"Rain beat against the grimy glass of my office, as if the darkness itself were trying to force its way in. I sat, leaning against the battered back of my chair, watching the city drown in this invisible energy. They called it dark matter, but that was just a word, a pathetic attempt to describe something that had long since ceased to be mere matter. It breathed, pulsated, permeated the edges of reality, distorting the angles of perception and memory. People changed, became... different. Not evil, not mad, but simply *not the same*. Their faces seemed to blur, losing their clarity, until they became masks reflecting something ancient and alien. I saw it absorbing light, not simply extinguishing it, but reprocessing it, turning it into something new, something that defies description. And I knew that sooner or later she would get to me, swallow me up in her bottomless dark ocean, turning me into another brick in the foundation of something incomprehensible, something that would come when the universe got tired of being the universe.
. . .
sound gear:
_ Lefty’s Sound Lab DARK MATTER / @leftyssoundlab
_ Eventide BLACKHOLE
_ Tascam DR40x"
"Dark Matter is a Russian Chthonic Synthesizer, shortly, Chthonizer - your portal to another sound worlds and dimensions.
100% analog circuit."
"The "pairing series" is back! In this one we explore the Zakal, a spring reverb / feedback device from Colossus Audio. We start by using the Metal Fetishist as a sound source but quickly flip the tables and use it as a sound processor instead, making Rythms with the feedback tones that come through its input from the Zakal.
The background noise you may hear comes from my microphone, not from the instruments. I will be more careful next time.
"Zakal is a resonant audio feedback instrument. It generates feedback using reverb springs, with the feedback signal shaped by a low-pass filter and a delay in the feedback path or simple feedback. Additionally, Zakal can function as a spring reverb effect, offering versatile sonic possibilities.
Zakal contains amplification and recovery circuits designed to generate audio feedback through its reverb springs.
A switch allows you to engage the LPF and Delay within the feedback path, enabling creative control over the frequencies fed back into the spring reverb, shaping unique resonant textures.
When used as a spring reverb effects unit, the POST EQ provides precise shaping of the wet signal, offering enhanced tonal flexibility.
At the end of the chain, a 3-band EQ provides additional shaping of the output, offering precise control over the final sound. When used as a spring reverb effects unit, the EQ enhances the wet signal for even greater tonal versatility.
ZAKAL does not include a power supply. It operates on a standard 9V DC (negative center, 2.1mm barrel plug) compatible with most guitar pedal power supplies. If you do not own one feel free to reach out, and I’ll help you find a suitable option."
"Cold sand creaked beneath limbs I couldn't remember having acquired. Metal and flesh, woven into an inconceivable construct, pulsed with a dim, inner light. The planet was dead, scorched to the bone, only rusted rock and endless dunes on the horizon. I didn't know who I was, what I was, or how I had ended up here. My memories held only fragments of alien sensations, echoes of long-forgotten knowledge that didn't add up to a coherent picture. I was a mechanism, not crafted by hand, but grown like a mushroom on the rotting wood of space. My purpose? Nonexistent. My past? Emptiness. I simply wandered, driven by an instinct I couldn't explain, across this lifeless land, like a ghost forgotten even by death. And with every step, with every breath, I felt this planet, this emptiness, creeping into me, erasing the last vestiges of what could have been.
. . .
sound gear:
_ Diogenes' Lantern by Kakos Nonos / @kakosnonos4541
_ Universe Zen ВОСХОД-2 / www.universe-zen.ru
_ Tascam DR40x
. . .
musician's account:
Bandcamp: https://gipnoz.bandcamp.com
Instagram: / gipnozer.sound
Telegram: https://t.me/gipnozer_sound
VK: https://vk.com/gipnozer"
"Diogenes' Lantern" is a 12-voice drone synthesizer. However, it is capable of generating noise, ambient textures, and melodies alike. The synth features a unique control system designed to eliminate the need for a thousand knobs to manage every parameter; instead, it works as follows: One knob sets the value for the first oscillator, while a second knob determines the *offset*—how much the value of each subsequent oscillator differs from the one preceding it. This method is used to control all parameters: frequency, waveforms, and signal combination types.
Link to the VK group: https://vk.com/musicnoisebox
Features: 12 oscillators with adjustable waveforms 16 waveforms that morph smoothly into one another 8 signal combination schemes (for pairs of signals) that morph smoothly into one another 3 filter types with resonance (HP, LP, Res) Filter LFO with selectable triangle, square, or oscillator/combiner-derived waveforms A second LFO featuring complex waveforms, capable of modulating synthesis parameters—including the filter (providing two dedicated LFOs for the filter) Tone quantization capability (quantizing to the tonic or fifth) 6-button keyboard interface; individual keys can be custom-configured, or a layout can be selected from 63 presets Attack, Release, and Glide controls Killswitch with smooth fade-out/fade-in functionality Randomize button, allowing for independent randomization of synthesis parameters and LFO settings "Move" mode: each key is assigned its own unique synthesis preset Polyphonic mode with 6, 4, or 2-voice polyphony Support for 432 Hz tuning Distortion effect Smoothly adjustable "Mass" parameter ...of sound, where the number of operating units can be regulated.
A desktop spring reverb unit featuring a built-in miniature spring.
You can use its high-quality, authentic spring to achieve a beautiful, classic reverb—or you can dive headfirst into the lush, vibrant resonance of a wildly oscillating spring, letting yourself drift and drown in its saturated wetness. It gets absolutely drenched.
And while nobody explicitly told you to shake it, smack it around, or slam it against the table... well, naturally, you’re going to do it. After all, there’s a real spring inside that actually shakes! It’s the thrill of the authentic.
Mix the clean-boosted signal (GAIN) with the spring-reverb-processed signal (REVERB), then adjust the overall output volume using the LEVEL control.
When the switch is in the down position, the signal bypasses the effect, passing directly from IN to OUT. The LED illuminates when the effect is active.
*Powered by a DC 9V power adapter (center-negative / Tip = -); sold separately.
El-Ma Ørsted V2 – An Instrument That Makes the Electromagnetic World Audible
VAEMI – Volt Age Electronic Musical Instruments is pleased to announce El-Ma Ørsted V2, the second version of El-Ma Ørsted, its unique instrument that transforms electromagnetic fields into sound.
El-Ma Ørsted takes its name from the physicist and chemist Hans Christian Ørsted, known for his fundamental discoveries in the field of electromagnetism. “El-Ma” is an abbreviation of the term electromagnetic field.
"Dubreq released the Stylosette last year but I'm just now getting around to buying one. I'm not sure why it took me so long but here's a quick overview of the Sytlosette Keys and what it can do.
The Stylosette is the latest addition to our Pocket-sized Analog synthesizer range. It’s a monophonic mini analog synth that looks like a cassette and comes in a cool retro cassette storage case for batteries, clips, a screwdriver and cables, which are all included. It also has a built-in speaker, aux out, and an expansion port.
Use the crocodile clips provided to trigger sounds using conductive objects such as fruits, vegetables, or spoons! The Stylosette has a 13-key touch-sensitive keyboard and is played by sliding your finger along the touch-sensitive metal surface, so no need for a Stylus.
Each segment on the synthesizer keyboard plays a different note, so you can create rich, dynamic music with delay effects, vibrato, and a three-octave range.
Change the speed, depth, and delay with the screwdriver accessory to customize your sound. Even connect to another Stylosette. Buzz, twist, and warp every note in the palm of your hand – anywhere.
It’s an excellent gift for both musicians and beginners alike. All you need to do is insert batteries, turn it on, touch the keypad, and make some noise!
"We are drawing back the veil on what is now unfolding within our laboratory :)"
"ENIGMA is an innovative synthesizer fully controlled by the position and movement of metallic objects.
Through a unique interface developed by SOMA, every metal object placed on the surface is transformed into sound."
"Some prototypes and models that I get from Chinese manufacturers are busy with development #ambientmusic #errorinstruments #noisemusic #experimental #noisetherapy #playdate #resonance #sounddesign"
"✨ The Ritual — Let the Flame Speak ✨ The Ritual is not just an instrument. It is a presence — a small, mysterious machine that invites sound, light, and spirit to merge into one living moment. At its core, The Ritual offers two elemental voices: a warm, crackling texture like burning wood, and a deep, sub-harmonic bass that vibrates through the body. Two outputs, two energies, both ready to shape the atmosphere of your space. But the true magic lies in the heart of the machine. In the center burns a candle. Three light-sensitive sensors observe the living flame — every flicker, every breath of air, every tiny movement of light. The flame becomes the conductor, shaping rhythm, modulation, and tone. It decides the pulse. It guides the sound. It becomes an oracle of vibration. With control voltage input, three intuitive potentiometers, and full compatibility with stand-alone setups, pedal chains, and Eurorack systems, The Ritual integrates effortlessly into any sonic temple you create. Add a touch of delay, let the harmonics bloom, and suddenly the sound becomes something else — psychedelic, hypnotic, deeply alive. A soundscape where chaos becomes beauty, and the smallest movement of fire transforms the entire universe of tone. Hand-crafted by Error Instruments, built in rugged Bricky format, The Ritual invites you to surrender your control and let the flame speak. Light the candle. Start The Ritual. Let the fire shape your sound"
16‑Note Synthesizer for Micro:bit — turns your Micro:bit into a full octave keyboard (16 inputs in a 4×4 matrix) for creative music projects and experimentation.
Integrated Audio Output & Battery Pack — built‑in audio jack to hook up a speaker and a portable battery pack so you can use it anywhere.
OLED Display & Intuitive UI — clear screen interface for visual feedback, settings, and control of synthesizer parameters.
Expandable & Open Source — supports expansion via jumper pins, external keypads, or custom builds; program via MakeCode, Python, or microcontroller tools."
Sound recorded directly from the back of the synth (No added effects / eq / reverb etc).
CHROMAGENE is an all analog, stereo polyphonic synthesizer with two halves. One half is an 8 voice 2 VCO polysynth where every oscillator can be tuned independently or transposed together, the other half is a polysynth that uses the Ring Modulated output of each pair of oscillators as its signal source.
This wide range of sound sources along with two analog filters and an on-board sequencer give Chromagene a wide palette of tones and textures.
Inspired by the earliest polysynths of the 1970s, it is fully polyphonic (all 16 notes can be played at the same time), can be tuned to any scale or tuning, is multi-timbral and touch sensitive.
The instruments key contacts are Immersion Gold plated and non-corrosive.
At the top, there are 16 tuning controls for the 8 pairs of oscillators. Each tuning control has a momentary pitch bend touch sensor below, so you can articulate each note individually. The top row of tuning controls (VCO-1) also shifts the oscillator below it, but the second row of tuning controls are independent. This allows you to preserve the tonal relationship by using the top tuning controls, or change it by detuning VCO-2.
These tuning controls allow you to tune the 8 pairs of oscillators to any scale, from a standard equal tuning to any microtonal, non-western or even unison tuning.
VCO-1 has a Pulse Width Modulation control and each set of oscillators has a master tuning control and an individual LFO control.
The 8 analog ring modulators take the VCO signals and multiply their output. VCO-2 is converted to a triangle pre-ring-modulator so that the ring modulated signal is fully continuous and not binary like pseudo-ring-modulators in some synths. This means you can create virtually any waveform by carefully tuning the input VCOs, and an endless variety of tones can be generated for each note individually.
The two filters, which can be panned from mono to full stereo using the panning control, are all-analog all-transistor low-pass VCFs, with individual cutoff, resonance and envelope-mod controls. The envelope amount controls go from negative (inverted) to positive. VCF-1 has mixer controls for VCO-1 and 2, and VCF-2, which is for the Ring modulated notes, has LFO cutoff modulation and Panning.
The 16 independent envelope generators have Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release controls. The sequencer can be internally or externally clocked. Custom sequencer configurations can be set up, get in touch.
The synthesizer is built into a hand-made wood case.
Specifications
16 note polyphonic, multi-timbral 16 voltage controlled oscillators, tuneable to any scale 8 ring modulators (true ring mod, not xor) All analog. Class A audio path 2x transistor filters with cutoff, resonance, attack (env mod +/-), lfo/panning controls 16 VC Envelope Generators (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release) 24 VC Amplifiers (1 per oscillator + 1 per ring modulator) Oscillator LFO modulation Pulse Width modulation Touch-sensitive pitch bends 16-note gold plated touch sensitive keyboard In built sequencer, internally or externally clocked 2.1mm 9v centre negative power input Can run on an external standard type 9v battery (please ask for a special adaptor cable if required) 2x 6.35mm (1/4 inch) audio output 6.35mm (1/4 inch) external clock input 27 x 22 x 5 cm
£1,055 special introductory price.
NOTE This is a pre-order. Delivery will be approximately one month after you pre-order (date will be confirmed via email).
Synth uses a standard guitar pedal type power supply (9v tip negative), I no longer include the power supply as I receive orders from lots of different countries, but I am happy to advise on power supply models."
"When the Cocoquantus2 first appeared, it didn’t just find an audience—it created one. Musicians, experimentalists, producers, and curious tinkerers fell in love with its organic chaos, character, and uncanny ability to turn accidents into art. It became a modern cult instrument because you couldn’t play it without forming a relationship with it.
Café Quantum continues that lineage with reverence—then boldly invents a new chapter.
At its core, Café Quantum preserves the tactile immediacy and playful unpredictability of the Coco ecosystem. But surrounding that familiar heart are entirely new tools designed to make the instrument feel more alive, more intelligent, and more expressive.
One of the biggest leaps is the open-source programmable engine. For the first time, players can write their own behaviors—little sonic personalities— at the Cafe modules, one for each side, and the Quantum module can carry them out by patching points. Whether it’s generative patches, evolving modulation, rhythmic structures, or strange autonomous rituals, the instrument becomes a creative partner. And thanks to the dedicated banana sockets, these behaviors integrate directly into the patch ecosystem. The Cafe module becomes a blank page for your imagination, shaped as far as your coding skills can carry you
The preamp has grown up too. Now it features a Norton gain character and adds a VCA input, making external dynamics, sidechaining, and voltage-controlled level manipulation feel effortless. On top of the newly redesigned preamp features you still have the envelope follower that opens the door to all sorts of expressive interactions between incoming audio and internal modulation.
Then comes the new magic trick: A radio-based gestural controller sits atop the entire system, allowing 4 hands-free modulation reminiscent of a theremin. Move in space, and the instrument responds—pitch, delay time, grain density, feedback paths, whatever you choose. It transforms performance from knob-twisting to full-body expression."
1. Glitch Storm MK II
2. Glitch Storm краткий обзор и пример звучания.
3. Glitch Storm PsyTranse Jam
4. Glitch Storm MK II обзор
5. GlitchStorm + PicoCore Jam
6. Sampo + Glitch Storm MKII
"⚠Ещё одна новинка⚠
Этим летом на фестивале Гудрон в г.Пермь, я увидел один забавный синтезатор. Он сразу запал мне в душу своей вариативностью и звучанием. Естественно я захотел его повторить :)
Glitch Storm MK II - Цифровой синтезатор в стиле чип тюн. Может создавать от различных мелодических паттернов, которые можно изменять, до дрона.
Имеет выход для синхронизации, хорошо дружит с PicoCore.
Цена: 8000₽
Для заказа пишите в ТГ: @SynthCone_master"
Google translated:
"⚠Another new product⚠
This summer, at the Gudron festival in Perm, I saw a funny synthesizer. It immediately caught my eye with its versatility and sound. Naturally, I wanted to replicate it :)
Glitch Storm MK II - A chip-tune-style digital synthesizer. It can create everything from a variety of customizable melodic patterns to drone sounds.
It has a sync output and works well with PicoCore.
Price: 8,000₽
To order, message me on Telegram: @SynthCone_master"
Its operation is based on the improper use of primitive CMOS digital technology: by forcing a linear output from an integrated circuit that operates using Boolean logic, by draining it of current and pushing its inputs to their limits, organic, unpredictable, and never-replicable sounds are achieved.
Seeds is an instrument with a vast array of sounds, designed for research and experimentation.
Technical Specifications:
Power: 4 AA batteries (included in the kit)
Output: Stereo TRS minijack
"A light-sensitive, portable sound generator that extends Ear Modular beyond Eurorack.
Its circuitry responds to ambient light, transforming sunlight, shadows, or small light sources into dynamic sonic textures.
Built for direct interaction with the environment, it invites musicians to listen with their eyes and see with their ears, shaping sound through the shifting presence of light.
Equipped with an integrated speaker and powered by a coin-cell battery, it functions as a self-contained instrument—intimate, mobile, and alive to its surroundings.
Solar Sound Card is a series of light-sensitive sound cards.
Each card reacts to variations in light, transforming brightness and shadow into shifting sound.
Every card includes a built-in speaker, and can also be connected to external speakers via an audio jack.
The audio output provides SP+ (tip) and SP– (ring) signals.
At present, there are seven types of Solar Sound Cards — each with its own character, circuitry, and way of playing.
"✨ The Indian Resonator — now in standalone form! ✨
After years of success in Eurorack, it’s finally here — the Indian Resonator Standalone.
You asked for it… and we made it happen.
🎛️ Two self-oscillating resonant filters that modulate each other — creating deep, organic, harmonic textures.
Somewhere between a synthesizer and an Indian flute.
Warm sub-bass meets airy, flute-like highs — the “air” in the sound. 🌬️
☀️ The standalone version adds something special:
Three light-controlled modulation oscillators — play it with your hands or experiment with light!
Turn each sensor on/off, or control everything with CV.
Perfect between your guitar pedals, Teenage Engineering, or Korg Volca setup.
And yes — it’s still Eurorack compatible. ⚡
🔌 Includes power supply + demo video.
Available now."
"Сенсорный синтезатор звука. Режим сенсорной подачи созвучий. Режим постоянного звука. Режим подачи звука пачками, пульсацией. Режим плавающего тона. Четыре пары верхних сенсоров - 4 тона в с октавной разницей. Нижняя пара - другой тон, подстраивается ручкой для минорных и мажорных созвучий. Кнопки для добавления призвуков. Кнопка пульсации. Ручка тембра и громкости. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Поддержать: Если вам нравится моё звуко-творчество и вы хотите отблагодарить меня, вы можете сделать это добровольно переводом на мою карту Сбербанка: 2202 2062 7925 5298 (Пожалуйста, указывайте в комментарии к переводу «Поддержка творчества») Спасибо каждому, кто помогает. Это мотивирует меня создавать новую музыку и браться за не лёгкий труд составления схем этих синтезаторов."
Googlish:
"Touch sound synthesizer. Touch mode for supplying consonances. Continuous sound mode. Burst and pulsating sound mode. Floating tone mode. Four pairs of upper sensors - 4 tones with an octave difference. The lower pair is a different tone, adjusted with a knob for minor and major consonances. Buttons for adding overtones. Pulse button. Tone and volume knob. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Support: If you like my sound creativity and you want to thank me, you can do it voluntarily by transferring to my Sberbank card: 2202 2062 7925 5298 (Please indicate in the comments to the transfer 'Support creativity') Thank you to everyone who helps. This motivates me to create new music and take on the difficult work of drawing up the circuit diagrams of these synthesizers."
Hesperides is Altered State Machines' new handheld synthesizer built
to accompany you on your venture to the outer regions of dissonance and back.
Designed for performance and explorative sonic mangling.
Every control can bring a drastic adjustment to the sound.
Go from vanilla to completely alien.
Self contained and portable, especially so with the battery pack.
Lend your support to our project, and put a little more chaos in everyone's pocket.
Altered State Machines history
Hi, we're Jesse and Ed.
Jesse became fascinated with modular synthesis around 2016 and went back to school as an electronic engineering technician to learn how to repair and create his own eurorack modules.
Altered State Machines grew out of Jesse's first project, the Aristotle sequencer which is now in its fifth iteration. Jesse is our electronics and hardware mastermind. Ed joined forces to twiddle bits with the software.
