In this episode of Patch Dispatch, hosts Richard Hogben and Korey Luna bring you the latest in electronic music news and gear updates. We kick things off with a discussion about the upcoming Bandcamp Friday, focusing on some exciting releases and offers that you won't want to miss. Roland, a legendary name in the synth world, is offering a special deal on their Cloud Studio Suite, which includes iconic instruments like the 808, available for a limited time during Bandcamp Friday.
Next, we explore new album releases, starting with Jim Thompson’s acid house masterpiece, "Lost Acid 4." With its classic 303 basslines, this album is perfect for fans of vintage acid sounds and is a great soundtrack for anything from chilling at home to commuting through the city. We also highlight Walking Dog’s lo-fi gem, "There In the Distance," a relaxing, ambient album ideal for sketching or unwinding on a rainy day.
Shifting gears, we dive into gear news with the latest release from Expert Sleepers—a module that's been 10 years in the making. This highly anticipated utility module is already making waves in the modular synth community. We also spotlight the Molten Bypass module, a collaboration between Molten Modular Music and DivKid, bringing much-needed pedal-style bypass functionality to Eurorack systems. Lastly, we discuss the Toadstool Tech & Infinitedigits Slicer Module, which makes drum slicing and performance smoother and more intuitive than ever.
On the tutorial front, we feature content from Musicalfungus, who walks us through a deep dive into the Serge SSG (Smooth and Stepped Generator) module and its use as a low-pass gate. Meanwhile, All That’s Gone showcases a unique technique for using the Akai Force looper to seamlessly transition between tracks in a live set—an essential skill for anyone performing electronic music.
Finally, we recap the Piqued 5th Anniversary Show, which featured outstanding performances from artists like ANI, Shipwreck Detective, and more. If you missed the event, don’t worry—you can catch all the performances and interviews on our YouTube channel. We also tease some upcoming live shows, including Shipwreck Detective performing in Oakland on October 18th and ANI’s performance at the Y2K Loop Fest in Santa Cruz on November 2nd.
