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15. May 2024

Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers Unveil the Voltage Lab 2: A Laboratory for Analog Sound Alchemy

Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers returns with the Voltage Lab 2, a self-contained analog synthesis laboratory aimed squarely at sonic explorers and patching obsessives. In their latest official video, the team walks us through the instrument’s newly engineered wave shaping, complex oscillators, and a performance-focused controller that promises to expand the boundaries of analog sound design. True to Pittsburgh Modular’s reputation, the presentation is hands-on and exploratory, offering a glimpse into the module’s physical, alive character and its potential as the centrepiece of a creative Eurorack setup. If you’re after organic textures and experimental workflows, this is one for the lab coat

Pittsburgh Modular Voltage Lab 2

13. May 2024

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia AstroLab: Brandon Coleman’s Astral Funk Workflow Revolution

Arturia’s AstroLab takes center stage in this artist feature, where funk keyboardist Brandon Coleman explores how this digital powerhouse transforms his creative process. Filmed in Coleman’s own studio, the video blends personal anecdotes with hands-on demonstrations, highlighting AstroLab’s advanced sound modeling, intuitive interface, and live performance flexibility. As always with Arturia’s official content, the focus is on showcasing the instrument’s capabilities through the eyes—and ears—of a seasoned musician. For those curious about how digital architecture and workflow design can empower authentic expression, this is a revealing glimpse into the AstroLab’s promise.

Arturia Astrolab

9. May 2024

MILES

MAKEN0ISE

MAKEN0ISE Channel Saver: Speaking Voltage in Modular Patches

In this Make Noise video, the Channel Saver module takes centre stage as both a practical utility and a conceptual lens for understanding control voltage in modular synthesis. Make Noise, renowned for their avant-garde approach to Eurorack, walks us through the nuances of voltage flow, offsets, and the subtle art of mixing and inverting signals. The focus here isn’t on flashy effects but on the foundational language of voltage—how it shapes, modulates, and breathes life into a patch. If you’ve ever wondered what really happens when you twist a knob or patch a cable, this deep dive offers both clarity

Channel Saver

8. May 2024

MILES

OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments Unleashes ACID: 303-Style Squelch in the CORAL 2.0 Update

OXI Instruments, the Spanish innovators behind the OXI One and Coral modules, have dropped a fresh firmware update for their Coral Eurorack module, introducing the new ACID engine. This update brings a 303-inspired mono synth voice to the Coral, complete with a variable-shape virtual analog oscillator, post-filter distortion, and a filter tuned for proper squelch. In their official tutorial, OXI walks through the new features, showing how classic acid lines can be sculpted via hands-on controls and clever modulation. If you’re after that signature resonance and accent snap, this update promises to put a smile on any modular acid fiend’s

OXI Instruments Coral

8. May 2024

MILES

Bastl Instruments

Bastl Instruments NEO TRINITY: Envelopes and Rhythmic Alchemy in Eurorack

Bastl Instruments, the Czech modular mavericks, return with a deep dive into the envelope mode of their NEO TRINITY modulation hub. This video, led by Václav, explores how the NEO TRINITY merges rhythmic generation and envelope control, blurring the lines between triggers, gates, and dynamic modulation in a Eurorack context. Expect a hands-on demonstration of automation, envelope shaping, and polyrhythmic patching, all delivered with Bastl’s signature blend of utility and sonic mischief. If you’re after a modulation brain that thrives on complexity and performance, this one’s worth a closer look.

Bastl Instruments NEO TRINITY

8. May 2024

LYRA

Expressive E

Expressive E Noisy 2: A Deep Dive into Next-Gen MPE Synthesis

Expressive E returns with Noisy 2, a software synth plugin that pushes the boundaries of expressive sound design. Building on their reputation for MPE innovation, this walkthrough video showcases a bi-timbral engine, over 1200 presets, and a workflow centered on gesture-driven modulation. With dual sound layers, advanced resonator architecture, and a powerful new MPE mode, Noisy 2 aims to make nuanced, dynamic synthesis accessible to both MPE and classic MIDI users. We explore how Expressive E’s design philosophy translates into real-world patching, modulation, and performance workflows.

Noisy 2

7. May 2024

MILES

Bastl Instruments

Bastl Instruments Neo Trinity: LFO Mode – Modulation Mayhem Unleashed

Bastl Instruments, the Czech modular mavericks, dive deep into the LFO capabilities of their Neo Trinity module in this hands-on video. With Václav at the helm, viewers are treated to a thorough exploration of modulation shapes, synchronisation tricks, and the subtle art of waveform smoothing. The Neo Trinity isn’t just another LFO box—it’s a modulation powerhouse designed for Eurorack tinkerers who crave rhythmic complexity and organic movement. This video walks through practical patching, creative automation, and advanced CV interplay, all with Bastl’s signature blend of musicality and technical depth.

Bastl Instruments NEO TRINITY

4. May 2024

MILES

Frap Tools

Frap Tools: Interaction, Free Will, and Modular Awareness with Isabella Forciniti

In this episode from Frap Tools, Italian sound artist and researcher Isabella Forciniti takes centre stage, delving into the crossroads of digital networking, environmental data, and modular synthesis. Frap Tools, renowned for their design-forward Eurorack modules, host a conversation that moves from Isabella’s rural Italian roots to her explorations of interaction and improvisation in electronic music. The discussion is a deep dive into how boundaries, silence, and tactile engagement shape her approach to modular performance. Along the way, Isabella unpacks her patching philosophy, the role of silence and effects, and the ongoing importance of visibility for women and non-binary artists

ALM Dual 12-bit Digital Wavetable Drum Voice, Batumi LFO, Erica Synths Black Hole DSP2, Erica Synths Sample Drum, Frap Tools Brenso, Mutable Instruments Plaits, MUX Slicer, Pamela's Workout

3. May 2024

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia’s Augmented YANGTZE: Morphing Acoustic Heritage with Digital Innovation

Arturia’s Augmented YANGTZE is not your average sample library or synth plugin—it’s a software instrument that fuses the evocative timbres of traditional Chinese instruments with the malleability of modern synthesis. In this official Arturia tutorial, Lena unpacks the instrument’s morphing architecture, showing how users can blend, modulate, and sculpt sound layers for evolving sonic landscapes. The focus is on workflow: from the advanced panel’s dual-layer setup to hands-on morph knob assignments and practical sound design using the haunting ‘Windy Day’ preset. If you’re curious about hybrid sound engines and dynamic modulation, this deep dive is for you.

Arturia Augmented YANGTZE

3. May 2024

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia AstroLab: Streamlining Sonic Alchemy for Marina Herlop’s Avant-Folk Performance

Arturia’s AstroLab takes center stage in this artist feature, where Barcelona’s Marina Herlop explores the boundaries of experimental and neoclassical music. The video, produced by Arturia, dives into how AstroLab’s streamlined workflow and physical modeling technology empower Herlop’s unique blend of piano, vocals, and avant-garde electronics. With a focus on performance-ready features like playlist mode and deep sound manipulation, the piece offers a glimpse into the emotional and technical journey of a modern artist using cutting-edge digital instruments. If you’re curious about how digital architecture meets raw musical expression, this is a revealing look at AstroLab in the wild.

Arturia Astrolab

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