“We are sad that we have lost you. We are grateful that we were able to live with you. Steffen Marienberg *September 30, 1961 +August 19, 2025 In silent mourning: his Sigrid, his brother Holger, and all relatives. Alterode, August 2025. The funeral service, followed by the urn burial, will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Hoym cemetery.”
"DMNO is an 8-voice, 2-part multitimbral powerhouse with a highly flexible and dynamic signal architecture. It features two independent 4-voice analog-hybrid synthesizers, each equipped with our new Dynamic Multi-Core Stereo VCF. With its eight creative Play Modes, DMNO unlocks dynamic interactions between the two timbres at the touch of a single control, while its flexible analog and digital audio connectivity makes it a truly expansive and immediate sound design sandbox.
"This is my second jam featuring the Boom Chick 5-voice analog drum machine 🥁
Digging a little bit further this time by using 2 patterns (with chance/probability etc.) and its handy individual outputs going through some pedals (Dreadbox Lethargy Phaser + Eventide H90 Vintage Delay and Plate Reverb)!
So the Boom Chick is playing all the drum parts and the Subhamonicon the harmonic parts (BASS & ARP/LEAD).
The Subharmonicon is synced to the Boom Chick with its analog clock.
The challenge here was mainly to try to get out of the 4-step sequences inherent to the Subharmonicon 😉
So I changed in real-time one of the knobs of the sequencer to play random melodies, and used another method by turning the FREQ knob of VCO 2.
Still haven't really read the Boom Chick's manual though (just had to dig into it to better understand how "chance" worked exactly)."
This one was sent in via an anonymous reader. It's apparently from a Sweetwater catalog.
The text reads:
"NEW!
Meet the TR-1000:
Roland's Legacy Rhythms Reborn
Blueprinted with unprecedented potential, the Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator marries historic heat, analog presence, and digital precision into a polychromic powerhouse built on the masterfully re-created circuits of the legendary TR-808 and TR-909 drum machines. Its hybrid architecture houses a trio of synth engines, bringing a prismatic palette of FM, PCM, and VA possibilities to the TR-1000's analog foundations, with ACB modeling supplying the coveted circuit-bent sonics of the 8X and 9X models. Over 2,500 onboard sounds join a wealth of digital and analog effects while the suite of classic-to-contemporary connectivity effortlessly integrates the TR-1000 into any arrangement. Add in cutting-edge Morphing performance controls, next-gen TR-REC sequencing. true-stereo re/sampling, and an unbridled array of sonic contouring tools, and you've only scratch the surface of the TR-1000's kaleidoscopic capabilities — vintage heart, modern soul. and endless exploration waiting to be discovered by you."
If legit, I'm curious how it will compare the the TR-8S. Note the change in design aesthetic. Reminds me of the GAIA with a touch of Elektron gear. Note the Morph slider on the bottom right and display on the top right.
"Marcus Ryle is one of the great heroes of synthesizer history. At Oberheim in the early ’80s, he worked side-by-side designing with Tom Oberheim on legendary instruments like the DSX Digital Sequencer, the OB-Xa and OB-8, the DMX drum machine, and the groundbreaking Xpander and Matrix-12 synthesizers. These innovations revolutionized electronic music and still define the sound of a generation.
In this video, Marcus shares the inside story of Oberheim’s design culture—why certain features appeared on some synths and not others—and how those choices shaped the future of music.
Beyond Oberheim, Marcus co-founded Alesis, where he helped create the groundbreaking ADAT digital recorder, Quadraverb and HR16 drum machine... and later Line 6, where he pioneered digital modeling amps and effects, including the legendary POD. He also played a pivotal role in helping Tom Oberheim reclaim the Oberheim name, and he continues to be actively involved in the design of today’s newest Oberheim instruments—ensuring the spirit of innovation carries forward.
Few designers have influenced so many eras of music technology—Oberheim, Alesis, Line 6, Sequential, Focusrite and now the reborn Sequential/Oberheim. Marcus Ryle’s story is a masterclass in how his innovation changed music forever."
"Emerging from the Joranalogue labs are two exciting new additions to our ever-growing series of fully analogue Eurorack modules. Let's dig into this dynamic duo.
First up: like a sample and hold with a master's degree, Walk 4 combines four analogue accumulators with a clock generator, four white noise sources and an auto reset to create a 10 HP voltage stepping, arpeggiating and random walking juggernaut.
With full voltage control and independent value and trigger inputs for each accumulator, there’s always more stochastic patching to explore ahead. And if you need a reliable master clock source with a huge range, 1 volt per octave tracking and external reset—that’s covered, too.
Meanwhile, its partner Warp 1 is a new breed of analogue waveshaper, based on a precise mathematical relationship between input and output, governed by a variable power function.
From subtle timbral colouring to wild hyperbolic distortion, it provides a level of control that’s unprecedented in waveshapers, combining meaningful parameters, clear LED indication, complete voltage control and DC to supersonic operation.
Friend of the brand BRiES already went and made a couple of excellent overview videos—be sure to check them out below. And, if you want to be among the very first people to patch these modules up, drop by our booth at Machina Bristronica in Bristol (UK), on Saturday the 27th or Sunday the 28th of September!"
"I got this unique synthesizer new, directly from Jürgen Michaelis (Jomox) in 2019 - Serial No. 58. I‘ve only used it a few times, because I haven’t had the time to dive fully into its features.
I still think it has a lot of potential:
- Fully analog signal path
- 6 neurons, which are like voices, combining an oscillator, a resonant filter, envelopes and a special mini-sequencer (see below)
- Each neuron has its own output and also the stereo mix, and can be triggered separately (via round robin notes, or different MIDI channels) or in unison
- Neurons can feedback into each other and themselves, FM each other and “genetically modify“ each other (see below)
- At the same time, neurons can play notes, via MIDI, with the relationships between them still in place - so as if the six voices of a polysynth were all connected to each other
- Each neuron has a mini byte sequencer, which can be used to sequence the filter cutoff, or the steps can be interpreted as a sample, or waveform of the oscillator!
- The sequences of each neuron can also interact with each other, combining in different defined ways to create new, evolved sequences as they run
- There are two external audio inputs, which can be used as the exciter of two of the neurons instead of the oscillator, so you can process external stereo sound as part of the craziness
- You can play it as a 6-voice polysynth if you want!
Perfect condition, comes with original box and individual power supplies for 100-120V and 220-240V."
"The Sequential Circuits Pro-One is a legendary monophonic analog synth prized for its fat bass, searing leads, and incredibly flexible modulation capabilities. Compact yet powerful, it delivers the iconic Prophet-series sound in a hands-on design that’s become a must-have for serious synth players and collectors.
This Pro One is in excellent condition. It includes the original shipping box (and if being shipped, this is the box it will ship to you in) and manual (which has some writing in it). This Pro One was serviced by Synthchaser in September 2025. Work done included:
Recapped all original tantalum capacitors
Replaced original unreliable membrane style keybed with Fatar keybed
Cleaned pots & switches
Tuned & calibrated"
"The Ensoniq ESQ-1 is a vintage digital-analog hybrid synthesizer released in 1986. It combines digital wavetable oscillators with analog filters, allowing for a wide range of rich and complex sounds. The synth features an 8-voice polyphony, a powerful 8-track sequencer, and real-time modulation capabilities. Its user interface, though button-based, is considered intuitive for its time, aided by a clear LCD screen. The ESQ-1 is well-regarded for its warm tone and versatility, making it a cult favorite among synth enthusiasts!
This particular unit is in lovely working condition, running OS 3.5 and includes a VOL.1 factory sound cartridge. Keys have faded to a mellow yellow color, looks perfectly vintage!"
"Comes with a brand new skin! I currently just have it resting on the old one but could be installed permanently
Comes with 2 sound cartridges
Comes with padded case
Has the special edition rom installed!
Amazing classic synth!
Pickup in Mahopac or Midtown Manhattan."
"Decided to do another video about the Hydrasynth trying to capture that magical Roland Juno 106 and Juno 60 using presets I programmed. Using the magic of bucket brigade analog chorus.
You can see me turning off the chorus on the Hydrasynth sometimes, and sometimes leaving it on because it sounds better to my ears. If you turn off the Hydrasynth chorus it can be better because it doesn’t sound over the top and cause phasing that makes it sound worse.
When you see the cost of plugin chorus like Roland cloud Juno 60 chorus for $160 but then you can buy and analog chorus that does (imo) an even better job for $120 you might think the world has gone crazy lol ( the in version 2 of the chorus pedal - much better)
You can’t hear the Hydrasynth effects of the built chorus here when the pedal is off because you have to use a mono out into the stereo chorus.
If you want to hear the output of the Hydrasynth stereo chorus head here:"
Juno 106 Bank A for Hydrasynth - Random Jamming and camera testing
"The roland juno 106 is so epic that I have been making juno 106 sounds for my hydrasynth. there seems to be a camera malfunction during this video but the audio still plays and teh video comes back.
"Well I had an ideas to make famous synthesizer sounds for Hydrasynth and give them away. I’ll drop the link tomorrow, I am falling asleep, as usual it took 5 times longer than I thought to everything done.
I started off with Ben Bohmer and Beyond abeles lead, I though why not to a modern track mixed in with vintage ones.
Then Daft Punk, Europe- the final Countdown, Duran Duran, Axel F Harold Faltemyer and the unison sweep from Rush originally on the OBx I think.
So much nostalgia in these classic synth sound and very happy with the results"
We proudly present our unique set of presets for the Roland Alpha Juno and MKS50 synthesizer series. We've gone to great lengths to create highly usable sounds for this unique synth. The sounds are ideal for (melodic) techno and house, electro, synth pop, ambient, EDM, and other forms of (electronic) music. Check out our demo to get a feel for the sounds.
We've paid close attention to the playability and expressiveness of the presets. Most presets are velocity-sensitive or use aftertouch to control the filter. Ideal for dance music.
The presets are 100% compatible with all models of the Roland Alpha Juno series, including the Alpha Juno 1 (JU-1), Alpha Juno 2 (JU-2), the Roland Synth Plus 10 (HS-10), Roland Synth Plus 80 (HS-80), the MKS-50, and the TAL TAL-Pha Plugin. For the Roland MKS-50, we've included an additional sysex file in which the tone names are copied to the patches. We did this because the MKS-50 has a slightly different architecture than the Alpha Juno series.
If you are interested in my music you can find my latest album 'Silicon Seas' here:
https://diffusereality.bandcamp.com/"
"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. Staying away from Eurorack feels - at least in my case - like trying to stay healthy as a sommelier who likes to go on 72h benders in his spare time.
Today we are going to talk about MiniBrute 2s. This keyboardless successor to the original MiniBrute and hotchpotch of controversially discussed Arturia technology comes with JUST the right amount of non-modular synth facilities to make it interesting to “normal” people while - at the same time - opening the unholy floodgates to Eurorack hell. Just say no!!!
Chapters: 00:00 Intro tune 00:58 Overview MiniBrute 2 s 01:16 Minibrute 2s vs. MiniBrute 2 01:40 Oscillators 02:32 Filter Section 02:55 Brute Factor 03:09 Is MiniBrute 2s fully analog??? 03:17 LFOs, Envelopes 03:35 Sequencer , Aftertouch 04:38 Deep Sequencing Features 05:02 Arpeggiator 05:08 What else ( Form Factor, Connectivity, Pricing, Thanks) 05:54 H*te Screen 06:20 Jam 1 ( Fast Techno ) 07:11 Jam 2 ( Crude Synthwave ) 08:25 Finale ( Raw Electro ) 08:58 VERDICT 10:08 Patreon Shoutout ( Elektron Tonverk ) 08:58 Verdict"
"I wish I could say what's been going on in my life, to complain about some of the stuff that has happened. It's not good, but not something I want to share publicly (nothing health related or anything). Just... huge letdowns.
Anyway - I'm here, still trying. I want to come back to something and say: I think the Virus TI is still my favorite synth in my studio... Coming back from the Moog Muse and thinking 'Huh, I didn't know I could do this on the TI.' The only thing I really wish the TI had was Filter FM, that's kind of a bummer - but I guess since it has oscillator FM, that can be maybe a more exact approach to a similar sound? And I know the LFOs can't go fast enough to simulate Filter FM (I tried, but after a certain frequency, pitch won't affect the rate like it should, so it won't work).
But... the Virus is something. After all these years it still impresses me. It STILL gets me feeling joy. Something not a lot of synths offer.
Like, the fact that it has those 'analog' filters (which are supposed to model the Moog filters?), they sound damn good. And something you might not think about is OSC VOLUME Saturation Type which can affect how the filter resonance sounds? I mean, this stuff can really change the sound in the most interesting way.
Don't know why I have half the crap I have to be honest... I've thought about selling the Prophet VS, Jupiter 6, and a whole lot of other things. They don't really bring me joy. But the Virus... it still does, and I've had this thing since 2012."
"The curtain is about to rise for a stunning synthtronic symphony!
Cherry Audio's next Live Premiere begins Tuesday, October 7, at 10 AM PT. Join Tim Shoebridge for the debut of our latest electrifying virtual instrument, with a preview by Mike Martin. Stay tuned to Cherry Audio here and on social media for more!
"The MASK1EX is a desktop synthesizer providing all the incredible sounds of the MASK1 in a small, stylish, lightweight and cost-efficient package.
It comes with 377 preset sounds and 200 user memory slots for own creations.
The bitmask sound engine is fully integrated in this module. Each voice offers two bitmask oscillators, two multimode digital filters, four envelopes, a noise source and two LFOs. It also comes with high-quality onboard stereo effects. Polyphonic legato slurs and other expressive play modes do work perfectly via MIDI, it is a unique feature to MASK1/MASK1EX that allows to dynamically change articulation between notes depending on how you play, making the sound more lively than on any other synthesizer. Built-in looper makes it ideal for jamming.
Limited quantities available, this is a one-off production batch."
Differences between MASK1EX and MASK1:
MASK1EX vs MASK1
Polyphony: 10 vs 12
Oversampling: 8x vs 16x
Multitimbrality: 2 (1 MIDI channel + layer or split) vs 5 (4 MIDI channels + layer or split)
"This is a tutorial on how to get a variety of different sounds out of a steel tongue drum and handpan, without and added external effects from guitar pedals or a computer.
I compare sound design techniques on a Kosmosky 12 inch double sided drum to the Sonicware Liven Ambient 0 Synthesizer to demo how to replicate electronic effects acoustically to add different sound quality to your music.
Some of the techniques used here apply to other instruments like guitar, pianos and other percussion instruments, but some are unique to the steel tongue drum due it's unique form, timbre, and long sustain.
0:00 Intro
0:45 Velocity
1:33 Filter
2:23 Attack/tone
3:43 Release/sustain
4:49 LFO/Tremolo
6:00 Distortion
7:22 Reverb
8:45 Final Jam
9:15 Discount Code in Comments
@kosmosky_english
Here is a link to get 5% off all 2-sided Steel Tongue Drums on Kosmosky's website using the word 'Timeless' as the promo code at checkout: https://en.kosmosky.com/shop/2-sided"
"Another major firmware release for the NerdSEQ ecosystem with many new features!
The free V3.0 update adds improvements and presets for the Dualchord, Table support for all tracktypes, polyphonic ART support and nothing less than a cool and totally integrated video synthesizer (free update for the Video Expander). And as usual of course many other little features.
This update adds another dimension to your already multidimensional NerdSEQ ecosystem!!!
The update is as usual available on the xor website and on the forum.
https://www.xor.eu"
"Hi folks!
A jam on the Pocket Scion with some audio magic from the Torso S4. Scion was connected to the ginseng bonzai (ficus retusa). Hope you enjoy the peaceful vibes of the plant. PEACE&LOVE TO ALL FOLKS!🖖👽
"Here are a couple of tips for the Dreadbox NYMPHES. This is one of my all time favorite polyphonic synthesizers and I hope everyone gets an opportunity to check one out."
0:00 - Intro
1:45 - Tip 1
3:32 - Tip 2
5:57 - Tip 3
6:30 - Tip 4
8:29 - Final thoughts
