Wednesday, March 06, 2024
Weatherstruck | Ensoniq EPS sampler downtempo electronic somberwave
video upload by MIDERA
"Today, I traded something small (Polyend Tracker) for something big (Ensoniq EPS). I kind of don't know what I was thinking. I knew I was overwhelmed with gear. But I've been debating buying an Ensoniq Mirage again and wondered if this (EPS) would suffice. I'm kind of thinking... yeah, maybe. It's doing everything I felt I did with the Mirage, only in an easier way. It's a higher bitrate, but it's still pretty chunky. I'm liking it. This is after digging around on it for one night, so I don't know if what I did sounds any good. I guess I like it, so that's good enough for me. I have no disks to save the sounds on, so I think this will have to say goodbye and be gone forever.
Still - I'm pretty impressed. The Ensoniq EPS gets dumped on. Not as much character as the Mirage, not as good as the EPS16 plus, and definitely not as good as the ASR10. To me, it seems like it's actually the worst one of the bunch. In no way did I find anyone recommending the EPS over the others mentioned above.
Well, I like it. It was pretty easy to make this and I think it's got some character, in a very similar way as the Mirage. One thing that didn't make sense was that it appears to be stereo based on the outputs, but I'm not sure it actually is.
Eventide Blackhole VST used for reverb."
Casio FZ 1 Overview
video uploads by Synthdude
Playlist:
Casio FZ 1 Overview Part 1 of 5
Casio FZ 1 Overview Part 2 of 5
Casio FZ 1 Overview part 3 of 5 Sampling Rates
Casio FZ 1 Overview part 4 of 5 Wave Synthesis
Casio FZ 1 Overview part 5 of 5 Looping Single Cycle Waveform
Playlist:
Casio FZ 1 Overview Part 1 of 5
Casio FZ 1 Overview Part 2 of 5
Casio FZ 1 Overview part 3 of 5 Sampling Rates
Casio FZ 1 Overview part 4 of 5 Wave Synthesis
Casio FZ 1 Overview part 5 of 5 Looping Single Cycle Waveform
Sequential Circuits Pro-One Vintage Synthesizer Meticulously Refurbished Systematic Test
video upload by tonetweakers
"Here’s the meticulously refurbished sequential circuits pro-one synthesizer we just received a deposit for from one of our customers. In an effort to maintain the highest quality control in the industry, we systematically test most of our high-end items multiple times, over an extended period. After sitting wrapped up in storage for quite some time, this instrument performs flawlessly. Super vigilant synth nerds may notice the drone switch glitched at first - it’s common for switches to do this if they’ve sat unused for a while. This beautiful example of this classic vintage instrument is working perfectly and is sure to make its next owner happy. Contact us through our website if you’d like to buy a pro-one in top shape or various other vintage synths. We work really hard here to make sure our customers get what they paid for, without the surprises or other nonsense typical of most vintage synth sales these days.
Buy vintage gear that works like new at tonetweakers.com"
Also see Tone Tweakers eBay | Reverb
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Polyverse's next plugin FILTERVERSE (coming soon)
video upload by DATABROTH
"This is a brief demo with Filterverse, filterverse is a 3 stage multi filter effect plugin. More info coming very soon
check out my wavetables and presets at https://gumroad.com/databroth
join my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/databroth"
Critter & Guitari New Kaleidoloop
via Critter & Guitari
"Our recorder/looper with mic input, 3W output speaker, and battery power for portability is back with the following newness:
Now has six playback modes. It ships with three speed manipulation modes and three effects. Playback / effect modes are customizable! Modes are coded in Pure Data. Users can create their own modes or upload modes shared with the community.
Looping continues during recording so you can build up layers of sound with just one Kaleidoloop. Smaller form factor: just as fun, just as loud - but more portable.
USB-C Power
The new Kaleidoloop is perfect for all kinds of recording situations, exploration, and experimentation. Use it in the studio or on the go with battery power!
This animation from the original Kaleidoloop doesn’t show the new features such as different playback modes, additional controls, or the ability to re-record the playback, but the spirit is the same!"
Critter & Guitari - Kaleidoloop
video upload by Critter & Guitari
Hangin' Basslines with FUNCTION | Make Noise
video upload by MAKEN0ISE
"The Function’s Hang input can be used to extract or derive simplified versions of a melody, which is great for creating basslines on the fly."
http://www.makenoisemusic.com
Sonocurrent M T2D Eurorack Distortion
video upload by MATTHS
"The M T2D dual triode distortion is a Nutube-based distortion module for the Eurorack format, offering two independent channels which can be patched separately for parallel processing, stereo, or multiple sources, or used in series for more complex distortion of a single source (or simply extreme distortion settings).
Ive been loving this module and you will see why!
Patreon: www.patreon.com/matths
WEBSITE - www.matthsmatthsmatths.com"
5U Modular Synths Are Too Big And Only Good For Melodic Music Like Bach And Berlin School!
video upload by John L Rice
"😜 Some noise music from this little 5U system. A mic is plugged into the Modcan Envelope Follower and the preamp output goes to the input of the Modcan Digital Delay. The feedback loop output of the delay goes to the Free State FX Supra Resonator (MI Rings) and the rings output goes to the Corsynth C103 Frequency Divider/Multiplier, and the C103’s output goes back to the Delay’s feedback loop return. The Encore Electronics UEG is running a CV sequence to the Supra Resonator. There is also some reverb provided my the Yamaha mixer off screen.
#modularsynth #5umodular #electronicmusic"
Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave - Dynamica Vol.2
video upload by Scott McAuley Sounds
Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave - Dynamica Vol.2 Demo Reel 2 of 2
video upload by Scott McAuley Sounds
"Patches will be available at https://www.orano.co.uk/shop or http://www.synthsounds.co.uk
No external effects used - Full Demo Recorded Directly from Synth to Video.
Instalment Volume 2 for this fabulous synth. With some more in depth programming and exploring the strengths and weaknesses if the 3rd Wave, this bank again brings a whole new life to your beloved synth.
Full of Pads, Keys, Basses, Poly Synths, Leads, Sequences and much more, I hope this will bring much inspiration & enjoyment to all of you.
as always thanks a lot for checking these out.
SM"
Korg Opsix - "Berlin Waves" 50 Presets and Sequences
video upload by LFOstore
"Lfo.store presents "Berlin Waves" soundset for mighty Korg Opsix
Buy: https://lfostore.sellfy.store/p/korg-...
More Opsix presets: https://lfostore.sellfy.store/search/...
Working with Hardware & Native version!
Korg Opsix is very inspirative synthesizer with lots of possibilities & easy to use interface.
Inspired by our best seller soundset dedicaited to Klaus Schulze for Korg Wavestate we are continuing series of sounds dedicaited to Berlin music school!
By Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of “Organica” for Waldorf Blofeld & “WS Universe” for Korg Wavestation & Anton Sacral Reason author of series of presets for Korg Wavestate and all the synths from the Behringer.
In the bank you will find:
classical sequences
edge leads
cosmic plucks
evolving arpeggios
deep pads
massive polys
50 amazing presets and sequences are waiting for you and ready to fill your compositions with new colors and inspire creativity.
We done our best for you to immerse into best moments & rising of Berlin electronic music school
Suited for all modern genres of electronic music: retrowave, ambient, trance, house, classic electronica, downtempo.
Welcome to the universe of sounds."
Korg Electribe Sampler 2 - First Sample
video upload by O.Z. Hall
"This is a sample of birds singing in my back yard. Listen to what happens when I slow it down (and add some effects) on the Korg Electribe Sampler 2."
Behringer Edge with the DB-01
video upload by Richard DeHove
"The Edge-DFAM class of machines is an odd category. Not a very good as a synth due to the constant (and necessary) manipulation of the oscillator frequencies. Not particularly good as a drum machine due to the 8-step limitations and the delicate juggling required to squeeze out multiple sounds. And not so great live since there are no presets and too many parameters to easily morph to a different sound. OTOH if you want a random percussion chaos layer then it's the perfect solution.
Of course they're great fun to twiddle and make unexpected discoveries. They also pair up pretty well with more conventional machines to produce a more complex result than you'd get with 'ordinary' synths.
Having owned both the DFAM and Edge I'm happy but hesitant to admit that in a 1:1 matchup I'd choose the Edge. This is entirely due to the MIDI clock options: The sequence must always start at the start - duh. Some people say the DFAM sounds better (whatever that means) but I'm not feeling anything radically different. My only complaint is that the LPF feels murky and doesn't interact with the resonance control in a pleasing way. The HPF is much superior imo and saves the filter section. Of course it may be that I've now been trained by prolonged Polivoks filter exposure to expect satisfying grit and tortured screaming.
Back on the topic of 'Would I use it live', the more I thought about that the more I thought I'd use the LXR-02 instead. Perhaps a video 'The LXR-02 does the DFAM' would be good?
It may also be of interest to note the use of the DB-01 gate output connected to the noise level in Demo 1. It generates some noise percussion when playing normally because of the gate length but this largely disappears when playing the arpeggiator's much shorter gate length.
As usual there are absolutely no external effects or DAW processing.
0:00 Unboxing
1:25 The setup
1:42 MIDI reset
2:27 Clock divider
3:13 Tuning
4:05 Demo 1: Cheese
4:39 Demo 2: Swinger
5:19 Demo 3: Rubber
6:22 Demo 4: Wired
Lots of downloads for supporters on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/richarddehove
Many thanks to my kind patrons who keep this channel ad-free
My website: https://richarddehove.com/"
Steiner Parker Synthacon
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via this auction
You can find a few demos of the Steiner-Parker Synthacon scattered throughout posts here and here.
via this auction
You can find a few demos of the Steiner-Parker Synthacon scattered throughout posts here and here.
Paia Oz Vintage Poly Synth Rare VGC Working
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via this auction
Pics of the inside below.
PAIA Oz synth from the 70s. It’s a cool, portable, battery powered synth organ with full sized keys, 5 octave selectable, trigger out, built in speaker and apparently used by DEVO. I soldered in a new battery holder as the old one looked flimsy and wasn’t making good contact. The ribbon controller is working but it’s more a gimmick and not a true pitch bender. All keys function and all functions work except I haven’t tested the trigger outs. This unit is pretty clean inside and out but it is a vintage DIY synth that’s rare so I’m selling as is and as described. Awesome piece to display in your collection and totally playable. I would imagine that adding a nine volt power supply would be extremely easy as well as adding an audio line out. This kind of begs to be modified into something more but I never got around to it."
via this auction
Pics of the inside below.
PAIA Oz synth from the 70s. It’s a cool, portable, battery powered synth organ with full sized keys, 5 octave selectable, trigger out, built in speaker and apparently used by DEVO. I soldered in a new battery holder as the old one looked flimsy and wasn’t making good contact. The ribbon controller is working but it’s more a gimmick and not a true pitch bender. All keys function and all functions work except I haven’t tested the trigger outs. This unit is pretty clean inside and out but it is a vintage DIY synth that’s rare so I’m selling as is and as described. Awesome piece to display in your collection and totally playable. I would imagine that adding a nine volt power supply would be extremely easy as well as adding an audio line out. This kind of begs to be modified into something more but I never got around to it."
maxim mds-1000 (no talking hq audio)
video upload by #onedrumcomputeraday
"quick demo of this rare simmons sds v clone from japanese company maxim. built in the 80s each card features a SSM2044 filter and some other nice components."
BOX11 TIPS AND TRICKS | Get the Most Out of Your Modular
video upload by synthesizersdotcom
"🎹 Dive into the world of modular synthesis with our latest YouTube video featuring Giulio Carmassi — a maestro of the synthesizer. Get an in-depth look at the Box11 from synthesizers.com and discover insider tips and tricks to unlock your creative potential. 🚀
Whether you're a seasoned synth enthusiast or just starting out, this video is packed with valuable insights that will help you make the most of your Box11. Watch as Giulio Carmassi breaks down complex techniques into easy-to-follow steps, allowing you to explore new sonic territories and refine your sound."
Kawai K1M with Custom Patch Bay. Each sound featured is affected by one or more patch connections.
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video upload by Canned Sound
"Kawai K1M 1988 synthesiser module featuring a custom 25 point modulation patch bay, stackable patch cables, original PSU and an original RAM card. The K1M has 256 8-bit waveforms which can be blended and manipulated with the joystick to create unique evolving sounds. It excels at gritty and atmospheric textures, pads and leads and also includes a range of percussion sounds. The patch bay supplements the instrument's capacity for in-depth sound programming with the generation of a wide range of effects to process your patches including inharmonic sound, bit crushing, aliasing, distortion, digital noise, additional intervals and more. The unit functions as normal when the patch bay is not in use."
via this auction
video upload by Canned Sound
"Kawai K1M 1988 synthesiser module featuring a custom 25 point modulation patch bay, stackable patch cables, original PSU and an original RAM card. The K1M has 256 8-bit waveforms which can be blended and manipulated with the joystick to create unique evolving sounds. It excels at gritty and atmospheric textures, pads and leads and also includes a range of percussion sounds. The patch bay supplements the instrument's capacity for in-depth sound programming with the generation of a wide range of effects to process your patches including inharmonic sound, bit crushing, aliasing, distortion, digital noise, additional intervals and more. The unit functions as normal when the patch bay is not in use."
via this auction
nowhere to go ... elektron syntakt ... psybient
video upload by substan
"first outdoor video of 2024 ... and my first video in 4k.
A performance on the Elektron Syntakt using mostly sounds from my Syntopia Sound Pack: https://substan.gumroad.com/l/syntopia
Recorded in one take into Zoom M4.
Mastered in post.
As always .. the project file, music and Sound Pack are available for my patrons. https://www.patreon.com/substan
The great support from my patrons makes all of this possible ... thank you so much guys !!
Substan Bandcamp Page: https://substan.bandcamp.com"
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