community

The people, groups, and gatherings behind the modular scene, from local meetups to expos.

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Knobcon: awkward, awesome, and worth the trip

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

Yellow German high voltage warning sign on a weathered wall

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Superbooth: where synth people feel normal

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

Performer at a modular synth setup under purple and blue stage lighting

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How to book shows when venues ignore you

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

Red prohibition sign over a blurred wall of Eurorack modules

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Modular music 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.

New York Modular Society 5 year anniversary and expo poster for September 28, 2024 at Culture Lab in Long Island City

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New York Modular Society: five years strong

Join us for the New York Modular Society’s 5-Year Anniversary on September 28, 2024, at Culture Lab in Long Island City. Don’t miss out on great music and good vibes!