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x0xb0x, the synth that launched an open-source hardware boom, is reborn
Based on the legendary TB-303, the x0xb0x was an underground legend all its own, one that helped popularize the open-source hardware movement. And now it’s back, in a digital emulation of the original hardware, from x0xb0x’s original creator.
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Turn that 1U row into a row of tactile TR-x0x step sequencing: Drummertime
A perfect 1U row doesn’t exi– oh, okay tubbetec. You got us. Add a row of big, clicky keys (or more “tactile” ones) and get your step sequencing in a row on Eurorack. It’s called “Drummertime.” Genius.
Peter Kirn - November 7, 2025
Gear Modular-Analog Music tech Tech
New free VCV Rack modules: chaotic oscillators, HP word generator, drums
It’s time again for that trip-to-the-candy-store feeling with VCV Rack: the Eurorack rush without spending anything at all. Since our last episode, we’ve gotten new 4ms Roland-style drums, some unique stuff from Venom, a trio of chaotic oscillators, and a sequencer inspired by the legendary HP 8006A Word Generator. Hands-on with these open-source creations — let’s go!
Peter Kirn - July 21, 2025
Music tech Software Stories Tech
endorphin.es Ground Control is now standalone, desktop MIDI+CV+gate sequencer, too
Peter Kirn - February 22, 2023
Gear Music tech Tech
