Melbourne Instruments NINA Multi-Track Sequencer Patterns by The Unperson

NINA Multi-Track Sequencer Patterns by The Unperson Melbourne Instruments Polyphonic Synth Groovebox video upload by Melbourne Instruments

"The Unperson explores some of the patterns he created for NINA's Multi-Track sequencer update. His patterns and sound are marked by crunchy, wobbly tones, saturated layers, and a touch of melancholy, offering an evocative listening experience. Inspired by unusual sounds and the art of sound design, The Unperson crafts patterns that explore texture and emotion, finding harmony between the unexpected and the familiar. All sounds and patterns created in this video were made exclusively with NINA's multi-track sequencer update.

Grab The Unperson patterns for NINA's Multi-Track Sequencer here: https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/... Check out The Unperson here: / theunperson [featured here]

NINA’s new multi-track sequencer delivers next-gen groovebox power with four independent polyrhythmic, polyphonic tracks. With per-step automation and motorized control, it brings hands-on precision to sequencing. This supercharges NINA’s analog synth engine, unlocking deeper performance possibilities. Add 64 new noise types — from percussive hits to loopable metallic textures and you’ve got a powerful tool for expressive sound design and dynamic rhythm creation. Find out more about NINA here: https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/...

Discover more at Melbourne Instruments
https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/"

Top 3 Favorite Modulation Sources Picked by Our Pals Omri Cohen, Stazma, and The Unperson.

video upload by Perfect Circuit

"Modulation is one of the most important aspects of a modular synthesizer: it's what makes your sounds move and change over time. It's the way that you take control of your sounds. It's the way you bring sounds to life.

So picking the right modulation sources for your music is critical—but there are a LOAD of options out there. We reached out to a few of our friends to hear what THEIR favorite modulation sources are, and how they use them in their music...and this video is what they had to say.

The gear from the video:
Omri's pick—Malekko Voltage Block: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/malekk...
Stazma's pick—Tiptop Buchla 266t: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/tiptop...
The Unperson's pick—Make Noise Maths: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/make-n...

Read more about the gear in the video on our blog, Signal: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal...

Intro with Wes 00:00
Omri Cohen's Pick 01:26
Stazma's Pick 06:55
The Unperson's Pick 12:46
Outro with Wes 17:40"

Melbourne Instruments brings Braids engine to desktop NINA analogue polysynth

NINA Macro Oscillator Mode - BRAIDS Update! Demo and deep dive with THE UNPERSON video upload by Melbourne Instruments

"The powerful new Macro Oscillator Mode firmware update for Melbourne Instruments' motorised polysynth, NINA, has arrived. This new update adds 45 synthesis waveform models using open-source code from Émilie Gillet’s Mutable Instruments Braids, one of the most celebrated Eurorack synth modules.

This new mode massively expands Nina's sonic capabilities, unlocking a new world of synthesis, from classic analog textures to cutting-edge digital experimentation. Powered by Nina’s innovative architecture, the new Macro Oscillator Mode delivers an incredibly versatile hands-on sound design experience unlike any other.

In this video Melbourne Instruments collaborator THE UNPERSON takes a deep dive into Macro Mode, exploring some of the Macro Oscillator models, and demonstrates just some of the 60 new presets created for this update, exploring the sonic possibilities of the new Macro Oscillator.

0:00:11 Intro - about this update
0:02:31 Oscillator Models
0:06:02 Preset previews - Untitled Unperson Patch
0:07:13 Spectral Whips
0:07:37 Trance Lead
0:08:10 Bulk Carrier
0:08:50 VHS Error
0:09:09 Chords
0:09:53 Talkback
0:10:11 Sweeping Horizon
0:10:55 Arp DRM
0:11:23 Toy Crush

To support this update there is a new bank of 60 Macro Presets, designed by Protovolt, Tom Hall and James Terris. Available to download now: https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/..."

2nd video followed by the press release:

NINA Macro Oscillator Mode — 12 polyphonic voices of BRAIDS! Macro Presets audio demo with PROTOVOLT

video upload by Melbourne Instruments

"In this video, Sound Designer PROTOVOLT demonstrates a selection of the 20 new presets he created for this update, exploring the sonic possibilities of the new Macro Oscillator.

0:00:20 Xenomorph
0:01:02 String Theory
0:01:40 Zero Space
0:02:28 Harpsichon
0:02:58 Dark Matter
0:03:41 Supernova
0:03:58 Nucleus
0:04:38 Flux
0:05:09 Datablade
0:05:38 Retsu
0:06:04 Event Horizon


To support this update there is a new bank of 60 Macro Presets, designed by Protovolt, Tom Hall and James Terris. Available to download now: https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/..."

Press release follows:


Melbourne Instruments brings Braids engine to desktop NINA analogue polysynth

“NINA has always been an absolute powerhouse of a synth, but this update is insane; OSC 3 gives you 45 Braids macros across 12 voices, plus its massive mod matrix — the range of sounds and textures you can create now knows no bounds.”

- Musician/sound designer PROTOVOLT, 2026

MELBOURNE, VIC, AUSTRALIA: Melbourne Instruments is proud to bring Mutable Instruments’ Braids engine — Emilie Gillet’s celebrated open-source macro oscillator — to its desktop NINA analogue polysynth, as of April 30…

Available as a free firmware update, all 45 Braids synthesis models run across NINA’s 12 true polyphonic voices, each shaped by a dedicated overdrive-able analogue filter. Ultimately, users can now layer Braids and analogue VCOs (Voltage Controlled Oscillators) across four multitimbral parts, morph between presets, and sequence everything.

Duly described by Mutable Instruments as a macro oscillator, Braids was a mono Eurorack module: one voice, no internal filter, and no modulation routing. It is now something else entirely on NINA, itself described as the world’s first motorised polysynth. Put it this way: when switching layers, the motorised knobs snap to new positions; morph between patches and they sweep in real time. Meanwhile, modulation routings are all visible on the panel from the moment they are selected. Surely Braids has never been this hands-on.

Digging deeper, each waveform model is shaped by two expressive parameters — Timbre and Color — adapted from the original Braids module. More meaningfully, these controls affect multiple tonal dimensions simultaneously, producing complex, evolving, and musically responsive sounds. Spanning analogue VCO emulation, vowel and formant synthesis, 2-operator FM, physical modelling of strings and wind instruments, wavetable synthesis with smooth interpolation, granular synthesis, and electronic drum simulation, the 45 models evidently elevate NINA to a new level, further cementing itself as a premium analogue polysynth powerhouse for experimental, generative, analogue, and digital synthesis.

Says musician/sound designer James Terris, ending on a high note: “I’ve always described NINA as a beautiful beast — analogue oscillators paired with its super-fat and driven analogue filter make it beastly! But while the existing wavetable oscillator adds a crystal sheen that provides a beauty, the new macro oscillator models expand this tremendously. Indeed, it can go from delicate FM, Karplus-Strong, and even vocal formant textures straight into swarming, stacked super-waves. With this update, it feels like an instant NINA ‘MK-2’!”

Excluding taxes applicable to the territory concerned, NINA is presently priced at $3,299.00 USD in North America; €3,165.00 EUR in the EU; £2,835.00 GBP in the UK; and $3,499.00 USD in Japan, while it is presently priced in Australia at $4,995.00 AU, including GST (Goods and Services Tax) — all via Melbourne Instruments’ growing global network of dealers.

For more in-depth information, please visit the dedicated NINA webpage here: https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/nina

The new NINA MACRO OSC UPDATE firmware is downloadable for free from here: https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/support#nina

Coinciding with the new NINA MACRO OSC UPDATE firmware release, owners of the world’s first motorised polysynth can also download 60 new presets for free from here: https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/presets#nina

5 great algorithms in the Expert Sleepers Disting Mk4

video upload by Signal Sounds

"Our guest host is a good friend of Signal Sounds and a regular on the channel: The Unperson! Here he explores five of his favourite algorithms on the Expert Sleepers Disting mk4. This classic 4HP Eurorack module now contains over 100 algorithms covering just about every audio and CV function imaginable in a synthesiser. Every rack should have (at least) one!

What's your favourite Disting algorithm? Let us know in the comments...

Disting mk4 is available here: https://www.signalsounds.com/expert-s...

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:37 A-6 Quantizer
03:04 C-3 Clockable Ping Pong Delay
05:11 B-2 Slew Rate Limiter
07:13 K-1 Wavetable VCO
10:11 L-1 Stereo Reverb"

You can find additional posts featuring The Unperson here.

Signal Flow Podcast Ep2: Our favourite sequencers, under-the-radar modules & more

video upload by Signal Sounds

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
03:37 News roundup
07:13 Favourite sequencers
23:21 Under-the-radar modules
32:32 Current trends in Eurorack

"In this episode, Tom and Luke discuss their favourite sequencers, share some favourite under-the-radar brands and modules, and chat about some of the current trends in Eurorack, from multi-algorithmic digital powerhouses to manufacturer-specific ecosystems.

Thanks to everyone who commented on episode one! You can get in touch with questions, feedback and suggestions via signalflow@signalsounds.com

Some of the gear discussed:
https://signalsounds.com/xaoc-devices...
https://www.signalsounds.com/dannysou...
https://www.signalsounds.com/new-syst...
https://www.signalsounds.com/make-noi...
https://www.signalsounds.com/noise-en...
https://www.signalsounds.com/making-s...
https://signalsounds.com/fancyyyyy-sy...
https://alteredstatemachines.net/aris..."

The Unperson’s Rings video:

Mutable Instruments Rings is still one of the BEST modules!!

video upload by The Unperson

"Rings by Mutable Instruments is one of the few modules on my 'Never Sell' list. It will always be fun, always sound good, and always have new sounds to discover, and that is the sign of a very well designed module. Join me for 20 minutes of sound and discovery!

Please consider supporting my channel by checking out my patreon: / theunperson

#rings #mutableinstruments #eurorack

0:00 - Intro
1:35 - Overview
3:16 - Drone
7:23 - FM Synthesis!
11:51 - External Audio In
15:02 - Hidden Mode Overview
16:48 - Final Jam!"

Jamming with the Teenage Engineering EP-40 Riddim & Ting: dub, reggae & beyond

video upload by Signal Sounds

"The Unperson returns to the Signal Sounds channel to put Teenage Engineering’s new box through its paces! The EP-40 Riddim is the latest iteration of the EP-133 form factor, and it’s a whole heap of fun. It’s loaded with sounds inspired by reggae and dub styles, and the EP-2350 Ting microphone is the icing on the cake, with its voice transformer and sound effects.

Buy it here:
https://www.signalsounds.com/teenage-..."

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:28 Supertone synth engines
04:47 Pressure-sensitive dub sirens
06:17 Ting microphone
08:28 Making a beat
10:59 Loop controls
13:23 Tape Stop effect
14:17 New performance parameters
17:52 Punch-in effects
18:46 Conclusion

With The Unperson

A deep dive into Mutable Instruments Plaits

video upload by The Unperson

A deep dive into Mutable Instruments Plaits - PART 2!

video upload by The Unperson

"Continuing on from last week's video I explore the next three synth engines in the iconic macro oscillator Plaits. The jams in this video all turned out unintentionally mellow and ambient, and there are some truly magic moments in there. This video series may be end up being longer than I anticipated, but this is due to how inspiring the module is for making music!"

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro
1:29 - Granular Formant Oscillator
5:05 - Arp Jam
7:10 - Things Get Epic!
8:56 - Harmonic Oscillator
15:10 - Wavetable Oscillator
21:27 - Outro

Artist Picks: Best Music Gear of 2024 (Part 1)

video upload by Perfect Circuit

Check out the accompanying article on our blog, Signal

"2024 is soon drawing to a close—so, we're taking a look back at the year, and taking account of all of the weird and wonderful instruments that gave us some inspiration this year. Synthesizers, drum machines, and Eurorack modules to samplers and effects, this year had no shortage of inspiring instruments.

So, we reached out to some of our friends and content creators to fill us in on their year, asking one simple question: what was the coolest piece of gear YOU got this year? For some, that meant brand-new releases, but for others, it meant sitting down and digging into classic instruments.

In this video, we hear from:
0:05 Andrew Huang on the Elektron Digitakt II
1:36 Starsky Carr on the Pittsburgh Voltage Lab 2
6:30 Molten Music Tech on the Gamechanger Plasma Voice
11:36 Cyberattack on the Vongon Replay
13:48 The Unperson on the Melbourne Delia
Mark Johnston on the UA Apollo x8p Gen 2

Check out the accompanying article on our blog, Signal"

You can find additional Artist Picks: Best Music Gear of 2024 posts here.

Korg MS 20 synthesizer + Electric Organ + Strymon Timeline

video upload by The Unperson

"An improvised synth jam with an electric organ going through the external signal processor on the MS20."

Exploring the 4MS SAMPLER module!

video upload by The Unperson

"In today's video I explore the Sampler from 4MS.
Sampler is a stereo sampling module with tonnes of fun features and an SD card packed full of great samples. It's also easy to record your own samples live and put samples onto the SD card via your computer. Join me as I make some jams with this very fun module!

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro
1:16 - Overview
6:40 - Recording Samples
11:14 - Sampler + Delay
15:34 - Noise Drones
20:17 - Beat Accompaniment
25:13 - Outro"

Exploring RYK Modular's ALGO FM Oscillator!

video upload by The Unperson

"RYK Modular have some of the most aesthetically pleasing modules in the eurorack game, as well as some of the most interesting and innovative. Algo is a 4-voice FM oscillator with hands-on control of the parameters allowing you to create an insane breadth of sounds and experiments."

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro
1:42 - Overview
6:53 - Jam 1
10:39 - Jam 2
14:39 - Improv Tweaking!
21:43 - Final Thoughts
23:44 - Outro

Exploring the 4MS Ensemble Oscillator!

video upload by The Unperson

"The 4MS Ensemble Oscillator is a very unique sound source and this video was a lot of of fun to make! I'm quite certain I'll revisiting this in future videos as there's some much more sonic avenues to explore with this one. Hope you enjoy!

Ally

#eurorack #synth #digital #modular #electronicmusic

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro
1:38 - Overview
6:46 - 80's Bass
10:52 - FM sounds
13:40 - Chord Switching
18:00 - Freeze
20:20 -Outro"

A Guide to Synthesizer Filters (and how to use them to make music)

video upload by The Unperson

"In today's guide to synthesizer filters I break down filters and show how you can use them to make music. Whether you’re working with eurorack, hardware, software, analog, or digital synths, this guide should help you further understand filters.

We start with the basics, looking at what filters do and how low pass, high pass, and band pass filters shape sound. From there, I move into modulation, showing how to use envelopes and LFOs to add movement, rhythm, and expression to your patches.

I also cover filter self oscillation and how filters can become sound sources in their own right. Towards the end, we get into more advanced techniques like filter banks and stereo filtering to create wider, more complex sounds and mixes.

If you’re into synthesis, sound design, or electronic music production, this will give you techniques you can immediately apply to your own tracks.

Topics covered include synthesizer filters, eurorack and modular synthesis, sound design, envelopes, LFO modulation, filter self oscillation, filter banks, stereo filters, and electronic music production.

Perfect for fans of synthesis, sound design, eurorack, modular systems, and electronic music production.

#filter #synth #eurorack #synthesizer #electronicmusic

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro
1:16 - Basics
3:22 - Envelopes
6:59 - LFO's
10:27 - Self-Oscillation
16:02 - Fliter Bank
20:24 - Smile Pass
24:23 - Outro"

Exploring Effects in the Eurorack World!

video upload by The Unperson

"In today's video I'm exploring the wonderful world of effects. Modular effects can be more creative than guitar pedals due to the ability control, clock, and modulate the parameters. In the video I explore some creative patch techniques using effects and making make some tunes with some of my favourite modules!

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro
1:27 - Chorus
3:09 - Reverb
6:05 - Modulate Reverb
8:45 - Clocked Delays
11:50 - Beads!
14:39 - Combining Effects
18:28 - Outro"

Exploring QU-BIT MOJAVE! Live Granular Processing!

video upload by The Unperson

"Today's video explores a new player on the granular scene - the Qu-Bit Electronics Mojave! I've only had the module for about a week or so and I was learning on-the-go while making this video - the manual was never far away. There's definitely more to explore with this module so stay tuned for more videos!

Ally

#eurorack #granular #modular #synth

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro
2:26 - Overview
7:16 - Instant Polyphony
10:37 - Feedback Madness
14:30 - Radio Sampling
18:59 - Orchestral Sounds
22:32 - Outro"

Exploring the 4MS Looping Delay!!

video upload by The Unperson

"In today's video I'm checking out the Looping Delay from 4MS. This is a super tight digital delay which has way more features than it's simple front panel suggests. Join me as we check out clocked delays, karplus strong, send and return, and more!

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro
1:54 - Overview
5:27 - Sound on Sound
10:13 - Send and Return
13:35 - Karplus Strong
17:37 - Clocked Delay
19:38 - Outro"

PlayFader: a unique and fun performance sequencer

video upload by Signal Sounds

"The Unperson returns to the Signal Sounds channel with a demo of the PlayFader: a fun, hands-on, two-channel performance sequencer from Play All Day. This little unit loves to make friends with modular synths, any synth or sampler with MIDI, guitar pedals, and anything else with CV and expression inputs.

Available here (at a new lower price!):
https://www.signalsounds.com/play-all..."

Patch Tips & Tricks for Improving Basic Waveforms!

video upload by The Unperson

"In today's video I explore some synthesis techniques and patching tricks for getting the most out of basic waveforms. I had a big list of ideas for this video but I'm not great at being concise so here is half of them, and the other half will be released in a part 2 video out next week! Hope you enjoy.

Cheers!

Ally

#synthesis #eurorack #modular #patch #synth

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro/Vibrato
4:09 - PWM
6:36 - Wavefolding
9:51 - Glissando
12:17 - HP Filter
15:24 - LPG
18:11 - Outro"

Melbourne Instruments NINA - Firmware Update - Multi-Track Sequencer!

video upload by The Unperson

"In today's video I am exploring the latest firmware update for the Melbourne Instruments Nina which radically expands the sequencer from a quite basic 16-step sequencer into a multi-timbral, multi-track sequencer with an insane amount of new features. There is per-step parameter locking, loads of new noise hits for making percussion, as well as live recording making it incredibly easy to perform modulations and visually see what is being modulated. For more info head on over to the Melbourne Instruments website, where you can also find my presets for free!

https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/...

CONTENT
0:00 - Intro
1:23 - Overview
10:52 - Hopkins
13:33 - Funk
15:11 - Robots
17:08 - Sweets
18:34 - Outro"

Jamming with the Maneco Labs 16 Seconds Delay: a classic digital effect recreated for Eurorack

video upload by Signal Sounds

"We let The Unperson work his magic on the Maneco 16 Seconds Delay - a recreation of the classic Electro-Harmonix effects pedal from 1983. It's proudly hand-built in Uruguay by Maneco Labs, creators of the Grone Drone Machine Eurorack, tabletop and pedal drone generators, among many others.

Available here in Eurorack and pedal formats:
https://www.signalsounds.com/maneco-1...
https://www.signalsounds.com/maneco-1..."