Pulsar Patch Zero

video upload by SONICrider "Sound & Vision Lab"

"A live studio Session.....
.....recorded in one go.....
.....playing the just landed Soma Pulsar 23.

This first patch is the exploration of the 3 sound sources and the on board effects & shaos, all modulated by the LFO.

Played manual, recorded rhythm and using some clock divisions,

Get your free copy here: https://sonicrider.bandcamp.com/

===== About 'Pulsar Patch Zero' =====

Last year I played the Soma Pulsar 23 for some hours at Superbooth and last week that fine instrument landed in the studio.

This release called 'Pulsar Patch Zero' is the first studio session and I like to share it with you.

At the moment planning some gigs so keep an eye on the SONICrider Instagram page: / sonicridernl

Have fun listening (and watching) 'Pulsar Patch Zero'

Take care and see you around.

Cheers, SONICrider"

SOMA Laboratory and The Midium announce PULSAR-23 1984 Edition

Press release follows:

SOMA LABORATORY AND THE MIDIUM® COLLABORATE ON LIMITED EDITION PULSAR-23

New circuits and custom aesthetic introduced, marking first SOMA partnership with US-based engineers STEVENSON RANCH, CALIFORNIA––23 JANUARY 2026––Local online family-run-and-operated synth shop and boutique, The Midium, collaborates with SOMA Laboratory to introduce the SOMA Laboratory PULSAR-23 1984 Edition. New bass drum and bass synth circuitry expand the current PULSAR-23 four-voice drum machine and synthesizer’s functionality, while a custom polished-steel chassis and red LED scheme accompany an all-black carrying case, red-white-and-black alligator clips, and typewritten certificate of authenticity.

“The SOMA Laboratory PULSAR-23 1984 Edition is a marriage of parallel ideas. While having aconversation with SOMA Laboratory US’s Kevin Flynn in early 2025, we forged the concept for a 1984-inspired aesthetic born from the times in which we live, as well as some well-known works of fiction we both enjoy,” says Cami Bitar, who owns and operates The Midium with their wife Erin Bitar and 4-year-old daughter Melody Nightingale Wednesday Bitar. “During that conversation, we decided that a polished-steel chassis and red LEDs would also give the PULSAR-23 1984 Edition an intensely industrial feel as seen in certain sci-fi movies of the 1980s. After its aesthetics were set, Kevin mentioned that he and Noah Jolly of Ground Grown Circuits had been developing prototypes for experimental boards for the PULSAR-23 synthesizer and drum machine. That’s precisely when the ‘1984 Edition’ looked like the perfect platform for their new circuitry. To complete the story and bring the ‘1984’ inspiration full circle, we saw that a stark black case and typewritten certificate of authenticity would round out the idea. Finally, having decided that we would work on this together, it was determined that The Midium and SOMA Laboratory would be the only authorized sellers of the PULSAR-23 1984 Edition.” Bitar adds that only 84 units will be made for the US market, according to SOMA Laboratory.

Kevin Flynn, who heads the SOMA Laboratory US Division, gets into the details. “The SOMA Laboratory PULSAR-23 1984 Edition marks the first time that the company has partnered with US-based engineers. Noah Jolly and I developed new circuit boards for the bass drum and bass synth modules onboard the PULSAR-23 in order to see how far we can push the PULSAR-23 platform.”

Flynn explains what makes the SOMA Laboratory PULSAR-23 1984 Edition’s sound and timbre unique.

“For instance, the bass drum on the PULSAR-23 1984 Edition introduces an oscillator design that produces an asymmetrically clipped triangle wave that can be driven to the point of becoming a square wave, which makes for a more aggressive and harder-hitting bass drum which is perfect for techno and other musical styles. The bass drum on the PULSAR-23 1984 Edition’s tuning range is now also wider than before, which also adds to its flexibility in use, and the “OMG” pin is now an AC-coupled FM input that enhances the bass drum’s sound design potential.” He ends by saying of the second modified module in the PULSAR-23 1984 Edition, the bass module, that it “now features a new filter inspired by the Polivoks, which is a classic analog synth made in the Soviet Union during the 1980s. That’s a key part of the ‘1984’ concept, and the bass module’s new filter has a similarly aggressive nature.”

The SOMA Laboratory PULSAR-23 1984 Edition is available now exclusively at TheMidium.com and EarwormLLC.com.

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The Birth of Enigma (Prototype demo, SOMA Labs)

video upload by SOMA Laboratory

"We are drawing back the veil on what is now unfolding within our laboratory :)"

"ENIGMA is an innovative synthesizer fully controlled by the position and movement of metallic objects.
Through a unique interface developed by SOMA, every metal object placed on the surface is transformed into sound."

https://somasynths.com/enigma/

SOMA Laboratory Terra Synth Demos by Tatsuhiko iino

video uploads by Tatsuhiko iino

#synthesizer #terra #somalaboratory #somalaboratory #terra #synthesizer

SOMA Laboratory Pulsar-23 Semi-Modular Drum Machine (White)

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via this listing

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3am - cirkle k #modularsynth

video upload by justin3am

"Just messing around with some synths, drum machines and effects.

Cirklon is sequencing the MFB Tanzmaus, and three voices on the modular synth. SOMA Warp is punishing the drums."

molecular — slow internal systems

video upload by SOUNDS OF SYNTH

"Sequential PRO 3 and Soma Cosmos

This track sits in the realm of experimental and minimal ambient music, influenced by abstract electronics, and slow-moving sound design. Best experienced with headphones or in a focused listening environment.

🔬 Playlist: Substrate Studies
🌲 Related ambient series: Forest Signals (organic / environmental ambient)

If you enjoy experimental ambient, minimal electronic music, or abstract soundscapes, this piece may resonate with you.

My Music
https://richarddanielsnell.bandcamp.com/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/146Gv..."

Soma Messeiver - Shortwave based ambiant musical instrument

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via this eBay listing

You can find a demo previously posted here.

"From the SOMA website:

MESSEIVER is an irrational device for exploring the world of primal, wild radio reception – the way it was first experienced by the pioneers of radiocommunication.

MESSEIVER – is a shortwave receiver that is capable of receiving different stations from all around the Earth. Its peculiarity is that it doesn’t have the classic input tuning circuit, which lets you select a single station. Instead, it captures a big part of radio ether as it is. This way you can listen to many radio stations at once from around the globe. The set of stations that you can hear, their loudness and sound are defined by numbers of constantly changing global natural parameters. Weather, solar activity, cosmic particles, clouds and dozens of other phenomena define radio waves propagation, turning the world into a global DJ that makes a unique mix of radio stations here and now, exclusively for you. More details you can find in the manual and demo video.

MESSEIVER has a luxury vintage handmade build with brass inlay, wide range old school speaker, custom coil, NOS germanium diodes, vintage neon bulb and other things which make the impression and vibes of it unique."

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Best Music Gear of 2025: Artist + Creator Picks - Perfect Circuit

video upload by Perfect Circuit

"2025 is drawing to a close, so we returned to a time-honored tradition: we asked some of our pals + some of our favorite artists/content creators to tell us about THEIR favorite gear acquisition of the year. We heard about new Make Noise modules, Elektron's fresh takes on sampling, and even about — gasp! — an AUDIO INTERFACE!

Just some fun times talkin' about fun gear :)

Scope it out and read all about the gear in question on our blog, Signal.

Special thanks to all of our pals — links & timestamps below:
0:05 ‪@sarahbellereid‬ & the Make Noise PoliMaths
2:50 ‪@soffter‬ & the BASTL Citadel Wave Bard
5:24 ‪@AudioPilz‬ & the SSL18
7:37 ‪@MidlifeSynthesist‬ & the Akai MPC Live III
10:49 ‪@SONWU‬ & the Ableton Move
13:50 ‪@BennJordan‬ & the SOMA Terra
16:43 ‪@JorbLovesGear‬ & the Michigan Synth Works MSW-810
18:51 ‪@EZBOT_‬ & the Elektron Tonverk


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Perfect Circuit is an independent electronic instrument shop with an online store at https://www.perfectcircuit.com/ and a Burbank, California showroom at 2405 Empire Ave. We're open seven days a week, 12-8 PM, and our entire inventory is available to try out in person. Get your hands on the most excellent analog and digital synthesizers, effect pedals, Eurorack modular synths, drum machines, recording gear, and more!

Learn about electronic music, techniques, and gear on our blog, Signal: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal"

[12 months later] The table of Zviij (II)

video upload by zviij

Part 1 here

"A year after shooting "The table of Zviij", film maker Julien Smith returns for a two-day session and captures a series of close-ups from short improvisations on Zviij's custom-made electroacoustic table. Filmed in November 2025.

Feat. Zviij Franck Smith (electroacoustic manœuvres), a wood board, contact microphones, springs, rubber bands, metal tines, marbles, motors, music boxes...

Thanks to Soma Laboratory (enner), Koma Elektronik (field kit, gate delay), Moog (low pass filter, mf ring), Landscape fm (stereofield, tape transport), Vongon Electronics (paragraphs, polyphrase, ultrasheer), Oto Machines (biscuit), Bastl Instruments (thyme), Gamechanger Audio (plus pedal), Fairfield Circuitry (long life, randy's revenge, 20% more), Syro Instruments (diddley bow), Haken Audio (continuum mini)."

SOMA LABORATORY COSMOS DRIFTING MEMORY STATION DELAY PROCESSOR (ORANGE)

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Röntgen & Cosmos

video upload by tilde~instruments

"The Cosmos is connected to the Röntgen insert. It is therefore positioned before the Röntgen delay. The Golden Reverberator is positioned at the end of the chain.

Headphones are recommended.

Röntgen is made to order.
If you are interested, you can find my email address in the link tree.
https://linktr.ee/tilde_instruments"

FLUX Breakout Box (SOMA Labs demo)

video upload by SOMA Laboratory



via SOMA Labs

The Breakout Box is a portable standalone module that operates in two modes:

With FLUX — enables using FLUX as a controller for external hardware via CV or MIDI/MPE.

As a MIDI-to-CV converter — compatible with any DAW or sequencer that supports MIDI CC messages.

In both modes, the Breakout Box is connected to a host device and powered via USB-C.

The Breakout Box is housed in a compact metal enclosure with dimensions 140×45×34 mm.

The front panel and internal construction are designed to allow mounting as a 6HP Eurorack module.

When installed in a Eurorack system, it does not require an internal power supply and is powered through the USB port.

When used with FLUX, the Breakout Box provides access to all key FLUX parameters as CV and MIDI outputs, including:

Pitch and velocity (monophonic and duophonic modes),

6 bipolar CV outputs from the timbral keyboard (interpreted either as independent sensors or as 3D XYZ data),

Tilt CV output.

When used as a MIDI-to-CV converter, it supports control via standard MIDI or MPE, and CC messages.

CV outputs can be mapped according to user-defined settings, which can be configured via a PC and stored in the Breakout Box’s non-volatile memory."

SAMHAIN /// Röntgen Mousse Pulsar23 DFAM

video upload by Somnambule




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– When the Veil Lifts…

On this night between the worlds,
the Earth calls us together.

Fire, wind, water, and heart
beat in the same rhythm —
a circle of sound, transformation, and connection.

Let us remember
that compassion is stronger than fear,
and every light we share
brightens the darkness.

My new jam for Samhain
A track for unity, change,
and the magic of togetherness.


Best sound with headphones!🎧

WARP - Part 4. With CV (SOMA labs demo, no talk)

video upload by SOMA Laboratory

00:00 HPF LPF Terra
00:52 FLANGER Terra
01:37 HPF LPF Bass
02:18 WAVEFOLDER Lyra-8
03:23 MB DRIVE Pulsar-23
04:25 FLANGER Pulsar-23
05:22 WAVEFOLDER Pulsar-23
06:48 LUSH Pulsar-23

Sanjay C went to the SYNTH EXPO...these BLEW him away!

video upload by Sanjay C

"🚀 Free Guide: Improve Your Studio Today — https://www.sanjayc.com/free
I went to Synth Expo 2025 and got hands-on with some of the most exciting new gear on the floor, including the Sequential Fourm and Soma Labs Flux. In this video, I’ll show you standout finds from brands like Roland (TR-1000), Kurzweil (K2061), Landscape Synths, Synclavier, Arturia, Daydreamer Synth, Novation (Launch Control XL), Bored Brain, Synth Rise, Groove Synthesis, Entropy & Sons, 1010 Music, Vermona, and Copper & Cedar (ProxiMIDI). From experimental designs to modern classics, this was a synth lover’s dream — and I’ve got the highlights right here.

#MusicStudio #MusicProduction #SanjayC

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Timestamps
0:00 Sequential
0:31 Roland
1:03 Torso
2:23 Kurzweil
2:45 Landscape
3:23 Synclavier
4:31 Arturia
5:52 Soma Labs
6:35 Daydreamer Synth
7:10 Novation
8:19 Bored Brain
8:43 Synth Rise
9:18 Entropy & Sons
9:48 1010Music
10:36 Vermona
11:01 Copper & Cedar"

WARP - Part 2. Spatial effects (SOMA labs demo, no talk)

video upload by SOMA Laboratory

00:00 INFINITY REVERB Terra
02:14 INFINITY REVERB Pulsar-23
03:15 LUSH REVERB Terra
06:27 LUSH REVERB Pulsar-23
09:07 GENERATIVE REVERB Terra
11:58 GENERATIVE REVERB Pulsar-23
14:23 GRANULAR SHIMMER Terra
17:49 GRANULAR SHIMMER Pulsar-23
19:16 GRANULAR REVERB Terra
22:15 GRANULAR REVERB Pulsar-23
25:02 LO-FI DELAY Terra
28:16 LO-FI DELAY Pulsar-23
31:25 MICRO LOOPS Terra
34:07 MICRO LOOPS Pulsar-23
35:01 MICRO LOOPS REVERB Terra

SOMA WARP - Part 1. Master effects (SOMA labs demo, no talk)

video upload by SOMA Laboratory

00:00 PUMP loops
02:15 PUMP Pulsar-23
03:16 MULTIBAND DISTORTION loops
04:30 Pulsar-23
05:42 HPF LPF
07:47 WAVEFOLDER Pulsar-23
09:42 WAVEFOLDER Terra



WARP is a high-quality multi-purpose audio processing unit, able to add might and magic to almost any instrument. It contains 15 different effects that can be divided into three types:

Spatial effects — ranging from traditional reverbs to granular, experimental algorithms, with pitch-shifting, reverse and micro-loops. Most of the spatial effects feature extremely long decay times, all the way to infinity. With feedback ratios above 1 you can drive the algorithm into self-oscillation for creating endless, rich, lively soundscapes out of almost any sound. To keep the sound under control with reasonable headroom and tonal aesthetic, all the generative algorithms include dedicated modules to automatically control sound levels.
Special effects — such as flanger, sample rate/bit reduction, vintage tape simulation. All special effects include unusual functions giving them a unique SOMA flavor.
Dynamic effects and filters — compressors, distortions, filters. All the effects in this category can be applied to submixes, e.g. a rhythm section group, or even to the whole mix – so one can conventionally call them master effects. All the effects in this category also have their unique extended features, SOMA-style.
All of that makes WARP a great unit for spatial processing of any acoustic or electronic instruments — guitar, vocals, strings, synthesizers etc., — as well as processing drums or complete mixes. WARP uses top-class audio chains and AD/DA-converters, same as those found in the best professional audio-interfaces made by APOGEE, FOCUSRITE, LEXICON, ECHOAUDIO, LINE 6, NOVATION. This prevents sound deterioration, even in such demanding situations as processing a complete mix. WARP has stereo inputs and outputs, compatible with both balanced and non-balanced connections. All of the sound processing is digital, including the MIX control. The AD/DA resolution is 24bit/48KHz. The internal digital processing resolution is 32bit IEEE.

WARP has a simple, intuitive interface, with instant direct access to all functions — perfect for playing live. Every processing parameter has a dedicated CV input, controllable via Eurorack systems and any CV source.

Soma Laboratory Documentary | Voltage Labs

video upload by Voltage Labs

"SOMA Laboratory creates instruments that don’t just make sounds - they start a dialogue. From the Lyra-8 to the Pulsar-23, Vlad Kreimer’s philosophy of 'romantic engineering' challenges convention, inviting chaos, unpredictability, and a deeper human connection with machines."

Dawn // Chill-out Ambient music and a morning walk with my dog

video upload by SOUNDS OF SYNTH

"HI all

Chill-out jam weekend. I hope you get the chilled vibes from this one.

The video was recorded this morning on my morning walk up a lane in Belper, Derbyshire with my Jack Russell, Kylo.

As always, PEACE ALL

Equipment Used
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Moog Matriach - Arp
Sequential PRO 3 - Lead and Bass
Analog Keys - Strings
Soma Cosmos"