The ADSR….The essential modulation source of a sound generating system to envelope a certain sonic behavior. Ready to trigger, simple, but also very in outline.
sonicLAB rethinks the ADSR and now releases the EnVBot, an advanced envelope generator in form of a plugin. lt comes also embedded with the distributed audio structure of sonicLAB, first introduced on the VOLBot.
You can augment standard ADSR and contruct its Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release parts with unique GEN modulation sounrces which deliver rich possibilities. Generate never heard before envelopes in seconds…
EnVBot server and client instances communicate..
With one gesture you can command a fleet of EnVBot’s modulating each track.
individual behavior or harmonic relations
You can distribute the EnVBot clients on multiple DAW tracks with their own behavior but controlled from the main track of the EnVBot server.
You can also take each EnVBot output from each track and assign it to your external gear, delivering huge potential to envelope your modular gear.
Multi channel audio inputs will be treated as unique instances and modulated likewise. Mono, Stereo and Quad inputs are accepted."
Reverb names Ben Stahl as new Chief Executive Officer
Longtime leader in creative industries brings background in music and marketplaces
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 —Reverb, the largest online marketplace dedicated to music gear, today announced that Ben Stahl has been named as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
“Over the past 12 years, I’ve admired the vibrant platform Reverb has built for musicians across the globe, and I’m honored to be part of the community,” said Stahl. “Whether we’re launching new product features to empower buyers and sellers or unlocking new modes of sonic expression for players through Reverb content, our mission remains the same: to make the world more musical.”
Stahl’s appointment follows his leadership roles at community-driven creator platforms SoundCloud and Vimeo, where he focused on user feedback to inform product improvements and drive business growth. At SoundCloud, Stahl launched artist-focused mastering and distribution tools and piloted user-centric royalties to help independent musicians earn more for their work. At Vimeo, Stahl introduced creator-focused features including Vimeo Live Streaming, seamless video editor integrations, and the fastest uploading experience on the Internet.
At Reverb, Stahl plans to put the platform’s thriving community of buyers, sellers, creators, and brands at the forefront of every decision, leaning into the marketplace's newfound independence to create exceptional products that serve musicians of all levels and unlock growth across the global MI industry.
In the last six months, Reverb’s efforts to better connect music makers with gear through features such as Wallet and sell in-store have helped sellers discover increased demand from musicians eager to try out different guitars, synths, pedals, and more. Looking ahead, a greater focus on building symbiotic partnerships with sellers will be key to Reverb’s mission, as will introducing buyers with gear they’ll love, helping Reverb play a greater role in uplifting the entire musical instrument industry.
About Reverb Reverb is the largest online marketplace dedicated to music gear. Since launching in 2013, Reverb has helped millions of music makers find the perfect piece of gear from its trusted community of music shops, top brands, and other music makers around the world. Built by musicians and gear lovers, Reverb combines one of the largest selections of musical instruments with tools to help music makers find music gear that inspires them and a passionate musical community to connect with. Sales on Reverb help support Reverb Gives, which provides youth music programs with musical instruments.
"Similis is a lofi synthesiser that has 6 different presets.
This is an example of the 'chord' preset.
The first control sets the root note of the chord. The second selects 1 of the 10 chords available (5 major variations and 5 minor). The third control sets the volume of the notes that make up the chord except the root. Each of these controls has a CV input.
Here the root note is controlled by the keystep pitch. The VCA is being gated by the keysteps gate out.
The volume of the chord notes are controlled using the mod wheel."
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"Similis is a lofi chip tune synthesiser that uses basic waveforms to generate it's sound.
Features:- 6 different settings (TYPE) from stacked oscillators to chords to self sequencing. The setting selection can also be stepped using a trigger/gate signal for some odd patch skipping.
Each control can also has a CV input for connecting external gear.
Settings 1-3 deal with stacked oscillators. 3 oscillators with independent pitch. Sine, Saw and Triangle waves. 3 stacked oscillators. The first sets the root note and the other two are detuned plus and minus from the root. The two detuned oscillators can be faded in. Chords. The first oscillator sets the root note. The second control sets the chord (5 major chord variations and 5 minor) The amount of voices in the chord can be altered using switch C. The chord notes can be faded in to give a swell effect. Settings 4-6. Simple sequencing. The last three patches are random sequencers. The first is free running. Select between, chromatic, major and minor scales. The range and rate of the sequence can be altered and a second oscillator can also be brought into the sound. The last two patches substitute the rate control as a mix for other voices. A short trigger signal is needed to tell Similis to choose a new random note/s within it’s selected scale.
The output is run through a 3 position passive LPF which turns into a Low pass gate when the VCA switch is down and a CV signal is connected to the VCA input."
"Powerful analog 2 osc monosynth from Switzerland! Based on TB-303 but more on a side of Sh-101/ProOne with expanded options such as ring modulator, 12/24 dB filter, lfo matrix, oscillator sync, ADSR...Very useful racked format with MIDI to CV/Gate outputs to control other gear. Very good condition."
"Luke Brennan, MD from myVolts shows you how to Power your gear via USB!
Reviewing how you can power it and also what it can power, this is a quick tour of the world's first isolated USB power hub, the Silent Alchemist.
Great for powering you gear, this video explains the basics of how to power it and what it can power.
If you would like to have more questions answered, please put them in the comments and we will answer them in next week's video.#audioengineer
Full info here: https://myvolts.com/silentalchemist
AUv3 plugin to modulate and sequence MIDI instruments and modular hardware Outputs MIDI and analog CV simultaneously for integrated hybrid setups Fully functional in software-only environments with full MIDI support Converts LFOs, MIDI notes, pitch, and control changes into control voltages Includes two LFO generators with random spline, cross-modulation and syncing Integrated envelope follower to track audio input or sidechain signal Six FLO(W) processors for combining and shaping signals with math and logic Each FLO supports 18 inputs with individual polarity, divider and multiplier Multi-out support, built-in waveform viewer, Audio FX, and MIDI FX Advanced Responsive Design, portrait and landscape views Universal Purchase: AUv3 for iOS (iPad/iPhone), macOS and Vision Pro
Where Modulation Connects
FAC Polyflo is an AUv3 plugin for modulating and sequencing MIDI instruments and modular gear via control voltage. It outputs MIDI and analog CV simultaneously, making it well-suited for hybrid setups that combine digital and analog equipment.
The plugin includes two LFO generators offering 10 waveforms, including classic shapes and random spline, with support for cross-modulation and syncing. It also features an envelope follower that tracks audio FX input or an external sidechain. The generated signals, together with the host clock and MIDI input, are fed into six independent FLO(W) processors.
These processors combine, shape, and route inputs using math operations, conditional logic, and comparators. Each FLO includes individual polarity, division, and multiplication controls, providing deep and flexible modulation that balances chaotic creativity with precise timing.
Each FLO processor output is connected to its own output bus, enabling easy integration with hardware via DC-coupled audio interfaces like the Expert Sleepers ES-9. For simpler setups, FLO outputs can be routed to the stereo output. FAC Polyflo can also convert MIDI notes, pitch, and control changes into control voltages, making it a powerful MIDI-to-CV solution.
If you prefer to work exclusively with software, the plugin runs smoothly in software-only environments with full MIDI support, making it equally suited for purely digital workflows.
FAC Polyflo works as both an Audio Unit FX and MIDI FX, featuring a clean, touch-optimized interface with precise control and waveform visualization. It’s available as an AUv3 for iOS (iPad/iPhone), macOS, and Vision Pro, and requires a compatible AUv3 host app to run.
"Distortion has been an essential tool for my music making for most of my life, whether that was playing guitar, working with synths in amps, re amping synths and production stems through pedal FX or smashing mixers, tape machines and other gear I've always found it fascinating and with the options to CV control distortion in modular it's even better!
Head Banger from Setonix Synth & Robots Are Red takes the Swedish Death Metal sound of the Boss Heavy Metal pedal, heavily re vamps it for a wide range of input sources, adds CV control and a creative feedback path and presents itself in Eurorack form. While the name and styling lean on the metal heritage it's been interesting to find a subtler warmth and crunch, synths in tube amp like tones and blown out noisy cassette style grunge for more ambient music.
There's a 5% off code for sales of Head Banger at https://www.setonixsynth.com/ with code HEADBANGER5. If you're a Patreon supporter there's an exclusive 15% off code for you at / divkid"
"Five months into my wife not finding a job (anyone know any open software engineer positions?). What a wild time out there. Seems like things just get worse and worse. Found out our AC is leaking coolant too. Can't wait to figure out the bill on that. Sooner than later will have to sell off a bunch of my gear. Guess it was fun while it lasted.
Spectralis 2
Access Virus TI
Microcosm Hologram
Native Instruments RAUM
"⚡ Step inside the sonic universe of Mr. Dataline with his exclusive Pattern Bank for NINA’s Multi-track Sequencer. Crafted with precision and groove, these patterns demonstrate Nina's many sonic dimensions — from hypnotic sequences and retro video games to raw machine funk. Whether you’re into techno, electro, or left-field machine jams, these patterns showcase Nina's full creative power.
🎛️ ABOUT NINA: Unlock a standalone groovebox for beatmakers, producers, performers and sound designers with NINA's Multi-Track Sequencer. A groovebox for dynamic and expressive performance anywhere - studio or stage. Great for generating quick new ideas or adding some amazing complexity to your music. This is all powered by NINA's raw analog oscillators, ladder filter and wavetable oscillator. Not forgetting the revolutionary motorized knobs that snap to life for hands-on, tactile interactive control. Whether you’re crafting tough beats or complex melodic patterns, this next-gen groovebox workflow unlocks an exciting new way to create. And don't forget, NINA is also an incredible standalone 12-voice, 4-part multitimbral hybrid analog-wavetable synth beast!
On this episode of Frequensea, I build a live electronic track to coincide with microscopic videography created by Geoffrey Attardo, Ph.D. Geoffrey is an Associate Professor at the Department of Entomology and Nematology at UC Davis in California. Halfway through the performance, I talk about how the videos were made and what Wetland they are from, along with a short conversation about some older musical gear that found new life in my studio.
Korg MR3 with RE1 remote editor
Eventide Time Factor
Line 6 EchoPark
Mutable Instruments XT Hybrid Monosynth"
"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. More or less all synth nerds have their own temporal demarcation line between 'awesome old school Roland' and 'corporate grave robbers squeezing the last penny from iconic IPs'.
For me, this turning point might as well be the release of the 1999 JV-1010. This obvious insult to UI design combined classic ROMpler tones of the 90s with a workflow so abysmal it helped pave the way for the DAW revolution - and things only went downhill from there.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
01:10 Overview Roland JV1010
01:38 Front Panel Controls
02:19 Roland JV2080 Heritage, Expansions
02:49 General Midi
02:59 Synth Architecture, Filter, XMOD
03:19 Software Editor, Midi Control
03:39 Available Software Options
03:58 Multi FX Unit, Multitimbrality
04:28 Patches
05:05 What else? (Connectivity, Pricing,...)
05:24 H*te Screen
05:51 Jam 1 ( Cheesy Techno )
06:43 Jam 2 ( Cheesy Electro )
07:46 Finale ( Cheesy Synthwave )
08:18 VERDICT"
"Pluto's Dream | Ambient Synth Soundscape with Modern Sounds Pluto Semimodular Synthesizer & Effects Pedals.
"Pluto's Dream" is a long-form, meditative ambient track created entirely with the Modern Sounds Pluto semimodular synthesizer and enhanced through a selected chain of boutique effects pedals. This immersive sonic journey blends evolving pads, generative rhythms, and deep atmospheric textures — all recorded in a single take with no overdubs.
🎛 Signal Chain: Modern Sounds Pluto → Past FX PX-101 (Low Pass Filter) → Chase Bliss Thermae (Analog Delay / Pitch Shifter) → Pladask Elektrisk Draume (Reverb) → Chase Bliss Clean (Compressor / EQ, mono-in to stereo-out) → AC Noises Ricorda (Granular Reverb)
🔉 Gear Highlights: Pluto generates rhythmic pads using dual sequencers Thermae introduces unpredictable pitch-shifted sparkles Draume and Ricorda add expansive, layered reverb textures Clean and PX-101 shape the sound with compression, EQ, and filtering
🎥 All sounds and visuals by The Pedalboard Orchestra 🔊 Recording & mastering by The Pedalboard Orchestra 📸 Visual elements include imagery from the NASA Image and Video Library ⚠️ This is not a sponsored video — all equipment was personally purchased"
Based on the user manual, this appears to be a preset synth. I'm not seeing the ability to do any deep sound editing - there's no mention of filters, LFOs, or envelopes. That said, this is the first post to feature FABESIS.
🎹 MÁXIMUN EXPRESSION FOR ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENTS 24-bit Audio for Maximum Authenticity and Expression of Acoustic Instruments Designed in the United States specifically for discerning musicians. This synthesizer includes the traditional sounds used to play Corridos, Chilenas, Banda, Alterado, Tierra Caliente, Tropical Cumbia and Sonidera, Merengue, Bachata, Tango, Chanchona, Cumbia Villera, Tecnocumbia, Chicha Peruana, Cumbia Ranchera, Rock, Romantic Music, and much more!
🖥️ EASY TO NAVIGATE The Enclave's interface is easy to navigate. Its navigation is so intuitive that, if you already have experience as a musician, you probably won’t even need to read the manual. All menus are designed to be easily understood by any user.
🎹 SEMI-WEIGHTED KEYBOARD Professional keyboard with fast response, semi-weighted design, and blister contacts — ideal for demanding musicians. Its lightweight build and portability make it perfect for any stage.
🎛️ EASY TO USE FRONT PANEL The front panel of the Fabesis Enclave is intuitive, clear, and entirely in Spanish. It includes essential functions such as:
Tuning – Adjust pitch with precision Transpose – Instantly shift keys without changing your hand positions Octave Shift – Expand your range at the touch of a button Navegation Operation Mode - Select the operation Mode Sound Banks - Choose your favorite sounds Factory Effects – Apply studio-quality effects instantly with built-in presets
Additionally, its effects section includes factory pre-programmed presets, ready to use instantly.. 🔌 CONNECTIONS On the back panel, you’ll find all the connections you need:
Audio outputs - for live performance or recording Headphone Jack - for silent practice Damper Pedal - for expressive sustain MIDI Ports - for external gear and sequencing USB Connections - for storage Programation Port. - for software updates 📦 EXPANSIONS For those looking to expand the capabilities of the Enclave, Fabesis offers a variety of sound libraries and expansions, including:
Grupero Wave. Romances. Saxophones. Trumpets. Trombones. Mega Synths. Ambient Dreams."
"The Oberheim DMX is a legendary vintage drum machine known for its punchy, organic 8-bit sampled drum sounds that defined countless hit tracks of the 80s, from New Order to Run-D.M.C. With its iconic swing, individual outputs, and rock-solid build, it delivers the classic analog-meets-digital groove that modern gear can’t replicate.
This DMX is in great condition and includes the factory MIDI and Memory Expansion board. The "Play" button is black instead of the usual white. The DMX includes a flight case that's in good condition.
This DMX was serviced in September 2025 by Synthchaser. Sliders and pushbutton switches were cleaned, and the Synthchaser Battery Eliminator was installed, so songs and sequences are saved without the need for a battery that poses leakage risks and requires periodic changing by a synth tech."
“We are sad that we have lost you. We are grateful that we were able to live with you. Steffen Marienberg *September 30, 1961 +August 19, 2025 In silent mourning: his Sigrid, his brother Holger, and all relatives. Alterode, August 2025. The funeral service, followed by the urn burial, will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Hoym cemetery.”
This one was sent in via an anonymous reader. It's apparently from a Sweetwater catalog.
The text reads:
"NEW!
Meet the TR-1000:
Roland's Legacy Rhythms Reborn
Blueprinted with unprecedented potential, the Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator marries historic heat, analog presence, and digital precision into a polychromic powerhouse built on the masterfully re-created circuits of the legendary TR-808 and TR-909 drum machines. Its hybrid architecture houses a trio of synth engines, bringing a prismatic palette of FM, PCM, and VA possibilities to the TR-1000's analog foundations, with ACB modeling supplying the coveted circuit-bent sonics of the 8X and 9X models. Over 2,500 onboard sounds join a wealth of digital and analog effects while the suite of classic-to-contemporary connectivity effortlessly integrates the TR-1000 into any arrangement. Add in cutting-edge Morphing performance controls, next-gen TR-REC sequencing. true-stereo re/sampling, and an unbridled array of sonic contouring tools, and you've only scratch the surface of the TR-1000's kaleidoscopic capabilities — vintage heart, modern soul. and endless exploration waiting to be discovered by you."
If legit, I'm curious how it will compare the the TR-8S. Note the change in design aesthetic. Reminds me of the GAIA with a touch of Elektron gear. Note the Morph slider on the bottom right and display on the top right.
"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. Staying away from Eurorack feels - at least in my case - like trying to stay healthy as a sommelier who likes to go on 72h benders in his spare time.
Today we are going to talk about MiniBrute 2s. This keyboardless successor to the original MiniBrute and hotchpotch of controversially discussed Arturia technology comes with JUST the right amount of non-modular synth facilities to make it interesting to “normal” people while - at the same time - opening the unholy floodgates to Eurorack hell. Just say no!!!
Chapters: 00:00 Intro tune 00:58 Overview MiniBrute 2 s 01:16 Minibrute 2s vs. MiniBrute 2 01:40 Oscillators 02:32 Filter Section 02:55 Brute Factor 03:09 Is MiniBrute 2s fully analog??? 03:17 LFOs, Envelopes 03:35 Sequencer , Aftertouch 04:38 Deep Sequencing Features 05:02 Arpeggiator 05:08 What else ( Form Factor, Connectivity, Pricing, Thanks) 05:54 H*te Screen 06:20 Jam 1 ( Fast Techno ) 07:11 Jam 2 ( Crude Synthwave ) 08:25 Finale ( Raw Electro ) 08:58 VERDICT 10:08 Patreon Shoutout ( Elektron Tonverk ) 08:58 Verdict"
