Polivoks Synthesizer | Vladimir Kuzmin Tribute

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"Vladimir Kuzmin, the creator and designer of the legendary Polivoks synthesizer, passed away last week.✨

I had the privilege of communicating with Vladimir several times, and I always experienced him as a very kind, helpful, and incredibly humble person. Behind one of the most unique synthesizers ever created was not only a talented engineer, but also a warm and generous human being.
This video is dedicated to Vladimir.

For this tribute, I created a cover version of “Summer” (“Лето”) by Kino, a Russian band whose music I deeply appreciate. The entire arrangement was made using only the Polivoks synthesizer — every sound, melody, texture, and atmosphere comes from this unique instrument.

The Polivoks was developed in the Soviet Union in the early 1980s and became famous for its aggressive character, distinctive multimode filter, and raw analog sound. Originally designed as a compact alternative to Western synthesizers, it later became a cult instrument among musicians and synthesizer enthusiasts around the world.

Thank you, Vladimir, for creating an instrument with such a powerful voice and for leaving a lasting mark on electronic music history.
Rest in peace.✨"