Brooklyn Synth & Pedal Expo Set for October ‎17–18

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BROOKLYN, NY — The Brooklyn Synth & Pedal Expo returns October ‎17–18, transforming a 7,000-square-foot Greenpoint warehouse into an immersive playground for electronic music creators.

Presented in partnership with the legendary Three Wave Music, the Expo offers a strictly in-the-headphones experience — letting attendees demo the latest synthesizers, effects pedals, and modular gear from over 100 brands in a noise-friendly environment.

Nestled in one of Brooklyn's most vibrant musical corridors, the show is expected to draw more about 2,000 visitors, a mix of musicians, producers, and gear enthusiasts.

"Intro to Synthesis" Workshops
This year, the Expo expands beyond its large exhibition floor with a new lineup of educational workshops focused on synthesis — from hands-on patch-building sessions to deep dives into modular workflows, led by working artists and builders. A schedule of the workshops will be announced soon.

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The OXI Playbook #4 Decoupling Velocity & Gate to Explore new Grooves

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"The OXI team's favorite workflows, patches, and sequencing tricks.

Today's technique leverages a unique feature of the OXI One mkII: the ability to decouple Velocity and Gate values from their relative steps. Starting from a fairly basic drum pattern, we'll show you how to develop different rhythmic phrasing just by setting different looping points on the Velocity and Gate pages."

00:00 Introduction
00:44 Overview of the technique
06:12 Another example
09:08 Conclusions

The Rise - Modular synth hypnotic house set

video upload by Perceptes

""The Rise" is a set of hypnotic house music performed live with my Eurorack modular synthesizer, OXI Instruments's One MKII, and the Polyend Press. I added captions to explain a bit about how it was made. Enjoy!

Patrons can download high-quality audio of the set here: / rise-modular-set-167718587"

Mod Lanes Deep Dive: Turning Simple Into Organic

video upload by OXI Instruments

"A simple chord progression built from a basic Novation Peak patch gets pushed into something far more organic and alive — using nothing but the OXI One mkII's 8 modulation lanes.
Each lane runs at a different clock division and targets a unique MIDI CC destination on the Peak, layering subtle, evolving movement across filter, envelope, and oscillator parameters. What starts as a static, basic sound slowly transforms into something textured, breathing, and unpredictable — without touching a single knob on the synth itself. A real-time look at how far modulation alone can take a simple patch."

00:00 Introduction
01:23 Demo overview
03:03 Starting from scratch
10:02 Snapshots

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Building a Minimal Performance System with OXI E16

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"In this video we break down a small but deep performance setup built around the OXI E16 and the Elektron Tonverk — the core idea being that constraint creates focus. Instead of chasing more gear or more parameters, we map a handful of controls to a handful of sounds and build a pattern out of very few elements, performed live rather than programmed in advance.

What's covered:
The concept behind designing "small systems" — fewer knobs, fewer sounds, more intentional movement.
Mapping the E16 to control drums and a few additional sound sources on the Tonverk.
Routing and shaping send effects live, as part of the performance rather than as a mix afterthought.
A randomize trick: smashing everything into chaos on the fly, then snapping back instantly to a saved, safe starting point — so we can take risks without losing the pattern.
This is less a tutorial and more a way of thinking about performance setups: constrain first, then explore inside the constraint.

■ Learn more about OXI E16 : https://oxiinstruments.com/oxi-e16

00:00 Introduction
02:15 E16 layout overview
02:43 Randomize and Snapshot morph trick
03:35 The mapping I used
07:28 Randomization time
08:20 Keeping it simple and fun"

Ambient performance - Live session with the OB-6, perfourmer, mother-32 and DFAM

video upload by Hill Station

"Studio session creating more material for our forthcoming album. It was recorded using these instruments:

‪‪@Oberheim‬ OB-6
‪‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ DFAM, Mother 32
‪‪@strymon‬ Timeline
‪‪@oxiinstruments‬ Oxi one
‪@OTOMACHINES‬ Bim & Bam
Vermona Perfourmer"

The OXI Playbook #3 Harmonizing to a Dummy Chord Sequencer

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"The OXI team's favorite workflows, patches, and sequencing tricks.

Today's trick comes from ‪@OoraMusic‬: using a dummy chord sequencer to control both a lead and a bass track. Follow along as he builds a track from scratch with this technique."

00:00 Introduction
00:59 Explanation of the process
02:35 Starting from scratch
03:00 Building a chord progression
04:33 Preparing the other sequences
05:22 Using performance page to build a performance

Discovering OXI E16 : Dual Destinations, One MIDI Chain

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"In this video, we'll show you how to build a powerful single MIDI chain and how to leverage the E16's dual destinations to unlock new possibilities in your setup."

00:00 Introduction
00:02 Midi chain
01:20 E16 scene
02:11 Dual destinations
04:05 Inverting dual destination trick

Straight Techno Live Jam // Elektron Tonverk ft. Sequential Take 5 & Oxi E16

video upload by umonox

"Can we do a Straight Techno Track with just one Pattern on the Elektron Tonverk? This Live Jam will answer that Question! Feat. Elektron Tonverk, Sequential Take 5 Desktop and Oxi Instruments E16.

The Tonverk does all the Drums and Sound except for a Drone Background Synth that is played by the Sequential Take 5. The Oxi E16 is controlling a Track on the Tonverk with multiple Parameters at once - a great Setup for a Dawless Live Jam Experience!"

🎵 TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Live Jam Start (Building things up)
01:52 - Bringing some new Sounds
02:15 - Starting the Sound Transition with the E16
03:09 - Playing through
04:11 - The awesome Take 5 Buildup (that you heard in the Intro)
04:41 - Outro

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GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO:
• Elektron Tonverk (Polyphonic Multisampler & Audio Processor)
• Oberheim Take 5 Desktop (Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer)
• OXI Instruments E16 (MIDI Controller & Sequencer)


🎧 STREAM / SUPPORT:
Get the High-Quality Version of this Track here:

First Steps with OXI One MKII / EP. 17 : Basic MIDI connections

video upload by OXI Instruments

"Learn the fundamentals of MIDI connectivity with the OXI ONE sequencer! In this beginner-friendly tutorial, we cover how to connect and control multiple instruments — from setting MIDI channels on a Novation Peak, to daisy-chaining gear with MIDI THRU (Vermona Perfourmer), to syncing a drum machine like the Tonverk.

You'll learn:
- How MIDI channels work (16 per port, up to 96 with an OXI Split)
- How to wire up a basic MIDI chain
- The difference between full sequencing and simple sync (start/stop + tempo)
- When to use an OXI Split instead of long MIDI chains
Whether you're just starting out with hardware sequencing or building a bigger studio setup, this video will help you get your gear talking to each other."

00:00 Introduction
00:51 Connecting a synth via MIDI
02:33 Adding multiple instruments via MIDI
06:11 Syncing a drum machine
08:34 Final notes

EDM / Melodic Techno Live Jam with Elektron Tonverk, Oberheim TEO-5 and Oxi Instruments E16

video upload by umonox

"Hey there o/ This is an EDM / Melodic Techno Live Jam with the Elektron Tonverk, Oberheim TEO-5 and Oxi Instruments E16. All sounds are coming from the Tonverk; except for a powerful Lead-Sound which comes from the TEO-5 and is sequenced on the Tonverk. The Oxi E16 is used to control two Sounds on the Tonverk on two different Tracks at once.

You can get the Project File for this Track as it - again - uses the Stock Samples of the Tonverk only. Included in this Package is the Scene File for the Oxi E16 as well. You can get the Stuff here:

Gumroad: https://umonox.gumroad.com/l/uflfow
Fourthwall: https://umonox-shop.fourthwall.com/pr...

And if you like the Track but dont need the Project you can get it in High Quality on Bandcamp here:"

The OXI Playbook #2 Mod Lanes + Pattern Reset

video upload by OXI Instruments

"The OXI team's favorite workflows, patches, and sequencing tricks.

Today's trick comes from Pietro Coquinati, a modular synth maestro.

Check his work here:
https://www.instagram.com/coquinati"

00:00 Introduction
00:56 Setting the Mod lanes
02:14 Changing mod lane length and using reset
03:20 Discovering new phrasing by changing mod lane length
04:29 Combining multiple mod lanes
05:18 Making a single chord groovy / great for Dub!

The OXI Playbook #1 Interlocking Saga Melodies

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"The OXI team's favorite workflows, patches, and sequencing tricks.

Today we're transforming one Saga pattern into complex, interlocking melodies with just a few simple techniques."

00:00 Introduction
01:04 Setting the first sequence
02:10 Copying the sequence
03:00 Creating variations changing notes duration
04:08 Using accent to ground the sequence
07:25 Creating a second rhythm with LPG striking

OXI E16 Firmware Update: Everything You Need to Know

video upload by OXI Instruments

"The OXI E16 just got its biggest update yet.
In this video we explore the new firmware, including the completely redesigned Looper with three recording modes, tempo synchronization, an improved interface, better modulation workflow, and many quality-of-life improvements.

You can download the Ableton Live project used in this demo from the link below and follow along with the video. If you enjoy the video, don't forget to like, subscribe, and let us know in the comments which new feature you're most excited about.

Ableton project : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v8J1..."

00:00 Introduction
00:49 New navigation system
01:40 Alt Menu
01:55 Hold mode function
02:42 Mapping the DAW to E16
06:42 Using the APP
08:53 The looper
09:42 No Sync Mode
12:56 Activating and deactivating capture and play
13:43 Delete buffers
14:06 Free sync mode
17:10 Fixed sync mode
19:50 Taking advantage of Program changes and presets

First Steps with OXI One MKII / EP. 16 : Stochastic Mode

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First Steps with OXI One series

"Stochastic mode on OXI ONE MKII turns sequencing into an evolving generative system. Instead of programming notes step by step, patterns are created using probability, pitch mutation, and rhythm randomization. This walkthrough explores how to shape evolving melodies, unexpected rhythms, and capture ideas for further development."

00:00 Introduction
00:34 Stochastic mode interface
00:53 Note probability
02:00 Pitch and rhythm randomization
03:40 Octave range
04:15 Time division range
04:57 Pattern lenght
05:55 Velocity and gate
06:45 Tips on using stochastic as an idea generator

First Steps with OXI One MKII / EP. 15 CV and Gate

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First Steps with OXI One series

"Learn how to configure and use CV & Gate outputs on OXI One MKII. This tutorial covers three practical scenarios: patching a monophonic voice, setting up drum tracks, and creating polyphonic voice allocation for chords. It also explores modulation routing, velocity, envelopes, LFOs, clocking external modules, and more."

00:00 Introduction
00:28 How the CV and Gate matrix works
01:04 Patching a monophonic voice
02:07 Voltage specs
02:30 CV out mode: velocity
03:00 CV out mode: envelope
03:44 CV out mode: LFO
04:23 CV out mode: MOD
04:59 Gate out modes : trig modes
05:08 Gate out modes : clock
05:27 Gate out modes : accent
05:52 Gate out modes : treshold
06:08 Patching a drum voice : trigs
07:22 Patching a drum voice : velocity
08:47 Real case scenario / Patching a polyphonic system
11:!2 Voice allocation

Studio Jam: Oxi one, Vermona Perfourmer and OB-6

video upload by Hill Station

"Captured a studio session creating more material for our forthcoming album. It was recorded using these instruments:

‪‪@Oberheim‬ OB-6
‪‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ DFAM
‪‪@rolandglobal‬ TR -8S
‪‪@strymon‬ Timeline
‪‪@oxiinstruments‬ Oxi one
‪@OTOMACHINES‬ Bim & Bam
Vermona Perfourmer"

First Steps with OXI One MKII / EP. 14 Saga Mode

video upload by OXI Instruments

First Steps with OXI One series

"Saga is a new sequencing mode introduced in the Nigrán 2.0 firmware update.
Inspired by stage sequencing, Saga breaks away from the traditional step grid and lets you compose using stages with independent durations, notes, and performance parameters. From evolving melodies and unusual phrasing to chord progressions and polyrhythmic interactions, Saga opens up a completely new approach to creating music.
In this video, we'll explore the Saga workflow, stage durations, repetition and accumulator engines, chord sequencing, fractional timing, and creative techniques to help you generate unique musical ideas.

Saga Mode is featured in the new Nigrán 2.0 firmware update, available now through the OXI App."

00:00 Introduction
00:36 Saga Layout
00:44 What is a stage and how they works
02:06 Stage parameters
03:05 The concept of duration
03:51 Offset and gate lenght
04:55 Total duration
06:32 Repetitions and accumulators
09:09 Track settings
09:20 Saga with chords
12:23 Saga as a counterpoint machine
16:33 Fractional values
17:30 Inserting stages"

First Steps with OXI One MKII / EP. 13 Chord Palette

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00:00 introduction
00:54 A brief reminder on how Chord mode works
01:52 The chord palette layout
02:30 Palette row function
02:56 Color codes
03:08 The workflow / building a progression
04:24 Building tension and release with chords
04:33 Deleting a chord slot
05:01 Creating chord sequences with Pick and place
05:36 TIP 1 : harmonization with complex chords
06:16 TIP 2 : using chord mode as dummy track
06:54 Last notes

First Steps with OXI One series

"Chord Palette is a powerful new feature in the Nigrán 2.0 firmware for OXI One MKII, designed to make creating chord progressions fast, intuitive, and inspiring.
In this video, you'll learn how Chord Palette generates context-aware chord suggestions, helping you discover new harmonic ideas, build tension and release, and create richer musical progressions with ease.

We'll also explore how Chord Palette works alongside harmonized sequences to create evolving melodies and arpeggios.

Chord palette is featured in the new Nigrán 2.0 firmware update, available now through the OXI App."