MATRIXSYNTH

Wednesday, August 05, 2026

first person - Modular session 2026-08-02 live jam

video upload by Renku Corporation

"This was the second take, came out ok, maybe a little long. Both versions were about the same on time, I wanted to give it some space to develop but I'm not sure. What do you think? Also got my sweet $10 head harness going. Still working on the angle but it's a different perspective for sure. Cool or no? It's not mountain biking..."

Social Entropy Engine sequencer.

dreadbox NYMPHES

video upload by TOSKABYSS

https://toskabyss.bandcamp.com

KHÔRA - Microtonal Soundscape Synthesizer

video upload by Laboratory 0

"KHÔRA is a drone-based harmonic instrument. There are no labels - every control is a living geometric object. The ring of stars is a map of just-intonation pitches. Star size represents consonance, while color represents harmonic families. Rather than relying on theory, a keyboard, or parameter lists, KHÔRA offers a new way to explore harmonic space through interaction.

Five built-in chord generators:
Click the Seed (center-left icon) to generate a chord. Right-click to switch modes.

1. Genesis: Generates a new just-intonation chord, favoring simple, consonant intervals while always retaining the root.

2. Metabole: Preserves some common tones from the current chord while regenerating the remaining voices, balancing continuity and change.

3. Topos: Moves the entire chord through just-intonation space while preserving its internal structure, revealing more distant microtonal colors.

4. Skia (Hidden): Explores dark, modal harmony over a fixed drone, with spacious minor voicings that return to the home chord every fourth generation.

5. Helios (Hidden): The only mode based on 12-tone equal temperament (12-EDO), featuring modern color harmony with smooth bass motion and a return to the home chord every 4th generation."

Laboratory 0 also brought us MORPH-6: Algorithmic Lifeforms Synthesizer and Carousel: Five-Voice Round-Robin Polyphonic Synthesizer.

Roland vintage analog SH 7 perc sounds

video upload by Innerspace Race

1010 blackbox 2 Next Gen Compact Sampler vs. Original blackbox Comparison

video upload by 1010music

"Learn about new blackbox 2 and how it compares to our original blackbox #sampler. The original blackbox has been a staple for music producers and live electronic performers worldwide and blackbox 2 expands upon that legacy.

Born for DAWless music creation and performance, blackbox 2 is the new professional standard for sample creation and manipulation. From #loops to #oneshots to #slicesbeatslicing and multisampled instruments—a hi-resolution touchscreen lets you record, sequence, play and mix in living color."

Taking a stand

video upload by Memetune Studio

"I've been setting up a little workspace using some really cool granular synths (Tasty Chips GS1 and Beetlecrab Tempera) and I've discovered these crazy VESA stands that you can get pretty cheap (£20). They are really designed for computer monitors and things, but they work great with desktop synths too, especially if you don't have a lot of desk space like me at the mo

I made the music in this video clip just now on the new granulars - yes!"

First Look at The Legendary J Haible TAU Phaser MK2!!

video upload by The Machines Won and Serge Modular | Random*Source

"Exploring the lush, sweeping textures of the Tau Pipe Phaser mk2 synth module. In this demo, you'll hear everything from subtle movement and vintage-style phase shifting to deep, resonant modulation that brings pads, leads, and drones to life.

Featuring a range of rate, depth, and feedback settings, this video highlights the module's rich analog-inspired character and its ability to add warmth, motion, and dimension to any patch.

Big thanks to Random*Source Serge for sending this module to demo and continuing to rethink and reimage these classic circuits!

Be on the lookout for more reels, live jams and demos. The music never stops!"

Also see JHaible TAU Phaser 'The Pipe' 2026 by Random*Source

"My Synthetic Garden" | Novation Summit & Hydrasynth Deluxe Live Performance (Bitwig Studio)

video upload by Paweł Spychała

"A live synth jam featuring the Novation Summit and Hydrasynth Deluxe, both running original custom multi-patches. Track title: 'My Synthetic Garden'. Everything was recorded live directly into Bitwig Studio.

Gear Used:
ASM Hydrasynth Deluxe (Custom Multi-Patch)
Novation Summit (Custom Multi-Patch)
DAW: Bitwig Studio (Live Performance Recording)"

Scrapcode Modular Introcues ORAND - Passive Logic Gates Eurorack Module

via Scrapcode Modular

"This module is a set of passive logic gates – two OR gates and two AND gates.

Signals will pass through the OR gates whenever a voltage is applied to any of their Inputs.

Signals will pass through the AND gates whenever a voltage is applied to both of their Inputs at the same time.

These are both designed to be used with trigger or gate signals presented to their Inputs, but may also give interesting results when other CV (or indeed audio) is applied. Experiment to find out what works best for you!

As with all Scrapcode Modular products, Inputs are signified by silver jack nuts, while Outputs are red.

Most Outputs are normalled to the Input of another gate, as signified by the small arrows, meaning that their signal will automatically be passed on when no patch cable is inserted to the corresponding Input.

NB: Due to the passive nature of this module, there is some inevitable voltage drop as signals pass through it, and therefore other modules with particularly sensitive inputs may not register signals processed by ORAND.

For more information please see the Quickstart Guide on the Manuals and DIY Instructions page."

Scrapcode is also running a 15% off summer sale until the end of August - details on the website.

J3PO // History

video upload by Julian "J3PO" Pollack

"Julian 'J3PO' Pollack performs an original composition, "History," a live DAW-less performance recorded entirely in one take with no overdubs.

Built around a sequencer, hardware synthesizers, and an acoustic (felt) piano, "History" explores the space between composition and improvisation. Every musical decision unfolds in real time, allowing the performance to evolve naturally from a simple repeating pattern into something entirely its own.

Gear used:
• Arturia KeyStep Pro (sequencing)
• Roland TR-8S
• Oberheim Two Voice Pro
• Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M
• Yamaha Acoustic Upright Piano

Effects:
• Meris Mercury 7
• Strymon Timeline
• Strymon El Capistan

Visit https://www.j3po.net for tour dates, music, courses, and original synth preset libraries."

Introducing PlayFader Rev2

via Play All Day

PlayFader Rev 2

5mm black and silver anodised brushed steel panels made in Germany
Custom fader dust-covers
Improved fader stability and durability.
Much more stable on the desk.
Feels incredibly solid and responsive in your hands while you’re using the accelerometer.
4 flavours to choose from
Massive V2.0 firmware update
All Rev 1 PlayFader owners can upgrade to Rev 2 hardware
Completely revised mega-Manual

Firmware v2.0

Accelerometer activated - Control notes, chords, modulation, FX, ratchets and transpose.
9 user scale slots - assignable per-channel
Scale Library featuring 13 of the best!
Brand new Generative FUN FX
Auto Latch - no more holding down button combos!
No Dotted or Triplets options
Improved Clear and Live Mute
Behind the scenes refinements

Manual v2.0
Fully updated for the new V2 firmware
Now includes first patch walkthroughs
Completely new Quick Reference Guide now included in the same document
Scan the QR code on the back of your PlayFader for instant access

We focused on improving the playability of the hardware with the addition of new professional 5mm black and silver anodised brushed steel panels and fader enhancements to the already super-tough recycled ABS plastic PlayCase enclosure.

We also wanted to make sure all our V1 owners can upgrade their PlayFaders. Making sustainable products and looking after all our existing users is extremely important for us.

Important!

From 8th August, we’re simplifying our webstore prices by including all taxes in our pricing, and increasing the price a little too. We wish we didn’t have to, but the world got a whole lot more expensive since we shipped our first PlayFader over two years ago.

PlayFader:
Current price is €299 plus vat.
From 8th August the new price will be €399 including vat for EU and US customers! (€339 ex vat price for rest of the world)

Now’s the best time to pick up a PlayFader… literally and figuratively…

PlayFader Rev2 is now in stock and ships in 72 hours
All the details are on our refreshed website.

https://goplayallday.com

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Tone2 Releases Electra 3.5

Press release follows:

Tone2 Audio has released an update for their multilayer-synthesizer-workstation Electra. The update to v3.5 is a major update and is free for anyone who bought Electra 3.

It is downward compatible with previous versions. Existing song projects and patches can be loaded without any further steps necessary. They will benefit from the enhanced sound-quality.

What's new in Electra 3.5?

4 additional INSERT FX slots:

Each of the 4 layers has an additional insert effect slot. Here you can pick from from 64 different effect types.
20 additional MATRIX slots:

Each of the 4 layers now has 5 additional modulation matrix slots. They can be accessed by clicking on the '11-15' button.

9 new filter types:

LP MS-20: A screaming lowpass filter with self-oscillation. It sounds analog and uses 0-delay technology.

Phaser 2x: Analog 4-stage phaser with negative feedback.

Phaser 3x: Analog 6-stage phaser with positive feedback.

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Announcing SH5-VCF revision 2

video upload by gstormelectro

"Audio + Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2026

The SH5-VCF Eurorack filter is back baby! Revision 2 has all the phat, but none of the chaff. What's different than version 1? What's the same? How to use it, and oh - how does it sound? Let's go!

0:00 | Intro
0:23 | SO WHAT'S DIFFERENT NOW? WHAT's THE SAME AS BEFORE?
1:08 | Audio Demo #1 - Bass Res thing
1:22 | VCF/BPF INPUT/OUTPUT BEHAVIOR
2:00 | Audio Demo #2 - Crazy Dual Bandpass Res Bass
2:31 | USING A STEREO MIXER WITH SH5-VCF
3:41 | Audio Demo #3 - Overdrive
4:49 | 2 CV MODULATIONS FOR VCF CUTOFF FREQUENCY
5:35 | Audio Demo #4 - Noisy Mod

Be sure to check my Reverb store for module availability
https://reverb.com/shop/gstormelectro"

JHaible TAU Phaser 'The Pipe' 2026 by Random*Source

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"Today I am proud to show off the new TAU 2026 phaser edition from JHaible x Random*Source for Eurorack. Obviously the core 'Pipe' sound didn't change because it needs to remain faithful to its history and heritage. It's not supposed to sound different from the previous R*S version. But it does. This is because the TAU '26 features two inputs and two CV inputs instead of one. Also the inverted (-) V/OCT is dropped. Visually, the panel now matches the Serge Modular line so it neatly blends in with your Serge 3U gear.

So is it a 20 pole- or an 18 pole phaser? Is it even important? No. What's truly important is the PIPE configuration of 20 transistors in a classic ladder topology. Your input will actually flow through the circuitry like air in a tube and I think it's absolutely stunning when you run noise through it. However, when you bring a lush pad, the TAU will redefine 'lush' into a pseudo stereo swirl that doesn't make you seasick.

When you crank up the feedback and hit it with some trigger 'stick' or chain, the TAU will make remarkable percussion. The Tau is also available in 4U. It's still a Haible, but it carries the 'Serge Modular' branding and comes with an extra mixing panel.

00:00 Introduction and history
02:55 Using the TAU on a synth voice + noise
05:37 TAU phasing on the Serge Medusa
07:45 TAU and triggers (w. MakeNoise Resynthesizer)
09:21 Non-competitive compare with XAOC Kamieniec V1
10:16 TAU on Plaits
13:44 A trip down Memory Lane w. Mellotron Micro"

Vaemi Introduces Synterra

video uploads by Vaemi

Playlist:
1. Synterra : Audio Demo : Vaemi
2. Synterra Nedir? : VAEMI’nin Yeni Enstrümanı #synth #generativemusic #sounddesign #synthesizer
3. Synterra : VAEMI’nin Yeni Generatif Enstrümanı : Tüm Özellikleri #Organic #NaturalPatterns #Plants

Click CC in the player controls for subtitles.

"We are delighted to announce Synterra, VAEMI’s new instrument, which many of you have been waiting for. We are truly excited.

Synterra is a unique device designed as a more comprehensive instrument than similar equipment created to date, capable of interacting with organic objects, living organisms, and different surfaces in its surroundings.

Synterra can use changes in the magnetic and electrical fields around it, liquid or solid organic materials, fruits, plants, fungi, trees, light, and the touch-sensitive area on its surface, allowing your own resistance to become part of the music and the patch.

Synterra also determines its initial position during startup by using the magnetic field of its environment as a reference. This allows the device to position itself according to its surroundings each time it is powered on and begin processing incoming signals based on this initial reference.

In addition to these features, the device offers 8 different scale options. Synterra converts signals received from living organisms or other sources into data. It then processes this data through probability and quantizer structures, creating an algorithmic arrangement that generates different notes at different times. In this way, the device establishes a generative synthesis structure within itself.

Synterra features 9 different synth presets. These presets include a variety of synthesis characters based on subtractive synthesis, wavetable, resonator, Karplus–Strong, drums, and noise.

The device can also be used practically without being connected to any living organism, as light and your own resistance can be incorporated into the circuit. In addition, a much wider variety of sensors can be added to the system through the clip cables and the additional sensor input.

Synterra can be powered by either batteries or USB. Battery operation allows you to use the device comfortably on nature walks, in outdoor spaces, and in creative environments outside the studio.

The onboard potentiometers allow you to adjust the output level of the internal sounds, as well as the amount and sensitivity values. This enables you to use the device comfortably across a broader range of applications and receive signals at more suitable levels from different living organisms or organic sources.

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Discovering OXI E16 : Dual Destinations, One MIDI Chain

video upload by OXI Instruments

"In this video, we'll show you how to build a powerful single MIDI chain and how to leverage the E16's dual destinations to unlock new possibilities in your setup."

00:00 Introduction
00:02 Midi chain
01:20 E16 scene
02:11 Dual destinations
04:05 Inverting dual destination trick

The MAGIC MultiWAVE Accompaniment Patch! | Make Noise

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"A fun approach to playing a monosynth alongside a MultiWAVE!

Plus the beginning of a discussion on relationality in music."

http://www.makenoisemusic.com

forest - parts 1-4

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Recorded live in Le Havre, France, 2026/7/26

NLC Hypster, NLC 8bit Cipher, SHAKMAT Battering Ram, MI Plaits, GEHIRN Noiswasp, XODES AHH & µGR2

Available on Bandcamp:

Thanks a lot for supporting me.

Make some noise!

00:00 part 1
06:18 part 2
09:19 part 3
11:55 part 4"