module with its original power supply.

Here is one next to a 0-Ctrl.

Specifications

The top part of the Zero is an attenuverter. From top to bottom:

The input jack is for the control voltage to be attenuverted.

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Alpha Syntauri at Make Noise

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"Named for the closest solar system to our own sun, the Alpha Syntauri was a digital synthesizer that ran on an Apple II computer and also had some proto-DAW-like or at least workstation-like capabilities. It was probably created as a lower cost alternative to the likes of the Fairlight or Synclavier systems that would have been accessible only to institutions and to the most wealthy musicians. While not everybody had a personal computer in 1980, that was at least something that many people could save up to own if they wanted to.

Like many older electronic music curiosities, this Alpha Syntauri system hung around the shop here at Make Noise for a while and then made its way on to its next home. But this one was unusual enough that we thought it might be fun to briefly feature it in a video.

The Reel used in the patch walkthru can be downloaded here— happy patching! https://freesound.org/people/makenois...

http://www.makenoisemusic.com"