Cherry Audio | Expressive Sound Design with Andrew Longhurst

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"More expressive performance can be achieved through various technologies and techniques such as velocity, channel aftertouch (pressure), polyphonic aftertouch, and MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE). These features allow compatible synthesizer instruments and controllers to mimic the subtle dynamics of acoustic instruments.

In this video, musician, producer, and sound designer ‪@AndrewLonghurst‬ demonstrates his approach to expressive sound design, showcased through his collection of presets for Ensoniq ESQ-1 by Cherry Audio. He provides demonstrations of each technique using the new Expressive E Osmose CE MIDI controller and discusses his choices for setting up these advanced modulations in a preset.

These techniques can be widely applied to other Cherry Audio virtual instruments. Be sure to check the product feature listings and documentation to determine which instruments specifically support some or all of these methods. Additionally, consult your MIDI controller documentation, as compatibility for channel aftertouch, polyphonic aftertouch, and especially MPE can vary significantly in this evolving market.

Ensoniq ESQ-1 by Cherry Audio User Guide - https://docs.cherryaudio.com/cherry-a...

00:00 - Introduction
03:16 - First Principals
05:28 - Velocity & Channel Aftertouch
09:28 - Polyphonic Aftertouch
15:16 - MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE)
22:28 - Notes About Compatibility

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Cherry Audio ESQ-1 | "Machine Hearts" by Steve Peglar

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"Sound designer and musician Steve Peglar shares a demo track featuring a blend of the unmistakable Ensoniq sound alongside his own contributions to the presets of Ensoniq ESQ-1 by Cherry Audio. ESQ-1 features an extensive library of over 360 presets created by veteran sound designers, as well as the original 40 factory presets of the 1986 synthesizer."

OAK Sampler - New Ensoniq ASR-10 Inspired Sampler Workstation Keyboard Synthesizer In the Works

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Meet the upcoming "OAK-S37 Sampling Workstation" keyboard synthesizer.

Playlist with additional details:

1. OAK Sampler Sound Playback and Effects Test

I absolutely love the ASR-10. I’m building a new hardware workstation inspired by the ASR-10 that runs the original OS , effects etc and replicates the HW in a modern form. There will be some updates on the project. This is the boot and general test. Potato speaker recording. #asr10 #90ssampling

2. OAK Sampler (ASR-10 in Hardware) Sequencing & Sample Editing

I love the ASR-10. I’m building a new hardware sampler inspired by the ASR-10. It can run the original Ensoniq ASR-10 OS and effects algorithms. This video shows sequencing and sample editing on the OAK Sampler.

3. OAK Sampler (ASR-10 in Hardware) vs ASR-10 Sound Comparison

This video compares the OAK-S37 and an the ASR-10 using the same sequence, individual samples, filters, envelopes, and effects.

I recreated “93 ’til Infinity” as a test project using identical files across both systems.

I intend to do a limited first run eventually (no dates yet).

Credits
TRACKLIB Sample Breakdown Souls of Mischief - 93 'til Infinity
Heather - Billy Cobham - Sampled From Vinyl
The Jam - Graham Central Station - Sampled From Vinyl

4. OAK Sampler (ASR-10 in Hardware) Loading Original Ensoniq Sample CDs

In this video I load projects from the original ASR-10 Ensoniq Sample CD. It shows proper playback of the complex arrangements, accurate instruments and effects on the OAK. Totally 90’s.

Credits:
Studio Essentials Vol. 1 CDR-3 Ensoniq Corp

5. OAK Sampler (ASR-10 in Hardware) vs ASR-10 Effects

In this video it’s shows an comparison of the OAK-S and ASR-10 internal effects.

The second half demonstrates live effects monitoring. One of my favorite ASR-10 features was using it as a real-time effects processor, and I wanted that preserved in the OAK-S. It uses effects from the Ensoniq CDR-3 CD banks

Credits:
Effects from Studio Essentials Vol. 1 (CDR-3) Ensoniq Corp.

You can find additional details and an FAQ at www.oaksampler.com

Ensoniq Mirage Musicians Manual

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New Cherry Audio Ensoniq ESQ-1 Synthesizer

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1. Cherry Audio | Ensoniq ESQ-1 Synthesizer
2. Cherry Audio | Soniq Odysseys for ESQ-1 Synthesizer
3. Cherry Audio | Introduction to ESQ-1 Synthesizer with Tim Shoebridge "Ensoniq ESQ-1 by Cherry Audio is a landmark virtual synthesizer that captures the essence and iconic sounds of the classic ESQ-1 polyphonic hybrid digital/analog synthesizer, perfectly timed for celebration of its 40th anniversary.

https://cherryaudio.com/products/esq-...

This plug-in features the original 32 waveforms, allowing it to faithfully recreate the complex, evolving, and richly textured sounds of the 1986 ESQ-1 in software form. Additionally, it comes with advanced features designed for today's musicians and producers. Its elegant design incorporates extensive modulation options, rhythmic pattern generation, and enhanced performance capabilities through polyphonic aftertouch and MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE). Ensoniq ESQ-1 also features a library of nearly 400 exceptional presets, including the original factory presets from the hardware, highlighting the best of both classic and all-new sounds.

In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Cherry Audio partnered with Creative Technology, the current owner of the Ensoniq intellectual property, to obtain official licensing for the original 32 ESQ-1 waveforms for this release. Equally important, we meticulously emulated the sonic signature and behavior of the original hardware's legendary analog filters provided by the renowned CEM 3379 IC. We also precisely recreated its four DCAs, four independent multistage envelopes, three LFOs, amplitude modulation, oscillator sync, and expanded its modulation system. Its accuracy is such that the ESQ-1 software supports drag-and-drop import of individual patches and patch banks from ESQ-1 SysEx files, or directly via MIDI from the hardware. Additionally, the software can export SysEx patch files that are compatible with the original hardware."

And two supporting member user videos:

Ensoniq ESQ-1 by Cherry Audio | A detailed look at a 1980s synth classic!

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"This popular synthesizer from the mid-1980s combined single-cycle digital waveform oscillators with analog filters and amplifiers. Abundant modulation sources allowed for dynamically changing sounds and was very much in tune with the overall tone of the era.

00:00 Introduction
00:31 History of the Ensoniq ESQ-1
01:33 Overview of the Ensoniq ESQ-1 by Cherry Audio
03:14 Original factory presets
05:07 Play panel
06:12 Oscillator 1 and DCA 1
11:04 Mixing oscillators
15:15 Oscillator AM and Sync
19:27 Filter
23:25 Amplifier: DCA 4 and Envelope 4
25:40 Modulation Matrix and Macros
32:31 Voice modes
34:17 Arpeggiator
37:33 Sequencer
41:58 Effects
44:56 Dual layer modes (and dual effects busses)
51:52 ESQ-1 Presets
51:14 Andrew Longhurst ESQ-1 Collection
57:23 Soniq Odyssey for ESQ-1
59:34 Conclusion

Cherry Audio Ensoniq ESQ-1 Industrial ARPs Virtual Vintage Synthesizer VST Rik Marston

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"'Cherry Audio Ensoniq ESQ-1 Industrial ARPs!'
Virtual Synthesizer demo by Rik Marston
*Watch in HD!* *NO Talking!* *Turn it up!*

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Ensoniq Fizmo Acoustic Emulation Transwave Synthesizer

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the 80s synth that changed INDUSTRIAL MUSIC forever

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"🔊Sounds, Presets & Templates🔊
Presets & Samples ►https://www.tonepusher.com/
Patreon(synth presets,templates,store discounts, tutorials) ► / tonepusher

the 80s SYNTH that changed INDUSTRIAL MUSIC forever

Today we’re diving into the legendary Ensoniq ESQ-1. The sound of the ESQ-1 helped shape the sound of industrial music, appearing on albums by bands like DAF, Skinny Puppy and many others. Decades later, the ESQ-1 remains a cult classic among producers, synth collectors, and sound designers.

Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:25 - What Is the Ensoniq ESQ-1 & How It Sounds?
3:36 - The Paris Tapes Story (DAF / Görl)
5:58 - Skinny Puppy & VIVIsectV"

SYNTH REVIEW: E-MU Drumulator

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Crumar Cruise

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"The Crumar DS2 and the Modcan

And an Ensoniq DP/4"

Free SQ8L Synth 80s Electronic Type Jamming

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"A great synth , with loads of presets ."

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Ensoniq SD 1 – Vintage Digital Power

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"A sound demo of the Ensoniq SD-1.All sounds come directly from the synth, with no external effects used."

0:00. in demand - innocence piano
0:30. many roads - fm piano
0:56. flash back
1:04. organ
1:23. strings
1:33. dangerous
1:53. sd1 pad
2:18. its a synth
2:34. choir
2:44. omniverse
2:59. swellstrings
3:18. fat brass

Vapore

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"a live jam on the Madcan A Series and the Ensoniq Fizmo"

Ensoniq ZR-76 Workstation Keyboard SN ZR-13110

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Ensoniq SD-1 Emulation - "Between Worlds" Soundset 54 Presets

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"LFO.store presents a soundset for Ensoniq SD-1 VST Emulation synthesizer – 'Between Worlds' Soundset.

BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/ensoniq-sd...

Great developers from Sojusrecords giving us this treassure for free:
https://github.com/sojusrecords/Enson...

SD-1 is a real deep,versatile & powerfull synthesizer, one of the really first wavetable ones.

'Between Worlds' Soundset crossing 2 worlds – digital & analog timbres and contains 54 organic presets:

Big & massive strings
Various unearthly drones
Silky and evolving pads
Plucks & Bells
Various hybrid basses
Polyphonic & Modular sounds
Cutting Leads

As with USUAL SUSPECTS products we are giving full instructions of how to install plugin, how to load OS & how to import our sounds.

This soundset also working with real SD-1 hardware.

Soul of Ensoniq SD-1 sounds really cosmic & cinematic + its a great machine for synthwave music.

Made by Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of “Organica” for Waldorf Blofeld & “WS Universe” for Korg Wavestation.

Enjoy & may music be with you!"

Ensoniq Mirage DSK-1 Digital Sampling Keyboard SN DSK-1160-A

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Ensoniq SD1 Transwave Synth & SC-2048 Card

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"Ensoniq SD1 - one of the last Ensoniq transwave synths. Polyphonic aftertouch is still working. Also comes with the Synthsquare SC-2048 memory card that can store up to 16 banks of sounds worth €220 on its own."

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Ensoniq SQ-R Plus Rackmount Digital Synthesizer

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