BELGIAN MODULAR DAY III
Saturday 14 June 2025
WISPER, Dok-Noord 4D/001, 9000 Gent
a day for and by modular synthesizer adepts
Welcome to
Belgian Modular Day III
in Ghent on Saturday, June 14 2025.
A well-filled day, starting at 14:00 and the last powercase will be turned off around 22:00. Be there or be a square wave…
PROGRAMME
Talks
We’ll serve up talks from these Belgian makers & creators: Lieven Stockx, Peter Jamée, Peter Leyssens, Reinhard Roelandts and Thomas Betsens.
Live Acts
Starting in the late afternoon there will be concerts by Thomas Betsens, Lieven Stockx, Onsturicheit, NoSF, Reinhard Roelandts, rt60fields and Thamel.
Demos
Join in for demos by Lieven Stockx, Reinhard Roelandts and Thomas Betsens.
Workshops
There will be workshops for you to choose from: build an Error Instruments module with Paul Tas or build a cracklebox with Thomas Betsens.
Modular Market / Meet The Makers
This year our Modular Market has gotten bigger, so drop by to explore classic & new modules and meet the makers. Will be present: Alfa Delta, APE Performance Electronics, Bowl Modular, Drolo, Error Instruments, Joranalogue, Klavis, Modor, Morphor, Portabellabz, Shakmat, Skull & Circuits, SOMA, Three Tom Modular, Turnlab and Voltage Vibes.
Open Call for an Open Stage
Wanna play a 15′ set yourself? Let us know who you are and what you do and maybe you get a chance to perform in the afternoon during BMD.
Apply by sending a mail with your information to this e-mail address.
Throughout the day you’ll also find plenty of fine places to patch and catch up on bleeps and beeps.
Tickets
will soon be available
STANDARD TICKET
presale = 15 euros | door = 20 euros
CRACKLE BOX TICKET
entrance ticket + workshop ticket = 40 euros
+ 20 euros for components (to be paid at the start of the workshop)
MICRO DOSER TICKET
entrance ticket + workshop ticket = 40 euros
+ 75 euros for components (to be paid at the start of the workshop)
CRACKLE BOX + MICRO DOSER TICKET
entrance ticket + workshop ticket = 65 euros
+ 20 euros for Crackle Box components (to be paid at the start of the workshop)
+ 75 euros for Micro Doser components (to be paid at the start of the workshop)
Talks
SCHEDULE
14:00 ‘Introduction to Axoloti/Ksoloti‘ by Reinhard Roelandts
15:00 Peter Leyssens
16:00 Thomas Betsens
17:00 Exploring DIY Video Synthesis with Lieven Stockx
18:00 ‘DIY Eurorack – From Idea to Module‘ by Peter Jamée
14:00 | second floor
‘Introduction to Axoloti/Ksoloti’ by Reinhard Roelandts
Overview of basic functions, examples & showcase of differences.
Explanation of built projects.
15:00 | second floor
Peter Leyssens
16:00 | second floor
Thomas Betsens
17:00 | second floor
Exploring DIY Video Synthesis with Lieven Stockx
Last year (2024), Lieven made a DIY version of a cha/v to display lines on an old computer screen during his performance on Belgian Modular Day II. After that he kept exploring this idea of making a video synthesizer.
This talk offers insights into low-tech approaches to video synthesis, showing how minimal resources can produce interesting results. From using analog waveforms to draw shapes or repurposing VGA signals as an audio or sync source. Or maybe create some feedback with video converters. All in the name of experimentation.
18:00 | second floor
‘DIY Eurorack – From Idea to Module’ by Peter Jamée
Ever wanted to build your own Eurorack synth module but didn’t know where to start? This talk is a step-by-step walkthrough of how to bring a DIY module to life – from that first “What if?” idea to a fully working piece of gear in your rack. We’ll cover the basics of sketching out a concept, designing a circuit and PCB, making your own front panel, picking and finding parts without losing your mind (or budget), and finally putting it all together. Whether you’re into bleeps, bloops, or just love making stuff, this is a practical guide to jumping into the world of DIY modular synth building.
Live Acts
SCHEDULE
18:00 Onsturicheit
18:45 NoSF
19:30 Léonard Steyaert
20:15 RT60Fields
21:00 Thamel
18:00 | ground floor
Onsturicheit
18:45 | ground floor
NoSF
19:30 | ground floor
Léonard Steyaert
19:30 | ground floor
RT60Fields
20:15 | ground floor
Thamel
Demos
SCHEDULE
15:00 Lieven Stockx
16:15 Reinhard Roelandts
17:30 Thomas Betsens
15:00 | ground floor
Live performing with a video synthesizer
Demo performance by Lieven Stockx.
16:15 | ground floor
Self built instruments controlled by a modular synth
Demo performance by Reinhard Roelandts.
17:30 | ground floor
Demo performance
Demo performance by Thomas Betsens.
Workshops
SCHEDULE
14:00-18:00 Build a Micro Doser module (Error Instruments) with Paul Tas
14:00-17:00 Build a Crackle Box with Thomas Betsens
14:00 | second floor
Build a Micro Doser module (Error Instruments) with Paul Tas
Introducing the Micro Doser: A Sound Exploration Device
Are you ready to dive into a world of sound?
The Micro Doser is designed to help you create a diverse spectrum of audio, from intricate micro sounds to glitchy effects and deep sub-bass tones. This device is perfect for various settings, allowing you to discover happy accidents with ease.
Features:
– Knob Control: Turn the knobs to unlock a range of sounds and effects.
– Light Sensitivity: Every oscillator is responsive to light and dark. Manipulate your environment to alter the soundscape.
– Touch Plate: Utilize the touch plate with your conductive buddy to generate unique sounds or control voltage variations.
– Built-in Sequencer: Create complex and engaging melodies.
Available Options:
Choose between the Micro Doser Standalone or Eurorack versions to best suit your setup.
Don’t worry about the complexity; we are here to guide you through the process. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a fully functioning device that reflects your creativity.
Watch our demo video to see the Micro Doser in action!
14:00 | second floor
Build a Crackle Box with Thomas Betsens
Who?
Thomas Betsens, circuit bender and mixed media artist who loves making noises and crackles in the duo Engerling ensemble.
Feel free to check out his web site for more info: thomasbetsens.com.
What?
A workshop where we explore the sonic possibilities of the CD4046 ic. We a build a cracklebox kit based on mroztronium.blogspot.com/p/pipsqueak.html | modwiggler.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=167041.
After building you have the opportunity to delve into the possibilities of this instrument.
The existing schematic was modified here and there to give the crackle box some extra features. Are you interested? Signing up in advance is a must! On the day itself you can also join but then there is the chance that there are no more kits in stock.
What do I need?
On the day itself you can build your kit there are soldering irons on site and everything is provided to build your kit . There is also a manual to guide you step by step through the building process. But of course you can also bring your own soldering iron.
When?
At 14:00 we start building the cracklebox together, joining later is no problem.
The end of the session foreseen at 17h.
Modular Market / Meet The Makers
OVERVIEW
AlfaDelta
APE Performance Electronics
Bowl Modular
Drolo
Error Instruments
Joranalogue Audio Design
Klavis
Modor
Morphor
Portabellabz
Shakmat Modular
Skull & Circuits
SOMA Laboratory
Three Tom Modular
Voltage Vibes
Open Stage
Wanna play a 15′ set yourself? Let us know who you are and what you do and maybe you get a chance to perform in the afternoon during BMD.
We have 4 slots of 15′ available.
Apply by sending a mail with your information to this e-mail address.
Once the artists are selected their names will be added to this schedule.
SCHEDULE
14:00 artist 1 (tbc)
14:30 artist 2 (tbc)
15:45 artist 3 (tbc)
17:00 artist 4 (tbc)
About / Contact
Belgian Modular Day is an initiative and organisation of a small group of modular enthousiasts:
Jan De Block (modular404 | Silent Noise Revolution)
Peter Jamée (Voxular)
Peter Leyssens (APE Performance Electronics)
Mail us!
With special thanks to Jonathan Absil for the most beautiful artwork.
