Founder Rutger Vlek let us know about River Creative Technologies, a new ‘Dutch synthesizer boutique’ manufacturer that has introduced a new line of Eurorack modules. The “Crux” dual voltage controlled amplifier with discrete OTA core, and the “Nucleus” voltage controlled filter with discrete OTA core. Both modules are available now, both ready-made or as DIY dits.
Analog synth module-makers Synthesizers.com are auctioning a rare prototype of their Q167 LFO++ module, with proceeds to benefit the Bob Moog Foundation. The auction runs through 1pm (Pacific time) next Wednesday, December 30, 2015. This one-of-a-kind module, built and signed by designer Roger Arrick, is fully functional, though it differs slightly from the final production… Read More Synthesizers.com LFO++ Prototype Auction To Benefit The Bob Moog Foundation
Open Mic: For the holidays, our wish is that you have family, health and peace. And, yes, since it’s Synthtopia, maybe some wicked gear under the tree, that new app that you’ve been wanting or some great new electronic music…. So, leave a comment and let us know if ‘Synther Claus’ paid you a visit!
Maker.ie has announced Patchblocks for Eurorack – a new module that brings the programable modular platform to the Euro format. Here’s what they have to say about it: For the past year we have been working with patchblocks.com to produce a Eurorack version of their incredibly successful, innovative and intuitive programmable mini-synth. We have added… Read More Patchblocks For Eurorack Now Available For Preorder
This video, via ChooDoob, captures a version of Carol of the Bells, arranged for a 1970 Moog Modular Synthesizer.
As part of our end-of-year, Best of 2015 round-up, we’re running a variety of reader polls. For the modular synth category, we let readers nominate their picks for the best new synth module of the year. We’re including individual modules, introduced in the last year, that are designed with the primary purpose of being part of… Read More What’s The Best New Synth Module Of 2015? (Reader Poll)
In this video, synth designer Peter Grenader (Electro-Acoustic Research) gives a tour of his modular synth, aka ‘The Beast’.
Plankton Electronics has introduced the Arrhythmia, a programmable clock generator for the creation of complex rhythms and patterns. The Arrhythmia is designed to be useful for triggering step sequencers, envelopes, logic gates or sync inputs.
Nathan Thompson has shared a variety of free (‘free as in beer’) DIY Eurorack case designs via Thingiverse.
Erica Synths has added to its Black series the Black Dual Envelope Generator/LFO. The module has 3 basic functions: Dual full ADSR envelope generator where each envelope can be adjusted one by one. Two simultaneously controllable AD/ASR envelope generator. Two LFOs with distinct waveshaping and key follow function.
