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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Giorgio Sancristoforo's Homework Now Available



You find demos in previous posts here.

Details via Giorgio Sancristoforo:

"Homework is an experimental modular standalone workstation.
A four tracks portastudio-like cassette recorder with granular, reverb, echo and saturation effects, plus two classic modular synthesizers of the 70s.

The synths integrate with the tape recorder and the effects, thanks to a generous number of patch points placed directly on the recorder panel. Homework is a powerful electronic experimental echo-system where fantasy is the only real limit and vintage warm sound is paramount!

THE EYE OF HORUS
is a modular synth carefully modelled after the west coast paradigm with some peculiar features like two Tropical Additive Synthesis Oscillators, a Hybrid Putney Filter, a Triple Variable State BP Filter, a Tropical Shaper, a Comparator and a double sequencer and clock.

Like the 1970s models which inspired it The Eye Of Horus is wild, organic and warm!

SONDA
is a modular synthesizer designed for drones, and inspired by the instrument popularized by the French composer and synthesist Eliane Radigue. Five multi-waveforms oscilaltors, two multi-mode variable state filters/resonators, two modulators/amplifiers, one LPF 24 dB filter, a 7 channel mixer and a special very slow triple low frequency oscillator.

Available for Mac OS (M processors suggested) at giorgiosancristoforo.net"

Erica Synths x Richie Hawtin Introduce BULLFROG DRUMS


video upload by Erica Synths



"An intuitive, classically-styled drum machine with 7 sample-based voices and a CV/gate sequencer, the Bullfrog Drums is a great tool for learning drum programming, sampling techniques and live performance, all in a compact and sturdy form factor."
not what I expected. At all.

video upload by Stephen McLeod

‪@EricaSynths‬ have done it again.

0:00 Intro
0:48 Overview
1:39 Workflow
3:44 Advanced Features
5:25 Connectivity
6:47 My Thoughts

Introducing Osmose CE



video uploads by Expressive E

Playlist:

1. Introducing Osmose CE — Trailer
2. Osmose CE - The New Generation Of MIDI Controllers
3. Osmose CE — Overview
4. Osmose CE — DAW Control with Ableton Live
5. Osmose CE — DAW Control with Cubase
6. Osmose CE — DAW Control with Logic Pro

Osmose CE // A MIDI Keyboard That Feels Alive // Review & Tutorial

video upload by loopop

Press release follows:

Introducing Shadowbox by stretta


video upload by stretta

"Shadowbox is a lightweight Raspberry Pi runtime/control layer for RNBO patches: it runs on the Pi, discovers or connects to an RNBO runner, and provides a small hardware-oriented interface for viewing and adjusting patch parameters. In short, it turns a Pi into a self-contained, tactile RNBO instrument/controller box.

Shadowbox Github
https://github.com/stretta/Shadowbox"

RC CIRCUIT BENT 'ENTROPY GENERATOR' DARK AMBIENCE HORROR SOUND ECHO SYNTH


video upload by ResonanceCircuits

"Horror inspired soundscape generator from ResonanceCircuits.

Available at:
www.resonancecircuits.com"


"The Entropy Generator: An instrument of psychological dread..

Each of the 8 selectable soundscapes serve as a gateway to a different pocket of the abyss, ominous sub-harmonics, skin crawling malevolence, aetheric whispers and rhythmic metallic shrieks curdle together into beautifully sinister atmospherics.

8 selectable soundscapes

Sounds can be momentary triggered by touching the contact plates with the crocodile clip, loop sounds by connecting to the contact plate.

CONTROLS:
On/off power switch
Indicator led - illuminates when a sound is triggered
Reflection - echo rate control
Regeneration - feedback depth control
body contact - use in conjunction with the feedback control to inject varying amounts of feedback into the mix quickly.
Intensity - input mix control - varies the amount of signal sent from the sound generator section into the delay circuit.
Magnitude - output level control
1/4" jack output

Requires a 9v DC input (negative centre polarity) power supply, 500-800mA.
Not supplied.

Oak stained and waxed wood plinth base with a black and gold control panel.

Dimensions:20.5(W) X 9.5(D)cm"

THIS EURORACK MODULE BREAKS TIME | ADDAC System - ADDAC406 Clock Bender


video upload by DANIELE

"The ADDAC406 Clock Bender by ADDAC System, it turns simple rhythms, into complex syncopated patterns through unconventional clock divisions."

0:00 Intro
0:19 Overview
0:50 Clock input and BPM detection
1:17 A & B channels
1:43 BPM multiplier
2:09 Beats duration
2:26 B channel and white background
3:07 Resetting one or both channels
3:43 Curves duration and progress bar
3:53 Balance control
4:12 Left and right curves
4:37 One shot mode
5:21 Loop Mode
5:39 Fine: pause and bpm fine-tuning
6:03 Rest, hold and infinite rest/hold
7:51 Save settings
8:13 First patch
9:21 Second patch



"This module introduces a unique approach to rhythm, it can add complexity to any pattern by superimposing extremely odd divisions creating syncopation and rhythmic complexity. It provides extensive possibilities for rhythmic creation, transforming static rhythmic patterns into dynamic and complex rhythmic layering enhancing the rhythmic foundation set by the primary clock. It allows users to explore and generate rhythms in previously unattainable ways.

The module operates by taking an input clock signal and generating two new independent outputs that dynamically accelerates or decelerates the BPM toward a user-defined destination BPM over a specified number of beats. Meaning that the output generation is never constant, they will always be dynamically accelerating or decelerating, where no interval between two pulses is the same, the current interval will always be shorter or longer than the previous interval.

This principle will generate unique metrics that when played against the main clock will create extremely unique patterns, from simple swing /syncopation to beyond free-jazz completely unexpected while mathematically justified metrics.

Tech Specs:
8HP
4.5cm deep
110mA on +12V
20mA on -12v"

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Introducing the Body Synths Laboratory


video upload by Body Synths



"The Body Synths Laboratory is a dual-channel effects processor and feedback synthesizer.

Four feedback paths sit at the core of the Laboratory. Route signals, control delay repeats, or add gritty textures. Push them far enough, and the system enters self-oscillation—even with no input. From there, every control reshapes the feedback into anything from subtle drones to harsh noise madness.

Each channel features three voltage-controlled effects: gain, delay, and filter. Run the channels in series or in parallel. Push signals from silence to amplification with the Gain control. Drive the Delay into dirty territory at longer times—we’ve used that famous karaoke machine delay chip. Combine both channels to create multi-tap or ping-pong echoes.

The Resonant Filter provides Low-Pass and High-Pass modes. Chain the two channels in series to create Band-Pass responses. A final clipping stage at the end of each channel adds compression and distortion when driven to extremes.

We’ve also included a global Modulator that can operate as either an Envelope or an LFO, with two positive and two negative CV outputs. Patch them to build effects like tremolo, vibrato, chorus, moving stereo filter sweeps, modulated delays—it can get pretty wild.

The Body Synths Laboratory is being developed in collaboration with Andrey from the Berlin-based pedal company akkusativ.

Body Synths Laboratory

Release: 2026. Price: TBA."

Tubbutec Custom MIDI Controller


video upload by Tubbutec

"Design your own MIDI controller using our Designer tool - we will build it for you.

https://tubbutec.de/customcontroller/

Music: Neukölln Ensemble - Reaching Out

Up to 25 faders with LEDs
Up to 12 pots with various knob options
Up to 8 buttons with various color choices
Up to 20 LEDs to show button states, various shapes and sizes
Full color printed FR4 front panel
A layered architecture with up to 4 layers
MIDI input and output via TRS-A MIDI. Adapters to DIN are included
USB MIDI connection
MIDI router for USB, DIN and controller data allows the connection in multiple ways
Also works as a USB MIDI to TRS MIDI interface
Can be powered from a USB host or standard USB-C power supply
Powder coated sheet metal case 14 x 11.5 x 1.8cm, black
Easy configuration change via MIDI
Firmware update via USB"

RYK TimeSlice Looper Module New Firmware V1.2 - sound demos and technique tutorials


video upload by RYK Modular

"The New V1.2 Time Slice firmware unleashes some super cool new features including Polyphonic sample playback, Autoslice + Slice marker editing, Morphagene Reels support, and some funky quantised trigger input and output options amongst others . . .

NEW FEATURES LIST:

Patching Exciting Modulation for Filters // FIRST PATCH with Swell from Bartola Instruments


video upload by DivKid



"Here we have the new Swell Eurorack filter and valve gain stage from Bartola Instruments. We'll be exploring this in the usual in depth DivKid demo style in the future but wanted to share our literal first patch playing around with saturating, character oozing valve distortion and filtering ... and in doing so, share some modulation tips about how we like to patch modulation, mixing sources and making things feel exciting and dynamic. I hope the patch notes below are useful and let us know what you'd like to see more of with Swell."

"*PATCH NOTES*

The simple bit first - AUDIO PATH - two saw wave oscillators, changing the octaves between them at points, mixed into 'Swell' and then output into some stereo FX for background ambience.

The modulation is where this gets exciting going into the FM input (which modules filter cut off frequency) is my main envelope, a simple decay envelope. Resonance is modulated by a step sequence (external attenuation is the key here). Then the v/oct input is used as a place to input a mix of modulation. The first is an accent envelope, patching a less dense gate rhythm into a second envelope and patching that into a mixer. Then outputting the mixer into the v/oct input of the filter. The second is then the same step sequence as the resonance.

So with the mixer into the v/oct and the FM input I have 3 modulation sources modulating the filter frequency - main envelope, accent envelope & step sequence.

Modules used - Thonk Synth VCO, Joranalogue Cycle 5, TINRS Next Tuesday, Making Sound Machines Multiplikand, Bartola Instruments Swell, WMD + Infrasonic Audio Cosmis Debris, Vostok Instruments Fuji, Apollo View IOU, Thonk Synth dual VCA.

THIS VIDEO IS SPONSORED BY BARTOLA INSTRUMENTS* they have funded the creation of this first patch video and future demo video with Swell. Any questions just ask."

Monday, April 27, 2026

Bob Moog's First Keyboard Instrument Ever Built Added to BMF Archives



via The Bob Moog Foundation

Meet The RENSITRON!

"Bob Moog's First Keyboard Instrument Added to the Bob Moog Foundation Archives

Bob Moog’s earliest known keyboard instrument, the Rensitron, now resides in the Bob Moog Foundation Archives! Bob built this small electronic organ in 1951, at only 16 years of age. His Bronx High School of Science teacher, Hymen Rensin, bought the instrument from Bob for $10 ($120 when adjusted for inflation)!

The Rensitron is a two-octave electronic organ, featuring vacuum tubes, hand-carved wooden mini-keys, and a built-in 5-inch speaker with a hand-made, stylized 'R' speaker grille, all encased in a slanted wooden cabinet. If you're wondering how someone so young could have designed this, Bob had already been dabbling in electronics since age ten! The 'chicken head' knobs on the front panel for volume, tone, and pitch are the same as those used on classic R.A. Moog synth modules, whispering hints about the world-changing instruments yet to come. Similarly portentous are two top panel labels, which read 'Rensitron' and 'Electronic Organ Made For Mr. Rensin By Robert Moog May 1951,' both of which use the same black Dymo Labeler tape as the early R.A. Moog modular systems.

Most notable up top are hand-crafted wooden keys with spring action, most likely made by Bob's father, George Conrad Moog, an engineer and woodworker. Some of the keys have less 'spring in their step' than others, but most still retain a very playable feel!

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

Introducing HUM 2.


video upload by Albert Nyström

"Coming Soon!"



via Nyström Instruments

"The HUM 2 is a Sensory, multi-timbral synthesizer designed for expressive performance and sonic exploration. The synth provides three independent voices that allow you to create complex textures and control three separate sequences simultaneously.

Key Features

Multitimbral Architecture: Three voices with the ability to assign independent synthesis engines, melodies and parameters to each voice. Each voice is controlled with touchpads for expressive control.

Synthesis Engines: Features a wide range of synthesis modes, including Subtractive synthesis, FM, Wavetables, Organ and experimental engines.

Expressive Sensor Integration: the synth has six built-in sensors: Distance, Light, Tilt X/Y and Touch 1/2, mappable to any knob for interactive modulation.

Sequencing: Create generative patterns or fixed loops with three independent 64-step sequencers. Generated notes are quantized to one of the 17 scale options.

FX & Modulation: Features 4 LFOs mappable to any knob. Independent sends to the built in Delay, Reverb and Overdrive.

Connectivity: Features 3 CV outputs, 2 CV inputs. Sync In/Out, MIDI in/out. Headphone out, L/R line out and MIDI + Audio over USB

New MetaModule Plugins: ROMplers!


video upload by 4ms Company

"Available for download now on our MetaModule Forum: https://metamodule.info/downloads
Click the download link under Plugins.
*Coming to VCV Rack soon!
Patch notes are here: https://forum.4ms.info/t/new-romplers..."

Sunday, April 26, 2026

New maker sbrk devices Introduces zerua nahasi 4-voice granulator eurorack module



From the creator: "My name is Dani and I am about to release my first Eurorack module, which I have been working on for the last few years: it is called zerua nahasi, and it is a 4-voice granulator with multiple internal and external modulation options, various ways to combine and synchronize the 4 voices, multiple grain engine types (varispeed, (paul)stretching...), and an integrated convolution reverb with custom impulse responses. You can learn more about it at sbrkdevices.com.

The module will be released in automn this year, but in a few days I will be showing it at Superbooth in Berlin. If you plan to be there, you are more than welcome to come visit us, we are in the headphones only area, at booth W241."

Additional details via sbrk devices:

zerua nahasi is a polyphonic granular synthesizer for the eurorack modular format, with a wide range of granulation possibilities. it features 4 stereo granular engines that can be used independently or in combination, opening a whole palette of possibilities. samples can be loaded from an SD card, or recorded via the stereo audio input. each granulation engine can use the same or different samples as sources for granulation. a live mode is also available, where the device works as a granular delay. zerua nahasi aims to work as a granulation l a b # r & t @ @ !.

furthermore, this device also includes a stereo convolution reverb, with some built-in impulse responses with barcelona's most iconic spaces, and the possibility to load custom IRs from the SD card.

- features -
4 stereo granular engines - each slot can hold over 20 seconds of audio.
the 4 engines can be synchronized and combined in multiple ways.
main granulation parameters with CV control and randomization: grain position, grain length, density, pitch/speed, envelope shape, stereo image.
multiple granulation modes: varispeed, stretching, and more to come.
onset/transient detection.
granulation sources: stereo input audio (live or pre-recorded), or samples from SD card.
integrated convolution reverb. IRs can be loaded from SD card.

Saturday, April 25, 2026

New & Vintage PPG wave 2.3 PCBs Side by Side & FAQ Now Live



Some pics showing the old & new PCBs for the upcoming wave 2.3. Old is on top.

The new wave 2.3 will be 99.9% a clone of the original with only changes to ensure longevity:

"The sound is exactly the same, mainly because it actually is a PPG wave 2.3.
But reliability issues related to the Legacy design had to be addressed.
All improvements were made to promote longevity and reliability of the unit."

You can find an FAQ online. No price yet.

Scrigno Synth - New Soft Synth Based on Casio's Phase Distortion Synthesis Coming May 2026



Scrigno Synth to be released on May 2026 by nusofting.net

Playlist:

1. Scrigno Synth (VST/AU) RC 1.0 [some presets]
NUSofting announces the new Scrigno Synth (Techno sounds from 2:26 time point)
2. Scrigno Synth RC 1.0 - "mysterious space" sounds
NUSofting announces the new Scrigno Synth .
A few "mysterious space" sounds tweaked live.
Check these novel timbres.
3. Scrigno Synth RC 1.0 - *Grainy Stuff*
NUSofting announces the new Scrigno Synth .
An industrial ambient sound with ultra fast arpeggiator
for extra grainy modulation.
4. Scrigno Synth 'CZ PD Blender' basic sound 1
Scrigno Synth to be released on May 2026 by nusofting.net
5. Scrigno Synth 'CZ PD Blender' basic sound 2
Scrigno Synth to be released on May 2026 by nusofting.net

The Pedal That Thinks It’s a Synth | PURPLL Drone Improvisation


video upload by Andre Bregegere

"An improvised deep-dive into the harmonic chaos of the Montreal Assembly PURPLL."

The Pedal That Thinks It’s a Synth | MTL PURPLL | Drone Improvisation

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"An improvised deep-dive into the harmonic chaos of the Montreal Assembly PURPLL.

While many know the PURPLL as a PLL-based dirt box, it hides a massive drone synth within its circuitry. In this session, I’m utilizing its internal pulse wave oscillator, utilizing the multiply and divide channels to stack overtones and subharmonics into a wall of sound.

The signal is shaped by the onboard filters and modulated via LFO before hitting the Universal Audio UAFX duo for spatial depth.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:12 Performance

Gear Signal Chain:
• Source: Montreal Assembly PURPLL (Drone Mode)
• Reverb: UAFX Golden Reverberator (Vintage Reverb Emulator)
• Delay: UAFX Starlight Echo Station (Vintage Delay Emulator)
• DAW: Recorded live to stereo, mixed/mastered in Pro Tools.

Key PURPLL Features used:
• Pulse Wave Oscillator
• Frequency Multiplication & Division
• Integrated Hi-pass & Lo-pass Filters
• Internal LFO Modulation"



"The PURPLL is a phase-locked loop (PLL) type pedal. It can be used as a fuzzed out harmonizer, drone synth and more."

Friday, April 24, 2026

Chaos-Core Synthesizer


video upload by Noise Reap

Chaos-Core Synthesizer - Demo #2

video upload by Noise Reap



via Nose Reap

"A devastation machine. Two crude triangle wave VCOs shorted together and FM'ing each other. Sent through the most insane distortion/waveshaper/mystery circuit I can muster. Every knob affects every other knob.

Demo done by Mary, the legendary noisebox maker behind ye old Marbeau Synth!"

AnalogFX Larynx Keyboard Synthesizer Incoming



via AnalogFX

Priced at €1.032,23 €929,00

"This item will be released 2026-09-01.

Larynx is a monophonic semi-modular analog performance synthesizer with a 37-key aftertouch keyboard, MPE support, and a unique triple-filter architecture inspired by the legendary Synton Syrinx. Designed for expressive sound design, Eurorack integration, and hands-on performance.

Limited First Batch – 50 Units Only

Shipping from September
Includes 10% early adopter discount

Inspired by a Rare Voice

Built on the foundation of the SER-2020, Larynx continues the legacy of the Synton Syrinx—an instrument known for its vocal, organic sound.

Reimagined for modern musicians, Larynx combines vintage character with performance-focused control and modular flexibility.

Built to Be Played

37-key keybed with aftertouch
Touch’n’Bend performance control
Real-time modulation across the entire signal path
From subtle pressure to aggressive modulation, Larynx translates touch directly into sound.

Every gesture becomes sound.

Organic. Vocal. Alive.

Oscillators
CEM3340-based VCOs delivering warmth and stability

Filters
Triple CEM3350 architecture enabling vocal, formant-like shaping

Character
From deep bass to expressive, evolving textures

The combination of classic oscillator design and a unique triple-filter structure allows Larynx to move beyond traditional subtractive synthesis—into something more organic, more dynamic, more alive.

Modular Without Limits

CV inputs and outputs
Eurorack compatibility
Flexible routing
Integrate seamlessly with Eurorack or use Larynx as a powerful standalone voice.
A performance instrument that expands into your modular world.

More Than a Synth

Designed for expression, not presets
Inspired by rare, character-rich instruments
Built in limited batches for serious musicians
For Those Who Go Deeper

Larynx is built for musicians who want more than presets — for those who shape sound, perform with intent, and seek an instrument with a voice of its own."

Soniccouture Releases Haunted Spaces 2 Ft. Chris Watson


video upload by Soniccouture



via Soniccouture

"Haunted Spaces 2 is a powerful sound design tool with a huge library of recordings, samples + presets to explore.

Chris Watson is the worlds leading field recordist. Best known for his nature recordings, his private obsession is the charged ambiences that inhabit certain spaces.

Spacious and resonant, these recordings are perfect sound design elements.

They can be layered and shaped to create uniquely characterful instruments that can sit behind a mix or form the basis of entire ambient tracks.

INTRO OFFER:

INTRO DEAL: ENDS MAY 11
$139 | $199

*Users of Haunted Spaces 1 can upgrade for $79 for a limited time only."

Recording locations pictured below.

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