Morphor marks upcoming availability of ECHON 6 as world’s first polysynth based around analogue BBD resonators by announcing opening of pre-orders
GHENT, BELGIUM: having twice turned heads and opened ears thanks to show-stealing showcases at SUPERBOOTH25, May 8-10, FEZ-Berlin, Germany and Machina Bristronica 2025, September 27-28, Bristol, UK, Morphor marks upcoming availability of its eagerly-awaited ECHON 6 — being billed as the world’s first polyphonic synthesizer based around BBD (Bucket-Brigade Delay) resonators, building upon the Belgium-based collective of artists, engineers, and musicians with a passion for creative sound experience and radical acoustic ideas’ illustrious Eurorack expertise in that area as its inaugural standalone (rack-mountable) desktop design — by announcing the opening of pre-orders as of October 23…
As an ANALOGUE POLYPHONIC MULTI-TIMBRAL BBD SYNTHESIZER — helpfully highlighted by the on point wording worked tastefully into its fitting front panel design’s execution, ECHON 6 brings the principals of modal synthesis into the analogue domain. Far from reimagining a digital concept with modern analogue circuitry, it readily redefines how resonance and excitation can interact. And as the world’s first polyphonic synthesizer based around BBD resonators, no less, each of its six voices features a discrete BBD RESONATOR that tracks the keyboard, producing organic overtones and complex harmonic depth. Duly allowing its users to excite those resonators in creative ways, ECHON 6 can generate anything from plucked and bowed strings over leads and basses to big pads and evolving soundscapes. Combining comprehensive multi-timbral capabilities, a 9 x 32 modulation matrix, a full analogue signal path, and a one-knob-per-function approach, ECHON 6 ultimately unites experimental sound design with classic polyphony. Indeed, its architecture invites exploration at every stage of that analogue signal path.
AMBIENT TEXTURES AND FIELD RECORDINGS IN SYMBIOSIS
Ambient Landscapes transforms your Novation Circuit Tracks into a powerful Ambient machine. A conceptual sound pack merging evocative synth patches with organic field recordings, designed to transport the listener into mental and physical landscapes — from frozen horizons and industrial echoes to bustling cities, flowing rivers, and vast mountain ranges.
Perfect for Ambient, Drone, Cinematic, IDM, experimental, Downtempo, and conceptual electronic explorations. An essential toolkit not only for musicians, but also for audiovisual creators, providing immersive atmospheres and authentic textures that enhance film scores, game audio, and multimedia productions.
Ambient Landscapes content: A complete conceptual toolkit merging Ambient sound design with organic field recordings, built to inspire deep Ambient explorations and evolving soundscapes on Novation Circuit Tracks.
128 Patches (64 new and original patches + 64 variations):
Machinedrum Sample Pack The Elektron Machinedrum, first introduced in the early 2000s, was not simply a drum machine. It was a digital architecture built to generate percussion with surgical precision and metallic sharpness. Its synthesis models produced results that went beyond drum programming, moving into the territory of sound design. Even today, no software plugin has managed to fully replicate its distinctive texture. This collection captures that uniqueness. Every sample was recorded directly from the Machinedrum itself. No external processing, no layering. What you hear is the circuitry of early Elektron design, distilled into one-shots that highlight the instrument’s raw identity.
1. Yamaha | MODX M | Elevate Expression Everywhere - Official Overview
2. Yamaha | MODX M | Sound Demo - Hear the Future of Expression
"Discover the new Yamaha MODX M Series, a next-generation synthesizer that elevates sound, control, and creativity for musicians everywhere.
Building on the DNA of our flagship MONTAGE M, MODX M delivers expressive performance and a professional workflow in a compact, lightweight design. Built for stage, studio, and beyond.
🎹 Key Features:
• Three powerful engines: AN-X (vintage analog), FM-X (modern digital), AWM2 (realistic acoustic instruments)
• Motion Control Synthesis: Shape sound in real time with the Super Knob, Motion Sequences & Envelope Follower
• High-resolution control: Smooth faders, knobs, and key response for ultimate expression
• Expanded Softsynth Plugin (E.S.P.): A virtual version of MODX M for your DAW (available early 2026)
• Compact, portable design: Perfect for working musicians on the move
🎧 Designed to inspire, wherever your music takes you."
Yamaha MODX M Synthesizer w/ KRAFT Music
video uploads by Kraft Music
Playlist:
1. Yamaha MODX M Synthesizer - Advanced Tutorial with Blake Angelos
"Yamaha has taken the brains in its flagship synth Montage M, and put it in a much less expensive package. Here are the details and comparison to MODX+ and Montage M
Get plenty of multi-samples for it, and my In-Complete Book of Electronic Music Ideas, Tips and Tricks
► Patreon: / loopop"
Ghosts is a 6-voice physical modeling effect and instrument.
Excite high-fidelity strings, tubes, and bars to conjure resonant objects and acoustic environments: a blooming cello, a playful xylophone. From organic realism to spectral fantasy.
Retune the voices to preset chords — including custom chords and microtonal scales. Connect a MIDI keyboard for polyphonic play and the full spectrum of its synthesis engine.
"Waiting List and Manual: http://vadjuse.ru/kaleidoscope_en
Kaleidoscope is a 4-track multitimbral synthesizer for creating generative music. It supports additive, subtractive, physical modeling, and FM synthesis. It has a built-in generative sequencer. Tracks can be combined into polyphonic groups or joined into stacks.
“Canada’s only festival focussed on the art and music of the modular synthesizer”
Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, September 8, 2025 — This September 19–20, electronic musicians of all styles—from classical to punk, and everything in between— will gather in Brandon Manitoba to share their art, music and technology over two jam-packed days of innovative performances, informative presentations and interactive activities at six free-to-attend, family friendly concerts and events spread across downtown Brandon and the BU campus.
"Machinedrum Sample Pack https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store... The Elektron Machinedrum, first introduced in the early 2000s, was not simply a drum machine. It was a digital architecture built to generate percussion with surgical precision and metallic sharpness. Its synthesis models produced results that went beyond drum programming, moving into the territory of sound design. Even today, no software plugin has managed to fully replicate its distinctive texture. This collection captures that uniqueness. Every sample was recorded directly from the Machinedrum itself. No external processing, no layering. What you hear is the circuitry of early Elektron design, distilled into one-shots that highlight the instrument’s raw identity.
"In this video we explore the principles of physical modeling synthesis using DFAM and Spectravox.
We begin with a summary of physical modeling synthesis. Physical modeling models an excitation signal (the isolated sound of a finger hitting a drum head, a pick plucking a guitar sting, a bow bowing a cello string) and a resonating body (a drum, a wooden block, a string coupled with a wooden body, etc.). Excitation signals are usually very short sounds full of harmonics and noise – we use DFAM to sculpt a broadband signal with lots of internal dynamics using DFAM’s three envelopes. Spectravox’s ten resonant filters with individual level control are then used to model a resonating body. DFAM’s velocity sequencer further allows us to create a sequence with harder or softer drum hits, while its pitch sequencer can move Spectravox’s filters via the SHIFT input for fascinating tonal changes."
Labyrinth and Subharmonicon | Tangled Transpositions
"In this video we tie Labyrinth and Subharmonicon’s sequencers together for tangled transpositional movement.
We begin by mixing the VCA outputs of each instrument using Labyrinth’s utility mixer. We then show how to quantize Subharmonicon’s two sequencers to generate sequences of octaves and then add those sequences to Labyrinth’s two sequencers to generate polyrhythmic octave transpositions. Labyrinth’s voice is sequenced by Labyrinth SEQ 1 and transposed by Subharmonicon SEQ 2 while Subharmonicon’s voice is sequenced by Labyrinth SEQ 2 and transposed by Subharmoncon SEQ 1. With Labyrinth’s quantizer set to Hirajoshi pentatonic scaling octave transpositions from Subharmonicon work well regardless of western tonality. Using more traditional western scales from Labyrinth we can set the steps of Subharmonicon to values other than octaves (e.g. perfect fourths/fifths) provided we stay in key."
"Machinedrum Sample Pack https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store... The Elektron Machinedrum, first introduced in the early 2000s, was not simply a drum machine. It was a digital architecture built to generate percussion with surgical precision and metallic sharpness. Its synthesis models produced results that went beyond drum programming, moving into the territory of sound design. Even today, no software plugin has managed to fully replicate its distinctive texture. This collection captures that uniqueness. Every sample was recorded directly from the Machinedrum itself. No external processing, no layering. What you hear is the circuitry of early Elektron design, distilled into one-shots that highlight the instrument’s raw identity.
"WirePluck is a new synthesizer created in the tradition of the Rob Papen brand, which is known for thinking outside the box with innovative musical instruments. These are all possible now due to the amazing power of today's computers!
At the heart of WirePluck are the three layers made up from four selectable source synthesis types, which allow you to create new synthesizer pluck sounds! And nope... the focus is not in recreating real acoustic instruments, but creating new inspirational sounds!
The user interface has been laid out in the Main screen in a way that allows for fast editing using the most important parameters, selecting different ARP presets, and selecting the ‘Advance’ screen on which all available parameters can be tweaked.
The 1st source synthesis type for each layer is ‘Wire’, a newly developed sound source that sounds a bit like hitting a wire.
The 2nd source synthesis type available is ‘String’, which uses a custom Karplus physical modelling synthesis.
The 3rd source synthesis type is ‘FM’, which is a 3-Operator FM (phase modulation) synthesizer. A unique addition is that each Oscillator also has a Pitch Envelope Decay control, which is uncommon in classic FM synthesis, but great to add extra pluck to the sound.
The 4th source synthesis type is ‘Wave’, which is a 1 Oscillator subtractive synthesizer lineup featuring an array of various Filter types.
All of these different sources can be combined in the 3 layers of course and each layer has its output routing.
The included FX inside WirePluck are ‘Distortion’ with various types, ‘Modulation FX’ which are Chorus, Flanger and so on, a Stereo Delay, and our top-notch Reverb!
WirePluck also features a fully featured ARP, an extensive Chord Memory section, Modulation Matrix and of course our cool ‘Ribbon Controller’.
Last but not least, we have added a bank manager, including many great presets by Rob himself and other sound designers!"
No mention in the listing whether he owned one in general or if this is his specific unit. Regardless the SX-WSA1 is interesting in that it employs physical modeling synthesis and that it's by Technics. You can find previous posts featuring the WSA1 including some demos here.
"We can be grateful that Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave has a full MIDI SYSEX implementation and documentation: [Google doc link]
This is getting rare these days.
I was provided with 3rd Wave firmware v1.8gRC25 for testing purposes so that’s why you may notice some features in the editor, new compared to 1.8f (the current official release).
GENERIC FEATURES:
- Display parameter Name and Value - Double click a slider or button to reset it to a default value - MIDI data rate efficient: only sends a MIDI message if the parameter value is incremented or decremented by 1
SPECIFIC FEATURES (FW v1.8gRC25): - 2 Editor Pages per 3rd Wave Multi parameters (total of eight Pages for the four 3rd Wave Parts) - 1 Editor Page for 3rd Wave Single parameters - 1 Editor Page for 3rd Wave Sequencer parameters - All 1385 Program (All 4 Parts Multi + All Single + All Sequencer) parameters implemented in the editor. Program parameters are bidirectional using NRPN and SYSEX - MIDI Channel selection slider - Bank (change) + Program (change) selection slider + buttons - Buffer Request, Buffer Init, Buffer Write and Program Write buttons using SYSEX
WORKFLOW 1 EDITING FROM PATCH (starting at 00:05 in the video above): - Select a Bank & Program - Press Buffer Request to load it to the editor - Start editing (the loaded patch) on the editor (the Patch is edited in the synth buffer) - Naming - Press Buffer Request to record it in your DAW / SYSEX librarian; or save it manually in the synth - Select a Bank & Program (Optional) - Press Program Write to save it in the synth
WORKFLOW 2 EDITING FROM SCRATCH (starting at 02:20 in the video above): - Press Buffer Init to send an init patch to the synth buffer - Start editing (the init patch) on the editor (the Patch is edited in the synth buffer) - Naming - Select a Bank & Program (Optional) - Press Program Write to save it to the synth
- Consistent User Experience (no skeuomorphism): Color coding of synth blocks (VCO1 in blue, VCO2 in green, VCF in orange, etc..) which makes it extremely efficient and consistent across synths (rather than using different synth UI or dedicated editors).
- No 'Shift' Button: All parameters are laid out in one page if possible, on the editors.
"The TEO-5 desktop module delivers the same signature sounds and synthesis features as its acclaimed keyboard counterpart. With genuine analog oscillators, the Oberheim SEM™ filter, and an intuitive knob-based interface, it fits seamlessly into your setup, offering powerful, hands-on control in an even more compact size.
Compact Creativity: Redefine Your Studio with the TEO-5 desktop
San Francisco, CA – [July 1, 2025] – Oberheim is proud to announce the release of the TEO-5 desktop module, a compact yet powerful addition to their venerated line of synthesizers. Designed for musicians and producers who want the iconic Oberheim sound in a space-saving format, the TEO-5 desktop module delivers all the same signature sounds and synthesis features as its sibling, the acclaimed TEO-5 keyboard.
TEO-5 boasts genuine analog oscillators and the legendary SEM™ multimode filter, allowing users to recreate the classic Oberheim sounds that have shaped decades of music. With extensive modulations, including linear, through-zero FM, and modern effects, the TEO-5 desktop module offers new sonic frontiers to explore.
The intuitive knob-based experience of its keyboard counterpart is also carried over into the TEO-5 desktop module. And all synthesis features are still easily accessible from the top panel, allowing users to make the real-time adjustments needed to fine-tune their sound with ease. This hands-on approach ensures that musicians can quickly dial in the perfect Oberheim tone for their music.
Ideal for synthesists with limited studio space, the TEO-5 desktop module provides all the exceptional presets and sonic control of the keyboard version in a footprint that's less than half the size. This compact design allows the TEO-5 desktop module to fit seamlessly into any creative workflow, making it a versatile addition to any setup.
“The meaning of the word ‘module’ has changed quite a bit since I first designed my Synthesizer Expansion Module or SEM back in 1974,” said Tom Oberheim. “But even back then, musicians appreciated getting tons of great sounds in a compact package. The TEO-5 keyboard has already gone farther and wider than SEM, and I’m excited to see this desktop module version introduce even more people to the magic.”
The TEO-5 desktop module is available now, with a US MAP price of $1,399.
"Following the success of Ambient Ø, we’re introducing ‘LIVEN Evoke’ — a new category of ambient music box that blends acoustic-inspired synthesis with hypnotic granular textures.
‘Evoke’ builds on the emotional soundscape tradition we pioneered, offering A creators a deeply expressive tool for composing cinematic ambient and post-classical music."
MSRP: US: $239 UK: £229 (incl. VAT) AU: AU$399 (incl. GST) CA: CA$329
First Batch: 100 units — Shipping Starts from June 30. Check with dealers on the right for availability.
Additional Details:
■ Nostalgia-Evoking Ambient Music Box Timelessly interwoven with synthesized acoustic instruments and a hypnotic granular effect.
■ Acoustronic Flux Oscillator New synth engine that turns acoustic-instrument essence into a unique 'acoustronic' sound.
■ Grain FX: Musical Granular Effect Micro-grain slicing transforms phrases into musical glitches and evolving textures.
■ Dense & Multi-Dimensional Reverb 10 diverse reverbs—including the veiled ambience 'Mirage'—for deep atmospheres.
■ All-in-One 4-Track Sequencer LIVEN’s signature 4 -track sequencer, known for recording performances and sound changes.
3. KALEIDOSCOPE. 10 Фишек Системы Управления и Генеративного Секвенсора [same as 2 but in Russian]
Kaleidoscope has 4 tracks, each with its own timbre. You can assemble a whole ensemble: drums, bass, leads, strings, percussion, drones, noises and others...
If you place the same timbres on all tracks, you will get a classic polyphonic synthesizer.
Use the methods: subtractive synthesis additive synthesis synthesis of physical modeling FM synthesis
Kaleidoscope has on each track: complex oscillator for creating multiple waveforms wavefolder hardsync filter with resonance combo filter for creating echoes and resonances overload FM mixer router audio mixer router
Generative Sequencer
Kaleidoscope has a built-in generative sequencer for creating rhythmic and parametric patterns.
It is based on functional methods for creating control signals and triggers.
Such a sequencer works as an add-on to the control system and does not conflict with external sequencers.
The generative sequencer can be used to create rhythmic patterns and parametric arpeggios.
Modulation matrix
Each envelope generates a trigger at the end of its attack-decay cycle . This trigger can be passed to any other envelope to trigger it.
If the envelope triggers itself, it becomes something like a low-frequency oscillator (LFO).
If the envelope trigger exchange is disabled, it operates in normal ADSR mode.
Modulation matrix
Almost all synthesizers on the market have a two-dimensional modulation matrix. You select only one parameter for the modulator (envelope or LFO) from several available track parameters.
Kaleidoscope has a three-dimensional modulation matrix . You select not only the parameter for the modulator, but also the track on which this parameter is located.
You can combine modulators in any way you like. Assign multiple modulators to one parameter. Modulate the envelope duration or pattern. Create feedback loops. Negative feedback loops stabilize behavior. Positive feedback loops, on the contrary, destabilize it and turn it into chaos.
In Kaleidoscope you modulate not only the timbral parameters, but also the dynamics of this modulation. This opens up a new dimension of sound exploration.
Similar possibilities can be found in the world of modulars, but not in the world of standalone synthesizers.
Rhythmi is a Eurorack drum sequencer that allows you to dial in your groove, and explore it by evolving the pattern and modulating the energy. It allows for rhythmic inspiration and creativity without the burden of step programming. The evolve parameter enables smooth transitions between related rhythms through the use of branches. New branches can be generated at the push of a button, loading up a whole new branch of related rhythms to explore. The Evolve parameter is the heart of Rhythmi, its inspiration, and defining feature. Allowing rhythms to shift, transform, and melt into one another.
The Clock Section provides internal or external clocking with division or multiplication. The Customize Section shapes individual drum elements through density and syncopation. The Global Section introduces macro-level control over the rhythm via the Energy, Evolve, Length and Swing parameters, dynamically shaping fills and variations. Rhythmi has a jumper cable connector on the back to pair up seamlessly with Beatsi, the drum voice it was designed alongside with.
2. This is Beatsi.
Beatsi is our love letter to modular drums! Inspired by classic modular drum synthesis which uses the fundamental building blocks, Beatsi’s timbres were created using the same methods, only digitally, to minimize footprint. Beatsi is not a sample player or a physical modeller, and it’s meant to be that way. Beatsi’s interface allows for control over individual piece Timbre, Pitch, Decay, and Level. The timbres are organized into 3 kits: an orange (acoustic) kit, a blue (low-fi) kit, and a green (alien) kit. Within these kits the timbres blend smoothly into one another allowing for seamless modulation. Beatsi has two CV modulation inputs which are assignable to any and all parameters with individual attenuversion. Beatsi may be small, but it packs a serious punch.
3. This is Rosci.
TUNABLE PARAMETERS BREAKDOWN:
COMPLEXITY: Essentially a generation of unique timbre.
ROUNDNESS: Set the basic shape of your waveform. Go from from sharp to soft sound, similar to filtering.
HARMONICS: Add up to 6 harmonies to your sound. The choir's here.
FORMANTS: Accentuate certain overtones in your sound (like a voice singing "ooo", "ahh", "eee").
DETUNE: Add a classic 'detune' with a changing phase wave for extra wide sound.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
It is a pipeline of algorithms, which generates and modifies a waveform starting from top to bottom. Rosci works on a principle of key points: the generate button generates key point location and amplitudes to be passed down the pipeline.
Tunable parameters:
Beginning with complexity, you set the number of key points (even numbers only to create a waveform). Lowest complexity sets two points, and highest complexity sets up to 20 points. The number of key points will vary with each waveform generated. From there, the roundness sets the type of interpolation of the key points, from square to sine. Adjusting the harmonics creates copies of the waveform and adds them to the original waveform at double, triple, ... up to 6x the base frequency. Formants maintains the frequency of the wave, but squishes it so there is 'empty space' in between (this is also called pulsar synthesis). Finally, detune copies the waveform and 'detunes it' by increasing the frequency ever so slightly. And there you have it: a unique Rosci soundscape :)
4. This is Melodi.
Melodi is a semi-random sequence generator built for Eurorack! No more time spent fidgeting with sequence steps, Melodi generates sequences based on the mood you set so you can create the sound you’re searching for—It can be tweaked to create anything from a powerful bassline to a sparkly melody.
"Arturia just released the latest version of its flagship all-in-one software synth for modern producers.
When Arturia set out to create Pigments, the goal was ambitious yet simple: to design a synthesizer that would inspire creativity and redefine the boundaries of modern sound design. It was born out of a need to merge traditional synthesis paradigms with the latest innovation, and has evolved into one of the most versatile and intuitive software synthesizers available.
With each iteration, Pigments has grown alongside its community, empowering sound designers, producers, and composers to craft everything from intricate textures to explosive soundscapes. Today, as we unveil Pigments 6, this evolution reaches a new zenith, reaffirming Arturia’s mission to deliver a synthesizer as innovative as the artists who use it....
With Pigments 6, users can explore the new Modal Engine, new filters, a brand-new vocoder effect, enhanced granular functionality, fresh modulation possibilities, and a host of additional improvements – all designed to take multi-engine sound design to new heights.
Existing users can update Pigments for free and access an introductory offer on Explorations preset bundles. If you’re new to Pigments, you can make the most of an introductory price and discount on these expansions."
Arturia Pigments 6: New modal engine, voice features and more!
"We take a detailed look at the new features in Arturia Pigments version 6. This is a major release that introduces the new modal engine that models the behavior of acoustic instruments and sound sources; the vocoder effect; the cluster and lo-fi filters, and new modulation sources.
00:00 Introduction
00:28 The Modal Engine
08:43 Modulating the Modal Engine, and the Voice Modulator
11:17 The Cluster Filters
14:29 Lo-Fi Filter
16:10 The Vocoder
19:08 Envelope Follower
21:09 Factory Presets
31:27 Conclusion"
ARTURIA PIGMENTS 6 - First Look & Top New Features
"Arturia Pigments 6 🔥 received a major update, introducing the Modal engine loved by Minifreak and Microfreak users. Now, there are more settings and expanded possibilities for physical modeling. It’s particularly great for creating mystical bells.
I also really enjoyed the new Lo-Fi Filter, especially when paired with Jitter.
Among other things: a vocoder, a new modulator, filters, an Envelope Follower, and various interface improvements.
And, as usual, 100 new presets were added as a nice bonus, showcasing the new features of version 6. In this video, I'll walk you through my favorite sounds.
"This is my first sound bank I designed for Pigments.
The sounds that you will hear, are single sounds, directly recorded from Pigments, without any additional processing.
Enjoy
