Yamaha TX81Z and Eventide Space - demo

Published on Feb 14, 2017 MIDERA

"Okay, not much here - but testing out my TX81Z with the free version of Patch Base on iPad. I created this patch using the only options available to me on the demo version of the software (which means only the first two operators).

MIDI controller is the Radikal Technologies Accelerator. Eventide Space was also used for reverb."

RyuX Modular Session (Outer Space Sounds)

Published on Feb 14, 2017 RyuX

"Some fun with my Modules:
SSM2044 Filter / VCA
ADSRx ADSR Module
VCOx Dual FM Oscillator
XR-VCO - XR-2206 Skewable VCO
BusCube Bus Distributor Board
Arturia Beatstep"

Evaton Technologies T-Shirt & Stickers!

Some synth bling sent my way via Evaton Technologies.

How cool is that! :)

Thank you Evaton!

In-Store Demo with Moog Music at Perfect Circuit Audio Wed, Feb 22

via Perfect Circuit Audio

"Join us with @moogmusicinc for a In-store Demo, Q+A & Live Performance. Wed, Feb 22, 2016. 7pm - 9pm."

Synthrotek RND Eurorack Module - Full Demo CV Random & CV Clock

Published on Feb 14, 2017 synthrotek

"http://store.synthrotek.com/RND_c_159...

Introducing the Synthrotek RND! It's like a math.random() function for modular gear!

This handy module is a feature rich random voltage generator that is shallow and super powerful. It outputs random voltages (similar to a sample and hold) in time with either its internal clock, or with an external clock you can patch in. An external clock will bypass the internal clock, and the CV jack over the clock, so your random voltages will always be in sync with whatever you patch in. With CV control over both the clock speed and the range of your output voltage, you could create anything from a wildly fluctuating blur of notes all the way to a slow, lilting tune. The RND can also be used as a clock source with it's clock out jack.

*Note: due to the voltage drop of the LED in the slide pots, the Range LED wont light up unless the output voltage is above 2v.

Features:

Clock Speeds:
Slow: 0.5Hz to 10Hz
Medium: 2Hz to 40Hz
Fast: 16Hz to 320Hz
Linear CV Control over clock speed and range.
Over and Under voltage protection.
CV inputs take 0 to +5v.
Output voltages range from 0v to +5v.
4HP
Depth: 40.3mm (1.58in).
Current Draw:
16mA @ +12v
0mA @ -12v
0mA @ +5v"

New 2017 Optigan Disc - DARKSOPHONE - Feat. Pall Jenkins

Published on Feb 14, 2017 optigandotcom

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"We have a new Optigan disc! From indie rock veteran Pall Jenkins (The Black Heart Procession, Three Mile Pilot) come the haunting sounds of DARKSOPHONE, featuring musical saw, Marxophone, skeletal guitar and heavy drums. Since the saw and Marxophone both have limited ranges, we’ve split the keyboard, placing the saw on the lower half and the Marxophone on the upper half. For those unfamiliar with the Marxophone, it’s a zither-like instrument that is played with a series of keys, which bounce metal hammers onto the strings for a repeated dulcimer effect. The musical saw is played with a bow, and each note has an organic vibrato and other articulations. The sparse guitar chords lend themselves to combining chord buttons for extended harmonies. The drums feature patterns in both 6/8 and 4/4. Trying slowing the disc all the way down and/or playing it backwards with the reverb cranked up for some spooky late-night shoe-gazing!"

The Korg Monologue- Part 9- Sequencing

Published on Feb 14, 2017 AutomaticGainsay

"Here is a demonstration of the functionality of the Korg Monologue sequencer, slide, and motion functions."

All parts here.

Moffenzeef GMO Artist Samples and Alt Firmware

Published on Feb 14, 2017 Voltage Control Lab

"Exploring the Moffenzeef Modular GMO Eurorack sampler and the alternative firmware and samples available through their Github page, including artist kits from Baseck, Detroit Underground and more!

http://www.voltagecontrollab.com/2017...

Voltage Control Lab is the first school dedicated to Modular Synthesis, offering online courses and private instruction in Hardware and Software Synthesis and Sound Design. We are currently enrolling Modular 101: Intro to Eurorack for newer modular adventurers, as well as more advanced courses like Sound Design 101 and The Many Faces of Maths for more experienced sound spelunkers. Join us!"

VSL Modular Jam 20170212

Published on Feb 14, 2017 Vintage SynthLab

"Eurorack modular jam running two VCF-74 filters (based on the 1970s mini-korg filter circuit). One is being modulated from LFOs synced to a clock divider (driven by the Beatstep Pro clock output) and the other VCF-74 has white noise through it, with its LP cutoff modulated by each snare trigger via a S&H (random step generator)."

Tokarev Protosynth V1 euroCV testing 1V/oct CV control

Published on Feb 14, 2017 Konstantin T

"Testing 1V/oct CV pitch control on my Tokarev Protosynth V1 euroCV."

Tokarev goes eurorack!

Plant Music #8 – (MIDI Sprout + Piano + Organ)

Published on Feb 14, 2017 Smokey Quartz

"In this plant music experiment we get romantic with some cheeseweed (mallow) among the tall green grass. The MIDI Sprout helps the cheeseweed to serenade Ashley as she attempts to dominate it with a red rose. Can you feel the plant love?"

RetroSound Celebrates 10 Years of Synthesizer Demo Videos

10 years RetroSound vintage synthesizer demo videos on YouTube - thank you!

Published on Feb 14, 2017 RetroSound

As you all know, RetroSound's videos have become a staple here on MATRIXSYNTH. I consider them amongst the best in showcasing individual synths. Every time I see a new video come in I know it is going to be good. Below you'll find the three videos referenced in the video above, including the first. It's always fun to look back and see how far we've come over the years. Congrats RetroSound! :)

"(c)2017 vintage synthesizer demos by RetroSound

Thank you for all the likes, comments and for your time! :)

Especially a big thank you to Jones from matrixsynth.com
http://www.matrixsynth.com/

and UVI
http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi
for the support.

The RetroSound vintage synthesizer channel on youtube have been around for over ten years now. Unbelievable for me. At the beginning I had no idea that once something big would come of it.

Now we have 15.000.000 views and 36.000 subscribers and a few hater. :D But all are welcome. No religion! No borders! We are one world. Enjoy the music, make your own music, try it and have fun. This is the message.

Many thanks to my loyal fans over all the years. I will never call for donate or something but if you like my work then I'm happy if you support me and buy a music album. Enjoy the videos! Thank you. :)

Roland Juno-60 Analog Synthesizer (first RetroSound synthesizer demo video ever)

Uploaded on Jan 24, 2007 RetroSound

"(c)2007 vintage synthesizer demo by RetroSound
The Juno-60 with some self made retro-sounds in action.

Sorry for the bad sound and video quality. This is my first synth demo vid on YouTube. :)"

Roland TR-808 - Famous Drum Beats

Published on Feb 21, 2014 RetroSound

E-MU Emulator II + Moog Source Analog Synthesizer "Heart Of Noise" by RetroSound

Published on Oct 26, 2016 RetroSound

Clickbate by ngarjuna

Published on Jan 16, 2017 ngarjuna

"ngarjuna returns with new songs, new sounds and fresh inspiration. 'Clickbate' continues to push the envelope in combining traditional-ish east coast lines with his fresh, musical take on west coast synthesis. Infused with topical, wry political sarcasm the narrative displays a sincere love for the twisted and the absurd.​ Available Valentine's Day, 2017 iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube [above], Bandcamp and wherever else new music is sold."

Slight NSFW warning: the album art features elephants in looooove. ;)

HOHNER HS-2/E Phase Distortion (iPD) Synthesizer SN 10092

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"Not often found for sale this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking for that crystaline clean sound found in contemporary dance music like EDM, Ambient and Techno amongst many other genres. Hohner issue the Casio VZ-10M many described as Casios greatest and most powerful synthesizer ever made...

Specs:
Polyphony: 16 voices
Oscillators: iPD (Interactive Phase Distortion) synthesis tone generator with 8 waveforms (DCO,DCW,DCA similar to the CZ series)
Memory: 64 preset, 64 user patches, 64 patch external cartridge
Control: MIDI
Date: 1988"

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Professionally Restored Roland Jupiter 6 Keyboard Synthesizer

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"Fresh off the bench, this Jupiter has just been given a full clean bill of health.

arrived in bad shape, badly corroded control panel and dead voices.

An extensive amount of work has been carried out:
Replaced control panel and bender/modulation board panel,
Full recap, and extensive PSU rebuild.
Re-Calibrated
Fresh Battery and factory presets loaded.
All panel controls cleaned and lubricated
Keybed stripped and cleaned

This is a serious power house of a synth, I'm sure I don't need to describe it to you since you have no business buying one if you do not know what you are looking at."

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TECLA TÓNICA | documentário

Published on Jan 24, 2017 Eduardo Morais

Video description follows. You'll find a Googlish translation below.

"TECLA TÓNICA - documentário sobre a alquimia da electrónica na música em Portugal //
KEY TONIC - documentary about the alchemy of electronics in portuguese music

A música electrónica tem o dobro da idade do Rock’n’Roll, e em Portugal, antes da sua emancipação comercial, vários foram os intervenientes que pintavam a contemporaneidade tentando estender o seu léxico musical com a modernização existente.

“Tecla Tónica” explora a alquimia da electrónica na música em Portugal e dos seus reprodutores, desenhando a própria génese de uma maquina como o sintetizador. Documentando a cronologia da evolução tecnológica do género, presente desde as primeiras peças de electroacústica da década de 60 até ao panorama actual, este documentário viaja pela pop electrónica da década de 80, pela emersão do sampling, culminando na liberdade da pista de dança.
Realizado e produzido por Eduardo Morais (“Meio Metro de Pedra”/ “Música em Pó” / “Uivo”), este documentário surge de uma sinergia entre o próprio e a Jameson Irish Whiskey, levada a cabo durante o ano de 2015, sobre este género tão fresco como quando por cá surgiu."

Googlish:

"TONICA KEY - documentary on the alchemy of electronics in music in Portugal //
KEY TONIC - documentary about the alchemy of electronics in portuguese music

Electronic music is twice the age of Rock'n'Roll, and in Portugal, before its commercial emancipation, several were the actors who painted contemporaneity trying to extend its musical lexicon with the existing modernization.

"Tecla Tónica" explores the alchemy of electronic music in Portugal and its reproducers, drawing the very genesis of a machine like the synthesizer. Documenting the chronology of the technological evolution of the genre, present from the first pieces of electroacoustics of the 60's to the current panorama, this documentary travels through the electronic pop of the 80's, through the emersion of sampling, culminating in the freedom of the dance floor.
Directed and produced by Eduardo Morais, this documentary comes from a synergy between himself and the Jameson Irish Whiskey, carried out during the This genre as fresh as when it came up here."

Peter B. demonstrates Plum Butter | Ciat-Lonbarde

Published on Feb 14, 2017 Synth Builders

"Peter Blasser demonstrates the first Plum Butter made."

Also see:
Dead Boards | Peter B. / Ciat Lonbarde
Gonzo Circuits: The Synths of Peter B / Ciat-Lonbarde
The Shnth Comes to England - with Peter Blasser

HARMO2 (live electronic session) sweets randoms pads with MI Clouds, Variable Q VCF, Shapeshifter

Published on Feb 14, 2017 :karamba:

"Free download on soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/karamba-electr...

Modular patch:
- Intellijel Shapeshifter
-VCFQ Random source SERGE
- Wiard Wooglebug
- MI Clouds
- MI Streams
- Eowave Zone B"

Rheyne - Sequenced Jam #20

Published on Feb 13, 2017 Rheyne

"Recorded using Moog and Make Noise synths and modules. No MIDI or DAW was used, all sounds are from the synths, and audio is straight from the mixer. Reverb is from a Strymon BigSky."

Moog Mother 32 & Moog MF Delay

Published on Feb 14, 2017 3rdStoreyChemist

"Sequence on the Mother 32 synthesiser through the MF Delay.

No further processing except normalisation."

Amdek RMK-100 Vintage Analog Rhythm Synth

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You can find a video of one previously posted here.

"Up for sale is AMDEK RMK-100 Rhythm Machine, a rare programmable drum synthesizer produced by Amdek / Roland Corporation in 1981 - 83."

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LIDER 1 - RARE SOVIET ANALOG GUITAR MICRO SYNTHESIZER FX PROCESSOR

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"For sale is extremely rare soviet vintage analog guitar synthesizer "LIDER-1". It is a original guitar effects processor produced in 1980`s by Katchkanar radio equipment factory "Formanta", famous for its well-known synthesizers Polivoks, Manual, Maestro etc. Was designed to be applied by musicians who use external effects in the live performance or studio work. Can be easely used not only with guitars but with synths, organs, bass e.t.c..."

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Moog Rogue Analog Synthesizer SN 9449

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MINT Hypersynth Xenophone with Custom-made Case and tilted wooden sides

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"Absolutely mint, and barely used with the plastic film still covering the display. It comes with the replacement tilted wooden sides, and they've never been installed. Also comes with a beautiful case with custom cut foam that ergonomically tilts the unit. A space has been cut out to allow all cables to remain plugged in while the unit sits in its case as well. This foam was machine cut, and designed to fit perfectly (this isn't pluck and pull foam). This unit is basically new, and comes with the original box with all original contents as well."

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YAMAHA CS20M programmable monophonic synthesizer

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Ensoniq SQ-80 Cross Wave Synthesizer Sequencer Plus Extras

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Ensoniq SQ-80 Synthesizer Sequencer keyboard
Original Manual
Floppy Disks
Volume 2 sound cartridge
Sustain pedal
Power Chord

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Akai AX60 6 Voice Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer SN 10729-00241

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"Just fully stripped, serviced & Cleaned.
Some logic ICs and tactile switches replaced.
Power supply recapped
Slide potentiometers cleaned and greased.
Keybed fully stripped and cleaned.
New Internal memory backup battery.
Factory Patches restored

Fluff:
Fantastic sounding synth, and VERY easy to navigate and use.
Many people say it's quite similar to a Juno but with a harder edge to it.
I don't tend to find the need to compare a synth with another and just say it sounds how it sounds.. Great!
Has many great features, including 2 independent EGs, split vice mode and external sampler input so you can run external audio through its filters etc. (I think it was the Akai S950 that connected to it, can't remember, look it up!)
Being one of the last great analogue polysynths of the 80s this has a good midi implementation and a very 'of the time' bank of factory presets which I have restored."

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BugBrand Molnet

Published on Feb 14, 2017 BugBrand

"A one-off project built at the end of 2016 - commissioned by Mats Gustafsson / FIRE! for the Barbro Lindgren play 'Molnens bröder'.

Taking ideas from my SynthVoice, tweaking them to run on low voltage with battery power and a powerful little amp/speaker.

+ taking some ideas from my old Weevils.

Two VCOscillators, One VCFilter.

See www.bugbrand.co.uk for full project details."

Hornet Modular -Stereo RIngMod &

Published on Feb 14, 2017 kapillarkraft

"Please excuse my arm being in the way most of the time."

Hornet Modular -Hard Sync Etudes- #5

Published on Feb 14, 2017

"The third sweeping the first, which is syncing the second. Clear? :-)
Have fun."

All parts here.

Cwejman S1 mk2 - Melancholic distorted chord drone

Published on Feb 14, 2017 kapillarkraft

"S1 only with a little help from a vintage Ibanez AD9 for pseudo stereo experience."