Kenton USB Solo mk2 MIDI to control voltage review + Big Merp Cameo 😺

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00:00 Introduction
00:18 Overview
00:55 MIDI-to-CV demo with note, control change, and aftertouch messages
06:49 Saving configurations as presets
07:42 Converting MIDI clock to CV for synchronization
09:45 Conclusion

"In today's demo and tutorial, we have a bit of fun with the new USB Solo mk2 from our friends at Kenton Electronics. The handy little gadget builds on Kenton's previous MIDI to CV converters, and allows one to convert MIDI from USB or 5-pin DIN to a variety of CV signals, including pitch (1V/Oct), gate and trigger, 3 aux channels for CC, velocity, aftertouch, and more. It also supports MIDI clock, allowing one to synchronize Eurorack and other analog synthesizers with your DAW or MIDI sequencer. Additional features include a built-in LFO and envelope.

Big Merp decided he wanted to be a part of this demo, too 😺"

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ARTURIA Introduces Memory V | Analog Ladder Titan

Playlist:

1. Memory V | Analog ladder titan | ARTURIA
2. Memory V | Overview Tutorial | ARTURIA
3. Arturia Memory V: The Infamous Memorymoog reborn! - CatSynth TV
4. Arturia MEMORY V - The Memorymoog is BACK! Factory Presets Demo (No Talking) - Davide Puxeddu
5. Arturia Memory V | No Talking | - DKS SYNTH LAB



"Wield phenomenal power with Memory V, Arturia’s definitive software reimagining of the legendary Memorymoog. A titanic, front-of-mix analog instrument built for commanding leads, bold brass, and true polyphonic depth — delivering unmistakable vintage weight with modern stability and control. Harness the raw, expressive character of a true analog classic, reborn for today’s production workflows.

Memory V captures the colossal analog character and triple-oscillator architecture of one of the rarest polyphonic synthesizers ever made, recreated with Arturia’s advanced TAE® technology and expanded with modern modulation, arpeggiation, effects and expressive workflow integration.

From towering brass and dense basses to evolving leads, cinematic pads and unstable analog textures, Memory V delivers the unmistakable weight of early-80s polyphonic synthesis in a reliable, production-ready instrument.

_A true Analog Titan

Memory V honors the architecture that defined an era of polyphonic synthesis, and adds the tools you need to push it further.

Best-in class recreation

Discover the weight, movement and edge of the original hardware, preserved through component-accurate TAE® modelling of its oscillators, filter, mixer, drive and analog non-linearities.

Triple-oscillator architecture

Three free-running oscillators per voice deliver the harmonic depth that set the Memorymoog apart. Stack Square, Ramp and Triangle waveforms, shape pulse width and sync oscillators for rich, animated sounds

Legendary ladder filter

Shape sound with a modelled low-pass ladder filter per voice, complete with 24 dB and 12 dB modes, self-oscillation and Bass Compensation to preserve low-end weight at higher resonance.

Authentic analog feel

Use Vintage and Dispersion controls to introduce continuous analog drift, then fine-tune variation across pitch, pulse width, levels, cutoff, emphasis, modulation and envelope times.

Modern modulation and FX

Drag-and-drop modulation, a four-layer Multi-Arp and a 4-slot FX rack with 17+ studio-grade effects bring contemporary sound design into the legendary Memorymoog architecture.

300+ mix-ready presets

Explore a curated library of dense, front-of-mix sounds spanning vintage brass, saturated basses, cinematic pads, evolving textures, expressive leads and modern electronic tones.

Memory V: introductory offer

To celebrate the launch, eligible Arturia users can unlock a limited-time introductory offer on Memory V and selected bundle options."

https://www.arturia.com/products/software-instruments/memory-v/overview

Lowriders en La Misión! | #SF #Carnaval 2026

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"Bienvenidos al corazón de La Misión en San Francisco, donde la vibrante chicano culture cobra vida. Este lowrider video captura la esencia de un car show espectacular, mostrando custom cars y lowrider cars que son verdaderas obras de arte.

Welcome to the heart of the Mission District in San Francisco, where vibrant Chicano culture comes to life. This lowrider video captures the essence of a spectacular car show, showcasing custom cars and lowriders that are true works of art.

Background music (that may or may not resemble a well-known tune) recorded using the following instruments:
Cherry Audio KR-55C, Solovox, Stardust 201
Arturia Mini V
BFD3 Drums
Minimoog"

CHAIR Analog Waveguide | #Superbooth

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"Max from CHAIR (Center for Haptic Audio Interface Research) joins us to talk about their new Analog Waveguide module. This module, which is based on a design by Michael Gerzon (inventor of Ambisonics) from the 1970s, combines BBD delay lines to create a two-dimensional resonator bank that can model a variety of percussion, string, and other sounds."

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FLINTA* at #Superbooth 2026 | Women, Transgender, Nonbinary, Intersex

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"We are joined by Neon Black Cat and Philomena, two of the organizers of the FLINTA* space and workshops at Superbooth 2026. FLINTA* is a German acronym that stands for "women, lesbians, intersex, nonbinary, transgender, agender", and the associated space at Superbooth was designed as a safe and exclusive area for members of these groups to try out instruments, participate in workshops, network and more. The space was seen as a success this year, and is expected to be back for Superbooth 2027.

FLINTA* and Friends events and Schneidersladen in Berlin:
https://schneidersladen.de/en/blog-ne...

The FLINTA* space at Superbooth:
https://www.superbooth.com/en/floorpl...

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#Superbooth | Kaona Fractaos - oscillator based on fractals

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"Gilles from Kaona presents Fractaos, a new synthesizer voice based on fractals. The oscillators compute fractal functions in real time like Mandelbrot, Julia, Lorenz, Koch, etc., which can be played polyphonically and combined in pairs for modulation."

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0:00 Introduction
0:17 Fractaos features and concept
2:20 Sound demos
4:43. Conclusion

See the introduction post here.

#Superbooth | Melancholytron, a synth that tells stories

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"Allard Krijger and FRAKNoise introduces us to the Melancholytron, a synthesizer that accompanies an illustrated book about melancholy, an emotional state that has been a staple of art and creativity since time immemorial. This sample-based instrument features multi-sample sounds with an unstable, darker character and controls that reflect emotional states and dimensions instead of the usual technical terms like resonance, cutoff frequency, etc.

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

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#Superbooth | Schreibmaschine Discreet, Mixteen, Paradiddle, Seq 7 Modules

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"Lavendel of Shreibmaschine gives of a tour of some their new Eurorack modules, including the Mixteen 16-channel mixer, the Discreet boolean-logic module, and Seq 7, a seven step sequencer, and Paradiddle, a drum pattern module. In addition to their sound and functionality, all of Shreibmaschine's have a unique look, with their pink and magenta coloring and glittery vibe.

To find out more, please visit https://www.schreibmaschine.berlin/"

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Morphor ECHON 6: new synth based on analog BBD resonators | #Superbooth

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"Matthew of Morpor demonstrates their new ECHON 6 synthesizer at Superbooth 2026. ECHON 6 is a polyphonic synthesizer based around analog BBD resonators, adding resonator-based additive synthesis to more traditional oscillator and filter stages. It also features a host of modulation options, external connectivity, and preset storage."

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#Superbooth | Buchla Ziggy standalone complex oscillator synth

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"CatSynth host Amanda tries out the new Buchla Ziggy, a standalone synthesizer based on the classic "complex oscillator" design.

For more info, please visit https://buchla.com/

For regular viewers of our in-studio synth reviews, please wait for the end 😹"

Arturia DrumBrute and MiniFreak demo at #Superbooth

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"A demo of the Arturia DrumBrute and MiniFreak at Arturia's official Superbooth room."

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Error Instruments | Eurorack meets vintage gear meets absurdity at #Superbooth

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"Paul Tas of Error Instruments invites us into their strange absurdist world where modern Eurorack technology meets the vintage and the unusual, We have tape loops, old test equipment, even a toy ballerina and a synth that works with flames.
Error Instruments is also celebrating their 15th anniversary this year at Superbooth 2026!

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

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#Superbooth: Make Noise Plexiphon

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"A short demo of the new Plexiphon module from our friends at Make Noise. It morphs between echo, reverb, and other sorts of spatial effects, with lots of real time and modulation options.

More info at https://www.makenoisemusic.com/modules/plexiphon/"

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#Superbooth: This Is Not Rocket Science | Modular synth jam

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"A little jam and demonstration with modules (Eurorack and non-eurorack formats) from This Is Not Rocket Science."

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#Superbooth: Microrack | Tiny modular synth platform on a breadboard!

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"We get a brief tour of a modular synth based on the Microrack platform. This is a tiny, open-source platform with numerous modules that can be placed on a breadboard. A Microrack system can be connected to Eurorack modular systems as well.

For more info, please visit https://microrack.org/

Zip is sitting on a special turntable module with the colored pieces represent pitches and relative time in a loop."

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Miltone 4EXP | An accurate re-creation of the Oberheim Four Voice! #superbooth

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Manfred from Miltone treats us to a demo of the 4EXP, an impressive and meticulous re-creation of the legendary Oberheim Four Voice. Like the original, there are four SEM models, build from discrete components and circuit boards the accurately match the original - they even have potentiometers with ball bearings. It does of course include modern features like MIDI as well.

To find out more, please visit https://miltone.fr/
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Four Voices, One Legendary Sound.

#Superbooth: Chase Bliss Big Time | stereo delay vintage sound

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"We are treated to a demo of Big Time, a beautiful-sounding new stereo delay pedal from Chase Bliss. Big Time recreates the vintage sound of early 80s echoes and delays, including both the warm sounds and the crunchier flaws that make effects units of that era distinctive. Big Time also includes modern features like motorized, MIDI-controllable faders."

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Bastl Kalimba! A fun new instrument at #Superbooth 2026

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"A brief demo of the new Bastl Instruments Kalimba. This prototype is very playable as both a traditional kalmbia and a synthesizer with scales, microtuning, and an arpeggiator.

Our pal Zip gets into the action a bit."

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#Superbooth: KOMA Elektronik motors & Kassiopeia pinball machine

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"An electro-acoustic installation with solenoids hitting a string driven by KOMA Elektronic triggers. We also see a little pinball game triggered by a KOMA Kassiopeia."

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#Superbooth: Synth-werk massive modular system performance

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"A live demonstration of the massive 5U modular system from Synth-werk at Superbooth 2026."

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