Is 720 LEDs over-engineered? - Superbooth 2026

video upload by Let's Play Synths

See the announcement post here.

"The Afour fits in a folder, has 35 voices, 720 LEDs, polyphonic aftertouch and an LFO for every knob and keys that measure magnetic fields. Get more info on https://www.apaeron.com for all the craziness that this thing offers 🥳"

Freqport - FT1-EMU Plugin | SUPERBOOTH 26

video upload by Bonedo Synthesizers



"For the first time in history, FreqTube FT1 lets you combine the awe-inspiring tone of real tube saturation with the convenience of digital connectivity in an easy to use, portable solution that will take your productions to the next level.

While analog processors are highly coveted, they often require elaborate setups that complicate your workflow, making it hard to strike while your creative iron is hot. FreqTube solves this problem by giving you full control over its four true-analog vacuum tubes via a simple USB connection. You’ll never again have to choose between convenience and quality.

The FT1 delivers real analog drive and color with all the convenience of a VST. Saturation, heat, drive, harmonics, distortion… whatever you want to call it, the FreqTube FT1 adds true-analog valve tone and color to your digital productions via just a simple USB connection.

Process any sound you like via the FreqTube’s four vacuum tubes and eight multimode hardware filters and – control it all via the, included, proprietary VST interface.

Hook up the FreqTube to your computer and load the control VST into your DAW, and you’ve got instant, recallable, low latency command over a broad palette of analog tones from subtle to savage… all with the ease-of-use you would expect from a digital plugin!

Because FT1 uses two sets of two tubes, you get two gain stages with full attenuation per channel for the ultimate in tone shaping. You can even process two stereo signals simultaneously, or up to four mono signals.

The FreqTube gives you hands-on control via its eight control knobs and bright, responsive color display. Of course, you can also use the included VST to control (and automate) all knob parameters. Once you have a sound you like, store it as a pre-set for instant recall.

FreqTube FT1 is not a pedestrian distortion box. It’s a color box with a broad palette of tonal options suitable for creative musicians, demanding engineers, and world-class producers."

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Alan Instruments SpaceDrum

See it in BoBeats SUPERBOOTH favorites at 11:34.

via Alan Instruments

Combining generative beat-making
with real-time audio reactivity,
SpaceDrum is a rhythmic revelation.

It’s an endless idea machine,
an inspiring rhythm instrument,
and the ultimate jam companion.

Built to last a lifetime
in the studio and on stage,
SpaceDrum is handmade
by musicians in Chicago.

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BoBeats' Favorite Synths @ Superbooth // BEST OF SUPERBOOTH26

video upload by BoBeats

CONTENT
00:00 Welcome to Superbooth26
01:25 Modal Electronics are SO BACK!
02:25 A beautiful synthesizer
05:30 This is my favorite thing at SB26
06:50 Not just a new Sonicware Liven...
08:45 This synth was a lovely surprise!
09:30 I love the clicky buttons...
10:00 Whats up, Korg?
10:20 A clever FM groovebox!
11:22 A drum machine from space?
13:00 Checking in on Melancholytron
13:45 The TR-1000 Killer??!
15:00 An Affordable Buchla? In THIS ECONOMY???
18:41 A synth non-profit worth checking out
20:00 This synth is chaos in a box!
21:30 What Superbooth is TRULY about...

Ziggy is a desktop Buchla that has all the flexibility of a modular with no patching required – Demo

video upload by MusicRadar Tech

"Buchla’s Ziggy monosynth aims to bring the brand’s singular style of West Coast synthesis to a wider audience, both by dropping the price – at $999, Ziggy is a fifth of the price of the company’s Music Easel – and repackaging the sound engine in a non-modular, self-contained desktop instrument that’s intended to be more modern and accessible than its previous designs.

The format may have changed, but Ziggy still has the digitally-controlled analogue architecture of a classic Buchla: a complex oscillator with wavefolding, a modulation oscillator for FM and AM, and a low-pass gate in place of a conventional filter and VCA, inviting the kind of unconventional sound design that has earned the brand a place in the hearts of those looking for an experimental alternative to the traditional East Coast approach. What makes Ziggy different, though, are additions like browser-managed patch storage, digital effects, and extensive connectivity: alongside CV inputs for pitch, gate and modulation, you get an external audio input and 5-pin MIDI and USB-C connections, which allow for the kind of external control via the KeyStep that you can see here.

It’s fair to say that most music-makers won’t have had the chance to experiment with a Buchla before, and with Ziggy, the company is hoping to change that. While it’s clearly more approachable than a Music Easel or a Skylab, designing sounds with Ziggy will still take some getting used to, as we found out over at Buchla’s booth – but cycling through the instrument’s presets, which showcase the unique, often chaotic timbres that West Coast synthesis is known for, left us eager to dive deeper into the Buchla universe. Mission accomplished."

Arturia DrumBrute and MiniFreak demo at #Superbooth

video upload by CatSynth TV

"A demo of the Arturia DrumBrute and MiniFreak at Arturia's official Superbooth room."

Patreon: / catsynth | https://shop.catsynth.com | https://ko-fi.com/catsynth

MCO - Tonesum

video upload by ALM TV

See the ALM MCO announcement post here.

"「 MCO ToneSum 」🍃 Soft ambient tones with the MCO (mkII)’s ToneSum additive synth voice, a distinct voice that can produce anything from bright, glassy sounds to woody plucks or eerie inharmonic sweeps.

The MCO is triggered by a ‘Ramp Up’ gate sequence from Pamela’s PRO Workout, producing spontaneous ‘off the grid’ plucks from the ‘Warm 1’ preset of the ToneSum voice. A vocal pad sample from the Squid is mixed in to complement the MCO. The ToneSum’s various parameters are adjusted to alter the levels and dispersion of twelve sine waves that combine to produce the final sound. The Notch parameters have a particularly strong effect on the overall sound, acting like a parametric EQ band. Here the notch frequency is modulated by LFO 2, producing a subtle sweeping motion in the mellow tones. Finally, the ratio is changed to only Odd frequency bands, producing a more hollow and woody tonality. The ToneSum is a versatile and distinct voice that can produce a range of physical and organic sounding tones."

GreyScale-KOSMOS2 v1.0.0

video uploads by plantssystem

https://github.com/plantssystem/KOSMOS2

"🎛️ KOSMOS2 v1.0.0
KOSMOS2 v1.0.0 — すべてが進化したジェネレーティブ音響システム。
4パートの自律生成エンジンとパフォーマンスコントローラーが、リアルタイムで音を“動かす”。
KOSMOSから大幅アップグレードされた、新しいGreyScaleのサウンドワークフロー。
操作性と音響が深化。"

"🎛️ KOSMOS2 v1.0.0
KOSMOS2 v1.0.0 — A generative sound system where every aspect has evolved.
A 4-part autonomous generation engine and performance controller work together to “bring sound to life” in real time.
A significant upgrade from KOSMOS, introducing GreyScale’s new sound workflow.
Deepened operability and sonic depth."

Understanding the Mask1/EX Slurred mode. Augmented keyboard playing!

video upload by Kodamo

"Synthesizers always have been pretty mechanical: you control when a note starts, its velocity, and when it ends. It usually stops there, while a few repond to aftertouch or other controllers, but it is still not enough to provide real musical phrasing like a woodwind instrument could do for example.

That's why we created the Slurred mode. It is found in all our Mask-series synthesizers. Amongst other modes, this one lets you choose if you want to tie (slur) notes during playing. Small intervals of two semitones or lower that you play legato will be slurred, with an optional glide/portamento effect. Notes that are more spread apart or played detache will play normally.

It is pretty easy to add to your keyboard playing skills, and larger intervals can also be slurred by quickly playing notes inbetween.

Here we showcased the Slurred mode with the Mask1EX MK2 sound module connected to an Arturia MIDI keyboard. These advanced play modes are compatible with all keyboards, DAWs or sequencers, allowing for greater expressivity in electronic music."

Building a Haxocorder : part 3 (or possibly 4)

video upload by MIDI IN

You can find additional parts here.

"The haxocorder is now less bodgy, with some updates (including key layout) worked into the pcb. It feels very nice to play.
Some of the instruments I have for sale:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/shieladixon"