MotorSynth MK2 | By Gamechanger Audio

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"When the first Motor Synth was introduced back in 2019, the synth community unanimously agreed to disagree. For some the MOTOR Synth appeared to be a completely ridiculous, overengineered and limited instrument - at one point the phrase “pure embodiment of evil hipster trash” was used, while others called it one of the most innovative and exciting instrument designs the industry had seen in years. The truth lies somewhere in the middle and I feel it's MUCH better and cooler than people think it is.

However, spending 3K on it doesn't make it yours. It's packed with so many features you'll need to find your own gemstones buried in the trash. After spending four days with this unit (on loan, not mine) I realized theirs true magic when it's limitations are starting to work against it. It excels when it fails. Please note, this unit makes a LOT of noise even when it's not connected to any amp or audio interface. Still, the mechanical noise is an essential part of the final experience and you should always record it, even when you decide not to use it later. Most of my recordings in this video has the camera audio, attenuated at -10 dB. It's really loud, but it's not a motor synth without it.

The synth is simply too expensive to make this a review, and I don't do reviews anyway. I try to focus on production value. If you're a pro composer for films and games, this thing is a highly recommended no brainer. The same applies for evil hipsters. If not, try to borrow one from an evil hipster and sample the hell out of it.

Big thanks to Gamechanger Audio for letting me borrow it. This video is sponsored by me, no money changed hands and I can't keep it.

00:00 Introduction
03:04 Day 1 - First patch with the Linnstrument (MIDI)
06:47 Day 2 - Using the V1 and V2 Sends for stereo.
08:23 Randomizing presets
10:01 Day 3 - Adding external modular FX
13:22 Motion REC
14:39 Dark Ambient with slowed down audio (50%)
16:24 Vocoder
17:50 Day 4 - Driven my Marbles CV and Triggers"

Busy Bezaleel

video upload by davidryle

"5U modular synthesizer song. Using the LinnStrument 128 and synthesizers.com Q174 MIDI Interface to play into the modular. The main voice was a pair of Synthetic Sound Labs TZ-VC Oscillators and a Yusynth ARP 4072 Filter. Bass line was the Q960 step sequencer to DOve D100 and D110 VCO's on to the Drove G294A filter. A kick drum is from the SSL Woven Spirits.The FX fluttering sound is the Dove D900 sequencer to a pair of STG Oscillators. The noise chuff sounds are the WCRS module into a MOTM 440 filter and delay.

The mid-section is the LinnStrument in arpeggiator mode for the bass line (a pair of Q106's through the Q107 filter) and for the upper arpeggiation (the TZ-VC osc pair through an Oakley SVF. The offbeat sequence is the Dove D900 through the STG oscillators and the Dove D502 filter. The pad sound is generated by the STG Voltage Mini Store to a pair of Q206 vco's and the Q150 filter to a Canyon Delay pedal."

Meet the New GS Music Bree6 with Ernesto Romeo

video upload by GS Music

"Our website https://www.gsmusic.com/
Join us in this video as the legendary Ernesto Romeo takes the Bree6 Synthesizer for a spin for the very first time. Known for his profound expertise in electronic music and synthesis, Ernesto explores the depths of GS Music's latest creation, the Bree6, a marvel of analog synthesis technology designed for both studio and live performance.
Follow Ernesto Romeo ig: https://www.instagram.com/ernestorome..."

Press release follows:

After extensive research and dedicated efforts from our team, GS Music is proud to unveil the Bree6, our latest breakthrough in synthesizer technology. The Bree6 is a straightforward synthesizer offering six voices of polyphony, each equipped with a single voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) and a sub oscillator. It has been meticulously developed to meet the needs of both studio and performance environments. The Bree6 features a fully analog signal path that includes a 4-pole low-pass voltage-controlled ladder filter (VCF), and a voltage-controlled amplifier (VCA). The control signals are digitally generated, incorporating one low-frequency oscillator (LFO) and two ADSR- type envelope generators. Additionally, the Bree6 integrates an effects processor with chorus and delay.

Designed for straightforward operation, the Bree6 provides intuitive access to its full capabilities without complex menus, making it accessible to both seasoned professionals and those new to synthesis.

No Menu Diving

The Bree6 interface is engineered for straightforward and intuitive use, ensuring easy access to its robust features, including MIDI connections, USB, balanced stereo audio outputs, headphone output.

Signal Path

The signal path in the Bree6 is entirely analog, comprising a single VCO per voice, a sub oscillator, a mixer, a 4-pole low-pass ladder VCF, and a VCA. The control voltages are digitally generated, featuring one LFO and two ADSR-type envelope generators. It also features a stereo digital effects processor with delay and chorus.

Oscillators
The Bree6 features a single VCO plus a sub oscillator per voice. The oscillator includes sawtooth and pulse waveforms, with pulse width modulation control that can be
modulated by the LFO. The oscillator tuning can be adjusted, and modulation can be applied from the LFO. The sub oscillator generates a square wave one octave below the main oscillator.

Filter
The Bree6’s filter is a 4-pole ladder-type low-pass filter with resonance control. It can be modulated by EG1, with velocity affecting the modulation depth, and can also be modulated by the LFO. It can also be controlled by the modulation wheel and aftertouch.

Chorus and Delay
The synthesizer offers a stereo ensemble type chorus effect. It simulates a string or vocal ensemble using multiple delay lines modulated by their dedicated LFOs.
The stereo delay can reach a maximum delay time of up to 1 second.

LFO
The Bree6 contains one LFO with selectable waveforms (triangle, ramp up, ramp down, square, and random with sample and hold). The LFO’s frequency can be set from 0.1Hz
to 100Hz, and modulation can be applied to the VCO, VCF, and VCA.

Envelope Generators
There are two ADSR-type envelope generators in the Bree6, designed for precise control over the dynamics of both the filter and the amplifier.

MIDI Polyphonic Expression
The synthesizer supports MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE), facilitating detailed performance dynamics when used with compatible MPE controllers. We’ve carefully
tested the Bree6 with Osmose, Linnstrument, and Geoshred.

Specs
Polyphony: 6 voices.
Oscillator (VCO): Single Analog oscillator per voice.
Filter (VCF): 24dB/Oct Low-pass ladder filter with resonance control.
Envelope Generators: 2 ADSR type.
LFO: Triangular, Ramp up, Ramp down, Square, Sample and hold.
Effects: Delay, Chorus (DSP:32 bits,48kHz, DAC/ADC:24 bits).
Presets: 512
Connections: MIDI In, MIDI Out, Thru, L/Mono Audio Output (Balanced, 1/4" TRS), R
Audio Output (Balanced, 1/4" TRS), Headphone Output (Stereo, 1/4" TRS), USB.
Power Supply: Input: 100 –240V 50/60 Hz 1.2 A. Output: DC 12V 3A.
Power Consumption:3W.
Dimensions: 360 mm x 126 mm x 67 mm. 14.17” x 4.96” x 2.64”.
Weight: 1.5 kg. 3.31 lbs.
Dimensions with packaging: 460 mm x 200 mm x 140 mm. 18.11” x 7.87” x 5.51”.
Weight with packaging: 2.1.kg. 4.63 lbs.

Availability

We take immense pride in the global reach and success of the e7, which has found its way into the hands of artists around the world. Now, with great affection and gratitude towards those who have trusted us, we are thrilled to bring you the Bree6. You can purchase the Bree6 directly from gsmusic.com for $999 USD with free worldwide shipping. The suggested retail price for U.S. dealers is $999 USD. Discover the Bree6 by visiting gsmusic.com and authorized dealers — available now for musicians who demand the best in quality and innovation.

Linnstrument tryout

video upload by Trigg

"Playing around with this nice MPE Controller with Surge XT VST."
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Check out Roger Linn's tips on the Linstrument here.

Tips for developing expressive gestures on LinnStrument

video upload by Roger Linn

"Roger Linn explains tips for developing expressive touch gestures on LinnStrument.

Here's another good video, focusing on how to play expressive gestures of specific acoustic instruments:" [posted here]

Linnstrument Practice with Oberheim Xpander

video upload by Mano One

Erica Synths STEAMPIPE Now Available

video upload by Erica Synths

"Introducing the Steampipe: an 8-voice polyphonic synthesizer like no other. Developed in collaboration with 112dB.com, Steampipe uses physical modeling to mimic the rich, organic overtones of wind and string instruments. It is a versatile tool for nuanced sound design, conjuring sonic imagery ranging from wisps of cloud to fairground band organs, industrial horns of the railroad and massive, otherworldly ambiences.

Timeline:

00:00 - Take 1 / MPE drone with Linnstrument
00:54 - Take 2 / Intro theme played with MIDI keyboard
01:10 - Take 3 / Performance with AKAI EWI wind controller
01:57 - Take 4 / Steampipe sequenced with Ableton Live and played along with drum machine
03:01 - Take 5 / Stockhausenpipe MPE with Linnstrument
03:39 - Take 6 / Ta da daaa played with MIDI
03:56 - Take 7 / Percussive patch played with Sylphyo wind controller
04:24 - Take 8 / Percussions played with Linnstrument
05:33 - Take 9 / Pipewave played with MIDI
06:24 - Take 10 / Steda 909 processed with the Steampipe
07:08 - Take 11 / Sandstorm patch played with MIDI keyboard with extensive pitch modulation
07:34 - Take 12 / The Bells played with MIDI keyboard
08:18 - Take 13 / Utilizing the Sylphyos tilt CC output to modulate the patch
09:21 - Take 14 / Synthesizing textures
09:51 - Take 15 / The 'Auto Play' patch"

Erica synths Steampipe no talking demo
video upload by Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit

"This is a raw demo of some presets of the new Erica Synths X 112dB Steampipe. Steampipe is an 8 voice physical modeling synth. This video was recorded with no external processing, no limiting or compression. this is a raw sound demonstration of some prerelease presets using early firmware."

Erica Synths Steampipe: Sound design in chaotic feedback loops // Physical modeling tutorial, review

video upload by loopop

"Want to try out Steampipe? Get playable multisamples, along with my ever-expanding book of electronic music ideas, tips and tricks here: ► Patreon: / loopop"

TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:50 Overview
3:50 Connectivity
4:15 Build
5:15 Steam
6:00 Exciter LPF
6:30 Steam env
7:00 Pipe
7:20 Feedback
7:50 Polarity
8:10 Push
9:45 Tuning
10:10 Harmonics
11:15 Split
12:10 Saturation
13:15 HPF/LPF
14:10 Overblow
15:30 Reverb
16:40 LFOs
17:50 LFO as env
18:55 MIDI devices
20:10 MIDI mod
21:00 EXT audio
22:10 Misc
24:00 Pros & cons
27:50 Presets



Press release follows:

Introducing the Steampipe: an 8-voice polyphonic synthesizer like no other. Developed in collaboration with 112dB.com, Steampipe uses physical modeling to mimic the rich, organic overtones of wind and string instruments - no conventional oscillators here!

The Steampipe is a versatile tool for nuanced sound design, conjuring sonic imagery ranging from wisps of cloud to industrial horns of the railroad and massive, otherworldly ambiences. Designed for performance with any MIDI controller, it is packed with features:

8-voice polyphony

Physical modeling engine with 32 adjustable parameters

5 assignable LFOs with delay and sync

Extensive modulation matrix with MIDI controller-specific configurations

MPE compatible

64 factory presets and 192 user preset memory

Preset export and import via USB DIN5

MIDI Input

MIDI Thru/Out

All parameters are MIDI CC controllable

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Click the pics for full size shots.

Bottom two pics feature different display images.

Additional posts featuring STEAMPIPE

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Why Touch Expression?

video upload by Roger Linn

"Roger Linn discusses why LinnStrument's touch expression is better than playing music with the simple on/off switches of a MIDI Piano keyboard."

Getting Started on LinnStrument (2024)

video upload by Roger Linn

"Roger Linn helps you get started on LinnStrument.
To learn about LinnStrument, visit rogerlinndesign.com."

Digital Controllers & Synths, MOOG's Geert Bevin | Superbooth 2024

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"Join Geert Bevin and me as we discuss the current state of expression for both digital and analog instruments. Geert is a multi-instrumentalist and master of gestural control for synthesizers with decades of experience designing many different types of controllers.

I set out to hear what Geert had to say about Digital Instruments vs Analog Instruments, and the discussion kept coming back to controllers. I soon realized that Geert really cares about music and that performers being able to have an expressive experience with their instruments is more important to him than whether or not the tone is generated digitally or not. In this information-packed discussion, we'll cover topics such as: why digital struggles with attack transients, the difference between generating a sound digitally and processing a sound digitally, digital distortion vs analog distortion, how to create scarcity in the digital realm, and how humans compensate for different instruments.

Geert Bevin worked with Eigenlabs developing the Eigenharp, collaborated with Roger Linn by writing firmware for the LinnStrument, worked on the Ultraleap - Leap Motion Controller that detects your hand position with infrared cameras to convert conductor-like gestures to shape sound, and recently designed a Bluetooth MIDI controller for the Apple Watch. He's currently creating experiences on software synths for Moog Music that go beyond the sound itself, exploring MPE as a common language to connect musicians with expressive controllers, painstakingly working to make digital knob turns feel as good as analog knob turns, and determining the future of both analog and digital electronic instruments.

00:00 Introduction
00:40 Moog's Software Mission
24:30 Moog Model 15 App
34:09 Why does digital have trouble with attack transients?
48:30 Logo (theme music)"

Expressive E Introduces Noisy 2 - The Next-gen MPE synth

video uploads by Expressive E

Playlist:
Noisy 2 - The next-gen MPE synth
Noisy 2 - Hear It in Action
Noisy 2 - Walkthrough Video

Press release follows:

After the successful launch of Osmose, MPE expert company Expressive E continues to expand its sound ecosystem with Noisy 2. Built for expression, Noisy 2 offers a new MPE mode that goes way beyond regular MPE integration. Its workflow was built for intuitive and expressive sound design, unleashing novel playing possibilities. To match its next-gen MPE abilities, Noisy 2 is powered by an outstanding sound engine based on new acoustic and analog resonators. This synth was made to be expressive with any MPE or classic MIDI controller and brings a brand new expressive experience for sound designers and musicians.

Unlocking new playing gestures for MPE users

At the heart of its MPE mode, Noisy 2’s expression blocks offer new playing possibilities for MPE users with trig modes.

Inspired by its Osmose experience, these Trig modes are a new, powerful, and playful way to trigger envelopes: add sound impulses by accelerating your gesture downwards (push), upwards (lift), or alternating up and down (shake) at any point within the key’s travel.

Listen to the new musical possibilities unlocked by Noisy 2’s MPE mode here.

Easy expressive sound design

Noisy 2 has been built to make the expressive sound design experience fun and intuitive.

Its workflow enables musicians and sound designers to intuitively choose their own way of interacting with the sonic dimensions of any preset. With a few clicks on the expression blocks, users can find the perfect balance between Pressure, Aftertouch, and the envelope generator to refine their personal expressive playing experience.

Producers and musicians can now integrate new motions into their projects by sculpting sounds directly with their hands and fingers.

On top of deep MPE integration, Noisy 2 offers various ways to simply and creatively add motion to sounds. With both classic MIDI and MPE controllers, the Expression Control section can now deeply alter each layer of Noisy 2 and its two FX slots with a simple turn of a knob.

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LinnStrument Disassembly 2024

video upload by Roger Linn

"Roger Linn demonstrates how to disassemble and reassemble and LinnStrument in order for owners to perform parts replacement or repairs at home without sending it away."

Close up with LinnStrument

video upload by Roger Linn

"Roger Linn gives a close-up demo of LinnStrument, to benefit those who are interested in it but don't have an opportunity to play one before buying,
To learn more about LinnStrument, visit rogerlinndesign.com."

Modular Meditation: Buchla Easel + LinnStrument

video upload by Mano One

Modular Meditation - Buchla

video upload by Mano One

Erica Synths Bullfrog New Expansion Cards sound demo

video upload by Erica Synths

"Three new voicecards for the Bullfrog are now available! Voicecards expand functionality of the Bullfrog and make it even more versatile. Some voicecards replace patch cables - they connect the "modules* of the Bullfrog internally, while other have built in mixers, signal generators and advanced electrical circuits to control the synthesizer.

Timeline:

00:02 - Electric Organ card played with Linnstrument
01:09 - Wind and Stars card jam
01:53 - Electric Organ card sequenced with DATO
02:48 - MFB Tanzbar through Bullfrog Hi-Pass VCF card
03:37 - Jam with the Highpass VCF card"

thoughtForm on LinnStrument Clip #music #linnstrument #synth #surgeXT #synthesizer #thoughtform

video upload by thoughtForm Max

thoughtForm: Illuminations

Basic chords & scales on LinnStrument

video upload by Roger Linn

"Roger Linn explains where the pitches are on LinnStrument, and how to play basic chords & scales."

Blackbird Cover - Speedbumpy LinnStrument Surface v2

video upload by Sound Werkshop

"Buy Here [as available]

My latest attempt at making a better play surface for LinnStrument.

Each row is shaped like a long speedbump. They help you instantly feel the center of the row. Easily slide along the top of a bump for pitch bends.

Instead of gaps between notes, I put grooves over the center of the note. Confidently feel when you finger is on targer."

Kaivo: Key Overview

video upload by Madrona Labs

"Overview of Kaivo's Key Section

Kaivo is a software instrument combining two powerful synthesis techniques (physical modeling and granular synthesis) in an easy-to-use semi-modular package. It’s laid out a bit like an acoustic instrument; the GRANULATOR module acts like the player’s touch, exciting one or more tuned objects (here, the RESONATOR module, based on physical models of resonant objects) that come together in a central resonating body (the BODY module, also physics-based).

https://madronalabs.com/
Linnstrument/Aalto Video: [posted here]

Scala: https://huygens-fokker.org/scala/

00:00 Intro
00:26 Scale/Mode Menu
01:00 Voice Control
01:33 Bend
02:22 Glide
03:04 Unison Button
04:14 mod cc#
05:42 Output Overview
09:09 MPE Settings
10:04 Outro"

Creating LinnStrument MPE sounds in Surge XT

video upload by Roger Linn

"Roger Linn explains how to use the free Surge XT synthesizer to create sounds that play well with LinnStrument or other MPE controllers."