The Skeleton Dance | A new original score to the Disney animated classic!

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Just in time for Halloween, we present a new original score for Disney's 1929 animated short, *The Skeleton Dance*. The music reflects the character of original animation, which is at once both macabre and humorous.

All music by Amanda Chaudhary using the following instruments
Software synthesizers:
AudioModeling SWAM Double Bass, Baritone Saxiphone, Trombone, and Trumpet
BFD3 drums
Arturia Mellotron and Pigments
Cherry Audio Penetaphonic, Spirit, Atomika
Dawesome Myth
Anukari 3D
EastWest Pop Brass, Orchestral Percussion Gold

Vintage Hardware:
Octave CAT
Yamaha RX5 drum machine

Eurorack modules, etc:
2hp Cat
Buchla 158 "Red Panel"
Strymon Magmeto and Starlab
Metasonix R54
Noise Engineering Sync Bucina
Arturia MiniBrute 2

Source:
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi..."

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See the Halloween post below for additional posts.

Stylophone Mini: The adorable tiny synth you didn't know you needed

video upload by CatSynth TV

"A close look at the Stylophone Mini, the tiniest Stylophone ever! It's a miniature version of the Stylophone S1, complete with key plate and stylus. It also includes a keychain and flashlight, making it a convenient accessory to carry around.

This device arrives in a unique tin package reminiscent of an Altoids case. We unbox the unit to demonstrate its scale and portability, showing how it functions as a fully playable version of the original design."

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The Filternator from Kanawha Music & Art - vintage-inspired resonator

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We look at the Filternator from Kanawha Music and Art, a Eurorack module designed to recreate the sound and behavior of vintage high-Q filters or resonators, like those found in instruments like the Solovox. It's circuit is based on capacitors and inductors, which can be switched on and off to change the frequency and resonance of the module. It is also passive and doesn't require any power.

We take a close look at its behavior with a controlled oscillator signal from our trusty Arturia MiniBrute 2, including CV-based mix modulation. We then try it out with an electronic organ sound from our Cherry Audio Blue3.

To find out more, please visit https://www.kanawhamusic.com/filternator

00:00 Introduction
00:14 Background and overview
01:00 Exploring the Filternator with an Arturia MiniBrute 2 source
04:57 Using the Mix CV for filter modulation
09:49 Filternator with the Cherry Audio Blue3 organ
13:38 Conclusion"

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Cherry Audio Introduces Pentaphonic Synthesizer based on the Gleeman Pentaphonic

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Playlist:

1. Cherry Audio | Introduction to Pentaphonic with Mike Martin
2. Cherry Audio | Translucent Presets for Pentaphonic Synthesizer
3. Cherry Audio | "Pentaphonic Cruise" by Steve Peglar

"Cherry Audio's Pentaphonic synthesizer revives the ultra-rare polyphonic hybrid synthesizer originally developed by Gleeman Instruments in 1981. With fewer than 70 units ever produced, this synthesizer is legendary for its rich tone, distinctive design, and pioneering sequencing capabilities. This emulation faithfully reproduces the lush sound of its digitally controlled oscillator (DCO) and analog-filter architecture while capturing the visual essence of the synthesizer "made to be seen, not just heard."

https://cherryaudio.com/products/pent... Cherry Audio has taken its capabilities to new heights with expanded polyphony, expressive performance, polyphonic and parameter sequencing, and a library of studio-quality effects. Our visual makeover offers a choice of stunning designs inspired by the various looks it sported during its brief existence."

Cherry Audio Pentaphonic: A rare synthesizer masterpiece reborn

video upload by CatSynth TV

"CatSynth presents a deep dive into the new Pentaphonic from our friends at Cherry Audio. This is a recreation of the extremely rare Gleeman Pentaphonic synthesizer, complete with its unique look featuring crystaline transparent knobs and a translucent body. The Pentaphonic was an analog polyphonic synth with a few twists, including three digital oscillators with microcontroller-generated waveforms that were fed into an analog Steiner Parker filter. We explore the emulation of these unique features as well as Cherry Audio's enhancements for modulation, effects, and motion. We also check out a few of the factory and expansion-pack presets.

00:00 Introduction
00:25 History of the Gleeman Pentaphonic
01:10 UI Overview
02:06 Oscillators
07:52 Filter
13:15 Amplifier
15:19 Voice modes
16:57 Effects
19:54 Arpeggiator
22:30 Sequencer
26:38 Factory Presets
30:03 Translucent (James Dyson) expansion pack presets
33:17 Andrew Longhurst pack presets
35:50 Conclusion"
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Press release follows:

"Made to Be Seen, Not Just Heard." Pentaphonic resurrects one of the rarest synthesizers ever made: the 1981 Gleeman Pentaphonic.

Cherry Audio is proud to announce the release of Pentaphonic, an innovative virtual instrument that resurrects one of the rarest synthesizers ever made: the Gleeman Pentaphonic. With fewer than 70 units of the original hardware ever produced, this software version is a compelling opportunity for vintage synth enthusiasts and music producers of all genres.

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EP792 Kanawha Music Race Runner

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"Chris Nagorka from West Virginia-based Kanawha Music and Art demonstrates the Race-Runner analog phaser module live at Knobcon 2026. The Race-Runner is a recreation of the analog phaser from a 1970s Crumar electric piano.

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

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SISKworks cassette loop synth with effects & sequencer | Knobcon 2026

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"Mike Sisk from Siskworks demonstrates the Capstan SM, a unique tape loop synthesizer prototype, at Knobcon 2026. One can think of it as a 'poor man's Mellotron'.

This instrument uses a physical tape loop to create sound. There are five note buttons, each with a trigger and independent speed knob for the motor. Additionally, there are several available effects via a built-in microprocessor. There is even a sequencer that can drive the cassette loop.

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

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0:00 Introduction
0:10 Capstan SM
0:38 Effects
1:52 Sequencer
2:44 Conclusion"

Lens filter from New Systems Instruments | Knobcon 2026

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"Evan from New Systems Instruments takes on a tour of the new Lens filter. It is designed to have a very wode range of focus (bandwidth), allowing from very tight focus on harmonics in the incoming sound to wide moderately-filtered sounds. It also has feedback options for drive and other effects.

The Lens is expected to be available later this fall (2026).

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

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0:00 Introduction
0:18 A tour of the features of Lens
5:16 A demo with tight focus and an inharmonic source
8:44 Conclusion"

Controllers and modules from Biopower Audio | Knobcon 2026

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"Eric from Biopower Audio demonstrates new controllers designed for expressive live performance at Knobcon 2026.

We get an overview of the Biopower Audio lineup, which includes the High Five modular controller system and the Dig It (Joystick) and Manual Override (Faders) The demo also highlights Cerebellum, a newly released logic matrix. This module creates intricate gate patterns, offering a powerful way to manage rhythm and sequencing within a Eurorack modules setup.

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

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0:00 Introdution
0:10 The Biopower Audio lineup
1:49 A focus on hands-on control in modular
3:05 Conclusion"

Void Manufacturing: Tech Noir Deep Dive | Knobcon 2026

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"Joe from Void Engineering gives us a tour of the new Tech Noir reverb/delay module at Knobcon 2026. It draws inspiration from a "broken old rack delay/reverb", delivering some delightfully degraded and time-shifted sounds.

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

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0:00 Exploring the Void Manufacturing Eurorack Lineup
0:31 Unveiling the Tech Noir Delay Reverb Concept
2:00 Navigating the T600, T800, and T1000 Modes
4:48 Where to Find Void Engineering Online"

Control Your Vintage Synths with INARA | Knobcon 2026

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"We get a tour of the new INARA controller series from Five Lined Engineering at Knobcon 2026. These special-purpose controllers are designed to expose the deep parameter sets of vintage synthesizers as physical controls and MIDI CCs for use in live performance and with DAWS. There are three current models, supporting the Korg DW-8000, Yamaha DX7 family, and Roland Alpha Juno, respectively.

For more info, please visit https://www.fivelined.com/"

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Dreamcatcher Synthesizer Frequency Factory - Knobcon 2026

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"Sean from Frequency Factory gave us a look at Dreamcatcher Synthesizer, his first prototype as a hardware granular synth with sample-based operation, FM and wavetable oscillators, onboard effects and direct recording.

The synth comes preloaded with samples, and it can also capture external instruments or process incoming audio for real-time granulation. The granular engine takes small pieces of a sample, overlaps and layers them, arpeggiates grains across octaves, and reverses playback. Controls include density, grain size, position and spread, with randomisation for density, size and position. Grains can play forward, backward, or switch direction randomly.

The effects section includes comb, band-pass, low-pass, high-pass and notch filtering, plus reverb and delay. The comb filter self-resonates with feedback, and key tracking ties delay time to keyboard pitch. The wavetable oscillator reads from the same sample bank, with variable frame cycling and frequency modulation.

More Info: https://frequencyfactorysynths.com"

Also see Catsynth TV's video here.

SpaceDrum by ALAN Instruments | Knobcon 2026

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We get a tour of SpaceDrum from Chicago-based ALAN instruments at Knobcon 2026. SpaceDrum is a sample-based rhythm instrument with generative features designed to track the specific frequencies and dynamics of your input. The design focuses on a tactile, knob-per-function interface that allows for immediate control over your beats during live performance.

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


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0:00 Introduction
0:16 SpaceDrum features
4:15 A performance demo
5:55 Conclusion

Also see Alan Instruments SpaceDrum

Rain City Modular SCS-X | Dual Clock Processing | Knobcon 2026

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Joe from Rain City Modular shows us the SCS-X, a new clock generator for rhythmic control in your modular system. It can do classic multiply and divide as well as act as a pattern generator, and even a Euclidean rhythm generator.

To find out more, please visit https://raincitymodular.com/scs-x-rel..."

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20cc Spectron: Classic Tape Dual Oscillator | Knobcon 2026

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"Andrew from 20CC takes us on a tour of the TXX-1 Spectron, a dual-voice module based on samples from classic recording-based instruments like the Mellotron and Optigan.

To find out more, please visit https://www.20cc.cool/

'The 20CC TXX-1 Spectron is a Eurorack format dual oscillator inspired by vintage analog multisampling instruments such as the Mellotron, Chamberlin, and Optigan. Spectron uses a unique combination of synthesis and sampling techniques to bring the rich, warbly sounds of these classic instruments into Eurorack for the first time, while also offering new possibilities to manipulate, warp, and mangle them.'" Patreon: / catsynth | https://shop.catsynth.com | https://ko-fi.com/catsynth


0:00 Introduction
0:15 Spectron
1:49 Availability
2:08 How sounds are added to Spectron

"The 20CC TXX-1 Spectron is a Eurorack format dual oscillator inspired by vintage analog multisampling instruments such as the Mellotron, Chamberlin, and Optigan. Spectron uses a unique combination of synthesis and sampling techniques to bring the rich, warbly sounds of these classic instruments into Eurorack for the first time, while also offering new possibilities to manipulate, warp, and mangle them.

Analog multisampled instruments had their hey-day in the 1950's through the 1970's. They used analog recording technology - tape recording in the case of the Mellotron and Chamberlin, and optical sound printing on analog photographic film in the case of the Optigan. Each key corresponded to a recording of a note played on another instrument, often orchestral sounds like strings, woodwinds or choirs, which would play back when the key was pressed. All of Spectron’s sounds are based around full, per-key recordings of vintage multisampled instruments.

Rather than simply triggering discrete samples, Spectron organizes many samples to create the illusion of a continuous voltage-controlled oscillator. As pitch changes, playback seamlessly transitions between recordings, preserving the character of each original tape while allowing smooth, continuous frequency control.

There are two assignable timbre shaping sections not normally found on sample-based instruments: FM and Sync. These are tuned to range from subtle modulations that recontextualize familiar sounds, through radical transformations that are barely recognizable, and all the way to harsh and clangorous, with continuous CV control of all points between."

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Swamp Flux: The Biggest Foot, Miclon and more | Knobcon 2026

video upload by CatSynth TV

"Wray from South Carolina-based Swamp Flux joins us at Knobcon 2026 to showcase their latest offerings. including The Biggest Foot and Miclon.

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

The Biggest Foot serves as a controller interface that links two 2007 Wii Balance Board units, repurposing consumer hardware for modern electronic music applications.
The Miclon is a faithful reproduction of the elusive Olitronik Micrón, a full-voice module that moves the design forward.
We also see some cleverly hacked modules playing pong, accessible controller use, and more."

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0:00 Upcycling Tech for Eurorack Control
1:31 Expanding the Micron Clone Ecosystem
2:18 Hacking Modules and Virtual Events
3:29 Bridging Gaps with Accessible Controllers

First Love FM synthesizer from LOVE Synthesis | #Knobcon 2026

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"A demo of the new First Love FM synthesizer from Iceland-based Love Synthesis. The First Love features a visual touchscreen interface, providing a novel and more embodied way of creating and modifying FM-based sounds, including levels, envelopes, modulations, and algorithms.

First Love also features a microtonal scale editor for custom scales and tunings, as well as an arpeggiator.

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


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0:00 Unveiling the First Love Synthesizer
3:09 Beyond Twelve Notes: Microtonality
5:14 Custom Scales and Community Sharing

Rob Papen WirePluck - A detailed review of all four engines

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We preset WirePluck, a hybrid synth from Rob Papen that combines four different sound engines: a unique metal-wire model (which gives the instrument its name), a Karplus-Strong plucked string, a 3-operator FM voice, and a virtual analog voice. We go over all the engines as well as other features and a few of the factory presets.

00:00 Introduction
00:24 Overview
01:09 A few presets
03:07 Wire engine
07:44 String engine
10:30 FM engine
15:07 Wave engine (virtual analog)
21:30 Multiple layers and engines
23:55 Effects
30:28 Arpeggiator and Sequencer
33:42 More factory presets
37:53 Conclusion

To find out more, please visit:
https://www.robpapen.com/WirePluck.html

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Cherry Audio Introduces Memorymode 2

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Playlist:

1. Cherry Audio | Introduction to Memorymode 2 with Tim Shoebridge
2. Cherry Audio | "Memory Flow" by Steve Peglar with Memorymode 2
3. Cherry Audio | Foundation Presets Pack for Memorymode 2

"Memorymode 2 - Inspired by one of the most iconic polyphonic programmable analog synthesizers of the 1980s: the legendary Memorymoog. This is not just a basic version update; Cherry Audio has completely transformed its highly acclaimed 2021 flagship synthesizer by employing cutting-edge analysis and emulation techniques, resulting in unmatched accuracy and precision. Furthermore, we have significantly expanded its features, firmly establishing Memorymode 2 as the definitive successor to both the original synth and our groundbreaking tribute to it.

https://cherryaudio.com/products/memo...

Memorymode 2 is now available for only $69 at cherryaudio.com and at authorized resellers. Owners of Memorymode version 1 can upgrade to Memorymode 2 at the discounted price of only $39 from the Cherry Audio store at https://store.cherryaudio.com/bundles..."

User videos:



Playlist:

1. Memorymode 2 by Cherry Audio: the Memorymoog comes alive again! - CatSynth TV
2. Cherry Audio Memorymode V2 Fantastic Virtual Analog Synthesizer Moog VST - Rik Marston Official
3. Cherry Audio | Foundation Presets Pack for Memorymode 2 - James Dyson
4. New Synthesizer Cherry Audio MemoryMode V2 - James Dyson Live Stream

Foundation Presets Pack:

"100% of the proceeds from August sales of Foundation go to The Bob Moog Foundation!

Discover an impressive array of sounds with the Foundation Preset Pack for Memorymode 2, available exclusively from Cherry Audio for only $9.99. All proceeds from August 2026 sales of this pack will benefit the ‪@moogfoundation‬, now celebrating its 20th anniversary. The Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of synthesizer pioneer Bob Moog through education, archives, and the Moogseum.

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

This massive collection features 275 additional presets, expertly crafted by the select team of sound designers James Dyson, Scott McAuley, and Ger Hughes. These presets fully utilize the innovative features of Memorymode 2, including layers and splits, polyphonic sequencers, the Touch Animator, dual arpeggiators, and the updated effects library. The result is a stunning showcase of additional dynamic sounds and motion for Memorymode 2.

The Bob Moog Foundation: https://moogfoundation.org/

Our deepest thanks go to the team of James Dyson (‪@James-Dyson‬), Scott McAuley (‪@scottmcauleysounds‬), and Ger Hughes of CustomSonics (https://customsonics.bandcamp.com/) for the donation of their time and talent to this effort.

This preset pack requires ownership of the Memorymode 2 synthesizer by Cherry Audio. Once you obtain it, the collection will be automatically downloaded and added to your presets."

Update: press release follows:

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SuperStarSaw: Far beyond conventional supersaws!

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We present SuperStarSaws, a new instrument from Native Instruments and A. G. Cook that expands on the concept of supersaws. It has two supersaw oscillators, or swarms, where the individual sawtooth partials can be spread both in frequency and space beyond the traditional detuning associated with supersaws to create dynamic swarms of sound, strange arpeggios, and more. The graphic morpher in the center allows one to quickly and smoothly change parameters between saved settings.

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00:00 Introduction
00:21 What are "supersaws"?
00:49 Overview of the SuperStarSaw interface
02:11 A few factory presets
03:39 Swarm oscillator deep dive
09:38 The morpher
11:49 Filter, amp, and amplitude envelope
16:10 Effects
19:31 Modulation options
22:45 Randomization with the dice controls
24:34 More factory presets
29:25 Conclusion

Photo credits:
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https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi..."

Patrick Gleeson - A tribute to a great synthesizer pioneer from CatSynth TV

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"We at CatSynth pay tribute to Patrick Gleeson, a legendary synthesizer pioneer, performer, and composer, who passed away earlier this month. In addition to going through his history and accomplishments, we share some of his own words about his life in music and his collaborations, including his most famous collaboration with Herbie Hancock. We also share statements from composer and multi-instrumentalist Sam Morrison and Dina Pearlman-Ifil of the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation.

0:00 Introduction
0:25 From English literature to music
1:13 Embracing synthesizers
1:38 Collaboration with Herbie Hancock
2:33 Moog and ARP
3:39 Thoughts from Dina Pearlman-Ifil
4:09 Other musical projects
4:32 Return to live performance in the 2010s
4:48 Thoughts from Sam Morrison
6:51 Conclusion

Video of Patrick Gleeson and images courtesy of the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation
Photo Gleeson's Moog Modular IIIc courtesy of the Bob Moog Foundation"

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