MATRIXSYNTH

ALM Introduces QUAID GIGASLOPE - Quad Multimode Modulator

video upload by ALM TV

Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:59 - Envelope Mode 2:16 - Slope Range & Trigger Inputs 3:33 - Loop Mode 4:52 - Step Mode 6:04 - Quantiser 7:00 - EOS/EOC 7:36 - Assigning CV - Reset 8:32 - Assigning CV - Parameters 10:27 - End Jam 11:21 - Outro

The QUAID GIGASLOPE is a four-channel multi-mode modulator, with each channel outputting a variable staged slope that can act as a complex envelope, flexible LFO, or step sequence.

Each slope can contain up to 13 stages, which may be independent or overlap with other stages.

Slopes can be triggered or run freely, with both manual and CV control over each stage’s level, duration, and curve. The output range of each slope can be set and optionally quantised to musical scales. Trigger outputs are available at the end of each stage and at the completion of a slope.

The QUAID GIGASLOPE builds on our earlier Megaslope module, expanding the idea of a hands-on, menu-free, jam-friendly complex modulator. With four channels, it easily covers standard envelope duties, quantised sequencing, and LFO tasks, while its design also encourages more experimental use through overlapping slopes, self-modulation and cross-channel interaction, leading to more distinctive, unexpected, and improvised results.

Feature List

Quad multimode modulator with complex Envelope, LFO and Step Sequencer modes.

13 modulation stages shared or split between slopes.

Per stage dedicated Level, Time and Curve controls.

Per slope Quantiser with 19 different scales.

Selectable output ranges of ±5V, 0-5V or 0-2.5V.

Assignable ‘EOC’ (End of Cycle) or ‘EOS’ (End of Stage) trigger outputs.

4 freely assignable CV inputs.

AXON CV expander support for 4 additional CV inputs.

Fun, performance oriented interface, well suited for happy accidents.

All states preserved accross power cycles.

USB-C for quick and easy ‘drag and drop’ firmware updates

Skiff friendly with reverse power protection.

2 Year Warranty.

Made in England.

ALM Introduces FMco - Compact FM Synth Voice

video upload by ALM TV

Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:53 - Frequency Control 1:48 - FM Index, Ratio & Lock 3:36 - Wave Control 4:55 - Chord Control 6:15 - Trig In & Decay Control 7:03 - End Jam 8:30 - Outro

The FMco is a compact FM synthesis based VCO and voice. It features our own original 2-operator FM synthesis DSP implementation inspired by our ‘Akemie’ modules but tuned for more immediate use and a more modern sound.

It includes both manual and voltage control over FM Index, Ratio and a selection of classic operator waveforms for a wide palette of FM sounds from a simple set of controls. A built-in decay envelope is routed to both FM depth and output level, allowing the FMco to function as a full synth voice when triggered. The FMco also includes CV-controlled four-voice chords, an encoder-based tuning system for easy accurate pitch control, and a stereo-widened output, delivering a large amount of FM synthesis all in just 8HP.

Feature List

2 Operator FM synthesizer voice with direct and voltage controlled parameters.

Easy, quick and accurate tuning via an encoder control.

FM Index offset with direct and CV control with attenuverter.

8 Operator wave shapes with direct and CV control with attenuator.

Ratio control with lock switch for both free and precise operator ratios.

Trigger input for simple built in decay envelope internally connected to Index level and output VCA level.

Direct and voltage controlable chord mode with inversion and up to 4 voices.

Left and Right outputs with stereo widening effect.

USB-C for quick and easy ‘drag and drop’ firmware updates.

Skiff friendly with reverse power protection.

2 Year Warranty

Made in England.

Erica Synths Introduces KONSTRUKT-8 // EDU DIY Drum System

video upload by Erica Synths

"KONSTRUKT-8 is an expressive live performance instrument and sound design tool – plus a hands-on deep dive into electronic circuit design. Each of its eight DIY modules comes with a detailed build guide and can be explored on a breadboard first, letting you trace every circuit design decision before assembling the final instrument.

Timeline:
00:01 - Patch 1 / Electro beat with BBD on the send
01:58 - Patch 2 / Wonky beat with FM drum triggering the Hi-Hats
03:57 - Patch 3 / Classic Untz Untz beat
06:01 - Patch 4 / Raw beat, with Feedback bass
07:55 - Patch 5 / Jam together with DIY Synth System"

KONSTRUKT-8 is an expressive live performance instrument and sound design tool – plus a hands-on deep dive into electronic circuit design.

Each of its eight DIY modules comes with a detailed build guide and can be explored on a breadboard first, letting you trace every circuit design decision before assembling the final instrument.

KONSTRUKT-8 includes four fully analog drum voices:

• Kick Drum. A resonant bridged-T network produces deep, punchy kicks.

• Snare Drum. A burst of filtered transistor noise layered over a tuned resonator creates a crisp snap.

• Hi-Hat. Six dissonant square-wave oscillators are mixed, filtered, and overdriven to create metallic percussion.

• FM Drum. Two interacting oscillators form a versatile percussion voice capable of kicks, toms, bells, and cymbal-like sounds.

A four-channel drum sequencer lets you tap in rhythms that loop automatically. Under the hood, shift registers store the pattern as a circular sequence of binary data.

All voices feed into a four-channel mixer with per-channel FX sends and a master insert, allowing you to shape the entire beat with external effects or the built-in distortion and compressor.

Two effects modules complete the system: an analog bucket-brigade delay (BBD) with flanger and delay modes, plus a diode-based compressor with sidechain capability.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Both versions ship with:

• EDU DIY Kick Drum kit

• EDU DIY Snare Drum kit

• EDU DIY Hi-Hat kit

• EDU DIY FM Drum kit

• EDU DIY Drum Sequencer kit

• EDU DIY Output Mixer 2 kit

• EDU DIY BBD kit

• EDU DIY Compressor kit

• 8 downloadable build guides

The system version also includes:

• Eurorack enclosure with integrated power supply

• 15 braided patch cables (5× 20cm, 5× 30cm, 5× 60cm)

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MOS-LAB EMU Modular – First Sounds

video upload by MOS-LAB

"Discover the sound of the MOS-LAB EMU modular system.

This short demo showcases the character, warmth and musicality of this analog modular synthesizer, inspired by the legendary EMU systems.

More demos and detailed explorations coming soon.

👉 Available to order:
https://www.mos-lab.com

#moslab #modularsynth #analogsynth #eurorack #synthesizer #modularsystem"

Thorny - Dystopian ambient set from Interference, 3.14.26

video upload by Thorny - Witherwillow Sounds

"My dystopian ambient set from Interference, a monthly synth show at the Jewel in Manchester, NH, on Mar. 14, 2026. A bit darker than some of my usual stuff and a lot heavier than usual in some places.

Note: camera guy in frame is only for the first minute and a half.

audio by James Dattolo IG - ‪@acuriousproduction‬

copyright 2026 JD Ryan/all rights reserved
witherwillow.com
witherwillow.bandcamp.com"

video upload by Quincas Moreira Music

"Watch me try to be like Phil with the new firmware 1.02 for Erica Synths' amazing NIGHTVERB reverb unit!
More info here: https://www.ericasynths.lv/news/post/...
I made a whole song, "In the Water Today" :)
Stay Noisy!"

New EEH Zaunkoenig Scans

New scans in via swissdoc have been added to yesterday's post on the EEH Zaunkoenig.

Click here to check them out.

NOVATION BASS STATION 2 Sound Demo

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Demo of the preset factory sounds of the analog NOVATION BASS STATION 2 synthesizer."

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