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Saturday, January 06, 2024

Casio CZ Synth PROGRAMMING

video uploads by Scifi Funk

Follow-up to this series below.

"How to really understand programming the Casio CZ Series from the CZ-101 to the CZ-1
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This series demonstrates how the synth works at a detailed level. By the time you have watched them all, you will have a great idea of how all the parameters interact for making sounds.

The Casio CZ-101 was my very first poly synth bought way back in 1985."

Playlist:

Casio CZ Synth PROGRAMMING. 1 of 4. “Creating movement”. (CZ 101, CZ 1000, CZ 5000, CZ 1 etc)
00:00 CZ-101, CZ-1 Introduction to programming using the Virtual CZ plugin.
00:40 We start with most basic sound BUT with Velocity sensitivity, so the sound is alive as you play (tone movement).
01:51 Fine tuning movement. The built-in chorus, plus Chorus defined (technically).
02:56 More fine tuning movement. A manual chorus - using the Vibrato section.
03:41 Harmonic movement. Using a chord that doesn’t resolve. E.g. C Maj 7 flat 5.
04:22 Add a vintage reverb with a long tail and the sound comes alive.
05:17 Using Detune to add movement. Line 1 + Line 1 or Line 1 + Line 2.
07:25 Future lessons will use the Envelopes to add further movement.
Casio CZ Synth PROGRAMMING. 2 of 4. “Combining Waveforms”. (CZ 101, CZ 1000, CZ 5000, CZ 1)
00:00 Combining Sawtooth and Square Waves (keeping the same octave discussion)
01:00 Combining Sawtooth with the other waveforms inc. Resonance waveforms.
01:51 How resonance waveforms can work the same as a resonance slider.
04:11 Using resonance to sound a bit like a vocal sound (low-end frequencies).
06:01 54% is the magic number for performance vibrato (demo as well)
06:25 Stacking. Super Saw wave examples.
07:29 Ring modulation add complexity (or fuzziness) to a sound.
Casio CZ Synth PROGRAMMING. 3 of 4. “2 Osc FULL CONTROL”. (CZ 101, CZ 1000, CZ 5000, CZ 1)
00:00 How to have full control over 2 oscillators. Set up explained.
02:16 Start point. A tiny delay means it sounds like its being phased/flanged.
03:19 Lets hear how each combination of waveforms sound.
04:00 The threshold for hearing the same waveform on the other oscillator.
04:50 Using envelopes to smooth filter sweeps.
05:35 More combinations.
06:39 Pulse width discussion. Using Filter sweeps to hear the differences in waveforms)
Casio CZ Synth PROGRAMMING. 4 of 4. “4 Osc STACKING”. (CZ 101, CZ 1000, CZ 5000, CZ 1 etc)
00:00 How to have full control over 2 oscillators. Set up explained.
02:16 Start point. A tiny delay means it sounds like its being phased/flanged.
03:19 Lets hear how each combination of waveforms sound.
04:00 The threshold for hearing the same waveform on the other oscillator.
04:50 Using envelopes to smooth filter sweeps.
05:35 More combinations.
06:39 Pulse width discussion. Using Filter sweeps to hear the differences in waveforms)

Tuesday, January 02, 2024

Casio CZ Series Programming (CZ-101, CZ-1, CZ-1000, CZ-3000, CZ-5000) Part 4 of 4


video upload by Scifi Funk

All parts here

"How to program the Casio CZ Series from the CZ-101 to the CZ-1
https://hyperfollow.com/scififunk/

A Step-by-step tutorial for programming the Casio CZ Series of Vintage Synthesizers. I explain what each Pot and Slider does on the synthesizer and how they interact to create sound.

PLEASE NOTE - Subsequent Casio Programming Tutorials will use Plug-in Boutiques Virtual Casio CZ VST plugin, as its so much quicker to program this way.

This series demonstrates how the synth works at a high level, enough to get you making sounds. For an in-depth look at programming the Synth as a whole. Please refer to my advanced programming series.

00:00 Key Follow. Change the sound as you play higher up the keyboard
01:58 Filter programming examples. Patience is required! (Better to program via Plugin Boutiques Virtual Casio CZ VST plugin).
05:14 Sharper sound example. (Taking chorus off, key follow off)
06:12 CZ-1 Name your sounds (pretty good for 1985/6)
06:50 Velocity key applies velocity sensitivity. (CZ-1 only) Examples shown. How to get your sound sharp.
08:30 Add waveforms together, Ring Modulator.
09:00 An old cliche: Get a sound close to what you want to achieve and start fiddling = quicker results.
Please watch the whole video to make sense of the chapters."

Monday, January 01, 2024

Casio CZ Series Programming (CZ-101, CZ-1, CZ-1000, CZ-3000, CZ-5000) Part 3 of 4


video upload by Scifi Funk

All parts here

"How to program the Casio CZ Series from the CZ-101 to the CZ-1
https://hyperfollow.com/scififunk/

A Step-by-step tutorial for programming the Casio CZ Series of Vintage Synthesizers. I explain what each Pot and Slider does on the synthesizer and how they interact to create sound.

PLEASE NOTE - Subsequent Casio Progamming Tutorials will use Plug-in Boutiques Virtual Casio CZ VST plugin, as it#s so much quicker to program this way.

This series demonstrates how the synth works at a high level, enough to get you making sounds. For an in-depth look at programming the Synth as a whole. Please refer to my advanced programming series.

00:00 Example CASIO CZ programming session. Waveform sounds.
01:58 The 8 stage envelope.
03:08 Envelope visual examples.
Please watch the whole video to make sense of the chapters.

The Casio CZ-101 was my very first poly synth bought way back in 1985."

Sunday, December 31, 2023

Casio CZ Series Programming CZ 101, CZ 1, CZ 1000, CZ 3000, CZ 5000 Part 2 of 4


video upload by Scifi Funk

All parts here

Saturday, December 30, 2023

Casio CZ Series Programming (CZ-101, CZ-1, CZ-1000, CZ-3000, CZ-5000) Part 1 of 4


video upload by Scifi Funk

All parts here

"How to program the Casio CZ Series from the CZ-101 to the CZ-1

https://hyperfollow.com/scififunk/

A Step-by-step tutorial for programming the Casio CZ Series of Vintage Synthesizers. I explain what each Pot and Slider does on the synthesizer and how they interact to create sound.

This series demonstrates how the synth works at a high level, enough to get you making sounds. For an in-depth look at programming the Synth as a whole. Please refer to my advanced programming series.

00:00 Introduction demo playing with settings that can easily be tweaked live.
03:30 All the CZ synths are basically the same architecture. The CZ-1 is the best model as it is velocity-sensitive.
04:16 Articles from the period explaining how to program the CZ-101.
04:58 The essence of Phase Distortion programming.
05:30 All 8 basic waveforms that start sound on a Casio CZ-101 etc.
06:50 How the synth sound chain hangs together (DCO, DCW, DCA)
07:48 Line select. How the oscillators work together. This is an important setting.
08:20 Noise and Ring modulator, plus detune, examples of using them with line select.
Please watch the whole video to make sense of the chapters.

The Casio CZ-101 was my very first poly synth bought way back in 1985."

Vintage Lexicon PCM90 Casio CZ-1 Synthesizer Live electronics Demo. Improv. “Inner Joy”.


video upload by Scifi Funk

"VINTAGE CASIO CZ-1 Synthesizer with a LEXICON PCM90 Reverb. Improv. 'Inner Joy'
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In this demo, I play a VINTAGE CASIO CZ-1 Synthesizer (big brother to the CASIO CZ-101) sound through the classic LEXICON PCM90 Reverb. Two of them are housed in a LEXICON LDI-12T PC Interface. The track is an improv around a riff I thought up moments before the demo.

I was feeling happy as I’d just got the LEXICON LDI-12T working again after being years out of service. Fiddling around, these chords came to mind. As it was a demo I quickly recorded before the idea left me. There is no programming involved. There are times when you just need to play.

So, why the LEXICON PCM-90 Reverb? Well, it gives THAT distinctive reverb sound which oozes quality. Reverb is a very important part of recording giving the instrument or vocal depth or near-field presence.

These demos were played live, then received a few little tweaks here and there because in real life my brain and fingers fall in and out of alignment. However in this case I left a few small errors in, just so you know I wasn’t faking it. I was happy! Sadly since then the Lexicon interface and its reverbs have died again. Oh well, back to the VST plugins!"

Friday, December 22, 2023

Hello Strega - 3 jams - no talk


video upload by Stazma

"My first day with Strega in a few jams. Just a few jam with different state of minds.
I think the Casio and this thing are going to be a great couple."

00:00 Lofi Dream Team w/ Casio PT-20
03:26 Crunch Drums
06:15 All Alone

Thursday, December 14, 2023

5 Minutes With Boss RV-200 Reverb


video upload by sonicstate

"Support us on https://patreon.com/sonicstate
The Boss RV-200 is Boss's latest algorithmic reverb pedal - indeed it can be battery powered (3 AA) though not sure quite how long that would last, given that the unit features 32-bit Float DSP and 32-bit AD/DA 96kHz and Stereo in and Out.

Paulee Bow takes a look in this FIVE MINUTES WITH
With 12 algorithms mostly offering what one would class as atmospheric or ambient processing, it excels at just that."

Saturday, December 09, 2023

Five vintage keyboards: Casio, Yamaha, Amstrad, Realistic Concertmate


video upload by Alfonse

"Music: "Nightlight" (C) Copyright 2023 Alfonse
Download the track here: https://alfonse.bandcamp.com/album/ni...

Sounds used in the track:
Yamaha PSS-680 - Voice 34, 0.63, 1.63, 2.21, 3.21, 4.01, 5.00, 6.06, 7.67
Amstrad Fidelity CKX100 - E Guitar, Synth 2
Casio CT-320 - Elec Guitar layered with Synth Reed
Casio MT-400V - Elec Guitar with short filter envelope, Organ with Waw!
Realistic Concertmate 660 - Strings"

Wednesday, December 06, 2023

Casio Sk-1 Circuit Bent with Control Box

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Casio CZ-5000

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"Tested in great working condition, one slider cap is unoriginal but fully functional. Also missing the rear battery compartment cover. Includes AC power.

Digital synthesizer based on Phase Distortion Synthesis, kind of similar the DX-7 FM Synthesis in terms of sound. Its a 16 voice synth that can be split into 2 parts, plus an 8 track sequencer. The voice structure is 2 oscillators, with a variety of standard and unusual waveforms including resonant waves that make up for the lack of filter. The waveforms get modulated by the 8 stage envelope generator (of which there are 3 for the pitch, waveform, and VCA) to create timbral changes. In addition to that there is a ring modulator, noise source, and chorus."

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Airplane Sound with CASIO CZ-5000 (1985)


video upload by Nacho Marty Meyer

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

TMP-2-04 Vintage Synth TV Series from Benge


video upload by Memetune Studio

00:00 Opening Titles
00:32 Introduction
01:22 Little Black Boxes
07:49 Switched On Cybersynths
14:55 Synthesiser Club
18:30 Commercial Break
21:52 Patching Today
35:05 Video Lab
40:34 Outro

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Episode four of the second series of the TV program from Benge, made at his Memetune Electronic Music Studio

The series explores his passion for vintage synthesiser instruments and studio gear and how he uses it on his productions and collaborations

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It is divided into the following sections:

LITTLE BLACK BOXES - A look at some classic rack mount synths of the 80s and 90s

SWITCHED ON - This second series looks at a type of synthesis based around the ideas of Cybernetics, which Benge calls CYBERSYNTHESIS

SYNTHESISER CLUB - A short musical demonstration of a synthesiser classic or three

COMMERCIAL BREAK - Some shameless Memetune shilling

PATCHING TODAY - A deep-dive into vintage modular systems and how to set up a patch on them, starting from scratch

VIDEO LAB - A look at old video equipment and how to create experimental visuals

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In THIS episode:

LITTLE BLACK BOXES - The Casio VZ10M Phase Distortion synth from 1988

SWITCHED ON CYBERSYNTHS - Euclidean Rhythms. We get the abacus out and do some maths in this episode, trying to work out Euclid’s infamous algorithm

SYNTHESISER CLUB - Today, its Club Yamaha!

COMMERCIAL BREAK - Benge’s latest album The View from Vega, released on the DiN label; FORMS SERIES albums on Bandcamp; Polyrythmic Electronica vinyl from the Systems of Objects label; Memetune merchandise - T-Shirts, Tote Bags and Badges

PATCHING TODAY - on the Paia 4700, made in Oklahoma City in 1974. Is this the WORST modular system ever made? Maybe, maybe not!

VIDEO LAB - In this episode - a look at vintage video cameras, and why the Three Tube system rules


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LINKS:

The View from Vega album: https://dinrecords.bandcamp.com/album...

Polyrythmic Electronica vinyl / Systems of Objects: https://systemofobjects.bandcamp.com/...

Benge's Studio Blog: http://myblogitsfullofstars.blogspot.com

Memetune Studio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/memetunestu...

Benge FORMS / Memetune Merch on Bandcamp: https://zackdagoba.bandcamp.com


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The MemeTune Programme Credits:
Everything in this video was created by B D Edwards (Benge)
All music, design, writing, filming and production completed at Memetune Studios, UK, 2023

Sunday, November 26, 2023

Hainbach - SK-1 Dreams - Full Album HD 4K


video upload by HAINBACH

"A collection of pieces I recorded in the early hours and the afternoon heat of Hydra, Greece. A reflection on leaving spaces unfilled.

Buy it here: https://hainbach.bandcamp.com/album/s...
Bram Bos Fluss App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fluss-g..."

Sunday, November 19, 2023

Limited Edition Gold Casio XW-P1

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You can find details on this model in this post from 2012.

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Casio CZ-101 Phase Distortion Synthesizer Keyboard + Accessories

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Monday, November 13, 2023

The Toy Sampler That Inspired Generations of Musicians


video upload by HAINBACH

"The Casio SK-1 was my very first electronic music instrument that allowed for some degree of experimentation. Its crunchy 8BIT sound got me hooked in a way that shaped my entire music career. 25 years later and with a bunch of SK-1 inspired instruments incoming on Kickstarter, I wanted to revisit this beautifully crappy sampler.

LISTEN TO SK-1 DREAMS: https://hainbach.bandcamp.com/album/s...
GET FLUSS (iOS): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fluss-g...
GET COOL BONUS STUFF: http://patreon.com/hainbach"

Friday, November 10, 2023

Casio Casiotone CT-320 with analogue SuperDrums!


video upload by Alfonse

"Music: 'Loungewear' (C) Copyright 2023 Alfonse
Download here: https://alfonse.bandcamp.com/track/lo...

Casio Casiotone CT-320 keyboard (1985) with SuperDrums!!

All sounds you hear in the track were made using the Casio CT-320 and recorded to a DAW, where reverb was added. Two of the parts were played through a Boss DD7 delay pedal for some added interest. The aim of these videos is to see what you can create using sounds from ageing home keyboards together with current production tools.

A full-size version of the MT-52, the CT-320 wins points just as a beatbox alone with its Super Drums feature, which allows for individual drum elements (kick, snare, conga, hi-hat) to be switched to one of 3 different pattern variations within a rhythm selection, allowing for plenty of customisation.

ALFONSE Store: http://alfonse.bandcamp.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/alfonsemusic Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/alfonsemusic Soundcloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/alfonsemusic"

Sunday, November 05, 2023

Circuit Bent S-Cat (Space Cat Audio) Casio MT-100 Casiotone

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"Circuit Bent Casio MT-100 by S-Cat (Space Cat)

Includes 21 modification"

You can find a demo video and list of mods posted back in 2013 here.

Saturday, November 04, 2023

Casio CZ-1 digital fatness


video upload by synthlegends

"The CZ series is a family of low-cost phase distortion synthesizers produced by Casio in the mid-1980s. It can sound very metallic but also fat analogue, almost like an American 80ies synth. It’s perfect for fat bass sounds. I played a lot of those in this demo.

The CZ-1 in this demo is most advanced Synthesizer in the CZ series. It doubled the memory, was multitimbral, also stored splits and layers as "Operation Memories", and added velocity and aftertouch sensitivity to the keyboard, along with programming parameters to control how velocity and aftertouch pressure would affect the sound. It features three modes 'normal' (1 tone 16 voice), 'tone mix' and 'key split' (2 tones with 8 voices each). In the 2 tone modes the chorus setting controls which tone goes to which of the left and right output channels.

This demo was recorded live and I only used single sounds, no overdubbing also. I didnt use any fx and mastering (only the internal chorus). Just pure, dry and raw.

I played lots of FM like bass sounds, PPG like bells, some fat brass sounds and also crazy stuff.

I hope you enjoy the video. Thanks for watching."
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