François from Shakmat's Epic Live Rig - Beijing Modular 26

video upload by sonicstate

"François *from Shakmat* showed us his Live System, the modular, Elektron Octatrack and *Mixer *based rig he uses for all his live sets, including the epic set just last night in Beijing. He explained that the setup grew out of Shakmat talks, then became a more portable performance system after earlier versions proved too large and heavy for touring.

The rig combines Shakmat drum modules including Battering Ram*, *Lancer's Lash and Archer's Rig with Ballista Blast *voices, *Bishop's Miscellany sequencing, a mixer-based dub workflow, tape delay and reverb pedals, plus Octatrack material sampled from the modular. The *Ballista Blast *is a hybrid voice with digital VCO and modulation, plus analogue filter, distortion and VCA stages.

He also explained Shakmat's Select Bus workflow. The system uses the Eurorack power-bus pins for MIDI-style preset changes, so multiple modules can change together. A new firmware for Ballista Blast and Bishop's Miscellany adds exclusive Select Bus messages with channel, bank and preset control. Preset recall is a hard switch rather than a morph, and the firmware is due in late November."

Late Night Ambient | Eurorack Performance #39 (MOMENTS)

video upload by David Falcon

"Sometimes music has this magic healing power. While making this one I was reflecting a lot on the small beautiful moments of life we often overlook while we are busy with other stuff. I felt more grounded and inspired me to be more present, more aware. Right here, right now.

Patch notes:
I have tweaked a little bit my Palette case again. Zadar was not right for this build so I swapped it for Pamela's New Workout from my bigger case. As the FX was being used as a filter I then decided to bring back the Shakmat Dual Dagger to this case. I love this build so far.

This is my first time with Ornaments and Crime module. It always looked a bit intimidating with all the various modes, but for now I focused only in one (Acid Curds) which is the perfect pair for Saich. It sends 4 note chords to the 4 V/oct inputs of Saich creating these beautiful chords. To add more interest I have Saich in arp mode, modulated with an LFO from PAMS at a different subdivision than the chord sequence. This way pseudo-generative melodies are created. I was improvising changing the subdivision of the arp within Pams.

Then there are Mimeophon and Arbhar providing ambience to the track. Mimeophon is the delay and reverb for the Saich part and in the outro I looped a bit and improvised within the module. It is very performative, it is my favorite part of this module.
In Arbhar is just a simple sample of my kids playing with some instruments and there is a triangle hit in the middle that sometimes pops out in the mix. This element, despite being subtle, is what brings the emotional depth to this piece in my opinion."

The Only Snare Module You'll Ever Need? | Shakmat Lancer's Lash

video upload by Braintree56

"The Shakmat Lancer’s Lash might be the only snare module you’ll ever need.

It features seven completely different synthesis models — Analog, Slap, Modal, Physical, FM, Granular, and Blend — covering everything from classic electronic snares to metallic hits, resonant percussion, noisy textures, and some seriously weird stuff.

For this video, I decided not to spend a ton of time talking about specs. Instead, I programmed seven different jams — one for each model — to give you a chance to actually hear what Lancer’s Lash can do in a patch.

00:00 Intro
00:45 Lancer’s Lash Sound Preview
01:40 How I’m Demoing the Module
02:51 Analog
04:42 FM
06:54 Modal
09:24 Physical
10:56 Grains / Granular
12:48 Blend
15:16 Slap
17:14 Final Thoughts"

FLOW 3 / LANCER'S LASH / EDDY / a handful of new modules / first patch

video upload by BRiES

"I just installed Shakmat's new snare voice into my rack - it is pretty awesome. I thought it would pair up nicely with Flow 3 as a kickdrum and Eddy for side-chaining the synths. I was right."

Shakmat Lancer's Lash Snare Module Review

video upload by Molten Music Technology

"Lancer's Lash is all sorts of snare with all sorts of variation and hands-on control."

Index: Intro - 0:00 Overview - 4:48 Analog Model - 7:22 Slap Model - 8:41 Modal Model - 10:33 Physical Modelling Model - 12:15 FM Model - 13:45 Grains Model - 14:44 Blend Model - 17:14 Randomization - 20:23 Pitch 1V/Oct - 25:27 Other Settings - 29:07 Conclusions - 29:59

Shakmat's Lancer's Lash Charges into Battle

video upload by Metamyther

"We take an in-depth look at Shakmat's Lancer's Lash, exploring how this powerful snare module creates everything from tight techno snaps to industrial percussion to glitchy IDM rhythms. I'll demonstrate the module's sound engine, modulation possibilities, tone shaping controls, and how it plays with other effects modules. Whether you're building a modular drum machine or producing industrial techno, EBM, IDM, or experimental electronic music, this review breaks down whether Lancer's Lash deserves a place in your rack."

Shakmat Lancer's Lash : Demo

video upload by Shakmat

"The Lancer’s Lash is a dedicated snare drum synthesizer built to cover everything from tight classic hits to completely off-the-map percussion. Compact and focused, it explores several approaches to snare synthesis, giving you a wide palette of strikes, from clean and punchy to fractured and experimental.

Multiple models sit at the core of the module, ranging from analog-style synthesis to physical modeling, granular textures, and FM percussion. Each engine brings its own character, letting you dial anything from familiar drum machine snaps to strange metallic bursts and evolving hybrid snares.

To keep patterns alive, Lancer’s Lash includes an onboard randomizer for subtle variations or more adventurous rhythmic outcomes. Velocity sensitivity adds expressive dynamics, while 256 preset slots keep your favorite strikes ready to fire again via CV or Select Bus.

CHAPTERS
---------------------------------------------------
00:00 Sound Excerpts
01:35 User Interface
03:13 Main Menu
04:44 Models
10:31 Classic Engine
16:39 Randomizer
19:24 Velocity
21:54 Memory
25:21 Global Options"

HWJ - FIRE JAM - NO WAY OUT

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Hardware Jam Challenge: FIRE JAM

Fancyyyyy K-ACCUMULATOR, Shakmat BR, XODES AHH & µGR2

Make some noise!

‪@fancysynthesis‬"

SCJS#110 - THORNY WEATHER

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Small Case Jam Sessions #110

NLC Hypster, Intellijel Flurry, Ritual Electronics AMNIS, SHAKMAT Battering Ram, nanoRings, GEHIRN Noiswasp, XODES AHH & µGR2

Make some noise!"

forest - part 5

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Recorded live in Le Havre, France, 2026/7/26

NLC Hypster, NLC 8bit Cipher, SHAKMAT Battering Ram, MI Plaits, GEHIRN Noiswasp, XODES AHH & µGR2

Available on Bandcamp:


Thanks a lot for supporting me.

Make some noise!"

forest - parts 1-4

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Recorded live in Le Havre, France, 2026/7/26

NLC Hypster, NLC 8bit Cipher, SHAKMAT Battering Ram, MI Plaits, GEHIRN Noiswasp, XODES AHH & µGR2

Available on Bandcamp:



Thanks a lot for supporting me.

Make some noise!

00:00 part 1
06:18 part 2
09:19 part 3
11:55 part 4"

sand

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Recorded live in Le Havre, France, 2026/7/26

NLC Hypster, NLC 8bit Cipher, SHAKMAT Battering Ram, MI Plaits, GEHIRN Noiswasp, XODES AHH & µGR2"

WAMM (We Are the Music Makers) Brussels 2026

video upload by Padawan Studio

"We went to 'We Are the Music Makers' (WAMM) in Brussels on the 6th of June 2026. Organised by Shakmat and Beatsurfing.
Well organised, great location, met a lot of friends and loads of fantastic gear. See for yourself!"

WAMM — We Are the Music Makers Set for Brussels, June 6th 2026

Details follow:

"A new gathering dedicated to electronic lutherie, modular culture and musical experimentation is coming to Brussels this June.

Hosted by Shakmat & Beatsurfing and WAMM, the event will bring together more than 30 instrument makers, artists and performers for a full day of exhibitions, workshops, talks, DIY activities and live performances.

More than a traditional trade show, WAMM aims to create a space where electronic instruments are approached as living tools for artistic expression, experimentation and community building.

The program includes:
— a large exhibition space featuring independent synth and modular makers
— workshops around DIY electronics and VCV Rack
— talks and conferences hosted by Oscar from Underdog Music School
— opening and closing live performances
— a closing event at C12 featuring Tim Exile, Animistic Beliefs, ALEA(s) and more

WAMM will take place on June 6th 2026 in Brussels, with an opening evening happening on June 5th."

https://www.instagram.com/wamm.io/

More infos soon on Facebook."

Explaining and testing Bishop's Miscellany by Shakmat Modular

video upload by Stazma

00:00 Intro
00:47 Panel Overview
04:33 It can do breakbeats!
07:49 How I like to use it

"Today I'm happy to show you some stuff with the Bishop's Miscellany MK2 by Shakmat Modular.

This marvelou thing can record AND generate AND remix control voltages and gate on two idenpendant channel with access to almost everything as control voltage destination.
But above all it's a playable module (even tho there is a bunch of menu to travel to to set it up as you like) that you can use to make very precise things or find inspiration and new ideas on the fly.
I don't use some of it's most deep features so I won't talk about them but just with the bascis you can go pretty far already.

Have fun!!!"

Superbooth 2026: Twelve Things That Actually Caught His Eye

video upload by SynthDad

"Superbooth 2026 just wrapped up and here are the things that caught my eye over the week. As always there was way more to see than I could cover, so this is just my personal highlights from what I got to spend time with.

Let me know in the comments what stood out for you this year, and if there's anything you want me to do a deeper dive on in a future video.

Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
00:20 Elektron Outbox
01:26 Boredbrain Xcelon SL mixer
02:01 Ohmforce Bohm new kick model [& new Ohmni]
03:09 Quray gesture controller
03:38 Mimu glove controller
03:56 Making Sound Machines Plinky Chords
05:00 Bastl Kalimba
05:48 Enjoy Electronics Memento
06:58 Shakmat Queens Court
07:46 Neuzeit DROP new volume rings
08:08 WMD Cosmic Debris
09:03 Xaoc new modules
09:33 Thanks again!
09:51 Live performances"

Sounds from Superbooth 2026: Jammin' with Shakmat

video upload by Perfect Circuit

Shakmat at Perfect Circuit

The Queen’s Court is Coming to SUPERBOOTH

via Shakmat:

"Superbooth is around the corner and I’m happy to finally unveil the prototype we’re going to show this year.

The Queen’s Court is a new kind of stereo matrix mixer, combining a fully analog signal path with deep digital control — and removing the need for external modulation. Designed for performance as much as for studio work, it brings hands-on control, internal modulation, and preset morphing into a single, cohesive instrument.

At its core, The Queen’s Court offers 4 stereo inputs (configurable as stereo or dual mono), 3 auxiliary stereo inputs, and 4 stereo outputs — all freely routable within a flexible matrix and it embeds modulation directly into the routing structure.

The Queen’s Court integrates 36 internal modulators directly into the matrix.

Per-input panning with LFO-based autopanning
Per-routing-point bipolar envelopes, triggerable via CV or extracted from audio signals
Integrated LFOs on each routing point, with sine and random waveforms, clock-syncable
This enables advanced behaviors such as internal sidechaining, dynamic routing, and animated spatial movement — without relying on external modules.

Designed with an open-ended philosophy, The Queen’s Court can function as:

a self-contained matrix mixer
a performance mixer
a feedback processor
a routing hub for audio and CV
Oh and the system can also be expanded with up to two expanders, increasing the total to:
8 stereo inputs
5 auxiliary stereo inputs
4 outputs
8 CV inputs"

Additional details:

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Signal Flow Podcast Ep3: Playing live with Serge & GRM Tools Atelier (in quad)

video upload by Signal Sounds and Tom Churchill

"In this episode, Luke breaks down his setup for a recent live performance at GLOSS (the Glasgow Library of Synthesised Sound), which involved GRM Tools Atelier, Max for Live, and a two-panel Serge Paperface system (hand-built by Tom). We also round up a few new arrivals in the showroom, including the UDO Audio DMNO, ASM Hydrasynth and Shakmat Modular Ballista Blast, and share a few recommendations.

Get in touch with questions, feedback and suggestions via signalflow@signalsounds.com

Some of the gear discussed:
https://www.signalsounds.com/udo-audi...
https://www.signalsounds.com/asm-levi...
https://www.signalsounds.com/shakmat-...

Recommendations
La Synthèse Humaine: / @lasynthesehumaine6932
Innis Chonnel & Loris S. Sarid: https://lorisssarid.bandcamp.com/albu...
Elori Saxl & Henry Solomon: https://elorisaxl.bandcamp.com/album/...

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:21 UDO Audio DMNO
03:22 ASM Leviasynth
04:44 Fairfield Circuitry Placeholder
10:11 Shakmat in-store & Ballista Blast
13:58 Luke on live performance
37:18 Tom on live performance
46:08 Recommendations & outro"

HOW TO Build a Portable Live Techno Rig (and Actually Perform With It)

video upload by SynthDad Music

"Turing machines are generative sequencers that create looped melodies that slowly evolve and change over time, perfect for techno. I'm using the Shroud of Turing from Flatsix Modular in my compact techno setup. It's a 1U turing machine with clever features like user-defined scales and the ability to save different scales to play. I'm using it with Shakmat Ballista Blast as the main voice . Ohmforce Bohm is the main kick and I play it against Shakmat Battering Ram for dual-kick fun."

HOW TO Build a Portable Live Techno Rig (and Actually Perform With It)

video upload by SynthDad

"I used to think a bigger setup meant more options meant better music. Turns out the opposite is true, at least for me.

For a while my live rig was getting more complex every time I played it. More modules, more flexibility, more things to manage. And instead of playing, I was troubleshooting. So I stripped it back.

In this video I walk through the portable techno case I built for live performance; what made the cut, what didn't, and why having fewer options actually made me more focused and more musical on stage.

If you make techno with hardware and performing live is something you're thinking about, hopefully this is useful.

Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
00:45 Breakdown of my setup - kicks
01:01 Adding texture with Oneiroi
01:36 Battering Ram as second kick
02:03 Lead voice Ballista Blast
02:25 Sequencing with Shroud of Turing
05:23 Changing up the melody
05:52 Quantising notes to change the mood
07:27 Putting it all together to play
22:36 Conclusions"

Modular techno performance with a portable setup

Ballista Blast by Shakmat, Six Sound Examples

video upload by Liminal Pulses

"In this showcase, I've created six different sound sources with the Ballista Blast by ‪@ShakmatModular‬ . It can do SO MANY THINGS, and do them AMAZINGLY, but I thought I'd focus on six sound design examples, so we can zoom in on a few core engines and all the various sounds you can get from those engines. Let me know what you think of each one in the comments!

Each sound example is 2.5 minutes long, save the last example, which is 4 minutes.

0:07 Sound Example One, Engine: WaveTable. Type: Basic. ENVLP Mode: ASR. ANLG VCF: Type 2. VCA Mode: Drone. Distortion type 2, level 3 out of 5. FM. Alt = ON

2:23 Sound Example Two, Engine: Classic. Mode: Width. ENVLP Mode: AR. ANLG VCF: Type 2. VCA Mode: Drone. FM. Alt = ON

4:46 Sound Example Three, Engine: FM. Algorithm Type: Magnet Claw Arms. VCA Mode: Drone. ENV Mode: AR. FM.

7:10 Sound Example Four, Engine: WaveTable. Type: Digi 08. VCF Type: 2p VCA Mode: Drone. ENV Mode: AR.

9:50 Sound Example Five, Engine: Classic. Mode: Sync. VCA Mode: Drone. ENV Mode: AR. ANLG VCF: Type 2. FM.

12:15 Sound Example Six Engine: WaveTable. Type: Harm 1. Distortion type 2, level 3 out of 5. ENVLP Mode: ASR. ANLG VCF: 4P. VCA Mode: ENV. Distortion type 2, level 3 out of 5. FM.

I'm using effects by the ‪@busycircuits‬ MFX and ‪@tiptop-audio‬ Z5000.
The first two sound examples feature a sequence by the Varigate 4+ by ‪@malekko1‬
The second two feature the Pseudos by Raw Yaw Media.
The last two feature the T12 by ‪@doboz.modular‬"