How A Place to Bury Strangers made an LP into a DIY synth

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"We've got to get this on every track": How A Place to Bury Strangers made an LP into a DIY synth

video upload by MusicRadar Tech

User demo below.

"Between his noise rock outfit A Place To Bury Strangers – dubbed 'the loudest band in New York' – and his pedal company Death By Audio, Oliver Ackermann is no stranger to DIY noisemaking. The band's latest album, Synthesizer, takes things a step further though. Not only did Ackermann design and build his own DIY synth, which is featured on every track of the album, but the instrument's circuit design also provides the cover art for the vinyl LP, allowing fans to recreate the synth at home – albeit with a substantial amount of DIY required.

Synthesizer by A Place to Bury Strangers is out now:
https://www.aplacetoburystrangers.com/

Find out more about Death By Audio:
https://deathbyaudio.com/

In this video:
00:25 – How did the idea for Synthesizer come about?
01:22 – How does the synth function?
01:59 – Synthesizer demo
03:17 – Background to the synth's design
04:02 – How easy is the DIY project?
04:42 – Influences behind the synth
05:45 – Recording the album
06:36 – Capturing the energy of the live shows
07:50 – Founding Death By Audio
09:35 – Designing pedals
11:55 – How has technology changed DIY music?
13:07 – More Synthesizer demos"

A Place To Bury Strangers / Synthesizer Album Cover / Death By Audio

video upload by GizmoMusicJapan

"Death by audio's synth for the new album "A place to bury strangers". Complete with assembly instruction manual" via this listing.

The original kit went for $202.99.

You can find the album minus the parts on Amazon and Discogs.

Note there are multiple versions of the vinyl on Discogs. As always, do your research before buying.

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Craig Padilla - Solina Movement 4 (ARP Solina String Ensemble and Source Audio Pedals Improvisation)

video upload by Craig Padilla

"This is more ambient spacemusic from the 2024 album 'SOLINA' by Craig Padilla. The improvised performance was captured live on three cameras, performed on an ARP SE-IV Electronic Music Synthesizer using COLLIDER and LUNAR effects pedals by Source Audio which run through a long decaying looper plug-in called ElotTronix XL. Everything you see and hear is performed live in the moment without any overdubs.

The ARP SE-IV String Ensemble is a classic synthesizer that was used on many albums by a variety of artists throughout the 70's. It certainly has a warm and inspiring sound which makes it so much fun to play."

Behind The Drums Ep 06 - A-ha "Take On Me" Linndrum with Yamaha DX7

video upload by Controlled Voltage Sound Labs

"An in depth look at the making of A-ha's international hit 'Take On Me.' Video includes a re-creation of the drum beat using a Linndrum and Yamaha DX7."

Morphor Echo Analogue Quad Tap BBD Stereo Delay - Demo & Tutorial

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We explore Echo, a recently released Analogue Quad Tap Bucket-Brigade Stereo Delay module. We go through all of its features with a Morphor Plectrum as the sound source, including the stereo modes, external tempo and CV, and external feedback-signal processing.

To our demo of the Morphor Plectrum, please check out • Morphor Plectrum: Analog Karplus-stro... [posted here]

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:57 Bucket-Brigade Delay demo with Morphor Plectrum
03:19 Using individual taps
04:01 Stereo panning modes (ping pong, traverse, chaos)
07:01 Tempo Sync modes (tap tempo and external sync)
10:04 CV parameter control
12:40 External feedback processing (with Doepfer WASP filter)
15:35 A demo of the Echo with Arturia Stage 73 electric piano
19:35 Conclusion
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Two Rings ~ Ultralocrian

video upload by Ebotronix

"two years since Emilie Gillet has left the Eurorack buiding....
Mutable Instruments, Plaids, Ripples, 2x Rings,2x Veils, Clouds, Beads,Ears,
Tunefish, Shades, 2x µPeaks, µVeils, Ornament and Crime,
Flame Airlectron,
Strymon Big Sky MX controlled by
ATO Faderbank 16 n with Midi CC !
09.01.2025
vid # 2455"

Jamuary 2025 | Episode 9 - No time

video upload by MPTY

"#jamuary2025 really fast one because i came back at 9pm :D
I wish I had a little bit more time on this one :)"

Leploop v3 X Octatrack MK2 Jam

video upload by KURSA.

"Small jam and writing for upcoming live set tours."

1-min Modor DR-2 Jam

video upload by Modor Music

"Modor DR-2 1 minute jam using following synthesis models:
Saw Synth
Claps
Ride Cymbal(*)
Noise BD
Basic SN

(*) indicated 'Hihat' in the video, but it is the Ride Cymbal model. Apologies! :-)"

Depeche Mode Synth Bass

video upload by Alex Ball

"A look at the bass line to Depeche Mode's classic track 'Enjoy the Silence' and how it was created with the Roland System 700.

0:00 Intro & History
1:37 Recreating the Sound
4:46 Making your own version
6:07 Sample Pack
6:38 Cover of Enjoy the Silence

Huge thanks to Clemens Wenners for stepping in on vocals, I tried myself and the world shall never hear that result. :)"

Session w/ Prophet-10, Rhodes MK2, OP-1 field, Guitar | Mad Realm 2025-01-09 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created using guitar, ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, Rhodes MK2, and ‪@teenageengineering‬ OP-1 field. The Prophet-10 plays the melody along with the guitar harmony. The OP-1 field processes a simple rhythm with effects. The string section in the middle is produced using a VST instrument within a DAW.

The bass is recorded through SANSAMP's BASS DRIVER."

Dire Straits Money For Nothing ~ Vintage Synthesizer Recreation ~ RetroSound

video upload by RetroSound

"(c)2007-25 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi

❤️ Support #RetroSound​ channel: https://retrosound.creator-spring.com

One of my favorite tracks from the 80s.
Money For Nothing by the Dire Straits from the album Brothers In Arms (1985)
Written by Mark Knopfler and Sting
The video for the song was the first to be broadcast by the music channel MTV Europe 1987.

Features the Yamaha DX7 II FM synthesizer and the E-MU Emulator II sampling synthesizer

This cover song series contains my own recreations of my favourite songs from the last 50 years. The original music from which I take inspiration belong to their respective owners. I recreate tracks only for personal passion and to pay homage to these tracks.
My intention is not to create covers that sound exactly like the original (if you want to hear identical sounds, please listen the original). It's more of an inspiration with my sounds from the old synthesizers from the past and of course the great appreciation for the original performers and producers."

#Jamuary 9th 2025 - "Rubber Hats"

video upload by Captain Credible

"D.I.Y. FM Synthesis and boutique FM Synthesis side by side. Can you tell the difference?
#jamuary2025 #jam #dawless #polyendtracker #OP-1 #gatextal #fmsynthesis"

JAMUARY 2025 #9

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Happy new modular year!

Pamela's new workout
Battering ram
Noiswasp
2OPFM
Bean jelly
AHH, diff-rect, Noise, Quadratt, Line out

4U 50hp recorded live into Syntakt reverb and delay"

VCV SEQ3 \ Improvised Patch Tutorial

video upload by Omri Cohen

"You can find this patch, along with many others, available on my Patreon page - / 119494313
I publish regularly on Patreon additional patch from scratch videos - / 411040

00:00 - Introduction
00:43 - Sequencing pitch
04:02 - Sequencing tempo
07:17 - Adding a switch
11:29 - Join us on Patreon
11:48 - Variation in pitch
15:39 - Adding another voice
20:17 - Stereo
23:44 - Third voice"

HOW TO WIRE A COFFEE POT INTO A SYNTHESIZER

video upload by LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER

"Thats right. its time to get an analog brew on!
watch/download the WAV of the full brew, and also support these videos over here :- / lookmumnocomputer"

Sequential Pro 3 37-Key 3-Voice Monophonic / Paraphonic Synthesizer SN 01027

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via this listing

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Roland SH-101 32-Key Monophonic Synthesizer SN 278920

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via this listing

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"This unit was recently serviced and is working perfectly. Incudes original manual and an aftermarket 9VDC power supply. **Missing strap peg that would attach to the right side to the bottom panel.

Serial number: 278920"

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Roland System 100 Model 103 Mixing Amplifier Module SN 701284 w/ Original Box

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via this listing

Apparently this is the same unit featuring in this video posted earlier today.

"Roland System-100 Model 103. The original box and Japanese manual are included. The unit has been tested, and all channels are working perfectly. The spring reverb is exceptionally effective. While the exterior shows some minor scuffs, there is no significant damage. A demo video has been uploaded to YouTube, so please take a look!"

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Roland Jupiter 6 61-Key Synthesizer with Europa Mod SN 333135

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via this listing

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Yamaha SK30 Symphonic Ensemble

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via this listing

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Roland VP330 Vocoder Plus SN 840317

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via this listing

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Chill House Music for Relaxation and Dreaming | Live Session on Korg Minilogue XD + Akai MPK Mini

video upload by Nativica

"'Dream Beats' is a relaxing live session featuring atmospheric house rhythms and soft piano melodies. This track creates a soothing and inspiring ambiance, perfect for unwinding, working, or setting a cozy mood.

Instruments & Programs Used:
Korg Minilogue XD
Akai MPK Mini
Ableton Live

Experience the harmony of live music and let the dreamy vibes take you away!"

Ambient - Nativica

The SynthSummitShow : Erica Synths and the Steampipe livestream interview

video upload by Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit

"Welcome back to the SynthSummitShow a live streamed interview show with some of the most interesting people in the music technology space. This episode I speak directly with Girts and Martijn of Erica Synths and 112db respectively. We will dive into their new device the Steampipe. Steampipe is an 8 voice physical modeling synthesizer"

A Colourful Modular Synthesizer // Who & What is BugBrand?

video upload by DivKid

"Some time ago around a visit down to Bristol I got the chance to go and see Tom from BugBrand (again, first visit linked below). The then new Phase standalone box and Phaser module were out on show so we had a listen and chat about them but spoke more generally about who and what BugBrand is, how Tom works and the development of the equipment he builds."

Bananas, Synths & Studio FX - An interview with Tom Bugs of Bug Brand [posted here]

**TIMING INDEX // CHAPTERS **

00:00 Intro
01:15 Who & what is BugBrand?
09:11 Modular synths as limited creative instruments
14:47 Phaser & product development
23:25 How BugBrand operate (differently)

Does it Swarm? Verbos Electronics Sawtooth Stack Demo

video upload by Stazma

"Today we go for a proper dive into the Sawtooth Stack from Verbos Electronics.

This big module (or small synth, as you prefer) is based around five discrete VCO with the signature Verbos Electronics sound, that you can detune and spread using a few carefulle tuned set of controls.

It is a full stereo synth voice with two modulation sources and a stereo VCA and you control all the parameters and play the synth via Midi wich is a first for Verbos.

Have fun!"

Korg monopoly, Analogue Solutions Fusebox X, TR606, microrack sequence.

video upload by Analogue Solutions

"Korg monopoly, Analogue Solutions Fusebox X, TR606, microrack sequence. DAWless quick playabout"

StepPolyArp Jan 2025 Update: Amazing (iOS & Mac AUv3 Sequencer & Arp)

video upload by Gavinski’s Tutorials

"StepPolyArp just got an incredible new free update (Jan 2025). In this video I go through all the main features of the update.

🟠 If you haven’t seen it yet, my main spoken walkthrough on StepPolyArp from a few years ago is well worth a watch, I think it is one of the best videos I ever made:"

https://www.patreon.com/Gavinski

StepPolyArp Unit iOS Arp & Sequencer Deep Dive Tutorial Walkthrough (Outstanding Midi App)


StepPolyArp Unit is a truly OUTSTANDING polyphonic and poly rhythmic midi step arpeggiator and step sequencer AUv3 for iOS (both iPhone and iPad!). Put simply, it is one of the best midi apps there is for iOS and I recommend it without reservation. In this video tutorial I walk you through all the main features of the app and provide plenty of tips for creative uses as well as suggesting good apps to combine it with for even more powerful midi madness. I finish up with a review of the app's strong points and mention a few ideas for improvements.

Timestamps:
00:00 StepPolyArp Intro & giveaway ideas
01:49 Musical example & Overview of Step Poly Arp main features including event editing
15:28 Arp pattern and note order types
21:33 Using polyrhythms to make something beautiful & complex from something super simple
25:53 Arp vs sequence mode, line edit & intervals, using as a drum sequencer
32:24 Step edit & CC modulation
35:05 Using Step Poly Arp to modulate a synth filter
39:16 Using patterns, song mode, switching scales in song mode, latch mode
45:13 Ideas for creative uses and other apps that play nicely with SPA, like Atom 2, Rozeta Scaler, MidiGATEs, Midi Tools.
53:36 How to share patterns between instances
54:22 Sending lanes out on separate midi channels to different synths
56:31 Using multiple instances
58:25 Final thoughts and overall review

You can find additional posts featuring StepPolyArp here.

Redshift 6 - Super Pluck Pad

video upload by Supercritical Synthesizers

"The patch on this tweak is Redshift 6’s preset patch - SUPER PLUCK PAD.

Redshift 6 is sequenced from DAW and all the parts: lower pad, melody and chords use the same patch. Besides the DAW’s native delay (20% wet), there is no other audio effects such as compressor or limiter."

Godwin DrumMaker32 & Friends "Italian Electric Current Only"... trigger control/handmade LiveJam

video upload by VSMI - Vintage Synths Made in Italy

"Godwin DrumMaker32 it's a 1982 complete accompaniment section with rhythms, arpeggios, chords and bass. All analog and his trigger control two channel of Davoli Drum Synth Effects.

Bass play on Jen SX1000, solo on Jen SX2000.
Everythings handmade and as is...
Alesis Alex reverb
Yamaha SPF50D echo"

Kawai R-50e All Preset Patterns Demo Digital Drum Machine

video upload by Rec Gear Demos

Roland System100 Model 103 Spring reverb Mixei

video upload by Rec Gear Demos

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Nireus (FLUX+Viola+Buchla)

video upload by SOMA Laboratory

FLUX — Anton Riehl
Viola — Clara Takarabe

E-mu MP-7 and Polyend Press

video upload by Isobutane

Update:

E-MU Command Station MP-7

Elektron Analog RYTM MK II - Doing even MORE with this thing!!!

video upload by eM

"Switching back to RYTM. If you have one of these, you'll find where single handedly playing with it, forces you to squeeze so much excellence out of it. I'm still barely touching the surface of this thing, but i am having loads of fun... just getting the sheer fun out of a drum machine such as this does the justice I need. (sorry there was a slight audio glitch at 3:52 :-{ )

What's challenging for me, is going from using a Digitakt, the way the patterns are performed there, is very different when doing it on the RYTM. Whatever you change or alter, when you go to a different patter, it keeps the same kit. All of the same parameter changes you have done, if you haven't changed the kit, it will basically carry into the next pattern. Kinda forces you to perceive outside of the Digitakt box. Still heaps of fun though! Enjoy!"

The EKO Computerhythm history

video upload by M&M

"This video tell the story of the evolution of EKO Computerhythm"

You can find additional posts featuring the EKO Computerythm here.

Snowy Landscape / Surly Moonlander Cycling 札幌⇄江別 75km (2025/1/5)

video upload by Hitoshi Koizumi

"Surly Moonlander bike / Moog One synth sound"