Interview: Tom Whitwell, Music Thing Modular

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"Der Brite Tom Whitwell arbeitete als Journalist für die BBC und entwickelt heute mit seiner Firma Music Thing Modular Synthesizer-Module. Das Besondere daran ist der Open-Source-Gedanke, damit alle seine Module so nutzen können, wie sie es möchten. Auf der Superbooth 2026 spricht Tom Whitwell im AMAZONA-Interview mit uns darüber, wie sein Weg in die Welt der Synthesizer aussah und wie er die Zukunft der Szene sieht.

00:00 – Vorstellung von Tom Whitwell
00:21 – Vom BBC-Journalisten zum DIY-Synthesizer-Entwickler
01:51 – Synthesizer mit Open-Source-Gedanken
03:49 – Was Tom Whitwell heute aus seiner Zeit als Journalist nutzt
04:30 – Community-Gedanke von Music Thing Modular
06:33 – Zukunft der Modular-Szene
07:30 – Pläne von Tom Whitwell"

"British native Tom Whitwell worked as a journalist for the BBC and today develops synthesizer modules with his company, Music Thing Modular. What makes his work unique is its open-source philosophy, which allows anyone to use his modules exactly as they wish. At Superbooth 2026, Tom Whitwell joins us for an interview with AMAZONA to discuss his journey into the world of synthesizers and share his vision for the future of the scene.

00:00 – Introduction to Tom Whitwell
00:21 – From BBC Journalist to DIY Synthesizer Developer
01:51 – Synthesizers and the Open-Source Ethos
03:49 – What Tom Whitwell Still Uses from His Time as a Journalist
04:30 – The Community Spirit of Music Thing Modular
06:33 – The Future of the Modular Scene
07:30 – Tom Whitwell’s Plans for the Future"

Befaco und Manu Retamero: Von DIY via Eurorack zu Desktop-Produkten

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"An interview by Heiner Kruse with Manu Retamero (Befaco) at Superbooth '26, covering Befaco, Manu's role as boss, and new releases such as the Iroi and Ark, or the backpack designed for the case. Manu also discusses the music scene in Barcelona. #Iroi, #Befaco, #Ark

Timestamps:
00:00-02:06 Introduction and Oneiroi and Iron
02:06-03:11 What kind of music do you make?
03:11-05:30 Befaco ARK
05:30-07:09 Music the other Befaco people make, Manu’s role, the Befaco crew
07:09-08:20 Making modules to finish an album
08:20-09:30 The scene in Barcelona
09:30-11:52 Manu’s artist name = Ëgg
11:52-13:00 Barcelona events? Modular Day(s) events
13:00-13:50 Inspiration from German music?
13:50-16:00 Befaco’s future: a backpack for air travel (for the case)
16:00-17:38 Befaco’s future: new (tabletop) products"

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GS Music Bree6 analoger Synthesizer AMAZONA.de Test

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"Ist der GS Music Bree6 eine Juno Argentino?
Erfahre es in unserem großen AMAZONA.de Test.

Test ab dem 21.Mai auf AMAZONA.de"

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Interview: Mark Verbos, Musiker und Entwickler

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"Als DJ gestartet, baut Mark Verbos heute mit seiner Firma Verbos Electronics eigene Synthesizer-Module. Wie er dabei vorgeht, was für ihn besonders entscheidend ist und welche Rolle Synthesizer-Module von Buchla für ihn spielen, verrät Mark uns im AMAZONA-Interview auf der Superbooth 2026 in Berlin.

00:00 – Vorstellung von Mark Verbos
03:01 – Vom DJ über Buchla zum Entwickler eigener Synthesizer
07:25 – Sicht als Musiker
11:16 – Entscheidungen bei Verbos Electronics
14:31 – Ideen und Pläne von Mark Verbos
17:23 – Zukunft der elektronischen Musik"

"Starting out as a DJ, Mark Verbos now builds his own synthesizer modules through his company, Verbos Electronics. In this AMAZONA interview conducted at Superbooth 2026 in Berlin, Mark reveals his approach to the process, what factors are particularly crucial to him, and the role that Buchla synthesizer modules play in his work.

00:00 – Introduction to Mark Verbos
03:01 – From DJ to Buchla user to developer of his own synthesizers
07:25 – His perspective as a musician
11:16 – Decision-making at Verbos Electronics
14:31 – Mark Verbos’s ideas and plans
17:23 – The future of electronic music"

Interview: Dina Pearlman-Ifil, ARP-Synthesizer

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"Ihr Vater Alan R. Pearlman war der Erfinder der weltberühmten ARP-Synthesizer. Im AMAZONA-Interview schaut Dina Pearlman-Ifil auf der Superbooth 2026 darauf zurück, wie sie das ARP-Universum als Kind wahrgenommen hat. Außerdem spricht sie darüber, wie der ARP Odyssey und der ARP 2600 vieles veränderten und gibt allen Zuschauern eine Botschaft mit.

00:00 – Vorstellung von Dina Pearlman-Ifil
00:33 – Wahrnehmung der ARP-Synthesizer als Kind
01:44 – Blick auf Alan R. Pearlman
02:35 – Dina Pearlman-Ifil über den ARP 2600
03:55 – ARP-Synthesizer in der weltweiten Musik
05:33 – Dinas Blick auf Neuauflagen der ARP-Synthesizer
07:11 – Dina Pearlman-Ifils Botschaft"

"Her father, Alan R. Pearlman, was the inventor of the world-famous ARP synthesizers. In this AMAZONA interview from Superbooth 2026, Dina Pearlman-Ifil looks back on how she perceived the ARP universe as a child. She also discusses how the ARP Odyssey and the ARP 2600 changed so much, and shares a message for all viewers.

00:00 – Introduction of Dina Pearlman-Ifil
00:33 – Perceiving ARP synthesizers as a child
01:44 – A look at Alan R. Pearlman
02:35 – Dina Pearlman-Ifil on the ARP 2600
03:55 – ARP synthesizers in global music
05:33 – Dina’s perspective on ARP synthesizer reissues
07:11 – Dina Pearlman-Ifil’s message"

Superbooth 26 Messerundgang | AMAZONA

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"Die Superbooth 26 war bunt, schrill, laut – wie ihr Veranstaltungsort. AMAZONA war vor Ort und wir nehmen euch mit auf einen Streifzug durch einen kleinen Teil der Hallen, Räume und Zelte."

"Superbooth 26 was colorful, flamboyant, and loud—just like its venue. AMAZONA was on site, and we’re taking you along on a stroll through a small section of the halls, rooms, and tents."

Superbooth 26 walkthrough.

Dieter Doepfer im Superbooth Talk 2026

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Dieter Doepfer and Heiner Kruse talk shop from the comfort of their chairs in the Bungalow Village at Superbooth 2026, discussing the synthesizer as the upcoming "Instrument of the Year," Superbooth itself, and the latest news from Doepfer.

00:00-01:50 Introduction, first meeting, Heiner’s book
01:50-02:45 How the term "Eurorack" originated
02:45-06:46 Early third-party modules, module-swapping sessions, and the struggle to meet deadlines
06:46-12:00 The Ribbon Controller—featuring the new A-198-2 module—and the Doepfer Trautonium
12:00-15:10 Modules and the synthesizer as "Instrument of the Year"; Andreas Schneider and Superbooth
15:10-16:20 The yearning for a new instrument
16:20-18:53 The modular synthesizer: it has to be built first
18:53-21:19 New 1U modules, a new case, and the usual pre-show rush
21:00-23:56 The tranquility of the Bungalow Village, the challenge of finding it, and the Superbooth spirit
23:56-25:30 Small manufacturers, the legendary buffet, and the need for community support
25:30-27:02 Doepfer prototypes: quad resonance filters and the "case-within-a-case" flight case design
27:02-29:34 A new Doepfer Quantizer—and its potential applications
29:34-31:50 Doepfer random source modules
31:50-32:47 The missed ending—and the honorary "Oscar" for lifetime achievement
32:47-35:20 Modern Synthesizers—The Sampler as an Integral Part—Definitions—Concluding Remarks

2017 Interview
https://www.amazona.de/eurorack-modul..."

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Interview: Heiner Kruse (Basswerk), Autor des Buchs "Modular Synthesizers", Musiker

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"Heiner Kruses Buch „Modular Synthesizers“ erschien in Mai 2026 auf Englisch und ist als Nachschlagwerk und Einführung in die Welt modularer Synthesizer zu verstehen. Im AMAZONA-Interview spricht Heiner auf der Superbooth 2026 mit uns darüber, wie er als Musiker und Autor arbeitet und was ihn an Synthesizern fasziniert.

00:00 – Vorstellung von Heiner Kruse
01:07 – Wie Heiner zum Synthesizer kam
03:58 – Modulare Synthesizer für Anfänger
06:47 – Heiner Kruses Buch „Modular Synthesizers“
08:59 – Struktur und Aufbau des Buches
12:23 – Unterricht und Kurskonzepte von Heiner Kruse
15:02 – Unterschied zwischen Studio-Arbeit und Live-Musik
18:15 – Heiner Kruses Trauminstrument
19:56 – Auf welche Tools Heiner Kruse nicht verzichten möchte"

"Heiner Kruse’s book *Modular Synthesizers* was published in English in May 2026 and serves as both a reference guide and an introduction to the world of modular synthesizers. In this AMAZONA interview, conducted at Superbooth 2026, Heiner discusses his work process as a musician and author, as well as what fascinates him about synthesizers.

00:00 – Introduction to Heiner Kruse
01:07 – How Heiner got into synthesizers
03:58 – Modular synthesizers for beginners
06:47 – Heiner Kruse’s book *Modular Synthesizers*
08:59 – Structure and layout of the book
12:23 – Heiner Kruse’s teaching and course concepts
15:02 – The difference between studio work and live performance
18:15 – Heiner Kruse’s dream instrument
19:56 – Tools Heiner Kruse couldn’t do without"

PPG Synthesizer 1002 @Superbooth25 AMAZONA.de

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"Der neue PPG Synthesizer 1002 auf der Superbooth 25 in Berlin. Alle News rund um die Superbooth wie immer auf AMAZONA.de"

AFK drumbeam @superbooth25 AMAZONA.de

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Gamechanger Audio Motor Pedal Demo @Superbooth 2025

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"DelayDude for AMAZONA Met Ilja from Gamechanger Audio presenting the Motor Pedal."

Vermona Drumding @superbooth25 AMAZONA.de

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PWM Malevolant & Mantis @superbooth25 AMAZONA.de

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Mind Music Labs - Retrologue powered by ELK - Superbooth 19

Published on May 9, 2019 AMAZONA Music Mag

Quack at :38.

Die Minibooth: Synthesizermesse für die Jugend - Interview mit Tim Joppien

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"Interview with Tim Joppien from Minibooth, conducted by Heiner Kruse at Superbooth 2026.

Additional Links:
https://toern.live/
https://www.lev-berlin.de/angebot/key...

00:00-01:07 Introduction
01:07-02:00 How long has Minibooth existed? / Electronic music for children
02:00-03:33 How did you get involved with Minibooth?
03:33-04:32 Which device for whom? (Part 1)
04:32-04:55 The action at the Minibooth stand at Superbooth
04:55-08:30 Which device for whom? (Part 2) — Who was/is involved?
08:30-10:34 The same thing every year, or something new every year?
10:34-12:15 Gammon – Modular Synthesizer Ensemble
12:15-13:45 Workshop format / Space allocation / Hourly rotations vs. an open foyer for browsing
13:45-15:19 Korg Phase 8 for kids, Soma Enigma, Playtronics, Musical Beings Tembo, Teenage Engineering
15:19-16:05 Headphone splitters, headphones for kids vs. adults, the family-event atmosphere
16:00-17:00 'Ick mach Welle' https://www.killekill.com/category/ic...
17:00-17:37 Tracks created during workshops"

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Echograin Tranzwave 2 Software Synthesizer Inspired by the Ensoniq Fizmo

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Introducing Tranzwave, a powerful wavetable Synthesizer, inspired by an unsung hero from the late 90’s: The Ensoniq Fizmo.

The flexible modulation engine, coupled with creative editing and randomization features, simplifies the creation of new, innovative sounds. Tranzwave brings all the wavetables from the Fizmo into the modern age for new creative explorations. With its user-friendly interface, Tranzwave provides complete control over wavetable and effect controls, making the creation of new sounds both fun and easy.

Tranzwave – A Tribute to Fizmo’s DNA

In the late 1990s Ensoniq pioneered “Transwaves”, a unique form of wavetable synthesis notably featured in their Fizmo synthesizer. Unlike earlier forms of wavetable synthesis, which could sometimes produce more static or stepped sounds, Ensoniq’s technology facilitated fluid transitions between different waveforms within a wavetable.
This innovation led to the creation of evolving, dynamic soundscapes. Ensoniq’s approach allowed for a more seamless and organic morphing of sounds, enabling musicians to craft rich, textured audio experiences that changed over time. This method offered a fresh and novel way to explore sonic possibilities, distinguishing it from the more digital and discrete transitions of previous wavetable synthesizers like the PPG Wave. Although the Ensoniq Fizmo, which utilized Transwaves, did not achieve widespread fame, its distinctive approach to wavetable synthesis marked a significant development in the evolution of electronic sound and influenced modern synthesis techniques.

Tranzwave brings this older, unique wavetable concept, known as Transwaves, into the modern era of music production. By sampling each frame of these Transwaves, Tranzwave offers a rich and dynamic sonic palette that captures the essence of these early digital synthesizers. It’s akin to having a vast library of colors and shades at your disposal, offering endless possibilities for creating new and innovative sounds.

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Frap Tools Magnolia Prototype Sounds only

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Adam Synths - Warthog @superbooth 2025

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"Adam Synths Warthog new modular synth with total recall in Action."

Black Corporation Deckards Dream Sound Demo

Published on Jul 9, 2019 AMAZONA Music Mag

SUPERBOOTH18: Custom Alesis Andromeda A6 Revamp for 2500 Euro & Custom Cased Dual OP-1 System

Alesis Andromeda Rebirth 2018 is finally the best Andromeda ever made!

Published on May 5, 2018 AMAZONA Music Mag

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"Nach zwei Jahren Entwicklung ist der Alesis Andromeda Rebirth nun endgültig fertig. DOC ANALOG stellt in diesem Video aber auch eine Groovebox aus einem Erica Synths Modul, aus einem iPad und aus einem Militärkoffer vor, die ebenfalls sehr sehenswert ist. Die Story hierzu findet ihr hier: https://bit.ly/2FLEIiG"