At Superbooth 16 in Berlin, Bastl Instruments introduced three additions to their modular lineup: Dynamo, Tromsø and Hendrikson. In addition, they introduced two new complete modular systems, both focused on signal processing: Bob and Bobek, and an upgrade to their flagship modular system Rumburack 2.0. Here are the details:
The Kickstarter project for the KordBot Music Production Assistant raised $178,655, with 736 backers. KordBot is described as a ‘music production assistant that combines a chord generator, arpeggiator and step sequencer In one unit.’ It has 32 built-in chord types including inversions for each, with another eight user-banks for storing custom chord types. The project met and… Read More KordBot Kickstarter Project Raises More Than $175,000
Sunday Synth Jam: This video captures a live modular synth song performance, by Jolea, of Lioness.
Spektro Audio’s Ícaro Ferre let us know a major update to CV Toolkit – a set of software modules that you can use to control, modulate and sequence your synthesizers via control voltage (CV). “The new 2.2 update is quite significant,” says Ferre, “because it adds many user-requested features, such as the ability to save… Read More CV Toolkit Updated With User-Requested Features
Audiowerkstatt has introduced the mini-midi-step-seq, a new sequencer for MIDI, based on classic analog 8-step sequencer designs. The developer says that ‘It is optimized for live use, especially jam-sessions, but can also be used to give you new ideas’.
Erica Synths has introduced the Black Hole DSP – a Euro-format module that offers 16 audio effects. Each effect has 4 adjustable and CV controllable parameters, along with CV-controlled effect select. In addition, external effect boards (sold separately), containing new sets of effects, can be added to customize the Erica Black Hole DSP to your way of… Read More Erica Synths Intros Black Hole DSP Eurorack Effects Module
Numerical Audio has introduced RP-1, a flexible stereo delay for iPhone and iPad that supports Audiobus, Inter-App Audio, Ableton Link and more. RP-1 also comes with a solid standalone application that makes real-time effects processing as simple as connecting a USB Audio Interface or singing into the internal microphone.
Developer Robert Jordan let us know about a new video synth that he’s developer that uses math to make evolving, ‘tripped out’ patterns. “The Video Equations system uses the power of mathematics to yield rippling lo-fi seas of colour, acid trip roguelikes, glitching fractals, visions of an 80’s techno dream and worlds of crashing computer programs,”… Read More New DIY Video Synthesizer, Video Equations
Pmfoundations has introduced Midi-Seq-8, a Eurorack Android to analog synth interface; and a companion Android app, MIDI Sequencer. The Interface is sold as a full kit, consisting of a set of 2 high quality PCBs, front panel, all basic and precision components and a pre-programmed PIC processor. The developer says that “The Midi-Seq-8 delivers the convenience of… Read More New Module Bridges Android & Analog Synthesizers
Cakefolder (Sam Di Nitride) has released a new album, Possibilities, that explores working within the limitation of performing everything live, using Korg Volca boxes and an Electribe 2. Each of the tracks was recorded live, on video, in the studio. “I went for a DAW-free music production process and videoed myself doing the performances,” he… Read More DAW-Free Electronic Music Recording With Cakefolder
