"Superbooth is around the corner and I’m happy to finally unveil the prototype we’re going to show this year.
The Queen’s Court is a new kind of stereo matrix mixer, combining a fully analog signal path with deep digital control — and removing the need for external modulation. Designed for performance as much as for studio work, it brings hands-on control, internal modulation, and preset morphing into a single, cohesive instrument.
At its core, The Queen’s Court offers 4 stereo inputs (configurable as stereo or dual mono), 3 auxiliary stereo inputs, and 4 stereo outputs — all freely routable within a flexible matrix and it embeds modulation directly into the routing structure.
The Queen’s Court integrates 36 internal modulators directly into the matrix.
Per-input panning with LFO-based autopanning Per-routing-point bipolar envelopes, triggerable via CV or extracted from audio signals Integrated LFOs on each routing point, with sine and random waveforms, clock-syncable This enables advanced behaviors such as internal sidechaining, dynamic routing, and animated spatial movement — without relying on external modules.
Designed with an open-ended philosophy, The Queen’s Court can function as:
a self-contained matrix mixer a performance mixer a feedback processor a routing hub for audio and CV Oh and the system can also be expanded with up to two expanders, increasing the total to: 8 stereo inputs 5 auxiliary stereo inputs 4 outputs 8 CV inputs"
"In this new series I want to focus on cool sounds without immediately revealing which modules are used. The principle is simple, if you don't like how a module sounds, change something until you do. Back in the 1970's, a Serge panel could do anything - and you'd need to figure out how. Just think of Maths versus a dedicated Envelope Generator or LFO. A swiss army knife versus a specialized screwdriver for a specific kind of screw. The module in this episode feels like one of those screwdrivers and my goal is to explore such a module until it becomes multi functional. It's often not about the gear, everything's been done before. It's about using your modular lego bricks and build something you'd have weeks or months of fun with.
Even though the series is called Analog Anonymous, inspired by the AA and solving bad habits, it can include both analog and digital gear. In this series, 'analog' means 'analogue to air pressure'. Whatever you're using, your ears are always analog. In modular synthesis, your patch is not intended to be sober. We need to be intoxicated by sound while being in the Zone. Very healthy, very Zen. I talk too much. Have fun!"
"Union Audio is releasing a brand new mixer soon. Come check it out at Superbooth 2026!
Fully Analog, 6 mono/stereo channels
Perfect for live perfomance
Both Eurorack compatible & standalone
Beautiful resonant master filter (HP/LP) with drive, aux send and CV control
Channels can be individually routed through filter
Master compressor with special features
2x mono aux send and 2x stereo return
Master insert
Level, aux, pan CV
Tilt EQ
Cue & Mute system
And as expected: incredible summing and overal sound.
Release date tbh !"
"Fractalist excels in the lower frequency range.
Here, two of them are used in the evolving composition, where each module generates a rhythmic part.
While in the usual oscillator range Warp is used for timbral changes, here it is used for pattern exploration.
Slight movement leads to audible changes, and if you keep going, you will end up with something different.
Sound is captured raw, without any effects. Two audio tracks are panned slightly to the left and right to help distinguish one module from another (headphones recommended!)."
"I make One Take Sound Recordings with Live-performed Eurorack Modular Synthesizer Modules. The Goal is to make Complex Sound, as far away as possible from Gridmusic from DAWs."
Future Sound Systems ENV1 CFG Percussion Demo
video upload by Future Sound Systems
Additional demos below.
"What happens if we pair an ENV1 Cyclical Function Generator module with our FIL4 Timbral Sculptor, the super-flexible Westlicht Performer sequencer and a slinky Eventide Space reverb? Watch this video and find out - it's a ton of fun.
2:17 - a basic kick
4:13 - using the Loop input
5:30 - extra modulation from the CFG
6:22 - modulating the modulation
7:48 - wavefolding the kick
8:54 - more sequencing
"A Shortcut for Atmospheric Processing
Iroi is a compact, 18 HP stereo effects powerhouse designed to turn any external signal into a deep, evolving soundscape. It inherits the sophisticated processing chain of its predecessor, Oneiroi. Combines a unique signal chain composed of a multimode filter, a VCA, a unique character resonator, a versatile delay, and an experimental Reverb. The filter - VCA act like a block that can be placed at any point on the signal chain"
Atmospheric FX Processing in Eurorack // IROI from BEFACO
"Here's Iroi from Befaco, which is the right hand side of Oneiroi standing alone at 18HP as a stereo atmospheric sound FX processor for Eurorack. There's improvements made and more processing headroom with Iroi and it offers stereo multimode filter, 3 band resonator, 2 tape delay and ambience reverb and reverse FX. Lots of CV, on board modulation and randomisation."
Press release follows:
"BEFACO's NEW MODULE: IROI
The Oneiroi, in Greek mythology, were dark-winged spirits of the night who emerged to bring dreams and nightmares to mortals. Our ambient synthesizer, Oneiroi, takes its name from them, evoking that shifting, dreamlike realm of sound.
IROI is derived from 'Oneiroi' and carries that same essence forward, distilling it into something more compact and open to external signals, while preserving its cinematic feel that connects us to the world of dreams and the unknown.
What is IROI?
IROI is a stereo effects module based on the right half of the original Oneiroi. It applies Oneiroi’s sonic character to external sources in a more compact format, while incorporating subtle improvements developed throughout the Oneiroi project. Designed to shape, transform, and immerse sound, Iroi carries forward the dreamlike essence of its predecessor into a dedicated effects processor.
Audio Core: Powered by OWL mk3, featuring 24-bit 48 kHz stereo audio resolution (with 32-bit internal processing) and a full stereo signal path.
Filter: Multimode filter offering low-pass, band-pass, high-pass, and comb filtering, with flexible positioning within the effects chain.
Digital VCA.
Resonator: Three-band resonator with dedicated tune and feedback controls.
Delay: Two-tap echo (delay) with adjustable time and density.
Reverb: Comprehensive reverb effect with macro control over size, filtering, and direction.
Modulation: Various types of self-modulation, offering configurable routing and control over level and speed.
Control Voltage (CV): CV inputs for all primary parameters. Four of these inputs are dynamically assignable to secondary parameters.
Synchronization: External sync input supports clock speeds from 30 BPM to 300 BPM.
Randomization: Powerful randomizer with a flexible mapping system, including undo/redo functionality.
IROI is set to be released on April 30th, 2026 and the launching price will be 275€ (assembled version) and 210€ (DIY Kit).
Find us at Superbooth 2026, in BoothZ180 to see IROI live and take a peek at our upcoming products, we're pretty sure you'll love them."
"Here I'm showing how to use the Facehugger Clock Sync expander and two Facehugger control modules to shift an entire pattern of notes up or down in frequency.
Recorded using cell phone because I'm still getting my shop set up."
"A good ol' filter demo like it's 2008, except it's '26! Thonk's Double Bubble is a stereo Prophet 5-style "2040" DIY-kit filter (and VCO!) with crossmod and feedback capabilities that can make it go from classic to nuts.
Thonk hired me to demo this module in a video. Thanks Thonk! This thing really is a beaut (and their VCO is really good, myself and Divkid were playing with one the other day and it tracked the best part of 10 octaves)."
"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
Update:
Diving deep into Clock Bender, a novel trigger generator from ADDAC System
"In this video, we'll be diving deep into Clock Bender, a new Eurorack module from ADDAC System that generates constantly changing trigger patterns from an input clock signal."
"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"
"Two Drum Farm modules featuring the "numbers" utility sound used for identifying sample slots. We are taken on a four minute sonic journey into electro breakbeats showcasing some of the live generated Drum Farm sounds like the Super Clap , some real-time effects, and some sequenced sample playback using modulated voltages coming from Pam's - counting out the samples 1-2-3 and 4."
Check out Zero's DAWless sketchbook-style workflow. Bring your DAWless recording setup anywhere, and use Zero to play, record and manipulate audio anytime inspiration strikes.
Watch Zero doing some recording, some beatgrid syncing, and some PPQN clock output, mixing with a Roland CR-78, the Korg Phase 8, Roland P-6, Noise Engineering's Basimilus Iteritas Alter, Intelijel Steppy, and Doepfer Wasp.
"During Synthfest 2026, I gave a presentation of my latest modules, then an improvisation.
The video is already online here: [embed below]
And I take this opportunity to thank the wonderful team of @SynthFestFrance once again !
Of course, I am not happy with my performance. But how could it be otherwise: thinking demo and then music, anyway... But in the end, upon re-listening, it's not so catastrophic.
Here is another attempt, not necessarily better by the way, but which also features the latest version of the ORIGAMI prototype, and the MACRO modules.
The patch is almost identical, with the ORIGAMI entering in stereo into the UNDULA, serving here as a filter.
The result is a drone evolving very gradually. Sub to noise.
No added FX, and barely any processing for the YouTube upload. Listenable on headphones for the stereo and the sub-bass ;)
Special thanks to the airplane that made repeated flyovers above me at the beginning of the recording !"
