Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
💎 Dive into a world of sonic sorcery with a powerful duo of portable synths! In this video, we're pairing the SOMA Labs Rumble of Ancient Times (RoAT) with the Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 FX Wizard for a journey into glitchy, rhythmic, and unpredictable sound design.
The SOMA Rumble of Ancient Times (RoAT) is a compact 8-bit noise synthesizer and sequencer that channels the spirit of early computer game audio. With its four oscillators, complex mixing algorithms, and "Chaos" button for instant randomization, it's a machine built for generating unique soundscapes, dense noise, and wild rhythmic patterns.
We're feeding the RoAT's raw, glitchy signal into the Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 FX Wizard, a patchable stereo multi-effects unit that's all about creative manipulation. The FX Wizard offers nine unique effects—from delays and flangers to crushers and pitch shifters—which can be modulated by its built-in LFO, pattern generator, and envelope follower. It's not about presets; it's about crafting your own dynamic, evolving sound.
Watch as we explore the happy accidents and unexpected sonic transformations that happen when these two instruments collide. Get ready for some chaotic chiptune, modular mayhem, and a whole lot of weird, wonderful noise!
Gear Used:
SOMA Labs Rumble of Ancient Times (RoAT)
Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 FX Wizard
Links:
SOMA Labs: [somasynths.com/roat/]
Bastl Instruments: [bastl-instruments.com/instruments/kastle2-fx-wizard]
🗒️ Patch Notes:
FREEZER EFFECT
+ - PATTERN (G)
- - PATTERN (C)
SQUARE LFO - PATTERN (R)
CV - TIME MOD FREE
CV - FEEDBACK MOD
CV - TRIG
✌️ Hi,
my name is Sid Rockett and I create experimental synthesizers and noise makers.
On this channel I explore the sonic possibilities of small pocket synths and diy eurorack setups.
So join me on my journey through ambient soundscapes and immerse yourself in deep reverbs and outer-space delays.
🎛️ You can buy my synths here:
tindie.com/stores/sid_rockett
reverb.com/shop/honzas-shop
If you enjoyed this video, please like, comment, and subscribe for more experimental electronic music and gear demos!
#SomaLabs #BastlInstruments #RumbleOfAncientTimes #Kastle2FXWizard #ModularSynth #GlitchMusic #NoiseMusic #ExperimentalMusic #SynthDemo #Chiptune #DIYSynth
💎 Dive into a world of sonic sorcery with a powerful duo of portable synths! In this video, we're pairing the SOMA Labs Rumble of Ancient Times (RoAT) with the Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 FX Wizard for a journey into glitchy, rhythmic, and unpredictable sound design.
The SOMA Rumble of Ancient Times (RoAT) is a compact 8-bit noise synthesizer and sequencer that channels the spirit of early computer game audio. With its four oscillators, complex mixing algorithms, and "Chaos" button for instant randomization, it's a machine built for generating unique soundscapes, dense noise, and wild rhythmic patterns.
We're feeding the RoAT's raw, glitchy signal into the Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 FX Wizard, a patchable stereo multi-effects unit that's all about creative manipulation. The FX Wizard offers nine unique effects—from delays and flangers to crushers and pitch shifters—which can be modulated by its built-in LFO, pattern generator, and envelope follower. It's not about presets; it's about crafting your own dynamic, evolving sound.
Watch as we explore the happy accidents and unexpected sonic transformations that happen when these two instruments collide. Get ready for some chaotic chiptune, modular mayhem, and a whole lot of weird, wonderful noise!
Gear Used:
SOMA Labs Rumble of Ancient Times (RoAT)
Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 FX Wizard
Links:
SOMA Labs: [somasynths.com/roat/]
Bastl Instruments: [bastl-instruments.com/instruments/kastle2-fx-wizard]
🗒️ Patch Notes:
FREEZER EFFECT
+ - PATTERN (G)
- - PATTERN (C)
SQUARE LFO - PATTERN (R)
CV - TIME MOD FREE
CV - FEEDBACK MOD
CV - TRIG
✌️ Hi,
my name is Sid Rockett and I create experimental synthesizers and noise makers.
On this channel I explore the sonic possibilities of small pocket synths and diy eurorack setups.
So join me on my journey through ambient soundscapes and immerse yourself in deep reverbs and outer-space delays.
🎛️ You can buy my synths here:
tindie.com/stores/sid_rockett
reverb.com/shop/honzas-shop
If you enjoyed this video, please like, comment, and subscribe for more experimental electronic music and gear demos!
#SomaLabs #BastlInstruments #RumbleOfAncientTimes #Kastle2FXWizard #ModularSynth #GlitchMusic #NoiseMusic #ExperimentalMusic #SynthDemo #Chiptune #DIYSynth
