Best Modular Synth Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 92: WaveHead 56:22

11d ago56:22

56:22

Tom tries his luck at making some improvised old school Drum and Bass using wavetables.By tom davis

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Episode 03: The Proteus Algorithmic Sequencer 38:22

19d ago38:22

38:22

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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Episode 91: Mongrel For Nothing 53:04

22d ago53:04

53:04

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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Guthman Competition Winners 2025 43:42

25d ago43:42

43:42

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

29d ago50:08

50:08

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

1M ago53:16

53:16

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 44:16

2M ago44:16

44:16

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

2M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

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

2M ago56:42

56:42

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

2M ago1:07:33

1:07:33

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 39:18

3M ago39:18

39:18

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

4M ago47:47

47:47

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 41:56

4M ago41:56

41:56

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

4M ago57:28

57:28

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

4M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

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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Tony Rolando - My Life in Modules 1:38:42

5M ago1:38:42

1:38:42

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

5M ago13:31

13:31

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

5M ago58:32

58:32

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

5M ago1:03:35

1:03:35

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

5M ago54:56

54:56

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

6M ago57:40

57:40

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

6M ago50:20

50:20

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

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

6M ago59:13

59:13

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 1:09:10

6M ago1:09:10

1:09:10

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

7M ago56:31

56:31

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 44:56

7M ago44:56

44:56

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

7M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

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

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Krust - Drum & Bass Pioneer 51:14

8M ago51:14

51:14

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

8M ago50:09

50:09

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

9M ago1:03:47

1:03:47

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

9M ago1:07:27

1:07:27

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

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Using Effects Pedals With Synths 18:32

9M ago18:32

18:32

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 (01:12) - Connecting Your Pedals (02:…

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Episode 76: Tiny Golden Patches 45:15

9M ago45:15

45:15

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

9M ago1:10:27

1:10:27

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

10M ago1:03:45

1:03:45

Tom creates a generative/additive system.By tom davis

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

10M ago1:15:30

1:15:30

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 55:54

10M ago55:54

55:54

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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Jason Singh - Sounds Of Nature 45:06

11M ago45:06

45:06

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

11M ago1:42:02

1:42:02

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…

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Episode 74: Patching New Guinea 54:37

12M ago54:37

54:37

Tom makes a 4 module system using the Michigan Synthworks SY0.5 and Industrial Music Electronics Kermit MK3 as the only voices and creates an improv jam/track.By tom davis

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Oberheim - 50 Years Of Synth Design 37:22

12M ago37:22

37:22

In an impromptu chat, Tom Oberheim tells Sam Inglis about his early years as an engineer and his accidental route into creating electronic musical instruments. As he celebrates his 50th year since the launch of the SEM, Tom talks about the rise of digital, the resurgence of analogue and the launch of the new TEO-5. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:…

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Episode 73:Marbles House 56:31

1y ago56:31

56:31

Tom gets some new modules and dives into generative sequencing and complex modulation.By tom davis

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Episode 286: Where've you been, Tim? 36:05

1y ago36:05

36:05

I'm back. Where was I? Find out in this week's episode. We are also going to check out some of YOUR music as well as some cool gear. AND Lousy Falcon has an album out now on Podular Modcast's Bandcamp! Support Pod Mod Venmo https://venmo.com/u/PodModTim PayPay at [email protected] PATREON (https://www.patreon.com/podularmodcast) LOUSY FALCON ALB…

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Episode 72: Comb On Filter The Noize 58:52

1y ago58:52

58:52

Tom attempts to create his own comb filter out of many other filters. Mischief ensues....By tom davis

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Jlin - Electronic Musician 32:24

1y ago32:24

32:24

Electronic Music artist Jlin talks about her processes for creating a new work, being ready to tour straight from the studio and staying grounded and focused when your work starts to gain recognition. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:27 - The Journey So Far 03:09 - Using FL Studio 03:50 - Live Performance With Ableton 09:23 - Developing A Sound Wor…

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Episode 71: Stregalomaniac 1:02:18

1y ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Tom creates an evolving soundscape using the Make Noise Strega and friends!By tom davis

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Episode 70: Songs About Patching 59:58

1y ago59:58

59:58

Tom creates some spacious synth melodies and percussion in this weeks episode.By tom davis

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Episode 285: sandcastles 1:18:54

1y ago1:18:54

1:18:54

This week we are joined by sandcastles. The duo sandcastles is an ambient/electronic act that consists of artists SNOWDN and M Vawter (AKA Justin Benjamin and Michael Vawter). XTOPIA is an ambient sci-fi concept album about a utopian society called XTOPIA. All things sandcastles: https://linktr.ee/sand.castles Support Pod Mod on PATREON (https://ww…

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Drum Machine History 57:08

1y ago57:08

57:08

The drum machine has progressed massively since the days of the home organ player. Here Oli Freke takes us through a brief history with lots of audio examples, highlighting the most iconic models to have been released during the last 40 years and the part that they have played in shaping musical trends. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:51 - Early R…

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Episode 284: DJ DOUGGPOUND & Brent Weinbach 1:24:18

1y ago1:24:18

1:24:18

Doug and Brent from The Poundcast and I did a swapcast! Check out their stuff here: Pound House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zq2fuQZpfkY&list=PLXStUELwePSdan9WxCfFqSjRwI2iHXwhA Support Pod Mod on PATREON (https://www.patreon.com/podularmodcast) Featured Artist: Malarki: https://malarki.bandcamp.com/ Alphastare: https://alphastare.bandcamp.com/a…

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