MATRIXSYNTH

SUPERBOOTH 2024: Rides In the Storm QSQ 8 CV/Gate Sequencer

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"The legend that is Uwe George from Rides In The Storm showcased the new QSQ sequencer. The eight-track sequencer comes with eight gates out, eight CV outs, and an eight-channel MIDI interface. Each track offers access to a variety of parameters, including CV track, gate track, retrigger track, and more. Users can easily manipulate parameters such as swing divider, step length, root note, and mode, allowing for versatile sequencing options. The prototype is expected to be ready in four months, with a price tag around 300-350 euros, making it a practical choice for musicians looking to enhance their setup."

SUPERBOOTH24: Arturia Polybrute 12

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"Arturia have just launched the PolyBrute 12 which doubles the voice count of the original PolyBrute and boasts a new FullTouch keyboard that opens up a whole host of expressive performance possibilities."

SUPERBOOTH24: Enjoy Electronics DeFeel

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"The Enjoy Electronics DeFeel module can be placed after a sequencer and allows users to generate a huge range of rhythmic variations via a touchscreen interface."

SUPERBOOTH24: AJH Synth RadioPhonic

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"The RadioPhonic from AJH Synth was originally commissioned by Hans Zimmer to replicate the original BBC Radiophonic workshop at Maida Vale Studios."

Herbs and Stones - Arms

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"Arms is a digital dual percussion module in eurorack format"

via Herbs and Stones

Arms is a two voice digital percussion module.
It is based around a combination of FM synthesis and ring modulation.

Each voice has CV control over decay length, FM mod range, FM mod decay and the frequency of the ring modulator oscillator.
The two identical voices are designed to synthesize a wide range of drum and percussion sounds, from hi hats to harsh snares and low frequency tom toms.

Each CV input accepts 0-5V signals and is protected from voltages above and under the expected CV range.

Parameters:

Length: sets the duration of the percussion sound
Mod range: sets the amount of FM modulation
Mod decay: sets the length of the modulation
Rm freq: sets the frequency of the ring modulation stage oscillator
Trig A: gate/trigger input for voice A
Trig B: gate/trigger input for voice B

width: 12hp
maximum depth: 22mm
Panel material: aluminum
power consumption: +12V 12mA, -12V 8mA
out: 10Vpp signal output
output impedance: 1kΩ
Arms is priced at € 299

Erica Synths Bullfrog Drums. #superbooth 2024

video upload by motobor

"Had the opportunity to try the early prototype of Erica Synths' Bullfrog Drums.
This is going to be a top pick for drum machines once it's out. It's a sample-based drum machine with seven tracks, a simple interface, and an easy-to-use sequencer. Not much info is available yet, but watch for the official release."

Teenage Engineering Featured in "What's New" Preview Tips in Mac Sonoma 14.5

Thought this was interesting. I updated my Mac to Sonoma 14.5 last night. This morning I flipped through the "What's New" tips and saw this. Some exposure for modular synths. Curious how Teenage Engineering managed that. I wasn't researching Teenage Engineering so I don't think Apple did some browser history magic there.

If you've updated to Sonoma 14.5, take a look and let us know if you see the same.