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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
FREE SYNTH: ENSONIQ SD-1 Emulator (by Sojus Records) - No talking demo
video upload by ADL-MusicLab
"Hello everyone!
Here's to you my 'No talking demo' of this FREE emulation of the Ensoniq SD-1 developed by Sojus Records, which brings back to life this iconic synthesizers!
This VST3 plugin is a faithful, hardware-level emulation of one of the most unique digital synthesizers of the early ’90s.
Originally released in 1990, the Ensoniq SD-1 comes from a lineage of evolving Transwave wavetable synthesizers, following the ESQ-1, SQ-80, and VFX series. It combines additive-style waveform layering with powerful modulation, placing it alongside classics like the PPG Wave and Waldorf Microwave in the world of hybrid digital synthesis.
This "MAME-based" VST3 plugin brings the SD-1/32 to life inside your DAW for the first time. Despite being a proof-of-concept, it is already fully functional and incredibly deep.
The demo showcases some of the presets created directly from the engine – from lush pads and evolving textures to digital timbres and analog-style patches. Each patch can layer up to 6 waveforms from the original ROM, shaped by dual multi-mode filters, complex envelopes, LFOs, and an extensive modulation matrix. The built-in effects processor adds classic reverb, chorus, flanging, and delay.
Key features of the plugin include:
• Full VST3 support (Windows & macOS, Intel + ARM)
• Complete MIDI implementation including polyphonic aftertouch
• Full VST automation (all controls)
• Import of original VFX / VFX-SD / SD-1 SysEx files
• Resizable GUI with multiple panel layouts
• Support for original disk images and cartridges
• Optional multi-output routing (main + aux)
• Built-in sequencer support (with original OS disk)
• And much more...
⚠️ Important: This plugin requires original Ensoniq SD-1 ROM files (not included for copyright reasons). Please check the documentation for setup instructions.
⚠️ Note: Due to the nature of the emulation, CPU usage can be high and only one instance can run per DAW session.
More info here:
https://www.sojusrecords.com/news/ens...
GitHub page:
https://github.com/sojusrecords/Enson...
This project is an exciting step toward preserving and reimagining classic digital synthesizers in modern workflows. If you’re into vintage gear, wavetable synthesis, or rare digital textures, this is definitely worth exploring.
#ensoniq #synth #vst"
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LABELS/MORE: Ensoniq, New Makers, New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths, Sojus
LABELS/MORE: Ensoniq, New Makers, New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths, Sojus
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Modal Electronics 001
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via this Vemia listing
Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.
"The Modal Electronics Modal 001 is a duophonic hybrid synthesizer keyboard released by Modal Electronics in 2015. It combines digitally controlled oscillators with an analog signal path, giving it both stability and classic analog warmth. The Modal 001 is a 2-voice, bi-timbral hybrid synth with two oscillators and sub-oscillators per voice, a 24 dB transistor ladder filter, and over 50 waveform options. It includes a built-in 32-step sequencer, arpeggiator, and modulation matrix, plus performance controls like an XY joystick and aftertouch keyboard. In great shape! Including original box and invoice."
via this Vemia listing
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"The Modal Electronics Modal 001 is a duophonic hybrid synthesizer keyboard released by Modal Electronics in 2015. It combines digitally controlled oscillators with an analog signal path, giving it both stability and classic analog warmth. The Modal 001 is a 2-voice, bi-timbral hybrid synth with two oscillators and sub-oscillators per voice, a 24 dB transistor ladder filter, and over 50 waveform options. It includes a built-in 32-step sequencer, arpeggiator, and modulation matrix, plus performance controls like an XY joystick and aftertouch keyboard. In great shape! Including original box and invoice."
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LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Modal Electronics, VEMIA
LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Modal Electronics, VEMIA
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Experimenting With Electronic Music by Robert Brown & Mark Olsen
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via this eBay listing
"Published the very same year electro-industrial pioneers Kraftwerk released their breakthrough album 'Autobahn,' here's a wonderful, rare book covering virtually everything you ever wanted to know about music synthesis and reproduction.
Within its pages is an overview of the history of electronic music, from RCA's tube-based Mark I to modern solid-state synthesizers, with photos of the Minimoog and the Moog Sonic Six, as well as the Tonus ARP 2500, 2600, and Soloist consoles. For you tinkerers out there, the book also contains numerous construction projects, including two (2) separate transistorized theremins complete with detailed alignment instructions. All projects come ready-to-build with full schematics and parts lists.
Small crease in corner of cover and first few pages are lightly dog-eared/chipped with tape repairs. Apart from some age-toning and a little cover wear, the book is in very good condition. Softcover, 180 pages. Copyright 1974. This item ships WORLDWIDE
Contents include:
Musical Electronics
History - Mechanical Tone Generation - Electronic Tone Generation - The Music Synthesizer
Sound and the Electronic Signal
Sound - Harmonic Motion - The Sine Wave - Additive Synthesis - Square Wave - Sawtooth Wave - Beat Notes - The Envelope - White Sound - Using the Complex Wave
The Instruments
Mechanical Tone Generators (string, wind, and percussive) - Experimenting
Microphone and Pickup Applications
Principles - Ceramic and Crystal Applications - Homemade Ceramic - Homemade Percussion - Dynamic Microphones - Magnetic Pickups - Homemade Magnetic Pickup - Condenser - Impedance
Building a Small Electric Organ
Tone Generation - General Construction - Tremolo Modulator - Mixer - Homemade Keyboards - Combining the Stages
The Electronic Modifiers
Tremolo Circuit - Envelope Control Circuit - Trigger Circuit - Attack Envelope Generator Circuit - Photoelectric Modulator - Reverberation - Chime Device - "Fuzz" Circuit - Sustain Circuit
Electronic Tone Generators
Multi-waveform Generator - Pink Noise Circuit - Two Theremin Projects - Automatic Percussion Circuit - The Almost Nightingale - Mini-Organ
Odds and Ends
Two-Channel Mixer - Three-Channel Mixer - Voice Selector - Variable Bandpass Amplifier - Active High-Pass Filter - Resonant Filter - Tube Filter - Tape and Echo"
via this eBay listing
"Published the very same year electro-industrial pioneers Kraftwerk released their breakthrough album 'Autobahn,' here's a wonderful, rare book covering virtually everything you ever wanted to know about music synthesis and reproduction.

Within its pages is an overview of the history of electronic music, from RCA's tube-based Mark I to modern solid-state synthesizers, with photos of the Minimoog and the Moog Sonic Six, as well as the Tonus ARP 2500, 2600, and Soloist consoles. For you tinkerers out there, the book also contains numerous construction projects, including two (2) separate transistorized theremins complete with detailed alignment instructions. All projects come ready-to-build with full schematics and parts lists.Small crease in corner of cover and first few pages are lightly dog-eared/chipped with tape repairs. Apart from some age-toning and a little cover wear, the book is in very good condition. Softcover, 180 pages. Copyright 1974. This item ships WORLDWIDE
Contents include:
Musical Electronics
History - Mechanical Tone Generation - Electronic Tone Generation - The Music Synthesizer
Sound and the Electronic Signal
Sound - Harmonic Motion - The Sine Wave - Additive Synthesis - Square Wave - Sawtooth Wave - Beat Notes - The Envelope - White Sound - Using the Complex Wave
The Instruments
Mechanical Tone Generators (string, wind, and percussive) - Experimenting
Microphone and Pickup Applications
Principles - Ceramic and Crystal Applications - Homemade Ceramic - Homemade Percussion - Dynamic Microphones - Magnetic Pickups - Homemade Magnetic Pickup - Condenser - Impedance
Building a Small Electric Organ
Tone Generation - General Construction - Tremolo Modulator - Mixer - Homemade Keyboards - Combining the Stages
The Electronic Modifiers
Tremolo Circuit - Envelope Control Circuit - Trigger Circuit - Attack Envelope Generator Circuit - Photoelectric Modulator - Reverberation - Chime Device - "Fuzz" Circuit - Sustain Circuit
Electronic Tone Generators
Multi-waveform Generator - Pink Noise Circuit - Two Theremin Projects - Automatic Percussion Circuit - The Almost Nightingale - Mini-Organ
Odds and Ends
Two-Channel Mixer - Three-Channel Mixer - Voice Selector - Variable Bandpass Amplifier - Active High-Pass Filter - Resonant Filter - Tube Filter - Tape and Echo"
Thursday, March 12, 2026
synthiota CircuitPython Drone Synthesizer Demonstration
video upload by ReLiC
"Full demonstration of the synthiota Drone. 8 Oscillators, 3 LFOs, effects, and more!
Hardware: https://github.com/todbot/synthiota
Software: https://github.com/relic-se/CircuitPy...
CircuitPython: https://circuitpython.org/
Libraries:
https://circuitpython-synthvoice.read...
https://circuitpython-synthiota.readt...
https://circuitpython-waveform.readth..."
Also see "tbish" update on "synthiota" board
CircuitPython Drone Synthesizer Demo on synthiota
video upload by ReLiC
"8-voice drone synthesizer written in CircuitPython for the Synthiota."
Software: https://github.com/relic-se/CircuitPy...
Hardware: https://github.com/todbot/synthiota
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
DiscoDSP Releases Retromulator Based on The Usual Suspects dsp56300 Engine
via DiscoDSP
[Note: although DiscoDSP gives credit to The Usual Suspects, it's my understanding TUS is not happy about it. From a forum:
"He basically took our source, put his own wrapper on it and is trying to sell it and use it to promote his own business. Can't prevent it, but frankly this is reprehensible IMHO.What isn't clear is whether the UI is just the player above or includes the full editors by The Usual Suspects. I'm hearing it's just the player, which in effect might be an upsell for the full editors by The Usual Suspects.
Yes. He knows he cannot legally "sell" it due to the licensing model our code is published under. Therefore he sells "support" of "his development efforts" to include difficult things like "git clone" and other Arcane and extremely difficult stuff. sigh... I'd strongly advise anyone using it not to actually pay him for it, but that is just my opinion.]
That said:
"Retromulator brings legendary hardware cores back to life through authentic low-level emulation. The virtual analog synths are powered by a faithful recreation of the Motorola DSP 56300 processor, the Yamaha DX7 runs a full emulation of its original chip set, and the Akai S1000 sampler plays your SF2, SFZ, and Bliss sample banks with studio-quality interpolation. Each core runs its actual firmware or sample data — delivering the unmistakable character of hardware that defined electronic music from the early 80s through the 2000s.
Unlike traditional software emulations that recreate synthesizer behavior by approximation, Retromulator emulates the original integrated circuits at the hardware level. The virtual analog synths run on a cycle-accurate Motorola DSP 56300, the Yamaha DX7 runs a full emulation of its Hitachi HD6303R sub-CPU and Yamaha YM21280/YM21290 EGS/OPS chip set, and the Akai S1000 sampler runs on the SFZero v3.0.0 engine with 8-point sinc interpolation supporting SF2, SFZ, ZBP, and ZBB sample banks. Each core executes its authentic firmware or sample data exactly as intended.
Load the ROM firmware from your own hardware or sample banks from your library, place them in the designated folder, and Retromulator takes care of the rest. The result is not an approximation — it is the real hardware running inside your DAW.
Retromulator is built on Gearmulator, an open-source synthesizer emulation project by the dsp56300 team. We are grateful for their extraordinary work in bringing these classic instruments back to life."
You can find demos of the dsp56300 engines in previous posts here.
Featured synths:
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LABELS/MORE: discodsp, DSP56300, New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths
LABELS/MORE: discodsp, DSP56300, New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths
Friday, March 06, 2026
Equations: Graphing Calculator Synthesizer by Decent Samples
Playing around with the Equations Synth video upload by Peter Kirn
"I am not going to write a Kraftwerk reference here.
This is too awesome. Review -- and more on the TI calculator hardware and how it's been used for music:
https://cdm.link/making-music-on-the-..."
via https://www.decentsamples.com
Where mathematics meets music: a unique synthesizer plugin that puts the power of mathematical expression directly at your fingertips. Instead of selecting from preset waveforms, you write your own equations to generate completely unique sounds.
Equation Synth is a unique synthesizer plugin that puts the power of mathematical expression directly at your fingertips. Instead of selecting from preset waveforms, you write your own equations to generate completely unique sounds. Whether you’re a sound designer seeking unprecedented sonic possibilities or a music producer looking for fresh, distinctive textures, Equation Synth opens up an infinite universe of waveforms limited only by your imagination.
Comprehensive Modulation System
Bring your equations to life with an extensive modulation matrix featuring:Modulation Sources:
3 Envelopes (ADSR) with tempo sync options
3 LFOs with multiple waveform shapes (sine, square, saw), tempo sync, and delay
Note Velocity for dynamic expression
Modwheel for performance control
MPE Support: Timbre and Pressure for expressive multi-dimensional control
Modulation Destinations:
Route modulation to virtually any parameter including:
Volume, Pitch (Coarse/Fine)
All Equation Parameters (A, B, C, D)
Graph parameters (Scale X/Y, Offset X)
Filter Cutoff and Resonance
Noise Level
Effect parameters (Chorus, Delay, Reverb, and more)
Effects Chain
Polish your equation-based sounds with a professional effects suite:
Delay: Stereo offset, feedback, tempo-synced timing
Harmonic Reverb: Room size, damping, and mix controls
Chorus: Modulation depth and rate
Tape Simulator: Wow, Flutter, Saturation, as well as various tape player emulations
Intuitive Interface Design
Inspired by classic calculator aesthetics, Equation Synth features:
LCD-style display showing equation input and real-time waveform visualization
Tabbed interface organizing Equation, Synth, Modulation, Effects, and Note settings
Integrated help system with context-sensitive guidance
Virtual MIDI keyboard for quick auditioning
Scalable, resizable window
Preset management system for saving and recalling your creations
Advanced MIDI & MPE Capabilities
Thursday, March 05, 2026
Waldorf - Iridium MK2 - Trailer & Deep Dive with CTO Rolf Wรถhrmann
video upload by WaldorfMusicChannel
video upload by WaldorfMusicChannel
Check with dealers on the right for availability and price.
0:00 Start
1:26 Polyphonic Arpeggiator
6:35 Flavour - microvariations
10:12 4 layers multi-timbral
14:09 Seeds - new synthesis
22:51 Mutator
25:58 Per-Note-Parameter-Locks


via Waldorf


Iridium Desktop MK2: The Next Sound DimensionIridium Desktop MK2 is a new generation of the highly acclaimed Iridium Desktop synthesizer introduced in 2020 by Waldorf Music, and since then used by countless artists and sound designers. After six years the time has come to advance the sonic success story even further.
Based on the legendary multi-engine design of the Quantum & Iridium product line, the MK2 innovates even further, thus fitting perfectly into Waldorf’s forward-looking synthesizer design philosophy.
The MK2 features a new and fresh design, and an improved CPU board with more RAM and flash storage allowing for more sample storage and opening a whole new world of synthesis capabilities.
Per-Note-Parameter-Locks
(ft. Aphex Twin)
Only on the MK2 you can enjoy a very special feature called Per-Note-Parameter-Locks which is the result of a collaboration with legendary Aphex Twin, a long-term Iridium Desktop user.
With this feature, each of the 128 notes can be assigned up to 16 individual parameter variations by simply holding a note and turning knobs. This system allows each note to have a different set of parameters. You can even change the synthesis mode of oscillators for each note or change effect parameters. It feels like adding a whole new dimension to your music. Per-Note-Parameter-Locks are saved with each patch and can be inspected and edited on a dedicated page.
Seeds – The Sixth Synthesis Sense
The added RAM further allows a new sixth synthesis method for each of the three oscillators. Inspired by wavetable synthesis, in which each wavetable represents a timbral journey, Waldorf has found a way to base these timbral journeys not only on static waveforms, but also to dynamically synthesize each waypoint from sub-oscillators we called “Seeds”. These can be controlled and recombined using techniques like ring modulation and frequency modulation, and enriched with noise and other non-pitched material. While we provide, similarly to wavetables, a set of predefined timbral journeys, you can also edit and create your own.
Protein’s “Flavour” Knob
The new knob called “Flavour” adds sonic liveliness using our new concept of micro-variations in timing, timbre, pitch, and a whole set of additional parameters we recently introduced with the Protein synthesizer.
More Memory, Layers & Sound
With the increased memory capacity, you can change the multi-timbral layer count from 2 to 4. In addition to layered and split modes, the new MK2 also features more advanced multi-timbral modes, such as round-robin and random-robin. These additions bring greater timbral richness and variety, letting you build deep and complex sonic landscapes. A dream come true for all sound designers, sonic explorers and cinematic artists!
Iridium & Quantum Update 4.0
A general update of the Iridium and Quantum operating system will be available soon.
Version 4.0 provides some of the new features for all existing Quantum and Iridium models like the Mutator patch randomizer introduced in the Microwave plugin, a new polyphonic arpeggiator, new microtonal features saved in patches and other features.
Connectivity
Stereo Audio Out: 2x TS jacks
Stereo Audio In: 2x TS jacks
Headphones TRS output with level control
DIN MIDI In, Out & Thru
USB Type B (device) for MIDI connection to computer
USB Type A (host) for storage media and MIDI devices
MIDI 2.0 compatible
MicroSD slot
4 high-resolution CV Inputs which can be used as modulation sources in the Mod-Matrix
Analog clock In & Out with clock divider settings
Analog gate and start inputs
Kensington® compatible lock
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LABELS/MORE: New Synths, News, Waldorf
LABELS/MORE: New Synths, News, Waldorf
Tone2 Releases Icarus 3.2
video upload by Tone2 Audiosoftware
"Timeline:
0:00 The most powerful synthesizer on the market
0:22 3D Wavetable synthesis
0:50 Resynthesis
1:40 Granular synthesis
2:18 Vocoder
2:53 Additive synthesis
3:36 Supersaw / Hypersaw
4:21 FM synthesis
5:01 Samples
5:33 Subtractive 7 Analog
6:12 Physical modeling
6:39 Waveshaping
7:02 PWM
7:32 Phase Distorion


Icarus is the most powerful synthesizer on the market. The award-winning audio engine offers a huge sonic range, true high-end sound quality, and the ability to create sounds that are impossible with other synths. The exceptionally versatile audio engine is capable of creating all important synthesizer sounds in high-end quality. Icarus is capable of over 30 (!) different synthesis methods, which can be combined:
3D Wavetables
3D Wavetable Synthesis cn create sounds impossible with other synthesizers and opens up a new level of dynamic expression. Classic wavetable synthesis only allows you to cross-fade waveforms. We have extended it with an extra 'morph dimension'. You can use 54 morph modes to further shape and modulate the sound. The morph modes are not limited to traditional waveshaping methods. We have also included a wide range of innovative and exclusive modes that are not available from other companies. This results in a wide range of unique sounds that cannot be produced by other synthesizers.
Resynthesis
Icarus comes with the most powerful and advanced re-synthesis engine on the market. Unlike competing products, it always delivers good results. With Icarus, anyone can create amazing sounds quickly and easily. Icarus' innovative resynthesis can rebuild sounds with a single mouse click! Just click this button, select a wav file, and Icarus will automatically create a patch that sounds like the original. You can further shape your sound with morphing, time-stretching, filters, effects, or any other module.
See dealers on the right for pricing and availability on gear.
LABELS/MORE: New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths, Tone2
LABELS/MORE: New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths, Tone2
Monday, March 02, 2026
BugBrand Frequency Shifter
via BugBrand
"The Frequency Shifter (red) is a powerful and experimental analogue processor. This standalone design springs from my Quadrature Sine and its Frequency Shifter Expander modular designs – all wrapped up with circuitry & features to allow it to fit snugly into more regular studio processing roles.It will transform your audio streams in otherworldly ways – clangorous, tonal, phased, stereofication and swoosh.
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LABELS/MORE: BugBrand, Frac, New Modules, News
LABELS/MORE: BugBrand, Frac, New Modules, News
Thursday, February 26, 2026
RT MOK Miniraze 1.5.1 update presets
video upload by Ross Totino and Fans of Collision
"A collection of presets I created for the MOK Miniraze synthesizer update to version 1.5.1 serves as a starting point for exploring the capabilities of this instrument. Its new waveform technology offers significant variability, enabling transformations in timbre that are unmatched by other synthesizers. Additionally, with internal and external modulation control possibilities and DAW automation that allow for further manipulation of these timbral transformations. This demo was done without any further processing.
0:00 Accidental Thrill
0:09 Boom
0:24 Bounce Hg
0:34 Decimate
0:46 Dirty Flower
0:55 Doom
1:08 In and Out of Focus
1:20 Intervals
1:32 Melodic Perc
1:44 Messenger
1:54 Minirez
2:13 Mods Abound
2:23 Mute8
2:35 Noisy Clavier
2:54 Sandcristal
3:05 Wavefronts
3:19 Voice Float"
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Tangible Waves - Discombobulator System
video upload by NOISEBUG
Inquire at https://www.noisebug.net/. Pics and details on the system follow.
"The Discombobulator - a Noisebug-designed Tangible Waves system in the AE Modular format, a great entry to the format and an even better addition to an existing AE Modular rig.
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Saturday, February 21, 2026
Marcus Dunn aka lonesoulsurfer DIY Modules
video uploads by Marcus Dunn
Playlist:
1. 7 Channel Mixer For My Modular Synth.
2. Medusa - Sound Effects for Modular Synths
3. Buffered Multi for Modular Synths. Powered by Arduino
4. Digital Delay Module - Powered by Arduino
5. Bleep - Modular Drum Synth - powered by Arduino
6. Solar - A Modular Synth, Powered by Arduino
7. Groove Box Modular Synth - Arduino Nano
8. Freaq FM Synth. My Take on the Awesome MeeBleeps Synth
9. Mutant Generative Synth - Powered by Arduino
Additional details on each:
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LABELS/MORE: Arduino, Bleep Labs, DIY, eurorack, Marcus Dunn, Meebleeps, New DIY, New Makers, News, syntherjack
LABELS/MORE: Arduino, Bleep Labs, DIY, eurorack, Marcus Dunn, Meebleeps, New DIY, New Makers, News, syntherjack
Ambient Electronica with Game Boy Advance and OP-1 field | Praise 2026-02-21 by atnr
video upload by atnr
"Ambient electronica featuring gentle synth tones, electric piano, and Game Boy sounds.
Created with Game Boy Advance, @teenageengineering OP-1 field, @YamahaSynthsOfficial CS01, and norns shield.
On the Game Boy Advance, sequences are programmed using Stepper. The sound runs through monotron DELAY, where delay is applied and the filter is manipulated in real time.
On the OP-1 field, a 32 bar synth harmony loop is played and processed through @ChaseBlissAudio GENERATION LOSS MKII and LOST+FOUND.
On the CS-01, I use a slow attack patch with the waveform set to PWM, performing while adjusting PWM speed and modulation.
On the norns shield, electric piano phrases are recorded into graintopia, processed granularly, and played back.
All devices share the same tempo, but no sync cables are used."
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LABELS/MORE: Chase Bliss, Monome, Nintendo, Teenage Engineering, Yamaha
LABELS/MORE: Chase Bliss, Monome, Nintendo, Teenage Engineering, Yamaha
TRESSE by Vรฅld Labs — 39 Engine Polyphonic Desktop Synthesizer | Demo 3
video upload by Vรฅld Labs
"3-voice polyphonic synth powered by ESP32-S3. 24 modified Mutable Instruments Plaits engines + 14 original engines and a FreaqFM-inspired engine. DIN, USB-C & Bluetooth MIDI. Built-in FX. 1000+ presets.
๐ More info soon
๐ ALL 39 ENGINES (current count)
— MODIFIED PLAITS ENGINES (0–23) —
00 EastCoast · Detuned virtual analog, variable waveforms
01 PhaseDist · Triangle through waveshaper/wavefolder
02 DX7 I · 2-op FM bank 1, variable feedback
03 DX7 II · FM bank 2, metallic/percussive
04 DX7 III · FM bank 3, brassy/complex
05 Terrain · Dual formants, VOSIM/Pulsar/CZ-style
06 StrChor · String machine/organ chord generator
07 Chiptune · 8-bit chord engine
Friday, February 13, 2026
Introducing Entanglement - Quantum Wavefunction Synth (VST3/AU/Standalone)
video uploads by Dillon Bastan
Playlist:
1. Entanglement - Quantum Wavefunction Synth (VST3/AU/Standalone)
2. Entanglement (Plugin) Device Full Walkthrough
3. Entanglement - Quantum Wavefunction Synth - M4L version
4. Entanglement - device walkthrough - M4L version
5. First experiments with "Entanglement" dual polyphonic wavetable synthesizer - Richard Divine
6. Entanglement Synthesizer by Dillon Bastan (No Talking) - Elektronick Musick
"Entanglement uses a 1D quantum wave function (Schrรถdinger equation) to produce evolving waveforms for use in a dual polyphonic wavetable synthesizer. You can add energy to the simulation in various different ways (wave packets/quantum particles, free draw, and waveform files) and those waveforms will evolve and transform based on the equation and your settings. You can also add environmental factors (potentials) to transform the energy/waveforms in different ways. Additionally you are able to manipulate the resulting waveform in different ways (stretching, warping, quantizing, smoothing, FM etc). You can derive your waveform from the wave function with many different equations and value options each of which offers a different sound. Each oscillator has its own independent wave function, energies, potentials and settings. Both oscillators can also be entangled adding a rich and complex modulation of the waveforms. That coupled with an internal modulation system makes this device a powerhouse for insane sound design! From basic synth sounds, to complex evolving sounds, to crazy mind blowing sounds. The evolving nature and very compelling transformations of the waveforms through the quantum wave function stands this synth apart from the many other wavetable synthesizers out there.
Owners of the M4L version of Entanglement get a discounted price (use the same email at purchase)!"
More info/get: https://dillonbastan.com/store/plugin...
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LABELS/MORE: Dillon Bastan, New Makers, New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths
LABELS/MORE: Dillon Bastan, New Makers, New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths
Thursday, February 12, 2026
The Sounds of Tomorrow: China's Electronic Instrument Renaissance | Yukes ็ๅป | TEDxZizhu Park
video upload by TEDx Talks
Modular Commune gets a shout out at the end. You can find a playlist of Modular Commune performances here.
"Yukes ็ๅป uses an electronic organ to play 'the sound of the future.' He ัะฐััะบะฐnts how synthesizers have found new life within Chinese culture—moving from imitating the sounds of traditional instruments to creating entirely new auditory languages.
As he puts it: 'Technology shouldn’t replace tradition; it should become an extension of it.' In his eyes, every synthesized waveform is a rebirth of culture.
Today, Chinese musicians are using technology to reshape a 'sonic ethnography,' allowing tradition and the future to move forward side by side through electronic resonance. Yukes is a commercial video producer, multi-instrumentalist, and expert in electronic music equipment. Active at the intersection of traditional Chinese instruments and contemporary electronic music equipment, they have been instrumental in the development of 'Chinawave' and the growth of the electronic music production equipment industry in mainland China. With a background in commercial documentary video production, Yukes has expanded their practice into the exploration of audiovisual ethnomusicology. They regularly perform across China and are currently pursuing a master's degree in Market and Retail Science at NYU Shanghai. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx"
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LABELS/MORE: ASM, DIY, documentaries, Modular Commune, MOOG, Roland
LABELS/MORE: ASM, DIY, documentaries, Modular Commune, MOOG, Roland
Sunday, February 08, 2026
Korg DW-8000 Digital Waveform Synthesizer Keyboard
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via this eBay listing
via this eBay listing
Saturday, February 07, 2026
New From Hinton Instruments
via Hinton Instruments
New MIDI Modules
01 February 2026
Our range of 3U professional MIDI controlled analogue modules continues to expand with four new products. These are all in an advanced development stage and the order of release will be according to interest and demand. For further information please use the contact form.
With many 3U modules now using MIDI they may be directly connected with internal cables or brought out to panel connectors. Maximum flexibility for connector types, position in case, and routing is provided by Molex KK 0.1" headers on the pcbs.
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LABELS/MORE: eurorack, Hinton Instruments, New Modules, News
LABELS/MORE: eurorack, Hinton Instruments, New Modules, News
Friday, February 06, 2026
SEOK synthesizers Introduces BOUNCE – One-Shot Event Generator Eurorack Module
video upload by SEOK synthesizers
"Bounce is a compact event generator built for percussive envelopes, bouncing modulations and rhythmic control. It creates trigger-driven one-shots with 8 distinct waveforms that can range from sharp clicks to rounded contours.
Repeat function with a ”bouncing ball” effect, making the bounces naturally fade within the cycle. Length, repeats and delay shape the result from tight hits to rolls, flams and clustered rhythms perfect for kick and bass.
Full CV control + inverted output. Designed and hand-built in Sweden."
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:33 Patch 1 Rolling Filter Beat
01:11 Patch 2 Fading Inversions
02:05 Patch 3 Ratcheting HH/Perc
02:35 Patch 4 Sweetspots
03:29 Patch 5 Neg Resonance Mod
04:00 Patch 6 Random Mod
04:14 Patch 7 Ramps Ramping Rapid
05:15 Outro
Additional details:
"BOUNCE One-Shot Event Generator
This is a compact event generator built for percussive envelopes, bouncing modulations and rhythmic control signals.
Bounce creates trigger-driven one-shots with a set of 8 distinct waveforms selectable via the large control knob. From sharp, click-like hits to softer, rounded contours. This offers fast access to clearly different envelope characters.
Repeat function with a ”bouncing ball” effect, making the bounces naturally fade within the cycle.
The length control sets the length of the waveform while repeats add repetitions of the wave, and delay sets the time between those waves.
These features in combination makes it easy to move from single tight envelopes to rolls, flams, clustered impacts and creative rhythmic patterns.
All main parameters got CV-inputs. A dedicated inverted output adds instant polarity flip.
Background
We like techno. For us its about solid kicks with defined transients and a fundamental low end that moves air without collapsing the mix.
Bounce is built to be performative and work at the source. By shaping events, accents and repetitions already at the control stage – it lets the mix breathe and leaves space where it matters most. Perfect for basslines, drums and transients."
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Thursday, February 05, 2026
U-He Zebra 2: Dark Rhythmical Presets + Patterns. Sound Demo
video upload by Anton Anru
๐ก 'Quantum Pulses' is a bank of 50 presets + patterns for the U-he Zebra 2 virtual synthesizer. The collection contains dark, deep, atmospheric, sci-fi, harsh and aggressive sounds that have a wide range of uses: from cinematic sound design to modular techno sequences.
๐ญ The soundset is inspired by the modern techno scene, vintage sci-fi films and experimental robots. Perfect for Techno, Industrial, Dub, IDM, Experimental, Cinematic sound design, and others.
๐ฆ Get these presets: https://antonanru.sellfy.store/p/zebr...
๐ค The author of the soundset is skendi (Arseniy Pushkov).
⚗️ The sequences work in arpeggio mode, which allows for more interesting playing of several notes in a pattern.
๐️ Each patch is performance-ready, with velocity sensitivity and ModWheel assignments mapped for expressive control. ModWheel affects the ADSR's performance, making sounds both clearer and more blurred.
๐️ Each patch includes 8 Macros. These controls are designed stylistically and affect the waveform, giving it movement and changing its shape, adding various FM textures and bitcrush, and also affecting the filter by opening and closing it.
The X/Y controls can be manipulated with a mouse or used as 1–8 macro knobs for hands-on control via a standard MIDI controller, making the soundset highly expressive and performance-friendly.
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LABELS/MORE: MATRIXSYNTH Members, Soft Synths, u-he
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