October 21, 2023

video upload by Chris Randall

Chris Randall of Audio Damage and the Sequential Prophet-10.

COMMODORE HEXAGON C64 SID SYNTHESIZER SHOWCASE [Retro Gadgets]

video upload by Retrozentrum

"Prepare for the future!

Dive into the futuristic soundscape of the HEXAGON, a Synthesizer powered by the unparalleled Commodore 64 SID Soundchip from MOS Technology!

From the smooth Triangle tones, the edgy buzz of a Sawtooth wave, to the unique vibes of a Pulse wave and the wild randomness of noise - with HEXAGON Commodore is bringing you the tones of tomorrow! Experience 4 breathtaking waveforms each full of power and volume - But what is better than one oscillator? Right - Another one! Just one switch away and you are able to play two notes with one key, no problemo! Or set both oscillators to the same pitch and feel the power of two voices combined! We bet you won't ever release a key to make this beast playing music forever!

Tailor every note to perfection! With full control over the tones even out of space-time, you are ready for the future! Be able to adjust Attack, Decay, Sustain, and Release to craft sounds that are beyond this world. Even make your notes slide and sway and dive into sonic realms with a chaos generating Pitch Modulator...And by chaos we mean absolute madness. This thing is a demon in creating mental sounds! But hold on - Of course you can also create wonderful chords with it - We won't let you down, no matter what type of noise you want to create!

But don't worry if you don't know anything about waveforms or Envelopes or Amplitudes or Giana Sisters or Bubble Bobble or Camel or Impossible Mission..The HEXAGON makes it so easy to make music and create noise but comes with a high quality soundchip that is state of the art! - The one and only SID! Normally it costs a lot of knowledge and practice to get yourself deeper into the great SID composing with a C64 but here is your solution!

Why just play when you can compose? With an ultimate capacity of 64 Kilobytes HEXAGON's innovative Step Sequencer powered by an onboard memory chip is there for you to let you arrange your very own future hits step-by-step and note-by-note. (Yes folks you heard it right, no floppy disks anymore, you are welcome)

HEXAGON - For $595, you get what nobody else can give you for twice the price! So what are you waiting for? Get yourself a HEXAGON!

powered by Commodore International and MOS Technology

...or at least inspired by it :)

Retro Gadgets is a game where you can build and code your own gadgets with several assets like LEDs, Buttons, Screens etc. Check out the Game on Steam Early Access!"

Wersi Wersimatic CX1 / CX2

video upload by ohm_studi_ohm

"Demo of a Wersi CX1 I just serviced. Showcasing the general functionality of the instrument by fiddling with some presets I made.

This unit is actually more a CX2 since it was upgraded at some point to a CX2. This was a possibility given by Wersi when they released the CX2 not too long after the CX1. Basically it replaced the full analog drum sounds with 12 bit PCM drum samples. Otherwise the CX1 and CX2 shared the same analog arranger and programming unit. There are still 4 analog drum synthesized sounds in the CX (maracas, claves, tambourine and "synthdrum", the latter being only manually triggered).

The CXs also have 3 SSM2044 filters for the 3 analog parts (bass, chord and arpeggio) and it features a great Wersivoice BBD triple chorus card to give that ensemble sound to the string presets sounds (check my videos about these units if you dont know how they sound).

Both drum and arranger parts are programmable and you can store your own 16 presets, in top of the 48 builtin presets. Instant 80s and italo disco sound with this unit. Very close in philosphy and sound to the mlighty Bohm Digital Drums, with the latter being a much more advanced unit though."

L-1 Discrete 16-channel Vocoder. Noise & FMed Saw.

video upload by Aleksei Laman

"Now I tried to use first noise then FMed saw wave as carrier."

Intellijel Soundscape with Strymon Cloudburst

video upload by Ebotronix

Intellijel System and Strymon Cloudburst (2x)
2x Plonk (AHR Mode) ~ black R2m and A 156
In AHR mode an additional hold stage is added which keeps the envelope high for as long a gate is applied at the TRIG input.
Shapeshifter ~ silver R2m
chords by ARC TBK and 4x Dixie / Cyclebox (low end)

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Chase Bliss Audio Reverse Mode C and Teenage Engineering Op-1 Field and TX-6

video upload by Luca Longobardi

"Time moves in it special way in the middle of the night.
(Haruki Murakami , After Dark)

If you were wondering what the new Reverse Mode C from Chase Bliss audio sounded like, here's a little example.
The simple sequence played by the OP-1 is first only effected by the TX-6's reverb. Then the Reverse Mode intervenes, reproducing one of the three voices of its delay (reverse in octave). Then the second voice (normal reverse) and then all three voices with modulation in synch and the volumes managed by the same pedal which 'sequences' the entries. Press and Hold on the right button to immediately have the delay action at half the tempo.
Enjoy this little night spell!"

A spooky session (Halloween is coming)

video upload by t. noise

"A little jam with some of my favorite toys
- Moog Grandmother
- Roland SH-101
- Novation Summit"

Waldorf Microwave Xtk Demo

video upload by synthlegends

"A demo of some typical waldorf sounds. No fx and processing. I played evereything live without overdubbing. When changing presets, the previous preset fades still out. This is the 30 voice version."

Programming Crumar BIT99 with MIDI Controller

video upload by ohm_studi_ohm

"This synth is for sale. You can buy it directly (sales.ohmstudiohm@gmx.fr) for 1450 euros or buy it on eBay (https://www.ebay.com/itm/305202255093) or Reverb https://reverb.com/item/74807341) [pics captured here]



This is demo mainly to show how easy it is to program this synth thanks to the amazing work Bob Grieb (Tauntek) did by rewritting the firmware and enabling Midi Control Changes messages on this synth.

The only drawback (due to the hardware) is you have to retrigger a note for every change you make on a parameter, except for a few ones that a real time (resonance, DCO and LFO waveshape for instance). Just a minor annoyance compare to the original programming method (which is actually not the worse of that kind).

The BIT99 and BIT01 are very nice sounding and quite comprehensive 6 voice analog synth. They feature 2 DCOs with triangle, sawtooth and pulse waveform, in octave from 32 to 4 and you can combine the 3 waveforms on each oscillator. Dedicate ADSR enveloppes for filter and amp with velocity control, 2 LFOs, noise generator, split or stack possibilities etc

IMO they only lack a mixer for the 2 oscillators, LFO PWM (though you can control the PW with velocity) and a hi pass filter.

But the sound is very nice, I favore it over the Oberheim Matrix 6 for instance. It sits very easily in the mix. Build quality and keyboard are also of upper level."

ASM Hydrasynth - Progressive Vol.1

video upload by

"Patches will be available at https://www.orano.co.uk/shop or http://www.synthsounds.co.uk

Hydrasynth Progressive Vol.1 - Contains 50 New sounds aimed for use in your DAW productions, these sounds are inspired by the best of producers out there on Anjunabeats, Enhanced, Afterlife, Anyma, Deadmau5, Alpha9, Ilan Bluestone, Ferry Corsten, Ben Bohmer, and Above & Beyond etc

Not only does this pack contain 50 fresh sounds for your hydrasynth but also 50 bonus midi parts to acompany each patch supplied.

This bank is primarily aimed at DAW producers looking to step up their productions with some great outboard sounds from their Hydrasynth.

Will work on all Hydrasynth models

Enjoy!"

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5 Features of the Xer Mixa mixer and Expando Expandi expander from Noise Engineering

video upload by Noise Engineering

"Check out these 5 Features of the Xer Mixa mixer and Expando Expandi expander from Noise Engineering. Order individually or as a bundle here: https://bit.ly/3YZFvXx

0:11 StereOMG
0:53 Screen
1:50 Automation
2:49 Cue Mix
3:41 Light Show

Xer Mixa is a mixer with ten stereo-paired inputs (8 channels and 2 aux-ins), three stereo-paired output busses, tactile controls, and a 100% analog signal path with low noise and crosstalk, pristine sound quality, and ultra-high headroom. A built-in analog leveling amplifier is great for adding some punch to your mix. A digital control interface harnesses the true power of hybrid design, allowing for state save and recall, per-channel pan law and pre/post send settings, multichannel editing, and MIDI I/O.

Xer Mixa features 10 stereo-paired input channels: 8 interactive fader-controlled channels and two aux inputs. All 10 inputs feature clickless mutes. The screen makes configuration of per-channel pan-law settings, pre- or post-fader sends, and channel and MIDI CC routing simple and intuitive. Save your settings in one of seven preset slots for easy recall for your next set or session.

We designed Xer Mixa to be as compact as possible, with a streamlined and compact-yet-usable interface. However, if you’re looking for CV control, the 4 HP Expando Expandi adds 8 freely assignable CV inputs to the Xer Mixa. Connect up to two Expando Expandi to Xer Mixa for easy CV control over channel levels, pan, aux sends, and more. Xer Mixa and Expando Expandi are also available individually.

Xer Mixa can also be oriented with the jacks at the top or the bottom: a simple system setting inverts the screen for easy customization to fit your rig. And despite its extensive I/O, Xer Mixa clocks in at just 32 HP. Whether you have a massive studio rig or a compact performance system, Xer Mixa is the perfect choice for a tactile, expressive mixing experience."

L-1 Discrete 16-channel Vocoder First Test

video upload by Aleksei Laman

"This is just first test of the new Vocoder.
Simply saw wave direct from the oscillator as carrier.
More videos a bit later."

L-1 Discrete 16-channel Vocoder. Driven from vocal sample.

video upload by

"L-1 Vocoder runs from vocal samle. Not very good quality sample but will make better a bit later.
Simply saw wave direct from the oscillator as carrier."

Background Modulars No.1 - ARP 2500

video upload by Memetune Studio

"Can't find a real vintage ARP 2500? No worries! Just put this video on in the background (in full-screen mode), and have the next best thing 😁

Here is 10 minutes of self-playing modular synthesiser goodness. Why not put it on loop - then you can have it bubbling away in the background while you do other things

I might do more of these - what do you think?

Cheers! Benge'

Sequencer Therapy Part 2 - October 21 2023

video upload by John L Rice

"Expanding off the patch from the previous video: besides several tweaks I added in the Club Of The Knobs Ratchet Sequencer and a Moon Modular 569 sequencer to control it. I also played along on an ExpressiveE Osmose keyboard and a Roland Integra7. #modularsynth #sequencer #electronicmusic"

MODAL ARGON8 - "Oxygen" Sound Pack

video upload by LFOstore

"Modal Electronics Argon8, Argon8M and Argon8X "Oxygen" sound bank 64 new patches!

Buy: https://www.inspireuplift.com/Modal-E...

The set will complement your library with both the sounds of classic synthesizers and the psychedelic textures, space of wave table synthesis

Soundset here you will find:

Atmos
Pads
Rhytmic Sequence
Soundtrack
Ambient SFX
Texture

The demo tune was recorded in real time and does not contain external effects and overlays.

Made by Alexander Kav"

BITWIG 5.1 Beta: Six Voice Stack GRID Experiments

video upload by DATABROTH

"Some experiments using voice stack in Bitwig 5.1 Beta

check out my wavetables and presets at https://gumroad.com/databroth
join my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/databroth
join my discord as well https://discord.gg/8XVBCYpv8e

00:00 Experiment 1
01:32 Experiment 2
02:11 Experiment 3
02:52 Experiment 4
03:35 Experiment 5
04:33 Experiment 6"

Vothar WaveFolder

video upload by gotharman

"Playing with the Zaturn WaveFolder and the Vothar8 filters :)
In this patch, the wavefolder is placed after the Vothar filters.
www.gotharman.dk"

"Crooked Teeth" Cover ♬ Death Cab for Cutie on Gotharman's Little deFormer 3 #TTNM

video upload by THE TUESDAY NIGHT MACHINES

"Here's another Gotharman's Little deFormer 3 groovebox song-mode thing. A weird synth cover of Death Cab for Cutie's 'Crooked Teeth'. Some liberties were taken ;-P
All sounds created and sequenced on the LD3. Voice recorded separately and mixed and processed on a Zoom R16."

Fell in Love with a Girl / The White Stripes / Covered with Gotharman's Little deFormer 3 #TTNM


"Gotharman's Little deFormer 3 synthesizer covers The White Stripe's 'Fell in Love with a Girl'. This has been a favorite song of mine, ever since I learned power chords on my Squier electric guitar. I'm way past that though and just let synths play for me nowadays. Well ... after I program those songs manually into their memory for hours on end ... although with the Little deFormer 3's "song mode" it's actually fun and even a zen-like experience ;-P

All sounds made on the LD3. Voice sampled and sequenced and then deFormed with onboard FX."

Gotharman website: http://gotharman.dk

Discover more of THE TUESDAY NIGHT MACHINES:
https://nightmachines.bandcamp.com
https://nightmachines.tv

MiMa playing keys on Huey Lewis - The Power Of Love

video upload by mima85

"Yes, I'm a big fan ot Back To The Future :-D

As doing only the synth brass chords would have resulted in a quite boring video, I decided to play also the bass part with the left hand to make it more interesting."

Power Mask sound bank by Pulsophonic for Kodamo Mask 1

video upload by Pulsophonic

"Free Soundbank for Kodamo Mask 1
No extra effect in this video.

http://www.pulsophonic.com/mask1"

Korg 800 DV

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via this auction

"Excellent working order, caps replaced, a few feeders and switches replaced, fully tested and ready to go."

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44 Space Walnut Cased Dotcom Modular Synthesizer System w/ Dual Keyboards

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via this auction, also on Reverb

"This system is ready to go with 6 VCOs, 2 unique VCFs, 4 ADSRs, and MANY other modules."

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MYSTIC FREQUENCIES - Openlabs Opensynth NEKO - No Talking DEMO

video upload by Mystic Frequencies

"Quick no talking Demonstration of the NEkO by Openlabs.
A dual CPU PC/Windows XP computer based Synthesizer."

Derailed latest release on Minimal City Vol 3 from Petit Victory Collective #synthesizer #dnb

video upload by HANJŌ

Three Songs with the SOLTON DISCO 64

video upload by

"Auto accompaniment unicorn galore!
Boy this thing is as rare as it is cool - the predecessor of the Solton Programmer 24.

Not really a disco machine per se - quite a few machines featured Disco in their names for no other reason than the hype and coolness of the genre at the time (late 70s / early 80s).
But this is a unique auto-accompaniment beast with a string machine, a monophonic bass synth with individual volumes for each section, mute options, 4 bass line variations, cut-off and resonance filter, different chord sounds and of course an analog drum machine with individual sound mute options.
You can play the string machine and bass synth like a keyboard, independently from the auto comp section so it's a monophonic and polyphonic synth as well as an auto accompaniment unit.
Apart from separate outputs for the drums and auto comp section, this one came modded with a separate output for the string machine, quite useful for running it through effects.

Vintage Audio Institute Italia is a music studio and gear vendor in Florence, Italy."

Additional SOLTON DISCO 64 posts.