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Berlin 17 - 20 July 2025

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we celebrate 10th Anniversary

Ten years ago, we launched this intergalactic platform for creative beings mastering innovative instruments like DJ and MIDI controllers. Today, Sample Music Festival has evolved into a global phenomenon with pop-up events worldwide. Let’s celebrate this incredible journey with expanded content and new opportunities to create music together!

this year`s Landing point

Over four days, the SMF spaceship lands at various locations, with its main program anchored at the House of Music—Berlin's premier creative hub in the vibrant RAW area.

Immerse yourself in Berlin's vibrant day and nightlife at some of the city's most iconic urban music hotspots in districts like Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain.

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House of Music

The House of Music is Berlin's creative hub for musicians, companies, and organizations from the music industry. It is located at the RAW area in Friedrichshain/Kreuzberg, at Revaler Strasse 99, 10245 in Berlin.

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HHV Store

Hip Hop Vinyl Store, Berlin's renowned shop for vinyl, shoes, and streetwear, is located in Friedrichshain at Grünberger Strasse 54, 10245 near the RAW area. They frequently host in-store concerts and events featuring artists from all around the world.

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Cafe Wendel

Cafe Wendel is a well-known spot in Berlin where monthly beat-making and DJ sessions take place. Located in the heart of Kreuzberg, it serves as a central meeting point for the entire community.

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breaking new ground

Our main event is hosted at The House of Music, home to the Noisy Rooms, Berlin's premier rehearsal spaces for musicians, producers, and DJs. During the festival, several rooms will be transformed into fully equipped creative hubs, thanks to support from our industry partners.
Here, participants can train, experiment, and collaborate with artists from diverse musical backgrounds they might not otherwise meet.

Showcases Competition Jam Sessions Workshops Networking Symposium Exhibition Showcases Competition Jam Sessions Workshops Symposium

Join us for four exciting days featuring an out-of-this-world lineup of competitions, jam sessions, and music exhibitions. Discover the event highlights below!

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SOMA Showcase

In collaboration with SOMA Synth, we're introducing a new live competition format tailored for finger drummers and modular artists. Show off your skills in a 2-minute performance using a SOMA synth and win gear. On Saturday, you can join the training session while the setup is still under construction. This format is a creative fusion of finger drumming and analog modular culture.

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FD World Championship

On July 19, Berlin will welcome the world’s top finger drummers for an electrifying competition. Festival attendees can expect jaw-dropping performances and incredible music. On top of that we will run an additional format in cooperation with Yamaha.

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Beat unit

Beat Unit is a community for music production and networking—genre-independent, with regular events and in-studio workshops. With over 190 members, it's the largest network for music producers and beatmakers in Europe. During the SMF event, we’re hosting a session inviting beat makers to come together and create.

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Jam boxes

Join or book one of the several jam boxes at Sample Music Festival for a rehearsal or jam session with new or old friends. Whether you're a turntablist, guitarist, finger drummer, music producer, or singer, you can use your own equipment or gear provided by our partners. All sessions are geared toward being showcased during the festival or shared on social media.

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outdoor stage

Every weekend, the RAW area draws thousands of visitors, many of whom pass by the House of Music without stopping. With our Outdoor Stage and captivating finger drumming and turntablism showcases, we aim to change that. A specially designed short-visit ticket invites attendees to explore the venue and immerse themselves in the experience. Feel free to reach out if you want to perform.

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Clash of the Titans

As part of SMF, we’re hosting the legendary **Clash of the Titans**—an international scratch battle established in 2020. Each participant has one minute to showcase their skills on the ones and twos. Don’t miss this epic showdown in Berlin!

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Scientific Symposium

This year, our annual symposium focuses on the world premiere of an innovative composition that merges turntablism and finger drumming. The event will feature an in-depth presentation of the notation models used and a detailed exploration of the composition's development process.






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HHV Store Berlin & K-PAX Thursday 17 July, 2025

House of Music Friday 18 July, 2025

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Noisy Room #8

House of Music Saturday 19 July, 2025

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House of Music Sunday 20 July, 2025

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