Wednesday, April 02, 2025
Quick Test Of Small Eurorack Synth
video upload by John L Rice
"Yet another rearrangement! ☺️
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Happy Nerding
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Erica Synths
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4ms"
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Crumar Performer MK2 (SSM 2040 filter) / analog polyphonic synth
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video upload by ohm_studi_ohm
"The Crumar Performer is a string and brass synth that has some features that grants it to be part of the hall of fame of paraphonic analog synths.
First it's a quite compact and lightweight contender in such a category.
Then it has a very nice and warm sounding resonant filter, based on the SSM 2040 and 2050 chipsets, just like in the Sequential Prophet 5. First version of the Performer used a Moog inspired transistor ladder filter, also resonant. It sounds good too but I definitely prefer that one.
The string sound have variable attack and release time and those can be quite long, great for pads and ambiance. But in my opinion what makes it special is the 3 band Eq which allows for quite a large panel of variety of tones, and it can get into almost vocal territories (check video at 05:49).
recorded through a Dynacord VRS23 for added reverb."
via this Reverb listing
"the Crumar Performer is one of the classic string synth. This one is the second version with the updated filter (SSM 2040 like on the Sequential Circuits Prophet 5).
Unit was serviced and is perfectly working. Power suply was recapped and everything was cleaned and calibrated. Cosmetic is quite good, despite some scuff and wear here and there.
It's quite compact and lightweight compared to others string synth (77x35x19cm 12kilos)"
video upload by ohm_studi_ohm
"The Crumar Performer is a string and brass synth that has some features that grants it to be part of the hall of fame of paraphonic analog synths.
First it's a quite compact and lightweight contender in such a category.
Then it has a very nice and warm sounding resonant filter, based on the SSM 2040 and 2050 chipsets, just like in the Sequential Prophet 5. First version of the Performer used a Moog inspired transistor ladder filter, also resonant. It sounds good too but I definitely prefer that one.
The string sound have variable attack and release time and those can be quite long, great for pads and ambiance. But in my opinion what makes it special is the 3 band Eq which allows for quite a large panel of variety of tones, and it can get into almost vocal territories (check video at 05:49).
recorded through a Dynacord VRS23 for added reverb."
via this Reverb listing
"the Crumar Performer is one of the classic string synth. This one is the second version with the updated filter (SSM 2040 like on the Sequential Circuits Prophet 5).
Unit was serviced and is perfectly working. Power suply was recapped and everything was cleaned and calibrated. Cosmetic is quite good, despite some scuff and wear here and there.
It's quite compact and lightweight compared to others string synth (77x35x19cm 12kilos)"
CV Sequence Replication | Make Noise
video upload by MAKEN0ISE
"Using MultiMod to replicate and shift quantized pitch CV across multiple oscillators!"
http://www.makenoisemusic.com
Wendy Carlos: Electronic Music's Transformative Pioneer
video upload by Resident Advisor
"'The word "pioneer' gets thrown around too liberally these days. But in the case of Wendy Carlos, the glove fits. The face of electronic music would look immeasurably different in 2025 without the American trans composer's groundbreaking achievements. Before she came along, electronic music was barely considered music at all—just "funny sounds," as Bob Moog once said.
That all changed in 1968. Produced in collaboration with Rachel Elkind, Carlos's debut album, Switched-On Bach wielded machines to produce sounds that could compete with the symphonic pop and rock of the era. The landmark LP won multiple GRAMMYs, played a key role in popularising the use of synths and became only the second classical music record to sell a million copies.
In our latest video essay, written by Sasha Geffen, we trace Carlos's story from her early experiments with Moog through to her impact on key electronic acts of the past 50 years, including Brian Eno, DJ Sprinkles and Octo Octa.
00:00 - Intro
00:54 - Switched-on Bach
01:57 - Carlos and Bob Moog
03:07 Contribution to synth development
04:36 - A Clockwork Orange Score & The Vocoder
07:20 - Personal Life
08:20 - Musical Development
Producer - Sophie Misrahi
Writer - Sasha Geffen
Editors - Sergey Poltorakov, Guy Clarke
Motion Graphics - Sergey Poltorakov, Dan Derham
Music in order of appearance:
1. Wendy Carlos - Toccata Fugue In D Minor - Switched-On Bach 2000
2. Wendy Carlos - Air On A G String - Switched-On Bach
3. Delia Derbyshire - Quest - Electrosonic
4. Wendy Carlos - Moog 900 series Demonstration
5. The RCA Electronic Music Synthesizer - The Well-Tempered Clavier Fugue No. 2
6. Wendy Carlos - Prelude And Fugue #2 In C Minor - Switched-On Bach
7. Wendy Carlos - Title Music From A Clockwork Orange (From Purcell's Music For The Funeral Of Queen Mary - A Clockwork Orange Complete Original Score
8. Wendy Carlos - Country Lane - A Clockwork Orange Complete Original Score
9. Cybotron - Clear
10. Wendy Carlos - Genesis - Digital Moonscapes
Yamaha SK20 (1980) - Cinematic Ambience
video upload by LFOstore
"There are something magical in Yamaha's 70s & 80s instruments, some spirit which is unreacheable in newer instruments.
Polyphony - 7-voice polysynth and string + Full FM organ
SK20 is a third model from SK series with organ,strings and poly section series - and sounds magical!
Valhalla Supermassive used in this video
Enjoy!"
DSI Dave Smith Sequential Pro 2 44-Key 4-Voice Monophonic / Paraphonic Synthesizer
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Roland VP-550
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via this VEMIA listing
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VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.
"Lovely Roland VP-550 in excellent working condition, you can hear it in almost any live performance by Air, one of my favourite band ever. The aesthetic condition are good for its age with minor signs of use, the only bad thing that I want to point out are the 3 tape signs on the upper right panel, I don't know if they can be removed with a specific product but I don't think so, it looks like the grain of the plastic was damaged. After several bad experiences with customs, I will only ship to EU, UK and Switzerland."
via this VEMIA listing
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VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.
"Lovely Roland VP-550 in excellent working condition, you can hear it in almost any live performance by Air, one of my favourite band ever. The aesthetic condition are good for its age with minor signs of use, the only bad thing that I want to point out are the 3 tape signs on the upper right panel, I don't know if they can be removed with a specific product but I don't think so, it looks like the grain of the plastic was damaged. After several bad experiences with customs, I will only ship to EU, UK and Switzerland."
Roland JX3P Chromatic w/ MIDI Upgrade & DT200
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VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.
"Roland JX-3P Chromatic + Midi upgrade + DT-200 programmer package
Very special, fun & ultra rare version of the JX-3P. This will get you different results then jamming on an ordinary piano keyboard. Conversation piece & creativity bomb! Can be played over midi too so it does all.
Very good condition. Note the nice wooden sides.
- The midi was upgraded with the kit from Series Circuits (Australia). Now you can use the Programmer AND external midi at the same time. On stock unmodified JX-3P you have to choose between the 2 so you can't have it play a midi sequence and turn the progger knobs at the same time (it was the first Roland device with midi..). This kit works flawless and nice.
- The DT-200 Programmer is new in the box. This really opens up the JX-3P and you can tweak all parameters!
- Original JX-3P manual included (French / German)"
via this VEMIA listing
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VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.
"Roland JX-3P Chromatic + Midi upgrade + DT-200 programmer package
Very special, fun & ultra rare version of the JX-3P. This will get you different results then jamming on an ordinary piano keyboard. Conversation piece & creativity bomb! Can be played over midi too so it does all.
Very good condition. Note the nice wooden sides.
- The midi was upgraded with the kit from Series Circuits (Australia). Now you can use the Programmer AND external midi at the same time. On stock unmodified JX-3P you have to choose between the 2 so you can't have it play a midi sequence and turn the progger knobs at the same time (it was the first Roland device with midi..). This kit works flawless and nice.
- The DT-200 Programmer is new in the box. This really opens up the JX-3P and you can tweak all parameters!
- Original JX-3P manual included (French / German)"
Godwin 749 String Concert
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"Godwin string concert fully overhauled by James Walker in 2024, including a full recap of all the board and power supply. A fully polyphonic Italian string machine that sounds superb! Near good condition with slight rust spots on the front panel, otherwise a particularly good example, comes with lid, pick up from South Sheffield or Crich, unless VEMIA can collect and deliver."
via this VEMIA listing
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VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.
"Godwin string concert fully overhauled by James Walker in 2024, including a full recap of all the board and power supply. A fully polyphonic Italian string machine that sounds superb! Near good condition with slight rust spots on the front panel, otherwise a particularly good example, comes with lid, pick up from South Sheffield or Crich, unless VEMIA can collect and deliver."
Roland Jupiter 4 with MIDI INPUT (FULLY SERVICED) SN 064245
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Roland SH-7 44-Key Duophonic Synthesizer
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"Newly serviced and perfectly working SH-7! A rare synth from the SH-series. All working perfectly and sounding great. All knobs intact and even including the original hardcover. It’s duophonic which is a cool feature, compared to a mono synth.
Ideally pickup, I’m in LA area.
About the SH-7
A very flexible oldie from Roland. Standard SH sound with lots more creative control and tweak-ability! The VCO's are a little different than traditional SH synths, they are syncable! There's also a mixer for all the audio signals which can be distorted for brash techno sounds. It's fun and easy to use but very powerful and perfect for screamin' techno sounds and effects! It features many new functions like an external audio input, a ring modulator, syncable VCO's, more waveform shapes, white/pink noise generators and sample+hold."
via this Reverb listing
"Newly serviced and perfectly working SH-7! A rare synth from the SH-series. All working perfectly and sounding great. All knobs intact and even including the original hardcover. It’s duophonic which is a cool feature, compared to a mono synth.
Ideally pickup, I’m in LA area.
About the SH-7
A very flexible oldie from Roland. Standard SH sound with lots more creative control and tweak-ability! The VCO's are a little different than traditional SH synths, they are syncable! There's also a mixer for all the audio signals which can be distorted for brash techno sounds. It's fun and easy to use but very powerful and perfect for screamin' techno sounds and effects! It features many new functions like an external audio input, a ring modulator, syncable VCO's, more waveform shapes, white/pink noise generators and sample+hold."
Moog Polymoog 203a FULLY FUNCTIONAL with Polypedal 285a and full leg assembly
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Video in the listing previously posted here.
"Fully operational! Rare and probably the most unique synth ever made. Nothing sounds like a Polymoog. This is the full version, not the slimmed down preset version. It’s not calibrated but all that means is the presets don’t sound right. It still functions and makes awesome sounds like classic Gary Numan. Small chip on corner and a couple keys are not even. This is a classic hammer action keyboard and the keys can be adjusted. I have had one D key stop working but it was just a dirty contact and it’s working fine now. All poly cards work great. This was serviced before I bought it last year but it doesn’t like being shipped so that’s why the presets are a little off. I never liked the presets anyway and you can adjust any preset anyway you want. Poly pedals work great. You can do a lot with these. I use it to control modulation amount and filter cutoff plus trigger mode. I have a few videos on YouTube. No shipping and no returns. It’s a working Polymoog but they don’t like being moved around. Includes all original legs and leg parts. Little demo here but there’s a couple more videos from the same channel. This is the actual Polymoog fo sale. Willing to deliver to Madison area."
via this Reverb listing
Video in the listing previously posted here.
"Fully operational! Rare and probably the most unique synth ever made. Nothing sounds like a Polymoog. This is the full version, not the slimmed down preset version. It’s not calibrated but all that means is the presets don’t sound right. It still functions and makes awesome sounds like classic Gary Numan. Small chip on corner and a couple keys are not even. This is a classic hammer action keyboard and the keys can be adjusted. I have had one D key stop working but it was just a dirty contact and it’s working fine now. All poly cards work great. This was serviced before I bought it last year but it doesn’t like being shipped so that’s why the presets are a little off. I never liked the presets anyway and you can adjust any preset anyway you want. Poly pedals work great. You can do a lot with these. I use it to control modulation amount and filter cutoff plus trigger mode. I have a few videos on YouTube. No shipping and no returns. It’s a working Polymoog but they don’t like being moved around. Includes all original legs and leg parts. Little demo here but there’s a couple more videos from the same channel. This is the actual Polymoog fo sale. Willing to deliver to Madison area."
Marsh UDS Soviet Analog Drum Module w/ 6 Pads
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Pic of the inside below.
"Rare Soviet-era analog drum synthesizer Marsh (Марш) UDS from 80-90's, manufactured in USSR. This listing includes the main analog drum module (requiring repair) and a complete set of 6 working drum pads.
The Pads - Fully Working
The real treasure of this listing is the complete set of 6 FUNCTIONING original Soviet pentagon-shaped drum pads in very good condition. These pads are highly sought after and difficult to find as a complete set. All 6 pads are responsive and in proper working order.
The Module - For Repair/Parts
The main Marsh UDS analog module powers on (produces hum through Line out) and detects pad strikes, but does not produce sounds. The unit responds when striking the pads but no audio output is generated. The module requires professional diagnosis and repair."
via this Reverb listing
Pic of the inside below.
"Rare Soviet-era analog drum synthesizer Marsh (Марш) UDS from 80-90's, manufactured in USSR. This listing includes the main analog drum module (requiring repair) and a complete set of 6 working drum pads.
The Pads - Fully Working
The real treasure of this listing is the complete set of 6 FUNCTIONING original Soviet pentagon-shaped drum pads in very good condition. These pads are highly sought after and difficult to find as a complete set. All 6 pads are responsive and in proper working order.
The Module - For Repair/Parts
The main Marsh UDS analog module powers on (produces hum through Line out) and detects pad strikes, but does not produce sounds. The unit responds when striking the pads but no audio output is generated. The module requires professional diagnosis and repair."
A-V-P Synth RITMOBOX // DRUM SYNTHESIZER with 5 VOICES // NO FX // UNDUSTING 1
video upload by LESINDES
"A-V-P Synth RITMOBOX had a broken power supply. AC! So I had no substitute and could finally fix it now. Happy to welcome the pure sound in the studio again!"
La Danse du Feu (Vangelis, 1978) cover with 2 Yamaha CS80's
video upload by kovalmoog
"Technical info
Sergio Koval
Yamaha CS80 (Brass line)
ARP Odyssey (sequence, controlled by PC via Roland MPU-101)
Jordi Pascual Guasch
Yamaha CS80 (Main lead, originally played by Vangelis on a Hohner Clavinet)
ARP ProSoloist (MKII version, named ARP ProDGX but still with the ProSoloist's circuitry)
Zoom R-16 (digital 16-channel multitrack recorder)
Reverb effect by Digitech DSP-256XL
Percussion sounds placed on post-pro by Jordi
Produced on July 20, 2015 at Sergio Koval studio, Barcelona."
The Generator - A Modular Live Performance
video upload by The 5th Volt
"I had prepared and practiced this performance to play live at a music festival nearby. Unfortunately the gig got cancelled due to bad weather, so I decided to perform it in my home office instead so that at least I would get a video out of it. I hope you like it."
"All sounds from the AE Modular from tangible waves and Synthstrom Deluge recorded using the Zoom H6 recorder and processed in Davinci Resolve."
"If you're interested how this all works, then watch my other video where I'm explaining everything about this setup:"
Modular Synth Live Performance - The Setup
video upload by The 5th Volt
"Here I'm explaining the complete setup which I prepared for a live performance which unfortunately got cancelled at the last minute. It was still a lot of fun to rise to the challenge of preparing a 40 minute live set, which I have never done before."
4 quick sound patches for Craig Barnes new synth
video upload by Craig Barnes
"Sound design is one of the hardest parts of building a synth. So as this design contains similar elements to the P5 with polymod, I just added some sounds from the patch book. They are not exact of course."
Analogue Solutions TC5000 Synthesizer: "Pulse Diver" Sequence No. 416
video upload by Analogue Solutions
"Here’s a new single sequence, "Pulse Diver" from the Analogue Solutions #TC5000 Patch Pin Matrix Synthesizer—recorded with no external instrumentation, FX, or processing. It demonstrates how you could build a track from a single analogue sequence, if desired.
An #arp2600 kick was used live and clocked from the TC5000. Every other sound in this video is TC5000 live."
"With the TC5000’s vast sonic range, no single video can fully showcase its capabilities. We’ll share more sequences to highlight different aspects of its sound design potential.
About the Patch:
The TC5000's pin matrix provides extensive routing options for highly intricate and dynamic patches. A single pin can introduce subtle nuances or completely transform the sound.
In fact, the complexity of just one patch could warrant an entire essay!
In this sequence:
You'll need speakers with bass 🔊
This is a faster tempo sequence with percussive elements. The envelopes are very tight, giving the synth a characteristic sound.
-The MIDI to CV Converter module 5088 was utilised for connectivity to a Keystep keyboard. The Note Loop Sequencer on this module was used for the basic pattern of the repeating bass sound.
-A simple sequence from the 5054 Sequencer modulates pitch for Oscillator 2 (VCO Module 5004) and is supplemented by waveforms from the other 2 Oscillator modules.
-Oscillator 3 features a separate sequence from the 5054. Both are manually faded in during the performance.
-Dual filters—the VCF-Multi (5047, SEM-style) and VCF-LP-CEM (5012, low-pass)—are actively modulated by the sequencer’s preset voltages.
-White noise is introduced via the Dual Noise / Random module 5032.
-Modulation variations are done in real-time via the vast pin matrix on the TC5000. One pin can dramatically alter a sequence.
-An ARP 2600 kick sound can be heard running alongside the TC5000. This was clocked via the TC's Convenience jack. The Convenience jack is not wired to the module's circuits. It is an independent jack input that allows you to take signals in or out of the matrix panel.
More sequences will follow, exploring different possibilities with the TC5000."
TC5000 playlist:
Introducing Behringer 2-XM - Oberheim SEM / TVS in Desktop Eurorack Format
video upload by Behringer
"It’s the synth that started it all and the legendary secret sauce of all the 70s’ greats – It’s the Behringer 2-XM!
2-XM is a classic polyphonic analog synthesizer with 4 VCOs, 2 multi-mode VCFs, 2 LFOs and 4 envelopes in a Eurorack format."
"Classic Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer with 4 VCOs, 2 Multi-Mode VCFs, 2 LFOs and 4 Envelopes in Eurorack Format
2-XM
It’s the polyphonic synth that started it all and one that’s sure to jumpstart your legendary synthesizer adventure! The Behringer 2-XM is a classic polyphonic analog synthesizer inspired by iconic '70s designs used by the greats such as Vince Clarke, Jan Hammer, and Vangelis.
Faithful Recreation and More
The original design consisted of two single-voice modules coupled together. With its 37-note keyboard, it was a considerable size but introduced a feature no other synth was capable of at the time: polyphony. The 2-XM combines all the features of the original with all the awesome stuff that we’ve all come to love in modern synths, such as MIDI and USB implementation, stereo, as well as a ton of CV and GATE ins and outs that’ll allow you to transform and shape sounds any way you want!
Double Everything!
The 2-XM comes with 4 VCOs, 4 envelope generators, 2 LFOs, and 2 multi-mode VCFs across two synthesizer expander modules. These two voices can be combined for some sweet two-voice polyphony, split, or have the 4 oscillators in unison for some truly intricate layering and rich, vintage analog tones!
Starting Your Sonic Sculpture
Each VCO can be shaped in many different and exciting ways with their adjustable frequency, modulation and pulse width controls. And when you want a spicy lead sound, the oscillators can be synced to add even more nuance to your waveforms.
Just the Right Frequency
Of course, the 2-XM doesn’t stop there. The VCFs provide another slew of adjustable settings! Aside from the Frequency, Modulation and Resonance controls, each VCF comes with an amazing multi-mode filter; turning the knob all the way to the left selects the low-pass filter, turning it the other way selects the high-pass filter and setting it at 12 o’clock selects the notch filter. You can even set the VCF to band-pass mode with the flip of a switch.
Quadruple Envelopment!
Along with all the controls at your fingertips the 2-XM also includes a total of four envelope generators to help further craft your sound and introduce subtle nuance or percussiveness with the included Attack, Decay and Sustain controls. In addition, the VCA switch allows you to toggle between envelope control or VCA which overrides ENV 1. You can even plug in an external VCA control to really dial it in.
2-Channel Mixer
Speaking of dialing it in, we’ve also included a 2-channel mixer section where you can control level and pan controls for each module. They even feature a portamento function for some cool pitch gliding effects. Extensive Modulation
With all the 2-XMs extensive controls, we just couldn’t help but add more, and we mean a lot more! Each module comes with a huge amount of CV and GATE Ins and Outs as well as extensive modulation capabilities from both internal and external sources. And because the 2-XM is so compact, you can easily integrate it into your existing setup, patching in your favorite modules to create some awesome waveforms! Eurorack Ready
Designed to handle the rigors of life on the road or in the studio, your 2-XM can easily be transferred into a standard Eurorack case for the perfect integration into your existing system."
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