WMD Skorpion & Wavefolding – Workshop at SchneidersLaden

video upload by SchneidersLaden

"On September 24, 2025, things got wild at SchneidersLaden’s showroom: William from WMD presented the brand-new Skorpion module – a powerful analog wavefolder developed over five years.

With 8-stage wavefolding and a strong vector core, Skorpion offers a direct and engaging way to shape sound without screens or menus. True to WMD’s reputation for quality, this may very well be the last wavefolder you’ll ever need.

The workshop provided a deep dive into the art of wavefolding, modular sound design techniques, and featured a live performance showcasing Skorpion in action.

For everyone interested in exploring wavefolding further – here’s the full recording of the evening."

Mother Lode Synth Meetup 2

video upload by Brian Comnes

"Some snippets of Mother Lode Meetup 2 ....Enjoy"

LA Synth Club 3rd Anniversary Party

This one is in via justin3am

Where: COMMON SPACE BREWERY
3411 W El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
When: SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 21ST 2PM - 9PM

Synth Picnic - A pop-up synth event in Norwich

video upload by Molten Music Technology

"With music shops going out of business could Synth Picnic be a savvy way of bringing synths to the high street without all the baggage of a bricks and mortar store?

Saturday 11th October Synth Picnic will take over the Honesty Library in the Castle Quarter and fill it full of synthesizers and modular where you can come and play for free.

More information - https://synthpicnic.com/"

KORG Presents The London Synth Show

via KORG UK

"Join us for a FREE one-day celebration of electronic music on Saturday 4th October, at the Musical Museum, London!

Explore the history of Korg and ARP, see, try and buy the latest instruments, while enjoying presentations and performances from:

Dina Pearlman-Ifil, ARP Foundation
Spike Edney, Queen
Alex Ball, Composer & Producer
Luke Edwards, Korg

The Musical Museum, home to the Korg Gallery, houses a spectacular collection of historical music creation and reproduction inventions.

The London Synth Show is also the perfect opportunity to see and explore the latest additions to the Korg range, including the PS-3300, KRONOS, and much more.

The entire Museum will also be open free of charge on Saturday 4th October, so you can discover the instruments and inventions which form the very foundations of modern music-making.

Register now to secure your place."

Mother Lode Synth Meetup #2

This one is in via brian comnes.

The 2nd Mother Lode Synth Meetup is set for next Sunday, September 21.

The location will be the same at Elvis' Rhythm and Brews, 78 Main Street in center of historic Sutter Creek.

You can find some pics of the 1st event posted here, and a flyer here with additional details.

Attack Release Bloc Glasgow -CALC- Live set rehearsal

video upload by -CALC-

"I played at Attack Release in Glasgow in July 2025.
Sadly the audio from the gig recording was crocked so it didnt make it, but I did film a rehearsal a few days before. The gig itself was better than this take (of course it was ;o) and I had tweaked the set quite a bit from this for the show, but it gives the general idea of what I played.

Attack Release is an amazing night and I thoroughly recommend it if you are ever in Glasgow on the last Wednesday of the month. It has to be one of the best gigs I have played with the best crowd ever. Sad the recording of the night didnt work out though."

DUTCH MODULAR FESIVAL 2025 // a wondrous collection of modular makers, synth studios + lovely people

video upload by DivKid

"Here's a video all about the Dutch Modular Festival for 2025 that's just happened with a huge collection of modular makers, synth studios, great people and plenty more. This is the first year the festival moves to Rotterdam into the venue WORM which is a cultural spot in the Netherlands with a whole range of related activity already going on before the festival moves in for the day. Check out some of the gear, people and stories in the video and links below to things mentioned in the video.

https://www.dutchmodularfest.com
https://worm.org"

Brooklyn Synth & Pedal Expo Returns on October 18/19

Details follow:

The Brooklyn Synth & Pedal Expo announces its return on October 18th and 19th, transforming the stylish 6,000-square-foot warehouse at 100 Sutton in Greenpoint into an immersive playground for electronic music creators. Once again presented in partnership with the legendary Three Wave Music, the Expo offers a unique, strictly in-the-headphones experience for attendees to interactively demo the latest synthesizers, effects pedals, and modular gear in a noise-friendly environment.

Nestled in one of Brooklyn's most vibrant musical corridors, the show is expected to draw over 1,500 musicians, producers, and gear enthusiasts. The 2024 Expo expands its programming to include educational workshops alongside its large exhibition floor.

Built for Discovery
This is an event built for discovery, and the headphone format creates a respectful space where you can truly hear the nuances of a boutique pedal or get lost in a massive modular patch without the noise of a typical convention. It's a focused, community-driven experience.

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The Festival of Electronic Sound Returns to Brandon, Manitoba, Canada September 19–20

Press release follows:

The Festival of Electronic Sound Returns to Brandon

“Canada’s only festival focussed on the art and music of the modular synthesizer”

Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, September 8, 2025 — This September 19–20, electronic musicians of all styles—from classical to punk, and everything in between— will gather in Brandon Manitoba to share their art, music and technology over two jam-packed days of innovative performances, informative presentations and interactive activities at six free-to-attend, family friendly concerts and events spread across downtown Brandon and the BU campus.

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Instruo Modular x Modern Biology Live Demo, Sept 8th 2025 @ Nightlife Electronics

video upload by Nightlife Electronics

"Join us for a live demo and Q&A with Modern Biology showing off the brand new Instruo Pocket Scion.

Pocket SCÍON is a portable device that captures biofeedback data sourced from contact with living organisms. This data is used by the onboard sound engine to generate evolving soundscapes and a range of MIDI messages. The data is also accessible as OSC messages which are broadcast from the accompanying desktop application."

https://nightlife-electronics.com/

ALM/Busy Circuits masterclass | 27 August 2025

video upload by Signal Sounds

"We invited Matthew Allum from ALM/Busy Circuits to host our latest in-store event. The brains behind Pamela’s New/Pro Workout and dozens of other incredible Eurorack modules chatted to us about all things ALM and answered audience questions. He also showed off ALM’s awesome Turismo modular system and revelaed some new modules.

ALM/Busy Circuits products are available from Signal Sounds here:
https://www.signalsounds.com/alm-busy...

More info:
https://busycircuits.com/

Chapters:
00:00 Intro & Turismo demonstration
26:00 New modules & FMCo demonstration
37:48 Q&A"

John Oliver and Douglas Schmidt live at Vancouver Synth Meetup playing SOMA TERRA and alto clarinet.

video upload by John Oliver and Douglas Schmidt Duo

"Kits House, July 13, 2025.
Audio from video camera. Sorry!"

Knobcon Number Thirteen Coming September 5-7, 2025

Just a heads up, Knobcon Number Thirteen is set for the weekend of September 5-7, 2025, just three and a half weeks out from now. You can find full details on the event at https://www.knobcon.com. If you are an exhibitor interested in a booth or table, you can still sign up for one here.

"What is Knobcon?
Knobcon is a one-of-a-kind synthesizer convention now in its thirteenth year. Complete with performances, workshops and vendors, Knobcon allows for a fully immersive experience. Attendees can get their hands on an incredible amount of equipment, learn from industry professionals and talk directly with designers of some of today's most innovative synthesizer products.

Held just outside Chicago, Ill., at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, the entire event takes place under one roof. Enthusiasts travel from all parts of the world to attend this yearly event. Direct access to all major forms of transportation make this an easy destination for those traveling.

Who should attend?
If you are interested in electronic-based or experimental music and the tools used to create it, this is the place for you. The diversity and passion of those at knobcon make it enjoyable for all experience levels."

SUPERBOOTH 26 Set for May 7 - 9, 2026

Press release follows:

Berlin, the 6th of August 2025

Following the SUPERBOOTH25 in May of this year, the SUPERBOOTH BERLIN is excited to be able to confirm the date for the next edition of the world’s largest trade fair and festival for electronic musical instruments:

The SUPERBOOTH26 will be happening from the 7th to the 9th of May 2026 at the FEZ-Berlin.

The 2026 date will also mark the ten year anniversary of the SUPERBOOTH as an independent festival and trade fair for electronic musical instruments — all the
more reason to celebrate!

Reflecting back on this year’s SUPERBOOTH25, the SUPERBOOTH is happy to report that this year’s edition was again a big success overall that brought together more guests and exhibitors than any previous SuperBooth, with over 8800 attendees, as well as 301 exhibitors from 31 countries celebrating the practice and culture of electronic musical instruments across three days.

With overwhelmingly positive feedback across the board from visitors, exhibitors and the press, the SUPERBOOTH’s singular combination of a trade fair and festival has once again proved its unique appeal and staying power, even beyond the world of hardware synthesizers, since software and pro audio — with 38 exhibitors from 9 countries in the pro audio area — have now also firmly established themselves at the SUPERBOOTH.

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NAMM Museum of Making Music ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact. Update

This is a follow-up to this post.

Additonal details on the upcoming two day event via The Alan R Pearlman Foundation follows:

ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact Opening August 9

We invite you to step into the world of innovation with our new exhibition "ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact." The impact of ARP synthesizers and the legacy of their innovator Alan R. Pearlman (1925-2019) was vast and deeply influential. From progressive rock and jazz to pop, film, and experimental music, ARP instruments helped shape the sound of a generation and inspired countless artists.

Curated by Brian Kehew, the exhibition brings together a stunning array of instruments, vintage media, and behind-the-scenes insights.

Guest Curator: Brian Kehew

Brian Kehew is a Los Angeles-based producer, engineer, and co-author of Recording The Beatles. Kehew’s deep expertise as a synthesizer programmer and performer with artists such as The Who and The Moog Cookbook brings a uniquely informed perspective to this presentation.

Exhibition Events
Day 1: Opening Reception and Concert Celebration
Saturday, August 9 @ 6 pm
Join guest curator Brian Kehew and Dina Pearlman-Ifil, daughter of Alan R. Pearlman, for an in-depth look at the exhibition. Stay for special performances by renowned synth artists Rupert Greenall, Robin Hatch, and Steve McQuarry. This event is free for museum members, and $30 for non-members.

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Meng Qi's Live Performance at TAM Club VI, Linz, Austria: Every Performance Has No Turning Back

video upload by 合成少数派 Synthesis Minority

"This is a record of my performance at the TAM Club VI event held at Stadtwerkstatt in Linz, Austria, on May 14, 2025. Linz is a city that attaches great importance to electronic art, having hosted the Linz Electronic Arts Festival since 1979. This May performance will also be included in Linz's database. I didn’t want to leave anything subpar behind. During the performance, I used the first prototype of Skies, as well as Mannequins' Just Friends and Silhouette. The sound in the venue was unexpectedly wonderful, so that I couldn't help laughing several times during the performance... I recently received the recording of this performance and would like to share it with everyone."

NAMM Museum of Making Music ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact

via The Alan R Pearlam Foundation

"ALAN R. PEARLMAN FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES WEST COAST CELEBRATION OF THE CENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY OF ARP SYNTHESIZER FOUNDER, ALAN R. PEARLMAN, AUGUST 9 & 10 AT THE NAMM MUSEUM OF MAKING MUSIC
Kingston, NY - July 10, 2025 - This year marks the 100th birthday of the late inventor of the ARP synthesizer, Alan R. Pearlman. In honor of his pioneering innovations in electronic music, the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation is collaborating with NAMM Museum of Making Music for an exhibit: ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact.

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The Seventh Wave Festival of Electronic Music: Number Sixteen

Pess release follows:

The Seventh Wave
Festival of Electronic Music: Number Sixteen

Music festival delivers one of its best line-ups yet!

Edition 16 of an Electronic Music Festival established in 2016 takes place in Birmingham in October of this year.

In October 2025 the sixteenth ‘The Seventh Wave Festival of Electronic Music’ takes place across three days at The Castle and Falcon.

For a relatively small festival The Seventh Wave continues to get some of the biggest names in electronic and progressive music.

The stellar line-up for #16 includes Plaid, Ultramarine, Richard Norris (The Grid), Mark Van Hoen/Locust, White Noise (featuring the legendary David Vorhaus) & much more.

Tickets can be purchased for individual events at Skiddle and SEE tickets.

Full line-ups follows, flyer attached for the festival… for more information, press inquiries contact theseventhwave@btinternet.com or visit https://seventhwavefestivalofelectronicmusic.com/

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ContinuuCon at IRCAM Forum 2025- Edmund Eagan

video upload by ContinuuCon