Sinevibes Eternal v2 barber-pole flanger – with microKORG2

video upload by Sinevibes

"Eternal v2 is a barber-pole flanger effect, designed and developed by Sinevibes. Available as a plugin for a variety of KORG synthesizers: https://www.sinevibes.com/korgeternal/"

DESTINY PLUS DOUBLE Q EURORACK LIMITED REVIEW

video upload by Blush Response

A. G. Cook presents SuperStarSaw | Native Instruments

video upload by Native Instruments

"Presented by A. G. Cook, SuperStarSaw pushes stacked saw synthesis to its extremes. Create huge supersaws, impossible glides, blissed-out harmonies, and controlled chaos from a single playable instrument – without the need for endless layering and automation."

Playlist:

1. A. G. Cook presents SuperStarSaw | Native Instruments
2. Discover SuperStarSaw with A. G. Cook | Native Instruments
3. SuperStarSaw synth walkthrough | Native Instruments



Native Instruments and A. G. Cook turn his signature supersaw into a custom instrument you can play

The PC Music founder and 2025 BRIT Producer of the Year brings the stacked saw sound known for Charli xcx, and Caroline Polachek to a single synthesizer — built from his own patches

Berlin, July 16, 2026: Native Instruments has today launched SuperStarSaw, a synthesizer co-created with GRAMMY-winning A. G. Cook, British producer, PC Music founder, and one of the key architects of contemporary pop's defining sonic palette.

Supersaws, multiple sawtooth waves layered and slightly detuned against each other, are responsible for some of modern pop's most immediately recognisable textures: the wide, lush, harmonically dense quality running through Cook's work with Charli xcx, Beyoncé, Caroline Polachek, and Oklou. Building them has always meant painstaking multi-instance layering, a process Cook had refined over years of his own production work, and which became the starting point for what followed. The instrument grew out of a two-year collaboration with Native Instruments' design team, who worked directly from Cook's patches and production sessions to turn one of modern pop's most coveted sounds into something you can actually play.

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Meet LOON — A New Software Instrument by Jamstik

video upload by Jamstik

"Meet LOON, a new software instrument from Jamstik built for musicians, producers, composers, and sound designers.

LOON combines multiple sound sources—including oscillators, sampled instruments, FM synthesis, and more—into a single expressive instrument. Layer sounds, shape them with powerful effects, and assign macros to create dynamic presets that are as simple or as deep as you want them to be.

Whether you're starting from scratch or exploring the included factory library, LOON is designed to make inspiring sounds quickly without sacrificing flexibility.

Features
• Layer multiple sound engines in a single preset
• Powerful macro controls with flexible modulation
• Built-in effects and creative sound design tools
• 200+ factory presets
• Standalone application plus VST3, AU, and AAX plugin support

Compatible with macOS and Windows.

Learn more about LOON and download it at: https://jamstik.com/loon"

Arturia Introduces AstroLab 61 Silver

"AstroLab 61 Silver is the same avant-garde stage keyboard in a premium silver finish. Perfect for musicians who want AstroLab’s powerful sounds, expressive controls and seamless studio-to-stage ecosystem with a distinctive, performance-ready look."

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LF-AMP introduction

video upload by Kanawha Music

Well, that's refreshing.

"A tongue in cheek introduction to what's otherwise a rather boring module."

via Kanawha Music

"The LF-AMP module combines two modules in one chassis:

First, on the left, is a precision triangle wave LFO, featuring:

Two pairs of outputs, each with its own amplitude control ('amount' as most would call it);
Direct and Inverted outputs in each pair;
A precision BIAS control for each output which determines the center of the voltage swing;
HI/LO range for rate, for a total range of about 20Hz down to about 1 cycle every minute.
Easy to see rate indicator LEDs showing the positive or negative swing of the output.

Second, on the right, is a high gain utility amplifier for headphones or line level sources, featuring:
Stereo inputs and outputs, with Normalled output for two individual outputs, or signals combined into one stereo jack ('2/MIX')

A bit more about the rationale...this module was designed for use with our Stereo Ensemble instruments. We needed a specialized LFO for our phaser modules, and an amp for final output, so they were combined into single unit. It's the peanut butter and anchovies of the modular world! The LFO output can be reduced down to a very tiny voltage swing, and then precisely located to work with devices needing those conditions...but it can also be used to give an exact range to a VCO, or an exact amount of depth to a VCA, etc. And since there's an inverted version of each output, two of something can work inthe exact opposite direction if desired. There isn't much to say about the amp; it's just a high quality amp for headphones which works to drive line level sources as well, using the LM4580 amplifier chip."

Ocean Swift releases DevOcean Modular - 145+ modules, fresh DSP, unique ideas

video uploads by Ocean Swift / Faxi Nadu

Playlist:

1. DevOcean Modular | OUT NOW | Fast forward modular synthesis #modularsynth #sounddesign #synthesiser
2. DevOcean Modular - Artificial Echo Book - Patch Example #modularsynth #sounddesign #synthesiser
3. DevOcean Modular - Create A 3 Osc Synth Patch From Scratch #modularsynth #sounddesign #synthesiser

"Ocean Swift releases DevOcean Modular - a modern modular synthesis and sound design platform. Offering a growing collection of 145 modules which include dozens of nods to the open source DSP community, DSP and MIDI scripting, an educational and UX mindset and more.

The developer quotes:

'It sounds compelling. The DSP is written from scratch, in the way that shows - filters with weight and bite, effects that behave like hardware, an oscillator section with real dynamic range.' - Yaron, Product Manager @ Ocean Swift.

'It is a system built for discovery. Complex where you want it, inviting from the first minute, and generous with what it teaches you as you go. Thousands of patches, presets and snapshots to pull apart and learn from. It doesn't ask you to move in - it offers.' - Fernando, Sound/UX Designer @ Ocean Swift.

On intro for €129.99, 35% off €199 MSRP until September 1 2026.

Grab it here: https://oceanswift.net/product/devocean/

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AUDIO DAMAGE Introduces Tessera Tuned Resonator Effect

via Audio Damage

"Tessera is a tuned resonator effect. Feed it a drum loop, a guitar, a synth, or a voice, and it uses that signal to excite twelve parallel resonator voices, each pitched to a note of a chord or scale you choose. A single hit blooms into a full chord. A sustained sound becomes a slowly shifting pad.

Under the hood are eleven resonator models: a plucked Karplus-Strong string, a bowed waveguide String, and nine banded-waveguide bodies, from tuned bars and glass to bells, bowls, membranes, plates, and tubes. Decay, Damping, Brightness, and Spread voice each one, from tight and percussive to vast and ringing.

Five motion engines decide how and when the twelve voices speak: Contour, SEQ, Strum, Arp, and Swarm, moving from shimmering arpeggios to strummed chords to drifting swarms, all lockable to host tempo. Same as the rest of our catalog: Mac, Windows, Linux, and iOS. No DRM, no subscriptions, no dongles, perpetual license."

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MEET NODES: A MODULAR FX RACK PLUGIN

video upload by Okay Synthesizer

via Okay Synthesizer

"We're excited to share something we've been working on: Nodes, a modular FX plugin that just launched in early access.

Here's what makes it different: instead of being locked into a single effect chain, you get 55 nodes and counting—24 modulation sources and 29 effects—that you can wire together however you want. Sound design on steroids. We've also baked in our Eurorack LFO Lowstepper and mutable instruments modules, so the creative possibilities are basically endless.

The best part? It's a one-time purchase ($50 right now, down from $100). No subscriptions, no hidden costs. The price holds until version 1.0, when we're adding Linux support and more.

We built this for sound designers and producers who love tweaking, but the macro system makes it live-performance-friendly too. And because we're an active developer team that actually listens to community feedback, this thing is only going to get better.

It's CPU-efficient, works on Mac and PC now (Linux coming at 1.0), and honestly—you can build anything with it. Grab it here: https://okaysynthesizer.com/nodes"

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a world inside a speaker — meet mur mur

video upload by oio

"a speaker with a world inside.
find out more on https://murmur.living

A project by
‪@oio.studio‬ (https://oio.studio) and
Mattering Studio (https://matteringstudio.com/)

Sound engineering by Morgan Whitney"

This one is in via Ivan Trajkovic aka deejayiwan.

"Worlds not prompts

We didn't want to generate infinite soundscapes from a prompt.

We built small worlds that act as infinite ambient sound engines with weather patterns, underlying narratives, and a society of hundreds of tiny agents moving and interacting.

What you hear and see is an endless stream of situations, turned in real time into a soundscape that's never the same."

"Mur mur is not a world you play or control. It plays even without you. Sit back and listen, or peek in to see what's happening. Just don't shake it — there are living agents inside."

You can find additional details at https://www.murmur.living/

Introducing the Synido TempoKEY K32 Play!

video upload by Musical Miscellany & More

"The folks at @synidotech asked me to help launch their latest MIDI controller, the TempoKey K32. It's unique in that it's not just a MIDI controller but also includes a synth engine. In this video, I take a look at a pre-release model."

DISCOUNT CODE (Europe): SYNIDOK32 | Expires:August 30, 2026
Purchase link (Europe): https://www.synido.com/s/k32

Intro - 0:00
Unboxing & Overview - 1:26
Internal Synth Engine - 3:31
Using the Editor - 5:24
Direct Audio - 6:47
Using with Soft Synth - 8:15
Using the Arpeggiator - 10:08
Additional Features - 11:30
Using with Hardware Synth - 12:45
Final Thoughts - 14:24

And one from 2-Minute Warning:

The Key - 4-Minute Jam (TempoKEY K32 Play + Taiga + DFAM)

video upload by 2-Minute Warning

"This video is a little different for two reasons!

First, it's the first time I'm featuring an instrument kindly provided by a manufacturer. Synido sent me the TempoKEY K32 Play to explore in my own workflow and share my honest impressions.

They didn't ask for a scripted review, so I simply approached it the same way I approach every other instrument on this channel: by making music with it.

Secondly... this is exceptionally a 4-minute jam!

Think of it as two consecutive 2-minute performances before I take a short summer break. 😊

Rather than trying to showcase every feature of the K32 as a MIDI controller (Bluetooth MIDI, battery power, USB/MIDI connectivity, pads, knobs, etc.), I wanted to focus on what intrigued me the most: its built-in General MIDI sound engine.

For this performance, the Hapax sequences the entire setup. The Taiga handles the bass, the DFAM takes care of the analog drums (synchronized by the Hapax), while the K32 Play provides everything else: guitars, strings, bells, plucks, additional drum sounds… and occasionally runs through the Eventide H90 for a bit of extra space and texture.

As always, the musical performance itself was recorded in a single take. Mixing/mastering was done afterwards in Ableton Live, but the performance you hear is exactly as it happened.

A sincere thank you to Synido. Without their message, this musical experiment probably wouldn't have happened."

✅ PLAY THE MOMENT INSPIRATION HITS

Most MIDI keyboards need a computer and software to make a sound. K32 doesn't. Built-in sounds and speakers let you play instantly--couch,classroom, anywhere.

✅ 32 KEYS, MORE ROOM

25 keys feel cramped for chords and melody together. The K32's 32-key layout gives your hands space to play naturally.

✅ WIRELESS, GO ANYWHERE

BLE MIDI + Battery. Create from the couch, backstage, in class, or on a plane.

✅ GROWS WITH YOU

Connect another MIDI controller and use the K32 as a standalone sound module. Compact setup, maximum flexibility.

✅ INSTANT SOUND SWITCHING

Save favorite instruments to the KEY Sound buttons. Jump from piano to synth to bass with one press. No menu-diving.

✅ HANDS-ON CONTROL

8 assignable knobs, 8 drum pads, and a clear OLED display. Adjust, beat, and perform in real time—no mouse needed.

✅ FOR EVERY STAGE OF YOUR JOURNEY

From first beat to live performance, K32 adapts to your workflow. Start simple. Grow into it. Create without limits.

✅ FAST WIRELESS PAIRING

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Modula 26 SYNTHESIZERS & ELECTRONIC MUSIC EXPO Zurich This Coming Weekend

"Welcome to Modula 26

"Step into a world where sound meets innovation.

We are proud to present the very first edition of Modula, a two-days and two-nights celebration of synthesizers, electronic music, and the creative minds shaping the future of sound.
​
Across the weekend, you’ll discover an immersive experience featuring leading exhibitors, cutting-edge gear, inspiring talks, and live performances that push the boundaries of electronic music.
​
From intimate showcases to late-night sets, this is your chance to connect, explore, and be inspired.
​
Whether you’re a musician, a producer, a collector, or simply a curious listener, Modula 26 is the place to meet fellow enthusiasts, learn from pioneers, and lose yourself in the limitless possibilities of electronic sound."

You can find additional details and how to attend at Modula 26.

First Look at the Stargazer (Now in Stereo) from Hungry Robot

video upload by Duskmos

"In this special Launch Day episode of Signal Colors, I'm taking a first look at the new STEREO version of the Stargazer from Hungry Robot - a spacey, etherial reverb with a unique dual control layout. Hang out with me while I try it out with the OP-1 Field and Digitakt II and let me know what you think in the comments."

Turn Your PS Vita Into a Groovebox. The Biggest DS8 Update Yet!

video upload by Intermynd Instruments

"DS8 v0.5 is the biggest update yet, turning your PS Vita into a surprisingly capable portable music workstation.

This release introduces a full Playlist Sequencer for arranging complete songs, Live Performance FX with an XY pad, real-time automation recording, workflow improvements across the app, and dozens of quality-of-life enhancements that make building and performing tracks much faster.

Whether you're sketching beats on the couch or performing live, v0.5 is a massive step forward.

What's new:
• Playlist Sequencer
• Live Performance FX (XY)
• Real-time Automation Recording
• Improved Arranger
• Workflow & UI improvements
• Much more

Download DS8 for your PS Vita now:
https://intermynd-instruments.itch.io/"

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NEW!! Polyrex Synthesizer Breakdown | Features That Matter

video uploads by Safari Audio

Playlist:

1. NEW!! Polyrex Synthesizer Breakdown | Features That Matter
2. PolyRex: The Synth Everyone's Talking About - Mixed by Jellz
3. Is PolyRex the Ultimate Juno-Inspired Synth Plugin? - wil maker

"Check out PolyRex here: https://safariaudio.com/products/poly...

Meet PolyRex, the vintage polysynth of our dreams! It captures everything we love about the classic Juno series- the lush chorus, organic movement, warm character, and nostalgic vibe that makes you want to keep playing.

In this video, Noam and Orel take a deep dive into PolyRex, exploring its features, and the wild sonic possibilities.

Let us know what you think in the comments! 👇

0:00 Intro
1:38 Oscillator Section + Envelope Section
2:33 Filter Section
3:13 LFO Section
3:46 Arp Section
4:03 FX Section
4:47 Mod Wheel Section
5:51 Outro"

Inspired by some of our favorite analog polysynths from the early 80s, POLYREX was built around a simple idea: make a synth that feels immediate, fun, nostalgic, and filled with inspiring sounds.

We loved the spirit of classic Japanese polysynths: the glowing chorus, the drifting movement, the soft-but-punchy filter, and the way one simple chord can suddenly feel emotional.

But we didn’t want to build a museum piece. POLYREX is our version of that world, pushed through the weird, colorful Safari lens. Faster, stranger, more playful, and made for modern producers who want to create instead of menu dive.

From dreamy pads and unstable tape keys to punchy basses, glassy plucks, warped chords, and cinematic nostalgia, POLYREX gives you vintage-inspired poly synth sounds with its own Safari personality.

VINTAGE-INSPIRED OSCILLATOR SECTION
Square Oscillator - Classic poly synth bite and harmonic weight
Sub Oscillator - Adds deeper body and low-end support
Noise Generator - Great for air, texture, percussion-style sounds, and grit
PWM Control - Pulse-width movement for animated vintage tones
LFO Pitch Modulation - Adds motion, drift, and slightly unstable character

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A New Korg DW-8000 Editor and Librarian and it is FREE for everyone!

video upload by Espen Kraft

"Korg DW-8000 / EX-8000 patch editor and librarian — it runs in your web browser.
A tool I built to edit and organise sounds on the DW-8000 (and the EX-8000 rack).

Tweak every parameter on screen, pull single patches or whole banks off the synth, back them up as sysex files, or load sysex files from your computer and into the hardware. I added a little on-screen keyboard too, handy if you're using the EX-8000.

It runs in a web browser (Chrome or Edge — not Firefox or Safari) with a MIDI interface connected to the synth. It works on PC and Mac, and under Linux.

It's my personal tool, shared as-is for anyone who wants it. Setup instructions come in a short readme with the file.

You can find it in my web shop here (it doesn't cost anything):
https://espenkraft.com/b/chXNG"

He turned his synth into a sampler - GuitarML Adruino Based DIY "TouchedOut Synth"

video upload by GuitarML

"*OPEN SOURCE* https://github.com/GuitarML/TouchedOu...

Demo of the Touched Out Sampler, which is a mod to my TouchedOut Synth. It adds a MAX4466 microphone to transform it into a chromatic sampler! The new code is open source under the 'sampler' branch of the TouchedOutSynth. The mod requires two 100uF capacitors and a 100 ohm resistor, along with the microphone. The Sampler is separate firmware, but repurposes the controls for recording and trimming samples, and looping."

Previously:

I Designed a Synth using Daisy and Arduino! KiCad PCB and Code Walkthrough
video upload by GuitarML

"Demo of my latest creation, a polyphonic touch synthesizer. Audio demo song, followed by overview of the synth, design process, Kicad PCB schematic and layout, and code walkthrough. I used the Arduino IDE with DaisyDuino to program the Daisy Seed along with MPR121 capacitive touch modules.

Now open source: https://github.com/GuitarML/TouchedOu...

0:00 - Intro Song
4:05 - TouchedOut Synth Overview and Controls
8:18 - Design prototypes
11:02 - Kicad PCB Schematic
12:56 - Kicad PCB Board Layout
16:43 - Code Walkthrough in Arduino IDE
25:20 - Outro

Patreon:
/ guitarml

Visit my website for more from GuitarML:
https://guitarml.com/"

Radiohead and Björk on a homemade synth

Waldorf Microwave 1 iPad v1.3.0 Update

via Waldorf

"Workflow & Usability Improvements

The new Microwave 1 v1.3.0 free update is now available for all iPad users, featuring:

❯ Redesigned preset browser with favourites, search and direct instrument part loading.

❯ Multi-level undo/redo for parameter editing.

❯ Simultaneous editing of multiple instrument parts.

❯ New presets from mixer, engineer, and producer Chuck Zwicky.
❯ Mean Green Machine look + Mutator Patch Randomizer.

Still don't have the iPad version?‍

Only Until July 19, 2026

Microwave 1 for iPad - Special Promotion

So even if your national team doesn't make it to the final or you don't care about football, you can still win with this deal ;)

EU 29,99 EUR → 9,99 EUR

US 24,99 USD → 8,99 USD

Prices may vary by region, so please check the App Store in your country for your local price."

MIDI OCTAVIUS - A MIDI Transpose module for synthesizers and other devices

video upload by MIDERA

"Hello! I have developed my own MIDI transpose module.

What does it do?
It takes the MIDI note date in from your respective synthesizer to your sequencer (or even back into the synthesizer to play back the note data) and transposes the note data up to two octaves up or down. You can select your own MIDI Channel by long-pressing a different MIDI input channel.

Why did I make this?
I became frustrated that a company wouldn't implement a MIDI transpose mechanism for their synthesizer, thought they'd add all sorts of other features. This has been in development since January of 2026, or something like that.

Who is this for?
Anyone who has a synthesizer that they want as their master controller, but it doesn't have MIDI transposition buttons.

Are you interested in this? Want to help me make an enclosure so it's nicer? Check out my webzone and send me an email there and we can chat. Webzone: https://www.midera-artist.com/"

KORG Introduces NTS-4 Compact Performance Mixer Kit for Hardware Setups

Overview video upload by KORG

"The NTS-4 is a compact performance mixer kit designed for modern hardware setups. With six channels (two mono and four stereo), built-in effects, USB-C connectivity, and support for up to 10 audio signals, the NTS-4 makes it easy to bring together volca units, NTS instruments, modular gear, grooveboxes, and desktop synths into one streamlined setup.

In this overview, Fess Grandiose walks through the NTS-4’s flexible channel architecture, Eurorack-compatible mono inputs, dual stereo effects engines, per-channel CUE and MUTE controls, USB-C audio and MIDI connectivity, and the hands-on Nu:Tekt DIY assembly experience.

Features:
• Compact 6-channel performance mixer
• 2 mono + 4 stereo 3.5 mm channels
• Supports up to 10 audio signals
• Eurorack-compatible mono inputs
• Standard 1/4" main outputs
• Per-channel CUE, MUTE, and FX send
• Dual stereo effects engines
• SEND FX + TOTAL FX processing
• Stereo send/return loop
• USB-C audio + MIDI
• Record directly to computers & mobile devices
• Rugged steel chassis
• Nu:Tekt DIY kit assembly

Learn more about the NTS-4: https://bit.ly/4w0QxLQ"

And a user video from supporting member Knobs & Switches:

KORG NTS-4 Performance Mixer Kit
video upload by Knobs & Switches

"Here is my review about the new Korg NTS-4 Performance Mixer Kit together with loads of other Korg gear: MS20m, Drumlogue, SQ-1, 700Sm, Harmonic Distortion, Opsix, Sigma, Minipops-7, ISE-NIN Single Voice, Ryk M185 Sequencer and of course the NTS-4. The Nu:Tekt Mixer will be released today! Have fun

https://www.korg.com/de/

For Pedal Power i used the MyVolts CrazyChain MkII: https://myvolts.com/CrazyChainMKII/?a...

The fancy Audio Cables are the MyVolts Candycords: https://myvolts.com/CandyCords/?a=kas

CV and Clock Cables are MyVolts Halos: https://myvolts.de/Halo/?a=kas

00:00:00 Intro
00:00:037 Title Track (only the NTS-4’s FX were used)
00:03:04 Epilogue
00:04:41 NTS-4 Run Down
00:08:58 NTS-4 Send FX
00:14:56 NTS-4 Send/Return
00:15:58 NTS-4 Total FX
00:21:19 Conclusion
00:22:47 Outro (only the NTS-4’s FX were used)

Used Equipment: Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 12, Sony ZV-1, Rode Wireless ME, Universal Audio Apollo Twin Solo, Yamaha MG-06, Steinberg Cubase 15 and Final Cut Pro X"



A compact performance mixer for modern hardware setups

Build the perfect bridge for your music. The NTS-4 brings the flexibility of the Nu:Tekt series to a compact performance mixer kit designed for today’s hardware setups. With six channels (two mono and four stereo minijacks), built-in effects, and USB connectivity, the NTS-4 makes it easy to mix and perform with volca units, NTS instruments, modular gear, and other desktop synths in one place, supporting up to 10 audio signals in a single setup.

From the integrated effects to the steel chassis, every part of the NTS-4 is designed to turn your collection of instruments and gadgets into a professional-grade creative hub.

Small Footprint. Massive Control.

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