Verbos Workshop

Der/Die/Das neue Verbos Multistage 16 ist ein ausgewachsener Sequenzer und auch für mein eher altmodisches Setup als Erweiterung und Komplettierung hoch interessant. Ich schau es mir mal an und gehe am Donnerstag zum Workshop in SchneidersLaden. Sich ein Gerät live vom Hersteller bei einem Kaltgetränk in netter Athmosphäre erklären zu lassen, ist eine schöne Gelegenheit und geht besser ins Gehirn als jedes (online-)Tutorial.

Viel los die Tage ..

Bevor ich am Wochenende zweimal meine Skills auf einer alten X-Base09 präsentieren darf, finden in SchneidersLaden und in SchneidersKeller diverse Workshops statt: Wegen der Machina Bristonica (in Bristol UK) kommen diverse Hersteller nach Europa und erklären ihre Neuigkeiten vorab in unserem Schauraum Berlin und im ..

.. SchneidersKeller @ Denmark Street, London, UK:
25.9., 6pm: Bitwig Workshop w/ Fredrik Larsson aka Krumelur / CFL
26.9. 7pm: Mark Verbos, live performance explained, insights, hands on
27.9. Soho Electronics, multi venue festival: 10am Beginner Workshop
& afternoon time: Q&A with Daniel Miller
2.10. William Matthewson / WMD introducing the Skorpion
3.10. patch x patch session with JakoJako & Daniel Miller, ..
.. please write in advance to SchneidersKeller if you want to join, there is very limited space!

.. SchneidersLaden, Berlin:
24.9. 7pm: William Matthewson / WMD introducing the Skorpion
25.9. 7pm: ATOV pre-presenting their news, sneak Peek
26.9. 4pm: SchneidersApotheke: public patching, open door
26.9. 11pm: HerrSchneider @ Eschschloraque Rümschrümp
27.9. 7pm: HerrSchneider @ 30 years of C-Base.org (see below)

am 26.9. @Eschschloraque und am 27.9. @30jahre C-Base

Anno 2000 zog er als „Rhythmusmaschinenverkäufer“ für SchneidersBuero mit „Musterkoffer“ auf einem Handwagen durch Vernissagen, Parties, Bars oder den Tiergarten. Der Spaß am Gerät wurde Geschäft und die Zeit wurde eng. Nach 20 Jahren Pause ist der Koffer wieder da, das gleiche Gerät liefert erfrischend verstaubten minimal Techno, Experimentelles, Athmosphäre und Geräusche aus Strom.

Schon mit sechzehn spielte HerrSchneider einen Moog Prodigy Synthesizer in der Band und im Studio. Er konnte nicht ahnen, dass das seinen Lebensweg beeinflussen könnte. Mit dreißig des Übens an den Tasten müde zog es ihn nach Berlin, er entdeckte elektronische Musik und den Synthesizer – NEU! Mit sechzig ist die live gespielte Performance der Versuch einer Symbiose alter Elektronik mit noch altmodischeren Klängen einer Orgel.

26.9. @ Eschschloraque Rümschrümp: DJ Aussenborder macht Musik, HerrSchneider das Geräusch (~11pm) * 27.9. @ c-base.org: 30 jahre c-remonie (cide program / preroll (~7pm)

April: Workshops and Events

April at SchneidersLaden is packed with workshops designed to deepen your understanding of modular synthesis, music production, and video synthesis. All events are held at Karl-Marx-Straße 186 in Berlin, starting at 7 PM, and are free of charge. Here’s what’s on the agenda:​

Modular Beginner Workshops – 3. / 17. / 24. April

New to modular synthesis? Join us on April 3rd, 17th, and 24th for hands-on sessions introducing the fundamentals of modular systems. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your curiosity!​

Bitwig Workshop – 10. April

On April 10th, explore the capabilities of Bitwig Studio and the new Bitwig Connect 4/12 interface, a dynamic music production and performance duo. This workshop will cover the integration with modular gear, offering new dimensions to your creative process.​

Video Synth Workshops – 1. / 8. / 15. April

Dive into the world of video synthesis on April 1st, 8th, and 15th. These sessions will guide you through creating visual art using (modular) video synthesizers, perfect for those looking to expand their artistic horizons.​ Hosted by cinema.av

We look forward to welcoming you to SchneidersLaden!

ALL events at Karl-Marx-Straße 186 – Start: 7pm – Free – No registration required!

New Video Synthesis Workshop Series!

Dive into the captivating world of video synthesis with modular synthesizers with CINEMA.AV and SchneidersLaden!

Join us for an exciting workshop series at SchneidersLaden, you can explore the art of video synthesis over six immersive sessions with CINEMA.AV. Whether you’re a curious newbie or a seasoned expert, this course offers something for everyone.

Led by our experienced host, who’s well-versed in the intricacies of video synthesis, each session promises to be an enlightening journey into the realm of visuals and sound. From understanding the basics to delving into advanced techniques, you’ll gain valuable insights and hands-on experience every step of the way.

The first date is a more general introduction into the topic of video synthesis. The following dates focus on specific devices or manufacturers, with a special on March 25th where we will have Bastien from Syntonie as our special guest!

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to expand your skills and dive deeper into the world of video synthesis. The course is free and you don’t have to register, just come by. We’ll start on March 11th and continue the series on the following Tuesdays. 

The dates and their topics:

March 11: 

Intro to Video, we’ll cover a wide variety of video synthesizers available

March 18:

Sleepy Circuits Hypno // Mezzz // vidOS

March 25:

Syntonie // LZX – w. Bastien from Syntonie live!

April 1:

LZX Industries // Video Headroom Systems

April 8:

Erogenous Tones Structure

April 15:

Entropy & Sons Recursion Studio

🗓️ Dates: Every Tuesday from March 11th – April 15th

🕒 Time: 7pm

📍 Location: SchneidersLaden, Karl-Marx-Str 186

💰 Price: Free – Donations very welcome!

🔗 Register: No need to register

See you there!

SuperBooth Berlin

A short update on our planning for SB25: For those who haven’t heard from us in a while, yes, we are still here, and as always at this time of year, we’re in the intensive phase of planning and are very busy, trying to work out all the big and small challenges and surprises a venue like the FEZ surprises us with. But the situation looks quite good and everything is coming together well, and in 7.5 weeks, it all begins again at FEZ—Berlin.

One thing we can confirm already: all the familiar areas and rooms at the FEZ will be available and part of the event, including the Orbitall space center, which was last integrated in 2019. The @inagrm Institute is confirmed as an exhibitor in this room.

According to the current plan, the outdoor areas—including the toads, audiovisual tent @499reality, with Acidbooth, the @korg_berlin space and radio next to a installation by @seufz234 —will be accessible until 9 PM, with late-night events continuing at the Waldkater next door, as last year, but this time with more preparation time since we know about the toads in advance. Not to forget, @bobeats YouTuber meetup in the wood on Saturday again.

The pro audio area has been further developed, and there will be workshops, presentations and masterclasses, along with DIY activities and, of course, a full concert program across several stages. We’ll share more detailed information on the concerts at the beginning of April. Over the next few weeks, we’ll introduce you to the single topics, exhibitors and various areas. Expect to see many familiar faces among our loyal regular exhibitors, as well as exciting new inventors, especially from the Eurorack community.

Raffle Deadline:

All ticket numbers purchased before 31.3.25 will be entered into the draw. If you want to participate, you still have exactly two weeks from today to decide about whether you‘ll join us in May. More on that with the next post.

We’re looking forward to three great days with all of you.

Is there something you missed last year or anything specific you would wish for?

Workshop – Analog Computing & Eurorack

On March 20. we are once again hosting an exciting workshop! This time with a special guest: qetu.

qetu has been exploring the Eurorack world for three years now with a focus on sound research, generative patches and creative misuse of modules. This led to his research of the possibilities of analog computing with Eurorack modules.

What can you expect?

qetu will bring along an analog computing-centric Eurorack case and a real analog computer (“The Analog Thing”). The talk and live patching will be about:

  • What is an analog computer – and how does it fit in with Eurorack?
  • Which Eurorack modules are suitable for analog computing?
  • Live patching: setting up oscillators, visible & audible on the scope
  • Q&A, hands-on and joint patching

The workshop is free and without registration – just come along, watch, ask questions or patch along! 🚀🎚

Workshops – March 2025 – with two Specials!

Let’s move on to the next round of workshops, this month with two specials at SchneidersLaden!

We are starting as usual with two Modular Beginner Workshops. Here you can take your first steps into the world of modular synthesizers or refresh your existing knowledge. No previous knowledge is required, the workshops are free and we have a full fridge with drinks – so there are no more excuses. Come along!

Modular Beginner Workshop: March 6 & 13 – 7pm – Free of charge

On March 20th we have a guest who built an analog computer out of Eurorack modules just because he knew how! We really wanted to find out more about this – and you can join us! Come along and experience how to compute with a small analog modular system! We’re really up for it!

Modular Computing with Eurorack: March 20 – 7 pm – Free of charge

At the end of the month we have another special – Oxi Instruments are in town and visiting us! Come by on March 27th and we’ll find out what they want to show us. We’re looking forward to meeting the makers of Oxi ONE and the modular mini-polysynth Coral!

Workshop with Oxi Instruments: March 27 – 7 pm – Free of charge

All workshops take place at Karl-Marx-Straße 186 in Berlin-Neukölln!

And don’t forget our video synthesizer workshop series with Cinema_av – every Tuesday from 7pm!