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Thursday, July 09, 2026

OXI E16 Firmware Update: Everything You Need to Know

video upload by OXI Instruments

"The OXI E16 just got its biggest update yet.
In this video we explore the new firmware, including the completely redesigned Looper with three recording modes, tempo synchronization, an improved interface, better modulation workflow, and many quality-of-life improvements.

You can download the Ableton Live project used in this demo from the link below and follow along with the video. If you enjoy the video, don't forget to like, subscribe, and let us know in the comments which new feature you're most excited about.

Ableton project : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v8J1..."

00:00 Introduction
00:49 New navigation system
01:40 Alt Menu
01:55 Hold mode function
02:42 Mapping the DAW to E16
06:42 Using the APP
08:53 The looper
09:42 No Sync Mode
12:56 Activating and deactivating capture and play
13:43 Delete buffers
14:06 Free sync mode
17:10 Fixed sync mode
19:50 Taking advantage of Program changes and presets

Mylar Melodies Random8 Review

video upload by Molten Music Technology

"In collaboration with Befaco, Mylar Melodies has forged an 8-channel random CV generator called the Random8. From the starting point of random voltages you can scale, offset, time divide, quantize, slew, loop, evolve and save it all as a preset. I do a deep dive into what's going on and have a lovely time in the presence of so much fabulous voltage."

Index:
Intro - 0:00
Overview - 6:37
Menu Options - 11:24
Offset - 12:19
Scales - 14:00
Grabbing a loop - 18:30
Steps - 19:02
Evolution - 20:33
Time Division - 22:40
Probability - 23:41
Slide - 25:35
Modulation - 27:12
Some Thoughts - 30:41
Presets - 33:09
It's all in the prep - 35:57
Deeper into Presets - 37:56
Styles - 48:32
Wot no triggers? - 56:15
Conclusions - 1:01:31

The 20 BEST Sounds on the Expressive E Osmose CE & Summer Sale

video upload by Sam Gutman and Expressive E

"Here are my favorite patches in the CTRL-E software with the Expressive E Osmose CE keywords: synthesizer MPE synth MIDI controller keyboard"

Press release on the sale follows:

Expressive E launches its Summer Offer, with up to 55% off all software until July 23rd

Marseille, France - July 9th, 2026
Expressive E announces today its Summer Offer, giving musicians and producers access to discounts of up to 55% across its software ecosystem. Running from July 9th to July 23rd, the promotion includes expressive instruments, software bundles, Expressive Suites and sound libraries for Osmose, Osmose CE, Touché and Touché SE.

Osmose Sound Bundle at €699 instead of 1562€

Designed as the most complete software collection for Osmose, the bundle brings together 8 premium instruments and synths, 17 expressive sound packs and over 2,800 presets designed for expressive performance with Osmose and Osmose CE.

The bundle includes Expressive E Soliste, Expressive E Noisy 2, Kilohearts Phase Plant, u-he Hive 2, Synapse Audio DUNE 3, Dawesome MYTH, AAS Lounge Lizard and Dawesome KONTRAST.

Expressive E instruments at 40% off

Soliste and Noisy 2 are available at 40% off, giving musicians access to physically modeled solo strings and expressive synthesis at reduced prices.

Expressive Suites : Premium software instruments and presets up to 50% off Expressive Suites combine acclaimed software instruments with curated preset collections crafted by Expressive E to bring more depth, movement and playability to music production.

The offer includes Expressive Suites for Kilohearts Phase Plant, Synapse Audio DUNE 3, Dawesome MYTH, Dawesome KONTRAST, AAS Lounge Lizard and u-he Hive 2. For users already owning the synth, preset collections are also available separately at a preferred price.

Sounds for Touché — Touché-compatible instruments and sound libraries up to 55% off

Owners of Touché and Touché SE can expand their expressive palette with selected instruments, bundles and sound expansions designed for expressive, gesture-driven play.

The Touché Sounds Collection is available at 55% off, alongside Touché-compatible instruments and sound libraries including Imagine, Mercury and Helium.

The Summer Offer runs from July 9th to July 23rd, 2026, with all deals available on the dedicated Expressive E Summer Offer page."

Exploring design philosophies of music gear with Endorphin.es

video upload by The Sound Convergence

"How much do the Eurorack modules shape the sounds we make?
And how are modules designed anyway?

This video explores how Endorphin.es designs their modules accompanied by some (signature) sound made by a case full of Endorphin.es modules. Have a look!

00:00 Intro
00:00 What this video is about
00:42 What does colour and iconography say about a module?
01:43 What to design for?
02:09 Module most proud of?
02:46 Most challenging module to make?
03:45 Inspirations?
04:46 Thoughts on the future of Eurorack?
05:51 Personal Thoughts"

Finally heard the sound of UDO DMNO! | Hi-Fans

video upload by Hi-Fans

Pittsburgh Modular Taiga Keyboard | Playing the semimodular beast

video uploads by xu.sounddesign - dirk rohde

Playlist:

1. Pittsburgh Modular Taiga Keyboard | Playing the semimodular beast
2. Pittsburgh Modular Taiga | Tweaking for 1:30 minutes

"This is the Pittsburgh Taiga in context with my eurorack modular system.

I installed a Mult 1:8, the "Microburst" (Mutable Instruments "Clouds" clone), and the Mutable Instruments “Rings” into the Taiga's free Eurorack slots."
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XU.Sounddesign
Dirk Rohde
Studio Xeniaturaba
Location: Northern Germany
Contact: xu.sounddesign@gmx.net

Behringer PHARA-O mini Editor and Soundbank, VST and Standalone Version

video upload by mller30161

"Homepage: https://phrao-mini.jimdofree.com

Here are my Midi Editor for the Behringer PHARA-O mini Synth.
The PHARA-O mini Editor gives you direct access from the DAW to the Behringer PHARA-O mini parameters, allowing you to integrate it into the DAW project.
In the PlugIn VST version you can record the controller movements and so the sound change can be saved.

With the random functions, you can explore the full sound potential of the PHARA-O mini.

Editor Features:
Simple handling of the PHARA-O mini without menu surfing.
Complex sound changes can be made easily and quickly.
Change Behringer PHARA-O mini Sounds directly from Editor.
Many controllers can be automated.
X-Y modulation of all parameters.
You can random the Controllers of the Behringer PHARA-O mini Synth to produce new sounds.
You can use your Behringer PHARA-O mini as a sound module in your DAW.
A Editor sound bank with 40 new sounds is included.

The Editor are available for:
PC: As VST2 and Standalone for 32bit and VST2, VST3 and Standalone for 64bit Windows.
MAC: As VST2, VST3, AU and Standalone, compatible with MAC Intel and Silicon."

UDO DMNO - Building a Performance Patch from Scratch!

video upload by Pork Chop Synthesizers

When a legendary synth designer shows up in the comments | In Memory of Vladimir Kuzmin

video upload by HAINBACH

"To commemorate the passing of Vladimir Kuzmin, the renown inventor of the Formanta Polivoks synthesizer, and to raise funds for his family, an independent group of musicians and instrument makers held a memorial event in Moscow. They asked me to contribute a video message about his legacy. Since Vladimir Kuzmin had previously commented on my videos, which was mind-blowing to me, I decided to tell that story. It is a bit embarrassing, since I got a few things wrong in my videos that he corrected me on. But at least I enjoyed my errors tremendously, and he did not seem to be mad about them.

Here is the live stream of the event:"

Вечер памяти Владимира Кузьмина 07.07.2026

video upload by mnnscene

"On June 12, Vladimir Kuzmin—the creator of the Polivoks and one of Russia's most influential figures in synthesizer design—passed away. We have decided to organize a charity memorial evening in Moscow to honor him (https://t.me/Kuzmin_memorium).

The loss of such a significant historical figure in the world of audio equipment came as a great shock to us all, and we wish to share our sentiments—as well as the legacy left by the Polivoks' creator—with everyone who cares. We want everyone to be able to join us; admission is free, and any donations collected will be given to Vladimir Mikhailovich’s family.

We have invited leading sound artists and key figures from the synthesizer world who had direct ties to Vladimir to participate in this memorial event. They will give lectures and perform compositions using instruments developed by the Formanta factory.

Participants include:
Vlad Kreimer (Soma) (https://vk.com/somasynths)
Vladimir Kabanov (PRIBOR) (https://t.me/priborpedals?ref=vc.ru)
Sergey Letov (https://t.me/SergeyLetov)
E-Nitra (https://vk.com/e_nitra)
Spiralnix (https://vk.com/necrostellar)
Chronos (https://vk.com/away.php?to=https%3A%2...)

There will also be an exhibition area featuring a museum of Formanta instruments alongside modern designs from domestic manufacturers that will be available for purchase. Proceeds from instrument sales will also go to Vladimir Kuzmin’s family.

If you would like to show your support and honor the memory of the deceased’s family, you can make a contribution via this link (https://pay.cloudtips.ru/p/390a62ff). The funds will be transferred to his widow after the memorial evening takes place."

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