The Oxi E16 is the best MIDI controller I've owned. It makes the OP-XY so much more jammable 🎛️👌🏻

video upload by DeeCee

"I've been dabbling with MIDI controllers recently (as you will have seen if you've watched my recent stuff). Nothing has really hit the mark, until now. It's been a right pain in the ass to set up (the Mac app doesn't want to let me use it to configure settings) and have had to manually enter them on the device itself. But it's actually pretty easy once you know how. The OP-XY and Artemis have presets available to upload to import to it so you just need to know what you're doing and you're off. I've wanted a small but robust controller for ages and decided to give this a go. It's not cheap but it's impeccably made. The linking of encoders is amazing. There's no way you could perform a filter sweep on 2+ tracks on the OP-XY. This makes it easy peasy. Love it. Hope you enjoy!

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Dreadbox Artemis
Oxi Instruments E16

Video:
Fujifilm X-M5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

Man, these synths are crazy (but it might be me)

video upload by DeeCee

"Weird chip tune D&B kinda thing for a Friday evening after work.

Hope you enjoy

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Dreadbox Artemis

Video:
Fujifilm X-M5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

Introducing the Shroud of Turing by FlatSix Modular

Shroud of Turing Deep Dive — Turing Machine-Inspired + Keyboard Controlled Chaos Tamer

video upload by FlatSix Modular

"Full walkthrough of the Shroud of Turing by FlatSix Modular. In this video I'll walk you through every feature of the module — from the basics of the Turing Machine-inspired shift register to scale quantization, pattern manipulation, and the CV keyboard mode."

Available now at: https://flatsixmodular.com/shroudoftu...

Inspired by the Turing Machine - https://github.com/TomWhitwell/Turing...

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
02:34 Patching Up
03:41 Shift Register Concept
04:04 Random
04:24 Lock
04:44 Slip Mode
05:47 Double Lock
06:25 Sequence Length
07:06 Voltage Range
08:03 Quantization
08:59 Clear Quantization
09:24 Saving Scales
10:25 Loading Scales
11:03 Reset
11:43 Add/Subtract Bits
12:38 Rotate Sequence
13:54 Slight Of Hand Mode
16:38 Outro

➤ What is the Shroud of Turing?
The Shroud of Turing is a 1U Eurorack module built on the Nocturne Alchemy Platform. It runs a 16-bit shift register inspired by the Music Thing Modular Turing Machine, with the addition of a built-in scale quantizer you can program directly from the button matrix keyboard. The result is a module that can generate evolving random sequences, lock them into repeating patterns, and output perfectly in-tune musical voltages.

➤ Key Features:
16-bit Turing Machine shift register
Probability knob: 7 o'clock = Double (2x loop), 12 o'clock = Full Random, 5 o'clock = Locked loop
Sequence lengths: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12, or 16 steps
Voltage ranges: 1–4 octaves (0–4V)
User-defined scale quantization (up to 6 saved scale slots)
Pattern reset (Shift + C#) for synchronized performance
CV Keyboard mode for direct note output with portamento
Calibrated 1V/octave output


Format: 1U Intellijel | 26HP | Eurorack

Platform: Nocturne Alchemy (Arduino Nano)

By: FlatSix Modular


The Shroud Awakens | Shroud of Turing Eurorack Performance
video upload by FlatSix Modular

"A live performance showcasing the brand new Shroud of Turing by FlatSix Modular — a 1U Eurorack module that combines concepts from the classic Turing Machine shift register but adds a fully playable musical quantizer with the ability to save and recall user scales on the fly as well as other sequence manipulation abilities.

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Teenage Engineering OPZ w/ Custom 3D Printed Colored Knobs

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this eBay listing

"Great condition. Comes with 3-D printed knobs, stand and Teenage Engineering case. Fully functional."

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This is your last chance to stop for fuel until Jupiter - Fill up now! ⛽️

video upload by DeeCee

"I had a crappy day at work and I saw the stars in the sky for the first time this evening, in who know's how long, so I was kinda inspired by a road trip into space.

Hope you enjoy the journey 😎

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Dreadbox Artemis

Video:
Fujifilm X-M5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

One of those jams where it all just feels really nice

video upload by DeeCee

"Made this on the sofa last night and finished up today. I love this duality. Messing on the sofa while relaxing is a great way to make music.

Hope you enjoy

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Dreadbox Artemis
Hologram Chroma Console

Video:
Fujifilm X-M5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

Broken Heart - OP-XY, Artemis Live Session

video upload by DeeCee

"It's Valentine's Day. I made this, which isn't particularly romantic ❤️‍🔥

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Dreadbox Artemis
Chroma Console

Video:
Fujifilm X-M5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

Gentle explosion - OP-XY, Artemis and Chroma Console live jam

video upload by DeeCee

"Chroma Console just hanging around making things nice and broken.

Enjoy

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Dreadbox Artemis
Hologram Chroma Console

Video:
Fujifilm X-M5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

Additional videos:



Playlist:

1. OP-XY isn't my favourite way to make music. It's my favourite way to break music.
2. Broken beats, psychedelic repeats and synth bleeps - OP-XY + Dreadbox Artemis Live Session
3. Little big set-up. OP-XY & Artemis - Live Melodic Deep House Session
4. Occupying the space between dust - OP-XY + Dreadbox Artemis Dusty Downbeat electronica
5. Melodic House, sprinkled with some 80s and a dash of Acid – OP-XY + Artemis Live Jam
5. A sonic journey into space with Dreadbox Artemis (and OP-XY, of course)

Scramble | From Random Patch to Heavy Electro-Rock – OP-XY Jam

video upload by Lo-fi Pask

"In this video, I explore the scramble function on the Teenage Engineering OP-XY to generate random sounds and turn them into a full alternative electro-rock track.

I’m not a sound design expert, but I’m fascinated by the process of discovering new textures through experimentation. Using the OP-XY’s synthesis engines, I started generating random patches and shaping them into something cohesive.

At one point, a powerful sound emerged — the opening tone of the track — and everything else grew from there.

This piece moves into alternative electro-rock territory, blending:
Heavy electronic beats
Distorted bass lines
Aggressive synth textures
Raw, energetic sound design

Most of the sounds remain very close to their original scrambled versions. I only made subtle adjustments to fit the arrangement and dynamics.

This workflow felt spontaneous, unpredictable, and surprisingly personal, probably one of the most “mine” tracks I’ve made so far.

🔥 If you’re into dark/heavy electronic music, synth textures and Teenage Engineering gears, this track is for you. 🔥

Hope you enjoy it!

🎧 For the full immersive experience — subtle textures, evolving pads, spatial details, and low-end nuances — listening with headphones is highly recommended.

☕ Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/lofipask

📸 You can follow me on Instagram too: / lo_fi_pask "

Georgia Tech Announces 28th Annual Guthman Musical Instrument Competition Finalists

video upload by Georgia Tech School of Music

"Ten innovators from six countries have advanced to the competition's final round. They will meet on the Georgia Tech campus in Atlanta, Georgia on March 13 and 14, 2026, to compete for $10,000 in prizes. Each finalist and their instrument has a compelling story — these are the world's next generation of musical instruments."



Press release follows:

28th Annual Guthman Musical Instrument Competition Announces 2026 Finalists: The Next Generation of Musical Expression

ATLANTA (February 10, 2026) — The Georgia Tech School of Music has announced the ten finalists for the 28th annual Guthman Musical Instrument Competition. Often cited as "the Pulitzer of the new instrument world" by The Guardian, the competition identifies the inventors and instruments that will define the next century of performance.

The competition is essential to the "lifeblood" of the music industry, providing the research and development that leads to new sonic textures. Past finalists include industry-shaping brands such as Artiphon, Roli, and Teenage Engineering.

The 2026 Finalists: The ten finalists include instruments that redefine the relationship between the player and the sound source. Highlights include the Gajveena, a seven-foot bass-veena hybrid; The Amphibian Modules, which uses salt water to shape audio; and VERTO, which allows players to "sculpt" electricity using magnetic fingertips.

Other finalist innovations—The Lethelium, The Masterpiece, Fiddle Henge, Post-Digital Sax, EV, The Demon Box, and Kalíptera—offer new paths for the future of the performing artist through robotic automation and digital-acoustic hybrids.

See and hear the 10 finalist instruments in this short YouTube video.

The Judges: The 2026 competition will be overseen by a prestigious panel of judges:
Gérard Assayag: Founder of the Music Representation Group at IRCAM.
Kerry Hagan: Researcher at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in algorithmic composition and real-time processing.
Vivek Maddala: Four-time Emmy-winning composer and multi-instrumentalist.

"Georgia Tech’s sponsorship of the Guthman Musical Instrument Competition reflects the school’s role as a premier institution for musical innovation," said Jeff Albert, Associate Professor and Competition Head. "Our focus remains on the human and artistic impact. Our classes and programs are providing a platform that gives musicians new ways to create music and sound, ensuring that the technology serves the art."

The competition will be held on the Georgia Tech campus on March 13-14, 2026, with $10,000 in prize money awarded to the winners.

Pictured in order:

Finalists Collage

The Demon Box [additional posts here]

The Masterpiece

The Amphibian Modules

Kalíptera

The Lethelium

EV

Fiddle Henge

Gajveena

and

Post-Digital Sax

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ASM HYDRASYNTH Synth Bass Funk Test

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Demo and review of the ASM HYDRASYNTH DELUXE Synthesizer.
With Special Guest TEENAGE ENGINEERING EP-133 KO2."

Lesson packs available for one-time purchase on Patreon.

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK: https://woodypianoshack.com

KORG Berlin Phase 8 | Acoustic Synthesis from First Touch to Full Jam

video upload by Noisegate

"We head to the Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio for our first hands-on look at the KORG Berlin Phase 8, one of the most unusual instruments to land on the Noisegate desk in years.
Phase 8 is built around eight electromechanical voices, each physically striking a steel resonator or tine. Instead of traditional oscillators, sound is generated through real vibrating materials, then shaped with envelopes, modulation, sequencing, and analogue wavefolding. The result feels closer to playing a physical instrument than programming a synth.

In this video, we explore:
– How Phase 8 produces sound
– Sequencing, pluck, shift and performance controls
– Acoustic interaction using everyday objects
– Processing Phase 8 with external effects
– Integrating Phase 8 into a wider live jam setup

CHAPTERS:
0:39 – Why Phase 8 Is Different
1:04 – What Is Acoustic Synthesis?
1:40 – Touch, Feedback & Physical Interaction
2:13 – Tuning, Scales & Resonators Explained
2:32 – Playing Phase 8 Like a Synth
2:41 – Per-Voice Envelopes & Velocity
3:11 – Air Slider & Raw Pickup Sound
3:35 – Shift & Pluck Performance Controls
4:27 – Sequencer Overview & Storage
4:56 – Playing a Recorded Sequence
5:06 – Step Recording & Polyrhythms
6:21 – Interacting with the Tines Physically
6:30 – Using Objects to Change the Sound
7:50 – Light vs Heavy Materials on the Tines
8:26 – Percussive & Prepared-Style Sounds
9:47 – Modulation & Tonal Experimentation
9:56 – Processing Phase 8 with External Effects
10:14 – Finding Sweet Spots with FX
10:27 – Connectivity: MIDI, USB-C, CV & Sync
10:58 – Hybrid Setup with OP-XY
11:24 – Live Jam Begins
14:29 – Reflections on Exploration & Sweet Spots
15:31 – Why Phase 8 Rewards Time & Touch
15:36 – Trying Phase 8 at MESS
16:04 – Final Thoughts & Sign-Off

We also look at how Phase 8 plays with other gear, including Teenage Engineering OP-XY and outboard effects, and why finding the “sweet spot” is such a big part of the experience."

Teenage Engineering EP-40 Riddim Sampler + EP-2350 Ting Microphone FX

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via this listing

Additional Perfect Circuit listings

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VGM #222: Aria Math // Minecraft (Atmospheric Synthwave Cover)

video upload by Amie Waters

"Something about the new year and winter makes me drawn to cover the cozy songs from Minecraft."

◈ BANDCAMP: https://amiewaters.bandcamp.com

Some synth spotting:

Sequential Prophet-6 & REV2
DSI Tempest
Sonicware ELZ1
Elektron Digitone
Teenage Engineering OP1
Roland JU-6
Yamaha Reface DX

Reviewing Cheapest Drum Machine In The Universe

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"TEENAGE ENGINEERING POCKET OPERATOR PO-12 DRUM MACHINE"

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK
https://woodypianoshack.com

Serendipity L-Thing vs D-Thing+: Upgrades for Moog DFAM & Labyrinth

video upload by Noisegate and Sam Stosuur

"We patch both modules together, sync them via Mother-32, and explore how they interact with DFAM, Labyrinth, and Teenage Engineering Rhythm for a wild semi-modular jam.

The D-Thing+ transforms the Moog DFAM, adding reset, swing, step control, micro-timing, shuffle, reverse, random modes, and MIDI/CV clocking — turning a brilliant but limited sequencer into a powerful performance instrument.

The L-Thing is built to pair with Moog’s Labyrinth, providing dual clocks, polymeter and polyrhythm modes, Euclidean rhythm options, and generative sequencing that pushes Labyrinth far beyond its stock behavior — while still working with any CV-capable synth.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 — Intro: Serendipity + what we’re testing
0:23 — Why DFAM needs this (no reset, studio workflow)
2:23 — D-Thing+ reset explained (DFAM’s biggest quirk)
2:52 — Step length control (1–8 steps)
3:43 — Multi menu: step loops beyond 8 steps
4:58 — Micro menu: per-step microtiming / swing feel
5:02 — Sequencer modes overview (normal, reverse, bounce, odd/even, shuffle)
6:34 — Random mode + MIDI/CV modes
8:35 — L-Thing intro + what it unlocks on Labyrinth
10:03 — Patching L-Thing to Labyrinth (clock + bit flip)
11:06 — Sync setup: D-Thing+ clocking L-Thing + reset in sync
11:34 — LFOs + using it with other Moog (Grandmother/Matriarch)
12:44 — Polymeter setup: beats/bar + length tricks
13:42 — Polyrhythm mode (firmware note + chaos)
14:59 — Fast performance tweaks / weirdness
17:56 — Wrap-up: who these are for + closing

👉 Check out Serendipity Synths for more: https://thewessens.net/Serendipity/ma..."

The D-Thing is a device that adds significant capabilities to the DFAM (or Edge) sequencer, such as:

MIDI integration — clocking and individual step play,
Reset — manual, via CV or via MIDI,
Variations in the step order — Forward, Reverse, Bounce, Odds & Evens, Shuffle, Random and Custom,
Changing the sequence length — 1 to 8 steps (up to 16 steps for a custom step order),
Step repeat — assign a play count of up to 8 times to any step,
Off-grid timing — swing beat as well as arbitrary shifts away from the beat.

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Skibidi Techno (PO-33 KO! + Korg Monotron)

video upload by Pocket Trax

"Skibidi Toilet... but it's techno.

So last month I bought the original Korg Monotron second-hand, mostly as a collector’s piece. When I decided to plugged and pair it with the PO-33. I realized this little beast is no joke. The filter and LFO are absolutely wild: raw, dirty, and full of character. I felt that I really had to make a song with this combo. So here it is, a song inspired with one of the most bizarre memes ever: Skibidi Toilet... but it's techno.

Music:
Pocket Trax - 'Skibidi Techno'

Follow me:
instagram.com/pockettrax

#techno #skibiditoilet #po33 #teenage engineering #korgmonotron
#korg"

OP-1: Lo-Fi Lap Warmer

video upload by Mamotreco

"Just warming my lap with a wooly lo-fi jam made entirely with the Teenage Engineering OP-1.

Channel music compilation: https://mamotreco.bandcamp.com
Previous music releases available here: https://synthandsundry.bandcamp.com"

Teenage Engineering OPXY // Sparkling Water

video upload by Dexba

"Caught the flu, locked in bed, brought the OPXY with me because JAMuary doesn't stop.
I wanted to play something soothing, but still with a kick, and here we are!
OPXY is slowly teaching me how to lay down drums, and I just wish it had more parameters to mess with, à-la-tracker. Maybe I should get a tracker? 😄
I hope you'll enjoy it!"

OP-XY ambient with mixer & tape

video upload by Robot Ostrich Dreams

"Expanding the OP-XY for live performance.

I love the OP-XY as a standalone tool, but for this ambient jam, I wanted more tactile control. I’m using the Novation Launch Control XL (mk2) to handle mixing and spatial effects.

The Mapping:
Volume on faders.
Filters on the top pots.
Delay and Reverb sends on the remaining knobs.

Watch for the drum processing in the second half. By sending only the drums to the Tape track, I can trigger glitchy breaks and fills without affecting the melodic elements.

Gear:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Novation Launch Control XL (mk2)
iPhone 17 Pro"