YOUTUBER: Signal Sounds

11. June 2026

SPARKY

Signal Sounds Talks Vhikk X: The Cult of Forge-TME’s Sonic Street Weapon

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Signal Sounds Talks Vhikk X: The Cult of Forge-TME’s Sonic Street Weapon

If you think the world of Eurorack is just another sausage factory, think again. In this Signal Sounds podcast, the Glasgow synth wizards sit down with Fletcher from Forge-TME—the mad scientist behind the Vhikk X, the module that’s got everyone frothing at the patch cables. From DIY lockdown roots to Superbooth chaos and the existential FOMO of global pre-orders, this chat pulls back the curtain on one of the most hyped synth voices in recent memory. Expect tales of algorithmic rabbit holes, community weirdness, and why scarcity isn’t always a marketing ploy. If you want to know what makes the

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6. June 2026

TAS

Signal Sounds x Music Thing Modular: A Workshop System That Packs a Punch

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Signal Sounds x Music Thing Modular: A Workshop System That Packs a Punch

Ever wanted a modular synth that’s as inviting as an Aussie BBQ and as wild as a wallaby on a caffeine high? Signal Sounds brought Tom Whitwell of Music Thing Modular to their Glasgow lair for a deep dive into the Workshop System—a self-contained, delightfully hands-on modular rig that’s more fun than a dust-up at a bush doof. Tom’s vision is all about playful creativity, not menu-diving misery, and this system proves you don’t need to be a millionaire or a soldering wizard to get amongst it. From community-built program cards to live workshops where everyone from total newbies to

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Signal Sounds at Superbooth 2026: Synth Mayhem, Buchla Bangers & Spectral Chaos

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Signal Sounds at Superbooth 2026: Synth Mayhem, Buchla Bangers & Spectral Chaos

Superbooth 2026 just got a Glasgow twist as Signal Sounds hit Berlin and dive headfirst into a tidal wave of new synths, modules, and sonic oddities. Tom and Luke, in classic Signal Sounds fashion, cut through the hype and get their hands dirty with the latest gear—from Buchla’s surprisingly punchy Ziggy to Xaoc’s spectral Budapest and Make Noise’s feedback wizardry. Expect sharp banter, honest takes, and zero patience for weak presets. If you want the real dirt on what’s hot (and what’s just hot air) in the modular world, this episode is your rave bunker briefing. Don’t expect a full

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22. April 2026

LUMINA

Signal Sounds: Quadraphonic Journeys with Serge & GRM Tools – A Sonic Atlas Unfolds

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Signal Sounds: Quadraphonic Journeys with Serge & GRM Tools – A Sonic Atlas Unfolds

Signal Sounds, Glasgow’s magnetic hub for synth explorers, invites us into a world where sound is sculpted like light through fog. In this episode of their Signal Flow Podcast, Luke unpacks his live performance setup—a mesmerizing fusion of Serge modular, GRM Tools Atelier, and Max for Live, all woven into a quadraphonic tapestry. The conversation drifts from the tactile unpredictability of modular feedback to the immersive embrace of spatial sound, revealing both the risks and revelations of live electronic storytelling. For those who crave sonic adventure, this episode is a portal into the art of deep listening and the alchemy

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26. March 2026

SPARKY

Signal Sounds Serve Sequencer Gold – Podcast Ep2 Reviewed

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Signal Sounds Serve Sequencer Gold – Podcast Ep2 Reviewed

Signal Sounds are back in the bunker with episode two of their Signal Flow Podcast, and this time it’s a sequencer showdown for the Eurorack faithful. Tom and Luke riff on their favourite step machines, dig up some criminally underrated modules, and take the pulse of where modular’s heading in 2024. Expect sharp Glaswegian banter, deep dives into chaos and analog sequencing, and a healthy dose of under-the-radar gear worship. If you’re after honest opinions, leftfield picks, and a few laughs, this is the synth chat you want in your headphones. Just don’t expect them to go easy on the

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5. March 2026

SPARKY

Signal Sounds Unleash the Signal Flow Podcast: Synth Banter, Gear Hype, and Modular Mayhem

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Signal Sounds Unleash the Signal Flow Podcast: Synth Banter, Gear Hype, and Modular Mayhem

Signal Sounds have kicked off their Signal Flow podcast, and it’s exactly the kind of synth-fuelled chaos we crave. Hosts Luke Palmer and Tom Churchill dive headfirst into the modular meat grinder, chatting about everything from boutique oddities to hands-on performance gear. Expect sharp Glaswegian wit, deep dives into weird modules, and enough gear lust to bankrupt a small nation. If you’re after honest opinions, nerdy tangents, and a few sideways glances at the state of modern Eurorack, this is your new bunker broadcast. Don’t expect hand-holding—these lads know their stuff and aren’t afraid to call it as they see

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30. January 2026

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Signal Sounds Goes Deep: Smear by Smoothie Audio – The 98-Pole Phase Mutant

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Signal Sounds Goes Deep: Smear by Smoothie Audio – The 98-Pole Phase Mutant

Signal Sounds isn’t here to sell you another polite filter – they’re unleashing Smear, a dual 98-pole allpass monster from Smoothie Audio that’ll twist your drums and synths into spectral origami. Tom dives in, showing off how this rare beast mangles phase, warps percussion, and turns even the driest saw wave into a mutant groove weapon. If you think you’ve heard every filter trick in the book, think again – Smear is all about unpredictable, mind-bending results. Strap in, because this module doesn’t just colour your sound, it shoves it through a wormhole. Curious? You’ll want to see (and hear)

24. December 2025

LUMINA

Signal Sounds: One Year Inside the Cric’s Sonic Labyrinth

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Signal Sounds: One Year Inside the Cric’s Sonic Labyrinth

Signal Sounds invites us to drift through the afterglow of a year spent with the Future Sound Systems Cric—a synthesizer that doesn’t just make sound, but sculpts entire weather systems of tone. Guided by Michael Manning’s reflective touch, this video is less a product demo and more an ambient travelogue through the Cric’s patchable wilderness. Here, the Cric is revealed as both instrument and muse, a matrix of possibility where every connection births new sonic ghosts. For those who see synthesis as storytelling, this is a journey not to be missed.

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11. December 2025

SPARKY

Signal Sounds: PolyBrute 12 Sound Design Masterclass – When French Synths Go Full Rave Bunker

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Signal Sounds: PolyBrute 12 Sound Design Masterclass – When French Synths Go Full Rave Bunker

Signal Sounds brought in Arturia’s Tom Lewis for a hands-on PolyBrute 12 sound design session, and let’s just say: this wasn’t your average synth demo snoozefest. Tom dives straight into the guts of subtractive synthesis, pulling pads, basses and leads out of the PolyBrute like a sonic street magician. Expect practical tips, cheeky Glaswegian banter, and some serious knob-twiddling – all in front of a room full of synth nerds. If you want to see a flagship polysynth get pushed to its limits (and maybe learn why wave folding isn’t just for West Coast weirdos), this is your jam. Don’t

25. November 2025

TAS

Signal Sounds Unleash the Teenage Engineering EP-40 Riddim: Dub, Sirens & Ting in a Box

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Signal Sounds Unleash the Teenage Engineering EP-40 Riddim: Dub, Sirens & Ting in a Box

If you reckon your beat machine should be as fun as a backyard BBQ gone rogue, Signal Sounds have just the thing. In their latest video, they wrangle the Teenage Engineering EP-40 Riddim—a pocket-sized dub and reggae beast that’s got more tricks than a magpie at a music festival. With Glasgow’s own synth wizards at the helm, expect a wild ride through pressure-sensitive sirens, lo-fi mic mayhem, and enough performance features to keep your next outdoor rave jumping. Whether you’re a seasoned dubhead or just keen to muck about with new sounds, this one’s got something to make your ears

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