Vlad Kreimer Explains The SOMA Laboratory Pulsar-23 Drum Machine

Published on Feb 14, 2020 Perfect Circuit

"In this video, inventor Vlad Kreimer of SOMA Laboratory explains his Pulsar-23, a one-of-a-kind instrument that is equal parts drum machine, modular synth, and circuit-bent playground. Check out his performance video with Pulsar-23 here:"

Vlad Kreimer Plays The SOMA Laboratory Pulsar-23 Drum Machine

Published on Feb 14, 2020 Perfect Circuit

"SOMA Laboratory's Vlad Kreimer came by to show off the Pulsar-23: a drum machine and modular synthesizer for creating intense, interactive rhythms and soundscapes.

At first glance Pulsar-23 might appear to be a typical groovebox, with dedicated bass drum, bass, snare drum, and hi-hat channels and an integrated sequencer. However, it breaks past the duties of a traditional drum machine by using exposed metal bars as modular patch points—making it in many ways more like a modular synthesizer or circuit-bent sound laboratory.

With multiple internal modulation sources, gritty lo-fi effects, simultaneous CV and MIDI support, and an extremely open-ended sound architecture, the Pulsar-23 is part groovebox, part generative sound sculpture, and part industrial doom soundscape device all rolled into one.

Check out more from SOMA Laboratory here: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/soma-l..."

New PULSAR-23 Organismic Drum Machine and Rhythm Synthesizer From the Makers of Lyra8

PULSAR-23 by SOMA. Laboratory prototype demo.

Published on Jun 13, 2018 Vlad Kreimer

"PULSAR-23 is the upcoming organismic drum machine and rhythm synthesizer that is now in development at SOMA laboratory.

The video shows the laboratory prototype, which does not have the final look, the enclosure or the final panel design. Some minor features may change and some control options will be added. I've done the development of the main sound design and circuitry on it and now, when that part has been finished, I would like to introduce the project to the world.

For more information, how to buy, the price, when and where it will be available, please visit the SOMA site:

You can write to me personally: omhohom@gmail.com

Vlad Kreimer.
SOMA laboratory
June 2018"

Additional details via SOMA

PULSAR-23 is an organismic drum machine that is currently in development at Soma. It has a semi-modular structure and consists of 23 independent modules:

– 4 drum channels: Bass drum, Bass\Percussion, Snare drum, Cymbals\Hi-Hat
– 4 envelope generators with the unique ability to generate a sustain for the drum channels, turning them into noise\drone synthesizers.
– 4 independent loop recorders with the option for individual clocking.
– Clock generator with an array of dividers as a very powerful tool for rhythm synthesis.
– Wide range LFO (0.1 – 5000Hz) with variable waveform.
– Shaos – a unique pseudo-random generator based on shift registers with 4 independent outputs, sample and hold and other cool features.
– FX processor with CV control incl. CV control of the entire DSP’s sample rate.
– Distortion.
– 2 CV-controlled gates.
– 2 CV-controlled VCAs.
– 2 controllable invertors.

Also, it has MIDI control and synchronisation and a lot of smaller modules such as 3 assignable attenuators and 2 dynamic CV sensors for CV generation etc.

The expected net price is 1,200-1,500 Euros. The exact price will be known when the industrial mass production version is ready.
The expected date of release is autumn\winter 2018\19.
The drum machine will be manufactured in Russia and Poland.

If you like the sound and the project you can get on the pre-order waiting list and be among the first ones who will receive PULSAR-23. Just send your request to somasynths@gmail.com with subject “PULSAR-23 pre-order”. In your mail, please mention the country where you want the synth to be delivered to and your phone number (it could be useful if our mails go to spam). No deposit is required."

New LYRA8-FX Eurorack Module by SOMA laboratory

LYRA8-FX by SOMA laboratory (demo) Published on Mar 21, 2018 Vlad Kreimer

"New SOMA product. Estimated net price 190-220 Euros.
More information you can find here:
https://somasynths.com/lyra8-fx/

As the tonal generator used KOTELNIKOV SM042 VCO.
https://www.sssrlabs.com/
As the LFO - Doepher A-111-5
As the step sequencer - Doepfer A-155

The panel in the main part of the video is the laboratory prototype.
The mass production version is HQ scratchproof photo aluminium.
Photos of the final panel you can find here:
https://somasynths.com/lyra8-fx/

Vlad Kreimer. 21.03.2018"

Also see LYRA-8 as an FX processor (SOMA laboratory) (LYRA-8 with external IN only is the equivalent of LYRA8-FX)

"LYRA8-FX is an FX processor that can give you a significant part of the mysterious LYRA-8 sound.
LYRA8-FX consists of the FX section from the LYRA-8, expanded with CV controls and packed into a Eurorack module.
It contains a double modulated lo-fi delay with cross-feedback and the unique possibility of self-modulation, where the delay output signal modulates its own sample rate. Also, it packs a parallel distortion with CV control of the drive. The distortion is after the delay.
It’s much more than a delay – you can get a simple reverb, comb filter, chorus and much more cool FXs which are hard to describe.

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ETHER V2 (by SOMA laboratory)

ETHER V2 (by SOMA laboratory) DEMO Published on Dec 6, 2019 Vlad Kreimer

"Demo of the second version of ETHER by SOMA laboratory.

The artist: Ekaterina Khmelevskaya"

"ETHER is a kind of anti-radio. Instead of being tuned to a specific radio station, it receives all the interference and radiation that a traditional radio tries to eliminate in order to create a clean signal. It captures the radio waves “as is” from hertz to gigahertz because it doesn’t contain the tuned input circuit that filters out all frequencies except the narrow band of a specific station. This allows ETHER to perceive the invisible electromagnetic landscape that humans created unintentionally, making possible live electromagnetic field listening and recording."

SOMA ETHER

SOMA Lab ORNAMENT-8 Organismic Sequencer

ORNAMENT-8 organismic sequencer. Demo (SOMA Lab)

Vlad Kreimer

"An experimental analog modular sequencer based on a completely new principle of synthesis of behaviour."

ORNAMENT-8 self developing composition (demo by SOMA Lab)

Vlad Kreimer

"Example of generative self-developing composition"

ORNAMENT-8 example of performance. (demo by SOMA laboratory)

via SOMA Lab

"ORNAMENT can be controlled via Eurorack-compatible Control Voltage. The output of ORNAMENT is also standard CV signals that can control LYRA-8, PULSAR-23, Eurorack systems and any equipment that can receive CV, including non-audio ones such as lighting setups or electromechanical installations. For controlling LYRA-8 we developed a special adapter for easy connection to the LYRA sensors while also preserving the ability to play it normally with your fingers.

The adapter attaches to LYRA’s surface using magnets which make installation easy and safe. ORNAMENT, as an organismic sequencer, complements LYRA’s organismic synthesis nature, making them a perfect pair.

ORNAMENT-8 is based on a completely new principle of synthesis of behaviour. Instead of a vertical structure with a tempo generator on top and some memory for storing sequenced events, we have a dynamic equilibrium inside a horizontal structure without any memory, just an infinite “now” that generates the next moment of behaviour. In certain key aspects, it resembles a neural network where there is no difference between “processor” and “memory”, where functions are blurred and all structures are very flexible. Because the ORNAMENT is fully modular, you can connect any number of ORNAMENTs into a single network, creating very complex multi-dimensional structures with the same complex behaviour. For those with philosophical inclinations, ORNAMENT is a playground the size of a box of chocolates where you can study fundamental laws of life and society, going beyond linear logical thinking.

ORNAMENT-8 was designed by Vadim Minkin, the new creative mind who recently joined SOMA laboratory. ORNAMENT is intended to be the first in a line of SOMA sequencers developing new principles of behaviour generation and control."

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Soma Laboratory Introduces HARVEZI HAZZE Distortion Pedal

video uploads by SOMA Laboratory

Playlist:
1. HARVEZI HAZZE + Drums & Synth (no talk demo by SOMA)
2. HARVEZI HAZZE + Guitar & Bass (no talk demo by SOMA)
3. HARVEZI HAZZE (SOMA Labs)

"Harvezi Hazze — a versatile and quite unique distortion pedal with a wide tonal palette.

The heart of Harvezi Hazze is a waveshaper designed around a unijunction transistor, a relic from the early days of the semiconductor industry.

The unique properties of the unijunction transistor allow one simple component to replace a number of complex devices: depending on the operating mode, we can get a distortion, a limiter, a waveshaper and a generator — with a smooth transition between them.

The signal chain of the unit consists of an optical compressor with fixed parameters; a dual-mode distorting amplifier with either softer or harsher clipping; a waveshaper built around a unijunction transistor; and a tone stack section trying to tame all this mess.

Harvezi Hazze works perfectly with guitar, bass, drums and synthesizers.

The net price (without VAT, shipping, customs, money transfer expenses): 290 Euros.

HARVEZI HAZZE will be available for purchase in January 2025."

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

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Introducing PIPE by SOMA Laboratory

Published on Jan 14, 2018 Vlad Kreimer

From the makers of the Lyra-8. Some additional details further below. Estimated price is 400 - 450 euros.

"PIPE is a voice / breath / mouth-controlled dynamic FX processor and synthesizer. It turns your voice into a powerful FX / beat / lead / soundscapes synthesizer and it offers unprecedented levels of vocal processing, really transforming the possibilities of singing.

At the moment, we are setting up mass production of the PIPE.
Here is the product page where you can get more information and preorder it: https://somasynths.com/pipe/

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the PIPE designed by Vlad Kreimer.
Idea, sounds, video, edition - Vlad Kreimer.
Source video streams for the background video art - Iliya Sidorenko.
Also, in the background used fragments of math fractals from 'Eye of the Universe' by Math Town.

Created by SOMA laboratory. 2018
somasynths.com
somasynths@gmail.com"

Additional details:

"Upcoming SOMA product.

PIPE is a voice / breath / mouth-controlled dynamic FX processor and synthesizer. It turns your voice into a powerful FX / beat / lead / soundscapes synthesizer and it offers unprecedented levels of vocal processing, really transforming the possibilities of singing.

Currently, the PIPE has 8 different algorithms: ORPHEUS, FILTERRA, REVERB, PULSE, BASSDRUM, OCTAVA, GENERATOR, HARCHO!

The PIPE consists of the hand held part and small commutation box with L R output jacks and DC IN.

The PIPE will be available in white and black versions.

The estimated net price is 400-450 euros, and the final price will be known after we set up the manufacture. We are expect the first serial batch of the PIPE in the winter end \ begin of the spring.

You can pre-order the PIPE now and be among the firsts who receive one. No deposit is required and you can cancel at any time. Just send your request to somasynths@gmail.com with 'PIPE pre-order' in the subject line. Also, please mention the country where you want the synth to be delivered and your phone number (it could be useful if our letter will get to spam).

Getting on the waiting list will automatically subscribe you to the PIPE \ SOMA newsletter, so we can keep you posted on the most important news."

SOMA Laboratory Pulsar-23 sequencing tips

video upload by Signal Sounds

"Video game sound designer and composer Michael Manning returns to the Signal Sounds channel to present some tips for sequencing the mighty SOMA Laboratory Pulsar-23 - an 'organismic' drum machine.

Pulsar-23 is available here (at a special price for a limited time!):
https://www.signalsounds.com/soma-lab...

More from Mick:
/ @soundsmick
/ soundsmick

Buy his album! It's great: https://sovnrecords.bandcamp.com/albu..."

Stimming reviews the Soma Laboratory PULSAR-23 (Electronic Beats TV)

Published on May 25, 2020 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Telekom Electronic Beats TV’s synth expert Stimming takes PULSAR-23, the new 4 drum channel organismic drum machine from Soma Laboratory for a quick test drive. For a retail price of around 1700 to1800 euros, the PULSAR-23 offers a semi modular structure, 23 independent modules and a powerful analogue effects processor, and is definitely not a machine for beginners. Let’s see what Stimming has to say about the latest product from Soma chief designer and visionary Vlad Kreimer."

SOMA Laboratory Lyra8-FX Delay & Distortion Module

Published on Nov 28, 2018 Perfect Circuit

"SOMA Laboratory released the dual delay and distortion section of their Lyra8 synthesizer as a eurorack module. The delays can be modulated by an external source, or modulate themselves for some unique sounds. There is also voltage control over drive and feedback amount. The delay can be put into self oscillation and used as an oscillator with a variety of different timbres.

Lyra8-FX eurorack module available: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/soma-l..."

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the PIPE by SOMA laboratory (the main demo video)

video upload by Vlad Kreimer

"PIPE is a voice / breath / mouth-controlled dynamic FX processor and synthesizer. It turns your voice into a powerful FX / beat / lead / soundscapes synthesizer and it offers unprecedented levels of vocal processing, really transforming the possibilities of singing.

Here you can find a demo of the additional four algorithms: [posted here]

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the PIPE was designed by Vlad Kreimer.
Idea, sounds, video, edition - Vlad Kreimer.
Source video streams for the background video art - Iliya Sidorenko.
Also, in the background used fragments of math fractals from “Eye of the Universe” by Math Town

SOMA laboratory 2018
somasynths.com
somasynths@gmail.com"

Additional PIPE by SOMA posts

Smokey Quartz - First Puffs on the SOMA PIPE

Published on Jul 18, 2018 Smokey Quartz

"I just got SOMA lab’s PIPE vocal synth/effects processor magic thing. This is my first attempts at trying to play it, using four of the different algorithms."

Smokey Quartz - Smoking the SOMA PIPE 2

Published on Jul 20, 2018 Smokey Quart

"A four tracked improvisation with SOMA Laboratory’s new PIPE using 3 different algorithms and with Ashley Joy joining in."

P.S. This is one of those cases where you get some really cool effects if you play both videos at the same time.

Some additional info from Smoke Quartz:

"I just received SOMA Lab's PIPE vocal synth/processor/noise box thing this week. It's pretty fun. It's kinda like a contact mic and effects pedal setup condensed into one compact instrument. Great for noise and more experimental performances. You can also connect a non-contact mic to it and use it as an effects processor, which I've yet to do."

SOMA Laboratory The Pipe

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via this auction

"SOMA Laboratory The Pipe Vocal Synthesizer Dynamic FX Processor (White) - Mint. This thing is WILD!!! Be sure to check out Vlad's 33 min full demo on YouTube!"

You can find demos of The Pipe in previous posts here.

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Soma Laboratory LYRA-8 Synthesizer Sonic Exploration // Demo

Published on Apr 24, 2018 Datachrome

"Demo of the SOMA Laboratory LYRA-8 Organismic Synthesizer.

I'm quite surprised by that instrument wich is full of impredictability and rawness. It's sonic palette goes from heavenly chords to demonic speeches in just a turn of a knob, I love it!

An absolutely tiny amount of reverb, compression and EQ was added on the final signal to make the "Black Beast" shine.

With extracts from 'The Kingdom'

Enjoy and thanks for watching!"

SOMA Laboratory // FLUX FLUTE DUETT IMPRO // Live @ SUPERBOOTH 24

video upload by LESINDES

"Vlad KREMER (FLUX) from SOMA LABORATORY and REGINA (flute) in a live DUETT improvisation @superboothberlin 24."

Best drum machine ever? SOMA Laboratory Pulsar-23 // Superbooth 2019

Published on May 10, 2019 DivKidVideo

"Is the Pulsar-23 from SOMA Laboratory the best drum machine ever? Well ... it's certainly something that we're hearing a lot of around the event. It's on boards loopers take un-quantized human dynamic loops and create overlapping loops, wonky rhythms, modern grooves and shifting textures. Through patch points and a wide range of controls it goes from organic beats and more familiar drum machine tones to all out chaos and everything in between."

Throat Singing with The PIPE (SOMA laboratory)

Published on Nov 9, 2018 Vlad Kreimer

"Performed by Frater Epitheton
https://www.discogs.com/artist/3564529-Frater-Epitheton
using the PIPE - a unique voice FX processor, created by SOMA laboratory.
More info about the PIPE here:
https://somasynths.com/pipe/"

SOMA Laboratory - Romantic Engineering - Synthesizer - Superbooth 2018

Published on May 6, 2018 Audiosteps

"Die junge polnisch - russische Synthesizer Firma SOMA Laboratory stellt auf der Superbooth Berlin ihre neuen Produkte vor. Für Audiosteps gab es exklusiv eine kleine Beatbox Show :-)"

SOMA Laboratory PULSAR-23 Drum Machine Jam Session At Superbooth

Published on May 12, 2019 Synthtopia

"At Superbooth 2019, we talked with SOMA Laboratory designer Vlad Kreimer, who showed us what his new PULSAR-23 drum machine with an extended jam session."

SUPERBOOTH24: SOMA Laboratory FLUX

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"SOMA Laboratory's latest experimental offering is FLUX, a performance instrument that uses handheld magnets to offer Theremin-style control over pitch and volume while leaving a hand free for modulation."