Aggressive Sounds From an Aggressive Synth : Korg MonoPoly

video upload by HanzVolt

"I basically use my MonoPoly as a nasty angry monosynth. Maybe some MPs out there like to make pad sounds but mine doesn't like pads... Who am I to argue. Original music and most sounds are MonoPoly #synthrenegades #korgmonopoly #korg"

Oberheim FVS 1 - Song Demo and Random Repair Pictures

video upload by mysterycircuits

"Oberheim FVS-1. Repaired over the span of one year! Here's a demo I made after the repair. Drums are from an Ace-Tone FR-70, and all the rest of the tracks are the Oberheim. Stereo panning from the Oberheim's Mixer module. Pictures are various shots I took to document the repairs.

Song and pictures 2024, Mike Walters, Mystery Circuits, Chapel Hill, NC
www.mysterycircuits.com"

Ampulla - Noise box/Drone voice

video upload by DecadeBridge

"Jump to the timestamps below.
Ampulla is a contact mic instrument that comes with interchangeable plates and all the hardware required to put together your own noise box. It also features an external input for a contact mic or to use the preamp as a subtle distortion for other equipment.
Ampulla also has a drone voice that can be switched on and off. This is also affected by the onboard contact mic or incoming external signal.
Ampulla's first output is a mix of the contact mic and drone voice. It's second output is solely for the drone voice.

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Timestamps:-
00:29 Running the base plate through guitar pedals
01:47 Drone voice
03:43 External contact mic and drone voice
04:13 External contact mic on throat (excuse the groan!)
04:43 Pocket operator into external input for distortion
05:27 Pocket operator affecting the onboard drone voice
06:16 Back to distorting beats from the PO12
07:26 BOWL PLATE through guitar pedals
09:30 Bowl plate through Microcosm
13:28 SPRING PLATE through microcosm
25:56 Drone voice"

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Muse Firmware v1.3.0 Firmware Released

Mini press release follows:

"Muse Firmware v1.3.0: Enhancing User Experience

Moog Music is excited to announce the release of firmware update v1.3.0 for Muse. This update introduces key improvements in response to customer feedback that elevates the creative possibilities for all Muse owners.

Muse Firmware v1.3.0 Highlights:

► Significant system-wide optimizations to reduce latency
► Improved Diffusion Delay audio fidelity
► Improved velocity response
► Improved Mod Map behavior

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Moog Muse Analogue Polysynth SonicLAB Review

video upload by sonicstate

"Extra demo and Muse samples already at https://patreon.com/sonicstate
Moog's Muse is the first big release under the new management of inMusic - its an analogue 8 voice poly with 2 oscillators (+ a mod oscillator that can be a 3rd) 3 additional LFOs, twin ladder filters, two ADSRs, sequencer and arpeggiator, dual Diffusion Delay , 16 slot Mod Map.

The electronics have roots in the Voyager / Matriarch and vintage modules to give it plenty of Moog history.

It's also bi-timbral with split or layer options.

Available now, priced at £2999 /$3499"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Yamaha RS7000

video upload by Isobutane

"All sounds from Yamaha RS7000.
Thanks for watching."

Full Moon Awareness /// Cascadia, Pulsar, Strega, OB6

video upload by Jon Gee

"It’s behind a wall of grey clouds….

Thx ‪@chris_economou‬ for camera B and the sincere vibrations."

Cherry Audio | Filtomika - A Filter to Atomize Your Sound

video upload by Cherry Audio

Press release follows:

December 17, 2024 -- Cherry Audio has unveiled its latest music production innovations, the Filtomika Effect Plugin and the Cherry Audio/MRB Filtomika Module Collection for Voltage Modular, building on the legendary Polivoks synthesizer and the multi-mode filter from Cherry Audio’s recently released Atomika synthesizer.

Filtomika Filter Effect Plugin

The Filtomika plugin offers an entirely new experience for audio processing. With Mark Barton’s expertly crafted circuit-modeled DSP, Filtomika extends the sonic boundaries beyond Vladimir Kuzmin’s original programmable op-amp filter design with features like:
Extended waveforms for its syncable LFO modulator: ramp, sawtooth, triangle, square, noise, and random (sample & hold).
Expanded filter response modes, including highpass, notch, and peak, in addition to standard lowpass and bandpass modes.
Atomika’s unique Starve, Filter Drive, and Amp Drive controls for a broader creative sound palette.
An envelope follower that allows the relative amplitude of input signals to control cutoff frequency for wicked auto-wah effects.
The Filtomika plugin allows users to process a wide range of audio sources, such as drums, guitars, synthesizers, and vocals. Whether aiming for subtle alterations or radical, otherworldly results, Filtomika delivers.

Additional features include a user-friendly preset browser with over 30 production-ready presets. It offers comprehensive MIDI control and DAW automation, including intuitive MIDI mapping capabilities. Filtomika is suitable for both mono and stereo sources, as an insert or bus effect, and the plugin is provided in AU, VST, VST3, AAX, and standalone formats.

Filtomika is available for just $19 at cherryaudio.com and from authorized resellers. Registered owners of Atomika purchasing Filtomika directly from Cherry Audio receive an exclusive 20% discount ($15) at checkout. A free 30-day trial ensures users can explore all that Filtomika offers risk-free.

Filtomika Module Collection for Voltage Modular

Also available is the Cherry Audio/MRB Filtomika Module Collection, designed exclusively for Cherry Audio’s popular Voltage Modular virtual modular platform. The collection includes:
Filtomika Module and Poly Filtomika Module, with poly-style I/O for deeper modulations.
Over 50 presets designed for patch categories like Arpeggios, Basses, Pads, Leads, Polys, and more.
Available exclusively through Cherry Audio for only $15, the Filtomika Module Collection provides a flexible way to integrate Mark Barton’s astounding Atomika filter designs into the modular workflow.

Cherry Audio’s new Filtomika releases are ideal for producers and sound designers looking to reshape their sound with the unpredictable results found in Atomika, already celebrated for its grit, character, and powerful sonic impact. Whether integrating Filtomika into a DAW-based production or using it in the virtual modular format, these innovative tools promise to bring similar dynamic and savage results to the broader sonic world beyond synthesizers.

Visit cherryaudio.com for additional product details and system requirements, as well as an extensive collection of preset sound demos for both Filtomika and the Cherry Audio/MRB Filtomika Module Collection for Voltage Modular.

None Stop Music On The EMS VCS4 - A One Off Synth From The EMS Labs Putney

video upload by LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER

"This is Music i made on the EMS VCS4 on a 2 day residency at the GOLDSMITHS EMS studio. The Ep is available :- -- VCS4 COLLECTION --
BANDCAMP all the songs VCS4 Collection (pay what you want) :-"

Audrey II by Synthux Academy

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"The Audrey II is not a eurorack module, but it's 3U and it fits perfectly. It's line level but I had no problems using it in the modular case. Audrey refers to the man-eating plant in the Little Shop of Horrors, but it doesn't sound horrific at all. If you love the sound of feedback. It's advertised as a Horrorscape synth so it can easily score a scary movie. If you're a channel regular you may know I love feedback patching and I have a 'cybernetics' series.

Audrey uses a complex structure of noise, feedback, filters, possibly a bit of physical modelling or resonating, more feedback and finally a pitch shifting filter that can also self-oscillate. So it basically creates self-oscillating harmonies. Personally, I think it sounds just beautiful and I can listen to it for hours.

But after 24 hours you may want to take it a few steps further and the modular is just the perfect enviroment to do just that.

The Audrey is made by the Synthux Academy. I't a non-profit foundation with a mission to build unique instruments, to help them play, build and code them yourself, to provide online masterclasses and beginner's courses, etc. It doesn't come cheap when you order it built, but the DIY kit is super easy to solder (anyone can do it) and it's great fun to play. Obviously all revenue goes back into the foundation and Audrey II is an important step towards a future. So it's been an honour to support it. Audrey II is not for everyone but if you're aspiring to program your own DSP modules or just 'borrow' other people's code and hack a few lines of code, Synthux offers great resources to get started. This video is sponsored, but it's sponsored by me because I believe in this stuff. It helps me to make special videos.

I will definitely explore the buidling blocks of Audrey and try to find out if it's possible to 'make' one with existing modules or VCV. I'll also investigate bit of Daisy Seed programming, and maybe I'll succeed in porting a Versio firmware into something I've always wanted. The Reversio..."

Emulator II 40th Anniversary | Podcast

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the groundbreaking E-mu Systems Emulator II sampler, Dave Rossum, Kevin Monahan and Paul Wiffen share inside stories of the development and manufacture of the instrument, their struggles to get around the technological limitations of the time and how the instrument was widely adopted by bands, artists and pop culture.

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
01:50 - The Origins Of The Emulator
03:59 - The E-mu Name
04:57 - Kevin's Background
08:09 - Paul's Background
11:19 - The Motivation For Creating Emulator II
16:26 - Specific Challenges
25:19 - The Challenges Of Adding Hard Drives
30:35 - How Did The Iconic Industrial Design Come About?
35:11 - Having Two Disc Drives
38:22 - How Artists Responded To The Emulator II
46:46 - Using Sampling To Create Novelty Sounds
56:08 - Kevin's Contribution To Ferris Bueller's Day Off
57:37 - The Legacy Of The Emulator II And Sampling

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Arturia PolyBrute 12 - Divine Split!

video upload by Scott McAuley Sounds

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

Casio CZ-1000 Synthesizer Demo

video upload by gstormelectro

"Audio + Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2024

Today the Casio CZ-1000 is giving me the feels with an Eventide Timefactor. Original patches, recorded direct via Roland GO:Mixer Pro-X."

G-Storm Electro:
MUSIC https://gstormelectro.bandcamp.com/
BLOG http://gstormelectronica.blogspot.com/
LISTEN/DOWNLOAD http://soundcloud.com/gstormelectro
REVERB via The Malcolm Cecil Reverb Shop

Roland D10 - Part 3 - Presets Sound Demo - No Talking

video upload by Runningonair

"In this video I demo most of the presets from the Roland D10."

Additional Runningonair Roland D10 posts

Kurzweil K2600XS 88-Key Digital Sampling Workstation Synthesizer

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"Comes with original box and a freshly replaced clock battery! A couple of screws seem to be missing (as pictured) and some of the screw heads are a little rough. The synth plays wonderfully and is tested and working well. Weighing in at 72 lbs. this was the best sampling workstation you could get back in the 1990's, replacing the K2500 series. With 32 tracks of sequencing real feel weighted piano keys and just about every sound you'd ever need. Keep in mind this relic of the synth past will show its age on some of the onboard patches while others are ageless. This was the go to for a lot of pros and you can hear the Kurzweil pianos and orchestra patches on tons of hits from yesteryear."

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Signed Access Virus Indigo 2 REDBACK LIMITED EDITION of 500

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Korg Maxi-Korg 800DV/Univox K-3 Mid-70’s SN 760200

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Korg SQ-10 Analog Sequencer SN 153173

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"The Korg SQ-10 sequencer was designed originally for the MS-10/20/50 series of analog synths. Truly, a one-of-a-kind sequencer with 3 channels of control. This is the Japanese 110v version with the preferable black plastic sides. Another version had sides made of particle board.

I bought this about 10 years ago. The previous owner advised he had never used a voltage converter with this, and that it worked just fine with US voltage. And he was right, I've never had any issues! Step up/down converters can be found online via Ebay, Amazon, etc. if so desired."

Note this SN was listed back in 2021.

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Cheetah MS6 Synthesizer SN 1849 J

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"It was working until recently when it stopped turning on."

Pics of the inside below.

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Rhodes Chroma Polaris

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Neutral Labs Scrooge and Elmyra 2

video upload by Jon Gee

"Scrooged!!

Further explorations with the Neutral Labs synths."

This Synth's Movement is NEXT LEVEL - UDO Audio Super 8 in Action!

video upload by Hand in Hand Distribution

"The @udo_audio Super 8 proudly upholds the prestigious legacy set by its predecessors—the mind-blowing Super Gemini and the iconic Super 6.

With 16 voices, dual layers, and the unmatched playability of its bigger brother, the Super 8 delivers all of this in a sleek, more compact form.

It effortlessly sculpts sound, pulling you into a creative flow so immersive, you’ll lose track of time. Before long, hours will vanish, and you’ll find yourself grinning ear to ear.

That’s the magic of the UDO sound.

We highly suggest wearing headphones for the best experience."

A Small Wall of Test Equipment: My Modular Setup For 2025

video upload by HAINBACH

"I have made so many Eurorack modular setups in the past, none of them stuck around as an instrument. For 2025 I want to create one that enables me to perform my test equipment music live, relying heavily on the ‪@joranalogue‬ Collide 4."

00:00 The Problem I am Trying to Solve
01:33 Module Overview
06:35 Patching
13:35 Exploring Phase Output
16:21 Sound Examples
19:45 Adding Tape Loops
20:57 Final Thoughts

Waldorf Introduces Blofeld Plugin - Sounddemo | Trailer & Tutorial

video upload by WaldorfMusicChannel

Blofeld Plugin - Tutorial

video upload by WaldorfMusicChannel

via Waldorf

The versatile Waldorf synthesizer classic Blofeld now also available as a plugin for your DAW.

With the Blofeld plugin you can also control your hardware and it is compatible with existing Blofeld soundsets.

The sound generation of the Blofeld plugin delivers the typical fat and rich Waldorf sound character that so many Waldorf users worldwide love when they are playing their Q, Q+, Microwave, Microwave II/XT or even the flagship, the Wave. The secret of its sound is a powerful wavetable engine that enables these intense and expressive sounds.

This unique synthesis system is based on the revolutionary PPG synthesizers of the early 80s. When you hear the Blofeld for the first time, you’ll immediately remember those edgy, assertive or bell-like timbres that have been an integral part of countless worldwide hits since the PPG era.

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Korg microKORG 2 Presets for Ambient, Techno and Electronica (Demo)

video upload by Limbic Bits

▶ "Spectrum" Sound Pack for Korg microKORG 2*: https://limbicbits.com/korg-microkorg...

0:00 Intro
0:37 Overview Pads
1:44 Overview Bass
2:03 Overview Dub Chords
2:38 Overview Leads
2:53 Overview Arp
3:35 PADS
3:36 Boarder Pad
3:55 Cupid Pad
4:33 Overdrive Pad

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Synth Tutorial: How to - Simple Cold Icy ARP Odyssey Lead (Korg Minilogue XD)

video upload by PARKER

✈️ Alesis AIR FX ✈️ 🎧 (no talking) 🎧

video upload by Cutoff Frequency - gear stuff (no talking)

"This is a video demonstrating the sounds of the Alesis AIR FX.

The Alesis AIR FX was released in 2001 and it wasn't much of a commercial succes. At the time I was very reluctant to go on stage with a laptop of any sort, so I was always on the lookout for performative instruments. This ticked all the boxes. Just put it between a sound source and an input and start sculpting your sound in the air. It looks great on stage, all tough it might be something of a insiders thing. Still, it is a bit of a mystery to me why nobody is using these kind of effects. Nowadays they sell for reasonable prices, so I wouldn't hesitate to buy one if mine broke."

0:00 Insert effects
8:32 Air FX as a sound source

GliGli's Overcycler Demo

video upload by Ticco Ross

"When I heard that the guy that designed the famous Sequential Circuits Prophet 600 mod was going to release a low cost synthesizer based on the ssm2044 filters, I knew right then that it was going to be an amazing project.
A man only design, develop and build project. With its own sound makes this a unique synth with a lot of possible modulations functions. Here you can hear some patches I made with it."

You can find additional Overcycler posts here.

Bastl Kastle 2 FX WIZARD #1 (with ARP, DRUM and tonic)

video upload by alloutofsync

Introducing: GForce IconDrum

video upload by GForce Software

"GForce Software proudly presents the IconDrum, our homage to a legendary drum machine revising the concept for today’s digital age. The IconDrum provides a bridge connecting the iconic sounds of the early 80s with the creative possibilities offered by modern rhythm creation methods."

via GForce Software

The GForce IconDrum pays homage to the legendary Linn drum machine revising the concept for today’s digital age. The IconDrum provides a bridge connecting the iconic sounds of the early 80s with the creative possibilities offered by modern rhythm creation methods.

Authentic Sound—Immerse yourself in the vibe of old-school drum sounds, recreated and refined for pristine clarity without losing their classic digital warmth. The IconDrum brings you a rich library of 100 authentic sounds, each carrying the soul of the original machine.

Limitless Creativity—Aligned with its innovative feature set, the IconDrum’s sleek and user-friendly interface invites everyone, from beginners to experienced producers, to engage, experiment, and create sounds that are timeless and span a multitude of musical styles.

A LASTING LEGACY INTO THE HEARTBEAT OF MUSIC HISTORY

Like the Oberheim DMX drum machine, the original Linn hardware has left an indelible mark on the soundscape of popular music, crafting the rhythmic foundation of timeless tracks across a spectrum of genres.

From the unmistakable pulse of Prince’s “1999” and Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” to the iconic beat driving The Human League’s “Fascination”, the LinnDrum defined an era. Its rhythms laid the foundation for a-ha’s “Take On Me,” Madonna’s “Lucky Star,” and Billy Idol’s “Eyes Without a Face,” shaping the unmistakable sound of the ’80s. Even Peter Gabriel’s “Sledgehammer” and Stevie Nicks’ “Stand Back” owe their groove to this iconic drum machine.

We’ve included all the original sounds, maintaining their unique character that propelled these classic tracks. The IconDrum also offers many alternatives, expanding the classic sound set to inspire both nostalgic recreations and fresh, innovative productions.

The Drum Machine That Changes Everything: Meet the Behringer LM Drum

video upload by Behringer

"Capture the essence of the music industry’s most legendary drum sounds with the Behringer LM DRUM! The LM DRUM is a classic hybrid sampling drum machine with 109 drum sounds, sample recording, 64-step sequencer, wave designer and dual-mode filter."

Meet the Behringer LM Drum (Part 2)

video upload by Behringer

"Join Patrick (aka PatchDog) as he dives deep into the Behringer LM DRUM—a classic hybrid sampling drum machine packed with 109 drum sounds, sample recording, a 64-step sequencer, wave designer, and a dual-mode filter. In this video, Patrick demonstrates how the LM DRUM can bring both vintage character and modern flexibility to your productions.

00:00 Intro
01:05 Drum Pads
03:18 Live Recording
04:15 Step Mode
05:43 Pattern Mode
06:03 Song Mode
06:32 Live Jam Modes
08:19 Mixer
09:10 Tuning Panel
09:48 Effect Bus
11:12 Sample Banks
12:32 Prince Drum Sound
14:12 Sampling
17:26 Built In Distortion"

HELL MODULAR Techno Session. The Hell Modular Synthesizer is a 5U system.

video upload by Cornel Hecht

"HELL MODULAR Techno Session. The Hell Modular Synthesizer is a 5U system. It offers more space for larger buttons, switches and sockets, making it very ergonomic to use. The controls are placed far apart, which makes handling easier and reduces operating errors. The modules are designed for sound quality and precise tracking. #hellmodular #5umodular #5umodularsystem #modularsynth #modularsynthesizer #modularsynths #analogsynth #analogsynthesizer"

CADENT / ratcheted filter pings / Nekyia Circuits / CADENCE

video upload by BRiES

"There's quite a few layers to this piece, but I want to point your attention to the filter pings that I triggered with the outputs of CADENCE by ‪@NekyiaCircuits‬
The first trigger (offscreen) pings a first filter but is also chained through to the trigger input of the first stage of CADENCE, which consecutively creates 3 more triggers for pinging other filters (tuned in an arp kinda pattern). I love the fact that I can do this with one module instead of having to use 4 seperate envelope modules."