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Sunday, July 05, 2026

Entomo- drone synth reissue


video upload by DecadeBridge

"I recently came across some stock for Entomo-, one of the first synths I created. This is a quick demo of some of the sounds it can create.

I have made these available again on Etsy for a limited time.

https://decadebridge.etsy.com/uk/list..."



"Entomo- is one of the first synths that I released. I recently came across some old stock and decide to reissue these.

Entomo- is a 6 oscillator drone synth that can be powered with a 9V source or a CV signal.

Entomo- creates a wide range of drone and noise sounds.
Activate the oscillators using the patch bay and included jumper wires.
Cross modulate signals to disrupt and dictate the sound. From drones to noise to rhythmic chatter and glitching.

https://youtu.be/SJWycjpQpFQ

Knob style and colour may vary depending on stock.
A connector for a 9 volt battery is included with Entomo-. Entomo- can also run off a 9V !!CENTRE POSITIVE!! WALL ADAPTOR.

Designed and built by hand in Cheshire England

To keep up to date with product demos, prototypes and competitions follow me here: www.instagram.com/decadebridge

www.decadebridge.com"

Saturday, July 04, 2026

New prototype Rev3


video upload by gotharman

"Testing revision 3 of a new prototype expansion board for Little deFormer Zero (This is not a new LD Zero! Just an expansion board for it :))"

www.gotharman.dk

Thursday, July 02, 2026

Elastic OSC 2.1 Update


video uploads by Elastic Instruments

Follow-up to Elastic OSC Is Finally on Desktop — Now available for Mac & Windows

Playlist:
1. Elastic OSC 2.1 – Presets Update Demo with Andrea Cichecki
2. Elastic OSC - New Mod Wheel assignment options
3. Elastic OSC - New Portamento mode

"Elastic OSC Update 2.1 is out now for macOS, Windows and iOS!

To update your desktop plugin, go to LICENCE and click "CHECK FOR UPDATES".

WHAT'S NEW:
Completely redesigned Presets section, including tags, artist names, synthesis engines, search, and sorting options
New presets by Andrea Cichecki
Added Mono and Stereo Portamento modes with two styles: Legato and Always
Added new Mod Wheel assignment options
a) Mod Wheel controls the Wet amount of recorded automations (previous behavior)
b) Mod Wheel controls the Wet amount of LFO modulations
c) Mod Wheel controls the Wet amount of both recorded automations and LFO modulations
Improvement: Import multiple presets at once instead of one by one
Improvement: No clicks & artefacts when switching presets
Improvement: Presets Loudness has been aligned"

Superbooth 2026 - Dada Machines - EveryDiv


video upload by Stromkult

"At Superbooth 2026, we stumbled upon Nicolas Bougaïeff demonstrating a new module created in collaboration with Dada Machines and Jelle Akkermann. The module is called EveryDiv (short for 'Every Division and Duration'). It brings polytemporal clock generation to the Eurorack format by calculating and generating additional clocks derived from a main clock, paving the way for complex yet quantized polyrhythmic operations."



via Dada Machines

Every Division and Duration is a polytemporal instrument in 12HP Eurorack format.

Play with six different, musically connected tempi.

Create tuplets in realtime via grid MIDI controller.

Time itself as an expressive musical parameter.

Wednesday, July 01, 2026

New EMW VPOLY-6X | Hands-On Demo & Sound Showcase


video upload by EMW Synthesizers

"EMW presents the VPOLY-6X, a new virtual analog synthesizer module designed to deliver inspiring sound with an intuitive workflow.

Featuring innovative technology, a clean and practical interface, and a powerful analog-style sound engine, the VPOLY-6X lets you focus on creating music instead of navigating complex menus.

Simple to use. Fast to program. Big, expressive sound.

Demo by ‪@MarcusPadrini‬"

MetaModule 4 Voice Polyphony Update


video upload by 4ms Company

"In our most recent firmware v2.2 update, MetaModule now includes 4 voice polyphony. Polyphonic patches in VCV rack can now run smoothly on MetaModule, condensing your patches down into much more manageable instruments. Enjoy!"

Modor NF-1k Synth OS002 Firmware Upgrade


video upload by Modor Music

"A first firmware upgrade for our big keyboarded NF-1k synth. We construct a big atmospherical patch to show the new features one by one.
Use SRC+a key on the keyboard to select aftertouch or velocity in the modulation matrix
Easier access to Arpeggio and Unison parameters: keep down ARPEGGIO / MODE buttons a second to get a little menu New Speed Random parameter for the arpeggio
And also, not mentioned in the video:
a few inconsistencies have been improved, like aftertouch response in arpeggios and chords.

0:00 Hello!
0:40 Aftertouch/Velocity assignement
2:02 Unison parameter menu
3:20 Arpeggio parameter menu
4:14 Arpeggio Speed Random
4:34 Some extra FM modulation
5:17 Music: A bitimbral layered atmospheric pad sound! 😎"

A Matrix Mixer made of Pure Gold! // Goldfinger by Music Thing Modular


video upload by DivKid

"Here's GOLDFINGER, the literal pure gold, finger wiggling, signal routing & mixing matrix mixer from Music Thing Modular. It has 6 bidirectional connections (so ins and outs as you choose), its passive and routes and mixes signals depends on what parts of the surface you touch."

*TIMING INDEX // CHAPTERS*
00:00 Hello & previews
00:49 What is Goldfinger?
02:09 3 in 3 out West Coast Workshop System
05:28 Eurorack techno touched based FX sends
08:17 Exploring abstract filter pings and textures
11:02 Routing pulses, rhythms & clocks across ambient modular patches
13:53 Feeling my way through 4 voice chord intervals



"Goldfinger is a desktop matrix mixer. It’s made of gold. You play it with your fingers. It comes pre-assembled with no DIY required."

MATRIA GLOBALESSA - Midiconatroller for Moog® Matriarch™ Globals


video uploads by Stereoping

Playlist:

1. MATRIA GLOBALESSA - Midicontroller for Moog® Matriarch™ Globals
Release trailer for the MATRIA GLOBALESSA, a Stereoping Midicontroller for direct access to the global parameters of the Moog® Matriarch™ Synthesizer

2. MATRIA GLOBALESSA - features and editing demo
This video demonstrates real life usage of the MATRIA GLOBALESSA with the Moog® Matriarch™. No music here, sound starting at about 1:44

0:07 connections and communication
0:42 power supply system and energy saving sleep mode
1:22 parameter organization and editing of various parameters like pitchbend range, OSC frequency range, pitch variance, noise cutoff, delay brightness
4:40 Arpeggiator pots
5:45 round robin fun
3. MATRIA GLOBALESSA - Getting the DIY kit together
Step-by-step video showing how to assemble the MATRIA GLOBALESSA DIY kit



Complete DIY kit for a "MATRIA GLOBALESSA" MIDI controller.

This controller allows for the direct editing of global parameters on the Moog® Matriarch™.

This is the colorful version of the controller; for the Dark Matriarch™, we offer the black/red sister product, PREFS MISTRESS.

The photos show the assembled unit. The product is supplied as a DIY kit; you must assemble it yourself. Please watch the assembly video and consult the assembly instructions.

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Introducing the Quantum Midi Sequencer


video upload by Giorgio Sancristoforo

"Soon available for free at giorgiosancristoforo.net"

STIGMA // Raw Analog Destruction & Tube Self-Oscillation #eurorack #modularsynth #synthesizer


video upload by Arcaico Instruments



"STIGMA is not just a module: it is a destructive, versatile analog sonic organism, powered by real vacuum tubes and designed to disrupt your Eurorack ecosystem.

Built with a flexible True Stereo and Dual Mono architecture, STIGMA offers total control over signal routing, allowing you to process independent sources or shape the stereophonic space with dense, harmonically rich tube saturation.

From Signal Processor to Pure Synthesizer
While STIGMA is designed to filter, mangle, and brutally distort any external source (drum machines, oscillators, full mixes), it also hides an autonomous and unpredictable soul.

By driving the filter into self-oscillation, the module transforms into a fully-fledged solo synthesizer or a formidable percussive sound generator. By modulating the resonance and leveraging the lightning-fast response of its circuitry, STIGMA can sculpt devastating kicks, metallic toms, and thick, industrial percussive textures, saturated directly by the tube stage.

Key Features:
True Stereo & Dual Mono: Two completely independent tube channels for maximum routing flexibility.

Warmth & Destruction: A tube saturation and distortion stage to go from subtle analog warmth to harsh, destructive clipping.

Advanced Filtering: Analog filters molded around the tube character, capable of cutting through the mix or screaming when pushed to the limit.

Self-Oscillation & Percussive Engine: Generate heavy kicks, industrial toms, and unique percussive sounds by using the circuit's self-oscillation as a sound source.

Eurorack Interface: Integrated CV controls for total, dynamic interaction with the rest of your modular system."

STIGMA – A Stop Motion Short Film by Arcaico #stopmotion #synthesizer #modularsynth #eurorack

video upload by Arcaico Instruments

""Every instrument has a manual.
STIGMA has a story."

This short film explores the world surrounding STIGMA, not through technical explanations, but through atmosphere, symbolism and imagination.

Created entirely in stop motion, this short film marks the beginning of STIGMA's journey into the world.

Every set was handcrafted using reclaimed materials, and every movement was animated frame by frame through thousands of individual photographs.

At Arcaico, we believe that instruments can be more than tools.

They can become artifacts, carrying stories, symbols and worlds waiting to be explored.

www.arcaico.eu
info@arcaico.eu"

DUAL LOOPABLE RANDOM VOLTAGE GENERATOR | TEIA Synthesizers DriftLog


video upload by DANIELE

"TEIA Synthesizers DriftLog is a dual-channel random voltage generator that transforms chaos into playable modulation. Generate, loop, lock and sculpt evolving CV with controllable slope, shape, probability and clock-synced randomness!"

0:00 Intro 0:30 Waves A and B 0:45 Clock and range switch 1:43 Shift button 1:58 Probability 2:18 Swing 2:41 Level 3:01 Offset B 3:31 Slope 3:52 Slope switch 4:09 Shape knob and switch 5:39 Loop, start and length 6:16 Reset 6:49 Lock 7:23 Logic A and B 7:57 Save 8:16 First patch 9:45 Second patch 10:50 Third patch"


"The DriftLog from Teia Synthesizers is a dual-channel random voltage generator designed to generate, capture, and reshape random voltages in real time. he two channels—A and B—produce independent voltages, but share a set of shaping controls, namely Slope for morphing between stepped and smooth voltages and Shape for sculpting the curvature of the voltages. There's also a 3-position switch that changes the range of the Shape control from Arc to Peak, Exponential rise to exponential fall, and Bezier ease in to ease out. Each channel can be switched into Loop mode, which allows it to record and replay a selectable portion of its random history using dedicated Start and Length controls.

ST Modular - DII·ONE → USB Interface and MIDI Controller with CV Clock


video upload by ST Modular (Stefan)

"DII·ONE is a compact MIDI controller and routing hub designed for modern hybrid music setups. It combines USB MIDI, hardware MIDI, and a CV clock output in a single device, allowing all functions to operate simultaneously without compromises.

For more information please visit st-modular.de!

00:00 Functions & Features
01:17 Midi Learn with Elektron Model:Samples
04:35 Controlling Torso S-4
05:36 Ableton Live Setup and Control
07:06 Controlling Waldorf Iridium with a single USB cable
07:47 DII ONE Configurator"



key features
Compact USB MIDI controller with hardware MIDI I/O and CV clock output
4 programmable buttons (CC or Note, momentary or latching)
4 programmable knobs (assignable to any MIDI CC)
USB MIDI to and from computer
TRS MIDI In and Out (5-pin DIN compatible via adapter cable Type-A)
CV Clock output for modular synthesizers (0–5 V)
Hardware-based MIDI Learn
Clock division directly from the device
All functions usable at the same time

You can find addtional details at ST Modular.

Monday, June 29, 2026

R.A. Moog Model 351 Theremin Donated to the Bob Moog Foundation Archives



via The Bob Moog Foundation

"One of the earliest R.A. Moog products, the Model 351 theremin, was recently donated to the Bob Moog Foundation Archives! Bob and his father, George Moog, a woodworker and engineer in his own right, built these theremins in the family's basement workshop in 1954. This is a 72-year-old musical instrument!

By the time Bob Moog was just 20 years old, he had already been experimenting with and creating working electronic instruments for a full decade. Three years after creating the Rensitron, Bob's very first working musical keyboard, his newly minted company, R.A. Moog Co., started selling Model 201 theremins in 1954 to a select few customers. Later that very same year, Bob and George created the Model 305 theremin and its scaled-up alternative, the Model 351.

The vacuum-tube-driven Model 351 theremin has a five-octave range and a mahogany cabinet. For its day, the tonal control was quite extensive, albeit elusive to most theremin neophytes. The comprehensive array of volume-related knobs on the left has no instructional guidance in the accompanying manual, leaving users to their own devices to adjust their settings for optimal performance.

The center switches were more self-explanatory, allowing the user to mix and match the tone quality and pitch octave in a process Bob called 'Synthetic Format.' Synthesis was already being defined and developed, as far back as 1954!"

Supporters Tammy and Phil Neimeyer generously donated this Model 351, appraised at $25,000, to the Bob Moog Foundation Archives. It was purchased around 1955 by Tammy's grandfather, James Gray Everhart, a lover of music, gadgets, and engineering. He was an early believer that R.A. Moog theremins could create beautiful music, which he would routinely demonstrate to friends and family!

To learn more about the Model 351 and see more pictures, check out our blog post on moogfoundation.org!"

New Ondioline modèle 56 Incoming


video upload by matrixsynth



via Ondioline

"We are proud to annonce the renew of this iconic early synth !

Our Ondioline prototype is running great since months and the first production unit should leave the workshop before winter.

We stay as close as possible to the original Georges Jenny design and philosophy.

Full analogue tube synth (12 in total) as stunning expressivity with suspended/wobbling keyboard and pressure sensitive keys !

Full specifications and price TBA

https://www.ondioline.fr/
https://www.instagram.com/ondioline.fr/"

See Georges Jenny, inventor of the Ondioline, demonstrating one in 1948 here.

The MONK Project Hardware Sequencer - Updates - GearExpo UK 2026


video upload by sonicstate

"Great to catch up with Nick Monk who was showing the Monk Project again after its success at the London Synth & Pedal Expo.What sets this sequencer apart is its combination of 16 customizable channels and a unique theory engine. While it features traditional step sequencing it also incorporates a wide range of generative models using its music theory engine to ensure musical coherence. This allows you to control melody outputs, toggle randomness, or block non-conforming notes.

The sequencer includes a phraser using Markov chains for recording and manipulating musical phrases and a new feature Nick calls HI (Human Intelligence). HI enables the machine to learn and create statistical tables based on your playing style. Nick elaborated that these features are on top of its basic step-sequencing capability.

Aimed for niche and professional composers, prospective uses span from simple MIDI creations to algorithmic music generation. The sequencer is aimed for production with pre-orders starting after summer, requiring a minimum of 20 orders to initiate a prototype run. CV and gate connectivity is also planned and in the works."

https://themonkproject.com

Saturday, June 27, 2026

knob.monster: A Browser-Native Cloud SysEx Librarian for Vintage Synths



via https://knob.monster

"knob.monster is a modern, zero-driver web application designed to backup, edit, and organize patches on vintage hardware synthesizers directly from a web browser. Leveraging the Web MIDI API, the platform eliminates the need for legacy desktop software, custom USB-MIDI drivers, or manual command-line SysEx utilities.

Key Features:

Zero Installation: Runs directly in any Chromium-based browser (Chrome, Edge, Opera).

Instant Cloud Backup: Safely store your custom patch banks in a secure cloud vault.

Automatic Parsing: Upload SysEx files to instantly view, rename, and sort individual patches inside the bank.

Supported Hardware: Launching with full support for the Yamaha DX7, Roland Juno-106, and Korg M1, with Casio CZ, Prophet-5, and Matrix-1000 in active beta."

New M‑VAVE FM‑1 Mini FM Synthesizer


video uploads by M-VAVE

Playlist:

1. M-VAVE New Product Release--FM-1
2. M-VAVE FM-1 Sound Import Tutorial
3. M-VAVE FM-1 Firmware (V09) Feature Overview & Upgrade Installation Tutorial Synthesizer: FM-1

FM-1 Features:
● Built-in speaker: No external speakers needed, turn on and play instantly, your stage anytime, anywhere.
● Built-in arpeggio: Rich rhythmic layers, giving you endless possibilities for musical performance.
● Built-in sequencer: Supports saving 16 preset sequences.
● Built-in 6-band integrated effects chain.
● Built-in rechargeable lithium battery with power indicator: Ready to use anytime, anywhere – on the street, in a cafe, or in your bedroom.
● Built-in 145-parameter FM tone editing system: Supports importing original DX7 SysEx tone files, and batch loading of single tones and entire tone sets.
● Built-in sound source: This device features a built-in sound source (FM synthesizer engine) that emulates the classic Yamaha DX-7 FM synthesizer, fully replicating 6 operators and 32 algorithms.
● BT audio function: Wirelessly stream backing tracks from your mobile phone to the FM-1 for improvisation using the built-in speakers or headphones.
● 27-key silicone keyboard, covering two octaves, offering a supple touch and rapid rebound for a comfortable playing experience.
● 1.54-inch color display screen, providing real-time display of tone, parameters, and spectrum information.
● Backlit silicone buttons for silent operation and sensitive feedback.
● 7 sets of 360-degree rotary encoders for precise and intuitive control.
● 12 function keys for one-touch access to core functions.
● OCT± octave/transposition switch, covering the full range even on narrow keys.
● 3.5mm headphone jack with automatic speaker mute when headphones are plugged in, ensuring undisturbed creative work and immersive monitoring of every detail of the tone.
● 3.5mm MIDI input jack for supporting external MIDI device control.
● USB-C interface: USB Audio + USB MIDI composite device, automatically recognized upon connection to a computer.

user video:

M‑VAVE FM‑1 Review & Sound Demo – Fun Pocket FM Synth

video upload by dongchannel

"How does this under‑$70 FM synthesizer perform? Check out this video for a full feature walkthrough, sound demos, and my honest thoughts.

I first spotted the M‑VAVE FM‑1 at this year's Guangzhou Musical Instrument Fair, and picked one up shortly after for about 300 RMB (around $60). The packaging is minimal, the unit itself is compact (16×9 cm), yet it packs everything you'd need. Connectivity is surprisingly generous, with both wired and wireless MIDI and audio support – really well‑equipped for its size.

Inside, you get a 6‑operator FM engine, essentially a recreation of a classic 1980s Japanese synth. It comes with 128 preset sounds, plus an effects chain, a 16‑step sequencer, an arpeggiator, and deeper editing tools. Pair it with an external MIDI keyboard and the playability expands even further.

Are there minor software quirks? Sure. But at this price, they're hardly worth mentioning. Compared to other portable sound gadgets in its class, the FM‑1 is just plain fun. And for the money, the build quality and feature set far exceeded my expectations."

Friday, June 26, 2026

Koarse making sounds for the PolyPulse Wavetable update!


video upload by Lambda Synthetics and Koarse

"To celebrate the PolyPulse wavetable update I’ve asked sound design wizard Koarse to spend some time with the PolyPulse. She created 42 hard-hitting samples, 35 haunted presets and 30 crunchy wavetables!

The firmware update and the free presets/samples/wavetables created by Koarse can be downloaded on: https://forum.lambdasynthetics.com/"

Introducing PunchBox 2 by d16group


video uploads by d16group

Playlist:

1. PunchBox 2 - Bass Drum Synthesizer
2. PunchBox 2 - Preset Showcase
3. PunchBox 2 - Walkthrough

"Meet PunchBox 2 – a powerful hybrid kick drum design engine built for modern music production.

Combining legendary kick emulations, advanced synthesis, sampling, and a versatile wavetable engine, PunchBox 2 gives you everything you need to create punchy, modern, and mix-ready kicks from scratch. Four independent sound generators, a flexible effects rack, advanced modulation tools, and intelligent routing provide deep sound-design capabilities while maintaining a fast and streamlined workflow.

Explore a massive factory library packed with presets, samples, and wavetables, then take full control of every transient, tone, and tail with the integrated Advanced Editor. Whether you're producing EDM, Techno, House, Hard Dance, Trap, Hip-Hop, or cinematic music, PunchBox 2 is designed to help you craft kicks that cut through any mix.

PunchBox 2 was developed through a collaboration between D16 Group, CFA-Sound, and Sounds of Revolution.

Learn more: https://www.d16.pl/punchbox"
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