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Richard
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Make Noise revives the legendary QMMG module
We delve into the reissue of Make Noise's QMMG module, spotlight Micro Rack's Kickstarter success, and preview the Piqued 5th Anniversary Show.
Grimes takes Sophie Powers' "Obsessed" to new heights with a sinister "Glitch" remix
Grimes' remix of Sophie Powers' "Obsessed" electrified the San Francisco crowd, blending alt-pop with glitchy electronic beats in an unforgettable live performance.
The process of building his first Eurorack module was an exercise in creativity
Monologs takes a closer look at your favorite electronic music artists. Learn about their creative process through interviews and performances.
A peek at Piqued // August 2024
In this newsletter, big news from Piqued and a glimpse into the future of our platform!
Mastering harmonic spectra with the Harmonic Shift Oscillator
Learn how the Harmonic Shift Oscillator allows precise manipulation of harmonic spectra, giving you the tools to create everything from classic tones to complex, inharmonic sounds.
Pittsburgh Modular unleashes the Snakes sequencer
We explore Pittsburgh Modular's Snakes sequencer, highlight new album releases, and update you on the Piqued 5th Anniversary Show.
Piqued five year anniversary show at Mission Synths
Saturday, August 31st at 4:30PM - 8:30PM Pacific
Mastering techno with Drumcell and Traktor Pro 4
Discover the latest features in Traktor Pro 4 as Drumcell shares his 15+ years of experience mastering techno performances with his evolving setup.
Native Instruments unveils Traktor Pro 4 DJ software
This new version introduces advanced features such as AI-powered stem separation, flexible beatgrids, and the Ozone Maximizer for enhanced sound quality.
Exploring new directions in the Labyrinth
We explore the new Moog Labyrinth, blending East and West Coast synthesis styles with dual sequencers and wave folding.
Ableton Push 3 update 2.1b1 brings improvements and new features to enhance workflow
This update introduces enhanced macro mapping, track movement, and customizable clip launch, making music production more seamless and efficient.
The Moog Labyrinth has synth enthusiasts in a maze of speculation
This unexpected leak reveals Moog's first West Coast-style synthesizer, leaving fans eager for more details.
I can’t resist Sheena Dham’s album release party for Familiarity Heuristic
She strummed chords on a neon yellow electric guitar and belted out “I Can’t.”
Digitakt II upgrades close the gap with Octatrack MKII
Elektron unveiled the Digitakt II, now with stereo sampling and Perform Kit mode, enhancing its capabilities to rival the Octatrack MKII.
A closer look at ALGO from RYK Modular at Superbooth24
At Superbooth24, RYK Modular unveiled ALGO, an FM synth engine with a menu-free design.
Superbooth24 dispatch from Berlin, we spoke with some of our favorite exhibitors
This episode of Patch Dispatch is all about Superbooth24! Piqued spent the weekend in Berlin and spoke with some of our favorite synth companies including Vostok, RYK, Knobula, Xaoc, Modbap, WMD, and more.
Itsy-bitsy modules for modular synthesis enthusiasts
The world of modular synthesis is getting smaller and more accessible with Microrack, tiny Eurorack-inspired modules designed for electronics breadboards.
From Berlin with beats, Piqued at Superbooth 2024
We're here to bring you the latest and greatest from this year's event.
Polyend Tracker+ launches with USB audio, new synth engines, and more
Polyend introduces the Tracker+, a feature-packed upgrade with USB audio, stereo sampling, new synth engines, and enhanced drum machine capabilities.
CMOS chip logic in workshops at night, new synth from Vongon the REPLAY's delight
On this episode of Patch Dispatch, news from Piqued including an upcoming electronics workshop, and we take a look at a cool new synth from Vongon called the REPLAY.
A peek at Piqued // March 2024
In this newsletter, the third episode of Monologs is out, we listen to Alphastare on Seismic Audio podcast, and Patch Dispatch takes a look at ART.
Instant regret, selling a Moog Sub 37 for an OP-1
We spend a day with Shipwreck Detective to learn about his creative process and what the future holds.
Move over MIDI, Tiptop ART is here
We discuss the new ART control protocol from Tiptop Audio that makes polyphony in Eurorack easier, a fun time bending device, album releases, and Piqued updates.
A sound so intense, it called for emergency response
In Monologs EP02, join Stevie Synth as his performance with a Eurorack modular groovebox turns from creativity to chaos.