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Dysonant

Jason, aka Dysonant, is an electronic artist, main writer for Knobulism, and founder of New York Modular Society. His music explores experimental modular sound with texture, rhythm, and atmosphere.

Knobcon: Awkward, Awesome, Unmistakable

September 11, 2025

Knobcon: Awkward, Awesome, Unmistakable

Knobcon is weird in all the right ways. Gear everywhere, music nonstop, community at the center, and full of quirks.

Stop ignoring band pass filters

August 30, 2025

Stop ignoring band pass filters

Band pass filters cut clutter, add motion, and unlock formant tones. Stop ignoring them, they’re tools for clarity, not throwaway extras.

The Eurorack Hardware You Didn’t Know You Needed

August 12, 2025

The Eurorack Hardware You Didn’t Know You Needed

From screws to ribbon cables, here’s the hidden Eurorack hardware you’ll wish you had before you needed it.

Superbooth: Where Synth People Finally Feel Normal

May 10, 2025

Superbooth: Where Synth People Finally Feel Normal

Superbooth is the one place where synth nerds feel totally at home—talking gear, patches, and FM without boring anyone.

Too Much Pudding, Not Enough Punch? Fix That Mix

April 17, 2025

Too Much Pudding, Not Enough Punch? Fix That Mix

Stop your modular mix from turning into pudding. Simple filter tweaks, smarter dynamics, and controlled reverb bring clarity and punch back.

Everyone Books Shows. Except You.

April 8, 2025

Everyone Books Shows. Except You.

Sick of getting ghosted by venues? Here’s how I actually book shows, with real tips, real plans, and zero groveling.

Synthetic Wilderness: Recreating Nature sounds

January 29, 2025

Synthetic Wilderness: Recreating Nature sounds

Learn how to recreate natural textures like wind, rain, and birdsong on your modular synth.

Waveforms 101: An Intro to Squiggly Lines

December 6, 2024

Waveforms 101: An Intro to Squiggly Lines

Explore the structures of triangle, square, and sawtooth waveforms. Learn how frequency and amplitude can impact timbre.

Modular Music: It Doesn’t Exist, and That’s Okay

November 29, 2024

Modular Music: It Doesn’t Exist, and That’s Okay

Think modular music is just bleeps and bloops? Think again. Learn why modular synths are misunderstood and how they transcend genre.

4 Weeks of Prep, and my Live Show Still Fell Apart

November 8, 2024

4 Weeks of Prep, and my Live Show Still Fell Apart

Live show prep requires dedication, but surprises are inevitable. Here’s what I’ve learned along the way.

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