MATRIXSYNTH

WHY OPEN SOURCE IS KING: 3 New Kits for Our 8‑Bit Eurorack Drum Module

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"In this video, we take another look at UTF-8 SAMPLIFIED – the fully open-source 8-bit Eurorack drum module I released with ASCII Synth. It’s made its way into racks all over the world, and even into DIY workshops like the one run by mzourack at Noise Kitchen in Prague.

Now it’s getting even better:

Thanks to a pull request by community member poetaster, three new kits have been added: 808, Jungle, and Beatbox – plus a handy wav2c.py script that lets you convert your own samples into custom kits!

Check out the GitHub Repository:

🔧 https://github.com/wgd-modular/utf-8-...
📚 Wiki and build instructions: https://github.com/wgd-modular/utf-8-...
🔌 Flash your module online: https://wgd-modular.github.io/ut-flas...

📖 Chapters:

0:00 – Intro
0:05 – Our drum module: The story so far
1:44 – PCBWay Advertisement
2:15 – Demo 1: Jungle kit
4:01 – Demo 2: 808 kit
6:20 – Ending words"

FREE OPEN SOURCE DRUM MACHINE DESIGN! DIY BUILD + DEMO

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"In this video we are building a tiny - almost credit card sized - drum machine called UTF-9 SAMPLIFIED. It is based on the bleep drum. Check out my version on GitHub:

https://github.com/wgd-modular/utf-9-...

Original bleep drum design: https://bleeplabs.com/product/the-ble...
My eurorack footprints: https://github.com/wgd-modular/eurocad

00:00 - Hello!
00:06 - Tiny drum machines?
01:15 - PCBWay Sponsorship
01:31 - Building the Drum Machine
02:17 - Jam 1
03:31 - Jam 2 using MIDI"

Rides in the Storm SED CSM

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"Rides in the Storm SED CSM Synth Voice module
Pulse and Tri Osc with Saw Sub"

Mellow Ride (Rides in the Storm - SED CSM Synth voice jam)

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"Rides in the Storm SED CSM analog synth voice
Using the built in glide function
Mostly VCO 2 Tri Wavefolder

A very powerful compact synth"

Hawk HA-80 variable Delay

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With Suzuki Omnichord.

We built a 5 BAND VOCODER at Joranalogue Audio Design HQ

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"This idea was stuck in my head for at least a year before I finally decided to just ask Joran (‪@joranalogue‬ ) what he thought of the concept of building a vocoder using his modules.

The result is a crude 'proof-of-concept' 5 band vocoder that sounds a bit crap, especially on live vocals, but nonetheless it was a fun learning experience. I would like to repeat this educational endeavour for other ridiculous builds.

I realised afterwards that I should have documented the build process a bit more, explaining why certain choices were made. Maybe I can figure out how to logistically approach that for a next build. Looking forward to that.

Thanks to Joran and Frits at Joranalogue Audio Design HQ for having me, for providing a smörgåsbord of modules and for putting up with my relentless questions, jokes and general ADHD vibes.

Also: awesome video room amirite?!"

Bastl Softpop SP2 Jam 28 (with Kastle DRUM and PO-35 speak)

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"Softpop roars!"

"Timeless" dawless jam with Teenage Engineering OP-XY, Walrus Qi

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"Another dawless jam with the amazing OP-XY and the ambient master FX, the Walrus Qi. Really loving how these two complement each other for this kind of vibe!"

Moog Sound Studio & spices

video upload by No Lake

"Robert Arthur Moog was an American engineer and electronic music pioneer. He was the founder of the synthesizer manufacturer Moog Music and the inventor of the first commercial synthesizer. His inventions changed the complexion of the pop and classical music worlds. Moog synthesizers are considered high-quality instruments with a strong reputation for sound and build quality. They are known for their distinctive analog sound and are often praised for their musical legacy, solid construction, and the ability to inspire creativity.

Headphones 🎧 recommended"

Bandcamp : https://nolake.bandcamp.com/

#808day TR-808 : Awareness 2025-08-08 by atnr

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"#808day – TR-808 Jam
A stripped-back techno track built entirely on the iconic Roland TR-808.

Each individual output gets its own flavour:

Cowbell → ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ LOSSY for lo-fi grit

Main mix → ‪@BOSSinfoglobal‬ DD-6 for digital delay

Snare → ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MK II for glitchy ambience

Kick → SANS AMP BASS DRIVER D.I. for extra punch

Check out my 2024 #808day performance as well:"

#808day TR-808 Jam | Para 2024-08-08 by atnr

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"A piece featuring the TR-808 and DD-6. The parameters and patterns of the TR-808 are manipulated in real-time. The sounds were recorded via individual outputs. The DD-6 is applied to the snare."

808 Day 2025: Roland Celebrates 45 Years of Rhythm Culture

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"A TR-808 beat so raw it stopped gangsters in their tracks."

"Check the debut of The Rhythm Creators series, featuring @ThEgyptianLover's first meeting with the drum machine that changed everything. Animated by Vaughn Taormina."

Press release follows:

Los Angeles, CA, August 7, 2025 — Roland Corporation celebrates the 45th anniversary of its iconic TR-808 Rhythm Composer today. Since its debut in 1980, the TR-808, commonly known as “the 808,” has shaped the creation of musical genres from hip-hop to techno, trap, and beyond. Its unmistakable sound has powered decades of iconic tracks, from smash hits like Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” and Beyoncé’s “Drunk in Love” to a sea of underground techno, electro, and hip-hop anthems. TR drum machines have laid the musical pulse for generations, fueling global rhythm culture through the hands of producers, DJs, and creative visionaries who continue to push its legacy in new directions.

To celebrate this 808 Day, Roland will unveil a series of special releases—including a limited-edition sneaker collaboration with New Balance—and global events that pay tribute to the 808’s enduring legacy and cultural impact.

Rhythm Creators
As part of the celebration, Roland is launching The Rhythm Creators, an eight-part animated video series highlighting untold stories from artists shaped by the legacy of its most iconic rhythm machines—the TR-808 and its influential successor, the TR-909. Each episode blends humor, reverence, and nostalgia, and features stylized animation by Detroit artist Vaughn Taormina and narration from the artists themselves.

Episode one premieres today with Egyptian Lover, with new installments featuring Prince Paul, Fatboy Slim, Soul II Soul’s Jazzie B, and other trailblazing artists dropping throughout August and into September.

New Balance Collaboration
Roland and iconic footwear brand New Balance have relaunched the special edition Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland sneaker. This collaboration exemplifies the 808’s impact on music and culture, showcasing the unique intersection of skateboarding, hip-hop, and fashion.

To further celebrate this collaboration, Roland and New Balance are hosting Atlanta’s creative community for an exclusive industry mixer dedicated to the 808’s legacy in the birthplace of trap music.

The mixer will be hosted at SESSIONS Atlanta, the iconic studio run by legendary producer Tricky Stewart. Highlights will include private Roland product demonstrations, live performances by Sonny Digital and Mix Master David, as well as an appearance by the popular BackTrack podcast host Don Cannon. Guests will also check out the Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland sneakers in person.

The Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland sneakers will be available starting on August 8 at 10:00 a.m. EDT for $114.99 on newbalance.com.

Roland Retail Celebrations: Tokyo and London
In Tokyo, Roland is teaming up with iconic streetwear brand XLARGE for a special 808 Day launch celebration at the Roland and XLARGE stores in the fashionable Harajuku District. The event will include live techno sets from REMO-CON, Yebisu303, and Ken Plus Ichiro, as well as an exclusive first look at the limited-edition XLARGE x 808 capsule collection, available for purchase in-store. The collection includes graphic t-shirts, hoodies, and accessories that fuse

XLARGE’s signature streetwear aesthetic with Roland’s iconic 808 design language. Guests will also have the rare opportunity to see the original TR-808 machine on display as part of the evening’s festivities.

Roland Store London is also hosting an in-store celebration today, presenting further opportunities for guests to purchase the XLARGE x 808 capsule collection in-person and online from around the world. In addition, the event includes live sets by DJ Complexion to keep guests moving for an upbeat, energized celebration.

Roland Cloud
A founding member of the Los Angeles rap scene, hip-hop legend Arabian Prince, best known for tracks like “Panic Zone” and “Situation Hot,” is coming to Roland Cloud users worldwide. The TR-808 Arabian Prince sound pack allows users to utilize his classic patterns and sequences like never before via a Roland Cloud Pro or Ultimate membership or Lifetime Key purchase.

Also, until 9/09 (September 9th), the TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer is available for only $49—an authentic option for easily accessing the classic 808 sound within DAWs."

TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer | FLASH SALE!

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