3rd-Wave Synthesizer song demo

video upload by Brian Schaft

"Short little song that showcases some of the bubbly digital waveforms among its traditional waveforms as well."

Modern Synth Sound Design on the 3rd Wave with Sam Gutman | NAMM 2026

video upload by Groove Synthesis and Sam Gutman

"What does deep sound design look like when it's shaped by years on stages with Ms. Lauryn Hill, The Fugees, and YG Marley? ‪@SamGutman‬ brought that perspective to our booth at NAMM 2026, and the result is a masterclass in what the 3rd Wave can really do.

In this session, Sam digs into the full range of the 3rd Wave's synthesis engine: PPG wavetables, modern wavetables, virtual-analog, linear FM, and sampling. Through the eyes and ears of a working musician, Sam shows how these tools come together in real musical contexts, from lush layered pads to sounds that complex arpeggiators.

Along the way, Sam showcases custom patches he built for the 3rd Wave 24K keyboard, demonstrates complex multi-part layering, and shares the creative thinking behind his sound design choices. Whether you're a seasoned synth programmer or just getting curious about what wavetable synthesis can do, there's something here for you.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
03:04 What is Wavetable Synthesis?
04:27 Classic PPG Wavetables
05:57 Modern Wavetables
08:15 Analog Subtractive Synthesis
10:35 Subtractive Filters
10:55 Additive Synthesis
11:40 FM Synthesis
13:15 Sampling
14:54 Layering
18:10 Bob Coover on Binaural Sound
20:12 Bob Coover's Summary"

Analemma - downtempo ambient

video upload by rustyjaw

"Have worked on this on and off for a couple of months. The basic outline of the track took shape fairly quickly, then the familiar self-doubts crept in and I spun for a while. Not seeing a way to move forward, I stopped working on it. The holidays came and went, and I left this project in stasis. But when I finally came back to it with fresh ears, I could sort of see a path forward. I reworked parts and found the groove again.

I think the bass in this is probably the most interesting part, it came about from experiments with MIDI FX on Hapax, using random LFOs to influence filter and amp settings on the OB6, creating this off-kilter wobbly sound with some funkiness. That then inspired the percussion.

The major players in this are: 3Rd Wave (the opening sound), OB-6 on bass, Prophet, Digitakt, Digitone doing background ambience, Minilogue, and a sprinkling of the Make Noise NUSS system."

Scene Transition #synth #electronicmusic

video upload by Mutt Retro

Where Digital Meets Vintage Soul

video upload by Jose's Vintage Keys

"This demo explores the overlap between modern digital synthesis and classic instruments. The ‪@GrooveSynthesis‬ 3rd Wave 8M sits at the center, supported by the warmth of the OB-X and the expressive touch of the CP70 electric grand piano. Using presets by ‪@devinbelangermusic‬ and ‪@MattJohnsonskeyspace‬

I am not yet good enough to program it myself - their sounds are a wonderful start to get to know the instrument and its vast sonic possibilities. #3rdwave"

Vangelis Cover From Chariots of Fire: Abraham's Theme. #moogmuse #CS80 #3rdwave

video upload by Jose's Vintage Keys

"Playing with this beautiful melody - using OBX, Muse, CS80 and my new 3rdWave - with lots of vintage Lexicon"

Gyroresonant Scattering - Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave - Self Playing Patch w/ Artmatic Designer

video upload by Tumeni Knobs

"This is a "self playing" or "generative" patch programmed on the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave. There is no sequencer or arpeggiator or midi used, just a lot of patch programming of the synth. This recording is actually two tracks layered together, each one slightly different. One is a fully hands-off version of the patch, and the other is performance recording where I was turning knobs as it played (mostly saturation, cutoff and resonance). This recording of the patch is in Bm, and each track uses different notes in the scale, with some overlap.

The dynamic range this patch produced was amazing, and in the end it required some heavy EQing to cut the lows out so as not to blow speakers when played at volume. Low cut and high cut filters were applied as well as a standard master bus compressor. It still gets pretty glitchy and grungy at times, but it doesn't clip.

There is a little bit of the 3rd Wave's delay effect that goes in and out, but much of what may sound like a delay effect isn't - it's just the way the patch plays. Valhalla Supermassive, applied in the DAW, totally sends this patch into space. Each track has a different reverb applied.

The animation was created in Artmatic Designer in my usual style, but this time, because I used two audio tracks, I used two video tracks layered as well. The base layer is the "as rendered" version right out of Designer, and the second layer is a copy processed in DaVinci Resolve with the Edge Detect effect. That processed layer is manually programmed to fade in an out on top of the base layer which dramatically changes the visuals.

I have a bunch of works like this, but this one seems next level to me. I've watched it a bunch of times now and always with eyes wide open, ears tingling and mouth agape. Hopefully someone else enjoys it as much as I do. ;-)

Cheers!

P.S. Gyroresonant scattering is a process where charged particles, like electrons, interact with electromagnetic waves in a magnetic field, causing changes in their energy and motion. This interaction can occur in environments such as planetary magnetospheres, affecting the behavior of particles within those regions."

Groove Synthesis - 3rd Wave

video upload by NOISEBUG

https://www.noisebug.net/

"This unit is in mint condition, just listed on Nosiebug’s Reverb shop

An incredibly powerful #wavetable #synthesizer #3rdwave"

Pics previosly captured here.

Groove Synthesis - 3rd Wave 24-Voice 61-Key Wavetable Synthesizer

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Modern Synth Meets Vintage Sound | The 3rd Wave

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

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🎛️ Think Like a Synth Learn the exact method I've used for decades on hit records & films
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GROOVE SYNTHESIS 3RD WAVE ADVANCED WAVETABLE SYNTHESIZER

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The Smaller The Better? First Impressions of 3rd Wave 8M

video upload by The Midlife Synthesist

"A first taste of the 3rd Wave 8M Advanced Wavetable Synthesizer
Thank you ‪@GrooveSynthesis‬ for making this video possible!"

Groove-Synthesis 3rd Wave (sound.report deutsch) (Edit)

video upload by The Green Man(TGM) + sound.report by Heiner Kruse

00:00-01:10 Intro mit Soundbeispielen (der erste Sound ist eine Eigenkreation).
01:10-02:40 Einführung, PPG Style Sounds
02:40-04:36 Oscillators, Parts
04:02-04:36 8M Display
04:36-07:36 Wavetables, VA
07:36-09:12 Samples und Bulk unified Data export Teil 1
09:12-09:59 Kits und Multisamples
09:59-10:56 Eigenes Sample in Wavteable konvertiert
10:56-12:04 Wave Envelopes
12:04-13:48 analoges Filter
13:48-15:45 Layer und FX, 80s Drums
15:45-20:25 Sequencer & Arp für Ideen + Performances
20:25-23:50 Samplespeicherverwaltung, Backup, Sampling
23:50-27:24 Wavetable erzeugen + exportieren
27:24-28:58 Restore via Image Backup
28:58-32:46 Import von Unified Programs/ Stereoklavier
32:46-35:11 Fazit
35:11-38:15 Mehr Sounds (+ Hinweis auf Wavesurfer)

Meet the 3rd Wave 8M: Overview by Bob Coover

video upload by Groove Synthesis

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

"In this video, Groove Synthesis co-founder Bob Coover provides an overview of the capabilities, features, and sounds of the 3rd Wave 8M.

Meet the 3rd Wave 8M: An 8-voice desktop synth powerhouse that brings Groove Synthesis’ award-winning wavetable technology to more studios, stages, and creative spaces than ever before. This isn’t a watered-down version. This is 8 voices and 2 parts of pure, uncompromised 3rd Wave DNA in a more accessible, compact package. Same premium sound engine. Same analog filters. Same innovative synthesis. Just more accessible to more producers and musicians.

In this overview, Groove's co-founder Bob Coover walks you through the five synthesis methods (PPG wavetables, modern wavetables, virtual-analog, linear FM, and sampling), features and performance controls, and explains which 3rd Wave might be the right one for you.

Chapters:
00:00 - Sound Demo
00:41 - Introduction & Overview
05:59 - PPG Wavetables
08:31 - Modern Wavetables
10:08 - Virtual-Analog Waveforms
12:00 - Sampling
14:30 - Sampling & FM
16:03 - Features & Performance Controls
18:46 - Which 3rd Wave Is Right For Me?"

Moog Muse -nature sounds, woodwinds and pads

video upload by Brian Schaft

"A song that incorporates a some of the Muse's smoothness. Done almost entirely with the Muse, except for the crow call- which is the 3rd Wave."

Machina Bristonica 2025 - A Quick Look Round

video upload by Runningonair

"Just a little video about my trip to Machina Bristonica. Not by any means a full review, I wouldn't have it in me to attempt such a thing.

Links:
Equipment
https://sequential.com/modern-analog/...
https://www.genki.is/katla
https://groovesynthesis.com/
https://novationmusic.com/products/mi...
https://www.arturia.com/products/hard...

Artists
Sakr
https://sakrmusic.bandcamp.com/
Tim Exile
https://timexile.bandcamp.com/
Nadia Struiwigh
https://nadiastruiwigh.bandcamp.com/


https://runningonair.bandcamp.com/

https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fNUf...

https://paypal.me/runningonair?

The compact giant! 3rd Wave 8M synth demo

video upload by Matt Johnson’s Keyspace

"Whether you're into sound design, classic analogue flavours, or modern digital texture, the 3rd Wave 8M has serious range. In this demo, I walk through a variety of patches and show just how versatile this little beast is!

You can buy my presets here
https://www.mattjohnsonproducer.com/p..."

See dealers on the right for the 3rd Wave 8M.

One Synth | Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave | Berlin School Sketch

video upload by Synth Seeker

"🎹 We are making a Berlin-School / Synthwavey inspired sketch using a single hardware synth - today's target is the 3rd Wave by Groove Synthesis

00:00 - Introduction
03:08 - Make a Pluck!
08:27 - Bassline
10:33 - Pad/Comp
16:29 - Lead Voice
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BACKGROUND
Hi! I'm Luke Stark and I'm creating videos here as Synth Seeker because I like to share the things I find fun or useful as I make music! Here you will find techniques, discoveries and distractions. Have fun!

MY MUSIC
⛺️ BandCamp: https://lukestark.bandcamp.com (releases)
🍎 Apple Music: https://tinyurl.com/spevewkp (releases)
☁️ Soundcloud: / lukestark (weird ideas and experiments)"

Coloray performs 'Tonight' with the 3rd Wave 8M and 24M synths

video upload by Groove Synthesis

"Berlin-based electronic artist Coloray takes the new 3rd Wave 8M desktop synthesizer for a spin alongside the flagship 24M in this live performance of his original song 'Tonight.' Learn more about the 3rd Wave 8M: https://www.groovesynthesis.com

Watch as Coloray sculpts sounds in real-time using both synths controlled by Ableton Live, creating layers of wavetable textures and analog warmth without any overdubs.

The 3rd Wave 8M brings the complete synthesis engine to a compact desktop format with 8 voices, bi-timbral operation, and the same premium analog filters that define Groove’s 3rd Wave character. At $1,999, the 8M makes the distinctive 3rd Wave sound accessible to a broader range of musicians while maintaining patch compatibility with the 24-voice models.

In this performance, Coloray sequences multiple synth parts on the 24M (taking advantage of its 4-part multitimbral capabilities) while the 8M handles the driving bassline. Throughout the song, he uses the performance controls to shape filter sweeps and envelope responses, demonstrating the intuitive real-time control that makes the 3rd Wave series so expressive. The vocals feature live vocoder processing, with drums and vocal samples provided by Ableton playback tracks.

Coloray (Raynor De Groot) is the boundary-pushing electronic artist known for his genre-defying approach that draws from ambient, EBM, techno, house, and disco. His tracks have topped Beatport charts and earned support from Four Tet, Dixon, Solomun, and Pete Tong. His innovative 'Future Static' audiovisual concept and virtual reality experiences showcase his commitment to pushing creative boundaries."

Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M Review & Demo | Compact Synth Powerhouse

video upload by Starsky Carr

0:00 All 3rd Wave intro (not drums or vocals!)
2:13 Doing that PPG Thing
4:07 It's SOOOO much more than a PPG
6:33 Creating the Different Styles of Tones
14:00 Putting Them All Together
16:15 Demo Track - Rain or Shine

"The Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M is here – the compact desktop module with huge power. From classic PPG tones to modern wavetable magic, this demo shows why it could be your next dream synth.

In this video I put it through its paces with a full demo and review, showing how it stacks up against the bigger 3rd Wave keyboard and even the Behringer Wave – a clone of the classic PPG 2.2.

With 24 voices, wavetable creation, sample import, and a deep sequencer, the 8M delivers the lush PPG tones we know and love – but it also goes far beyond, opening up new creative possibilities for sound design and performance.

If you’ve seen my earlier videos on the 3rd Wave , you’ll know how close they get to that classic PPG sound. But the 8M adds serious flexibility: multi-timbrality, modern workflow, and the ability to create wavetables from audio. This isn’t just a clone – it’s a synth that pushes forward while staying true to the heritage.

Whether you’re a fan of vintage digital synths, wavetable synthesis, or just looking for an inspiring new instrument for your studio, the 8M is a fascinating option.

👉 Check out my 3rd Wave Playlist - everything you could ever want to know!"