Saturday, January 31, 2026
GreyScale-Freeze #greyscale #freeze #prophet5 #duos #polysequencer #vs1880 #rss
video upload by plantssystem
"@plantssystem-ufo
A three-dimensional acoustic specimen frozen in the freezing air.
This work combines the layered sequences of the Prophet-5 and Poly-Sequencer with the chaotic textures of the Duos. These were mastered using the legendary 3D sound processor, Roland RSS (Roland Sound Space).
A three-dimensional sound image unfolds to the left and right, and front and back.
Noise and melodies that would normally be heard right next to your ears are 'frozen' in a specific space, creating the illusion that they are floating."
Saturday, January 24, 2026
GreyScale-Ceramo | GreyScale - Phase1
video upload by plantssystem
"For this release, the unpredictable chaotic noise generated by Hikari Instruments Duos has been thoroughly sampled and deconstructed using the glitch processor VST Utsbox.
The raw, untamed electrical signals from the Duos are precisely fragmented by the Utsbox, transforming them into hard rhythms and textures, recording the process. Enjoy a thrilling sonic experience where the randomness of analog collide with the sharpness of glitch audio."
GreyScale - Phase1
video uploads by plantssystem
"GreyScaleによる連続リリース・プロジェクト「Phase1」。
毎月、特定の機材の組み合わせによる実験的なアプローチで、アナログシンセサイザーの可能性を追求したトラックを公開していきます。 Prophet-5、Poly-Sequencer、Duos、CS-10……。
回路から放たれる剥き出しの電気信号と、ミニマリズムが交差する音響記録。"
Googlish:
"GreyScale's ongoing release project, 'Phase 1'.
Each month, we will release tracks that explore the possibilities of analog synthesizers through experimental approaches using specific combinations of equipment.
Prophet-5, Poly-Sequencer, Duos, CS-10...
A sonic record where raw electrical signals emanating from the circuits intersect with minimalism."
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
GreyScale-DeadZone #greyscale #deadzone #duos #cs10
video upload by plantssystem
"This work uses a runaway noise generator from Hikari Instruments / Duos as the main source. This extreme signal was passed through the external input of the legendary 1970s Yamaha CS-10, and then thoroughly deconstructed and reconstructed using filter modulation.
The unpredictable chaos of the Duos and the sharp yet sticky analog filter of the CS-10 resonate with each other, creating a dry, tense acoustic space reminiscent of the 'Dead Zone' suggested by the title.
The critical point of electricity. Listen to the texture."
Saturday, January 17, 2026
GreyScale-越百 #greyscale #越百 #cosmo #prophet5 #duos #polysequencer
video upload by plantssystem
"The high-density noise textures generated by the Duos and the sharp resonance sweeps of the Prophet-5. An experimental sonic construction where two analog signals intersect.
In this work, the Poly-Sequencer is placed at the core of control, creating multi-layered sequences. The hard sound of the Prophet-5, with its filter narrowed to its limit, cuts through the space against the constantly changing noise particles in the background.
The saturation of the analog circuitry and the stoic dynamism created by the sequence.
A track that explores the depths of sound."
"越百 is called Cosmo.
The photo shows Duos Self-Feedback."
"Cosmo was created using Roland RSS."
Saturday, January 10, 2026
GreyScale-紫波 #greyscale #紫波 #prophet5 #duos #polysequencer
video upload by plantssystem
"@plantssystem-ufo
GreyScale New Single '紫波'
A deep purple scene melting into silence. This new release, '紫波,' features the rich overtones of the legendary analog synthesizer Prophet-5 and the chaotic textures of the Duos. Enjoy a rich sonic experience where the warmth of analog meets the unpredictable noise."
Friday, December 26, 2025
Torso Electronics S4: first jam
video upload by Freaky Tweaky
"This is the most fun granular processor I've ever used.
I particularly like the operating system that allows you to quickly assign parameters to mod and perform.
In addition to granular, it has a full range of effects including filter bank, distortion, a noise addition function similar to Ableton's Erosion, a simple compressor, and spatial effects, making it an excellent multi-effects unit."
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
PlantsSystem-S&H
video upload by plantssystem
"Their latest track, 'S&H' is inspired by the Sample & Hold (S&H) function of analog synthesizers. It 'holds' a continuous signal at set intervals, depicting changes like stepped voltage - this characteristic is expressed through the musical structure and groove.
The feeling is that a smooth flow locks for a moment, then transitions into the next change.
Accidental fluctuations coexist with regular step changes.
These intertwine, sprouting a unique rhythmic life form on the border between the inorganic and the organic.
No sampling is used, and the concept is entirely analog-inspired.
This track translates the essence of synth functionality into music from PlantsSystem unique perspective.
#synthesizer #sampleandhold #plantssystem"
Sunday, December 14, 2025
PlantsSystem-Duos&Prophet-5
video upload by plantssystem
"This video work captures the unpredictable changes in sound that occur when the analog circuits of a Sequential Prophet-5 and a Hikari Instruments Duos are feedback-connected and interfere with each other.
The Prophet-5's rich polyphonic sound stimulates the Duos's sharp circuit response, responding sensitively to even the slightest touches, creating an organic, tense acoustic space.
This experimental work captures, through both sound and video, the moment of feedback, which oscillates between control and rampage.
#plantssystem #prophet5 #polysequencer #duos #hikari"
Friday, December 12, 2025
PlantsSystem-Prophet-5&PolySeq
video upload by plantssystem
"PlantsSystem performed live in the intimate space of a single room using the Prophet-5 and Poly-Seq.
Performer and audience shared the same space, and in a seamless environment, the Prophet-5's rich analog tone and the Poly-Seq's quietly pulsating sequences resonated with each other.
The act of performing itself blended into the living space, resulting in an intimate and immersive performance where the listener could experience the sound-creation process in its entirety.
#plantssystem #prophet5 #polysequencer"
PlantsSystem-Duos&PolySeq ChaosSync
video upload by plantssystem

"PlantsSystem performed using Hikari Instruments' Duos and Sequential's Poly-Sequencer, linked via ChaosSync.
The multiple sequencers interact and influence each other, generating music through a struggle between regularity and chance. The delicate yet sharp modulations of the Duos and the phrase changes made by the Poly-Sequencer overlap, keeping the development constantly fluid.
This experimental live performance, unique to PlantsSystem, showcases the process in which intention and chance emerge simultaneously."
LABELS/MORE:
exclusive,
exclusive2025,
Hikari Instruments,
MATRIXSYNTH Members,
New Updates in 2020,
Sequential
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Hikari Monos - Live Performance (feat. DecadeBridge Triad)
video upload by Andre Bregegere
"This video features an live performance highlighting the Hikari MONOS from @hikarimachi , a unique synthesizer that generates a wide range of noise textures and rhythmic patterns through combination of a noise generator and an oscillating low-pass filter. The performance was recorded live, going through goes through a mixer with Delay & Reverb send (UAFX Starlight Echo Station & Golden Reverberator), then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools. Enjoy!
The performance also features the Triad, a three-oscillator drone (and more!) synth by @decadebridge
--
00:00 MONOS solo 1
01:14 Bringing in the TRIAD
04:24 MONOS solo 2"
Monday, September 01, 2025
Hikari Monos CV: Noise Harmonics in Motion
video upload by pitch patch
"This is a self-contained exploration of the Hikari Monos CV. The noise-based sound generator has harmonic sliders, a self-resonating filter, and internal square-wave modulation.
Monos CV creates tones from filtered sine pulses to chaotic clusters of layered noise. The six pitch-divided sliders (/1 to /32) shape rich harmonic structures, while internal modulation and filter feedback push it further."
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
Hikari MONOS: The Ultimate Chaos Synthesizer? [LivePerformance] [NoTalking]
video upload by Andre Bregegere
"This video features an live performance highlighting the Hikari MONOS, a unique synthesizer that generates a wide range of noise textures and rhythmic patterns through combination of a noise generator and an oscillating low-pass filter. The performance was recorded live, and is presented here with minimal edits.
The Monos is accompanied by the Kirscher Microfilter, a MS-20 (resonant low-pass filter) clone, and two devices by Error Instruments, the Control Freak and the Radio Sputnik uvb-76, here both used for CV modulation of the Monos and/or the filter cutoff. The Monos also goes through a mixer with Delay & Reverb send (UAFX Starlight Echo Station & Golden Reverberator).
Finally, the recording was lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools. Enjoy!
--
00:00 MONOS + MicroFilter + Control Freak
04:34 Removing the Control Freak
07:06 Using the Microfilter's self oscillation
10:14 Adding the Radio Sputnik
15:41 Removing the Radio Sputnik
17:18 Bringing back the Control Freak
--
MONOS: http://hikari-instruments.com/manual/... @hikarimachi"
Friday, December 16, 2022
Hikari Instruments Gate SEQ
video upload by Freaky Tweaky
00:09 はじめに
01:03 各操作部の説明(CLOCK IN)
01:13 各操作部の説明(GATE OUT)
02:04 各操作部の説明(PAUSE)
02:21 各操作部の説明(RESET)
02:45 各操作部の説明(STEP GATE OUT)
03:38 Atten/Mixerとの組み合わせてCVシーケンサーを作る方法
04:34 複数台を組み合わせたパッチング・アイデア
Googlish:
00:09 Introduction
01:03 Explanation of each operation part (CLOCK IN)
01:13 Explanation of each operation part (GATE OUT)
02:04 Explanation of each operation part (PAUSE)
02:21 Explanation of each operation part (RESET)
02:45 Explanation of each operation part (STEP GATE OUT)
03:38 How to create a CV sequencer in combination with Atten/Mixer
04:34 Patching idea combining multiple units
http://www.hikari-instruments.com/
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Hikari Instruments Monos Noise Synthesizer
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via this auction
You can find a demo of one posted here.
via this auction
You can find a demo of one posted here.
Wednesday, June 03, 2020
Hikari Instruments Monos Noise Filter Drone Synthesizer
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via this auction
You can find a demo of one here.
via this auction
You can find a demo of one here.
Sunday, October 20, 2019
Hikari 2.0 Pocket Synthesizer
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via this auction
See this post for a demo.
"Shape sound with the world around you. Master your instrument, master Hikari ! The newest iteration in personal pocket synthesis! Two knobs to control volume & pitch, as well as a photocell to sense light (plays like a theremin) and a momentary button to engage. Each Hikari 2.0 is handmade in Philadelphia, PA - runs off a 9v battery with a built in 8ohm speaker. Also has a headphone jack for wandering about & line out recording."
via this auction
See this post for a demo.
"Shape sound with the world around you. Master your instrument, master Hikari ! The newest iteration in personal pocket synthesis! Two knobs to control volume & pitch, as well as a photocell to sense light (plays like a theremin) and a momentary button to engage. Each Hikari 2.0 is handmade in Philadelphia, PA - runs off a 9v battery with a built in 8ohm speaker. Also has a headphone jack for wandering about & line out recording."
Monday, June 03, 2019
Hikari Monos Demonstration
Hikari Monos Demonstration Maybe the best Published on Jun 3, 2019 paul tas
"This Standalone instrument offers a novel combination of noise generator and low-pass filter. Filtering and frequency division enable a broad range of tones and textures, while built-in modulation can be used to create a variety of phrase-like patterns.
There are two different types of the one.
with control voltage CV and the one without .
You can use this compatible with the Eurorack moduler
or If you play with korg volca Or other standalone devices .
you can use the audio input
on the filter and having control of the noise . And more
This model is the type inc. control Voltage !"
Monday, March 25, 2019
Hikari 光 2.0 Pocket Synthesizer
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via this auction
"Shape sound with the world around you. Master your instrument, master Hikari ! The newest iteration in personal pocket synthesis! Two knobs to control volume & pitch, as well as a photocell to sense light (plays like a theremin) and a momentary button to engage. Each Hikari 2.0 is handmade in Philadelphia, PA - runs off a 9v battery with a built in 8ohm speaker. Also has a headphone jack for wandering about & line out recording."
See this post for a demo & additional details.
via this auction
"Shape sound with the world around you. Master your instrument, master Hikari ! The newest iteration in personal pocket synthesis! Two knobs to control volume & pitch, as well as a photocell to sense light (plays like a theremin) and a momentary button to engage. Each Hikari 2.0 is handmade in Philadelphia, PA - runs off a 9v battery with a built in 8ohm speaker. Also has a headphone jack for wandering about & line out recording."
See this post for a demo & additional details.
Monday, November 06, 2017
Phrase Making with Hikari Instruments Quad Switch
Published on Nov 5, 2017 SineAndNoises
"Simply making phrases with Hikari Instruments Quad Switch.
Switching intervals are controlled by Xaoc Devices Batumi in divide mode."
Wednesday, August 06, 2014
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