New KOMA Sensei, Kassiopeia & More Superbooth!

Via KOMA

"Dear synthusiasts,

long time no hear!

First of all, big THANKS to everyone who made it to our KOMAPARTY 2.0 some weeks ago! We had great fun and were happy to hang out with friends and our community <3

 
Big ups Bertolt Meyer, Teslator, Cate Hops with FridaY and Echosisters!

Here's a few snaps for the vibes:

KOMA BOOTH AT SUPERBOOTH

What's all this??? We're excited to share what we've been working on during the Superbooth preparations, including a few mysterious surprises! You will find us at Booth O400 - same as last year. Just walk up the main big stairs and turn left until you see a bunch of nerds in black dungarees playing weird looking instruments… Probably our best SB drip yet!

This year, we will showcase a handful of brand new designs of upcoming modules to be released later this year including Monoplex - a smaller version of the Komplex sequencer, Bürste - a noise burst generator, a Wavefolder, a Dual Envelope and a KOMA VCO!
Sensei and Kassiopeia, which are both available for pre-order, will also have their space in special installations we’ve prepared especially for this year.

One of them is using your movements or even your heartbeat to generate cool shapes with our new VCO and Sensei sensor modules. You'll be
able to print out the results as a sticker!

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"Cyclical Forces" Koma Elektronik Chromaplane, Kommander & Ouroboros Alea

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"Dreaming big, let’s go for a full album!

This is the eighth exploration with the Koma Elektronik Chromaplane analog synthesizer, a dual Kommander setup, and the Ouroboros Alea👌🏽

Music composed and recorded by Stephano Gavilanes.© Copyright 2025. All rights reserved."

"Antique Compasses" Koma Elektronik Chromaplane & The Analog Thing (THAT)

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"Seventh exploration. This track marks one full week with the amazing Koma Elektronik Chromaplane analog synthesizer👌🏽

The Analog Thing (THAT), provides the initial drone signal along with later textures where the Chromaplane overlays melodic lines, plus sending an envelope back to THAT🎛️💫

Music composed and recorded by Stephano Gavilanes.© Copyright 2025. All rights reserved."

You can find additional info on The Analog Thing previously posted here.

"Flux" Koma Elektronik Chromaplane and Panasonic RD-8944

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"Third exploration with the Koma Elektronik Chromaplane analog synthesizer👌🏽

This time I’m using a 1974 Panasonic RD-8944 rhythm machine into the Chromaplane with an improvisation piece with only one pickup, and my improvised magnet pins! 🎛️

I think I’m going to record an EP❤️

Music composed and recorded by Stephano Gavilanes.© Copyright 2025. All rights reserved."

"Like-Minded" Koma Elektronik Chromaplane with Biofeedback

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"First exploration with the Koma Elektronik Chromaplane analog synthesizer, and brainwaves via the SoundMachines BI1👌🏽

Beta waves are sending control voltages into the Chromaplane filter, and Apha waves modulating the delay time. I also made a finger ring to hold a magnet while performing with the pickups, it helps generate a subtle kick sound when tapped with a pickup💡

The Chromaplane is an inspiring masterpiece! 🖤

Music composed and recorded by Stephano Gavilanes.© Copyright 2025. All rights reserved."

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Percussion and DIY Looper Improv #electronicmusic #synthesizer

video upload by Passepartout Duo

"Playing with our new DIY varispeed looper alongside some found percussion sounds"

"Check out our music here: https://passepartoutduo.bandcamp.com/"

Unboxing the Chromaplane! New Electromagnetic Instrument

video upload by Passepartout Duo

"What's it like to receive an instrument after working on its design for four years? Well... it's pretty nice! This is what it might be like to receive your Chromaplane in the mail!"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

In Beijing's golden autumn, an impromptu of refreshing natural(synthetic) sounds 🍂 🎛️

video upload by 合成少数派 Synthesis Minority

"A jam session with the traveling artist Passepartout Duo.

孟奇 Meng Qi: Horizon Prototype
Nicoletta Favari: Digital Chromaplane Prototype
Christopher Salvito: Analog Chromaplane

㊗️ Congratulations to my good partner Annqi on her wedding
㊗️ Happy birthday to Trent
㊗️ Happy National Day"


You can find additional Meng Qi Horizon posts here

You can find additional KOMA Elektronik Chromaplane posts here.

A Very Unusual Analog Synthesizer

video upload by HAINBACH

"The Chromaplane by Duo Passepartout and Koma Elektronik is an oddity: it is an experimental analog synth that does not have a keyboard or MIDI, but instead it is played with telephone coil pickups. A beautifully unique idea thatl found success on Kickstarter, funding within minutes. I got to play with the pre-series model for a week."

KOMA Elektronik Chromaplane KICKSTARTER Overview - New Electromagnetic Synthesizer

video upload by KOMA Elektronik

"Countdown for our Chromaplane, launching on July 23rd!

Three price tears will be available:

🐣 Super Early Bird (limited availability): €299
🐥 Early Bird (limited availability): €319
🏷️ Kickstarter Price: €359

We're so happy with how the Chromaplane has turned out, and we can't wait for you to give this special instrument a spin for yourself.

@KOMAelektronik https://koma-elektronik.com/"

Meet the Chromaplane - New Electromagnetic Synthesizer

video upload by KOMA Elektronik

See the SUPERBOOTH video here.

"Official DEMO video for the Chromaplane, a novel polyphonic analog synthesizer developed by KOMA Elektronik and Passepartout Duo.

The Chromaplane is designed around ten tunable electromagnetic fields that are emitted from its sleek aluminum surface. The experience of playing it combines the immediacy of an acoustic instrument, with the endless possibilities of electronic music.

Coming soon on Kickstarter!"

Full Chromaplane Demo - Electromagnetic Synthesizer (No Talking)

video upload by KOMA Elektronik

"A novel polyphonic electromagnetic instrument developed by KOMA Elektronik and Passepartout Duo. In this video we show a few interesting techniques for the Chromaplane."

0:00 - Internal filter CV - long delay time with some feedback
0:56 - long delay time with 100% feedback
1:40 - sound texture using the pickups horizontally
2:04 - pickup as pendulum with melodic line
2:48 - internal filter CV - short delay with lots of feedback
3:47 - envelope follower controls the filter CV
4:42 - feedback patch to external input
5:30 - Buddha machine as external input
6:07 - Field Kit radio scanning controlled by envelope out
6:54 - playing with four pickups using the Field Kit's mixer

SUPERBOOTH 2024: Koma Elektronik - Chromaplane Electromagnetic Synth

video upload by sonicstate

"At Superbooth 2024, Chris showcased the Chromaplane*, an electromagnetic synthesizer developed with the support of *KOMA Electronic*. The instrument features 10 electromagnetic fields emitting from specific points on its surface, which are played using two pickup coils. The sound is detected by the coils, passing through a low pass filter and delay, creating a unique modulation effect. Additionally, the *Chroma Plane includes an envelope follower output and an external input for playing external audio sources.

The concept of the Chroma Plane originated from Chris's experience as a musician and visual artist, leading to the development of a smaller version of the instrument for live performances. After more than 100 concerts worldwide, Chris and KOMA are working towards making the Chroma Plane available as a commercial product in the coming months. Stay tuned to the Koma website for updates."

via Koma Elektronik

"KOMA Elektronik & Passepartout Duo are collaborating on a new standalone instrument called the Chromaplane.

Are you ready to start a new journey together?

The Chromaplane features a touchless interface, organic analog sounds, and an intuitive way of playing, all made possible by invisible electromagnetic fields. It combines the expressivity of traditional acoustic instruments, with the endless experimentation of electronic sound design.

Passepartout Duo has been road testing the Chromaplane in their performance setup for a while, and now we’re finally at the last stages of development. In the next month, we’ll be revealing more information about this unique instrument, so…

…think about making some space in your studio!

Shipping Worldwide!"