Eurorack: Arbhar's Dark Dream

video upload by lucafrancinimusic

"A semi-generative ambient composition featuring Instruo Arbhar.
I've filled its buffers with a few short phrases played by guitar, glockenspiel, voice, cello, synth pad; I've pitched everything down and then I let it play with the help of an LFO from Ornament & Crime which scans the buffers and Qu-Bit Nautilus delay."

DivSkip in a tiny case: Minimal Setup

video upload by Making Sound Machines

"We thought we'd try and built the smallest viable setup using DivSkip, our collaboration with @DivKid. So we set out to collect a couple of modules that pair great with #DivSkip in a tiny 48HP @4msCompany pod. It turned out really fun!

The Clock input is generated using Music Thing Modular's insanely practical startup module. Here it's used to output sixteenth note triggers.
DivSkip's channel 1 is set to play a modbap pattern on Out A and B, going to kick and snare on @VladimirPantelic's awesome VPME QD quad drum voice.
DivSkip's channel 2 is set to offbeats, triggering @TimoRozendal's super cool FMP drum. It's a fantastic DIY module using the @YamahaSynthsOfficial YM2413 FM chip - you need to check it out.

The Gliss module from @BelaPlatform plays back a looping CV recording, changing both the sound parameters on FMP and the pattern on DivSkip's channel 4, which in turn is generating a grooving syncopated sixteenth note sequence.

Finally, DivSkip's channel 4 sends a pattern from its Euclidean Split mode to the Karplus-Strong generator on the QD Drum.

Enrica mutes and unmutes each channel on the fly with a click of the push potentiometer.

DIY Kits will restock shortly at @thonksynth (UK), @explodingshed (EU) and @nightlife_electronics (CAN - DIY and built)
Built modules are available at @signal_sounds (UK), @perfect_circuit (US), @elevatorsoundbristol (UK), @elevatorsound_eu (EU) and #schneidersladen (EU)"

Sunday Morning Drone ~ Make Noise System

video upload by Ebotronix

Make Noise System
Contour, 2x Erbe Verb, Function, LXD, 2x Maths V1, Maths V2,
2x Mimeophone, 2x MMG, 4x Moddemix, Morphagene , Mysteron,
2x Optomix, 2x Pressure Points / Brains, 2x QMMG v1 & v 2, QPAS,
Rene , RXMX, Spectraphone, 5x STO, 2x Telharmonic (Shepard Generator) ,
Tempi, 5 x Xpan, XPO, 2x Wiard Wogglebug!
the others:
Tunefish Modular 2x Ornament and Crime with Phaserville
Temps Util, µYarns.
4ms Peg
Erica Synths Drums ( Rim Shot )
Doeofer R2m , A 156.
Befaco Stereo Mixer,
XAOC 3x Batumi
ARC Serge TKB
Flame 2x Q Slider
Soundmachines SY 1 Synesthesia CV to DMX Light Converter
ATO Faderbank 16 n
Strymon Big Sky MX
21.09.2024
video # 2421

Planet ϘμμΓ

video upload by Ebotronix

Update: Planet Ϙ Harmonic Minor Scale video added below.

Make Noise QMMG V2 Bhairavi Scale
Make Noise System
Contour, 2x Erbe Verb, Function, LXD, 2x Maths V1, Maths V2,
2x Mimeophone, 2x MMG, 4x Moddemix, Morphagene , Mysteron,
2x Optomix, 2x Pressure Points / Brains, 2x QMMG v1 & v 2, QPAS,
Rene , RXMX, Spectraphone, 5x STO, 2x Telharmonic (Shepard Generator) ,
Tempi, 5 x Xpan, XPO, 2x Wiard Wogglebug!
the others:
Tunefish Modular 2x Ornament and Crime with Phaserville (Bhairav Scale)
Temps Util, µYarns.
4ms Peg
Erica Synths Drums ( Rim Shot )
Doeofer R2m , A 156.
Befaco Stereo Mixer,
XAOC 3x Batumi
ARC Serge TKB
Flame 2x Q Slider
Soundmachines SY 1 Synesthesia CV to DMX Light Converter
ATO Faderbank 16 n
Strymon Big Sky MX
21.09.2024
video # 2420

Planet Ϙ


"Make Noise QMMG V2 Harmonic Minor Scale"

System 55 Example Patches from the Quick Start Guide Pt 1

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"Buy Me a Patch Cable https://buymeacoffee.com/ozhalljr

This video is Part 1 of a two part series. This series picks up where my 'System 55 Patching for Absolute Beginners' video [posted here] left off. The Behringer Quick Start Guide has six example patches. In this video, we create those patches and make observations about what's common to them and what is different.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
0:57 - Behringer Quick Start Guide
1:37 - Space Rock
5:44 - Expressive Lead #1
13:32 - Percussive Lead
16:05 - Part 1 Conclusion"

Quad Version Turmoil by Nervous Squirrel

See this post for additional details.

SCJS #25 PLAITS:CHAOS II

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Small Case Jam Sessions #25
Chaotic system based on four lfo + S&H driving mad Plaits!
4U 50hp recorded live into Syntakt reverb and delay

00:00 1rst movement
04:04 2nd movement
08:57 3rd movement"

Music Box Ambient Modular Music

video upload by Mega Modularis

"Hello there! And welcome back to another video, you seemed to enjoy the Wine Glass series I made recently, and I had a lot of fun making it, so in a similar vein we have this video— Music Box Modular!

In this one I make some lovely ambient music using recordings from an old music box I found, I then ran those recordings into the synth, via the ​⁠‪@MAKEN0ISEMUSIC‬ Morphagene and began experimenting.

I can’t place the original tune, so if you know it, let me know! Anyway, as always, please sit back and enjoy!

MM."

Erica Synths Resonant Filter Bank sound demo (part 2)

video upload by Erica Synths

"Graphic Resonant Filterbank (FB) is a ten-band analogue filterbank with digital control over each bands boost or cut. Each band can be controlled individually via CV or manually, while complex control configurations turn the filterbank into an unconventional multimode filter and even an instrument in its own right when played with various resonance settings. The Expander module provides hands-on adjustment of boost and cut for all bands.

Timeline:
00:00 - Patch 1 / LXR Drum module through the Resonant FB which is sent through the Black Stereo reverb modulated with Modulator
00:40 - Patch 2 / VCNO Tear noise to the Audio in of the Resonant FB which is self oscillating and kodulated with the Octasource
01:21 - Patch 3 / Drum loop through the Resonant FB in Dynamic EQ mode
02:01 - Patch 4 / Graphic VCO in Wavetable mode through the Resonant FB in VCF mode
02:41 - Patch 5 / Graphic VCO in Drum mode through the Resonant FB
03:15 - Patch 6 / Drum loop through the Resonant FB in Clock mode
03:57 - Patch 1 B / LXR Drum module (with a a different kit loaded) through the Resonant FB which is sent through the Black Stereo reverb"

From Japan to Your Rack : #3 centrevillage CosmosQuencer +GATEM +ECQ|Japan's eurorack modular

video upload by HAGIWO

"Introduction to a modular synthesizer made by a Japanese garage manufacturer.

centrevillage https://centrevillage.stores.jp/

The modules from Centrevillage incorporate many useful features into a small size, and they're also affordable. Although the small size makes operation a bit tricky, the effective use of LED indicators ensures good visibility, which I like.

Cosmos Quencer : make melody line GATEM : make3ch euclidean rhythm for percussion ECQ : euclidean rhythm for bass CLKM : master clock"

See the Centrevillage label below for additional posts.

Zlob Modular MinEQ

video uploads by Żłob Modular

"Triangle wave in showing the boosting and cutting of the 3 bands then exploring the harmonic characteristics of each band with the feedback switch engaged.

available as a DIY kit, pcb/panel, or fully built - zlobmodular.com"

VERMONA eurorack Session With BASS-DRUM Modules & mode

video upload by vermonagear

"Here is our Eurorack demo setup for @RomaModulare. The Italian modular and synth event takes place on September 27th and 28th.

Here is a patch we made with the 2 × 104 HP modular system. We installed two of the upcoming BASS-DRUM modules as well as meloDICER for melody generation and fourMULATOR and randomRHYTHM for modulation and rhythm parts.
There’s also a uniCYCLE oscillator, a twinVCFilter and a twinVCAmp for creating bass lines.

Enjoy this little performance and if you’re in Rome, don’t hesitate to stop by at Roma Modulare and say hello. We are looking forward to beautiful soundscapes, great conversations, meeting old friends and making new ones!

Your VERMONA crew from the
Elektroakustischen Manufaktur, Erlbach

- Information about the ROMA MODULARE synth event: https://www.romamodulare.it"

Exploring the Mutable Rings Reverb Patch

video upload by Travis Kennedy

"Rings is still one of the most well known modules in all of Eurorack. The problem: I don’t think enough people are exploring its resonator audio input. This input opens up a world of processing options, including using Rings like a reverb. Or a delay. Or even a flanger.

Here is my attempt at giving people a different patch to try with Rings.

Basic Rings Reverb Patch:
Send sound sources to Rings input (use it like a send effect)
Frequency at minimum
Damping from 4-5 o’clock (max out for “infinite” reverb)
Structure, brightness, and position to taste (I like to start at noon)
Treat the even and odd outputs like a stereo output

This video is not intended to be a guide. It’s more of a patch exploration with a few small bits of wisdom that I feel are worth sharing scattered throughout.

Do I think Rings is worthy of being the only reverb in a system? No.

But this patch does get new sounds out of a module that many people have already. And it sounds cool, especially in a sparse mix."

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:12 Basic Patch Setup
0:30 Sound Example 1
2:35 Tip 1 Strum In Dummy Cable
2:46 Tip 2 Negative Offset to Frequency In
3:15 Sound Example 2
4:30 Sound Example 3
5:33 Tip 3 Brightness CV for Accent Control
5:45 Sound Example 3
7:04 Sound Example 4
8:23 Tip 4 Western Chords Mode
8:35 Sound Example 5
9:35 Tip 5 Modal Synthesis Mode
9:49 Sound Example 6
10:30 Sound Example 7
11:06 Sound Example 8
13:03 Sound Example 9

Meet DivSkip! A new multimode rhythmic powerhouse from DivKid & Making Sound Machines

video upload by DivKid

"It's my absolutely pleasure to introduce you to DivSkip! An 8 mode, trigger conditioning workhorse for playability, musicality and utility.

DivSkip is a 4 channel trigger and gate processor with multiple modes, dual outputs per channel, performance mute groups and alternate gate mode. Plug in triggers or gates from a clock, logic module or sequencer and generate new rhythms and variations.

DivSkip has 8 modes including Bernoulli Gates, Clock Division, Turing, Euclidean Split, Euclidean Classic, Ramp / Gate Length, Retrigger and Pattern. All provided musical performative rhythms for your modular system.

FEATURES
• 4 Channels of Triggers or Gates
• push-to-mute
• 8 modes per Channel
• LED rings for visualization

SPECS
• 8hp width
• Current draw +12V 45mA & -12V 15mA
• Depth 35mm"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.


video upload by Making Sound Machines

"DivSkip is a four channel trigger / gate processor for Eurorack. Eight modes on four independent channels make this 8HP module a Swiss Army Knife to chain behind clock utilities, trigger sequencers, and logic modules. Each channel can be muted and unmuted with a click of the push potentiometer.

In this patch, Enrica is using Bernoulli mode, adding weighted probability to a swung pattern generated with Stolperbeats. An incoming sixteenth note trigger is randomly sent to either Out A or B, with the position of the potentiometer determining whether an open or closed hihat is more likely to play. This allows her to generate lively rhythmic variation on the fly.

For the cymbal sound, the same mode is patched to set whether the sound is likely to play or not. A simple trigger on the upbeats is transformed into a burst and sent to the Snare module, using #DivSkip in Retrigger mode on channel 4.

All drum sounds are played with ‪@patchingpanda‬'s line of drum modules, with BD-Z on Kick, Hatz on Hihats, Punch and Shuby on Snare and NVHS on cymbals. The chords are played on the ‪@WeAreElektron‬ modelcycles, with all voices set to the same mode."

"Alfa Waves" Brainwaves controlling the AlfaVox System A1905👌🏽

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"Teaser of a new track using brainwaves via the Soundmachines BI1 to control the AlfaVox System A1905 analog/modular synthesizer 🧠🎛️🌊✨

Headphones or loudspeakers suggested!

Performance and recording by Stephano Gavilanes
© Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved."

Mandrake - Kick Drum Synthesizer by Malstrom

video upload by MATTHS

"A kick drum lays down the foundation of your track, the root of your beat. You need the low end to create a pumping motion and the high end to cut through the mix. All this while maintaining spectral room for other sounds. So it can be quite an undertaking to get right.

Which is why we developed Mandrake. A kick drum synthesizer that targets kick drum sounds for Dance, House and Techno music. Inspired by physical models, DAW drum synthesis and sound mixing techniques. It divides the sound into a 'Hit' and 'Body', with sound shaping possibilities for both sections.

Mandrake is not another 808 or 909 clone; its analog circuitry is entirely built from scratch to create an original sound. Also nothing more than a great kick; ranges to get into detail, and useful kick drum sounds throughout its settings!

FEATURES
'Hit' and 'Body' sections to sculpt the most important parts of a kick drum.
Hit-timbre and Hit-volume controls to shape sound of the transient.
Body saturation, resonance, decay and damping controls provide a varied sound palette.
Clear pitch control section that is carefully scaled to match a kick drum.
Two VCA shapes that provide different flavours.
Ducking or normal Envelope output to further sculpt and modulate.
Accent or VCA CV input switch to match your sequencing method.
Clean-up switch to remove rumble and decrease 'boxiness'."

/// Connect With MATTHS ///
🕸 WEBSITE w/ links - www.matthsmatthsmatths.com

Make Noise QMMG V1 vs V2 & Unboxing Video

video uploads by Ebotronix

Unboxing video follows first video.

Sound Source Make Noise XPO to QMMG V1 and QMMG V2
to Befaco ST Mix :
white QMMG 1
black QMMG 2
ratcheting by 4ms Peg
18.09.2024
vid # 2419 & 2418

Knobcon 2024

video upload by Jeremy Parker

"Here's my rundown of what this year's Knobcon was like, with some highlights of new gear, performances and just the vibe of being there. Thanks to Cowboy Ben Alman a.k.a @TheEntireRobot for joining me, as well as the whole crew from The Golden Shrimp Guild for their efforts and just being there to make it that much more fun. Here are some handy links:

Ben Alman: / theentirerobot
The Golden Shrimp Guild: https://gsg.live/
https://pointandclicksystems.com/
https://swampflux.square.site/
/ @thebreathalyzer
https://www.circuithappy.com/
https://www.gsmusic.com/
https://hivemindsynthesis.com/

00:00 Intro
02:55 Welcome Reception
04:04 Point & Click Systems
06:00 Infrasonic Audio
08:27 Swamp Flux
10:29 Performance: The Breathalyzer
12:27 Circuit Happy
15:25 GS Music Bree6
16:14 Golden Shrimp Guild
16:42 Hive Mind Synthesis
18:49 Saturday Night Performances
23:59 Alan Intelligent Instruments
24:43 Prophet 10
25:56 Outro"

How to make a modular polysynth in 62HP: Suggested Systems 8

video upload by mylarmelodies

"In this tutorial/demo I'm going to patch a tiny but 'true' 4 voice modular polysynth step-by-step from scratch, tune it, make it stereo, animate and pan it to bring it to life. I'll also show how to do a paraphonic modular patch (two ways!) and create a bonus Polymoog-style resonator to finish. This one features Vostok Modules who sponsored this video and sent gear I could use! I wanted to see if I could squeeze a 'true' modular polysynth into the Intellijel Palette 62HP case. Turns out, you can."

CHAPTERS
00:00 What are we doing today?
00:54 Why modular polysynths are hard to make.
02:34 Why do it this way?
06:59 Make a basic modular polysynth
11:58 Tuning
13:37 Noises happen!!
14:56 Tips for macro control
16:13 Making it Stereo
19:58 Animating the VCOs
23:37 Creating Stereo Panning!
27:17 A Different Panning Idea
30:18 The spirit of this approach
31:38 Other devices for poly triggering
33:11 Make a paraphonic modular polysynth
38:52 Polyphony with a crossfader only
45:10 Bonus: Polymoog Resonator Patch idea

Touch TuuL Vowel Beat

video upload by gotharman

"Running some sampled drums through a Touch TuuL vowel filter.
www.gotharman.dk"