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Thursday, March 19, 2026

How to approximate a VHIKK X with Magerit Laniakea and Befaco Oneiroi


video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"Yeah, I FHIXXED IT. I own a VHIKK X. I had to have one, and waited for it for six months. But I completely overlooked the powerhouse I had lying around, gathering dust. Laniakea is a relatively cheap 220 euro module, and I guess - not sure - many of you have an Oneiroi - or an eye on it. If you'd combine those two, you'd open a SuperCluster and sometimes it will make the VHIKK X blush. Again, this proves for me that the best sounds you can imagine may already be hiding in the gear you already own. Next time you hear a 'must have', you may already have it."

iDance RM-808 Groovebox Controller for iPad

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video upload by idanceaudio idanceaudio

Somehow missed this one. Thanks goes to M Me for spotting the listing below and sending it in. A quick search brought up the video above.



via this eBay listing

Google translated from the listing in German:

"This is an extremely rare toy from 2023—one that, for some reason, seems to have been on the market for only a very short time—yet it is anything but a mere toy.

The controller pairs via Bluetooth with an app called X808. This app runs exclusively on iPhone or iPad. There is a stripped-down freeware version (featuring limited synth and effect parameters) and a full version available for 8 euros. Both versions provide access to a few acoustic kits as well as ALL THE ESSENTIAL ROLAND drum machines—specifically the 808, 909, 606, 707, 626, 727, CR78, and CR80. Furthermore, it includes a full-fledged bass synthesizer and *two* full-fledged Kaoss Pads!

I tested the device using only the freeware version, and even that alone is absolutely incredible.

Naturally, you can program beats, basslines, and even full songs; moreover, the controller features an extremely intuitive design—well, as one would expect, since it *is* designed for children.

Something seems to have gone wrong with the marketing, however, because a unit this powerful really shouldn't be classified as a 'toy' anymore.

The device is brand new and has been tested just once.

The internal batteries are charged via USB.

Incidentally, the user manual translates the term 'mixer' as 'stirring device.' Got it?"

w/ Original Box

Analogue Solutions AS100 Colossus Classic


video upload by CTRL MOD

"A quick demo video of the Analogue Solutions AS100 Colossus Classic. Recorded onto phone with phone microphone."

http://ctrl-mod.com/

Sequential Fourm - it's definitely not a toy! #sequential #fourm #customsound


video upload by Scott McAuley Sounds

"Patches will be available at https://www.orano.co.uk/shop or http://www.synthsounds.co.uk

© Scott McAuley. All rights reserved.
#customsounds #sequential #fourm"

EEH Zaunkoenig



Pictured here is a Google image tranlated article on the EEH Zaunkoenig. You can find the original German sent in (and shared on Sequencer.de) via Swissdoc below.

Click on the images to zoom in. You can find pics of a brochure prviously posted here.

Update: additional scans from Keyboards magazine 06/85 added below.

GreyScale-KOSMOSv1.2.0 #kosmos #pra32u #ui #pcm5102 #generative #sequencer #raspberrypipico


video upload by plantssystem

"​‪@plantssystem-ufo‬
KOSMOS v1.2.0 brings a new LCD interface and a fully stable PCM5102 audio engine.
This short captures the instrument’s generative motion — Euclidean pulses, shifting steps, and clean stereo output driven by the new architecture.

Project page: https://github.com/plantssystem/KOSMOS"

SP-1200 * PROTOTYPE * with Riley Smith (OG e-mu, Sequential Circuits)


video upload by Manuel Clement

"My friend Riley Smith walks you through my beautiful E-mu SP-1200 engineering prototype. Riley is a legend. OG from Sequential, decades at e-mu, and more. Enjoy!"

Sequential FOURM Poly Aftertouch with Cherry Audio SH-MAX


video upload by James Dyson

Introducing KOMA KASSIOPEIA, a 4-channel DC interface


video upload by KOMA Elektronik

"Kassiopeia is a 4-channel DC interface that lets you control motors, solenoids, LEDs, fans, lights and more with MIDI or CV/Gate.
Tap, shake, vibrate, and move objects to create sound in ways you’ve never imagined. Build kinetic sound installations, trigger solenoids rhythmically, or illuminate objects for an immersive performance.
#komaelektronik #synthesizer #sounddesign #kineticsculpture"



"Kassiopeia is a 4-channel DC interface that lets you control motors, solenoids, LEDs, fans, lights and more with MIDI or CV/Gate.

Tap, shake, vibrate, and move objects to create sound in ways you’ve never imagined. Build kinetic sound installations, trigger solenoids rhythmically, or illuminate objects for an immersive performance.

What if sound wasn’t just about speakers and synthesizers? What if you could make music by striking metal plates, shaking objects, or vibrating strings?

Kassiopeia is a 4-channel DC interface that turns movement into sound and light. It lets you control motors, solenoids, fans, LEDs and lamps using MIDI or CV/Gate. Each channel can either smoothly adjust power levels (great for controlling motors and movement) or send short, punchy triggers (perfect for percussive hits).

Designed for experimental musicians, sound artists, and tinkerers, Kassiopeia lets you:

Trigger solenoids to create percussive rhythms on any object.
Control motors and fans to shak, vibrate, or bow strings.
Control lamps and LEDs for an immersive performance.
Build kinetic sound sculptures that interact with the physical world.
Power-starve devices for glitchy, unpredictable results.
Simply connect it to a laptop via MIDI (Ableton-ready!) or control it with CV/Gate from your modular system.

During its development, we worked closely with Hildur Guðnadóttir and her band Osmium, incorporating ideas from the modified Halldorophone used in the Joker soundtrack. It’s an instrument of endless possibilities—where will you take it?"

KASSIOPEIA actually made its first mention on the site back on May 7, 2025.

Easel Sample Transformation


video upload by Todd Barton

"I'm always amazing how the Easel can transform & transmogrify a single sound. I begin with a single gong hit sample from the Morphagene going into Aux In on the Easel. Slowly gate that then move on the Balance Modulate it and finally bring in the Complex Oscillator for some thumps. Enjoy!

My Patreon: / synthtodd"
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