MATRIXSYNTH

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"SUPERBOOTH 2026 // SNIPPETS // CONCERT // SEE // WSNWG -Rodhad + Lady Starlight
A short excerpt of the DEMO.
Superbooth 26
Superbooth 26 from May, 7th - 9th, @ FEZ convention center Wuhlheide, Berlin.
Atmosphere"

Warping time with ADDAC's Clock Bender

video upload by Electrum Modular

"Exploring ADDAC's new module, Clock Bender, by way of three very different patches. Patch notes included as usual."

00:00 Introduction and Acceleration Study, no.1
02:34 Granular Flow
03:56 Piano Phase (Steve Reich)

See the announcement post here.

SUPERBOOTH 2026 // SNIPPETS // ERICA SYNTHS BULLFORG DRUMS MIX

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"SUPERBOOTH 2026 // SNIPPETS // ERICA SYNTHS BULLFORG DRUMS MIX
A short excerpt of the DEMO.
Superbooth 26
Superbooth 26 from May, 7th - 9th, @ FEZ convention center Wuhlheide, Berlin.
Atmosphere"

BASTL Kalimba - Superbooth 2026

video upload by True Cuckoo

Currently $409,806 pledged of $52,870 goal on Kickstarter for those interested.

Modal Electronics Introduces Element One

video upload by Davide Puxeddu

"Put on your headphones 🎧. This is a pure, no-talking sound demo of the brand new Modal Electronics ELEMENT ONE synthesizer, an 8-voice virtual analog powerhouse.

I had the incredible honor of participating in the development and sound design of the Element One (created alongside the Hartmann Design team). In this video, I am jamming with the factory presets—which are actually the very patches I designed for this synth! I’m exploring random sounds, tweaking them on the fly to show you the true sonic potential of its 64 oscillators, morphable filters, and stereo FX. Everything is played live using the 37-key aftertouch keyboard and 4-axis joystick."

Modal Element One: a sophisticated synth 'repackaged' in an accessible keyboard – Sound demo

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THE SYNTH FOR PEOPLE WHO JUST WANT TO PLAY

You’re a musician, not a computer programmer. Whether you’re a keyboard player who wants to fire up a searing solo, a guitarist looking for that perfect atmospheric pad, a drummer wanting to trigger massive electronic textures, or a vocalist needing a lush harmonic bed, you shouldn’t have to learn “synth science” just to get a great sound. Meet ELEMENT One—the 8-voice virtual-analog synthesizer designed to feel like an instrument, not a science project.

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Yamaha | Michael Feiner | Make your own analog sounds with Yamaha Montage M8x

video upload by Yamaha Synths Official

"Sound designer, artist, and analog enthusiast Michael Feiner takes you through his approach to making a great analog sound with the Montage M8X."

Also see SUPERBOOTH 2026 - Yamaha Booth-Tour | MODX, Montage & Co

UDO DMNO Demo Song ( Night Drive - infested alien )

video upload by Infested Alien

"The only sounds that are not DMNO are the drums, electric piano and 'acoustic piano'."

Sounds from Superbooth 2026: Buchla Ziggy

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"We're on the ground in Berlin at the year's biggest synth event. Stay up to date with all the latest gear news, announcements, and preorder info on our Superbooth coverage hub — link in bio!⁠"

Buchla Ziggy deals at Perfect Circuit

Sounds from Superbooth 2026: 1010 Music Blackbox 2

Sounds from Superbooth 2026: Make Noise Plexiphon

Bastl Kalimba! A fun new instrument at #Superbooth 2026

video upload by CatSynth TV

"A brief demo of the new Bastl Instruments Kalimba. This prototype is very playable as both a traditional kalmbia and a synthesizer with scales, microtuning, and an arpeggiator.

Our pal Zip gets into the action a bit."

Patreon: / catsynth | https://shop.catsynth.com | https://ko-fi.com/catsynth

#Superbooth: KOMA Elektronik motors & Kassiopeia pinball machine

video upload by CatSynth TV

"An electro-acoustic installation with solenoids hitting a string driven by KOMA Elektronic triggers. We also see a little pinball game triggered by a KOMA Kassiopeia."

Patreon: / catsynth | https://shop.catsynth.com | https://ko-fi.com/catsynth

#Superbooth: Synth-werk massive modular system performance

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"A live demonstration of the massive 5U modular system from Synth-werk at Superbooth 2026."

Patreon: / catsynth | https://shop.catsynth.com | https://ko-fi.com/catsynth

#Superbooth: Erica Synths Resonant Filter Bank & Hexdrums demo!

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"We are treated to a live beat performance featuring the new Erica Synths Resonant Filter Bank and the Hexdrums at Superbooth 2026"

Patreon: / catsynth | https://shop.catsynth.com | https://ko-fi.com/catsynth

SUPERBOOTH 2026 // SNIPPETS // Expressive E // Osmose 61 Keys

video upload by LESINDES

"Superbooth 2026 // SNIPPETS // Expressive E // Osmose 61 Keys
A short excerpt of the DEMO.
Superbooth 26
Superbooth 26 from May, 7th - 9th, @ FEZ convention center Wuhlheide, Berlin.
Atmosphere"

Moog One Live Jam - 🔥💥 #moog #synth #electronicmusic

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Sound banks available for purchase at: https://gumroad.com/smvproducer

Other links:
Bandcamp : https://sergiomassimilianovarvazzo.ba...
Instagram: / smv_producer
Smartlink: https://ffm.bio/smv_producer

Roland Future Design Lab and Neutone Advance Project LYDIA with Phase 2

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Press release follows:

AI‑powered neural sampling evolves into a more integrated, performance‑ready hardware concept, debuting at Superbooth Berlin

Berlin, Germany, May 7, 2026 — Roland Future Design Lab (Superbooth B023 & B026), the forward‑looking research division of Roland Corporation, and Tokyo-based AI music technology company Neutone today announced Project LYDIA Phase 2, a refined evolution of their experimental AI‑powered neural sampling pedal concept. Shaped by months of direct feedback from musicians, developers, and live performers, Phase 2 moves the project closer to a fully self‑contained, performance‑ready hardware platform.

Project LYDIA Phase 2 builds on the technology preview first unveiled in November 2025 and will make its public debut at Superbooth Berlin (May 7–9), offering attendees hands‑on access to the latest iteration.

Phase 2: Integrated, Performance‑Ready, and More Expressive

Responding directly to feedback gathered through live demos, industry showcases, and global surveys, Project LYDIA Phase 2 introduces several key hardware enhancements:

Refined hardware design with enhanced flexibility, supporting easier Raspberry Pi 5 installation and standalone USB MIDI controller operation
Fully integrated audio I/O, eliminating the need for an external USB audio interface
Onboard LCD display for clearer navigation and real‑time parameter feedback
User Preset memories for saving control settings and more
MIDI connectivity for deeper control, automation, and integration with existing studio and live rigs

A Feedback‑Led Approach to AI Hardware Design

Roland Future Design Lab partnered with Neutone to introduce Project LYDIA as an open, public‑facing experiment: exploring how neural sampling could be embodied in a tactile, musician‑centered hardware format. The initial prototype quickly generated strong interest from many corners, prompting extensive dialogue about workflow, control, and musical expressiveness.

“From the very first demos with professional audio developers through the overwhelming response from musicians worldwide, it was clear that Project LYDIA was resonating,” said Paul McCabe, LA‑based leader of Roland Future Design Lab. “That dialogue directly shaped Phase 2. This version reflects what creators told us they want from AI hardware in real musical contexts, while also bringing forward new ideas from our team.”

Rather than positioning AI as a replacement for musicianship, Project LYDIA emphasizes augmentation and control, allowing performers to interact with neural models in immediate, physical, and musically expressive ways. The familiar pedal format places AI processing into a workflow many musicians already trust, bringing transparency and tactility to technology often associated with screens and abstraction.

This feedback‑driven development aligns with Roland’s broader commitment to responsible AI innovation, as outlined by AI For Music, the initiative co‑founded by Roland and Universal Music Group to establish ethical principles for AI use in music creation.

Debuting at Superbooth and Beyond

Project LYDIA Phase 2 will debut publicly at Superbooth Berlin, followed by appearances at Audio Developers Conference Tokyo in early June and select additional events throughout 2026. RFDL and Neutone will continue gathering insights from creators both in person and online to inform future iterations of the project.

Music creators interested in learning more or contributing feedback can participate in a new survey here.