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11. May 2026

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

LUMINA

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

TAS

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

SPARKY

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

10. May 2026

SPARKY

Voltage Labs

Voltage Labs Unleash Buchla Ziggy: West Coast Wizardry for the Masses

Buchla on a budget? Voltage Labs just dropped the Ziggy at Superbooth 2026, and it’s got the synth world buzzing. Forget the mortgage-sized price tags—this desktop beast packs classic Buchla DNA, but with a modern twist and a price that won’t make your wallet cry. Voltage Labs’ signature style is all over this: sharp visuals, deep context, and a focus on what matters for real-world music makers. If you’ve ever wanted to get your hands dirty with West Coast sound without selling your kidneys, Ziggy might just be your new street weapon. Let’s dive in before the hype train leaves

Buchla Ziggy

10. May 2026

SPARKY

Rapid Flow

Rapid Flow’s Omniclock: The Sync Revolution Your Studio Didn’t Know It Needed

If you’ve ever wanted your hardware to march in perfect lockstep with your DAW—or maybe even moonwalk with vintage groove—Rapid Flow’s Erik has just dropped a VST bombshell. Meet Omniclock: a plugin that doesn’t just spit out MIDI clock, but delivers it with surgical precision and a side order of legendary shuffle. In this first look, Erik pulls back the curtain on the tech, the inspiration, and the sheer madness behind this timing weapon. If your grooveboxes have ever sounded like they’re fighting each other in a toaster, this is the sync fix you’ve been waiting for. Don’t blink—this one’s

Berenger 303, ERM Multiclock, Moog Matriarch, Nord Keyboard, Omniclock

9. May 2026

MILES

KOMA Elektronik

KOMA Elektronik Monoplex: A Sequencer for the Patch-Obsessed

KOMA Elektronik, the Berlin-based purveyors of hands-on analog mischief, have unveiled their Monoplex Melodic Microtonal Sequencer at Superbooth 2026. This 16-step sequencer is built for modular enthusiasts who crave precise melodic control, microtonal adventures, and a wealth of patchable options. In this first-look video, KOMA walks us through Monoplex’s core functions, from sequence shaping and rhythmic trickery to its flexible integration with external clocks and MIDI. If you’re the sort who likes your sequences slippery, skippable, and just a bit left of standard tuning, this one’s worth a closer inspection.

KOMA Elektronik Monoplex Sequencer

9. May 2026

LUMINA

Sam Gutman

Buchla’s Ziggy: Sam Gutman Guides Us Through a New Sonic Portal

Step into the liminal space where Buchla’s storied mystique meets the open arms of accessibility. In this immersive Superbooth 2026 encounter, Sam Gutman—musician, educator, and sonic storyteller—guides us through a conversation with Nick from Buchla about their latest creation: Ziggy. This is not just another synthesizer; it’s a vessel for both seasoned explorers and curious newcomers, designed to dissolve the boundaries between arcane soundcraft and intuitive play. Prepare to drift through nebula drones, tactile controls, and the magnetic resonance of Buchla’s legacy reimagined for a wider world.

Buchla Ziggy

9. May 2026

LUMINA

True Cuckoo

True Cuckoo Illuminates the Haken Slim21 Continuum: A Sonic Canvas in Miniature

Step into a world where touch becomes music and every gesture paints a new horizon of sound. In this immersive Superbooth 2026 deep dive, True Cuckoo explores the Haken Audio Slim21 Continuum—a compact marvel that distills the expressive magic of its larger sibling into a form you can cradle under your arm. Guided by Cuckoo’s poetic curiosity and the articulate insights of Haken’s Josh, we witness an instrument that doesn’t just respond to your fingers, but listens to your intent, capturing every nuance as if it were a breath in a cathedral. This is not just a synth; it’s a

Haken Audio Slim21 Continuum

9. May 2026

SPARKY

CROW HILL

CROW HILL’s Dirty String Alchemy: When Resampling Gets Weird

Ever wondered if you could twist your precious string libraries into something truly your own? CROW HILL dives headfirst into the murky waters of resampling, legality be damned (well, not really). With a Pocket Strings library, a couple of boutique pedals, and a healthy disregard for sonic purity, Christian shows how to turn polished orchestral samples into post-apocalyptic tape soup. If you like your strings with a side of VHS fizz and a sprinkle of chaos, this is your jam. Don’t expect hand-holding—expect inspiration, and maybe a few legal caveats.

Damedash T120, Fairfield Circuitry Shallow Water, Pocket Strings

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