We have officially sold half of our limited edition CD; we are also going to end our introductory 'Name Your Price' for downloads on BandCamp soon, so don't hesitate to purchase today!
Praise from BandCamp (Alan R Pearlman Foundation and Projekt Records )
"A tribute to the creator of my favorite music instruments. I Like the sound of the ARPs in classical electronic albums. Great record with many great contributions!"
"No favourite track, just indulging in the sonic wash of this amazing album. Just wonderful."
"...what an AMAZING collection!! ..."
"A ritual offering—ARP as oracle, muse, and monument. The machine has a soul. And here, it sings."
"It's hard to pick a favorite track off of this compilation... Lots of groovy music by a lot of artists.I had never heard of, but there are a few artists.I am familiar with. this is pretty groovy stuff... "
"Awesome tribute and collection. Mr. Roach has somehow found time to be an archivist. would love a second volume. get this as both sampler and tribute..."
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"Listed as 'modular' - but it's a semi-modular, 4-voice paraphonic synth, or mono synth, with on-board effects (reverb, delays, phaser, flanger, chorus), internal sequencer and interpolator (innovative design where sequencing can combine morphing of the oscillators, filter, LFO and envelopes), with patch memories. Very useful multi-mode filter (LP, BP, HP), with digital and analogue filter circuits. Good connectivity including midi (front and rear) for this to be the centre of your modular universe.....and it sounds wonderful and is built like a tank. Version 2 firmware with version 1 livery. This is the more expensive desktop version which can be rehoused in a eurorack case by simply disconnecting from the internal power bus and removing from the case. The case does however provide benefits for connectivity, e.g., the 1/4 inch jack inputs to run any external signal (mono or stereo) via the effects section. A future classic?"
Kingston, NY— In 2025, the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation celebrates the centennial of its namesake, the electronic visionary whose marvelous ARP synthesizers changed the landscape of music forever. As part of the ongoing celebrations, the Foundation is announcing the release of Soul Of The Machine, a 36-track musical celebration of the man and his creations as interpreted by a diverse range of recording artists.
Soul Of The Machine is a 36-track collection of tracks old and new, covering everything from innovative electronic, dance, and space music to jazz, funk, and Latin pop, all featuring the signature sounds of classic ARP instruments. The collection includes everything from ARP’s first synthesizer — the massively powerful ARP 2500 modular system — to the instruments that rewrote the rules on how electronics and music came together. The 2600, Odyssey, Pro Soloist, Omni, and many more ARP instruments sing, cry, scream, and soar, in the hands of musical talents both legends and newcomers.
Soul Of The Machine is a treasure trove of musical exploration. Martin Gore’s “KIno" combines Depeche Mode’s signature rhythmic power with a uniquely lyrical and sweet atmosphere. “Mr. No” is a celebration of the classic proto-techno sound of John Foxx. Award-winning soundtrack composer Mark Isham showcases his signature pulsating energy and evocative moodscapes in the mini-suite “Musings – in Two Parts”. Lisa Bella Donna takes listeners on a journey into timeless wonder in the epic “Conclusions.” JG Thirlwell’s “Sphere” is a synth freakout ricocheting between ominous sci-fi atmospheres and searing beats. Panic Girl offers "Drifting Whispers," a somber and uplifting neo-retro journey into a past that never was.
Other artists on the collection include Michael Brückner, Phil Cirocco, Rupert Greenall, LaMar "Kronick" Mitchell, Jeff Rona, Drew Schlesinger & David Torn, Don Slepian, and many others, as well as tracks by the collection's curators Steve Roach and Chris Meyer of Alias Zone.
Famed ambient / electronic pioneer and ARP user since 1978, Steve Roach shares his thoughts on Soul Of The Machine: "In 2024 I had the honor of meeting Dina Pearlman-Ifil — the director of the Alan R Pearlman Foundation — in person. Over the course of several phone conversations we discussed ways to celebrate the centennial year of her father's life and his place in history. My idea for a compilation of music using her father’s creations grew out of those conversations, presenting a perfect way to directly experience the vast range of music that was birthed by the family of ARP synthesizers. This compilation is just a small taste of the universe Alan inspired in sound explorers and artists across a vast range of genres."
Steve mapped out the music so that CD 1 represents a sonic journey and CD 2 provides a showcase of the depth and breadth of what ARP synths can do. After both CDs were finalized, there were more tracks than room on the CDs. These additional songs are available as a bonus digital supplement to the physical CD set.
Says Dina Pearlman-Ifil: “I have long-dreamed of a multi-genre collection that would illustrate the depth and breadth of the possibilities of my father's instruments. This collection is the embodiment of what my father treasured most: The creative spirit. As the old ARP tagline used to say: ‘The most creative part of an ARP Synthesizer is you.’”
The Alan R. Pearlman Foundation is dedicated to the empowerment of young and burgeoning artists into the future. When we look at classical instruments born hundreds of years ago, we see that Alan Pearlman's synthesizers stand tall, earning their place in the evolution of musical history. Acoustic or electric, their common ground is the enduring inspiration for creativity and sonic innovation that inspires the hearts and minds of musicians, performers, and sound explorers worldwide.
Soul Of The Machine will be available for streaming on October 17, 2025. The special limited edition CD will be available for purchase in early-to-mid-November.
Proceeds go the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation
The Alan R. Pearlman Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to celebrate the legacy of inventor, musician, entrepreneur and engineer Alan R. Pearlman, by making his innovative inventions publicly accessible, and by inspiring future generations to imagine and create.
ARP Centennial Compilation Concept: Steve Roach Project Directors: Steve Roach, Chris Meyer, and Dina Pearlman-Ifil Mastered by: Robert Rich
Cover concept and design by Dina Pearlman-Ifil, production by Sharon Wasko
This compilation wouldn't be possible without the support of our incredible sponsors: Cherry Audio, Korg USA, Moog Music and Steve Roach. Also HUGE thanks to Chris Meyer / Alias Zone, Mark Marshall / interage.com for all things web, Dr. Mike Metlay/ atomicwords.net for creative input on the liner notes, and Sam Rosenthal / Projekt Records.
Q1. What is FM synthesis? A1. The cheesy sounds of mid-80s pop music A2. A technique enabling sound designers to tap into the underlying mathematical structures of the Universe Q2. Can both of these be true?
Australia’s pioneering electronic music collective Clan Analogue explore these important questions with their dazzling new release - Sublime Wavelengths: The Cosmic Bliss of FM Synthesis. This compilation takes listeners on a journey through the shimmering tones, intricate modulations, and futuristic landscapes of FM synthesis. Sublime Wavelengths is a celebration of the iconic synthesis method of frequency modulation which revolutionised sound design in the 1980s and defined an era of electronic music.
The artists on Sublime Wavelengths explore FM synthesis in all its manifestations. Jacek Tuschewski and Darrow explore the transcendant qualities of frequency modulation with their expansive contributions, while KOshowKO and Boris Divjak each embrace driving rhythmic and melodic possibilities with their cosmic melding of digital precision and human expression. Meanwhile experimental harpist Kris Keogh pushes sonic transformation to the limit with a mutated strain of crushed and squished FM processing while Sussiguala creates an unrelenting rhythmic structure pulsing with dubbed-out sine wave modulation. The technology employed from the artists’ studios ranges from the classic 1980s Yamaha DX7 synthesizer, heard on contributions from Infinity Deck and BluNjin, to the newest hardware, VST synths and coding environments, such as those used by Acidalius and Marcus Newman. Sublime Wavelengths doesn’t neglect the party vibe of 80s-flavoured pop, with celebratory grooving contributions from Swinging Tasty Bag and Just the Tip-pet. The compilation culminates with the high energy sounds of Mr Rachele before dissipating into hypnotic closing tracks by Intermodd and Cylan.
The album reflects the collective spirit of experimentation that Clan Analogue has nurtured since the early ‘90s, while embracing the retro-futurist charm and crystalline complexity that FM synthesis offers. Whether you’re a synth enthusiast, an electronic music aficionado, or simply a listener ready for a sonic adventure, Sublime Wavelengths invites you to tune into a higher frequency.
Sublime Wavelengths is dedicated to the memory of Jacek Tuschewski who passed away prior to the release of the compilation.
released September 2, 2025
Executive Producer: Tieran Kimber Design: James Wingrove Label support: Nick Wilson Mastering: Darren Ziesing at Millennium Mastering, except track 1 mastered by Martin Koszolko Listening panel: Wade Clarke and Marcus Newman
"⚡ 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!
"This soundset originally made for Volca FM2 cause its having 6 notes of polyphony, it still will work with original Volca FM but with only 3 notes of polyphony.
Also working with: Hardware DX7,DX7 2D,TX802 / Software Dexed,Arturia DX7 V
FM synthesis usually describing like digital,cold, glassy sounding.
We spent some time to dive deeper & get more analog & silky tones from 6 Operator synth family.
Thanks to DXCONVERT/TXCONVERT tool for conversion from 4OP to 6OP.
Introducing "Ambika" soundset with 32 ambient & analog-like tones!
DX7 from Yamaha is one of the most popular keyboard synths ever with all classic fm synthesis capabilities and classic sounds - it opened a sound universe in 80s!
But it can do much more & what is really missing in its internal presets are smooth and warm sounds.
We made smooth & creamy sounds for ambient & atmospheric music.
Watch acclaimed flutist and composer Elena Pinderhughes bring the Aerophone Brisa to life in this expressive sound demo performance. From acoustic emulations to bold synth textures, Elena showcases Brisa’s wide sonic palette with artistry and flair.
Whether you're a wind player, producer, or sound explorer, the Aerophone Brisa offers a fresh take on performance and creativity. Elena’s dynamic playing highlights the instrument’s expressive capabilities and genre-crossing potential.
00:00 SawSqr Reso Lead
00:35 Erhu
00:59 Baritone Sax
01:07 Concert Flute
01:19 Didgeridoo
01:37 Jazz Scat 1
01:44 Dist Saw Lead
01:59 Vibraphone
2. Roland Aerophone Brisa Performance ft. Shabaka Hutchings
The Aerophone Brisa is a next-generation digital wind instrument designed for flutists and wind doublers to inspire bold musical exploration. With intuitive breath control, customizable sounds, and an array of acoustic fingerings, Brisa empowers artists to push sonic boundaries like never before.
In this exclusive performance, visionary saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings brings Brisa to life, blending his spiritual jazz roots with futuristic textures and tones. His dynamic improvisation showcases the expressive depth and versatility of Brisa, proving that tradition and innovation can coexist in perfect harmony.
3. Roland Aerophone Brisa | Everything You Need to Know (Featuring Elena Pinderhughes)
Discover the Roland Aerophone Brisa, a revolutionary digital wind instrument designed with flute players in mind. In this in-depth video, flutist Elena Pinderhughes guides you through everything you need to know about Brisa, from expressive sound demos to intuitive design features that adapt to your unique playing style.
In this video, you’ll learn about the SuperNATURAL Winds technology that delivers lifelike tone and dynamic expression, dual breath sensors and motion control for nuanced performance, and customizable fingerings including flute, Brisa, trumpet, and more. You'll also learn about Brisa’s built-in speaker, connectivity, DAW integration, and the companion app for tone editing, controller assignment, and access to Roland Cloud.
Whether you're an experienced wind player, a producer, or just starting your musical journey, Brisa opens up a whole new world of creative possibilities.
Press release follows.
The Popular Roland Aerophone Family Expands with an Innovative Flute-Style Instrument
Los Angeles, CA, September 16, 2025 — Roland introduces Aerophone Brisa, the latest member of the company’s Aerophone family of digital wind instruments.
"Step into a universe of lush, immersive soundscapes with the Hotone Verbera. In this video, we explore unique presets paired with expressive IRs, showcasing how Verbera transforms a synthesizer’s tone into a cinematic journey. From deep ambient washes to rhythmic, pulsing reverbs, discover the power of convolution and algorithmic reverb in one compact pedal.
Featured Presets & IRs:
00:07 - 001 - Verbera / IR: Space VAB Sd
00:41 - 024 – Multi Universe / IR: Time Slip
01:18 - 028 – Disco Elysiumt / IR: Ping Pong Fun
02:10 - 062 - Flap Wings / IR: Rain Field
Perfect for synth players, guitarists, and sonic explorers alike."
Ever imagined your sound echoing through a sold-out stadium? Or reverberating off the metallic walls of a NASA spacecraft hangar? What if your guitar fell into a cosmic white hole… or drifted through the vaulted ceilings of a centuries-old cathedral?
Welcome to Verbera — where imagination meets reality. This is not your typical software convolution plugin. Verbera is a standalone, hardware-based convolution reverb pedal — with Instant IR loading, stunning tweakability, and boundless sonic range. Whether you’re recreating iconic spaces, vintage hardware, or crafting otherworldly reverbs never heard before, Verbera gives musicians and engineers a powerful new tool for both live and studio setups.
Step Into Iconic Spaces and Classic Gear with a Single Click Verbera ships with 120 world-class impulse responses (IRs) — captured in breathtaking detail from legendary spaces like symphony halls, European cathedrals, even aerospace facilities. You’ll also find IRs modeled after classic studio gear like spring and plate reverbs. Massive or intimate, modern or retro — Verbera brings those sonic environments directly under your feet.
Reverbs from Another Dimension Verbera isn’t just about realism — it’s about reinvention. Beyond the meticulously captured IRs, you’ll find a curated library of original Hotone-crafted IRs that stretch the limits of your imagination. Think sci-fi-inspired synth atmospheres, time-warping delay trails, shimmering textures pulled straight from a “white hole” in space. These are not your standard reverbs — they’re creative catalysts designed to inspire your next masterpiece.
Dual Reverb Engine for Deep-Dimensional Sound Design At the heart of Verbera is a dual-engine design. On one side: the IR convolution engine, capturing the nuanced reflections of real spaces and gear. On the other: XR, a finely tuned algorithmic reverb that brings surreal, hyper-dimensional ambiance to your sound. Layer them. Shape them. And with a single tap, freeze the XR reverb to create endlessly evolving textures and ambient pads.
Cutting-Edge Convolution Tech, Instant IR loading Powered by Hotone’s proprietary low-latency convolution engine, Verbera delivers studio-grade reverb tails — up to 10 seconds stereo or 20 seconds mono — without skipping a beat. Switch IRs on the fly with zero audio dropout. This is next-gen performance that blows past traditional limitations.
"In this deep dive, we explore Lacrima Versio, the underrated gem in Noise Engineering's Versio universe. Designed for Eurorack synth power users, Lacrima is a stereo state-variable filter with built-in saturation, audio-rate modulation, envelope following, and lush chorusing. Inspired by the iconic Mutron III guitar pedal, this module channels vintage autowah energy into modern industrial techno and experimental electronic music contexts. Whether you're building gritty textures or making your oscillators scream, this video demonstrates why Lacrima will be your essential secret weapon. Perfect for modular synth heads, electronic producers, and anyone obsessed with hardware sound design. Watch, patch, and rediscover filtering – with attitude."
"We continue our series of creative preset banks for Wavestate, it's time for drums and percussion & synth lines - 'Rhythmica' series turns your WS into complete groovebox.
Here you will find all what you need to transform your Guitar & Synth into a galactic machine!
Silky choruses, wide choruses, enchancers
Phaser & Flanger movements
Special effects - vowel, ring mod, side chain, gate sequences
Swells & String Machine fx
Various movements (thanks to LFO & Envelope inside)
All 40 presets are modeled as insert type fx & will work with your H9 if you are having MAX version or Modfactor pedal.
"I launched PTNSHIFT a couple of months ago but the launch video left some people confused. In this vid I walk it right back from the start - including why and how it breaks some core rules about how we make music today.
PTNSHIFT is a generative music performance instrument that combines the deep sonic universe of a modular synth with DJ-style interactions like pattern-launching, mixing, blending and FX.
You’ve discovered the synth industry’s best-kept secret: the 3rd Wave 8M — bringing Groove Synthesis’ award-winning wavetable technology to more studios, stages, and creative spaces than ever before. This isn’t a watered-down version. This is 8 voices and 2 parts of pure, uncompromised 3rd Wave DNA in a more accessible, compact package. Same premium sound engine. Same analog filters. Same innovative synthesis. Just more accessible to more producers and musicians.
ACCESS ALL AREAS
The performance-oriented control set featuring a generous 7” display with six encoders gives you the confidence to create the sounds you’ve always envisioned.
COMPLETE SYNTHESIS TOOLKIT
Choose from wavetable synthesis, analog-style synthesis, FM, and sampling for each of the three oscillators to create rich and expansive soundscapes.
• 8 Voices of full 3rd Wave sound engine with complete patch compatibility
• Bi-timbral operation with two independent parts
• Premium analog filters and output stages—identical to our flagship models
• Multiple synthesis types: wavetable, analog-style, FM, and sampling
• Streamlined interface with larger, more intuitive display
• Compact desktop format that fits your creative space
CLASSIC LEGACY – MODERN SOUND
While the 3rd Wave has roots in the classic digital wavetable synths of the past, it takes that concept into the 21st century with a lush, expansive sound that’s a product of its expanded wavetables and warm, organic analog filters.
It boasts not only a punchy, Dave Rossum-designed 2140 analog low-pass filter with variable saturation, but a second, SEM-style state-variable filter (low-pass, high-pass, notch, and band-pass) for additional tone-sculpting. Run both filters in series for harmonically complex textures."
Update: and the press release:
ORINDA, CA – May 8, 2025 – Groove Synthesis, the innovative synthesizer company known for its award-winning 3rd Wave 24-voice advanced wavetable synthesizers, today announced the 3rd Wave 8M – a compact desktop synthesizer that brings the distinctive Groove Synthesis sound to a more accessible price point, without compromising on sound quality or core features.
Building on the success of the flagship 24-voice 3rd Wave models 24K and 24M, the new 8M features 8 voices of polyphony and bi-timbral operation in a streamlined desktop format. Priced at $1,999 USD, the 8M delivers the same premium sound quality and cutting-edge synthesis capabilities that have made Groove Synthesis a favorite among producers, composers, and performers worldwide.
"We created the 8M to bring the distinct 3rd Wave sonic character and sound design capabilities to more musicians and producers," said Bob Coover, co-founder of Groove Synthesis. "This isn't a watered-down version of our flagship 24-voice models. The signal processing chain, analog electronics, and the sound are the same as on the 24. The 8M just makes the 3rd Wave experience accessible to musicians, sound designers, and producers who don't need the full scale system.”
The 3rd Wave 8M maintains complete patch compatibility with the 24-voice 3rd Wave models, allowing users to seamlessly integrate the 8M into existing setups or upgrade to larger models in the future. The streamlined user interface focuses on performance-oriented controls while utilizing a larger, more intuitive display for deep sound design capabilities.
Key features of the 3rd Wave 8M include:
● 8-Voice Polyphony: Full 3rd Wave sound engine with 8 voices and three oscillators per voice ● Complete Synthesis Toolset: Wavetable synthesis, analog-style synthesis, FM, and sampling ● Bi-timbral: Two independent parts for layering and splitting ● Complete Patch Compatibility: Seamless integration with 24-voice 3rd Wave models ● 8 Analog Filters and Output Stage: The same premium analog filters and output circuit design as flagship 24-voice models, 24K and 24M ● Streamlined Interface: Performance-oriented, expressive control set with larger display ● Multiple Outputs: 4 balanced outputs for flexible studio integration ● Compact Design: Smaller footprint ideal for desktop or touring setups
"As a bunch of synth enthusiasts ourselves, we know that the sound is everything," said Andrew Silverman, co-founder of Groove Synthesis. "The 8M has the full DNA of our flagship models. We've carefully considered what matters most to musicians and sound designers, preserving the elements that define our sound while creating a more accessible entry point to the 3rd Wave sonic universe.”
The 3rd Wave 8M continues the Groove Synthesis tradition of combining vintage inspiration with modern capabilities. While the 3rd Wave has roots in the classic digital wavetable synths of the past, it takes that concept into the 21st century with a lush, expansive sound that’s a product of its expanded wavetables and warm, organic analog filters. The intuitive, performance-focused interface avoids menu diving for a natural control flow, preserving and adapting the vital parts of the keyboard’s controls in a compact format.
In this video we demonstrate Monumatic's capabilities alongside other modules and controllers, these include; Intuitive Instruments Exquis Knobula Chord Pilot Knobula Echo Cinematic Knobula Kickain Endorphins Queen of Pentacles Jasmine and Olives Water Bela Gliss Arturia Keystep"
Knobula Monumatic Synth Demo (no talking): 18 Patches
Monumatic is a fully polyphonic 8-voice synthesizer and a monophonic synthesizer packed into a compact 12HP Eurorack module.
It features16 selectable oscillator modes to provide a diverse range of both classic and futuristic tone generation using exclusively virtual analog algorithms.
"Inspired by 1970s visionaries like Klaus Schulze, Tangerine Dream, and Ash Ra Tempel, this collection captures the essence of analog warmth, cosmic sequences, and ethereal leads—perfect for crafting your own voyage through time and space. Explore a universe of expressive, retro-futuristic sounds! Featuring 50 exclusive presets where each sound has been expertly sculpted by renowned sound designer, OttO K. Schwarz. The presets are fully optimized with modwheel and velocity assignments, ensuring dynamic control!
Ideal for producers shaping retro-futuristic electronica, ambient, or synthwave; film and game composers in search of cinematic depth and cosmic textures; and synth enthusiasts eager to expand their sonic palette. Berlin Legacy is more than a soundset—it’s a portal to another dimension. Whether reviving the magic of vintage sequencers or pioneering new electronic frontiers, let these sounds carry you to a realm where analog circuitry meets the infinite cosmos!
"PTNSHIFT is a generative music performance instrument that combines the deep sonic universe of a modular synth with DJ-style interactions like pattern-launching, mixing, blending and FX.
COMPATIBILITY UPDATE: The companion app now fully supports Windows and MacOS. If you have an Ableton Push 3, Niklas and I would love to hear from you so we can test support! Please DM me on Patreon."
PTNSHIFT Generative Music Performer: First Look and Deep Dive
"Cosmische Echoes: 1970s-Inspired Apple Loops
Hypnotic, Pulsing, and Drenched in Vintage Vibe
Step into the sonic universe of 1970s German 'Kosmische Musik' and 'Krautrock' with this exclusive collection of 138 Apple Loops ready to add instant retro-futuristic warmth to your tracks! Recorded in the late ‘90s using authentic vintage gear, these loops deliver the hypnotic, analog textures that defined an era of experimental electronic music.
Created with Legendary Gear:
🔹 **70s Conn Min-o-Matic – Classic mechanical beatbox rhythms
🔹 **Sequential Circuits Pro One – Deep, pulsing synth lines
🔹 **Lexicon Alex – Lush, spacey atmospheres
🔹 **Sony DAT Machine – Pristine late-90s digital capture
What’s Inside?
Seven curated folders packed with motorik grooves, lush arpeggios, and cosmic textures, ready to drop into your DAW for seamless creativity. Whether you're producing ambient, electronic, or experimental music, these loops provide an instant gateway to the vintage 70s Kosmische sound**.
🔗 **Get it now on Gumroad and bring some Krautrock magic to your productions!
