MATRIXSYNTH: Sunday, March 30, 2025


Sunday, March 30, 2025

NRSynth's SEM Module - The "Solo": An "Extended" Version of the SEM


video uploads by Séraphin PALMERI

Playlist:

1. "Pink Floyd On The Run" Module SEM NRSynth
"On The Run" de Pink Floyd avec un clone amélioré du module SEM d'Oberheim, fabriqué par NRSynth, une lutherie éléctronique made in France #pinkfloyd #ontherun #oberheim #sem #NrSynth
2. Tangerine Dream Intro "Ricochet Part 1"
Le module SEM de NRSynth est vraiment parfait pour reproduire l’intro de « Ricochet Part 1 » de Tangerine Dream. https://nrsynth.fr
3. Module SEM NrSynth Démo 1
00:00 Midnight Express
00:57 Star Cycle
01:41 Dervish D.
02:06 Stranger Things
02:44 Il était une fois le Prophet
4. Module SEM NRSynth Démo 2
00:00 Basse 1
00:13 Basse 2
00:26 Fun For Me
00:38 ABACAB
00:54 Welcome To The Machine
01:24 Caverne
02:33 Tange FX
02:49 Chinox
03:04 Percox
5. Tangerine Dream « Monolight (Part 2) » With the Sequential Prophet 6 & Korg Kronos



Details via NRSynth (Google translated)

Oberheim Legacy: In 1974, Tom Oberheim imagined a small synth as an accessory to his DS-2A digital sequencer. But it was Dennis P Collins, a gifted ARP engineer, who designed the multimode filter of the Synth Expander Module (SEM). This unique filter is a 12 db filter that cannot deny its lineage with the ARP 1047 (ARP 2500) and ARP 2023 (white Odyssey MK1) filters, 12 db filters also designed by Dennis P Collins. With two very fat VCOs and a devastating sync (also close to the Odyssey VCOs), the small SEM offers a powerful sound, very present in the mix and very different from Moog and other synths with 24 db filters. So despite its simplicity and a filter that does not enter self-oscillation, we can get a lot of sounds out of it. Accessible and easy to use, the SEM is a success. In 1975, Tom paired first two, then four, into a huge keyboard case, creating the first "true" polyphonic instrument in history, the "Four Voices." In 1976, the SEM was even expanded to eight. Nicknamed the "White Elephant," its sound was as enormous as the instrument itself! But in 1978, the brilliant Prophet-5 made it obsolete, and Tom designed the OB-X, whose channel cards were also clones of the SEM. Subsequently, the OB-XA and OB-8 used Curtis chipsets and no longer had quite the same sound. In 2010, Oberheim reissued the SEM identically, but with all surface-mount components. In 2011, the SEM PRO added just a MIDI interface.

NRsynth "Solo": This is an "extended" version of the SEM, handcrafted with traditional through-hole components. Only the envelopes have been modified for a punchier result; the rest is identical to the original synth. Additionally, the Solo features a sub-oscillator, a glide, white noise, and many more modulation options than the SEM. MIDI velocity is also supported. Finally, the white metal case gives way to a luxurious, classically crafted cabinet with waxed oak sides and black tolex, similar to a Marshall amp.

A patchbook of all Séraphin Palmeri's sounds is included with the device.

Specifications:

VCO: Two discrete VCOs with hard sync, saw, pulse + PW (same as SEM)
Sub-oscillator: Pulse wave – 1 octave below VCO1.
Noise: 100% analog white noise
Multimode 12 dB filter: Same as SEM with LPF, HPF, notch, and bandpass mode. VCA: Analog (same as SEM)
LFO: Analog, triangle wave (same as SEM)
Envelopes: Analog (same as Pro-1) with deactivatable "Release".
Digital LFO: 8 waveforms + tilt, 3 frequency ranges, sync.
Sample and Hold: Analog, sync.
Glide: Analog portamento circuit at the input.
Patchbay: 15 I/O points on 3.5mm jacks (Eurorack compatible).
Rear Connections: Audio I/O and sync on 6.35mm jacks. Reset button.
Dimensions: 30x24x15 cm

Price: €1,390

Dream Soundscapes: Korg Minilogue Meets Sonicware LIVEN Ambient Ø


video upload by Le Code

"The Korg Minilogue is in arpeggiator mode, while the Ambient Liven Ø plays a few notes with the Moss by @tybo_ambientsky pattern.
The Minilogue has an additional effect, with the Nocturnal pedal by Collision Devices, which adds delay and depth to the arp.

AMBIENT MUSIC WITH SONICWARE LIVEN AMBIENT Ø AND KORG MINILOGUE
#ambient #ambientmusic #sonicware #korg #minilogue #ambientpads #collisiondevices

Music written and produced by Alexandre de Charrin
Additional pedals effects : Collision Devices Nocturnal
Recorded with Steinberg UR824

FREE DOWNLOAD
Download my 4-track EP 'Introspection' for free
★ https://bit.ly/3T3Ixai"

Neutral Labs Elmyra 2 firmware v2.3 – new features walkthrough


video upload by nyppy

"Available as DIY kit or assembled desktop synth or Eurorack module. See https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra2 for more info and firmware download.

00:00 Version identification
00:15 Config persistence
00:58 Individual voice volume control
01:34 Dual oscillator MODP
02:07 DJ style filter MODP
02:31 MODP effect chaining
02:58 Sequencer random order
02:58 Sequencer random order
03:16 Penguin of Doom
03:25 Delay mix and outro"

Mystery Vintage Matrix Pump, Tim Smith DIY & Vintage EML



Pictured are a few interesting items for sale from Mike Berman. You can find them here.

I asked him if it would be OK to capture the pictures here as I've never seen the "matrix pump" before. He gave me the all clear. Note this is the first post to feature one. This is a rare piece of synth history.

All Mike knows about it follows: "For me, the nature of the Matrix pump and its affiliation with EML is pure speculation. I always assumed it to be, at best, an unfinished one-off. If you magnify the photo you can read the labels on the controls and they are intriguing. The multi-pin socket on the left side of the MP accepts the same plug that EML sequencers use. That section is labeled 'Synto Interface'. I experimented with various patches and found some functionality in a few of the controls but I don't recall specifics beyond that. "

Below that you can see The Tim Smith box featuring the following section: Explonental Amp, Noise Generator, Lag Processor, and ENV/Gate Generator. I asked Mike is Tim Smith the same Tim Smith that was the Western Regional Tech Rep for Sequential Circuits , Arp, Moog and also contributed to the famous Vintage Synthesizers book and articles in Keyboard Magazine. He's not sure but believes it is.

Further below you'll find the MODEL EML-200, MANUAL CONTROLLER EML-300, multi-pin cables, EML 400 : EML 401, EML 500, EML POLY-BOX, X-Y CONTROLLER

Cover JM Jarre Oxygen 14 on Mini Moog | Prophet 5


video upload by Welcome at Jose's Vintage Keys

"Vangelis - Schulze - Hammer ....and #jeanmicheljarre - those are my big heroes. Jarre keeps surprising with music that is both Melodic and Electronic - his soundscapes are always recognizable - but never the same. Prophet played a major part in playing this cover of #oxygen 14."

Crossover Beat w/ Rhodes Mark 2, Prophet-10, OP-1 field, Drums & Bass | Ordeal 2025-03-30 by atnr


video upload by atnr

"A piece created using the Rhodes Mark II, Prophet-10, and ‪@teenageengineering‬ OP-1 field. The Rhodes harmonies repeat in sync with the drums and bass, while the melody goes wild through the MOOD MK II.

On the Rhodes Mark II, I perform with a ‪@BOSSinfoglobal‬ CE-5 chorus effect.

I play the intro and interlude on the ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, adjusting the filter during the interlude.

The drums are recorded and reconstructed in a DAW.

The bass is recorded into the DAW through a SANS AMP BASS DRIVER.

On the OP-1 field, I play the melody while manipulating the ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MK II CLOCK for pitch shifting. Midway, I adjust the REVERB TIME to create a noisier sound."

'Two Voices' Track recording with AJH Synth MiniMod Eurorack system


video upload by AJH Synth Official

"This was a real-time recording using a 3-VCO, 2 VCF modular system divided into 2 analogue synth voices. I used this system to record 5 tracks for a Bandcamp album, as performances without any overdubbing, yet using a modest amount of modules and gear:



The AJH SYNTH MiniMod system is an authentic recreation of the early R.A. Moog version of the Minimoog synthesiser, whilst some of the other other modules are also based on classic vintage synths. Because of this they can easily fill up a sound space with big, rich and characterful tones. This made them the ideal choice for a recording such as this. Without consciously setting out to do so, this particular track was more inspired by Arvo Pärt and the late Henryk Górecki than anything else.

Modules used:
Vintage Transistor Core VCO x3
Transistor Ladder Filter
Contour Generators
Discrete Cascaded VCA x2
Ring SM
Wave Swarm
Gemini 2412 (dual SEM filter)
Muting Mixer & VCA
Precision Voltages

Controllers:
Arturia Keystep 32
Doepfer Dark Time sequencer

Video & Performance by @DreamsOfWires"

ASM Hydrasynth - Complex Sequences Using KARMA Engine


video upload by LFOstore

"Hydrasynth soundsets: https://lfo.store/product-category/ha...

Korg Kronos is one of the best & deepest modern synths itself.
We recieved our Kronos not so long time ago & already planing series of soundset.

Meanwhile we checked deeply KARMA realtime generator with 2000 (!) patterns and want to show how's it working in connection with other synthesizers.

In this video Kronow midi out connected to Hydrasynth midi in & fiew patterns of KARMA transmits notes from Kronos to Hydrasynth, including realtime kweaking all 8 faders to change different details in midi patterns.

Enjoy the journey!

LFO Team"

Standard Lody Acid - Sonicware CyDrums, Volca Bass, NTS-3


video upload by ChrisLody

"You may have noticed the complete lack of CyDrums tutorial on the channel despite being about 2 months since it was launched. Well events have conspired against me a bit on this one, I've just been too damn busy during the week and exhausted at the weekend to get it done. But, fingers crossed, I might have time to get it done soon.

With that in mind I thought it would be a good exercise to refresh my memory a bit on how it all works, so I plugged it in a within a few minutes I'd built a kit and I'd written a beat I really wanted to flesh out which is why this jam happened.

This is kind of my standard fare when it comes to jams like this. I think I've developed a bit of a groove that I tend to find comfy when it comes to the arrangement and I feel I was firmly sat in that today, hence the title. I probably need to learn some new tricks!

I've had the NTS-3 a while but it's not been used enough so far for me to really explore it so hopefully it will pop up more."

Sequential Circuits Prophet VS keyboard

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via this VEMIA listing

Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.

VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.

"Very good condition Prophet VS + its very rare original memory Cartridge. This one model is truly in a very very good cosmetic shape as shown on pictures. This prophet VS was serviced in 2018 and works fine thanks to a new bright OLED display, new CEM5530's, new Data Entry Slider, some new switches, ... The Prophet VS is a true 'classic-hybrid' of the early nineties with a very unique sound signature. This synth was the original Sequential's venture into the digital era, combining through vector synthesis, 127 digital wave forms with the famous analog filters and envelopes of the prophet 5 legacy. Add to this excellent recipe, a 'sequencer' allowing to combine and or record the 4 oscillators/wave forms and mix them in real-time with the joystick and you get into seriously creative avenues. The result is a wonderful instrument, covering with ease a vast sonic territory, and allowing to reach both very warm analog sounds, evolving pads and landscapes, as well as very rich metallic and bell-like sounds."

Novation Supernova



via this VEMIA listing

Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.

VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.

"20 voice Supernova in good shape. Virtual analog synthesizer introduced in 1998 featuring 8-part multitimbrality, and a rich effects section with reverb, delay, and distortion per part. Its flexible modulation, resonant filters, and three high-quality oscillators per voice make it ideal for lush pads, punchy basses, and evolving textures."

Roland Alpha Juno 2 and M16-C

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via this VEMIA listing

Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.

VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.

Yamaha CS-50 Polyphonic Synthesizer SN 1345

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via this Reverb listing

Yamaha CS-60 Polyphonic Synthesizer SN 1253

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via this Reverb listing

Anyware Instruments Tinysizer SN 134

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via this Reverb listing

"Like a mini German tank. Super rare these days & so badass…

comes with 230 Volt to 12 Volt DC adapter, light, stand & mini patch cables and a aluminium case for safe transport to the next Gig .

A self-contained, analog modular synthesizer from Germany, made by Anyware Instruments:

Their aim was to be as small as possible, while also offering a lot of features and of course having a great sound. They were fully modular without any internal routings, so connections had to be made with the patch wires in order to make a sound. unfortunately discontinued and therefore VERY RARE !

HERES THE CHANCE TO GET ONE !

serial number: 134

Tinysizer:

2 X voltage controlled oscillator VCO - Oberheim SEM style
3 X suboscillators
1 X waveformprocessor/waveshaper
1 X voltage controlled filter, state variable VCF - Oberheim SEM style (with 4-input mixer)
3 X low frequency oscillator LFOs (with switchable frequency ranges)
4 X CV, 6x Gate, MIDI-CV interface
2 X mixer & inverter & overload - distortion
3 X multiples
1 X white noise & pink noise
1 X ringmodulator
1 X sample & hold s+h
4 X VCAs linear
1 X envelope follower & audio gate & microphone preamp
2 X ADSR envelope generator (fast & slow)
1 X control voltage CV - source
1 X DSP effect, reverb & delay (digital)
11 X patchable auxiliary in & outputs, bi - directional (to connect external gear)

The housing was made of metal with super sturdy, panel-mounted potentiometers. The synth came with a monitor stand to prop it up at an angle and a BNC gooseneck lamp, which could be attached to shine some light for patching. Patch leads came from Conrad and the patch sockets were the kind you'd find on floppy disk drive cables. Surprisingly, even after years of patching, I still haven't worn out any sockets."

Korg Nu:Tekt set: NTS-1 & NTS-2 Oscilloscope Kit w/ Red Cases & Stand

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via this Reverb listing

Korg Multi/Poly: Favorite Presets So Far


video upload by Alec Sea

"In this video, I'm playing some of my favorite Multi/Poly presets. It sounds really good!"

Learning The Multi/Poly: Waveshaper Oscillator


video upload by Alec Sea

"Join me on my quest to learn the new Korg Multi/Poly! In this video, I'm demonstrating the Waveshaper oscillator in the Korg Multi/Poly. I demonstrate the input oscillator and how different parameters affect it, I use the default Berkeley waveshaper to process the input oscillator, I assign an envelope to modulate gain into the waveshaper for a more dynamic sound and demonstrate a few different waveshapers.

00:00 The Input Oscillator
02:45 The Berkeley Shaper
04:12 Assigning an Envelope to Modulate Gain
07:15 Sound Examples Using Different Shapers"

Learning The Multi/Poly: Digital Oscillator

video upload by Alec Sea

"Join me on my quest to learn the new Korg Multi/Poly! In this video, I'm demonstrating the Digital Oscillator in the Korg Multi/Poly. I try different wavetables, experiment with the controls and modulate parameters with envelopes and LFOs.

00:00 Selecting and auditioning wavetables
01:31 Assigning an envelope to modulate position
02:10 Adjusting crossfade width
02:58 Assigning an LFO to modulate position
03:46 Wavetable modifiers
05:39 Morph types"

Learning The Multi/Poly: Classic Oscillator Waveforms

video upload by Alec Sea

"Join me on my quest to learn the new Korg Multi/Poly! In this video, I'm going through all the Classic oscillator waveshapes in the Korg Multi/Poly. I experiment with the controls and modulate some of the waveforms with the PW/Morph LFO.

00:00 Saw
00:45 Pulse
01:35 Triangle
02:28 Saw/Pulse
02:57 Saw/Triangle
03:26 Pulse/Triangle
03:56 Square/Triangle
04:32 Double Saw
05:06 Detuned Saw 1
05:55 Detuned Saw 2
06:25 Shark Fin"

korg multi/poly raw tone demo: mono/poly


video upload by impurfekt

"black wood dreamscape available now: https://impurfekt.bandcamp.com

logo 0:00
vca 0:09
filter 2:08
polyphonic example 4:17
bass example 10:37

patch notes:
korg multi/poly with vcf, vca and envelopes set to mono/poly

sequencing/tracking - logic

featured equipment was purchased out of pocket for music production purposes"

Roland D-05 Ambient


video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

"Sound: Ambient Drone (Sample Pack)



Sequencer: Ableton Mode https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store..."

SM100 Sound Editor for Solton Project100 - Live Sequencing Editing


video upload by VSMI - Vintage Synths Made in Italy

"The Solton Project 100 is a 6 voice polyphonic analog-digital synthesizer produced in the 1985 by Solton, an Italian brand known for its keyboards and sound modules, later get Ketron.
It has an analog chorus based on a BBD (Bucket Brigade Device) circuit, very similar to those used in Roland synthesizers of the time, such as the Juno-6/60.
Here is controlled by SM100 Sound Editor for Win XP (Copyright (c) 2002, 2005 Mark R. Strijbos)
run on Mac OS by Wine Stable, pattern play by Full Bucked Air Sequencer.
Add Echo effect in final mastering audio."

Playing with the Album Cover That Is Also a DIY Synth & Audio Mangler (Synthesizer by APTBS)


video upload by Bay Mud

"I helped a friend build their copy of the recent A Place To Bury Strangers album, Synthesizer, the cover to which is a functional circuit board that becomes a DIY synth as well as an audio mangler. Very cool idea with gnarly results!

At the time of recording, this album was still available, but it took a while to edit and publish, so availability may be have changed, so YMMV

00:00 - Intro
00:45 - Preview
00:52 - Disclaimer
01:55 - Build tips
02:27 - Fake CA3080 chips
04:00 - Large ground plane
05:29 - Might need help
06:17 - Where's Waldo
06:58 - Schematic vs. PCB
07:59 - No instructions
08:35 - Trying the synth
10:28 - Adding delay
11:52 - Piezo and tap triggers
13:23 - As a guitar effect
16:34 - Mangling a drum beat

https://baymud.bandcamp.com
https://linktr.ee/baymud"

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

freeform delusion - Blaster - Circuit Bent Magic Boombox and Morbid Modulation Mirror


video upload by freeform delusion

You can find the original video of the Magic Boombox posted back in 2012 here.

Digitone 2 tutorial: Firmware 1.10 made arpeggiators more interesting!


video upload by Sineway

"Arpeggiators don't need to be boring with the Digitone 2!

Elektron just released a new 1.10 firmware update for the Digitone 2. This tutorial showcases some small but useful new arp features that help make your arps less repetitive and also let you discover new sections of a song. This is part of a series of tutorials for the Digitone 2, so please subscribe if you're interested in more educational content like this.

The pattern used for this tutorial can be downloaded from Patreon: / 125477153"
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