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12. May 2026

Starsky Carr’s Syntrx II Review: Vintage Vibes, Modern Mayhem

Starsky Carr dives headfirst into the Erica Synths Syntrx II, torching the myth that it’s just a sci-fi noise box for ambient weirdos. This isn’t your grandad’s EMS knockoff – it’s a modern street weapon with a digital pin matrix, a sequencer, and enough modulation to fry your brain. Starsky’s trademark deep-dive style strips away the hype and gets straight to the dirty details, showing why this synth is more than just a collector’s flex. If you think the Syntrx II is all bleeps and fizzes, prepare to get schooled – and maybe a bit jealous.

Erica Synths Syntrx II

12. May 2026

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Sam Gutman

Sam Gutman’s Superbooth 2026: Synth Oddities and Sonic Mayhem

Superbooth 2026 was a wild ride through the weird and wonderful world of synths, and Sam Gutman was our trusty guide through the sonic jungle. From tactile tree trunks to DJ decks that’ll make your grandma want to scratch, Sam’s picks are as unpredictable as a possum at a picnic. If you’re into gear that’s more experimental than a backyard BBQ gone wrong, this roundup’s for you. Dive in for a taste of the most bonkers, hands-on, and inspiring gadgets the synth world has to offer—just don’t blame us if you end up wanting to remortgage the house for a

Atrium by Whimsical Raps, Handytraxx by Korg, Janko Keyboard, Relic by Shear Electronics, Spotykach by Synthux Academy, Struktophon by Plonk, Terra by SOMA Laboratory, Transparentsea by GinTronic, Ziggy by Buchla

12. May 2026

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Metamyther

Metamyther’s Superbooth 2026: Gear That’ll Melt Your Face Off

Superbooth 2026 just dropped a sonic bomb on Berlin, and Metamyther was right in the blast radius, picking out the filthiest, most forward-thinking modules and grooveboxes. Forget polite, beige synths—this is a round-up for those who want their rigs loud, weird, and a bit dangerous. From polyphonic modular oddities to grooveboxes that could out-weird a warehouse rave, Metamyther’s picks are as uncompromising as a punk gig at closing time. If you’re after safe and sensible, jog on. But if you want gear that’ll punch you in the gut and nick your kebab, read on.

Chaos Devices Budapest, Twisted Electrons Flex FM, WMD Gamma Wave Source

12. May 2026

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True Cuckoo

True Cuckoo Meets Vorimo Engineering: Groovebox Mayhem at Superbooth 26

Superbooth is always a breeding ground for wild new ideas, but this year True Cuckoo sniffed out something truly fresh: Vorimo Engineering’s debut groovebox. This isn’t your average plastic banger—it’s a prototype with attitude, packing clever tricks under its sleek shell. Cuckoo’s signature curiosity and knack for digging into the weird and wonderful are on full display as he chats with the mind behind Vorimo. If you’re into gear that dares to be different and want a peek at the future of portable beat machines, this one’s for you. Prepare for surprises, quirks, and a dash of Norwegian enthusiasm.

Vorimo Engineering Groovebox (Prototype)

11. May 2026

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Signal Sounds

Signal Sounds at Superbooth 2026: Synth Mayhem, Buchla Bangers & Spectral Chaos

Superbooth 2026 just got a Glasgow twist as Signal Sounds hit Berlin and dive headfirst into a tidal wave of new synths, modules, and sonic oddities. Tom and Luke, in classic Signal Sounds fashion, cut through the hype and get their hands dirty with the latest gear—from Buchla’s surprisingly punchy Ziggy to Xaoc’s spectral Budapest and Make Noise’s feedback wizardry. Expect sharp banter, honest takes, and zero patience for weak presets. If you want the real dirt on what’s hot (and what’s just hot air) in the modular world, this episode is your rave bunker briefing. Don’t expect a full

Buchla Ziggy, Make Noise Plexiphon, Xaoc Devices Budapeszt

11. May 2026

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The Unperson

The Unperson Unleashes the Instruo Neoni: Triangle Core Mayhem in Eurorack

The Unperson is back in the bunker, dusting off the Instruo Neoni—a triangle core, through-zero analog oscillator that promises more than just pretty waveforms. If you think all oscillators are born equal, think again. This one’s got true through-zero FM, a built-in wavefolder, and hard sync that’ll slice through your mix like a rusty machete. Expect live jams, happy accidents, and a few moments where the patch nearly runs off the rails. If you want to know whether the Neoni is just another face in the rack or a genuine street weapon, this video is your ticket. Spoiler: it gets

Happy Nerding FX Aid, Instruō Neóni, Korg KO2, Make Noise LXD, Make Noise Maths, Mutable Instruments Beads, Pam's New Workout, Teenage Engineering OP-1, Variable Waveform Generator

11. May 2026

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Voltage Labs

Voltage Labs at Superbooth 2026: Synth Street Weapons Unleashed

Superbooth 2026 just dropped a truckload of gear, and Voltage Labs was on the ground, sniffing out the filthiest, freakiest and most forward-thinking machines. Forget endless spec sheets – this is about hands-on chaos, wooden drum beasts, and Buchla in a box. Voltage Labs’ signature style is all over this highlight reel: sharp, visual, and always connecting the dots between gear and the wild world it lives in. If you want to know what’s about to shake up your next bunker jam, read on – but trust me, some of these sounds need to hit your ears direct.

Buchla Ziggy, Erica Synths Bullfrog Drums, Polyend Drums, Soma Enigma, Tembo

11. May 2026

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Sam Gutman

Korg Phase8: Sam Gutman Illuminates the Sonic Frontier

In the dappled shade of Berlin’s Superbooth, Sam Gutman invites us to drift into the liminal space where the Korg Phase8 is born—a machine that blurs the membrane between acoustic resonance and electronic imagination. Through a conversation with Lukas, one of the minds behind its creation, we glimpse the alchemy of engineering and intuition that shapes this instrument. The Phase8 doesn’t just generate sound; it exhales magnetic ghosts and tactile echoes, hinting at new sonic landscapes yet to be charted. This is a tale of invention, iteration, and the shimmering possibilities that emerge when tradition and innovation collide.

Korg Phase8

11. May 2026

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True Cuckoo

True Cuckoo & Walker from Make Noise: Modular Mayhem at Superbooth 2026

If you’ve ever wondered how to wrangle a modular rig without frying your brain or your patience, mate, this one’s for you. True Cuckoo, the Norwegian synth wizard with a knack for making the complex sound like a backyard BBQ, teams up with Walker from Make Noise at Superbooth 2026. They dive headfirst into the chaos of modular patching, showing us how to keep things loose, creative, and just a bit unpredictable—like a possum at a rave. Expect fresh modules, live improv, and enough patching tips to keep your next gig from turning into a total sausage sizzle. Grab your

Make Noise Morphagene, Make Noise Multi-Wave, Make Noise Plexi Phone, Make Noise Poly Mass

10. May 2026

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Woody Piano Shack

Woody Piano Shack’s Minilogue XD: Five Reasons This Synth Still Slaps

Woody Piano Shack dives into the KORG Minilogue XD and lays down five (well, six) reasons why this synth still packs a punch in 2024. If you think this box is just another pretty face, think again – Woody’s no-nonsense approach slices through the fluff, showing off the XD’s build, sound design muscle, and those tasty effects. Expect sharp opinions, hands-on demos, and a few curveballs for the synth snobs. If you’re after a compact weapon for your sonic arsenal, this one’s worth a look – but don’t blink, or you’ll miss the dirty details only the video can deliver.

Arturia MiniFreak, Hydrasynth Explorer, Korg Minilogue XD, Roland GAIA 2

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