This is Not Rocket Science (TiNRS) Workshop ‪@schneidersladen_berlin‬

video upload by SchneidersLaden

"On November 20, 2025, This Is Not Rocket Science (TiNRS) visited our showroom in Berlin. In this recording of the evening, Priscilla and Stijn Haring-Kuipers present their latest Eurorack modules, the legendary Fenix IV, and provide insights into their creative applications for experimental sound design.

Special attention is given to modules such as BOPP & STEVE, which beautifully demonstrate how far reverb and effects processing can be taken in a modular context. The presentation is complemented by a live performance by Serge Jansen, Priscilla, and Stijn, who use TiNRS modules in a hardware-based modular live set and demonstrate their strengths in a stage context.

Recorded at the SchneidersLaden showroom, Berlin-Neukölln."

Patch Memory #1: FM with the Synthesis Technology E370 (RIP Paul Schreiber)

video upload by djr brunstein

"First in a series exploring synthesiser patches and sound design. FM tones using the Synthesis Technology E370 Quad Morphing VCO. RIP Paul Schreiber.

Sample pack available: https://dorsetgunk.bandcamp.com/album..."



And the 2nd episode:

Patch Memory #2 with the Music Thing Modular Workshop System

video upload by djr brunstein

"Another dive into synthesiser patch exploration and sound design. This one uses the analogue section of the Music Thing Modular Workshop System, pushing it into gurgling, chaotic, self-patched territory.

You can buy the Workshop System kit at https://www.thonk.co.uk/shop/workshop... Or, if you don't fancy building it, I think Schneiders, Perfect Circuit, and maybe some other shops have built versions.

Sample pack available: https://dorsetgunk.bandcamp.com/album..."

LinnStrument 200 Bumpy Surface

video upload by Sound Workshop

"our Bumpy #LinnStrument Surface makes it easier to play by feel instead of by sight. We’ve shipped over 150 surfaces for LinnStrument 128, and preorders are now open for LinnStrumenf 200. Shipping in Feb 2026. Order before Dec 8 for a 15% discount.

Http://www.soundwork.shop/linnstrument"

"One BLACK aftermarket silicone surface for LinnStrument 128. LinnStrument not included.

This surface makes it easier to play LinnStrument by feel instead of by sight. Each row is shaped like a long speedbump, which has three benefits:

Guides fingers to stay on target during long pitch slides

Provides confident tactile feedback when shifting a finger up/down between rows or hitting a double stop

Allows more intentional Y expression by feeling for the front, back, or crest of the bump

The grooves are centered over the top of the notes, instead of on the boundaries. The way the finger can feel when it's on target.

The root note bumps or dots have been removed to make alternate tunings easier.


This surface is great for playing LinnStrument with eyes closed or playing with two hands.

International Customers: prices listed do not include import taxes or fees. Please note that you may need to pay an additional custom when importing.

Black Surface Back Side Cosmetic Issue (Oct 22, 2025): the remaining 8 black surfaces have unintended paint application on the back side. After installation this is not visible to the user, and it has no functional impact. Some examples are shown here. We apologize for the suboptimal appearance. The price has been reduced %10 for the remaining stock. Thank you."

Instruōdio | Konx-om-Pax - Touch Designer Workshop | La Création Du Monde

video upload by Instruō

00:00 Instruōduction
01:15 The background
01:50 The Touch Designer Patch
02:33 The visuals
04:18 CAM MIDI channel control
05:42 Dynamic brightness control
06:17 Ableton control chop
09:32 Kick parameter control mapping
10:48 Particles
13:01 Lighting image
14:50 More Kick control
17:25 Real-time scene changer method
18:46 Timing questions
19:41 Winston cameo
20:03 Future plans
21:55 Outstruōduction

"Welcome to the first published 'Instruōdio' session video.
My studio at Instruō HQ has gradually shifted to become more of a video room with occasional music project focus. But it is working really nicely as a space to record discussion sessions with artists and makers.

This is Tom Scholefield (aka Konx-om-Pax)
I've had the pleasure of gigging with Tom a number of times along side others on the Instruō crew.
Tom is an incredible visual artist and composer/sound designer.
We spoke about doing a session like this for ages and finally got together and recorded a few.
In this video Tom gives me a very detailed tour of the patch behind La Création Du Monde
https://konx-om-pax.bandcamp.com/
This has been toured and performed internationally. It is both visually and sonically spectacular. Tom has been very generous sharing his process and various Touch Designer secrets he's created and discovered. This session was a lot of fun to host and produce.

Tom also has a brand new album out that releases today!
Buy the album - Uaxuctum | Konx-om-Pax
https://konx-om-pax.bandcamp.com
Official Merch - Products | Display Copy
https://konxompax.bigcartel.com/products

Uaxactum marks the fifth studio album from Glasgow-based artist Tom Scholefield, better known as Konx-om-Pax.

Following 2020’s Astronomical Objects, this release transcends the boundaries of a traditional record—serving as the sonic counterpart to an ambitious audio-visual work of the same name, commissioned by Glasgow’s Cryptic.

Conceived during an artist residency at Arthouse Jersey, a former army barracks turned creative haven, the album emerged from a period of focused isolation. This environment afforded Scholefield the rare opportunity to develop both score and visuals in tandem, resulting in a deeply integrated multisensory experience. The piece premiered at Sonica 2024 in the Glasgow Science Centre IMAX Theatre, where hallucinatory visuals collided with immersive sound design. A second performance followed in May 2025 as part of the Glasgow 850 celebrations.

The Wire described the work as -

'a tentacular dreamscape where oil slick rainbow colours mutate across an IMAX cinema screen, in synesthetic flow with his tense Penderecki-inspired soundtrack.'"

🎛️ VAEMI : Kraakdoos / Cracklebox Atölyesi : Workshop #diy #diyprojects #gate

video upload by Vaemi

"Kraakdoos (aka Cracklebox), 1970’lerde Michel Waisvisz tarafından tasarlanan deneysel bir elektronik müzik aletidir.
Bu cihaz, parmak uçlarınızla devreyi tamamlayarak ses üretmenizi sağlar — her dokunuş, farklı bir ton, şiddet ve karakter yaratır.
VAEMI’nin modern tasarımıyla yeniden hayata geçen bu versiyonda:
• Transformatör izolasyonlu line çıkış,
• Dahili hoparlör ve harici çıkış seçeneği,
• LM709 op-amp tabanlı analog devre,
• 9V pil ile çalışma gibi özellikler bulunur.
Resimde gördüğünüz bu synthesizer’ın tüm PCB ve elektronik bileşenleri size atölye ücreti dahilinde eksiksiz bir şekilde sağlanacaktır. Derse yanınızda hiçbir şey getirmeden gelmeniz yeterlidir. Lehim kalemi, lehim, pasta, hoparlör, pil gibi gerekli malzemeler de tarafımızdan sağlanacaktır. Daha önce birkaç kez lehim yapmış iseniz bu dersler tam size göre olabilir. Dersin sonunda birleştirdiğiniz synthesizer’lar sizlerin olacaktır. Dersin başında size bütün elektronik bileşenler teslim edilecek ve bir takım şema ve synthesizer’ımız ile ilgili notlar dağıtılacaktır. “Elektrik nedir?”, “Kullanılan elektronik malzemeler ile ilgili temel bilgiler”, “Şema okuma” gibi giriş konularından sonra synthesizer üzerinde bölüm bölüm, her bölümün nasıl çalıştığını anlayarak adım adım ilerleyeceğiz. Dersin sonunda ise hep beraber synthesizer’larımızı çalıyor olacağız.
Katılımcılar, atölye süresince kendi Cracklebox’larını üretecek, cihazın elektronik yapısını öğrenecek ve sonunda kendi ürettikleri enstrümanı evlerine götürecekler. 🎶
📩 Kayıt & bilgi: @vaemisynth"

Googlish:

"Kraakdoos (aka Cracklebox) is an experimental electronic musical instrument designed by Michel Waisvisz in the 1970s.
This device allows you to produce sound by completing the circuit with your fingertips — each touch creates a different tone, intensity and character.
This version, revived with VAEMI's modern design, features:
• Transformer-isolated line output,
• Internal speaker and external output option,
• LM709 op-amp based analog circuit,
• 9V battery operation.
All PCB and electronic components of the synthesizer you see in the picture will be provided to you as part of the workshop fee. You just need to come to the lesson without bringing anything with you. We will also provide the necessary materials such as a soldering iron, solder, flux, speaker, battery. If you have done a few soldering jobs before, these lessons may be perfect for you. At the end of the lesson, you will have your assembled synthesizer. At the beginning of the lesson, you will be given all the electronic components and a set of schematics and our synthesizer. Relevant notes will be distributed. After introductory topics such as "What is electricity?", "Basic information about the electronic materials used", and "Reading schematics", we will proceed step by step on the synthesizer, section by section, understanding how each section works. At the end of the lesson, we will all be playing our synthesizers together.
During the workshop, participants will build their own Crackleboxes, learn the electronic structure of the device, and finally take home their own instrument. 🎶
📩 Registration & information: @vaemisynth

¿El mejor Sequential moderno? Workshop del nuevo Sequential Fourm

video upload by Cutoff Pro Audio

"Descubre las posibilidades expresivas del nuevo sintetizador analógico Sequential Fourm, un instrumento compacto que combina la legendaria sonoridad de Sequential con unas posibilidades para actuar impresionantes.

De la mano de Chris Calcutt, Product Specialist de Novation, en este workshop exploramos cómo Fourm puede convertirse en tu aliado creativo para dar vida a tus ideas musicales, desde su motor de cuatro voces analógicas basado en la arquitectura Prophet-5 hasta su exclusivo Tactive keybed con polifonía de aftertouch, capaz de transmitir matices y articulaciones únicas por nota.

Este workshop sobre el nuevo Sequential Fourm ha tenido lugar en nuestra tienda de Barcelona."

Googlish:

"Discover the expressive possibilities of the new Sequential Fourm analog synthesizer, a compact instrument that combines Sequential's legendary sound with impressive performance possibilities.

With Chris Calcutt, Product Specialist at Novation, in this workshop we explore how Fourm can be your creative ally in bringing your musical ideas to life, from its four-voice analog engine based on the Prophet-5 architecture to its exclusive Tactive keybed with aftertouch polyphony, capable of conveying unique nuances and articulations per note.

This workshop on the new Sequential Fourm took place in our Barcelona store."

🎛️ VAEMI : SLOS (Square Logic Oscillator Synthesizer) Atölyesi : Workshop #diy #diyprojects #gate

video upload by Vaemi

"VAEMI’nin en uygun fiyatlı ve en erişilebilir atölyelerinden biri olan SLOS (Square Logic Oscillator Synthesizer) atölyesi ile elektronik ses dünyasına adım atıyoruz!
Bu atölyede:
Logic Square Wave Oscillator ile frekans bölme (division) tekniklerini öğreneceksiniz.

Çıkışlara bağlanan LED’ler hem diyot görevi görüyor hem de “inhibit gate” (Engelleyici Kapı) gibi 'ogic' kombinasyonlarla yeni sinyal akışları yaratıyor.

Bu sinyalleri birbirine yönlendirerek ses, ritim ve müzik sentezleyeceğiz.

SLOS ile kare dalga tabanlı osilatörlerin nasıl birer ritmik ve melodik kaynak hâline geldiğini deneyimleyeceksiniz.

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GS e7 Synthesizer lets play with Multitimbral Mode And BBC Workshop

video upload by James Dyson

Use the player controls to skip around.

"GS e7 Synthesizer lets play with Multitimbral Mode and BBC Workshop in the latter half of the Stream. Setup the Keystep Pro for the 4 parts of the GS e7..
Still learning the Synth so any hic ups forgive me."

GS e7 Synthesizer Splits Layers Sound Design And Fun

video upload by James Dyson

"GS e7 Synthesizer external FX"

🔥🎹 Sequential FOURM - SINTE ANALÓGICO polifónico (REVIEW + CLÍNIC en vivo) 🎹🔥

video upload by FutureMusic.es

Enable CC in the player for subtitles.

https://sequential.com/modern-analog/fourm/

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

"Sequential FOURM genera cuatro voces analógicas en un teclado con postpulsación polifónica; una nueva forma de tocar y moldear el legendario sonido Prophet en formato compacto y asequible…. Sesión interactiva con Zígor López, Jefe de Producto de la marca.

00:00:01 Music Intro (todos los sonidos Sequential FOURM, excepto baterías)
00:05:30 Workshop: Vista rápida de la máquina
00:12:00 Arquitectura del sintetizador
00:20:30 Demo rápida de varios sonidos
00:22:09 Creando un patch desde cero
00:30:40 Así hicimos la Intro con Sequential FOURM y Ableton
00:45:20 Preguntas y respuestas
01:30:00 Despedida"

Googlish:

"Sequential FOURM generates four analog voices on a keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch; a new way to play and shape the legendary Prophet sound in a compact and affordable format…. Interactive session with Zígor López, Product Manager for the brand.

00:00:01 Music Intro (all Sequential FOURM sounds, except drums)
00:05:30 Workshop: Quick overview of the machine
00:12:00 Synthesizer architecture
00:20:30 Quick demo of several sounds
00:22:09 Creating a patch from scratch
00:30:40 This is how we made the Intro with Sequential FOURM and Ableton
00:45:20 Q&A
01:30:00 Farewell"

WMD Skorpion & Wavefolding – Workshop at SchneidersLaden

video upload by SchneidersLaden

"On September 24, 2025, things got wild at SchneidersLaden’s showroom: William from WMD presented the brand-new Skorpion module – a powerful analog wavefolder developed over five years.

With 8-stage wavefolding and a strong vector core, Skorpion offers a direct and engaging way to shape sound without screens or menus. True to WMD’s reputation for quality, this may very well be the last wavefolder you’ll ever need.

The workshop provided a deep dive into the art of wavefolding, modular sound design techniques, and featured a live performance showcasing Skorpion in action.

For everyone interested in exploring wavefolding further – here’s the full recording of the evening."

Technosaurus Selector C with Antonus Step Brother Improvisation Demos by Anton's

video uploads by Antonus

"There is not many Technosaurus modular demos in youtube so we take profit of have one in our workshop for check and then put for sale. This modular synthesizer makes honor to his name:

Is old, is very rare and difficult to find one in good shape and working, is big and heavy, the sound is like a big roar and can bite!
Really impressive to have one for look and for sound. It is very very special sound and behaviour, but have a lot of vintage essence, and remember a lot of the high quality sounding synthesizers from the early years, but adding modern connectivity with MIDI and standard CV/GATE with volt/octave norm.

A pleasure to have a very fine audio quality, clean and crispy, depth, with lot of dynamic range but at same time and old vintage essence. The frequency response is huge, with very low bottom and clean and vivid treble, low noise leaves, and the transients and fast times are fabulous. A wonderful balance between the classic old essences and sounding and modern and hi-fi details. Is very difficult to find a system with this personality, very unique.

All the modules are wonderful, but the triple resonator is incredible.

Here is an improvisation demo showing the melodic features, using it in a multi-timbral way, with different sequence sounds, basses, leads, percussions and noises, all in real time. For make that I use the Antonus Step Brother for take all the profit of the possibilities. The combination of the Technosaurus with the Step Brother is awesome, only need to use adapters from minijack to 1/4 jacks. Just direct sound, no post processing, no EQ, no multitrack.

This Selector C modules list:

This is the list of modules:
VCO x4
Dual Waveshaper x1
Dual Ring Modulator x1
Dual Envelope Generator x2
LFO x2
VCF2 x1
Triple Resonator x1
Sample and Hold x1
VCA x2
MIDI interface x1
Passive Multiple x2"

Inside Tom Oberheim’s Garage Workshop

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

See the full interview here, and the SEM Story here.

"Step inside the legendary garage workshop of Tom Oberheim—the birthplace of some of the most iconic sounds in music history. In this rare behind-the-scenes tour, Tom shares his latest creation: a custom-built computer he’s designing entirely from scratch—just because he loves the way it sounds.

Along the way, Tom opens up his treasure chest of innovations, showing us priceless prototypes from his storied career, including the original Maestro Phase Shifter prototype and circuit boards that paved the way for his groundbreaking synthesizers.

I’m joined by Rob Rosen (Rosen Sound) and Marcus Ryle (Alesis, Line 6) as we hear directly from Tom himself, walking through this sacred space filled with history, innovation, and pure sonic imagination.
👉 Don’t miss this intimate glimpse into the genius of a true pioneer."

https://oberheim.com/

https://anthonymarinellimusic.com

Learning synthesis changed my life | Workshop registration is open!

video upload by Sarah Belle Reid

"I know that sounds over the top - but it’s true.⁠ ⁠

It taught me to listen more deeply.⁠ ⁠

To embrace imperfection.⁠ ⁠

To find creative flow again, and more importantly… to find JOY in my music-making again.⁠ ⁠

Rediscovering the joy of experimenting, exploring, and making weird sounds just for fun. 🙂⁠ ⁠

I’m teaching a free online class next week – it’s equal parts about getting started with modular synths, AND about simply giving yourself permission to experiment and play.⁠ ⁠

Permission to try something new.⁠ ⁠

Permission to follow your curiosity and see where it leads.⁠ ⁠

If you’ve been curious about the world of synths but not sure where to begin, this class was made for YOU.⁠ ⁠

It’s free, it’s beginner-friendly, and you don’t need any special gear.⁠ ⁠

Go to the link in my bio if you’d like the link to register.⁠"

linkin.bio/sarahbellereid


video upload by Sarah Belle Reid

"When I was first learning modular synths, people would tell me that the best way to learn was to “just plug cables in, turn knobs, see what happens—you’ll figure it out!”⁠
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Even today I sometimes get messages when I share my online modular synthesis course, saying “Who needs a course to learn this? Just plug cables in!”⁠
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On the one hand, I completely agree that exploration, experimentation, & play are super valuable parts of learning any new instrument, & you CAN get really far with modular just by listening, turning knobs, & seeing what emerges.⁠
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But—I also remember how I personally felt when I was told that as a beginner. I’m sure their intentions were for me to feel inspired, lighter, & less concerned with “getting it right.”⁠
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But instead? I felt paralyzed.⁠
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“What do you mean, just plug things in!? Where do I even begin?⁠
What if I break something?”⁠
⁠
I’m sure this works for some; but for me the lack of guidance made me lock up & get super nervous. Instead of experimenting, I felt overwhelmed & stupid for not “getting it” right away.⁠
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I’m sharing this because I’ve realized over the years that this isn’t unique to me. Some folks work well with exploring & others thrive in a more structured environment. ⁠
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I create all my synthesis classes for folks in both worlds, who want to get deeper into their music-making AND want support to help them get there.⁠
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The amazing thing is that for SO many of the ppl who initially feel overwhelmed, as soon as they’re given step-by-step structure & support they immediately feel more empowered to experiment—& from there? They take off 🔥🚀⁠
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PS: If you haven't heard yet, I'm running a free live workshop (online) next week, all about getting started with modular synths—with clarity and confidence, instead of overwhelm and doubt. ⁠
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I'll share the first steps to getting started, a simple process for building synth patches, how to develop your sound design skills, and we'll have an open Q+A to address any of your questions live!⁠
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Go to the link in bio for the link to register! 🥳⁠"

linkin.bio/sarahbellereid

Erica Synths Introduces New Elektor Formant DIY Modular Synth

sound demo video upload by Erica Synths

"Since Erica Synths originated as a company that originally developed DIY kits for Eurorack modular synthesizers, we want to keep the spirit of DIY synths alive and besides our mki x es.EDU DIY series, we went full in, and set out to develop a contemporary, DIY-friendly and extended version of the Elektor Formant synthesizer, originally published as a DIY kit in Elektor Magazine late 70-ties. In collaboration with Harald Antes of haraldswerk.de we developed a modular system based on Elektor Formant designs and added several modules to take its functionality to next level

Timeline:
00:02 - Patch 1
00:59 - Patch 2
02:08 - Patch 3
02:58 - Patch 4
03:50 - Patch 5"

Also see: A 100% Modern Remake Of The 1970's DIY Formant Synthesizer By Erica Synths? Lets Solder it!

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Quantum cloud installation or the future of music

video upload by errorinstruments paul tas

"The Future of Music – In the Vision of Paul Tas

Imagine a future where music isn’t something you listen to, but something you create—not with instruments, but with sound itself.

Not songs. Not tracks. But pure, raw, living sound.

This is the vision behind Quantum Cloud, a prototype sound installation and device. It’s not about listening to pre-made music. It’s about building your own sonic world—100% personalized, created in real-time, with machines and light.

Quantum Cloud: A New Kind of Sound Machine

Developed by Error Instruments, this is a highly experimental modular synthesizer—part sculpture, part sound lab. Built around four light-controlled oscillators, it responds to light and to itself. The oscillators can motivate, influence, and synchronize with each other. It includes a unique echo effect, adding depth and motion to your sonic exploration.

This is not just an instrument. It’s a sound experience.
• Patchable and modular
• Fully interactive
• Designed to evolve and inspire
• Meant for the curious, the creators, and the dreamers

Whether placed in your home as a sound sculpture or built at a DIY workshop, the idea is simple: sound becomes yours.

You don’t play music—you create your sound.

Affordable, Experimental, Accessible

We are developing a Do-It-Yourself kit for under €200. You can build it at home, or join a workshop and dive deep into experimental sound-making.

This is just the beginning.

If you’re interested in being part of this sound revolution, contact:
📧 studiopaultas@hotmail.com
🌐 www.errorinstruments.com"

The Seventh Wave Festival of Electronic Music: Number Sixteen

Pess release follows:

The Seventh Wave
Festival of Electronic Music: Number Sixteen

Music festival delivers one of its best line-ups yet!

Edition 16 of an Electronic Music Festival established in 2016 takes place in Birmingham in October of this year.

In October 2025 the sixteenth ‘The Seventh Wave Festival of Electronic Music’ takes place across three days at The Castle and Falcon.

For a relatively small festival The Seventh Wave continues to get some of the biggest names in electronic and progressive music.

The stellar line-up for #16 includes Plaid, Ultramarine, Richard Norris (The Grid), Mark Van Hoen/Locust, White Noise (featuring the legendary David Vorhaus) & much more.

Tickets can be purchased for individual events at Skiddle and SEE tickets.

Full line-ups follows, flyer attached for the festival… for more information, press inquiries contact theseventhwave@btinternet.com or visit https://seventhwavefestivalofelectronicmusic.com/

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Music Thing Workshop System modular synth demo.

video upload by mylarmelodies

"Explanation begins 2:25 - This is a demo of the Music Thing Workshop System: A tiny affordable self-contained desktop modular synth with 13 modules which you can DIY (or buy pre-built, see below). It explains the device and is stuffed with examples of it doing interesting things. The video is also a celebration of modular synths in general. It’s full of ideas, things I hope you'll try yourself."

CHAPTERS
00:00 - What's this music thing?
00:14 - Montage of Moments in this Video
02:25 - The sound making superpower of a modular synth
03:42 - The good and bad things about modular synths
07:19 - What ARE the 13 modules in Workshop?
14:54 - The recommended first patch on Workshop
16:05 - What adding delay, DAW or sampler does (Frippertronics!)
17:39 - Introducing FM
18:56 - The Filters
19:56 - Combining Filters!
20:36 - Slopes - To animate sounds
21:43 - A 2 osc sound, WITH sequencer!
22:11 - The Turing Machine sequences
23:28 - Suddenly, it makes a whole track
25:01 - How hard is Workshop to DIY?
25:56 - Introducing Twists, a digital oscillator
27:41 - Instant French House (with Twists)
29:12 - Meet Backyard Rain - the most bonkers noise source
31:11 - An ambient jam using Utility Pair
34:06 - Externally processing an 808
36:52 - The insanity of the RYK 910 card
41:04 - The Reverb card and contact mic madness
42:08 - Techno Footwork Jam!
43:45 - Breaky Techno with Twists & Deluge
45:51 - Propertechno with Twists
46:51 - Finally, we Rave.
48:22 - Postscript: Good luck

Surfing The Roland System-700

video upload by Rosen Sound

"In this video Rob takes you on a basic tour of the modules in a main block system 700 plus sequencer block.

These repair videos are filmed with a tripod in Rob's personal home workshop away from the hectic vibe at Rosen Sound's Burbank location."

Native Instruments expands partnerships and platforms at Superbooth 2025

Press release follows (no pics included):

Electronic music fans can try a preview of NKS sounds on Arturia hardware, and expect a glimpse at unreleased instruments at workshops from NI, iZotope, and Plugin Alliance

Berlin, Germany – May 7, 2025 – Native Instruments, alongside iZotope and Plugin Alliance, is set to drop some exciting news at SUPERBOOTH 25, taking place at FEZ-Berlin from May 8–11. From a new NKS Hardware Partner in Arturia, to Kontrol S-Series upgrades, a special PPG LEAP pack, and new plugins from iZotope and NI, there’s a lot to look forward to.

What NI is showcasing at SUPERBOOTH 25

Arturia and NI team up to announce upcoming NKS support — Arturia owners can now look forward to seamless NKS integration for the KeyLab MK3, KeyLab Essential MK3, and MiniLab controllers. SUPERBOOTH 25 attendees can preview the upcoming Arturia NKS integration live at the Native Instruments or Arturia booths.

Enhanced Ableton Live control for Kontrol S-Series MK3 — Native Instruments is previewing expanded support and hands-on control of non-NKS plug-ins and internal Ableton devices directly on the keyboard, available to all S-series MK3 owners in the coming months.

• NKS & Leap-builder Station — Experience the power of NKS in action at the Native Instruments booth, featuring seamless integration with gear from Arturia, Akai Pro, Novation, M Audio, Nektar, and Korg, alongside Native Instruments' own acclaimed products. See how NKS reduces creative friction and helps you find the perfect sound.

•Plus, get access to a special PPG Leap pack for Kontakt 8’s Leap, only available at SUPERBOOTH, to celebrate an upcoming official re-issue from Liquid Sky of two legendary PPG hardware synthesizers.

• Circular: a revolutionary Euclidean sequencing instrument — Experience Native Instruments' groundbreaking instrument a week before release. Circular transforms held notes into evolving, polyphonic patterns brimming with intricate modulation and rhythmic expression. Try it at the booth, or get a deep dive at the workshop:

• Friday, May 9, 12:00 CEST: First look: Native Instruments’ Circular - a new approach to step sequencing. Attendees will have a chance to win a copy of Circular and try it out a week before release!

• Velvet by iZotope — iZotope will showcase the brand-new Velvet plugin, a smarter de-esser for smoother vocals that splits audio into Sibilance and Tonal channels. Get hands-on with Velvet at the booth, and don't miss platinum producer Jan Van der Toorn's workshop:

• Saturday, May 10, 16:00 CEST: iZotope presents: How to mix vocals and low-end w/ Jan Van Der Toorn. Attendees will have a chance to win a copy of Circular and try it out a week before release!

• Try bx_mastering studio from Plugin Alliance — Come by our booth and try the new, free bx_mastering studio on a touchscreen, and compare it with a custom Plugin Alliance mastering chain.

Visit Native Instruments at Room H130 at SUPERBOOTH 25 to experience the future of music creation firsthand.

New England Synth Fest at Northeastern University, Saturday, May 3

New England Synth Fest on Saturday, May 3 at Northeastern University in Ryder Hall 11 Leon St, Boston, MA 02115). Right next to the Ruggles T Station. DIY workshop starts at 11am. Performances, lectures, exhibits, and petting zoo are happening 12pm to 6pm.

Performances in QUADRAPHONIC SOUND from Switch Angel, David Dawson, Doug Bielmeier, A Campbell Payne, Bill T Miller, Bob Familiar, Andrew Neumann, Leftroman, Donald Martin, Snowbeasts, and Todd Reynolds. Schedule and artist bios here.

Bring your headphones to check out synths in the petting zoo in Room 354. Visit our vendors and exhibitors, Tall Dog, SynthCube, Stompbox Sonic, Source Audio, Circuit Happy, and the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation, also in Room 354. Join in the music making in the Jam Room in Room 458. Full day of lectures listed here in Room 429. Plus, a morning DIY workshop with Cram Audio: build a Eurorack Reverb or a Handheld Theremin!

FREE (except the DIY workshop). Follow on Instagram, Bluesky, and Linkedin for more info and updates.