Best Modular Synth Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 91: Mongrel For Nothing 53:04

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Tom explores a different developer for the 4ms Meta Module, this time its Moffenzeef. Be sure to check out all the artist's mention in the episode on Bandcamp and support your local artits!By tom davis

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Episode 03: The Proteus Algorithmic Sequencer 38:22

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Our very own Blue Nautilus takes us behind the scenes of Seaside Modular and the journey of bringing the Proteus algorithmic sequencer from concept to physical Eurorack module. This episode explores the realities of being a small modular manufacturer, going from Python script to VCV Rack release to hardware production. We dive deep into the challen…

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Guthman Competition Winners 2025 43:12

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Nick Rothwell is joined by Jeff Albert, Associate Professor at Georgia Tech, and Paul McCabe, Senior Vice President of Research and Innovation at Roland, to discuss the 2025 Guthman Musical Instrument Competition - an annual event showcasing new technologies and innovations in music. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:10 - Jeff Albert And Georgia Tec…

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Episode 2: Superbooth 2025 Recap 50:08

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Superbooth 2025 is wrapped and we're covering everything that happened in Berlin. SynthDad was on the ground at FEZ-Berlin and gives us the full report on this year's show - the atmosphere, attendance, and how it compared to previous years. The main focus is the gear announcements. 56 new Eurorack modules were revealed at the show, along with signi…

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Episode 90: 4MS Families 53:16

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Tom uses the 4MS Meta Module to try out various plugins from the company including the Ensemble oscillator. Tom also talks about his recent experience at Melt and Ooze in Baltimore, an experimental and noise festival at Wax Atlas. Check out Baltimore Drone Hive on instagram for more info an all things experimental going on in Baltimore.…

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History Of Samplers 43:46

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Oli Freke talks us through the history of samplers, from the introduction of the Mellotron in 1963, through to current day sampling software, while highlighting the golden era of sampling from the late 80s to early 90s. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:08 - The Mellotron 02:28 - Pre-Digital Samplers 03:18 - Pierre Schaeffer And The Phonogène 04:03 …

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Episode 292: Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith 1:07:37

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Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith joins us on Pod Mod this week to discuss her upcoming record GUSH KEANU IS HERE: https://afterlateraudio.com/products/keanu Get Rhodopsin HERE: iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/rhodopsin/id6471383189?uo=2 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rawyawmedia.rhodopsin&hl=en_US&pli=1 Support Pod Mod Venmo …

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Episode 1: Superbooth 2025 Preview 56:42

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In our debut episode, The Rack Pack crew assembles to preview the most anticipated synthesizer event of the year - Superbooth 2025! Join BlueNautilus, SynthDad, Oscidigi, Moonbass Alpha, and Stujay as they introduce themselves and their unique modular journeys before diving into what makes Berlin's electronic music mecca so special. We explore the …

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Episode 89: Add(itive) Romance 1:07:33

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Tom talks about past performances and creates a complex additive synthesizer using the Xaoc Devices Odessa and Noise Engineering Manis Iteritas with help from the Tip Top Audio FSU and Intellijel Rainmaker.By tom davis

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Martin Kohlstedt - Piano And Electronica 38:48

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Composer, pianist and producer Martin Kohlstedt talks to Caro C 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. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:42 - Combining Piano And Electronics 05:10 - Organic, Improvised Performance…

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Episode 88: 26 Patches for Cash 47:47

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Happy 303 day!! Tom puts together a "small" acid techno system to jam out to in celebration of everything 303.By tom davis

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Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe 41:26

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Composer and Sound Designer Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe tells Caro C about his preferred sound modules and working methodologies, plus shares details some of the film and TV projects that he has recently been collaborating on. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:35 - Finding A Musical Voice 04:38 - Choosing Modular Synthesis 10:18 - Avant Garde Artistry 1…

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Episode 87: For Whom The Belgrad Tolls 57:28

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Tom creates another mini system, this time using the Xaoc Devices Belgrad filter as an Oscillator and running it through various waveshaping and effects! WOW!By tom davis

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Episode 86: Fala-ing Down 1:09:24

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Tom creates a VERY complex oscillator and dives a little deeper with the Fala Versio firmware while also exploring the 4MS tapographic delay on the Meta Module.By tom davis

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WHY WE BLEEP 053: MUSIC THING MKVII 2:22:22

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By Mylar Melodies

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Tony Rolando - My Life in Modules 1:38:12

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In this occasional series exploring modular synthesis and live performance, William Stokes talks to Tony Rolando, electronic musician and founder of modular company Make Noise. Tony talks about his beginnings in the industry and how Make Noise has relaunched in 2025 with a new team and a brand new module release, which he then showcases in an exclu…

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6bn6-24 vs RK3 13:31

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Metasonix RK4 as a VCO going into the RK2. Signal is multed to the Zerosum Inertia 6bn6-24 and RK3. Out put 2 of the RK2 is also multed and send to both of the wave shaper modules cv/carrier inputs. Ran this one dry so you can really hear what these modules are doing. I know... I love some reverb and or delay too!…

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Episode 85: Patch or Glory 58:32

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Tom uses the Noise Engineering Incus Iteritas Alia firmware to create some hard hitting techno jams.By tom davis

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Episode 291: Frae Frae Returns! 1:03:35

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This week Frae Frae returns to chat about her work with the Willie Mae Rock Camp for Girls and more! WMRC https://www.williemaerockcamp.org/ KEANU IS HERE: https://afterlateraudio.com/products/keanu Get Rhodopsin HERE: iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/rhodopsin/id6471383189?uo=2 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rawyaw…

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Episode 84: Mutable Scootin' Boogie 54:56

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Tom puts together a Mutable Instruments (and clone) themed case.By tom davis

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Episode 83: Tape These Broken Loops 57:40

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Tom pairs the Make Noise Morphagene with the 4ms Meta Module to create evolving tape loop jams.By tom davis

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Episode 82: Vectoritron - Patched State 2025 50:20

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Tom creates a powerful multi fx engine using vector mixers and alot of cpu.By tom davis

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WHY WE BLEEP 052: ROBERT HENKE/MONOLAKE 1:32:12

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Discussing how to be productive combining hardware and software, creative limitations he uses to get tracks made and much more besides with Ableton Live co-inventor Monolake, aka Robert Henke! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! THANKS TO SPONSORS: http://signalsounds.com & https://thonk.co.uk LISTEN TO THE NEW ALBUM “STUDIO”: http://robe…

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Episode 290: Meta Module chat with Dan Green 59:13

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This week Dan from 4ms returns to talk about their new game-changing device, The Meta Module! https://4mscompany.com/ KEANU IS HERE: https://afterlateraudio.com/products/keanu Support Pod Mod Venmo https://venmo.com/u/PodModTim PayPay at [email protected] PATREON (https://www.patreon.com/podularmodcast) LOUSY FALCON ALBUM: https://podularmodcast…

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Emulator II 40th Anniversary 1:08:40

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In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the groundbreaking E-mu Systems Emulator II sampler, Dave Rossum, Kevin Monahan and Paul Wiffen share inside stories of the development and manufacture of the instrument, their struggles to get around the technological limitations of the time and how the instrument was widely adopted by bands, artists and p…

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Episode 81: Meta Module Solid: Patches Of Liberty 56:31

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Tom gets some new modules, and finds out whether love can bloom on the battlefield... shout out to Dan Green of 4MS company who's name I spaced on in this episode and shout out to Podular Modcast who hosted the interview. check it out!By tom davis

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Suzanne Ciani: Space, Time and Buchla 44:26

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Electronic music pioneer and composer Suzanne Ciani discusses her career highlights in conversation with William Stokes, including early performance struggles due to her determination to present shows in quadraphonic, a career resurgence thanks to Moogfest and why she loves working with the Buchla interface. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:06 - Th…

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Episode 80: I Dream Of Patch Cables 1:12:47

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Tom goes over the system he used for his previous live performances.By tom davis

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WHY WE BLEEP 051: UTAH SAINTS 1:57:50

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In which Jez & Tim of Utah Saints tell the story of how they went from DJing in Leeds to raving on primetime National Television in four months, and all the madness that entailed. If you enjoyed this episode,please share it! THANKS TO SPONSORS: http://signalsounds.com & https://thonk.co.uk/workshop SUPPORT THE PODCAST ON PATREON:https://www.patreon…

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Krust - Drum & Bass Pioneer 50:44

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Krust, also known as K or DJ Krust, chats about his early involvement in the Bristol music scene in the late 80s to early 90s, the development of the Drum & Bass sound and setting up the Full Cycle and Dope Dragon labels with Roni Size. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:28 - Early Influences And Getting Started 07:28 - Getting Immersed In Rave 08:45…

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Episode 79: Synths To Patch In The Dark 50:09

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Tom talks about past and future live performances. Also, more Coil references... be sure to check out these artists instagrams as well as any bandcamp/music releases they have. Thank you Zach @energy_runner on instagram again for the opportunity to play at Neptune Room. Follow Patrick on @modularonthemall on instagram as well as @pobnrg and listen …

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WHY WE BLEEP 050: TOM OBERHEIM 1:39:50

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In which synth legend Tom Oberheim tells the story of how it all happened: From hand-making effects in his apartment in the 60’s, to the golden age of the SEM, OBX and Xpanders, to the loss and renaissance of Oberheim synths. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! THANKS TO SPONSORS: http://signalsounds.com & https://www.thonk.co.uk/shop/pli…

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Episode 78: 20 Patched! Funk Greats 1:03:47

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Tom creates a live setup to make industrial noise and spooky drones. He succeeds!By tom davis

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Episode 77: Wavetable Top Joe 1:07:27

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Tom creates a small wavetable synth system to jam along with.By tom davis

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Using Effects Pedals With Synths 18:02

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Pedals are not just for guitars. Here Paul White connects his extensive pedal collection to a modular synth system, effectively using the pedals as additional modules and suggesting some creative ways of setting up and combining them to create a range of sounds for different applications. (00:00) - Introduction (00:42) - Connecting Your Pedals (01:…

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Episode 76: Tiny Golden Patches 45:15

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Tom jams on the O-Coast and friends.By tom davis

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Episode 289: Ross Introduces New MOFFENZEEF Modules 1:10:27

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Ross Fish is back to talk about the new modules from Moffenzeef! https://www.moffenzeefmodular.com/ Support Pod Mod Venmo https://venmo.com/u/PodModTim PayPay at [email protected] PATREON (https://www.patreon.com/podularmodcast) LOUSY FALCON ALBUM: https://podularmodcast.bandcamp.com/album/forty-eight-feathers-a-collection-of-live-performances T…

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Episode 75: A Little Patch In My Hands 1:03:45

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Tom creates a generative/additive system.By tom davis

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WHY WE BLEEP 049: ALM BUSYCIRCUITS 2:04:56

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Discussing his amazing origin story, favourite synths and vintage effects, and much more besides with Matthew of ALM Busycircuits! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! THANKS TO SPONSORS: http://signalsounds.com & https://www.thonk.co.uk/?s=timo+rozendal&post_type=product&title=1&excerpt=1&content=1&categories=1&attributes=1&tags=1&sku=1&o…

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Episode 288: Rainbow Circuit & Daedelus Present FAILURE 1:15:30

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This week we have Takuma Matsui of Rainbow Circuit and Alfred Darlington (Daedelus) on to talk about their new plugin FAILURE! FAILURE: https://www.rainbowcircuit.co/devices/failure Daedelus Tour Dates: https://www.songkick.com/artists/193842-daedelus Support Pod Mod Venmo https://venmo.com/u/PodModTim PayPay at [email protected] PATREON (https:…

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Scanner - My Life In Modules 55:24

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In this first part of an occasional series exploring modular synthesis and live performance. William Stokes talks to experimental electronic musician Scanner about his career, the choice of his favourite modules he'll showcase in his closing performance and the friendliness of the modular community. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:13 - The Tate Mo…

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WHY WE BLEEP 048: NICK BATT/SONIC STATE 1:49:22

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Talking about his origin story, achieving a Top 10 hit, founding Sonic State , secrets behind synth reviewing and everything besides with the original synth webmaster and video reviewer Nick Batt! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! THANKS TO SPONSORS: ▶︎ http://signalsounds.com ▶︎ https://www.thonk.co.uk/shop/befaco-oneiroi/ SUPPORT THE …

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Jason Singh - Sounds Of Nature 44:36

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Jason Singh is a sound artist, producer and performer. His creative output is an exploration of the natural world, voice and a wide range of music technologies. Works include live performance, immersive installations, studio recordings, broadcasts and sound walks. In this show he talks about how he makes music using the MIDI Sprout interface, a dev…

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Episode 287: Jason LaFererra of && 1:42:02

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Jason LaFererra of && (Ampersand Ampersand) joins us to talk about Wear and Tear & more! https://ampersandampersand.co/products/wear-and-tear Support Pod Mod Venmo https://venmo.com/u/PodModTim PayPay at [email protected] PATREON (https://www.patreon.com/podularmodcast) LOUSY FALCON ALBUM: https://podularmodcast.bandcamp.com/album/forty-eight-fe…