Melbourne Instruments Announces New Firmware for NINA and ROTO-CONTROL

New NINA Multi-Track Sequencer Feature Overview: Melbourne Instruments Polyphonic Synth video upload by Melbourne Instruments

"All sounds are generated and sequenced by NINA in this video, no other gear used!

A public beta of the multi-track sequencer firmware update is free for all NINA users and now available at http://www.melbourneinstruments.com/s..."

00:00 Intro
01:35 Accessing Multi-Track Sequencer Mode
01:54 New Overlay and Button Function
02:09 Key Concepts and Overview
02:47 PATTERN Mode
04:20 TRACK Mode
06:11 Parameter Locking & Step Settings
09:03 Live Automation Recording
11:18 Copy/Paste Steps
11:57 Performing and Playing Front Panel
12:50 TRACK Mute
13:18 TRACK Select
13:55 Page Select (REC)
14:41 New NOISE Types
15:16 Parameter Locking Noise Types
16:36 Outro

Press release follows:

May 2, 2025, Superbooth Edition

Melbourne Instruments announce new firmware for ROTO-CONTROL and NINA

Visit Melbourne Instruments at Superbooth, May 8-10, FEZ-Berlin Germany, Booth H220

Melbourne Instruments announce BITWIG STUDIO integration for ROTO-CONTROL

MELBOURNE, Australia, May 2, 2025: Melbourne Instruments continue to build on the success of their motorized synths, NINA and DELIA, and MIDI controller ROTO-CONTROL launched in January this year. Melbourne Instruments is pleased to announce BITWIG STUDIO integration for Roto-Control is now available as a public beta. This adds to Roto-Control’s acclaimed Ableton Live integration, and now Bitwig Studio users can take full advantage of Roto-Control features with their Bitwig projects.


Melbourne Instruments bring their revolutionary touch sensitive, motorized knob technology along with high-res screens and haptic control to Bitwig Studio users.

Powerful, compact, and portable, Roto-Control features three main modes of operation: MIX, PLUGIN and MIDI with Motion Recorder. MIX Mode will automatically sync Bitwig with all track names and colors instantly appearing on Roto-Control displays. Roto-Control will update track names and colors when connected to an active Bitwig session. No need to save or edit labels – all data is taken directly from the active Bitwig session.

In PLUGIN Mode, plugin parameters and labels are taken directly from Bitwig with one touch, one-time, intuitive easy setup. Learn plugin parameters once and Roto-Control will remember learnt parameters anytime you use Bitwig. All learnt plugin parameters are stored locally on Roto-Control, making it quick and easy to use with any computer setup. Roto-Control is a truly unique motorized MIDI controller that is highly customizable with internal storage for thousands of assignments.

Bitwig Studio users can streamline their creative workflow and quickly evolve ideas with responsive physical control of Bitwig Studio through Roto-Control’s MIX and PLUGIN Modes. This new integration is a collaboration between Bitwig and Melbourne Instruments, responding to the overwhelming demand for Roto-Control support for Bitwig Studio.

Bitwig Studio integration marks the second DAW support for Roto-Control with additional DAW integration currently in the works.

Bitwig Studio integration for Roto-Control is a public beta, please see link for more info and to download the beta firmware. www.melbourneinstruments.com/roto

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New Magnolia Keyboard Synth by Frap Tools Coming to SUPERBOOTH

via Frap Tools

"And here's what we'll bring to Superbooth: Magnolia is the prototype that kept us busy over the last year. It's gonna be an 8-voice analog throuhg-zero FM polyphonic synthesizer. At its heart, all the sounds you've met in our modules: Brenso, Cunsa, and so on. We could say a 'west coast polysynth', but it's capable of analog subtractive synthesis as well. We'll bring two pre-production units at @superbooth_berlin , so come check them out and stay in touch for some video and audio stuff!"

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Model Q2 by Destiny +

video upload by Stefano Bertoli

"Short impro on Model Q2 by Destiny +
Some sequence from Polyend Synth via midi"

You can find addtional demos and details on the Model-Q-2 in previous posts here.

NEW MODULE! MATRIX VCF User Guide - Vintage 16-Mode Filter & VCA by AJH SYNTH for #eurorack

video upload by AJH Synth Official

"NEW MODULE! The MATRIX VCF & VCA by AJH SYNTH is a 16-mode filter based on the vintage Oberheim Matrix 12 & Xpander synthesisers of the 1980's. It has all 15 filter types of the original synth filter, plus an additional 4-pole all pass filter mode, AND a switchable resonance and distortion circuit based on the Polivoks synth, which flips the character of the filter on its head. It can go from smooth and crisp, to aggressive overdrive with screaming resonance in an instant. It is 14hp, and features its own built-in VCA, negating the need for an additional module to amplify its output, saving valuable rack space.

Frequency is controllable by 4 different CV inputs, resonance can also be controlled by CV, naturally the VCA, but also filter Mode can be selected by control voltages, meaning that a huge range of automation is possible, in addition to the physical pots for manual tweaking.

See the AJH SYNTH website for more details: https://ajhsynth.com/Matrix_VCF.html
[check with dealers on the right for availability]

INDEX:
00:00 Overview
01:58 Input & Output
04:25 Filter Mode
07:40 Freq Control
09:39 Self-oscillation
11:26 Patch Examples

The AJH SYNTH Eurorack range consists of high-end modules, all hand-made in the UK, most of which are based on classic, vintage designs, authentically recreating the circuitry of much sought-after analogue instruments and technologies of the past, whilst greatly expanding them, and bringing them to modern Eurorack levels of convenience, limitless flexibility, and reliability.

Video by @DreamsOfWires"


AJH Synth Matrix VCF

video upload by theianboddy

"AJH Synth - whom I collaborated with on the Tone Science Triple Cross & Chance Delay modules - have sent me over one of their new Matrix VCF filters. This wonderful sounding filter opened up a lot of new modular synth ideas, some of which I explore in this video."

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

MONOVOX: An Analog Synthesizer

video upload by Ian Schwarzkopf

"MONOVOX is an innovative analog synthesizer with a digital touchscreen visualizer."

New! SpaceBlender Experimental Reverb from Soundtoys

video upload by soundtoys

"SpaceBlender is a new experimental reverb that lets you create unreal and imaginary spaces – shapes, textures, and tones otherwise impossible in the real world.

Get it FREE at https://www.soundtoys.com through May 22."

Update: new video:

Introducing Soundtoys SpaceBlender

video upload by soundtoys

"Meet SpaceBlender, a new imaginary space machine from Soundtoys. It's an experimental reverb that create shapes, textures, and tones that don’t exist in the natural world.

In this video, we’ll walk you through SpaceBlender’s interface and demonstrate some cool ways to get started with the plug-in. From ambient soundscapes to reverse gated verbs, from skittering delays to wild pitch shifting– this deceptively simple plug-in has much to offer.

Get SpaceBlender FREE through May 8, 2025. Only at https://www.soundtoys.com."

SAModular Buchla Format Complex Waveform Generator

Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this Reverb listing

"Beautiful module in perfect working shape. Sounds amazing. Very little signs of wear. Check my listings for other interesting buchla modules."

SAModular's clone of the Buchla 259. You can find a demo of the original posted back in 2007 here.

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ULT-SOUND Introduces DS-4M ProMuzer

Short Demo: Polyphonic Mode video upload by Freaky Tweaky

"I tried out the ULT-SOUND DS-4M ProMuzer, which is scheduled to be released in June.

The newly added Polyphonic Mode assigns voices using the round robin method, just like a typical polysynth, so by varying the settings of each OSC appropriately, you can enjoy kaleidoscope-like changes even with simple phrases. ✨ (Granular, Reverse, and Reverb are added in the DAW as post-effects)"

Check in with dealers on the right for upcoming availability. Note this is the ProMuzer version. A few non ProMuzer versions have shown up on Reverb in previous posts here.






"Introducing the Ult-Sound DS-4M ProMuzer, a modern reissue of Toyo Gakki's DS-4 analog drum synthesizer, available in a limited edition of only 50 units. This exclusive release features a sleek new design with a custom white front panel and black lettering, blending vintage charm with modern aesthetics. The DS-4M ProMuzer faithfully reproduces the second iteration of the ULT-SOUND DS-4 - while incorporating innovative upgrades to meet contemporary music production needs.

Some features of the original DS-4 have been retained in this reissue, and we highlight them here for those unfamiliar with the original design:

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Body Synths Metal Fetishist Chrome Edition

video upload by Body Synths

"Here’s the Metal Fetishist Chrome Edition. It’s shiny but it sounds the same. Is that a bad thing? All the sounds in this video were created using it.

Limited Special Edition of 200. First batch of 100 starts shipping in a few weeks. Come to SUPERBOOTH25 to check it out in person, we'll be at booth W206.

We’ve been keeping this a secret since almost the beginning and trust me it wasn’t easy, this thing looks cool af."

Introducing the limited edition Infinite Digits Pikocore XL DIY kit by Erica Synths.

video upload by Erica Synths



"The Pikocore is a lo-fi music mangler based on the Raspberry Pi, developed by Zack Scholl. The original DIY kit comes in a miniature pocket calculator formfactor, but we at Erica Synths wanted to make it more playable, so we reached out to Zack and developed Pikocore XL version that has identical functionality, but comes in Erica Synths signature hands on user interface and proper aluminum enclosure. Infinite Digits Pikocore XL by Erica Synths is a full DIY kit that includes all components to build an instrument and put in in action straight away."

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Expressive E Osmose Firmware Update 2.1

video upload by Expressive E

00:00 preset demo intro
00:30 overview
00:54 new DSP update & 2 FXs
01:15 new sound expansion
01:36 new preset demo
03:30 how to access the new FXs
04:40 deleting presets & playlists
05:08 bugfixes & other improvements
05:37 upcoming instrument editors
06:15 install process

osmose 2.1 firmware new preset demos (hear it in action)

video upload by Expressive E

"The second major free update of Osmose 2.1 is here!

The newest update of our flagship MPE synth, Osmose, teased further upcoming features for 2025. Standalone users will enjoy 80 analog presets + 2 new built-in FXs directly on Osmose. These additions were made possible by a simultaneous big update of Osmose’s DSP & programming tools, the EaganMatrix and Editor, which makes it easier to create sounds and analog timbres.

presets:
00:00 epica
00:47 tribal
01:17 kobolid
01:55 photalia
02:20 udon
02:45 dakota sunset
03:20 dx magic
03:48 brassick
04:35 kawaship
05:10 mascarade
06:03 va keys 2
06:46 tb seq-30s
07:45 bitcrush mod

How to install the Osmose 2.1 update?

For all Osmose users with a registered Osmose in their Expressive E user account, the update is already available in the 'My Downloads & Serials' section of your account. Users must download the ZIP file that is compatible with their computer, either for Windows, Mac with Intel processors, or Apple Silicon Macs (M1/M2/...). A PDF with detailed instructions on the update process is contained in the ZIP file."

OXI One MKII : What's New ?

video upload by OXI Instruments

"We’re beyond excited to introduce the OXI One MK2, the next evolution of our groundbreaking sequencer.

MK2 is the culmination of years of refinement, shaped by feedback from our community and artists. We’ve packed in powerful new features and streamlined the workflow for speed and creativity like never before. The result? The most powerful, inspiring and affordable sequencer on the market.

Our goal with MK2 is simple: to eliminate friction between your ideas and your music. With this upgrade, the gap between inspiration and performance is shorter than ever. With OXI One, creativity moves at the speed of inspiration.

In this video, I’ll walk you through some of the most exciting new features but be sure to subscribe—we’ve got plenty of in-depth content coming your way."

00:00 Introduction
01:06 More tracks
02:20 More creative functions
05:15 More improvements

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Neuzeit Instruments Introduces DROP - Snapshot-based MIDI Control Center for Live Performance

Details follow:

"Which live performer doesn't know this situation: You build the tension to immeasurable heights, add another filter here, three more effects there, hands go up in the air, everyone's waiting for the big drop... and then you realize: You can't find your way out of the chaos you've created!

The sweat on your forehead drips onto your equipment, and in a firework of spraying sparks, your devices and your fans say goodbye forever...

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Intellijel Metropolix Backpack

video upload by Intellijel

"The Metropolix Backpack adds a 10-pin Intellijel Case MIDI connector to the rear of Metropolix, allowing Metropolix to interface directly with the MIDI and USB ports on Intellijel Performance and Palette cases.

When using the Metropolix Backpack, you can connect Metropolix directly to other MIDI hardware or your Computer/DAW via your Intellijel Case Jacks.

This accessory requires:
• Intellijel Metropolix
• Intellijel Performance or Palette Case

Intellijel Case Compatibility:
• Performance Case 7U x 104HP
(Full Size 5-Pin MIDI In/Out/Thru + USB-MIDI)
• Performance Case 7U x 84HP
(Full Size 5-Pin MIDI In/Out/Thru + USB-MIDI)
• Palette Case 4U x 104HP
(TRS MIDI In/Out + USB-MIDI)
• Palette Case 4U x 62HP
(TRS MIDI In + USB-MIDI, Note: no TRS Out)"

"Sequence via MIDI from your Eurorack system

The Metropolix Backpack adds a 10-pin header to the back of Metropolix for connecting to the Intellijel 10-pin header* on all of the Intellijel Cases.

Intellijel 4U Palette Cases — TRS MIDI IN and OUT**, USB MIDI
Intellijel 7U Performance Cases — 5-Pin MIDI In, Out and Thru, USB MIDI

* Please note—the Intellijel case MIDI Jacks can only be connected to a single module: MIDI 1U, Metropolix w/ Backpack, μMIDI 1U (legacy).

** MIDI TRS OUT not available on the 62hp 4U Palette.

Metropolix w/ MIDI

MIDI on Metropolix does not interfere with classic CV/GATE modulate usage, it plays alongside it. Sequence your favourite modules, hardware synths, and software plugins all at the same time.

MIDI Clock In and Out — Integrate an external MIDI Clock Sync from other hardware or your DAW, or sync everything else with the Metropolix Clock and modulate the BPM.

MIDI Output from the iconic Metropolix Sequencer—

Output MIDI Notes and CC Modulation from both Tracks

Output CC Modulation from 8 Mod Lanes.

Deep support for configuring Slide (Glide/Portamento) for any synth.

The Backpack offers the same MIDI functionality as Metropolix Solo , but using the Jacks on your Intellijel Case. [see Intellijel Metropolix Solo - Desktop Sequencer with MIDI]

Tucked away

The Backpack is mounted directly onto the power header of Metropolix and secured with a screw.

The USB port is extended and connected with an included cable.


Full Installation instructions in covered in the updated Metropolix 1.5 Manual.

NOTE: With the Backpack installed, you can not connect the GX expander"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

NerdSEQ Firmware V3.0 adds Video Synthesis!

video upload by XOR Electronics

"Oh yes! Another milestone coming to the NerdSEQ ecosystem: Video Synthesis!!
Again a massive update with the upcoming firmware V3.0!
The well known video expander gets shader functionality with plenty of integrated modulators to make your music and visual sequencing one!
The release date will be at the begin of June. Stay tuned for more info!
Come over to my booth at #superbooth next week and check it out!! Booth Z235
NerdSEQ - Not just a Tracker!

Groove Synthesis Teases Something New For SUPERBOOTH25

via Groove Synthesis

"Join us at @superbooth_berlin (May 8-10)! Meet founder Bob Coover, get hands-on with the 3rd Wave keyboard and desktop module, and geek out with the Groove Synthesis team at booth 0246.

We're passionate about building instruments that inspire creativity and push sonic boundaries. Come experience sound that is inspiring and in the “groove”.

Who knows? Maybe you’ll even see something brand new from us in Berlin…"

Futureretro SWYNX Available in Extremely Limited Quantities & Other Updates / Tariff News

via Futureretro

Futureretro Swynx available in super limited quantities ONLY through our online store.

Using recently found old stock parts, Futureretro has built and is offering the long out of production SWYNX in super limited quantities (less than 10 units available). These use the same chassis, circuit boards, and parts as the original run (knobs are slightly different) and serves as a test for a possible re-introduction of the unit into the Futureretro catalogue in the near future.

The Swynx is a sync box that converts incoming MIDI messages to MIDI clock, DIN sync, CR-78 clock, and Analog clocks. In addition, the Swynx provides the ability to swing the timing of all these clock outputs and select different time signatures in real-time with the front panel controls, and can also act as a CR-78 pattern programmer. After you try it in your setup, you will realize just what you've been missing. For instance, many DIN sync devices do not provide a built-in swing function. And many MIDI sequencers and drum machines suffer from poor implementation of swing, preventing changes to be made live, or only providing swing for 4/4 patterns. Quite a few MIDI sequencers don't offer any swing function, including our own 777 and Mobius products. Now you can apply swing to any MIDI sequencer, and select new time signatures as well Need to sync your analog sequencer or arpeggiator with MIDI gear? No problem! Not only can you do so, but now you can swing the timing of those devices as well. You can even use the analog clock output to Gate the envelopes in a synthesizer. The clock duty cycle is 50% of a note duration. If you are a Roland CR-78 owner, you may have realized finding a WS-1 or TS-1 to program the CR-78 is next to impossible. The Swynx can replicate the programming capabilities of these units, plus provide sync to MIDI, and realtime swing adjustment. The ability to add swing to the CR-78's preset patterns alone will breathe new life into this old friend. The Swing value is accurate to 0.5% providing much more control resolution than is typically found in sequencers and drum machines. The Swynx provides 12 different time signatures to choose from. Some time signatures are duplicate, but provide different shuffle patterns for that time signature. Time signatures include 9/8, 7/8, 6/8, 5/8, 2/4, 4/4, 8/4, 3/4, and 6/4. The Swynx is all about making the gear you have sound better!

Swynx Features
Converts MIDI messages to MIDI clock, DIN sync, CR-78 clock, and analog clock
Can be used as a CR-78 pattern programmer
Control over the swing amount
Swing - 50% - 75% (0.5% resolution)
Time-signatures include 9/8, 7/8, 6/8, 5/8, 2/4, 4/4, 8/4, 3/4, and 6/4

No more NEW Vectra units will be sent out to stores after this month.
We have a very small order to fill with one US Store that will be filled by the end of May. After that, we will be out of Vectra parts and do not plan on restocking the product. The build time and cost is too excessive for us to continue this unique product. If you are wanting a Vectra and have not yet ordered a unit, the time to get them is now. Please check with your favorite stores for availability.

The 777
Many have asked, many are waiting and wanting to know details. ALL we can say at this point is that this product has been sent back to engineering. The 777 project has been a major undertaking and while close, seemingly minor issues have been exaggerated by parts availability. We continue to work towards this goal but no further information is available.

Furthermore, NO NEW manufacturing can be put in place until tariff issues are worked out.

LARIX ELEKTRO Eurorack news for the Superbooth !

video upload by LARIX ELEKTRO

"Come and see the two new modules :
TIME: enhanced trig to gate (and more).
CANON: Yes, it's about the musical canon = delay for Gate and CV.

At Superbooth Berlin
Booth Z063"

Eurorack prototype for the Superbooth !

video upload by LARIX ELEKTRO

"Here a new module: the ORIGAMI
Synth voice around a VCO. Then all is about folding the triangle waveform.

See the prototype at Superbooth Berlin.
Booth Z063

(Based on the CEM3340 clone AS3340)"

Creating HUGE oscillator tones with OCCULT (+ Ouija & Wand) & the Nekyia Circuits Eurorack range

video upload by DivKid

"Here we have the 3 new Nekyia Circuits Eurorack modules - Occult, Ouija and Wand. We'll focus on the star of the show here, the TZFM, sub octave generating, Ian Fritz double pulser wave shaping and external crossfading oscillator OCCULT! However we use Wand to crossfade at audio rates into new tones and Ouija for some musical ring mod too.

It's been a pleasure to check out the existing modules and to use those alongside the new ones here. As always the focus is to provide ideas and techniques while demonstrating how things work. So I hope you can take some of the patches to try out.

Info, manuals etc // https://nekyiacircuits.com"

*TIMING INDEX // CHAPTERS*
00:00 Hello & patch previews
01:31 Occult feature run down
04:09 Wand & Ouija feature run down
05:35 Pulser harmonic shaping - big drones ahoy!
08:41 Aggressive Pulser harmonics
11:21 Expand your VCOs with OUIJA
14:48 Stereo PWM sub mega stacks
16:59 Crossfade your way to HUGE waveforms with Wand
20:35 Occult LFOs - sub audio modulated modulation
22:35 Diving into the CLANG! Exploring TZFM
24:56 Animated sub octave feedback TZFM
27:59 Soft sync & TZM - musical alternative tones
31:55 Occult Shaping - harmonics & fade
36:21 Creatively embed ambience in your oscillator
39:15 For the ULTRA SYNTH NERDS - Occult + Ouija F**K YEAH

Occult is an analogue TZFM Triangle-core VCO/LFO with a wide frequency range and unique waveshaping capabilities! It features nine simultaneously available wave outputs: Sine, Triangle, Square and Pulse, a PWM Saw, Sub -1 and Sub -2, plus the outputs of Shaper and an interesting Pulser waveshaper circuit. Pulser is a waveshaper based on the “double pulser” circuit by Ian Fritz, able to produce exotic, rich sounding waveforms. The Shaper section adds a crossfader which can mix between the normalized Sine wave or any other external input and the Pulser or the also includes a TZFM input with an attenuator control, capable of producing more musical and complex FM tones than for every parameter as well as FM options make Occult a very versatile oscillator for sonic exploration!

HiSwing Monome Norns Script

video upload by HANJŌ

"HiSwing is a dynamic and customizable pattern and groove MIDI generator for Monome Norns. Create evolving percussions, hi-hats, and basslines with shifting velocity, pattern length, and density.

A tool for planting seeds of rhythm: patterns that rustle, shimmer, drift, and anchor.

Latest updated script available in Maiden:
https://norns.community/Hiswing"