MATRIXSYNTH

Introducing PlayFader Rev2

PlayFader Rev 2

5mm black and silver anodised brushed steel panels made in Germany
Custom fader dust-covers
Improved fader stability and durability.
Much more stable on the desk.
Feels incredibly solid and responsive in your hands while you’re using the accelerometer.
4 flavours to choose from
Massive V2.0 firmware update
All Rev 1 PlayFader owners can upgrade to Rev 2 hardware
Completely revised mega-Manual

Firmware v2.0

Accelerometer activated - Control notes, chords, modulation, FX, ratchets and transpose.
9 user scale slots - assignable per-channel
Scale Library featuring 13 of the best!
Brand new Generative FUN FX
Auto Latch - no more holding down button combos!
No Dotted or Triplets options
Improved Clear and Live Mute
Behind the scenes refinements

Manual v2.0
Fully updated for the new V2 firmware
Now includes first patch walkthroughs
Completely new Quick Reference Guide now included in the same document
Scan the QR code on the back of your PlayFader for instant access

We focused on improving the playability of the hardware with the addition of new professional 5mm black and silver anodised brushed steel panels and fader enhancements to the already super-tough recycled ABS plastic PlayCase enclosure.

We also wanted to make sure all our V1 owners can upgrade their PlayFaders. Making sustainable products and looking after all our existing users is extremely important for us.

Important!

From 8th August, we’re simplifying our webstore prices by including all taxes in our pricing, and increasing the price a little too. We wish we didn’t have to, but the world got a whole lot more expensive since we shipped our first PlayFader over two years ago.

PlayFader:
Current price is €299 plus vat.
From 8th August the new price will be €399 including vat for EU and US customers! (€339 ex vat price for rest of the world)

Now’s the best time to pick up a PlayFader… literally and figuratively…

PlayFader Rev2 is now in stock and ships in 72 hours
All the details are on our refreshed website.

https://goplayallday.com

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Tone2 Releases Electra 3.5

Press release follows:

Tone2 Audio has released an update for their multilayer-synthesizer-workstation Electra. The update to v3.5 is a major update and is free for anyone who bought Electra 3.

It is downward compatible with previous versions. Existing song projects and patches can be loaded without any further steps necessary. They will benefit from the enhanced sound-quality.

What's new in Electra 3.5?

4 additional INSERT FX slots:

Each of the 4 layers has an additional insert effect slot. Here you can pick from from 64 different effect types.
20 additional MATRIX slots:

Each of the 4 layers now has 5 additional modulation matrix slots. They can be accessed by clicking on the '11-15' button.

9 new filter types:

LP MS-20: A screaming lowpass filter with self-oscillation. It sounds analog and uses 0-delay technology.

Phaser 2x: Analog 4-stage phaser with negative feedback.

Phaser 3x: Analog 6-stage phaser with positive feedback.

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Announcing SH5-VCF revision 2

video upload by gstormelectro

"Audio + Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2026

The SH5-VCF Eurorack filter is back baby! Revision 2 has all the phat, but none of the chaff. What's different than version 1? What's the same? How to use it, and oh - how does it sound? Let's go!

0:00 | Intro
0:23 | SO WHAT'S DIFFERENT NOW? WHAT's THE SAME AS BEFORE?
1:08 | Audio Demo #1 - Bass Res thing
1:22 | VCF/BPF INPUT/OUTPUT BEHAVIOR
2:00 | Audio Demo #2 - Crazy Dual Bandpass Res Bass
2:31 | USING A STEREO MIXER WITH SH5-VCF
3:41 | Audio Demo #3 - Overdrive
4:49 | 2 CV MODULATIONS FOR VCF CUTOFF FREQUENCY
5:35 | Audio Demo #4 - Noisy Mod

Be sure to check my Reverb store for module availability
https://reverb.com/shop/gstormelectro"

JHaible TAU Phaser 'The Pipe' 2026 by Random*Source

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"Today I am proud to show off the new TAU 2026 phaser edition from JHaible x Random*Source for Eurorack. Obviously the core 'Pipe' sound didn't change because it needs to remain faithful to its history and heritage. It's not supposed to sound different from the previous R*S version. But it does. This is because the TAU '26 features two inputs and two CV inputs instead of one. Also the inverted (-) V/OCT is dropped. Visually, the panel now matches the Serge Modular line so it neatly blends in with your Serge 3U gear.

So is it a 20 pole- or an 18 pole phaser? Is it even important? No. What's truly important is the PIPE configuration of 20 transistors in a classic ladder topology. Your input will actually flow through the circuitry like air in a tube and I think it's absolutely stunning when you run noise through it. However, when you bring a lush pad, the TAU will redefine 'lush' into a pseudo stereo swirl that doesn't make you seasick.

When you crank up the feedback and hit it with some trigger 'stick' or chain, the TAU will make remarkable percussion. The Tau is also available in 4U. It's still a Haible, but it carries the 'Serge Modular' branding and comes with an extra mixing panel.

00:00 Introduction and history
02:55 Using the TAU on a synth voice + noise
05:37 TAU phasing on the Serge Medusa
07:45 TAU and triggers (w. MakeNoise Resynthesizer)
09:21 Non-competitive compare with XAOC Kamieniec V1
10:16 TAU on Plaits
13:44 A trip down Memory Lane w. Mellotron Micro"

Vaemi Introduces Synterra

video uploads by Vaemi

Playlist:
1. Synterra : Audio Demo : Vaemi
2. Synterra Nedir? : VAEMI’nin Yeni Enstrümanı #synth #generativemusic #sounddesign #synthesizer
3. Synterra : VAEMI’nin Yeni Generatif Enstrümanı : Tüm Özellikleri #Organic #NaturalPatterns #Plants

Click CC in the player controls for subtitles.

"We are delighted to announce Synterra, VAEMI’s new instrument, which many of you have been waiting for. We are truly excited.

Synterra is a unique device designed as a more comprehensive instrument than similar equipment created to date, capable of interacting with organic objects, living organisms, and different surfaces in its surroundings.

Synterra can use changes in the magnetic and electrical fields around it, liquid or solid organic materials, fruits, plants, fungi, trees, light, and the touch-sensitive area on its surface, allowing your own resistance to become part of the music and the patch.

Synterra also determines its initial position during startup by using the magnetic field of its environment as a reference. This allows the device to position itself according to its surroundings each time it is powered on and begin processing incoming signals based on this initial reference.

In addition to these features, the device offers 8 different scale options. Synterra converts signals received from living organisms or other sources into data. It then processes this data through probability and quantizer structures, creating an algorithmic arrangement that generates different notes at different times. In this way, the device establishes a generative synthesis structure within itself.

Synterra features 9 different synth presets. These presets include a variety of synthesis characters based on subtractive synthesis, wavetable, resonator, Karplus–Strong, drums, and noise.

The device can also be used practically without being connected to any living organism, as light and your own resistance can be incorporated into the circuit. In addition, a much wider variety of sensors can be added to the system through the clip cables and the additional sensor input.

Synterra can be powered by either batteries or USB. Battery operation allows you to use the device comfortably on nature walks, in outdoor spaces, and in creative environments outside the studio.

The onboard potentiometers allow you to adjust the output level of the internal sounds, as well as the amount and sensitivity values. This enables you to use the device comfortably across a broader range of applications and receive signals at more suitable levels from different living organisms or organic sources.

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Discovering OXI E16 : Dual Destinations, One MIDI Chain

video upload by OXI Instruments

"In this video, we'll show you how to build a powerful single MIDI chain and how to leverage the E16's dual destinations to unlock new possibilities in your setup."

00:00 Introduction
00:02 Midi chain
01:20 E16 scene
02:11 Dual destinations
04:05 Inverting dual destination trick

The MAGIC MultiWAVE Accompaniment Patch! | Make Noise

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"A fun approach to playing a monosynth alongside a MultiWAVE!

Plus the beginning of a discussion on relationality in music."

http://www.makenoisemusic.com

forest - parts 1-4

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Recorded live in Le Havre, France, 2026/7/26

NLC Hypster, NLC 8bit Cipher, SHAKMAT Battering Ram, MI Plaits, GEHIRN Noiswasp, XODES AHH & µGR2

Available on Bandcamp:

Thanks a lot for supporting me.

Make some noise!

00:00 part 1
06:18 part 2
09:19 part 3
11:55 part 4"