ARP Odyssey "Instant Odyssey" Overlay Series - Episode 7: Theremin

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"In this short video series, our Education Associate Mike Kiker will be exploring the ARP Odyssey and the collectible 'Instant Odyssey' preset overlay set. Created by David Frederick, former vice president of ARP, as a means of selling the instrument and giving the player some familiar sounds to get started and learn to program the synth along the way. Does this patch sound like a Theremin?"

Matti from NYU and Talking Synths

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"MIDItoSpeech is a set of software and tools to 'speak' the affordances on the synthesizers using a computer. Our model relies on MIDI transmission of parameters as affordances are touched on the synth. This is being designed as both a Max patch / Max4Live device as well as a website using the Web MIDI API. In both cases, there is a community-driven repository of JSON files (the ‘devices’ folder) for models of synthesizers that describe their NRPN / CC values with labels, enumerators, etc.

Manufacturers can develop these JSON files as part of their production pipeline, and community members / enthusiasts can develop them for legacy synthesizers, open source initiatives, etc. As a second-order benefit, these files can be used for translanguaging as well as access (i.e. you could have distinct JSON files for a synthesizer in English, Mandarin, Spanish, etc.).

This work is led by Luke DuBois Technology, Culture and Society Department Co-Chair; Director of Research, Integrated Design and Media; Professor and member of The MIDI Association's Music Accessibility special interest group"

Stefanie Koseff from the Tandon School at NYU explains making synthesizers more accessible.

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"This work is led by Luke DuBois Technology, Culture and Society Department Co-Chair; Director of Research, Integrated Design and Media; Professor and member of The MIDI Association's Music Accessibility special interest group"

Also featuring Dina Pearlman of the Alan R Pearlman Foundation.

VIVALDI - Autumn Part 1 (excerpt) on SIX (5) Korg Arp Odysseys

video upload by Richard Payne

"Was programming in the MIDI notes for Part 3 of Summer (it’s coming …) when I got sidetracked by this lovely bit of Autumn.

Vivaldi’s accompanying sonnet describes this moment as “the drunkards have fallen asleep” which, 10 days into my sobriety I’m enjoying a lot. Vicariously.

One of my favourite things on the Odyssey is the ability to have the White Noise from the S&H section modulating the Filter. Giving it a sort of grainy, crackly sound. I do this a lot and you can hear it on Odyssey #1 and #4 at the very start, each playing single notes panned slightly left and right.

There’s some Reverb from UAD’s Lexicon 224 but other than that, absolutely no other processing or EQ.

Oh, as I mentioned before, Odyssey #3 got damaged on the boat to Australia from the UK and while it's waiting to be repaired is being (well) represented here by a colour photocopy, sellotaped onto some cardboard."

You can find additional VIVALDI performances by Richard Payne here.

ARP 2800 Odyssey Mark III Monophonic Analog Synthesizer

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"Fresh off the bench is this Arp Odyssey. Previously owned by our head synthesizer tech, this Diabolical Device is sure to turn some heads. With extra patch points and CV in and out, what more can you want?"

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ARP Odyssey "Instant Odyssey" Overlay Series - Episodes 2 - 6

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Episode 1 here

Playlist:

1. ARP Odyssey "Instant Odyssey" Overlay Series - Episode 2: Cellos
2. ARP Odyssey "Instant Odyssey" Overlay Series - Episode 3: "Electric Bass"
3. ARP Odyssey "Instant Odyssey" Overlay Series - Episode 4: Strings
4. ARP Odyssey "Instant Odyssey" Overlay Series - Episode 5: Concertina
5. ARP Odyssey "Instant Odyssey" Overlay Series - Episode 6: Country Guitar

ARP 2600 FS By Korg w/ Original box, Flight Case, Extras

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The Summer Madness Sound with Vintage Synths | ARP Odyssey & ARP Strings

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"Step into the lush, atmospheric world of Summer Madness by Kool & The Gang and discover how its iconic textures can be recreated using classic analog instruments. In this recreation, we focus on the essential ingredients that define the track's unmistakable character: the expressive lead sound of the ARP Odyssey, the warm and soulful Rhodes electric piano, and the rich ARP ensemble strings (ARP QUADRA) that float effortlessly through the mix.

Using vintage synthesizers and period-correct techniques, we'll break down the signature tones, performance nuances, and subtle production details that helped make this 1974 masterpiece a landmark of jazz-funk and electronic soul. Whether you're a synth enthusiast, producer, or fan of classic groove music, this journey explores the magic behind one of the most influential instrumental tracks ever recorded."

PPG 1002 with Antonus 2600 and Step Brother session 2

video upload by Antonus

"Antonus System - 2600 & Step Brother + PPG 1002

We lucky enough to have the reissue of the PPG 1002 in our studio for a few days—one of the rarest and most sought-after synthesizers in music history.

We absolutely had to take advantage of its stay, so we paired it with our Antonus System to make some music and explore what this amazing synth can do.

In this patch, you can hear the full setup interacting. The sequence starts off really quiet and atmospheric, but then it evolves into an absolute groove that will make you want to move.

We hope you enjoy this patch! Let us know what you think in the comments below.

🎥 Filmmaker: Micaela Villafañe
🎛️ Studio: Resonite Art Factory"

ARP Odyssey "Instant Odyssey" Overlay Series - Episode 1: Harmonica

video upload by EMEAPP

"In this short video series, our Education Associate Mike Kiker will be exploring the ARP Odyssey and the collectible 'Instant Odyssey' preset overlay set.

Created by David Frederick, former vice president of ARP, as a means of selling the instrument and giving the player some familiar sounds to get started and learn to program the synth along the way.

Does this patch sound like a harmonica?
You be the judge."

ARP Gallery Announcement

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"On June 7th, 2026 we celebrate the 101st birthday of Alan R. Pearlman, the founder of ARP Synthesizers. And we wrap up our year-long ARP@100 celebration with the announcement of our new gallery dedicated solely to ARP.
We're thrilled to display these wonderful instruments and to help preserve the history of ARP and would like to thank the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation for all their support.
Happy Birthday Al!
#arpsynthesizer #alanrpearlmanfoundation #synthesizer #electronics #museum"

ARP Pro Soloist versa GRP Vintage Genesi

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"ARP Pro Soloist versa GRP Vintage Genesis
GRP is a perfect reincarnation of the ARP
Thanks to Paolo"

Also see this post.

ARP 3620 Keyboard Owners Manual

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ARP Sequencer Owners Manual

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"PAGES 15-18 ARE MISSING / SEE PHOTOS"

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ARP Odyssey Original Guide -1975- Original Vintage Synthesizer Catalog/Brochure

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"For sale is a rare vintage ARP Odyssey Original Guide/Owner’s manual from October 1975 .

This is your chance to own this vintage original ARP Odyssey Owner’s Manual/Guide with all the information about the vintage original ARP Odyssey. This manual contains 34 pages.

This is a must-have for any vintage synthesizer/ARP collector as these are getting very hard/impossible to find these days.

This manual has no highlighting,underlining or any stamps in it. This manual is in very good condition , see the picture's for more detail."

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Photokarpy#3 - Arpeggios on SIX (5) Korg ARP Odysseys

video upload by Richard Payne

"Just a quick Sunday Afternoon test of my ARP Odysseys. The free-running LFO mods I did are just the ticket here but a couple definitely need their Oscillators calibrating. I'm especially looking at you #1! A job for this afternoon ...

When I moved from Bristol to Perth, Australia 2 years ago, ARP #3 didn't enjoy the voyage, refused to power up when we got here and is currently with the good technicians at EAV in Morley. It is being represented here by a colour photocopy (photokarpy) sellotaped onto some cardboard.

But there are lots of plans afoot for myself and the Odysseys.

Ambient gigs, Raves, Classical stuff, Weddings, Sausage Sizzles ...

I'll keep yous posted."

Thomas Dolby Demonstrates synthesizers (1982)

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"Thomas Dolby Demonstrates synthesizers (1982) clip from BBC Riverside."

Roland System 100m, Roland TR-808, PPG Wave, Casio VL-1, Moog Micromoog, ARP Solina, Roland Junpiter-4, and Roland VP-330 Vocoder Plus.

ARP 2600 Patch Book Sounds Charts

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1975 ARP 2600 Owners Manual The ARP Synthesizer Series 2600

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1971 Tonus ARP 2600 Owners Manual 2nd Edition

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Grab a Blue Meanie ARP 2600 Beach Towel for the Summer

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"Make Waves on the Beach with our new and rethought merch, 10% off through May 27th!

Our ARPstore has NEW and re-thought favorites all ready for your hot-weather needs! And even better....

Our Summer Collection is on sale through May 27th!"

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