Hungarian synth maker Shmøergh has introduced Moduleur, a fully-analog, open-source modular synth that they “starts simple, goes deep and lets you hack as much as you want”.
It features two VCOs, a mixer & sidechain module, filter, dual envelope/VCA modules, utilities and I/O, and a digital Brain module. Each module can be removed and used as a standard Eurorack module.
The Moduleur is fully open source, totally flexible, and free for anyone to build — the whole synth or just a couple of modules. It comes with a ready-to-play default patch, but the internal normalization can be overridden, so you can patch and use it, however you like.
Every schematic, PCB, panel, and part list is available and ready for DIY.
Shmøergh does not have plans to mass produce the Moduleur, and no pricing info. but they say “We might make a small batch if enough people want one.” You can sign up to be on the wait list at their site.
U-He has announced that Zebra 3 is now available as a public beta.
Here’s what they have to say about it:
“Built on decades of experience gained from developing Zebra2, but surpassing it in every way, Zebra 3 is packed with powerful new modules that take advantage of Zebra’s renowned workflow.
Those of you who have already experimented with Zebralette 3 should have an inkling of what to expect…
With its unique oscillator, modal resonator and other complex modules, Zebra 3 is certainly on the deeper side of synthesis. Dive in, discover, experiment—guided by the comprehensive user guide whenever necessary—you will soon find making sounds in Zebra 3 highly rewarding!
Zebra 3 Beta is fully functional and awaits your input…”
North Carolina-based synth maker GLX Audio shared this preview of the Balsam 8-Voice Modal Synthesizer.
Balsam is designed to let you pitch bend and manipulate voices using an array of sliders. According to the company, “BALSAM encourages players to explore novel forms of harmonic, timbral, and rhythmic expression.”
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