Osmose CE lleva la EXPRESIVIDAD del Osmose a tus plugins

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GS Music Bree6 on the desk.

"Tomasz Bura, artista de Expressive E, nos presenta en SuperBooth 2026 el Osmose CE: la versión sin motor de síntesis del aclamado Osmose, ahora disponible en 49 y 61 teclas, pensada para llevar toda su expresividad a cualquier DAW, plugin o sintetizador externo.

El Osmose CE conserva exactamente el mismo keybed expresivo del Osmose original, capaz de detectar presión, inclinación, vibrato natural, gestos de pitch y un note-off expresivo que permite moldear cada nota como si se tocara un instrumento acústico.

Lo que verás en la demo:

🎹 Control MPE total: cada tecla responde de forma independiente a la dinámica y al movimiento lateral.
🎵 Pitch bend por tecla: efectos vocales, de violín o de instrumento acústico imposibles en un teclado convencional.
🎛️ Polifonía expresiva: puedes mantener cuatro notas y modular solo una de ellas.
✨ Press Glide: un gesto exclusivo que permite deslizar entre notas usando presión.
🎼 MPE Arpeggiator: patrones donde cada nota mantiene su independencia expresiva.
🔊 Ctrl-e incluido: un ecosistema de sonido expresivo con más de 900 presets que combina motores propios de Expressive E con instrumentos de desarrolladores externos, todos diseñados para reaccionar orgánicamente al teclado sin mapeos previos.
🎚️ Aporta expresividad incluso a plugins y sintetizadores que no soportan MPE.

Tomasz lo utiliza en directo, en estudio, como compositor para cine y publicidad, para música de relajación y como músico de jazz. En sus palabras, este instrumento ha cambiado por completo su lenguaje musical.

Disponible ya en tiendas a 999 € (49 teclas) y 1.199 € (61 teclas)."

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BUCHLA Ziggy Sound DEMO & Walkthrough — Superbooth 2026

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"At Superbooth 2026, Buchla unveils Ziggy: their most portable and accessible analog desktop synthesizer to date. Filmed at the Buchla booth in Berlin, this video walks through the instrument's main features and includes a full sound demo.

Ziggy distills the DNA of classic Buchla instruments into a compact, immediately playable format: complex oscillator, modulation oscillator, Cycler (envelope + pulser, à la 208c), lowpass gate and a stereo digital effects section with a brand-new ping pong delay. All modulation routing — normally done with patch cables on a Buchla — is handled through flexible assignments from the panel and the oscilloscope screen.

KEY FEATURES
Fully analog signal path + digital stereo effects True analog bypass (voltage divider) when dry is at zero "Programs" designed as a starting point, not as closed presets Fader quantization to scales (pentatonic minor, etc.) Oscilloscope screen doubles as the programming and mod-assignment display

CONNECTIVITY
USB-C (power + MIDI) plus a second USB-C dedicated to power 3.5 mm TRS Type A MIDI and 5-pin DIN MIDI
Eurorack patch points: gate, modulation, pressure and 1V/oct
Aux audio input and stereo outputs

PRICE AND AVAILABILITY
$999 street price. Available for pre-order, first units expected late summer / early fall 2026"

SEQUENTIAL FOURM: 4 voces analógicas para recrear un clásico

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Video descpription in Googlish:

Instead of a traditional review of the Sequential Fourm, we decided to take a different approach: putting it to work on a specific track. And not just any track: "Fade to Grey" by Visage—an absolute classic of 1980s British synth-pop. Every melodic and accompanying track you’re about to hear was created exclusively using the Fourm, starting from factory sounds (drawn from the approximately 300 initial presets) with only minimal tweaks. The only element not provided by the synth is the drums: an AI-generated Roland CR-78-style pattern, occasionally reinforced with a kick and snare from Logic’s sound library.

Along the way, Pablo demonstrates how to truly harness the power of a modern polyphonic analog synthesizer: polyphonic aftertouch (key for the lead vocal line, where some notes come alive while others fade out completely), intense mixer feedback (ranging from subtle thickening to nonlinear behavior with "ghost" harmonics), audio-rate filter modulation from Oscillator 2 (adding anything from brightness and vocal-like character to total sonic breakdown, depending on the intensity), glide for creating transition sweeps, and the LFO in random mode feeding the filter to ensure every note sounds unique.

We also cover specific recording techniques: layering basslines via MIDI using two different sounds and panning them; doubling hand-played pads so that the two takes aren't identical; and recording a MIDI pattern to free up both hands, allowing you to perform real-time timbral tweaks—adjusting the filter, resonance, and modulation intensity—during the actual audio recording.

📝 A quick refresher on the Fourm: a compact 4-voice analog synthesizer featuring two VCOs per voice, a 4-pole low-pass filter derived from the Prophet-5, one global LFO, two ADSR envelopes, a mixer with feedback capabilities, no internal effects, a mono output, a 37-key "slim" Tactive keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch, and a modulation matrix—inherited from the Pro-1—that is directly accessible right on the front panel. 00:00 Original vs. Fourm Version
00:24 Intro
01:35 Fourm Features
03:34 Polyphonic Aftertouch
04:57 "Fade to Grey" Intro
07:07 Bass
08:34 Chords
10:17 Sweep
12:32 Melody
18:50 "Clavi" Sound
19:34 Drums
20:39 Full "Fade to Grey" Version

KORG Phase8, un sintetizador ACÚSTICO peculiar y asequible

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"Korg Phase8 es un dispositivo musical peculiar y asequible, con un precio por debajo de 100 €, que estará disponible a finales de año. Utiliza barras de metal accionadas por un electroimán, permitiendo generar sonidos únicos mediante la manipulación de pocos parámetros: nivel/velocidad (que puede llegar a saturar y romper el sonido) y envolvente, que controla la duración y el ataque del sonido, desde percusivo y corto hasta más suave y prolongado.

Destaca por su construcción robusta y metálica, lo que resulta sorprendente para su bajo costo. Ofrece opciones creativas como la posibilidad de añadir apagadores, golpear las barras manualmente para producir sonidos o usar la acción electrónica. Incluye un modo de grabación por pasos (step mode) que permite registrar pequeñas secuencias de hasta 8 pasos, aunque también es posible grabar a tiempo real. Cuenta con un efecto con tres variantes, incluyendo delay (desde breve tipo slap o más extenso y con feedbacknpara crear eco) o modulación, capaz de trémolo y variaciones de tono, que se pueden ajustar para añadir animación o prolongar la duración del sonido.

En cuanto a conectividad, dispone de puertos USB, MIDI, sincronismo y una entrada de voltaje que controla alguno de los parámetros comunes. Es un dispositivo rudimentario pero curioso, que da forma a un instrumento simple y económico. Aunque no se espera un rendimiento complejo, su diseño metálico y la posibilidad de experimentar con sonidos lo convierten en una propuesta muy singular, desarrollada en la sede de Korg en Berlín."

Googlish:

"The Korg Phase8 is a unique and affordable musical device, priced under €100, and available later this year. It uses metal bars driven by an electromagnet, allowing unique sounds to be generated by manipulating a few parameters: level/speed (which can saturate and break the sound) and envelope, which controls the duration and attack of the sound, from percussive and short to softer and longer.

It stands out for its robust, metal construction, which is surprising given its low cost. It offers creative options such as adding dampers, manually striking the bars to produce sounds, or using electronic action. It includes a step recording mode that allows you to record small sequences of up to 8 steps, although it is also possible to record in real time. It has an effect with three variations, including delay (from a short slap-like delay to a longer one with feedback to create echo) or modulation, capable of tremolo and pitch variations, which can be adjusted to add animation or extend the duration of the delay. sound.

In terms of connectivity, it has USB, MIDI, sync, and a voltage input that controls some common parameters. It's a rudimentary but interesting device that creates a simple and inexpensive instrument. While complex performance isn't expected, its metallic design and the ability to experiment with sounds make it a very unique offering, developed at Korg's headquarters in Berlin.

ARTEMIS, un polifónico ANALÓGICO compacto y completo

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"El buen sabor que acostumbra a dejar Dreadbox con sus analógicos está presente en el sintetizador polifónico Artemis, que ofrece seis voces sustractivas y las completa con 4 efectos para llegar, pese a lo compacto del formato en módulo, a sonidos a través sus salidas estéreo.

No habíamos traído a Hispasonic este modelo que recientemente ha pasado a estar disponible en tiendas, así que hemos aprovechado la visita a Superbooth 2025 para daros a conocer sus características y mostrároslo en acción en varios de los primeros presets de los hasta 512 que puede alojar internamente.

00:00 Intro y presentación
00:50 Demo de sonido
06:50 Arquitectura"

Googlish:

"The good taste that Dreadbox usually leaves with its analog synthesizers is present in the Artemis polyphonic synthesizer, which offers six subtractive voices and complements them with four effects to achieve sounds through its stereo outputs, despite the compactness of its module format.

We hadn't brought this model to Hispasonic, which has recently become available in stores, so we took advantage of our visit to Superbooth 2025 to introduce you to its features and show it in action with several of the first presets of the up to 512 it can store internally.

00:00 Intro and presentation
00:50 Sound demo
06:50 Architecture"

NEW from NOVATION at Superbooth 2025: Launch Control XL MK3 and more

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"In this video from Superbooth 2025, Chris Calcutt from Novation presents the latest news from the brand. He highlights the launch of the new Launch Control XL MK3, a MIDI controller with 24 encoders, 8 faders and 16 programmable buttons. This new version includes a display that allows easy visualization of what is being controlled, as well as MIDI output for use with external hardware.

Launch Control XL v3 offers advanced integration with DAWs such as Ableton Live, Logic and Cubase, allowing script-level control. The ability to save up to 15 different configurations makes it extremely versatile. It can be connected to devices such as Circuit Tracks for full access to deep synth parameters directly from the hardware.

Novation Components software allows full customization of all Launch Control XL controls, including high-resolution (14-bit) configurability and hotkey assignment.
The Launch Control XL v3 is expected to hit stores during the summer of 2025.

Also shown is the Launch Key 37, now available in white, unchanged in features but with new aesthetics. In addition, they present the special Swifty edition of the Bass Station 2, with artwork designed by the artist Swifty, who appears in the video making a work for the booth.

00:00 Introduction
00:16 Launchkey Keyboards in white
00:51 Bass Station II Swifty Edition
01:16 Launch Control XL
04:45 Novation Components with Launch Control XL
06:12 Availability"

GIGANTIC controller for YAMAHA MONTAGE M

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"Just seeing and touching this marvel has already justified going to Superbooth 2025. Two huge hardware editors that show the guts of ANX and FMX, two of the synthesis systems available in Montage M.

You can imagine the feeling of being in front of such a display of controls to edit a synth with the power of Montage. PG-Anx and PG-Fmx aesthetically rival the huge cabinets of the first experimental hand-built synthesizers.

The front end of the Montage M, with its dual display and faders, encoders, and pushbuttons, is itself an excellent solution for sound creation. And the software version of the Montage M (ESP) can also be used as a keyboard editor for those who prefer it. But there is no doubt that being in front of these monstrous panels is irreplaceable.

In case anyone is tempted to purchase them: as you can imagine, it is not Yamaha's intention to market them. Too bad!"

Moog Messenger demo @ Superbooth

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"The new Moog Messenger upholds the brand's tradition in architecture, sound, and… price. At 849 euros, it’s hardly the most affordable monophonic synth on the market, but it’s an appealing choice for those seeking a Moog. It blends original Moog tradition with some newer features for a variety of sounds.

In the Messenger, you’ll find options like bass compensation when increasing resonance, wavefolding, continuously variable waveforms in the oscillators, FM between oscillators and to the multimode filter, a sub-oscillator that stands out with its variable waveform (almost a third oscillator), looping envelopes… With presets, a sequencer, and an arpeggiator, but without effects or polyphony, it left us particularly impressed with its robust and intuitive bass sound creation and transformation.

Wisely, Moog only teased partial details of the new Messenger two days before Superbooth 2025 kicked off, drawing a big crowd to their booth. Eight units were available to try in Berlin, where we got to showcase it. What do you think?

00:00 Intro
00:32 Oscillators and filter
03:55 Sound Demo (1)
06:32 LFOs and modulation
07:31 Connections
8:08 Sound Demo (2)
15:33 Conclusions"

MAGNOLIA, one of the HIGHLIGHTS of Superbooth

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"We went inside the Frap Tools booth at the Berlin Superbooth to explore the Magnolia, a polyphonic synthesizer that has caught everyone's attention.

Magnolia stands out for its unique architecture, with two oscillators that break with convention: a through-zero oscillator that allows analog linear FM, evoking the classic timbres of Yamaha's FM synthesizers, but in a 100% analog format. It also features a more traditional oscillator with octave controls, variable waveform and a wave folder to add richness and timbral complexity. Want metallic sounds or subtractive textures? Magnolia dares to do both.

This synth also impresses with its polyphony and bithermality, allowing everything from dense sounds in dual mode to splits and morphing between presets. Each voice features two independent filters (low pass and high pass), extensive modulations with synchronizable LFOs, dedicated envelopes and an effects stage that includes analog distortion and digital slots for delays and modulations (still under development), as well as a built-in sequencer and expressive controls such as aftertouch, expression pedals and modulatable panning.

In this video you will hear sound demos that show the versatility of the Magnolia, from expansive stereo leads to vibrant textures with delayed vibrato. We also tell you details about its release, scheduled for late 2025 at an estimated price of 3995 €.

00:00 Intro
00:25 Sound Demo
04:29 Synthesis architecture
09:43 Availability and pricing"

ESI Xsynth: SINTETIZADOR, CONTROLADOR e INTERFAZ de audio todo en uno

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See the ESI label below for more.

KURZWEIL K2061: more affordable VAST synthesis

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"Kurzweil's new models, the K2061 and K2088, could be seen unplugged at NAMM 2024, but this year they were fully functional and we were able to see them, touch them and try them out, paying more attention to the cheaper K2061.

Video index:
00:00 Intro
00:09 Sound demo 1
1:04 Features
4:50 Sound demo 2

🎹 Main technical specifications:
V.A.S.T. synthesis engine with VA capability, 6-operator FM and organ modeling
256 polyphony voices
32 parts per program and 16 MIDI zones
4GB total memory (divided between factory and user)
32 simultaneous effects
16-track sequencer

The keyboards use Fatar mechanisms: TP/9 semi-weighted on the K2061 and TP/40L with hammer action on the K2088. Both models include channel aftertouch and a ribbon controller. The interface has a non-touch 480x272 pixel color display and a set of physical controls. Editor software for Windows and MacOS has been announced.

The K2061 is significantly cheaper than the K2700 ($2,199), while the 2088 is similarly priced ($2,999)."

Behringer BX1: SOUNDS DEMO

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:First look at the Behringer BX1 from NAMM 2025: straight from the company's booth, we get a demonstration of their bold fusion of legendary technologies. This synthesizer combines 32-voice FM synthesis (inspired by the Yamaha DX1) with coveted CS-80-style analog filters. In this brief demo with the Behringer team, we explore its main features: the impressive LED editing panel reminiscent of the original DX1, resonant HPF/LPF filters with optional 24 dB/oct mode, comprehensive built-in effects section, and professional connectivity including balanced outputs and breath control input.

The BX1 is one of the most talked-about surprise releases at this year's NAMM, though we'll have to wait until next year to see it in stores. What do you think about this fusion of classic technologies? Let us know in the comments!"

¿A qué suena un sintetizador de 25.000€? Probamos el imponente Schmidt

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"Una bestia total de los sintes analógicos con teclado, Schmidt lleva años vieniendo a Superbooth. Ya era hora de ir nosotros a él, aunque eso deja marcado de por vida a quien lo hace.

El panel ya lo dice todo, y los detalles lo confirman. Un macro sintetizador que no escatima a la hora de ofrecer poderío analógico, y ya puede, dado su precio de 25.000 euros (sí, tal como lo lees). ¿Cuántas veces habéis oído hablar en este tipo de formato de un sinte con 7 filtros simultáneos en cada voz? Polifonía y multitimbralidad que alcanzan las 8 voces para usar hasta 8n sonidos. Ausencia total de efectos y un sonido potente que no los necesita."

Googlish:

"A total beast of analog keyboard synths, Schmidt has been coming to Superbooth for years. It was time for us to go to him, although that leaves those who do it marked for life.

The panel already says it all, and the details confirm it. A macro synthesizer that doesn't skimp when it comes to offering analog power, and it already can, given its price of 25,000 euros (yes, just as you read it). How many times have you heard of a synth with 7 simultaneous filters on each voice in this type of format? Polyphony and multitimbrality that reach 8 voices to use up to 8n sounds. Total absence of effects and a powerful sound that doesn't need them."

La 67 presenta Dada y MODii, nuevos módulos Eurorack

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"Cerramos el capítulo hispano de la Superbooth con La 67, marca también con sede en Barcelona. Su responsable, Daniel Authier, nos presenta los dos nuevos módulos Eurorack que presentaron en la feria: Dada, un saturador y amplificador VC dual, y MODii, una envolvente doble.

Más sobre La 67: http://lasesentaysiete.com"

Googlish:

"We close the Hispanic chapter of the Superbooth with La 67, a brand also based in Barcelona. Its manager, Daniel Authier, introduces us to the two new Eurorack modules that they presented at the fair: Dada, a dual VC saturator and amplifier, and MODii, a double envelope.

More about La 67: http://lasesentaysiete.com"

Patching Panda Particles, variaciones creativas en Eurorack

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Oberheim OB-X8, a monster roars at Superbooth

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"The first instrument from the reborn Oberheim is a monster for a variety of reasons: for its size and price, of course, but above all for the heritage it carries inside, condensing the sound of four great synths: OB-X, OB-XA, OB-8 and OB-SX, covering a golden era spanning from 1979 to 1983.

We had the chance to try it out at Superbooth with Gerry Bassermann, who introduced us to its classic sound engine, its new keyboard, its filters and oscillators, and the mythical 'page 2' secrets."

Befaco AC/DC, interfaz de audio Eurorack

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"Befaco estuvo un año más presente en la Superbooth de Berlín, esta vez con una propuesta mucho menos analógica que de costumbre: AC/DC, una interfaz de audio acoplada en continua, en formato Eurorack.

AC/DC se basa en la plataforma OWL de Rebel Technology, y aquí reside probablemente su mayor atractivo. Permite enviar y recibir tanto CV como audio a 16 bits/48 KHz, así como cargar patches de la librería de Rebel. Es compatible con los DAW y generadores de CV más populares, y también sirve como procesador de audio/CV para aplicaciones iOS."

Googlish:

"Befaco was once again present at the Berlin Superbooth, this time with a much less analog proposal than usual: AC/DC, a continuously coupled audio interface in Eurorack format.

AC/DC is based on Rebel Technology's OWL platform, and this is probably its biggest draw. It allows you to send and receive both CV and 16-bit/48KHz audio, as well as load patches from the Rebel library. It is compatible with most popular DAWs and CV generators, and also serves as an audio/CV processor for iOS apps."

Tesseract, módulos Eurorack desde Sevilla

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"Mangu Díaz es un sevillano enfrascado en una miríada de proyectos musicales. Entre ellos está Tesseract, su propia marca Eurorack, cuya lista de módulos anda ya por la veintena.

En este vídeo nos explica detalladamente el funcionamiento de Tukra, un secuenciador de 8 pistas con audio y midi que promete ser "una solución todo en uno para la batería en tu rack" y además, tiene una gran capacidad de integración con otros equipos (no sólo Eurorack). En Tukra no hay submenús, todas las funciones y vistas son accesibles en todo momento, y ofrece hasta 64 pasos por patrón, 64 patrones, 64 partes y 16 canciones por proyecto.

También nos muestra su última creación, Step Fader MkII, que estará disponible este mismo año. Como su nombre indica, es la evolución del anterior Step Fader, un secuenciador dual que presume de ser divertido de usar.

00:00 Introducción
00:21 Tukra
10:06 Step Fader MkII"

Googlish:

"Mangu Díaz is a Sevillian immersed in a myriad of musical projects. Among them is Tesseract, its own Eurorack brand, whose list of modules is already in its twenties.

In this video he explains in detail how Tukra works, an 8-track sequencer with audio and midi that promises to be "an all-in-one solution for the drums in your rack" and also has a great capacity for integration with other equipment (not Eurorack only). In Tukra there are no submenus, all functions and views are accessible at all times, and it offers up to 64 steps per pattern, 64 patterns, 64 parts, and 16 songs per project.

He also shows us his latest creation, Step Fader MkII, which will be available later this year. As its name suggests, it is the evolution of the previous Step Fader, a dual sequencer that claims to be fun to use.

00:00 Introduction
00:21 Tukra
10:06 Step Fader MkII"

Xjam, nuevo controlador de pads y repaso a las interfaces ESI

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Guessing this is the same ESi posted back in 2008 here.

"Aunque el lanzamiento oficial se producirá en el inminente NAMM, ESI mostraba en su stand Xjam, un coqueto controlador de pads y encoders. Os contamos sus características y repasamos otros productos recientes de su catálogo, en particular sus interfaces MIDI con detección automática de entradas y salidas que además aportan un útil hub USB 3.0 y disponibles en variantes de 8 o 16 conexiones clásicas MIDI DIN 5 puntas, o alguno de los recientes modelos de interfaces ultracompactos con interfaz tanto Dante (Ethernet) como USB."

Googlish:

"Although the official launch will take place at the imminent NAMM, ESI was showing Xjam, a cute controller for pads and encoders, at its booth. We tell you about its features and review other recent products from its catalogue, in particular its MIDI interfaces with automatic detection of inputs and outputs that also provide a useful USB 3.0 hub and are available in variants of 8 or 16 classic MIDI DIN 5-pin connections, or any of recent ultra-compact interface models with both Dante (Ethernet) and USB interfaces."

Sequential Take 5, gran tacto y sonido en un polifónico de 3 octavas

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"Esta ha sido una de nuestras primeras paradas en Superbooth 2022. El espacio de Sequential, lleno de ejemplares de todo su catálogo actual, nos ha permitido probar el Take 5, polifónico de 5 octavas con el que nos hemos sentido muy a gusto desde el primer momento.

Podéis escucharlo a través de unos pocos ejemplos jugando con sus primeros presets y alterándolos rápidamente desde el panel."

"This has been one of our first stops at Superbooth 2022. The Sequential space, full of copies from its entire current catalog, has allowed us to test Take 5, a 5-octave polyphonic with which we have felt very comfortable since the first moment.

You can listen to it through a few examples playing with its first presets and quickly altering them from the panel."