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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

ARTURIA Introduces Memory V | Analog Ladder Titan



Playlist:

1. Memory V | Analog ladder titan | ARTURIA
2. Memory V | Overview Tutorial | ARTURIA
3. Arturia Memory V: The Infamous Memorymoog reborn! - CatSynth TV
4. Arturia MEMORY V - The Memorymoog is BACK! Factory Presets Demo (No Talking) - Davide Puxeddu
5. Arturia Memory V | No Talking | - DKS SYNTH LAB



"Wield phenomenal power with Memory V, Arturia’s definitive software reimagining of the legendary Memorymoog. A titanic, front-of-mix analog instrument built for commanding leads, bold brass, and true polyphonic depth — delivering unmistakable vintage weight with modern stability and control. Harness the raw, expressive character of a true analog classic, reborn for today’s production workflows.

Memory V captures the colossal analog character and triple-oscillator architecture of one of the rarest polyphonic synthesizers ever made, recreated with Arturia’s advanced TAE® technology and expanded with modern modulation, arpeggiation, effects and expressive workflow integration.

From towering brass and dense basses to evolving leads, cinematic pads and unstable analog textures, Memory V delivers the unmistakable weight of early-80s polyphonic synthesis in a reliable, production-ready instrument.

_A true Analog Titan

Memory V honors the architecture that defined an era of polyphonic synthesis, and adds the tools you need to push it further.

Best-in class recreation

Discover the weight, movement and edge of the original hardware, preserved through component-accurate TAE® modelling of its oscillators, filter, mixer, drive and analog non-linearities.

Triple-oscillator architecture

Three free-running oscillators per voice deliver the harmonic depth that set the Memorymoog apart. Stack Square, Ramp and Triangle waveforms, shape pulse width and sync oscillators for rich, animated sounds

Legendary ladder filter

Shape sound with a modelled low-pass ladder filter per voice, complete with 24 dB and 12 dB modes, self-oscillation and Bass Compensation to preserve low-end weight at higher resonance.

Authentic analog feel

Use Vintage and Dispersion controls to introduce continuous analog drift, then fine-tune variation across pitch, pulse width, levels, cutoff, emphasis, modulation and envelope times.

Modern modulation and FX

Drag-and-drop modulation, a four-layer Multi-Arp and a 4-slot FX rack with 17+ studio-grade effects bring contemporary sound design into the legendary Memorymoog architecture.

300+ mix-ready presets

Explore a curated library of dense, front-of-mix sounds spanning vintage brass, saturated basses, cinematic pads, evolving textures, expressive leads and modern electronic tones.

Memory V: introductory offer

To celebrate the launch, eligible Arturia users can unlock a limited-time introductory offer on Memory V and selected bundle options."

https://www.arturia.com/products/software-instruments/memory-v/overview

"Meet DVNA, a compact chord & texture synthesizer from Doboz."


Prologue to DVNAvideo upload by Doboz



DVNA walkthrough

video upload by Doboz



"DVNA is a compact synthesizer built for creating rich harmonic textures with minimal effort. Play a single key and get a chord, or intervals of your choice across its four oscillators... monophonic input, polyphonic results.

A built-in note quantizer locks your pitch to any of 25 scales, while the tuning modes let you dial in everything from fixed chord voicings to free microtonal tuning. Oscillator mixing and stereo panning are controlled through morphing systems, so a single knob sweep transforms your entire mix at once. The signal then flows through a stereo multi-mode filter, overdrive, and a choice of reverb or delays.

The 12-key capacitive keyboard responds to finger contact area, generating a continuous pressure signal that can be routed throughout the instrument. DVNA also accepts MIDI over TRS, syncs to MIDI clock, and responds to MIDI CC for external control. 128 presets capture all parameters, keeping your favorite patches ready to recall instantly."

Monday, May 25, 2026

DRUM DESIGNER DEMO


video upload by Noise Lab Sweden

"Here’s finally a demo of Drum Designer, a compact 18HP drum module for eurorack, built around six analog drum voices—each one with a personality of its own. Drawing inspiration from legendary analog drum machines, Drum Designer reinterprets those classic sounds through an entirely new circuit design, resulting in something familiar yet unmistakably original. This demo takes you through the separate voices and also a couple of examples with additional instruments."



DRUM DESIGNER
€370.00 (MSRP)

Drum Designer is a compact drum module built around a set of essential drum voices—each one with a personality of its own. Drawing inspiration from the legendary analog drum machines we all know and love, Drum Designer reinterprets those classic sounds through an entirely new circuit design, resulting in something familiar yet unmistakably original.

Built to thrive in any modular setup, simply feed it gates from your favorite sequencer—or any source capable of generating rhythmic patterns—and let Drum Designer deliver punchy, characterful drums with confidence. With a clean, self-explanatory interface made for fast, hands-on control, it's ideal for both studio work and live performance.

More than RingMod with Dwyfor Tech Modrwy


video upload by Robots Are Red

"Ring Mod and Wavefolding? Mobius Strip Mod?

For More info, visit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/45109599...

Modrwy is a 4hp Ring Mod and flavorful Wavefolder module guaranteed to spice up any voice.

This video explores Modrwy via some patch challenges provided by Dwyfor Tech.

Special thanks to Dwyfor Tech for providing the modules for this video."



Dwyfor Tech Modrwy - Eurorack DIY Ring Modulator, Waveshaper, Wavefolder, Analogue Multiplier

"Modrwy is DC-coupled ring modulator, based around a vintage transistor array IC, with waveshaping and wavefolding abilities based on overdriving the inputs. Despite being small and simple to use, Modrwy is full of its own flavour and can be used to modulate and morph any CV or audio source of your choosing.

Modrwy is entirely realised with through-hole components for ease of assembly. All our front panels are high-quality anodised CMYK prints on chunky, quality brushed aluminium sheet stock, made in the UK.

- 4hp wide, 3U high.
- Conforms to Eurorack (Doepfer A-100) standards.
- 33mm depth required for mounting.
- 40mA +12V, 20mA -12V

You can find the build/user manual at https://tinyurl.com/dt-modrwy - We highly recommend giving it a read before buying, to make sure it's the right kit for you.

I can assemble kits to order to provide you with a completed module, dependent on my free time. I charge £50 for my time and labour in this case. Send me a message for availability and details.

Production partners
DwyforTech makes this item with help from PCB manufacturing company, Hong Kong and Front panel printing company, Bury St, England"

KORG Droplet v2 – Analog Pluck (with KORG minilogue xd)


video upload by Sinevibes

"Droplet v2 is a raindrop delay effect, designed and developed by Sinevibes. Available as a plugin for a variety of KORG synthesizers: https://www.sinevibes.com/korgdroplet/"

KORG Droplet v2 – Synth Bell (with KORG NTS-3)

video upload by Sinevibes

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Kenton Electronics interview Superbooth 26


video upload by Take the Fear out the Gear

"Hi everybody this time we bring you the kenton electronics interview at Superbooth 26. Website https://kentonuk.com/


Coming Soon – Kenton Interchanger

The Interchanger is a very flexible, programmable MIDI patch bay – something many of our users have been asking us to make for a long time! Its feature set makes it just as useful on stage as it is in the studio, while retaining the ease of use that our products are known for; not to mention build quality and reliability you can depend on.

12x DIN MIDI inputs and outputs – 8 pairs of IN/OUT on the back, plus 4 pairs of IN/OUT on the front.

1 x 3.5mm TRS MIDI input and 4x 3.5mm TRS MIDI Outputs.

plantssystem to debut “KOSMOS2” at Hamamatsu Micro Maker Faire 2026


video upload by plantssystem


plantssystem will debut the new generative sound engine 'KOSMOS2' at Hamamatsu Micro Maker Faire 2026, exhibited at the ISGK Instruments booth.

KOSMOS2 is a multi‑layer generative audio engine running on the Raspberry Pi Pico2 and powered by the PRA32‑U2/M digital synth engine from ISGK Instruments.

This marks the first public appearance of the KOSMOS2 system.

Designed for smooth, continuously evolving musical structures, KOSMOS2 features:

- 4‑part generative architecture (Melody / Bass / Chord / Sequence)
- PRA32‑U2/M engine providing stable, high‑quality digital synthesis

- Deterministic yet evolving generative behavior
- Real‑time control via external UI and MIDI
- Fully embedded implementation on Pico2 hardware

Hamamatsu — the city of musical instruments — is the perfect place for this debut.
Visitors can experience KOSMOS2 directly at the ISGK Instruments booth."

https://plantssystem.github.io/KOSMOS2-SITE/

https://makezine.jp/event/makerfaire/hamamatsummf2026/

WINDANG [LFSR Noise Synthesizer] | Sound Sculpting Instrument | Official Demo


video upload by Gen Thalz

Watch your volume levels. See this post for an updated video.

"*WINDANG is a Linear Feedback Shift Register (LFSR) based noise synthesizer. A deterministic pseudo-random instrument featuring an LPF, LPG, VCOs, and Glitch Echo; capable of deep sound design and noise sculpting.

//All sounds in this video were generated entirely by WINDANG. No external effects pedals or post-processing were used.
Recorded directly through a Behringer mixer into a GoPro Hero10, with all mixer parameters set to center.

Visit my website for more info: https://www.genthalz.com/"


WINDANG Is An LFSR Noise Synthesizer Built Around A Digital Noise Synthesis Technique Known As The Linear Feedback Shift Register.

An LFSR Is A Logic Circuit That Generates Repeating Streams Of Bits Through A Chain Of Flip-Flops And Recursive Feedback, Creating Complex Pseudo-Random Sequences That Drift Between Pattern And Chaos.

A Deterministic Machine Pretending To Be Chaotic.

WINDANG Produces A Wide Range Of Unstable Digital Textures: From Rubbery Pulses And Slushy Modulation To Metallic Chatter, Percussive Glitches, Harsh Static, Broken-Glass Noise, And Abrasive Mirror-Scraping Frequencies. Designed For Harsh Noise, Experimental Electronics, Industrial Sound, And Exploratory Synthesis.

SPECS:
– 2 Triangle VCO
– LFSR (Linear Feedback Shift Register)
– LowPass Filter With Resonance
– Vactrol LoPass Gate
– Glitch Echo With 2 Mode Freeze
– 4 CV Inputs

Dreadbox Artemis firmware update 1.2 – new BBD effects


video upload by Sinevibes

"Dreadbox Artemis firmware update 1.2 is coming very soon! And here's a preview of the new BBD resonator and BBD playground effects which we've added to its Sinevibes effects collection."

Friday, May 22, 2026

Isla Electronics Update: Caladan, S2400, Kordbot


video upload by Isla Electronics

"'A quick check in and catch up with what's going on over at the new Isla HQ.
May 22nd S2400 FW Update available now check out the forum post here:
https://forum.islaelectronics.com/t/s..."

midiphy zetaSID: bassline engine (new firmware v1.5)


video upload by midiphy

"Introducing bassline engine: integrated, stereo-linked 303-style sequencing for zetaSID. Two modules on bass, two on percussion, some external FX in the chain.

What's in the patch:
two zetaSIDs linked via phybus carry the stereo bassline
patterns are switched live from the user interface. Sync To Measure stays active, so every pattern change lands cleanly on the next bar. The zetaSIDs stay step-locked across the polychain throughout
the joystick is spliced into LFO1 for hands-on modulation in real time
the fader is spliced into filter cutoff and forwarded to all zetaSIDs: live SID filter sweeps, no menus
two more zetaSIDs run the drums, triggered by gates from the modular, no MIDI used

What's new in firmware v1.5:
zetaSID bassline engine: 303-style 16-step sequencer, eight patterns per channel, per-step note / octave / gate / slide / accent / one freely assignable parameter, two LFOs and an additional envelope with curvature
three new input sockets per module: SEQ STEP, SEQ RESET, SEQ PATTERN. Splice them through phybus and your modular drives the sequencer directly with clocks, sequence reset triggers and pattern select CVs
pair two zetaSIDs over phybus for a true stereo bassline patch that stays step-locked
non-bassline feature: individual instrument attenuation for drum engine
non-bassline feature: 180° screen rotation support (mount your zetas upside-down, if you want :-))

Download the new firmware: https://www.midiphy.com/en/firmware
Test in our free web emulator: https://www.midiphy.com/en/zetasid-em..."

Move got HACKED!!! w/ Native Classic Synth Engines


video upload by AudioPilz

"Hey everybody, as frequent viewers of this channel will know Ableton Move was an instabuy for me when it was released in 2024. Seamless integration into Live, tried and tested instruments and FX and a slick form factor turned my gear acquisition syndrome up to 11.

Unfortunately, the little groovebox had been collecting dust ever since - mostly because of a lack of essential features we will talk about in a bit.

However, not only did Ableton iron out major flaws in firmware 2.0 - Move also got hacked in the most beautiful way possible and is now capable of running classic synths right on the machine.

Move got HACKED!!!
Classic Synths on Move

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:40 What is Ableton Move??? (Official Update)
02:04 What's New???
02:20 Schwung (formerly Move Everything) Hack Installation
03:23 How to use Schwung
03:46 Schwung Structure
04:44 Additional LFOs
04:57 Legal Disclaimer
05:16 Instruments ( Yamaha DX7 , Access Virus , Roland JV-880 ,...)
06:58 Schwung Effects
07:28 Schwung Jam
07:56 Workflow Improvements ( Stem Separation , Autosampler ,...)
09:01 Outro"

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Memorial Day Weekend Sales



Just a reminder: be sure to check out the shops on the right of the site for Memorial Day sales if you are in the US.

Pictured:

Perfect Circuit

Noisebug

Kraft Music

CONTROL - use code MAYTRIX10 (note the Y) for 10% off

Introducing Wavetable Designer by Lambda Synthetics


video upload by Lambda Synthetics

Lamda Synthetics also makes the PolyPulse Algorithmic Performance Workstation.

"A short introduction and demo of the new Lambda Synthetics Wavetable Designer! Try it out yourself at https://wavetabl.es/"

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Korg USA's Joe Castronovo Joins NAMM Urging Congress to Exclude Tariffs



(SEATED L-R Joe Castronovo, Jake Connolly. STANDING L-R: NY Representative Tom Souzzi, and Melissa Heche)

Press release follows:

Joseph Castronovo, President of Korg USA Joins NAMM's Washington DC Advocacy Fly-In Urging Congress to Exclude Musical Instruments, Components and Materials from Tariffs

MELVILLE, NY – On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, Joe Castronovo from Korg USA joined a delegation of NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Members, music industry leaders, and advocacy partners to meet with members of Congress and urge relief from tariffs on musical instruments, accessories, components and raw materials. The 20th NAMM Advocacy D.C. Fly-In welcomed new and returning advocates from all over the U.S., including 100 music business leaders and professionals representing all 50 states. Joe Castronovo from Korg USA represented the state of New York as part of the delegation advocating for tariff relief that would benefit music retailers, manufacturers, educators, and students nationwide.

“Each time we come back to Washington, it reinforces how important it is for our industry to speak with one unified voice. These conversations matter - lawmakers are listening more closely, and there’s a growing understanding of how tariffs impact a highly global, specialized supply chain like ours.

But the reality is, tariffs don’t just affect manufacturers - they directly impact small retailers, increase costs for customers, and make it harder for students and first-time players to access music. That’s why it’s so important to be here: to connect policy decisions to real-world consequences and advocate for solutions that protect both our industry and access to music.” Joe Castronovo

Tariffs on musical instruments and related products threaten to raise costs for music retailers, schools, and students at a time when access to music education has never been more important. NAMM Members traveled to Capitol Hill to make the case directly to lawmakers that tariff exemptions for music products protect American jobs, support music educators, and keep instruments accessible for the next generation of musicians. Learn more: https://www.namm.org/issues-and-advocacy/fly-in

16 Music Lab Custom MIDI Interfaces for Yamaha CS Series



via 16 Music Lab:

Hello MatrixSynth readers,

I am Thierry Gerardeaux from 16 Music Lab, and I want to announce that my custom MIDI interfaces for the Yamaha CS series (covering everything from the CS-15 up to the legendary CS-80) are currently available.

To maintain the highest standard of quality and ensure these kits end up in the right hands (rather than with speculators), I operate strictly on a small-batch, built-to-order basis. I limit production to a maximum of 5 units per CS model at any given time. This is true boutique hardware designed for purists and demanding technicians.

The CS-80 Flagship Interface & MIDI OUT Capabilities

While I proudly cater to the entire CS line, I want to specifically highlight the interface designed for the Yamaha CS-80. Given the immense complexity and uncompromising architecture of this legendary synthesizer, retrofitting it requires absolute precision.

Crucially, this specific MIDI kit goes beyond basic connectivity by featuring a comprehensive and highly responsive MIDI OUT. It flawlessly transmits all 8 voices of polyphony, including velocity and the CS-80's signature polyphonic aftertouch, alongside real-time data from the iconic ribbon controller. This allows you to harness the CS-80's legendary expressive keyboard to control your modern DAW or other hardware seamlessly.

How it works:

Technical Validation: Before any transaction, I require a few macro photos of your synthesizer’s internals (connectors, board revisions). I personally evaluate these remotely to guarantee 100% compatibility with your specific machine.

Shipping / DIY Install: If you or your trusted local tech are handling the installation, a dedicated and highly trusted partner of mine takes care of the ultra-secure packing and worldwide shipping.

Custom Installation: For those who want absolute peace of mind, I also offer a complete, personalized installation service myself (for an additional fee).

These kits are built with uncompromising attention to detail to respect the original circuitry of these vintage masterpieces.

If you are looking to bring your Yamaha CS into the modern studio environment with a reliable, high-end MIDI retrofit, please feel free to reach out to me directly at: 16musiclab@gmail.com or visit www.16musiclab.fr

Musically,

Thierry Gerardeaux 16 Music Lab

Clank Uranograph FW update 1.13 presentation


video upload by Clank

"Discover the exciting possibilities with the new 1.13 firmware update for the Urangraph. Here are the highlighted new features.
For a complete list, be sure to go and check the Urangraph manual.
https://www.clank.eu/uranograph"

Clank Uranograph manual update

video upload by Clank

FW 1.13 Change-Log

Neuzeit Instruments - Drop - Firmware 2.1 Update - New Features overview


video upload by Stromkult

0:00 — Intro / Meet Thomas at Superbooth 2026
0:19 — 8 Layers (Firmware 2.1)
1:31 — Live Layer Demo
2:16 — Wooden Cheeks by Synth Toys
2:45 — Live Performance + Volume Meters
3:28 — Tele Vu Plugin (Free VU Meter VST)
4:08 — Snapshot & Drop Mode (Buildups/Breaks)
5:47 — MIDI-Controlled LED Colors
7:18 — Motion Recording (Pre-Beta Preview!)
8:16 — Outro / Community & What's Next

More info on the Manufacturer website:
https://www.neuzeit-instruments.com/Drop

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

The New FLkey is here: the go-to controller for FL Studio


video upload by Novation and FL Studio

"Check out the New FLkey range here - https://novationmusic.com/flkey?utm_s...

Read the news story - https://novationmusic.com/articles/in...

"Introducing the new FLkey, the go-to controller for FL Studio. This video gives you a quick glimpse of what our new FLkey can do and how it integrates with FL Studio.

The next generation of FLkey is here, and this new iteration has been upgraded and refined to offer an even more seamless connection to your essential beatmaking workflows.

The new hardware introduces an array of upgrades including better-feeling keys and pads, continuous encoders, and a crisp OLED display that shows essential information about your project. In addition, FLkey now features inspiring built-in creative tools in the form of Scale and Chord Modes and a powerful arpeggiator.

We’ve also deepened FLkey’s connection to many of the most important FL Studio tools, including the Channel Rack, Mixer, and plugins. We’ve also added useful new workflow shortcuts and upgraded the pads’ sequencing capabilities.

From bedroom to studio, there’s an FLkey for every setup with four sizes to choose from:
FLkey Mini 25
FLkey 37
FLkey 49
FLkey 61"

New FL Studio Keyboards - Novation FL KEY MK2 First Look and Review

video upload by

"Today, Novation have released the FLkey 2 MIDI keyboards for FL Studio. It's a brilliant update to the incredibly popular FLkey range released in 2022. These new keyboards have now taken the top spot as the best MIDI device for FL Studio.

In this video, I share the important updates and give you a feel for the workflow and build quality of the new FLkey 2 in all sizes.

You can find out more about the FLkey MIDI keyboards and the included software here.
This is not an affiliate link: https://novationmusic.com/en/keys/flkey

This video is supported by Novation. I want to be transparent about this but I am genuinely glad to be showcasing the update to these keyboards. These MIDI keyboards are a brilliant pairing with FL Studio and are a joy to use.

0:00 - Intro
0:45 - 60 Second overview
1:45 - Build Quality
3:00 - Channel Rack Control
4:30 - Faders Controlling the Mixer
6:18 - My favourite features
9:40 - Don't make this mistake!

Prices (Rest of world excluding tax. Prices vary by location):

FLkey 2 MINI 25 = $119.99
FLkey 2 37 = $209.99
FLkey 2 49 = $249.99
FLkey 2 61 = $299.99

I don't mention the price during the video because it varies so much by location and I don't like to mislead anyone who expects a simple dollar conversion to their own currency!"

Novation's new FL KEY MK2 for FL Studio // Pros, cons & full tutorial for FLkey 2

video upload by loopop

TIMELINE: 0:00 Intro 0:45 Overview 1:45 25 v 37 v 49/61 3:15 I/O 3:45 Build & keys 4:45 What’s similar 5:45 MK2 vs MK1 6:50 Pad modes 7:10 Patterns 7:30 Channel Rack 8:10 Drum 8:45 Sequencer 10:05 User chords 10:50 Chord maps 12:10 Fixed chord 12:35 Arp 14:50 Encoder modes 15:10 Plugin 15:30 Mixer 15:50 Insert FX 16:05 Channel mixer 16:25 Transport 16:45 Faders 17:35 Fader buttons 18:20 Custom modes 19:45 Components 20:35 Parts/Splits 21:00 Scales 21:40 Settings 22:10 Pros and cons

New MIDI Brain for Dawless and DAWs


video upload by Pete Midi

"CME H12 MIDI Pro is a new USB Host MIDI interface with interesting features for dawless setups. I guess this new hub will replace my good old iConnectivity mio10😉 Basic hub example: Keith McMillen K-Board connected to H12 via USB-C, Korg Volca FM connected to H12 via TRS/DIN-MIDI"
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