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    Tiptop Audio ART Polyphonic Eurorack modules

    SUPERBOOTH 2025: Tiptop Audio

    New polyphonic Eurorack modules & Buchla 200 Series

    Tiptop Audio have been working on a whole host of new modules for their polyphonic Eurorack system, as well as some additions to their growing collection of Buchla 200 Series recreations.

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    Supercritical Redshift 6 desktop digitally controlled analogue polysynth

    SUPERBOOTH 2025: Supercritical Redshift 6

    Desktop synth gains multitimbral capabilities

    We stopped by at the Supercritical Synthesizers stand at Superbooth 2025, where Timo kindly gave us a demo of the Redshift 6's newly introduced multitimbral capabilities.

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    Korg Berlin phase8 acoustic synthesizer

    SUPERBOOTH 2025: Korg Berlin phase8

    Acoustic synthesizer to launch in 2026

    We talk to Korg Berlin’s CEO and lead designer Tatsuya Takahashi about the latest developments to the phase8 acoustic synthesizer. 

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    SUPERBOOTH 2025: PWM Mantis update

    Plus: OSCar acquisition & new synth preview

    We find out about PWM's recent acquisition of the OSCar brand, a selection of new features for the Mantis, and a sneak preview of their latest project, an all-new digital synth. 

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    Frap Tools Magnolia eight-voice polyphonic synthesizer

    SUPERBOOTH 2025: Frap Tools Magnolia

    Modular-inspired polysynth announced

    Taking pride of place on the Frap Tools stand at this year’s Superbooth show was the Magnolia, a new eight-voice polysynth that draws inspiration from the world of modular and offers a blend of the classic East and West Coast sounds. 

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    Polyend Mess step-sequenced multi-effects pedal

    SUPERBOOTH 2025: Polyend Mess

    The Synth also gains new capabilities

    Polyend were showcasing the Mess at Superbooth 2025, a new pedal that combines a vast collection of modulation, delay and reverb effects with powerful multitrack step sequencer.

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    AJH Synth Matrix VCF Eurorack filter module

    SUPERBOOTH 2025: AJH Synth Matrix VCF

    Packs 16 filters into 14HP!

    Just ahead of Superbooth 2025, AJH Synth announced the launch of the Matrix VCF, a new Eurorack filter module that offers an impressive 16 filter types. We stopped by at the show to take a look.

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    SUPERBOOTH 2025: Melbourne Instruments Roto-Control & Nina updates

    MIDI controller & desktop synth updates

    Melbourne Instruments were showcasing two significant updates for their Roto-Control MIDI controller and Nina desktop synth at this year's Superbooth.

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    Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M desktop PPG wavetable FM sampling synth module

    SUPERBOOTH 2025: Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M

    PPG-inspired synth range gains third model

    The latest addition to the 3rd Wave family features eight voices, offers bi-timbral operation, and boasts patch compatibility with its larger siblings. 

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    SUPERBOOTH25: Fresh hardware from Novation

    SUPERBOOTH 2025: Fresh hardware from Novation

    Launch Control XL 3, Launchkey MK4 and Bass Station II models

    Novation have announced a fresh line-up of hardware at this year’s Superbooth, introducing four new products designed to inspire electronic musicians, live performers and producers alike. 

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    Expressive E release Osmose 2.1 update

    MPE synth gains new oscillator, effects & more

    Expressive E have announced the launch of the latest free update for their flagship MPE-capable synthesizer.

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    Guthman Competition Winners 2025

    Guthman Competition Winners 2025 | SOS Podcast

    Interview With The Judges

    Jeff Albert, Associate Professor at Georgia Tech, and Paul McCabe, Senior Vice President of Research and Innovation at Roland, discuss the 2025 Guthman Musical Instrument Competition.

    People May 2025
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    Expert Sleepers Disting NT

    Eurorack Module

    Those familiar with my reviews might have sussed by now that, when describing multifunctional modules, I do my level best...

    Reviews May 2025
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    Erica Synths EDU DIY FM Drum Eurorack module

    Erica Synths announce the EDU DIY FM Drum

    Latest DIY Eurorack module arrives

    The latest module to join the EDU DIY line-up blends the ‘punch’ of classic analogue drum voices with the metallic-sounding tones of FM synthesis. 

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    Knobula Monumatic Eurorack polysynth monosynth modular synthesizer module

    Knobula launch the Monumatic

    Squeezes two synths into a 12HP module!

    Kobula's new Monumatic module comes equipped with 16 selectable oscillator modes, with its collection of virtual-analogue algorithms covering a wealth of classic and modern sounds.

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    Winter Plankton DassBrum

    Eurorack Bass Drum Module

    Winter Plankton's DassBrum module does a lot more than mimic a bass drum.

    Reviews Apr 2025
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    Modular Profile: Julien Guillot

    Synthesist & Producer

    Synthesist and producer Julien Guillot started his project Stazma the Junglechrist back in 2008, in his words at “the super violent and punk end” of the breakcore scene, before breaking out into more experimental territory.

    People Apr 2025
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    Talkback: Ela Minus

    Electronic Artist & Producer

    Colombian‑born Ela Minus was studying jazz performance as a drummer at Berklee College Of Music when she got a taste for electronic music.

    People Apr 2025
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    Behringer Wasp Deluxe top-front

    Behringer Wasp Deluxe

    Hybrid Dual Oscillator Synthesizer • Multi-Mode VCF • 16-Voice Poly Chain • Desktop / Eurorack Format

    Paul Wiffen takes a trip down memory lane to look at Behringer’s remake of the Wasp from Electronic Dream Plant, his first employer in the synthesizer industry back in 1981. How does it compare to Chris Huggett’s original innovative design?

    Reviews Apr 2025
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    Martin Kohlstedt - Piano & Electronica

    Martin Kohlstedt - Piano & Electronica | SOS Podcast

    Improvised Performances

    Composer, pianist and producer Martin Kohlstedt talks about his approach to combining piano and electronic instruments, improvisation in the studio and on stage, plus the work he is doing to reduce the carbon footprint of touring.

    People Apr 2025
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    Qu-Bit Stardust

    Eurorack Tape Looper Module

    The latest device to take up the challenge of ‘tape without tape’ is the Stardust, which Qu‑Bit describe as a ‘cosmic tape looper’.

    Reviews Apr 2025

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