Drive the scenic Triborough Bridge and I-278 in New York City!

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We ride along Interstate 278 across the Triborough Bridge (also known as the RFK Bridge) from The Bronx to Queens. In between the two spans of the bridge, we are treated some scenic views of the Manhattan skyline.

Original music by Amanda Chaudhary, featuring:
Cherry Audio Pro Soloist, Trident MkIII, Mercury 5
Audio Modeling SWAM Contrabass & Tenor Saxophone
Arturia Piano V, Pure LoFi
Vintage Minimoog
Strymon Magneto and Starlab
Morphor Plectrum
BFD Drums with Ken Scott collection presets
EastWest Orchestral Percussion Gold

0:00 Introduction
0:11 Starting in the Bronx
0:36 The truss span of the Triborough (RFK) Bridge
0:56 Manhattan Skyline from the highway
1:46 The suspension span of the bridge
2:12 Entering Queens
3:21 Continuing east on the Grand Central Parkway



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ARTURIA Introduces Bus TRANSIENT | Attack shaper

"Refine your dynamics with Bus TRANSIENT. This intuitive attack shaper gives you immediate, surgical control over the attack and body of any sound source. Add clarity, tighten your groove, and bring every element of your mix into focus."

And a video from supporting member, CatSynth TV:

Attack with Arturia Bus Transient! Make tracks and mixes POP

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We try out Bus Transient, a new effect plugin from Arturia for shaping transients. It provides separate multi-band processing of transient and non-transient elements of the sound. It sharpen and soften attacks and make individual instruments pop in a mix. We will explore its features with a few different types of instrumental sounds, and also check out a few of the factory presets.

00:00 Introduction
00:25 Overview
00:51 Drum examples
05:59 Guitar examples
08:17 Electric piano
11:26 Factory presets
13:12 Conclusion

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Cherry Audio Introduces Virtual Trident Mk III Synthesizer

video uploads by Cherry Audio

Playlist:

1. Cherry Audio | Introduction to Trident Mk III Synthesizer
2. Cherry Audio | Trident Synthesizer Plugin
3. Cherry Audio | Momentum Preset Pack for Trident Mk III Synthesizer

User videos:



Playlist:

1. Cherry Audio Trident: a classic cinematic synthesizer reborn! - CatSynth TV

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We are proud to present a detailed demo and tutorial of the new Trident MkIII, a recreation and evolution of the rare but powerful Korg Trident. Both the original and this version are really three synths in one: an analog subtractive synth, brass synthesizer, and a string machine. We go through all three sections individually and together, along with the new Motion features and effects. Along the way, we enjoy the instrument's lush and cinematic sound shining through.

2. Cherry Audio Trident MKIII Lush String Synth Virtual Analog Synthesizer VST Rik Marston

"Cherry Audio Trident MKIII - Lush String Synth!"
Virtual Synthesizer demo by Rik Marston
*Watch in HD!* *NO Talking!* *Turn it up!*

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3. MOMENTUM PACK For Cherry Audio Trident - James Dyson

MOMENTUM is a collection of 100 additional presets for Cherry Audio's Trident Mk III synthesizer. Created by James Dyson, this Preset Pack highlights the multi-timbral combination of Trident's Synth, Brass, and Strings sections. It takes full advantage of features like layers and splits, the sequencer, and dual arpeggiators, resulting in a stunning showcase of dynamic sounds and motion for the Trident Mk III.

https://store.cherryaudio.com/presets...

Press release follows:


Cherry Audio is pleased to announce the Trident Mk III synthesizer, a stunning virtual instrument that meticulously revives the sonic capabilities of the original Trident hardware synth. Priced at just $69, the Trident Mk III offers an authentic recreation of the classic synthesizer, significantly enhanced with new capabilities designed for today’s music producers.

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I-87: a nostalgic NY ride along the Thruway and Deegan Expressway

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Enjoy a fun and nostalgic ride along Interstate 87 in New York in this beautiful 4K video! We start in southern Westchester County, where I-87 is part of the New York State Thruway. At the border of New York City, the Thruway ends, and I-87 continues into the Bronx as the Major Deegan Expressway. It has a large and perpetually traffic-clogged intersection with I-95, which connects to the George Washington Bridge to New Jersey as well as to New England. After that, I-87 and "The Deegan" continue through the south Bronx and end at I-278 and the Triboro (RFK) Bridge.

This one is particularly special, as CatSyth host Amanda Chaudhary grew up here and traveled this freeway often, including to regular visit her grandparents in the Bronx.

00:00 Introduction
00:11 I-87 & Thruway in Westchester County
02:42 Entering NYC & The Bronx. Start of Deegan Expressway
05:15 The interchange with I-95 and US 1
05:57 Continuing on the Deegan and I-87 into the South Bronx
08:12 I-87 ends. Merge onto I-278 and the Triboro (RFK) Bridge

Original music 'Big Cat' by Amanda Chaudhary
Instruments include:
Arturia Jun-6 V, Wurli V, CP-70 V
Cherry Audio Pro Soloist, Blue 3, Chroma, Atomika
AudioModeling SWAM Flute, Clarinet, Bb Trumpet, Tenor Sax, Double Bass
BFD Drums
Buchla Red Panel 158 and 156m
Strymon Magneto and Starlab
EastWest Orchestral Percussion Gold, StormDrum 2 & 3"

Cameron Jones: Synclavier and beyond, a life in music

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Cameron Jones: Synclavier, singing, and a life in music (Interview)

We sit down for an in-depth conversation with Cameron Jones, co-inventor and principal software architect of the legendary Synclavier synthesizers. We talk about his early interests, his time with New England Digital and the Synclavier, and his life in and love of music.

The interview was recorded at Knobcon 2025, where Jones was a featured speaker.

To find out more about Cameron Jones and the past, present, and future of Synclavier, please visit the official website: https://synclavier.com

00:00 Introduction
00:29 Cameron Jones introduces himself
01:11 Being in the right place at the right time
05:25 Additive synthesis, FM synthesis, and sampling
11:45 Synclavier
15:05 The symbiosis of musicians and music technology
19:09 Composing in this era of music technology
22:59 The individuality of musicians and their instruments
27:00 Cameron Jones journey in music (orchestras, singing, theater)
41:20 Conclusion

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A Eurorack module that gets bored? Seaside Modular Proteus #Knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We take a look at Proteus from Seaside Modular. It's a Eurorack module that generates melodic patterns, repeating one melody with variations until the module gets "bored" with it, at which point it generates a new melody. There are knobs and CV control for the level of "boredom", i.e., between complete repetition and frequency regeneration, as well as controls for octave, rests, and other variety within a generated pattern. It has several user definable scales for generating melodies and accepts SCALA for additional scales and tunings.

To find out more about Protues, please visit https://seaside.digital
For more on Knobcon, please visit https://knobcon.con

0:00 Introduction
0:10 About the Protues
o:46 Demonstrating the Proteus
3:53 No-talking demo
4:34 Conclusion

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Żłob Modular: The Trepanator and other new modules at #Knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Kevin of Chicago-based Żłob Modular gives us a tour of his latest modules. There is a prototype expander for their existing SVF Filter module; and the Trepanator, an analog “Bent by Design” experimental instrument featuring a Dual VCO, Difference Rectifier, 3-band EQ, Sample/Track and Hold, and SVF(state variable filter) all built into one nonlinear module.

To find out more, please visit https://zlobmodular.com/
For more about Knobcon, please visit https://www.knobcon.com

0:00 Introduction
0:10 Overview of modules from Żłob Modular
0:51 The SVF Expander prototype
3:05 The Trepanator
4:47 Conclusion

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Trigs are Envelopes and So Can You! Ocean Dreams Instruments #Knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We talk with Ocean Dreams Instruments about the new modules, the Segmix and 2Step. The Segmix is flexible mixer with VCAs and several patching and routing options. The 2step is a step sequencer with built-in envelope generation per step and other features that go beyond traditional sequencing.

To find out more, please visit http://oceandreaming.com/

0:00 Introduction
0:11 Segmix
2:33 2Step sequencer
4:50 Demo
5:13 Conclusion

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A real analog oscilloscope in a Eurorack module! #knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We check out the Vondle Scope from Vondle Synths, a fully analog CRT-based oscilloscope in Eurorack format. It supports both one dimensional "signal" mode and XY mode. Vondle also has an optional camera to capture the scope image for video output.

To find out more, please visit http://synths.vondle.com/
For more on Knobcon, please visit https://knobcon.com

0:00 Introduction
0:10 Vondle Scope
3:09 Vondle Camera
3:50 Conclusion

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SISKworks: fun with circuit-bent toys and instruments - #knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We explore the circuit-bent instruments and toys from SISKworks, including a patchable Casio SK-1, a cassette-loop-based instrument, and a circuit-bent camera.

To find out more, please visit https://www.siskworks.com
More about Knobcon: https://knobcon.com

0:00 Introduction
0:19 Circuit-bent SK-1
1:56 Cassettone (tape-loop instrument)
3:24 Circuit-bent toy camera
4:06 Conclusion

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Deftaudio Luma mu: LinnDrum voice in a Eurorack module! #knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Our friends at Deftaudio present the Lumaµ (Luma-mu), a single voice version of their Luma 1 LinnDrum recreation in Eurorack format. It uses the same discrete electronics and EEPROMs as the original, with various CV options that allow one to use it as a traditional drum-machine or go in different creative directions.

To find out more, please visit https://deftaudio.com
For more on Knobcon, please visit https://knobcon.con

0:00 Introduction
0:10 The Lumaµ (Luma-mu)
3:15 Tonal wavetables
5:24 Importing your own sounds
6:11 Conclusion

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The Unique Instruments of A Magic Pulsewave Electronics - #Knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Andy Puls of A Magic Pulsewave Electronics gives us a tour of his unique and visually captivating instruments, including the new Obliquencer, the Lunar Orbiter, the Melody Oracle, and more.

To find out more, please visit https://www.melodyoracle.com/
For more on Knobcon, please visit https://knobcon.com

0:00 Introduction
0:12 Obliquencer
1:05 Lunar Module
1:50 Melody Oracle
2:02 Star Song
2:22 Touch Tones
2:36 Wave Expander

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Frequency Factory Dreamcatcher: a dreamy new granular synth - #knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We talk to Frequency Factory, a brand new company that debuted a prototype of their new synth Dreamcatcher at Knobcon 2025. It includes a granular synthesizer with lots of dynamism and control options, as well as a comb filter and other effects. It will also have wavetable and FM engines in the future.

To find out more, please visit https://www.frequencyfactorysynths.com/
To learn more about Knobcon, please visit https://knobcon.con

0:00 Introduction
0:10 The Dreamtacher
2:14 Extended demo including comb filter
3:16 Conclusion

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Erogenous Tones Structure HD: a Visual Generator Module - #knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"James of Erogenous Tones takes us on a tour of Structure HD, their new visual generator module which they are debuting at Knobcon 2025. It is based on a GLSL pipeline and contains hundreds of dynamic visual patterns and effects.

To find out more, please visit https://erogenous-tones.com/
To find out more about Knobcon, please visit https://knobcon.con

0:00 Introduction
0:10 Structure HD
1:00 Demo of random patterns

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Kanawha Music and Art: Long Division 2 & Filternator - #Knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We check out the new modules from West-Virginia-based Kanawha Music and Art. Long Division 2 is a classic polyphonic divide-down voice reminiscent of the electronic organs and string machines of the 1960s and 1970s. The Filternator is a filter module based on the resonators found in 1940s Hammond organs.

To find out more, please visit http://kanawhamusic.com/
For more about Knobcon, please visit https://knobcon.com

0:00 Introduction
0:10 Long Division 2
2:45 Filternator
3:55 Conclusion

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Filternator

video uploads by Kanawha Music

Playlist:

1. "Filternator" module introduction

A no-talking introduction to our new module. Is it a Filter? Is it a Resonator? Yes...with a difference.

2. Filternator Stereo demo- no talking

Using two Filternator modules in parallel for stereo and the cool sounds you can make.

3. Filternator Drum & Guitar

What happens when you run a drum machine or a guitar through this module? Let's find out.

Filternator

"Is it a filter? Is it a resonator? Is it a filter bank? Yes- the new Filternator module is all of the above…with a difference. When developing the module and hearing how it treated signals, it was obviously filtering, but with high resonant peaks that were stronger than the incoming signal, at which point it was resonating up a storm. So what to call it? It’s resonating as much as it’s filtering, so we called it the Filternator!

It’s simplicity itself to use: plug your audio in the input, and the output goes to whatever you like down your signal chain. Use the wet/dry mix knob to control the amount of “filternated” signal you’d like to hear. Then comes the fun part: chose a mode, and start messing around with the switches. There’s a choice of three switches for the capacitors, and three switches for the coils used in the circuit. They can be used in any combination to set the filter frequencies and resonant peaks. If you like, automate the mix control with an external CV source. The one thing you don’t do is power it up…except for the external control voltage for the wet/dry mix, it’s completely passive! But unlike other passive filters, this design doesn’t drag down your signal level with resistors in the circuit, because there aren’t any. By using inductors instead, the signal doesn’t get attenuated as it does in a standard passive filter. Instead, it will actually boost signal levels as it nears the resonance peak.

Talk about skiff friendly, not only does it not take any power, but it’s nice and slim, just 12mm deep behind the (nice and thick aluminum) faceplate."
Long Division 2

video uploads by Kanawha Music

Playlist:

1. Long Division version II introduction

Introducing Long Division version II...in addition to the unlimited polyphony, we now have a choice of square or pulse waves, a Gate Out, illumination for the tuning trimmers, and more.

2. Long Division II with modules- Demo (no talking)

In addition to the Master Tune and Tone CV inputs, Long Division II has a Gate Out which can be used to trigger envelopes, etc. This video demonstrates some of the possibilities.

3. LD II Stereo Demo- No talking

A demonstration of Long Division II with the Stereo Mixer/Break Out helper module.

Long Division 2

"In addition to the complete features of the original Long Division module… 12 independent and free running oscillators, one for each note of the scale
Built in vibrato with speed and depth controls
Choice or organ or piano sustain
Tone Control
Variable release time
Tone and tuning CV inputs
100% analog tone generation
Plug and play operation
All 61 notes available all the time!
Long Division II also offers:
A choice of square or narrow pulse waves, great for those string machine sounds!
A Gate Out jack, to trigger envelopes on any note coming on
Internal illumination for the tuning trimmers, and
An optional stereo output!"

Rune 1: Out-of-this-world synth from the planet Zlorb - #Knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We meet Zlorb from the planet Zlorb, who introduces us to the Rune 1, a new pressure-sensitive polyphonic synthesizer from his far-away solar system.

To find out more, please visit their YouTube and Instagram ‪@ScoopyScoopLabs‬
To find out more about Knobcon, please visit https://knobcon.com

0:00 Introduction
0:10 Meeting Zlorb
0:20 The Rune 1 synthesizer
3:59 The sequencer
5:46 Conclusion

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Otterly original modules from Otter Mods 🦦🎛️ #Knobcon

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Elton Glover of Otter Mods gives us a tour of their offerings, including the O.T.T.e.R pattern generator, Itero step sequencer, and Triquetra triple shift register module.

For more information, please visit https://ottermods.com
For more on Knobcon, please visit https://knobcon.com

0:00 Introduction
0:37 O.T.T.e.R pattern generator
1:56 Itero step sequencer
2:36 Triquetra triple shift register module
5:36 Conclusion

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"Triquetra is a linear feedback shift register module, with three independent registers that have their own Gate and CV output. The clock for the second and third register are normalled to the first, but can be supplied with their own clocks to get a wide range of versatility from the module. A clock source is required to generate bits. The toggle switch will change between Looped and Free Run mode.

Each register has an attenuator for the CV output.

The Gate mode can be switched from a 50% clock cycle when the last bit is high, to a high output as long as the last bit is high. This gives the result of switching between either a “Trigger” style or “Leggato” style Gate. The Gate mode can be switched at any time by pressing all three buttons at the same time.

Each button corresponds to the three registers, and will cycle through the bit generating algorithms (seven in total). The LED will cycle through different colors corresponding to the following:

RED = LFSR1

GREEN= LFSR2

RED/GREEN= Small Number Modulus

BLUE= Fibonacci Sequence

RED/BLUE= Prime Number Sequence

GREEN/BLUE= Large Number Modulus

RED/GREEN/BLUE= Otter Mods Cryptograph"

Alternate panel design below.

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Dog Paw

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Bill of Dog Paw introduces us to their controller of the same name. Basically, it combines the features and layout of a grid controller with the touch and expressivity of a weighted keyboard. It also has a built in synthesizer, and fully supports traditional MIDI as well as MPE.

To find out more, please visit https://dogpawmusic.com

0:00 Introduction
0:10 The Dog Paw
1:08 Conclusion

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The enigmatic magnetic Demon Box from Eternal Research - #Knobcon 2025

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Alexandra Fierra of Eternal Research presents the Demon Box, an intriguing instrument based on sensing the dynamic changes in electromagnetic fields. Any electromagnetic source (e.g., electronic devices, magnets, etc.) or even inert objects will trigger MIDI and CV changes as well as changes in any audio being passed into the instrument.

To find out more, please visit https://eternalresearch.com/pages/the...

0:00 Introduction
0:10 The Demon Box
3:01 Conclusion

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Terrain Synth: a novel synth by Conductive Labs - #Knobcon 2025

video upload by CatSynth TV

See the announcement post here.

"We get a tour of the new Terrain Synth from Conductive Labs. Terrain synthesis expands on the concept of wavetable synthesis by treating the wavetable as a 3D contour that can be traversed in any path or direction (i.e., not just forwards and backwards through the individual wave cycles). These "terrains" can be traditional wavetables as well as mathematical functions (like the complex maps we have featured in some of our math videos), or even JPEG and PNG images.

To find out more, please visit https://conductivelabs.com/terrainsynth/

0:00 Introduction
0:10 The Terrain Synth and terrain synthesis
2:54 Moduation
3:52 Selecting different terrains
5:48 Additional features
7:07 Availability
7:23 Conclusion

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