65 Must-See Synths & Keyboards: Ultimate Studio Tour

video upload by Andy Whitmore

"Step into the iconic Greystoke Studio in West London, owned by renowned record producer Andy Whitmore! In this exclusive tour, Andy reveals one of the largest analog keyboard collections in the UK, featuring gems like the legendary Jupiter-8 and Yamaha CS80. Discover the studio's rich history of creating chart-topping hits with artists like Boy George, Lemar, and Peter Andre.

This video is Part A of the studio tour, showcasing Andy’s unparalleled synth collection. Stay tuned for Part B, featuring rare keyboards like the Steinway & Hammond, along with his guitar collection.

🔑 Studio Highlights:
• The birthplace of Peter Andre’s #1 hit 'Flava' and Lemar’s triple-platinum album Time to Grow
• Recent projects include Ben Hemsley’s 'Every Little Thing' with over 5M Spotify plays
• Home to iconic TV theme music for ITV Champions League and tracks featured on The Simpsons, Top Gear, and Frasier If you're a synth enthusiast, music producer, or just curious about where the magic happens, this tour is for you!"

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Forrest Swords, Crow (cover)

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Sven Vath - L'esperanza (cover)

video upload by fischek

A gem from the 90ies.

Gear:
*Nord Lead 2x
*Korg Wavestate
*Korg M1 (VST)
*Vital (VST)

♫ Jamming With a Bunch of Synths ♫ ----- (138)

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5U Modular (Synthesizers.com, STG Soundlabs, Synthetic Sound Labs)
Akai MPC X
Behringer 2600 (ARP 2600 clone)
Behringer Kobol Expander (RSF Kobol Expander clone)
Behringer Model D (Minimoog 2016 reissue clone)
Behringer Pro-1 (Sequential Circuits Pro One clone)
Behringer RD-6 (Roland TR-606 clone)
Behringer TD-3-MO (Devilfish modded Roland TB-303 clone)
Casio CSM-1
Clavia Nord Wave
cre8audio East Beast
cre8audio West Pest
Erica Synths Syntrx II
Elta PF-3 Stereo Multimode Filter (Formanta Polivoks chips)
Eurorack Modular (2HP, Behringer, Expert Sleepers, Intellijel)
Korg Delta
Korg Mono/Poly (x2)
Korg SQ-1 (analog style sequencer)
Ladyada Xoxbox (Roland TB-303 clone)
Landscape Noon
Make Noise 0-CTRL (analog sequencer/touch keyboard)
Moog Source
Roland CM-300 Sound Canvas
Roland P-330 Piano Module
Simmons SDS-V
Studio Electronics Boomstar 5089 mk1
Yamaha CS-15

Dub techno jam with clavia nord lead4 (4-part multi timbral mode)

video upload by ghostradioshow

"MIDI notes are provided by ableton live.No other Synths. enjoy;)

Part A: Chord Synth
Part B: Bass
Part C:Snare&HH
Part D: Kick"

Clavia Ddrum 2 Model 4 with Expansions

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"Rare vintage Clavia Ddrum 2 with five expansions."

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Custom Blue Nord Electro 3

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"Nord Electro 3 61-key painted blue"

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SFEMF live electronic performance by Amanda Chaudhary

video upload by CatSynth TV

"The full set by (CatSynth host) Amanda Chaudhary at the 2024 San Francisco Electronic Music Festival (SFEMF). The performance took place at The Lab in San Francisco on September 20, 2024.

For more information about Amanda's music, please visit:
https://amandachaudhary.com
https://amandachaudhary.bandcamp.com

For more information about SFEMF, including the full festival program:
http://sfemf.org

For more information about the The Lab
https://thelab.org

00:00 Introduction
00:10 Untitled first piece featuring modular improvisation
02:53 Cartography
08:58 Endorheic Basin
11:59 Cables and Carafes
15:41 Untitled improvisation
17:08 Untitled piece using Cherry Audio Novachord

Instruments included:
Nord Stage EX
Modular with a variety of modules from Make Noise, Metasonix, Morphor, Qu-bit, 2hp, 4ms, Strymon, Synthesis Technology, Buchla, ARC, Malekko, and others.
Arturia V Collection virtual instruments
Cherry Audio virtual instruments
Ableton Live
Kilpatrick Carbon sequencer
Crank Sturgeon Pocket Gamelan"

Nord Grand 2 Advanced Tutorial with Jacob Dupree

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"Find exclusive Nord Grand 2 deals at Kraft Music:
https://kraftmusic.com/collections/no...

Jacob Dupre visits The Gallery at Kraft Music to give a detailed presentation on the Nord Grand 2.

Connect with Jacob here:
https://www.jacobdupremusic.com/

0:27 Introduction
0:47 Updates for Grand 2
1:39 Nord software
2:42 Nord wood stand and accessories
3:56 Control panel tour
8:27 Effects section tour
12:13 Mod 1 effects
14:52 Mod 2 effects
16:02 EQ section
17:20 Amp section
18:09 Compressor
18:28 Delay section
24:42 Reverb
31:32 Piano section
34:49 Sample/Synth section
46:01 Outtro

The Nord Grand 2 features the latest generation premium hammer action keyboard from Kawai for the responsive feel of an acoustic grand piano. Combined with Nord's world renowned Sound Libraries and a tactile user interface, the sleek and elegant Nord Grand 2 offers a genuinely unique experience. Other highlights include Advanced Layering of two Pianos and two Sample Synths at a time, support for the Nord Piano Monitor, and an included Nord Triple Pedal 2.

Get more for your money with an exclusive Nord Grand 2 bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new stage piano, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable Sales Advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Jacob Dupre plays the Nord Grand 2 - Sessions from The Gallery

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"Find exclusive Nord Grand 2 deals at Kraft Music:
https://kraftmusic.com/collections/no...

Jacob Dupre visits The Gallery at Kraft Music to play the Nord Grand 2.

Connect with Jacob here:
https://www.jacobdupremusic.com/

The Nord Grand 2 features the latest generation premium hammer action keyboard from Kawai for the responsive feel of an acoustic grand piano. Combined with Nord's world renowned Sound Libraries and a tactile user interface, the sleek and elegant Nord Grand 2 offers a genuinely unique experience. Other highlights include Advanced Layering of two Pianos and two Sample Synths at a time, support for the Nord Piano Monitor, and an included Nord Triple Pedal 2.

Get more for your money with an exclusive Nord Grand 2 bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new stage piano, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable Sales Advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Underneath & Over Again | Modular, Moog Grandmother, Prophet Rev2, Nord Piano, Fender Jazz Bass

video upload by Wake Rise Fall

"Let me score your animated adventure show

Patch Notes
Mangrove sending square into both Tides V2 for harmonic oscillator.
Stages modulating Tides V2 and Rings.
Marbles sending Gate/CV to Tides V2 and Rings.
Just Friends modulating Veils.
Everything is sent into TXn to pan and into Clouds.

Gear Used:
Prophet Rev2
Moog Grandmother
Nord Piano 3
Fender Squier Jazz Bass
Mutable Instruments Marbles
Mutable Instruments Tides V2 2x
Mutable Instruments Stages
Mutable Instruments Rings
Mutable Instruments Clouds
Mutable Instruments Veils
Mutable Instruments Links
Mannequins Mangrove
Mannequins Just Friends
Mannequins RIP
Squarp Hermod"

SynthfestUK 24 Synth Coverage

video uploads by sonicstate

Update: moving this post up once as new videos have been added. Bookmark this post for updates.

Use the player controls to skip around.

Playlist:

1.SynthfestUK 24: Knobula - Synth Modules and Toy Pianos

At SynthfestUK 2024, we met up again with Jason, who gaves us the updates in the world of Knobula. On display was the new 'dark mode' Poly Cinematic module, for more monochrome rigs ;-]

2. SynthFestUK 24: PWM - More Mantis News

At the show we made a beeline for the PWM stand, where Paul gave us the latest Mantis news.
And yes, it's out there in the world now!

3. SynthfestUK 24: Roland Unveils the Juno-D Series with Zen-Core Sound

We caught up with Andrew and Ludwig who showed us around the new updated Juno-D series: Juno-D6, D7, and D8. They have the same keyboard action as the Fantom-O series and a new colour screen, making it easier for performers to navigate on stage. And they can be powered by a USB-C mobile battery, perfect for buskers ;-) Running Roland's Zen-Core sound engine, they also incorporates features like a 64-step sequencer and a phrase pad for live sample triggering.
Prices range approximately from £949 to £1199.

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Jacob Dupree plays "Arabesque No 1" on Nord Grand 2 - Sessions from The Gallery

video upload by Kraft Music

"Find exclusive Nord Grand 2 deals at Kraft Music:
https://kraftmusic.com/collections/no...

Jacob Dupree visits The Gallery at Kraft Music to perform 'Arabesque No. 1' by Claude Debussy on the Nord Grand 2. A brief homage to the late Jack Horkheimer, the Star Hustler. Keep looking up!

Connect with Jacob here:
https://www.jacobdupremusic.com/

The Nord Grand 2 features the latest generation premium hammer action keyboard from Kawai for the responsive feel of an acoustic grand piano. Combined with Nord's world renowned Sound Libraries and a tactile user interface, the sleek and elegant Nord Grand 2 offers a genuinely unique experience. Other highlights include Advanced Layering of two Pianos and two Sample Synths at a time, support for the Nord Piano Monitor, and an included Nord Triple Pedal 2.

Get more for your money with an exclusive Nord Grand 2 bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new stage piano, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable Sales Advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Nord Wave 2 - Creating Fake Crystal Echos/Shimmer Reverb

video upload by 100 Things I Do

"A quick no fuss look at the Nord Wave 2.

In the year I have owned this synth it has been very enjoyable to use. You have to be a bit sly with the way you create patches but you can make some stunning textures and sonics that are very useable.

Hope your all doing well

Mike"

You can find demos of the OB-MX in previous posts here.

Nord + Spitfire: Joshua Domfeh - Sunday Morning (strings version)

video upload by nordkeyboards

"Joshua Domfeh performing his piece 'Sunday Morning' using the new Spitfire String Quintet collection for Nord Sample Library. All sounds are available for free download at nordkeyboards.com.

About Spitfire String Quintet
We are happy to announce our special collaboration with Spitfire Audio and their acclaimed String Quintet library! The Spitfire String Quintet is a world class collection full of character and detail covering all essential articulations. With its unique authentic and intimate sound, the Spitfire String Quintet adds a new palette of high-end samples to the Nord Sample Library. Available for free download at nordkeyboards.com. #spitfirestrings #nordsamplelibrary #iseenord"

Autechre Montreal - cover

video upload by fischek

"Gear:
* Nord Lead (also triggering Moog Grandmother below it)
* Moog Grandmother (the main bass sound by my best neighbour ever Steva :))
* Korg Wavestate
* Eventide Blackhole
* TC Electronic HoF2"

Nord 2X Rack 20-Voice Rackmount Virtual Analog Synthesizer SN NF12865

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"Rack version of the 2x. Multitimbrality and multiple outs makes It a super fun synth for studio or live use."

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Nord Micro Modular Virtual Analog Synthesizer

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Nord Lead 4

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"Multitrack recording of the Clavia Nord Lead 4. All sounds are made with the Nord Lead 4. Patches are available here: https://payhip.com/b/M5bjn"

Metunar and the Bi-tà Dance Project

video upload by Metunar

"This video recording has been made at the Far° Festival 2024 in Nyon.

Choreography and Performance:
Bianca Berger

Music and Video:
Metunar


Thanks to:
far° Nyon, Südpol Luzern, FIT and LAC Lugano, Usine à Gaz, Cime Citta"