In this episode of Patch Dispatch, hosts Richard Hogben and Korey Luna—are excited to dive back into the world of electronic music, modular synthesis, and cutting-edge gear. After taking a short break since our milestone event, we’re returning with fresh insights, exclusive performances, and in-depth gear discussions. Remember, if you missed our anniversary celebrations at Mission Synths, you can still catch all the performances and interviews on Piqued.fm.
We kick things off by exploring the Shmøergh DIY Synth, a two-oscillator analog instrument that anyone with the right components and motivation can build. This synth promises a hands-on experience perfect for those of us who love getting into the nuts and bolts of our setups. On the ready-to-play side, we turn our attention to the Teenage Engineering OP-XY, a sleek, modern piece that expands on the beloved workflows of the OP-1 and OP-Z, offering a refined, high-end sound design toolset.
Moving on to recent music releases, we highlight ahto_leon’s “Impermanence,” a richly melodic modular journey that many of us have been eagerly anticipating. Fans of heavier, more driving sounds will appreciate Entropy Worship’s “Second Law,” blending industrial rhythms with assertive techno beats. We also share a new Malarki track featured on the Seismic Audio Podcast—an immersive listen with deep, evolving textures. Additionally, our Audio Terrorist group interview provides an in-depth look at decades of underground electronic production, giving us rare insights into long-term creative collaborations.
For those of us who love rolling up our sleeves, we’re hosting a DIY logic noise synth workshop in Los Angeles. Inspired by Hackaday’s Elliot, this workshop will show us how to assemble and experiment with low-cost logic chips to craft unpredictable, evolving sounds. It’s a rare opportunity to get hands-on with experimental synthesis techniques, and we can’t wait to see what everyone creates.
Looking ahead, we have two major events on our radar: NAMM and Buchla + Friends. Whether we’re drawn to the sprawling spectacle of NAMM or prefer the intimate vibe and headphone-friendly stations at Buchla-centric gatherings, there’s something for all of us who crave new experiences in electronic sound. Stay tuned to Patch Dispatch and Piqued.fm for more interviews, gear updates, event coverage, and exciting new music as we continue exploring every corner of the evolving electronic landscape.
