Sequential Take 5 Live Loop Jam 2

video upload by Creative Spiral

"This is a live loop jam, testing out some new patch designs on Sequential Take 5 synth. Using a Boss RC-300 Pedal to record the loops, and a Roland TR-8S for drum mix."

Summer Rain (collab using Monomachine, Sequential Pro3, Korg Minilogue)

video upload by MKDVB

"Sun Fils: vocals, guitar, Korg Minilogue bass
MKDVB: Sequential Pro 3 (lead, bass, arp), Elektron Monomachine (main synth riff, percussion)

I remember the exact day the lightning wildfires started in CA last summer because my family went for an early morning walk and lightning erupted unexpectedly. I even recorded it on my phone & sampled it in my next single. And somehow I knew things weren't going to be the same anymore.

It's time we gave the Earth its flowers."

"Surrender" (1st Sequential Pro 3 synth jam + Moog Matriarch, Monomachine, Juno 106, Squarp Pyramid)

video upload by MKDVB

"My 1st jam with the Sequential Pro 3 & it may already be my fave monosynth! Live ambient synthpop jam alongside the Moog Matriarch, Elektron Monomachine, Juno 106 (my last track w/ this beauty but it was time to say goodbye). Squarp Pyramid on sequencer. Chase Bliss Audio Blooper, Eventide Eclipse, Boss RV-500 reverb & Valhalla on FX duties.

I called this track Surrender because it's the last one I made with my beloved Juno 106, which I chose to sell despite my emotional attachment to its sound. I've always had a collector's mentality which lends itself to a materialistic mindset in many ways & hanging onto the 106 was more about "owning" than using or playing it. We never truly own anything so I surrendered the 106 & hopefully part of that mindset as well.

Recorded via Cranborne 500R8 & mixed/edited in post."

Making Ambient Music With A Busted Minimoog (& Sequential Prophet X, Chase Bliss CXM 1978, Sax, etc)

video upload by MKDVB

"Moog Minimoog Model D - bass riff
Sequential Prophet X - piano, lead melody, chords, pads, strings
Saxophone
FX: Chase Bliss Audio / Meris CXM 1978, Chase Bliss Wombstone mk2, Mutable Instruments Beads,
Hologram Microcosm, Cooper FX Generation Loss v2, Moog Moogerfooger MF-103, Eventide Rose

Please turn on CC/subtitles for more detailed studio/production notes.

MKDVB - This Is Love

I recently bought an OG Moog MiniMoog Model D that's in dire need of servicing and repair. The synth tech says it needs all the op amps replaced, rebuilt power supply, etc but otherwise in pretty good shape. The oscillator pitch is unstable, especially on OSC 3, so it's always randomly gliding and glitching when I play it. It's going into the shop soon but I decided to make a track with it now anyway.

The Moog is on bass/rhythm track duties because it was too unreliable to play more lead sounds. You'll hear the pitch gliding randomly as the track goes on. Because the Moog was so glitchy, I picked a granular-type piano patch on the Prophet X as well as strings on it during the bridges. I'm also sending my sax through Mutable Instruments Beads to add some improvised duet action.

Thanks for tuning in! --davy"

The NAMM Show Announces Return to Anaheim in June 2022

via NAMM

"We are excited to announce that The NAMM Show, the annual 'family reunion' of the global music, sound, and entertainment technology industry, will reconvene in Anaheim, California at the Anaheim Convention Center on June 3–5, 2022.

Previously scheduled for January 20—23, the new dates will offer global industry leaders, buyers, sellers, music educators, artists, media, and music makers the opportunity to reconnect and renew their businesses while taking greater advantage of reimagined indoor and outdoor events, activations, professional development sessions, an expanded digital reach and more at the crossroads of business opportunity."

And the press release:

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Improv #23 for Arp 2600, VCS3, Moog Voyager and Gong

video upload by R. Reger

"Original, improvised soundscape for analogue instruments."

R. Reger Improvs

Hordijk PlayTime Permutations

video upload by Todd Barton

"Back to the amazing Hordijk analog synth instrument! I just realized as I'm posting this that I didn't use any of the awesome filters in the system. Even so...still a lot of varied timbres and sonic gestures.

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/synthtodd"

Korg M1 Tierra Caliente

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Mexican flag Green White and Red, as apposed to the M1EX CALENTANO version.

via this auction

"Korg M1. CON DISENO AL GUSTO PERSONAL EN UNA DE LAS FOTOS ESTA MI TELEFONO TAMBIEM VENDO SOLO EL DISENO POR 150 DOLARES POR SI YA TIENES EL TECLADO"

video upload by R&RMUSIC

E-MU ULTRA PROTEUS SYNTHESIZER Model 9060 SN 059400736 w/ Manual

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Vintage Fender Chroma Polaris Synthesizer with MOXXIE Hardshell Case SN 201992

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"In perfect working condition. Used primarily in the 1980's then hibernated in its case for about twenty years. 6 note polyphony."

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Synsonics Drums w/ Original Box

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"Includes:
Box
Drums
Plug in thingy

Does not include:
Manual"

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Moog Modular "Preset Box Working" Demo....

video upload by noddyspuncture

"Having built three of the ten cards and wired up their 'D' connecting harnesses I can now switch between four sounds.... four because the 'cancel' or 'panel' button strangely also make a nice sound..! This is quite strange because for the preset cards to work the EG, filter and footage setting have to be set a certain way. So here's my first time using the thing that I've been building for over a year now. I also added a section of a close up of one cards and I'm running through different settings and tweaking away so you get an idea of how it works."

Deprivation | IDM synthwave Moog Matriarch and Elektron Monomachine

video upload by MIDERA

"Another track using the Matriarch and Monomachine. Eventide Blackhole VST used for reverb.

Only had a few hours as my oldest daughter is at daycare while my wife has the newborn.

The other night, I woke up and my brain said 'Your heart has stopped.' I checked and couldn't feel a pulse. I jumped out of bed and ran to my wife (who was in another room). I found my pulse. I'm certain there was no way I had no pulse (and had the ability to jump out of bed and run), but wow, that was scary. Sleep deprivation is crazy."

Sequential OB6 // I am IN LOVE with this CINEMATIC SOUND

video upload by Dexba

"What else can I say?
You turn it on, you get the new score for Interstellar 2 right away, you can inbox it to Hans Zimmer and save him some work.
A touch of chorus, a pinch of phaser, and some little chords that have been stuck in my head in the past weeks.
No copyright, you can grab it and use it in your cinematic edits, if you want!"

Build | Prophet Rev2 + Eurorack [ambient]

video upload by Jameson Nathan Jones

"Sequential Rev2 evolving pad accompanied by the eurorack system.

You can grab some FREE ambient samples here: https://store.fracturedcapstan.com/"

Sequential Pro 3, The Hum - Forest Pulse [ambient]

video upload by The Hum

Synthesizer - Sequential Pro 3
Daw - Ableton live 11
FX - Valhalla Super Massive

Tapeloop and Eurorack Synthesizer / Sound Installation

video upload by Takeyuki Hakozaki / Pollypraha

"All Sounds and Visuals, Movie Shooting by Takeyuki Hakozaki
------------------
I did a live performance as part of the first anniversary event of the
art gallery 'HAKO' in Chiba City, Japan.

For this performance, I played back the piano I recorded last night
on two Nagra reel-to-reel recorders at half speed, and played the
Verbos synthesizer along with it.

The windows of the gallery were fully opened to prevent Covid, so
we could hear the sounds of the crowd and cars driving by while a
comfortable breeze came in.

The cool, cloudy weather made for a pleasant performance.

https://pollypraha.bandcamp.com"

KORG Vintage Synth Jam Part 2 with Natalie Chami

video upload by Korg

Part 1 here

SUNRIZER - Virtual Analog Synth - Updated - Still Brilliant - Let’s Check it Out

video upload by The Sound Test Room

What’s New
- New reverb type added
- Stability improvements

Korg PE1000

video upload by Joakim Floke

"Korg PE1000. One of the first polys to reach the market.
Each Key has its own oscillator, 60 in total.
Has a uniqe sound.
This was a restoration job I did. Recap took its time with over 200 caps to switch out."

Modular Rhythmic Improvisation

video upload by George Benton

"Just playing with rhythmic sequences and Oscillator modulation. As usual, it started as one thing and ended up as a completely other thing!"

http://www.synthesizers.com

Bastl Instruments BUDDY // Stereo mixer with preamp and TRS inputs for hybrid setups and more!!!

video upload by Bastl Instruments

"Buddy is a four-channel eurorack stereo mixer optimized for hybrid setups. Channels A and B are optimized for eurorack sources (either mono or stereo) with a slight boost (×2 / +6dB). Channels C and D are line-level pre-amps that can boost the signal up to ×10 / +20dB and feature stereo TRS jack inputs for directly connecting desktop units without further adaptors. All channels feature a clean boost via the high-quality, low-noise NE5532 op-amp (same as on the Dude), which delivers smooth overdrive - that can be used to overdrive clean stereo signals. Several Buddy mixers can be chained via jumper cables on the back to expand the number of channels without losing precious inputs."

first zoia euroburo ambient patch

video upload by Red Means Recording Ambient

"Pam's clocks, Chaos sequences and modulates, Rings and Castor and Pollux make sounds.

Euroburo is fed audio from Castor and Rings. It passes Castor through two channels of VCA (modulated by lfos) and filters (modulated by lfos). The lfos are modulated by another set of LFOs on random, sent through a slew limiter.

Rings is fed in and given a similar treatment, with dual vcas being modulated by two very slow LFOs.

The two Castor channels are fed into two panners, which are being modulated by another slow LFOS.

Those outputs are sent to reverbs and ping pong delays.

It's pretty."

You can find additional euroburo posts here.

Playing STREGA with LIVE BATS!

video upload by MAKEN0ISE

"In which we head to Asheville's Beaver Lake for Meg and Jake to do some live improv patching with local bats using a borrowed Bat Detector, two Strega, a 0-CTRL and 0-Coast.

Many bat species are under threat of extinction. Please visit https://www.batcon.org/ for information and action suggestions.

Also check out Meg's new album, Breath is a Wave: https://fallenmoonrecordings.bandcamp...

And Jake's new album, The Legend of Dreams: https://precisionaudio.bandcamp.com/a...

http://www.makenoisemusic.com/synthes..."

Reminder: THE ARP 2600 SYNTHPOSIUM is Coming Saturday, September 18TH

This is a follow-up to this post. You can purchase tickets at the event page here. For Group rates and free scholorship tickets see the admission section below.

"Join the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation online Saturday, September 18th, for a virtual Festival and Fundraiser honoring the 50th anniversary of the mighty ARP 2600, hosted by The Record Co. in Boston, MA!

This online celebration will feature live performances, live panel discussions, a 2600 synthesizer clinic, premiered videos of performances and interviews, special guests, a silent auction, and more. All proceeds will benefit the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation and the ARPs For All project.
Who
Panelists include:
Alsún Ní Chasaide, Alison Stout, BT, Brian Kehew, David Baron, David Friend, David Frederick Jr, David Mash, DJ Cherish the Luv, EMEAPP, Jack Hotop, Jennifer Hruska, Jean-Michel Jarre, Jon Carin, Korg, Lisa Bella Donna, Marie Ann Hedonia, Phil Cirocco, Richard Boulanger, Richard Devine, Steve McQuarry

New and exclusive content by:
Alex Ball (demo), Berklee Ensemble (video performance), Bill T. Miller (video performance), David Van Pelt (video performance), DJ Cherish the Luv (video performance + interview), Don Slepian (video performance + demo), EMEAPP (video performance + Live Stream), Ernesto Romeo (video performance), Glen Harlock (2600 video patchbook)*, Jennifer Hruska (video performance with ensemble), Jim Mitchmerhuizen (interview excerpt), Lisa Bella Donna (video performance), Marie Ann Hedonia (video performance + interview), Steve McQuarry (video performance + interview)

Why
The ARP 2600 is one of the most influential synthesizers ever created and has been played by artists such as Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, Edgar Winter, Joe Zawinul, and sound designer Ben Burtt (as the voice of R2D2). Recently brought back into production by Korg, the ARP 2600 is once again a beacon of unlimited possibilities for a whole new generation of musicians.

How
The event will live stream from Boston’s own The Record Co, a community music workspace with professional recording and rehearsal studios. The event will focus on the ARP 2600, the iconic synthesizer that brought semi-modular synthesis to performers and educators around the world. It will feature panel discussions, performances, and interviews with world-renowned artists, technicians, engineers, and more. Participants will be able to interact live with panelists via Zoom.

What
Proceeds will benefit ARP Foundation initiatives, including The ARPs For All project, a joint effort by The Record Co. and ARPf, enabling anyone who rents studio or rehearsal time to use these incredible instruments at no additional cost.

Come join us!

When

EVENT SCHEDULE:
There will be an approximate 5-minute break after panels.

11:00am – Berklee Synth Ensemble (opening music)

11:30am – Opening Address

12:00pm – Panel 1 - ARP 2600: The First 50 years

1:00pm – Intermission (videos)

1:30pm – Prerecorded- The Next Fifty Years (remaking, restoring and reimagining)

2:00pm – Panel 2 – Maintaining Vintage 2600s in a Modern World

3:00pm – David’s 2600 Tutorial/Demonstration – A comparison of the original ARP2600, the new Korg ARP2600 FS, and the upcoming Korg ARP2600M Module. Demonstrations of some of the more esoteric capabilities of the 2600.

3:30pm – Intermission (videos)

3:45pm – Lisa Bella Donna

4:15pm – Panel 3- Artists using ARPs

5:15pm – Jennifer Hruska Group

5:45pm – Finding a New Voice

6:15pm – Live Stream from EMEAPP

6:30pm – Results from Silent Auction and Closing Remarks!

ADMISSION:
Students (Only): $10.00

Access to the Synthposium
Price of admission will increase to $12 on Sept 15th
General Public:

$20.00

Access to the Synthposium
Price of admission will increase to $25 on Sept 15th
$50.00

Access to the Synthposium
10% Discount off a t-shirt at our store
Special access to full length interviews & concerts
$100.00

Access to the Synthposium
10% Discount off a t-shirt at our store
1 ARP CD Download
Special access to full length interviews & concerts
Special access to tutorials

Synthposium Scholarship: In light of our challenging times, we can provide access to free scholarship tickets if circumstances dictate. Please send an email to dina@alanrpearlmanfoundation.org

Group Rates: For group rates, please email dina@alanrpearlmanfoundation.org

Interested in being a sponsor: For inquiry please email dina@alanrpearlmanfoundation.org"

Something "Unexpected" from Erica Synths Coming to SUPERBOOTH21

via Erica Synths

"It's been a long while since we saw each other face to face and nowhere else than in our favourite music technology fair - Superbooth! This time Erica Synths brings big & loud news and we promise you will not have been expecting this!

Press release with detailed information about Erica Synths announcements will be sent out on 15th of September & will be available within our press kit on the spot in FEZ Berlin.

Find us at the booth W325 & hear our Gesprachkonzert on Saturday the 18th of September at the Fuchsbau at 12:00"

Cherry Audio Is At It Again... New Cherry Audio Synth Coming September 16

video upload by Cherry Audio

"Another mystery, unveiled soon!"

Orange Jupiter ~ Jupiter-8 emulation.

New UDO Synth Coming to SUPERBOOTH21?

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"We are very excited to announce the imminent arrival of a new UDO product, which we will be revealing at Superbooth in Berlin.

For those attending the show, we’ll be at stand B005, check out the Superbooth website for more info — we can’t wait to see you!

For those who are not attending Superbooth, keep your eyes on our channels for more in the coming weeks."

This one was spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child.

Moog Model 15 Modular Synthesizer App Now Available as a VST

via Moog Music

"Introduced in 2016 as the first Moog modular synthesizer and synthesis educational tool created for iOS, the Moog Model 15 App continues to evolve.

The new VST wrapper plugin, available as a free download, allows users to integrate Model 15 and all of its features into DAWs like Ableton for expanded sound design potential and new opportunities for creative expression.

With this download and the macOS Big Sur compatibility update we released earlier this year, the Model 15 App can now be used as a standalone application, as an Audio Unit v3 and v2 plugin, as a VST3 plugin, or as an effect in your existing audio chain."

Making the PERFECT Studio Desk!

Part 1: The Tour video upload by LeoMakes

This one is in via supporting member, LeoMakes who had the following to say:

"I was disappointed at the ergonomics of my studio (using my beloved Eurorack system means I'm always out of the sweet spot) SO... I built a custom Eurorack desk that puts all my favorite modules right in front of me where I want them. It has 272 HPs of Eurorack (3U + 1U Intellijel) with power, slide-out keyboard tray, ideal speaker placement. It's even a sit/stand desk so I can make music how I want. It has taken 5 months to design/engineer/fabricate and I hope your viewers will find it interesting/inspiring. Maybe they'll even build their own variants of this, which would be amazing."

Video Description and Part 2 below:

"I just built the perfect studio desk (for me)! In this video, we go on a tour of my new desk and I talk about why I designed it like this and some of its cool features. Check out Part 2 for the actual desk build: [below]

BTW I talk about a lot of gear but I am not sponsored or endorsed by anyone. I also don't do Amazon affiliates or anything like that. If you're into Patreon and supporting channels like this, well, I'd love to have your support! https://www.patreon.com/leomakes"


Part 2: The Build video upload by

"In this video, I walk you through how I designed and built the pefect studio desk (for me!) We'll go over my requirements, the 3D design software, and how all the pieces come together."

New Loops releases "Free Surge Presets" & Summer Sale

video upload by New Loops

"Free Surge Presets by New Loops features 8 basses, 6 pads, 5 keys, 3 plucks, and 3 sequences. All presets make good use of the mod wheel, velocity, aftertouch, and have many macros assigned.

New Loops free Surge presets is available to download free from newloops.com with no sign-up necessary.

New Loops is also currently having a summer sale with up to 70% off sample packs and presets. Use coupon INSPIRE20 for and extra 20% off store wide."

You can download Free Surge Presets at https://newloops.com/pages/free-surge...

Soundtoys: 'Frozen Drones' & 'Atmospheric Pads' Preset Demos (Tom Wolfe)

video upload by Tom Wolfe

"In this video I demonstrate some of the presets from my preset pack Frozen Drones for Soundtoys Effect Rack. Find out more: https://www.tomwolfe.co.uk/product/fr...

Featuring 25 presets for Soundtoys 5 Effect Rack, Frozen Drones is designed to morph simple synth sounds into long, ethereal drones. Designed to flow from the source sound, these presets will leave long tails of unique, rolling ambience in their wake. These presets are unashamedly niche, focusing on doing one thing and doing it well. So if you're looking for a catchall then look away, but if you're after something to take your sounds to a new level, then these presets won't disappoint."

Soundtoys: 'Atmospheric Pads' Preset Demo (Tom Wolfe)

video upload by

"In this video I demonstrate some of the presets from my preset pack Atmospheric Pads for Soundtoys Effect Rack. Find out more: https://www.tomwolfe.co.uk/product/at...

Containing 25 presets for Soundtoys 5 Effect Rack, Atmospheric Pads is designed to add beautiful atmospheric ambience to dry synth pads. Simply dial in the mix knob, and hear your sounds transform. These presets are unashamedly niche, focusing on doing one thing and doing it well. So if you're looking for a catchall then look away, but if you're after something to take your sounds to a new level, then these presets won't disappoint."

Burnside Chill

video upload by Todd Barton

"This was a recorded live performance for the September Burnside Sessions sponsored by MadComposerLab in Portland, OR. https://madcomposerlab.com I was honored to be among a vast array of creatives. See/Hear the entire set of the Burnside Sessions here:"

Burnside Sessions V: Vibe Up

video upload by Mad Composer Lab

"Burnside Sessions: Vibe Up is a collection of amazing artists from around the globe sharing art and inspiration with the people."

Transitions 1

video upload by Todd Barton

"A year ago I began this little series for my Patreon page. Now I will periodically be making it public over the coming months. If you'd like to support my Patreon and keep the tutorials flowing here's the link: https://www.patreon.com/synthtodd

I'm beginning a little series on Transitions Tips and Tricks thanks to recent discussions with my friends and colleagues, Darrell Bluhm, T'ai Chi master and Bruce Bayard, Easel performance partner and artist. I look forward to your feedback. Enjoy!"

Playing With Urano #2

video upload by gotharman

"Performing 'The Third Tree' by Gotharman on Urano.
www.gotharman.dk"

Steelphon MAGO

video upload by

"Hello everybody my Hobby it's restore the old Combo organ and synth .
In this video i show you the test after restoration of rare Steelphon MAGO ."

This appears to be the first demo of the Steelphon MAGO. You can find pics of one posted here.

Steelphon S900

video upload by M&M

"Hello everybody my Hobby it's restore the old Combo organ and Synth.
In this video i show you the test after restoration of Steelphon S900 ."

You can find additional posts featuring the Steelphon S900 here.

Journaling w/ Waldorf Iridium, Buchla, Moog System 55, OB-6, Sirin & Digitakt

video upload by Ehsan Gelsi

Roland JP-8000 SN AJ92423

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KORG SQ-10 Analog Synthesizer SN 150320

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Roland System-100M Model 172 Phaser Delay SN 150743

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"A phaser/delay component from a legendary patchable synth!"

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Korg Mono/Poly Analog Synthesizer w/ MIDI

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"Fully serviced and refurbished Korg Mono/Poly.
What’s new in/out.
Key contacts, wood pannel, wheels, ssm2033, midi Kit upgrade.
The front pannel shows some scraches due to his ages. (see pictures)
Minutely services by Bruno Dupeyron in France."

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Korg Lambda ES50 1979 Vintage Synthesizer SN 23120

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"Rare Korg Lambda ES50 fully serviced USA original model.Purchased in Japan ,so currently voltage to Japanese. The Condition is used.The wood panels shows very minor signs of age, can be fully restored with a little TLC. Technically it is as good as it gets. It has been fully serviced by and plays extremely well as it should .Sounds incredible and is a fantastic choice for amibient strings and unique pad sounds for a truly original edge. It has been used in many a great song and soundtrack over the years and an asset to any successful studio or musician.

The Korg Lambda is a fully polyphonic 48-key preset synthesizer released in 1979. It features two types of sound - Percussive (Electric Piano, Clavi, Piano, Harmonics) and Ensemble (Brass, Organ, Choir, Strings I, Strings II). The Percussive sounds have a simple fast attack and variable decay envelope, and the Ensemble sounds have both preset and variable attack/release envelopes. Each key is articulated independently, so there is no note-stealing as experienced on synths limited to a handful of voices. The downside of this is the relative lack of programmability, but the presets sound good, particularly when layered (they are all available simultaneously).

The Lambda uses divide-down technology from three Top Octave oscillators to provide the basis for its sounds. The three oscillators are mixed and filtered using fixed circuits to create the preset sounds, but there are also controls on the front panel for basic low-pass filtering of the Percussive and Ensemble tones, and each section has its own volume control. There is also a control for "click" (used to add attack to the EP sound) and a filter cut-off control for the Brass sound, which has its own paraphonic filter - tuned to give a slightly resonant peak to the sound, and with its own preset filter envelope. This re-triggers on every keypress, so held notes will also be reshaped when new ones are played. In practice this is not much of a problem.

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SOLID STATE Versus VALVE Bruel & Kjaer 1022 Beat Frequency Oscillator Modifications

video upload by LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER

"The Beginning of a big Test Equipment Project.
loads Samples of these experiments amongst many more!:-
https://www.patreon.com/lookmumnocomp...
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Tickets To This weekend and other weekends at @THIS MUSEUM IS (NOT) OBSOLETE are available here:-
https://this-museum-is-not-obsolete.com"

Experimental VCA for Ciat-Lonbarde gear

video upload by Richard Brewster

"A short demonstration of an experimental VCA circuit based on the AVDog VCA in Peter Blasser's Plumbutter. For more details and the schematic diagram of the VCA, go to:

https://pugix.com/synth/experimental-..."

Neuzeit Orbit Bitcrusher + Harmonizer

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"Orbit is an effect module providing bitcrushing, harmonizing and filtering. It doesn't do anything on its own, so it needs an external source. It's a great module if you want to turn a simple sound into something huge, and it also works very well with drum and bass sounds, providing lots of animation thanks to the many CV inputs. Highly recommended when you're into Techno. I still have to figure out what will happen with more ambient patches, so there will be a part 02."

Neuzeit Orbit | Part 02 | Light & Dark Ambient

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"A second take on the Neuzeit Orbit, but this time in a more ambient setting with a clear light and obscure dark side. After playing with it for more than a week I found out the Orbit works best with either simple waveforms and beats - or a big system with lots of utilities. I don't think it's a beginner module, but if your system needs some 'grit', it's definitely worth a listen."

"In their debut module, the Neuzeit Instruments Orbit is a compelling example of how smaller synthesis blocks can be combined together into a deep and rewarding instrument and processor with its own unique identity. Within Orbit you'll find bitcrushing, filtering and EQ, harmonically-related pitch-tracking oscillators, an envelope generator and LFO, mixing capabilities, and more—all useful elements in their own right. But the magic behind Orbit is how these sections all interact and relate with each other, resulting in complex sound design and processing capabilities without a ton of additional modules or patching.

There are two main sections in Orbit named CRSH and HARM, as well as the filter, dedicated low frequency EQ, and the envelope. External signals enter Orbit at the bottom left, offering two input VCAs with level and CV controls, as well as a third input which runs straight into the filter, skipping the other three sections entirely. The summed output of the two VCAs then runs through a bass boost/cut EQ, which passes onto the other processing sections, as well as being available via the BLEED level control in the mixer just before the filter. Thus, while there is a dedicated level control for the totally dry input signal at the output, BLEED is another way to dial in body and fundamental frequencies which may get lost in the midst of the other sections' processing.

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15- The UDO Super 6- The VCA- MORE THAN TREMOLO

video upload by AutomaticGainsay

"Here is part 2 of a two-part demonstration of the sound and functionality of the voltage-controlled amplifier found on the UDO Super 6."

AutomaticGainsay UDO Super 6 posts