AE Machine | Architecture For Drums That Never Repeat & Oxide Virtual Tape Processor

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"One practical note: listen to this on monitors or proper headphones. Most of what the machine does lives in the low end and in the stereo field, and laptop speakers will simply delete it. Loud is not necessary, full range is."

This one was spotted and sent in via Ivan Trajkovic aka deejayiwan. There are 21 videos in the playlist above. They mainly focus on AE Machine as a whole, but video 7 is focused on Oxide. You'll find the full video descriptions for the first and seventh videos further below. You can find full details on AE Machine at https://www.peamarte.it/ae - Oxide in chapter 52 of the user manual.

In short, AE Machine (estimated release date of October 2) consists of:

"Eleven synthesis voices built from scratch at sample level, five samplers, two free-running pads. A sequencer where a 16 × 16 Markov matrix decides which step may follow which, a note sieve that re-orchestrates the pattern when you transpose it, a chaotic modulation matrix reaching 271 parameters, morphing between any two presets, and a stem recorder that writes twenty-six files in one press. It runs in Max/MSP 9 on macOS and Windows, and playing it requires no paid Max license: an unlicensed copy of Max opens and runs the machine in full.

This is not commercial software in the ordinary sense. It is my working method, the environment I built night after night for my own music, packaged so that you can play it. When you get it, you are getting research: the reading, the listening, the failed versions, the decisions. The manual is a hundred pages and it is already here, whole, free to read. Trust your ears over any paragraph in it."

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Modal ELEMENT ONE - 50 Custom Ambient & Cinematic Sounds

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"Lfo.store presents a series of banks for new Modal Electronics synthesizer - ELEMENT ONE!

Introducing 'Ambika' soundset with one of the deepest patches you heard on Modal synthesizers.

BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/modal-elem...

'Ambika' is devoted to organic & motion sounds ready to go in your action track.

And Modal's virtual engine with improved analog spirit inside – is the perfect way to make iconic sounds!

50 presets are ready to breathe new colors into your music and inspire creativity.

Inside the pack:

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Modal Electronics - Carbon8M

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ELEMENT Essentials: Arp Fun

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"Unlock the rhythmic heart of ELEMENT One. 🧠🎶 In this deep-dive ELEMENT Essentials episode, we're dissecting the programmable 32-step arpeggiator—a feature that blurs the line between arpeggiator and full-fledged sequencer.

Unlike traditional arpeggiators that simply cycle through notes, ELEMENT One's arp engine lets you program intricate patterns with rest functionality. This opens up a world of possibilities for generative rhythms, evolving textures, and complex melodic sequences that can drive an entire track.

We'll walk you through every parameter, from step division and swing to playback direction and octave range. Whether you're programming a simple bass line or a multi-octave melodic cascade, this tutorial covers it all."

ELEMENT Essentials: ELEMENT One Sound Design Tips - Experimental and Keys

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"Unlock the sonic stratosphere. 🚀 In this deep-dive ELEMENT Essentials episode, we're dissecting the architecture of experimental keys and complex soundscapes.

While traditional synthesis relies on static waveforms, experimental sound design thrives on movement, dissonance, and unpredictability. We'll show you how to harness ELEMENT's advanced modulation matrix, oscillator algorithms, and signal routing to craft sounds that evolve with every note you play.

From FM-derived bell tones that dissolve into noise, to lush, cinematic pads that shift their harmonic content over minutes—this tutorial is for producers who want to push synthesis beyond the ordinary."

Featuring MATTHS.

ELEMENT Essentials: ELEMENT One Sound Design Tips - Bass

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"Wonder how to sculpt a bass sound that cuts through with ELEMENT One? In this tutorial, we dive into bass sound design on the ELEMENT One—crafting the foundation for your tracks that is recognisable and unique. Using the synth's intuitive front-panel controls and the MODALapp for visual assistance, you'll learn how to select the right oscillator algorithms for weight and bite, shape filters to dial in that perfect low-end growl, fine-tune envelope curves for snap and sustain, and apply effects like drive, compressor and EQ to add presence and character to your bass patches."

ELEMENT Essentials: ELEMENT One Sound Design Tips - Pads

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"In this beginner-friendly tutorial, we ease into sound design by crafting warm, cinematic, and ambient pad sounds using the ELEMENT One's intuitive front-panel controls and the MODALapp for visual feedback. You'll learn how to layer oscillator algorithms for rich textures, shape filter sweeps to add movement, dial in the perfect envelope curves for smooth attacks and releases, and apply effects like reverb and chorus to add depth and polish to your patches."

ELEMENT One Essentials – Top Panel Hacks

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"The top panel of the ELEMENT One is more than just a pretty face—it’s a powerhouse of functionality if you know where to look. In this in-depth tutorial, I walk you through every trick, shortcut, and customization option hiding in plain sight.

Whether you are a new user or a seasoned pro, these tips will optimize your workflow and unlock the full potential of your device."

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Modal Electronics CRAFTsynth 2.0 Monosynth

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A somewhat soothing timbre—Modal Electronics Argon8 | Hi-Fans

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Modal Electronics Superbooth 26

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"Hi everybody this time we bring you the Modal Electronics Superbooth 26 interview with Barry featuring the new element one."

Chase Bliss BIG TIME Delay Showcase | Sound Demo (feat. Modal Element One) ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬

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"A pure audio demonstration of the Chase Bliss Big Time hybrid analog/digital echo, utilizing the newly released Modal Electronics Element One virtual analog synthesizer as the main sound source.
No talking, just hardware.

Designed in collaboration with John Snyder of Electronic Audio Experiments (EAE), the Chase Bliss Big Time is a true-stereo hybrid echo that revisits the mixed-up, unique circuitry found in rackmount delays from the early 1980s. In that era, advanced analog engineering was functionally used to prop up crude digital systems. The Big Time intentionally embraces and pushes this hybrid architecture to its absolute extremes.

This video showcases how the Big Time's interactive controls and dual stages of analog coloration transform incoming synthesizer signals:

• Stereo Analog Preamp (Color): Adds beautiful, warm saturation to the input stage, designed to handle a wide variety of instruments.
• Feedback Loop Limiter (State): An analog clipping limiter in the delay path that creates everything from smooth compression to crumbling, misbiased overdrive that slowly disintegrates your echoes.
• Cluster Slider: Blends in additional delay taps and diffusion, smudging and expanding the sound into rich ambient delights and multi-tap clusters inspired by vintage space station units.
• Scale & Motion: Controls creative transposition, Thermae-like musical sequencing, and stereo modulation (Sine, Square, Envelope).

Watch how the Big Time's motorized faders react and seamlessly transition through different delay modes—from tight modulations (3-46ms) to Short (46-736ms) and Long delays, across HiFi, Focus, Warm, and Analog voicings.

Providing the core audio tracking is the Modal Element One. Its 8-voice virtual analog engine, morphable filters, and rich stereo waveforms offer the perfect high-quality sonic canvas to test the Big Time's true-stereo capabilities, input saturation, and analog dry-thru.

🎧 Headphones or studio monitors are highly recommended to capture the full true-stereo imaging and analog character of the pedal.

Special thanks to Chase Bliss!"

Modal Electronics ELEMENT One - Nice to meet you!

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"It's finally here! Today, we are diving headfirst into the Modal ELEMENT One.

In this session, we will do two things: first, walk you through the physical setup and signal flow to get the ELEMENT One up and running in your studio; and second, conduct a detailed first-look tour of the front-panel controls. Our goal is to move beyond mere "button-pushing" and instead understand the philosophy behind the interface—why we placed certain controls where they are, and how that layout influences your creative workflow."

Element One - Advanced Editing with MODALapp

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"Unlock the full potential of your Modal ELEMENT One! In this video, we move beyond the front panel to dive deep into patch editing with Modalapp.

While the ELEMENT One is designed as a hands-on performance synth, the app unlocks advanced parameters, modulation routing, and preset management that take sound design to the next level. The ELEMENT One is fully compatible with Modalapp, giving you a powerful software interface to complement the hardware controls.

Whether you're a beginner looking to understand synthesis or a pro wanting to streamline your workflow, this guide will help you get the most out of your ELEMENT One."

Modal Electronics Cobalt 8M Desktop Virtual Analog Synthesizer w/ Decksaver Cover

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Modal Electronics Argon8M Desktop Wavetable Synthesizer w/ Decksaver Cover

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Meet ELEMENT One

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Modal Electronics' promo video.

"You’re a musician, not a computer programmer. Whether you’re a keyboard player who wants to fire up a searing solo, a guitarist looking for that perfect atmospheric pad, a drummer wanting to trigger massive electronic textures, or a vocalist needing a lush harmonic bed, you shouldn’t have to learn 'synth science' just to get a great sound. Meet ELEMENT One—the 8-voice virtual-analog synthesizer designed to feel like an instrument, not a science project."

Korg Wavestate - "Glitch Textures" Soundset (44 Performances)

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"Inspired by the golden era of intelligent electronic music (IDM), including projects as Autechre, early Aphex Twin, The Orb, Plaid, Telefon Tel Aviv and others, Glitch Textures is a meticulously crafted collection of 44 performances for Korg Wavestate. This soundset captures the very essence of classic IDM: the warmth of analog imperfections, the hypnotic beauty of broken beats, and the deep emotional resonance of glitched melodies. Every preset is a portal into a world where digital errors become musical virtues.

Harnessing the Wavestate‘s wave sequencing, we have harmonized glitches, clicks, stutters, and data degradation with lush and evolving soundscapes. You won‘t find random noise here — instead, you’ll discover intelligent imperfections: polyrhythmic sequences that breathe, pads that drift organically out of tune, and leads that sound like cherished childhood toys struggling to remember a melody.

As a sound designer for Access Music, Native Instruments, and Modal Electronics, OttO K. Schwarz poured his passion for experimental electronics into every preset. Many performances feature multi-layered setups, rhythmic textures and melodic phrases — perfect for live performance and deep studio exploration.

All presets are finely tuned for real-time expression: modulation wheel and velocity give you intuitive control over several parametres. Whether you‘re scoring the film, producing IDM, ambient, or experimental electronica, “Glitch Textures” offers a unique palette of sounds that are both beautifully broken and surprisingly musical.

Please find the soundset here - https://ottolfo.sellfy.store/wavestate/"

Modal Electronics Carbon8X Experimental Digital Keyboard Synthesizer

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SUPERBOOTH 2026: Modal Electronics Element One

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"The Element One is a new keyboard-equipped synth that draws on Modal Electronics' existing instruments, but with a streamlined, performance-focused set of controls."

BoBeats' Favorite Synths @ Superbooth // BEST OF SUPERBOOTH26

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CONTENT
00:00 Welcome to Superbooth26
01:25 Modal Electronics are SO BACK!
02:25 A beautiful synthesizer
05:30 This is my favorite thing at SB26
06:50 Not just a new Sonicware Liven...
08:45 This synth was a lovely surprise!
09:30 I love the clicky buttons...
10:00 Whats up, Korg?
10:20 A clever FM groovebox!
11:22 A drum machine from space?
13:00 Checking in on Melancholytron
13:45 The TR-1000 Killer??!
15:00 An Affordable Buchla? In THIS ECONOMY???
18:41 A synth non-profit worth checking out
20:00 This synth is chaos in a box!
21:30 What Superbooth is TRULY about...