Commodore 64 and Pro Tools sync'ed (DM Enjoy the Silence)

Published on Jul 2, 2019 DX5

"Just testing how a Commodore 64 and Pro Tools suit sync'ed together.
C64 DCO's are three, sharing one filter. I made a backtrack with three tracks: 1: bassline, 2:extra "drums" and 3: initial sequence and "guitar". C64 runs as slave, with Pro Tools as master. They sync for start/stop, as well as for MIDI CLOCK.


Gear used:
Commodore 64 Aldi version (a bit yellowish!). SID 8580
Emu Emax II
Roland Promars MRS-2
Roland JP8000.

Backtrack originally recorded in Pro Tools (with many more instruments)"

Korg Gadget 2 (IPAD) Commodore64 (MSSIAH) Novation Circuit -TECHNO ROULETTE No. 15 (KUSH)

Published on Jun 2, 2019 KUSH

"Techno Roulette No.15: Live jam with Korg Gadget2 (Ipad), Commodore 64 and Novation Circuit.
Instagram.com/kushgram"

How Speech Synthesizers Work

Published on Mar 9, 2019 The 8-Bit Guy

This one is in via Soviet Space Child.

Selected Tracks From Synthesizers Demos Vol​.​1

Published on Dec 4, 2018 Nacho Marty Meyer

high-quality download: https://nacho80.bandcamp.com/album/se...

01. Yamaha TX216 - TF1 Dream
02. Ensoniq ESQ-M - HARD_CEM3379
03. Kawai XS-1 - MAPA_3
04. Casio CZ-5000 - Adrenalynn_7
05. Roland MT-100 - Orange Buildings
06. E-MU Vintage Keys - Hidden People
07. Yamaha FB-01 - Peleadores
08. Roland MKS-70 - ETIONS
09. Kawai K4r - Factory Outside
10. Kawai 100F - The Arabian Dude

Selected Tracks From Synthesizers Demos Vol.2

Published on Dec 8, 2018

Published on Dec 8, 2018 Nacho Marty Meyer

high-quality download: https://nacho80.bandcamp.com/album/se...

01. Commodore 64 - SID_B 00:00
02. Oberheim Matrix-1000 - Her Bodas 00:26
03. Casio CZ-5000 - Lucy en el telo con amantes 8:13
04. Yamaha FB-01 - Dubbian Dub 10:04
05. Roland MKS-70 - Oceanfront 14:28
06. Yamaha TX216 - Looking For Robox 17:29
07. Roland M-VS1 - Room 5_1979 22:21
08. Kawai XD-5 - Mapa Incorrecto 25:06
09. Yamaha TG33 - Afternoon Road Show 27:00
10. Korg EX-800 & AKAI S2000 - Octakorg 29:03
11. Roland MKS-70 - Telefunk70 31:21
12. Roland JV-1080 - Gaming The Ghetto 34:03

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Delicious C64 SID arps 🤤🤤🤤

Published on Nov 20, 2018 LukHash

"Mmmm Commodore 64 sid arps. So yummy!¡ 🤤🤤🤤"

TETRIS テトリス (1989) - GAMEBOY REMIX [LukHash] - GB + C64 + PO28

Published on Oct 25, 2018 LukHash

"Remix of one of the most recognizable tracks in gaming history. 'Type A' theme from 1989 Nintendo GameBoy version of 'Tetris' by Hirokazu Tanaka, originally based on 'Korobeiniki', a nineteenth-century Russian folk song.

If you enjoy it you may like my music too and support future releases by purchasing my albums from https://lukhash.bandcamp.com/"

New Commodore 64 Chiptune Music & Music Maker Project by Perifractic's Retro Recipes

New Commodore 64 Chiptune Music Video 🎧 "The Lost Years (feat. C64)" | ©1997-2018 Perifractic Published on Oct 1, 2018

More info & tunes: http://euromantix.com

"🍟 ON TODAY'S MENU: Marvel as I channel my inner Ross Geller in this music video as I go back to my roots again with another brand new original chiptune, recorded on the Commodore Music Maker Station built in a past video. Every note you hear was recorded on my Commodore 64 (only some echo & percussion added) straight out of the SID chip, using CynthCart, and GarageBand on the other end. This is in line to be my Q4 Theme Tune. Let me know what you think!

© DMCA Copyright Notice: "The Lost Years (feat. C64)" aka "What Do You Want" Registered International Copyright ©1997-2018 CJ Simpson aka Perifractic / euromantix music / TuneCore Music Publishing Administration / Atlantic Screen Group. Unauthorized distribution prohibited. All rights reserved. PRS-MCPS registered."

Commodore Music Maker Project - The C=MM² red


"My project to turn Commodore Music Maker into the CMM Station - a sexy music workstation inspired by Fairlight"

Playlist:
1/6: Commodore Music Maker Refurb - The Beginning
2/6: Commodore Music Maker Refurb - Recording An Original Hit Song
3/6: Commodore Music Maker Refurb - The Music Station
4/6: Commodore Music Maker Refurb - Shattered Case Repair
5/6: Commodore Music Maker Refurb - Darth Vader Case | feat. Retro Man Cave
6/6: Commodore Music Maker Refurb - Hammer Repair & Big Finish!
And the video above.

Computadora Feliz / Happy Computer (C64 Sid Mashup Remix)

Published on Apr 23, 2007 aufsturz

"first video by Computadora Feliz

more info:

http://www.myspace.com/computadorafeliz
http://www.bleepstreet.com"

This one in via Suirt Blurt.

Mr Woofer - Synth Demos

Published on Oct 6, 2017 Mr Woofer

Playlist:

1. Mr Woofer - Enter Space (Atari STE Demo)

"Enter Space!" says Sinclair Spectrum ZX through its Currah uSpeech synthesizer. The Atari STE and its Yamaha YM2149F chip in all its square wave glory does exactly that. The tools used to control the STE are NSQ (Near Synthesizer Quality), Chip Synth and MaxYMiser.

The powerful beats are coming from NI Massive except for the Hi-hats and noise bursts which are also Atari STE. As usual external reverb and delay are added. Hope you enjoy it!

Music and Sound Design by Mr Woofer (Konstantinos Kampanis).
Original footage and video editing by Mr Woofer.

Enjoy!

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MUSIC TRACKERS XOR NERDSEQ AND LSDJ

Published on Nov 5, 2017 LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER

"What is a music tracker? well check the video! see about how to play with one on a commodore 64 or an atari st or even modern macs and computers! there are HUNDREDS out there!

but now! there is one for the modular synthesizer. the NERDSEQ
more info right here :-
http://xor-electronics.com/nerdseq/"

Commodore 64 System w/ Cynthcart Cartridge from Paul Slocum

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"Comes with:

Commodore 64 computer

Incredible Musical Keyboard in original box with (untested) software

Cynthcart cartridge from Paul Slocum.

Off-Brand power supply, supposedly better than the Commodore original.

Video to 1/4" cable, ready for effects or to be plugged into your interface."

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B.H.Z. Quad Sid

This was one spotted on ricardo.ch, by swissdoc. According to the listing it's a:

"C64 SID Synthesizer 4x SID Chip

1x Midi In
1x Midi Out
4x Audio Out Mono je SID Chip 1 Audio Out"

If anyone knows more about this one or B.H.Z let us know! This is the first B.H.Z. post on the site.

Curious if this is a one off Midibox based SID.

Update: confirmed this is Midibox based. Now checking on what the B.H.Z. stands for. Maybe the initials of the maker.

Automaton Subsystem - Chiptune Dub Reggae with Nintendo NES, Game Boy and Commodore 64

Published on Aug 1, 2017 Synthesized

"Automaton Subsytem Live at the Centre For Computing History for Music for Geeks Night. Automaton Subsystem uses a Nintendo NES, Game Boy and Commodore 64 to create the chiptune flavoured dub reggae with a bassline so deep you can feel it ..."

MIDIBOX SID KEYTAR CUSTOM DIY GIANA 64 C64 COMMODORE SYNTHESIZER

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Giana 64: Commodore 64 Keytar Published on Feb 25, 2010

"A quick demo of a keytar I built out of a Commodore 64. It uses two SID 6581 chips and was made using the Midibox Sid platform from www.ucapps.de. Better video to follow later." See here.

via this auction

"Up for auction is a unique electronic musical instrument, The Giana 64. Giana is a custom MidiBox SID v2 built into a keytar form-factor using an original Commodore 64 case for the body. The build includes several unique additions to the standard Midibox SID, including an assignable ribbon controller, expression pedal input, CV inputs, and of course the integrated keybed. A full MidiBox SID control surface is integrated into the neck.

I built Giana in the winter of 2010. It was a true labor of love, being one of the first large-scale electronics projects I ever worked on. The first video I posted of Giana went quasi-viral (by 2010 standards) and was covered by numerous synth blogs including Synthtopia; as far as I know it remains the only MIDIbox SID ever built into a keytar form-factor.

I tried to design it to look a little like a ghostbusters proton pack—some of the “retrofited” elements, like the rainbow ribbon cable running across the exterior, are not actually functional, but were fit for a hax00ry, cyberpunk vibe.

The instrument can be used flat on a table, or worn upright using the built-in strap buttons. The entire system is mounted onto a single piece of solid wood, and the plastic components are attatched with metal hardware, making it quite sturdy / gig-able.

Please note that for aesthetic purposes, the majority of the controls have been left unlabeled. The neck layouts are uniquely spaced, so that with a little practice all the major functions can be easily memorized. A PDF will also be provided labeling each function, to be used in combination with the official Midibox SID user manual.

Features:
MIDI Box SID V2 including standard MIDI I/O
Full control surface including mod matrix
Dual 6581 SIDs in stereo configuration, hand matched for similar filter characteristics
Integrated keyboard
Assignable ribbon controller (range-centered for use with pitch bend)
3 assignable CV inputs, 0-5V range, diode protected (plug and play with Euro modular)
Assignable expression pedal input
Custom power supply (not a recycled c64 PSU) provides robust power
Ships in custom case with custom foam inserts (see pictures—adapted from a rifle case)

Included Items:
Giana 64 Keytar
Custom PSU
Custom Carrying case
Moog EP-2 expression pedal
Rainbow guitar strap
Interface guide PDF

The instrument is in excellent condition, having been privately owned for 7 years, with about 3 of those years spent in storage. In preparation for the auction I tested every function and all systems are nominal. Since this is a DIY project however, the instrument is being sold as-is. Potential buyers should understand the responsibility that comes with owning a DIY instrument.

The pictures were taken a few days ago and reflect the present condition of the instrument. The linked youtube videos were recorded back when the instrument was first built. Not much has changed since then except for a few minor chips in the paint."

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Sequential Circuits Model 64 Sequencer for the Commodore 64

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Metunar - Multicam Track No. 5 - Modular + C64

Published on May 9, 2017 Metunar

"Modular synthesizer and Commodore C64 with Mssiah cartridge. The drumsounds in the beginning are from the C64 and also two sounds played by the keyboard (Minibrute)."

01 - Rumore Rosa: Le Onde Quadre

Published on Mar 4, 2017 pcna

"Prima Puntata di Rumore Rosa, la mia rubrica dedicata all' audio.

Per definizione lo scopo dell' audiofilo è il raggiungimento della riproduzione di un evento sonoro quanto più reale possibile. Se l' evento da riprodurre non fosse reale?

Da un' idea di Bebo Moroni una serie di video dove racconterò agli audiofili la storia della musica elettronica, le tecniche di sintesi e di manipolazione del suono."

Googlish:

"First Episode of Pink Noise, my phone book dedicated to 'Audio.

By definition, the purpose of 'audiophile is the achievement of playing a sound event as real as possible. If the 'event to be played is not real?

From a 'idea of Bebo Moroni a series of videos where audiophiles will tell the history of electronic music, the techniques of synthesis and sound manipulation."

Sequential Music Mate for the Commodore 64

Published on Feb 7, 2017 8-Bit Keys

Little bit of Sequential Circuits history, only featured once before on the site. This is the first demo of one that I am aware of. Note the image of the Prophet-600 on the software case.

Commodore 64 SID analog synth music computer w/ many extras

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"Up for sale is a complete music setup for SID chip music
Including :
- Commodore 64 complete computer with 6581R4 SID chip
- mouse
- paddles (x2)
- keyboard overlay
- power supplies (x2)
- DIN A/V cable (with adapter)
- dust cover
- SID 2 SID interface (to add a 2nd SID chip, 6 voices, stereo and all) new never mounted
- 2nd 6581 SID chip to use with the aforementioned board (bought fully tested working but never used by me)
- MSSIAH MIDI cartridge (synthesizer + MIDI output and capability)
- Cynthcart cartridge (synthesizer, usable without any TV) version 1.2.4

Everything works to the extent of my knowledge. Makes for very nice chiptune or analog synth sounds! Get started with this complete setup for way less money and hassle than finding all those pieces one by one!"

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Rare Custom Commodore C64 SID Synthesizer

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"in excellent condition, made from a vintage Commodore 64 case that will have minor wear due to its age.

**This is a rare custom designed synth made from a Commodore 64 case and that uses 2 SID 8580 chips.
its got a ton of power and features. killer synth for chip tune.

fast and hands-on with heaps of crazy features (3-way-polyphony, wavetables, triggers, special drum engine, bassline engine, etc).

The sound chips are the later SID 8580 (from the mid 80s original C64s), much better than the earlier 6581 ones the SID station uses. It can combine waveforms, like TRI+PULSE, SAW+PULSE, etc, the old ones couldn't do it. Gives it a much wider sound spectrum.

it has two independent SIDs, each with own MIDI channel and seperate audio outs, so one can do a bassline and the other can do skanks for instance while you can tweak both in realtime, with the knobs or MIDI controllers."

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