Open Sessions Induction

About GLOSS

GLOSS (Glasgow Library of Synthesized Sound) is the UK’s first non-profit synth library. Our collection has been built through donations and loans from organisations, musicians, and individuals who share our ethos: making electronic instruments that would otherwise be out of reach accessible to the wider community.

The Space

Workstations: There are 7 workstations. Each has a different type of mixer - some are suitable for multitrack recording, stereo recording and some for tape. Let us know at the start of a session if you have specific requirements, and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Headphones: Everyone works on headphones. Headphones and splitters are available if required.
Instruments: Participants may swap out instruments during the session. Always speak to a librarian before taking instruments from the shelves, and make sure you are using the correct power supply before plugging anything in. Librarians can help with setup if needed - don't be shy to ask - that's what we're here for!

Health & Safety

Drinks must be kept away from workstations. Please use the seating area for drinks.
Keep leads and cables tidy to avoid trip hazards.
Report any damage or technical issues to a librarian immediately.

Working Together

Collaboration and conversation are encouraged! Please be mindful of the volume of conversation, as everyone is working with sound and headphones can make people speak louder than intended.
Librarians will help get you set up and answer questions, but Open Sessions are not one-to-one tutorials. Librarians are responsible for supporting the whole room.

Further Learning

If you are new to this and want a more structured introduction, GLOSS runs workshops on:

Synthesis
Modular systems
Sampling and sequencing
Effects and processing
Live setup

and more

Details of upcoming workshops will be announced soon.

Open Sessions are a chance to explore, experiment, and share. Be respectful of the equipment, the space, and each other. Most importantly, ENJOY! :)