DIY Synthesizer by tubeuser303

video upload by tubeuser303

"Now the DIY Synthesizer called 'Cloud Synth' is complete.
You can here it in action."

Playlist:
Now the DIY Synthesizer is complete.
A whole DIY Synthesizer
DIY Moog Filter with Envelope Generator

ambient talkie: ep 42 - messiaen A BIRD DELAY norns script

video upload by tworoundrobins

"well it's finally here - a bird delay/looper/esoteric script made with @sonocircuit

this was quite a journey and I'm so happy we are finally releasing the birds from their nest to do weird chirpy stuff on your nornses.

in this episode I present a bit about the making of the script and what inspired it, but there is a basic guide that runs for the chunk of the video.

messiaen is a joint venture by tworoundrobins and @sonocircuit

#birds #norns #ambient #tutorial

try out messiaen 1.0
https://github.com/2roundrobins/messiaen

contents
00:00 - intro
00:40 - scripting for norns?
01:22 - team work
03:20 - me, mispronouncing Olivier Messian
03:40 - an ode to the master
04:22 - main screen / backing track
05:25 - basic use
06:26 - choosing a different bird
07:20 - chirp & mood
09:07 - threshold recording
10:31 - distane & position
11:20 - bird info!
12:20 - garden mode
13:50 - auto mode & bird activity
15:30 - bird feeder
19:00 - conclusion"

Meet MIDINA - 16 Track Polyphonic Midi sequencer and Recorder / Song Arranger

video upload by Meltchya

"Hi all... meet MIDINA :)

She's a 16 track polyphonic midi sequencer and recorder / song arranger that can record pitch bend, MIDI CCs, and aftertouch. She's got 128 songs, 16 blocks per song, and 16 tracks per block.

Each block can be up to 2048 steps, and each track can be up to 2048 steps. Blocks automatically sequence at the end of the previous block, and you can jump freely between any blocks by tapping them in the scroll menu. Each block can have its own set of 48 program change messages to trigger new programs in sync with the block changes. You can change songs with no load times and no hitch. She's got 30 NeoPixel MX switches that can be freely customized or changed, 8 push-switch rotaries, a 5" touch AMOLED screen, and the software is going to be fully open source from day 1. The unit seen here is the first tactile prototype, but I've started production run for the first batch and I'm getting ready to launch it next month.

It's been a year of hard work and this is the first tune I've actually gotten to make, I'm excited to be able to make music again and not have to focus so much on the software and hardware side of things. I'm a little bit out of practice, it's hardly a perfect performance, but it's always fun! Thanks for listening in and checking it out :)

Here's unit #002, with red anodized aluminum, black knobs, pudding keycaps, and smokey black sequencer key caps. All of this is fully customizable to taste, and each unit will be built and tested personally by hand."

Meltchya - Iterations of a Thing

video upload by Meltchya

"Some further practice and testing"



Currently on Kickstarter

"What is MIDINA?

Midina is an open-source sequencer born from a passion for electronic music and technology, designed to be powerful and accessible.

Midina stands out with its ability to record pitch bends, aftertouch, and MIDI CCs, providing you with a versatile and expressive sequencer. There are easy ways to trigger program changes automatically or manually. The linear sequencer within each Song provides a clear Block Order, designed to help you make music that moves. It supports extended track and block lengths, enabling different creative methods of song building to be explored. Additionally, for those who enjoy a traditional approach, Midina offers robust step sequencer options that will only get better with time.

One of the core philosophies behind Midina is community engagement, iterative software development, and the support of customization through community contributions to both software and hardware. I believe that anybody who wants to contribute should be welcome to contribute. By opening the code, I hope to see others tailor Midina to their personal needs, enhancing their creative process and the project offerings along the way.

Midina is built on the versatile Raspberry Pi platform, making it an accessible and affordable choice. Its open-source nature means that you have the freedom to explore, modify, and expand its capabilities.

Midina is still young, but it is a project I am committed to developing and improving for the long haul. I set out to build a sequencer which fits my own production needs in a live environment, and I am happy with what it currently offers.. At the same time, I know it can do much more over time, and I am excited to iterate and improve as the days go on.

Thank you for exploring Midina. I look forward to hearing the music you create with it.

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Burford Reefer "Coral Sitar" Emulator (really a Green Ringer) on a Casio AT-40 Arabic Keyboard

video upload by Edward Jones

"The rectifying octave up of the Green Ringer style circuit sounds frankly amazing on the analogue sine-based drum tones that the drums on AT-40. We were not expecting it to sound so cool. We were in "Flavour Country".

If you want this sound on your own tracks, I highly recommend 'Gringer' by Chris from Airwindows. He's made a model of the rectifying part of the circuit. To get the full 'Reefer' experience, place a warm overdrive on the way into Gringer to emulate the first stage of the Reefer pedal.
https://www.airwindows.com/gringer/"

Blip Box Sixteen Voice iOS & MacOS Drum Synthesizer

factory preset demo video upload by

"Blip Box is a 16 voice drum synth that can be used as a standalone app or an AUv3 plug-in. Here I've loaded an instance of Octachron as a MIDI trigger (using it's built-in Blip Box preset), and created a random sequence to run though Blip Box's factory presets. Both are hosted in AUM, but you could use Logic or another host if you prefer.

Blip Box drum synth: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/blip-box-drum-synth/id6452880190
Octachron: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/octachron-midi-drum-sequencer/id1453137215"

Video Overviews by the maker, Sketch Audio
video uploads by Sketch Audio

Blip Box is a sixteen voice drum synthesizer that may look nice but can sound mean. Blip Box takes inspiration from a variety of synths, both analog and digital. We pulled together all the things we love about drum synthesis: complex audio rate modulation, snappy envelopes, harsh effects; and put them together in a compact, touch-friendly package. The result is a truly unique digital sound engine that has taken on a life of its own.

Whatever you do, don’t have fun with it!

Features:
- Focused, fun, and characterful synth engine
- Touch-first design, almost the entire screen is part of a control
- Runs standalone or as AUv3 plug-in (in compatible host)
- Universal purchase on Apple platforms: runs on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Presets synced across your devices via iCloud
- Hook up a MIDI controller to play with a keyboard (optional)

Details:
- Pure synthesis engine, no samples
- Complex digital oscillator with two-way frequency modulation
- White noise source
- Two snappy AD envelopes with variable shape
- Unique mix control for pure oscillator sound or ring mod mayhem
- “Choose-your-own-adventure” effect: analog (ish) wavefolder or digital degradation
- State variable filter for tone shaping
- Envelopes can be routed to modulate oscillator shape, pitch, or filter cutoff
- Mix to filter cutoff modulation available for crispy filter FM
- Velocity responsive, either in traditional level (gain) mode or brightness mode
- Multi-out mode available when running in AUv3 mode
- Master tune for keeping tonal drum sounds in tune with your song
- Includes 13 inventive and usable factory kits to get you started making music

Known compatible DAWS:
- Ableton Live (11.2+)
- Logic Pro
- Reaper

Red Ekkko. The Ugliest Vintage Echo Modeller is the Most Beautiful

video uploads by Element433 (a.k.a. Pere Villez)

Playlist: 01. The Ugliest Most Beautiful Free Stereo Delay Modeller Ever.

Red Ekkko is an echo emulator laboratory that models a variety of historic echo types. Wire, tape, BBD and even early grainy digital delays. It is pure stereo with a huge warm enveloping sound that closely captures the perceptual characteristics of each type, rather than a precise mathematical model. You can dial in every defect, degradation and add buckets of warmth and charm but with a deep stereo field. The system is operated using standard cheap MIDI controllers.

Not only is it a studio audio processor but it can also be played like an instrument so that those endless classic BBD feedback tails can be tuned to a MIDI keyboard.

The best part. It will be free.

This demo shows how it can use Karplus strong delay times with random cross delayed feedback to emulator chaotic resonators. In essence a stereo flanger with chaotic behaviour. Inspired by the SOST Studio flanger made by Van Daal Electronics cs

Stay tuned for more demos and release date.

02. The Ugliest Most Beautiful Delay Modeller Ever. Saturation Test. Drums

Second of the test demos of Red Ekkko. I'm using a very short delay and pushing the pregain of the saturation. The cross feedback gives it lots of space and syrupee crunch.

03. The Ugliest Most Beautiful Delay Modeller Ever. Warm and Singing Delay

Third of the demos of Red Ekkko. This time, sweet, spacious echoes and playing the echo time with a MIDI keyboard.

I seem to have broken a couple of minor things, whilst repairing others, so there is a bit of crackle on the feedback now and again and the µdropout circuit seems to be clicking into the main signal, even when off, so need to fix that next. It's an endless rabbit hole but I think I can see the light.

04. The Ugliest Most Beautiful Delay Modeller Ever. Tape Drop-Out. Bags of Age.

In this demo I show the micro and macro dropout and how they are used to create a sense of age in the sound. It also demonstrates how you can use the µDropout to create subtle Ring Modulation and macro dropout to create vintage harmonic tremolo.

New Round Robin Synthesizer From Magpie Pedals

video upload by

"Finally launching the Synthesizer we have been working on for more than a year! ROUND ROBIN pre-orders are officially open!! There will be alot more information videos about it coming soon but for starters feel free to ask any and all questions in the comment section of this video and we will answer next week.
Price is about $400-450 (depending on how to strong sweden currency is that day) and the plan is to start shipping in august.

Pre-order here: https://www.magpiepedals.com/round-robin
Manual and stuff: https://magpiestuff.com/roundrobin/
Join the discord to talk about it: https://discord.gg/TsAY2Am6w3"

Buchla 700 FM Ring implemented in Moselle Modular Synthesizer Software (Four Oscillator Algorithm)

video upload by Lantertronics - Aaron Lanterman

Moselle Software Synthesizer (free!): http://moselle-synth.com

0:00 -- Demo
0:48 -- Buchla's algorithm
3:01 -- FMAlgo block
5:32 -- Audio vs "Control" outputs
5:58 -- MakeBus for stereo output
6:41 -- Oscilloscope syncing
7:23 -- Resources to learn more

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Moselle patch:

[FMAlgo]
Freq1 = Pitch
Gain1 = BreathCtrl

Freq11 = 2*Pitch
Gain11 = CN3

Freq111 = 0.5*Pitch
Gain111 = FootCtrl

Freq1111 = 0.25*Pitch
Gain1111 = Balance
Plus1111 = Control1

[Voice]
PreGain = MakeBus( FMAlgo:PreGain1, FMAlgo:PreGain111)

[Osc]
Frequency = Pitch:Output * 0.25

[Scope]
SyncIn = Osc:SyncOut
Probe1 = FMAlgo:PreGain1
Probe2 = FMAlgo:PreGain111

Cycle Instruments Tetrachords and Expert Sleepers FH-2 (quick and dirty)

video upload by Martin Doudoroff

"This is just a simple example of using the FH-2 as an output expander for Tetrachords. In this case, I have the FH-2 providing pitch, gate and velocity from MIDI channels 3 and 4, which I have assigned to Tetrachords tracks 2 and 4, respectively. (Audio is just from the cell phone.)"

via Cycle Instruments

"The Tetrachords is a 4 track polyphonic CV & MIDI note sequencer for Eurorack systems.

Featuring extensive connectivity, the Tetrachords can act as a bridge between a modular system and the rest of a studio.

The unique, built-for-purpose interface turns a studio into a melodic and harmonic playground. Easily explore anything from unisons and simple melodies to dense note clusters, made-up scales and polytonal mayhem."

The fascinating world of PULSAR SYNTHESIS with Plume from hieroglyphic

video upload by DivKid

"Have you heard of Pulsar Synthesis? If not come and learn along about what it is and how to use it and if you have then here's a refresher and some patch examples with Plume.

Plume is a new pulsar synthesis oscillator, think of it like a micro sound oscillator or modulator from new company hieroglyphic. Pulsar Synthesis is like granular synthesis but with synthesised waveforms treat as individual pulses rather than using samples like granular synthesis does. Any questions leave them in the comments.

This is one of my "3 patches with" style demos that distills things down to just 3 patches for a more condensed video. If you'd like to see something more in depth, or further patch examples, let us know in the comments."

https://www.hiero-glyphic.com/plume

"A fully-featured pulsar synthesizer for the Eurorack modular system. Using principles adopted from the Curtis Roads white-paper Sound Composition with Pulsars, Plume presents an approach to sound and rhythm that is somewhere between oscillator, granulator, and clock generator.

·96kHz/24-bit stereo outputs.

·Range switch (HI/LO) for use as VCO, LFO, or both.

·Formant and Cluster controls for complex output spectra.

·Continuously variable output wave shapes.

·West-Coast style wave folder.

·2 types of output masking for advanced spatialisation.

·Continuously variable pulsar window shape and amount.

Seofon Introduction: What Sounds Can It Create?

video upload by Sonic Seed

"Mad Kid Empire's first synth: Seofon - After a year of design and production, the Seofon is finally here.

It produces a sound that sounds like a water droplet, or perhaps the next moment it will be generating a noise as intense as sawing wood.

Seofon

At the heart of the Seofon is a noise generating circuit consisting of seven groups of nodes in the centre, with direct outputs as noise, which are self-wired to form self-oscillations, or can be interfered with by inputting signals to the nodes to generate fixed frequency rhythms.

[Pre-order] https://sonic-seed.com/products/seofon"



"Mad Kid Empire's first synth: Seofon - After a year of design and production, the Seofon is finally here.

It produces a sound that sounds like a water droplet, or perhaps the next moment it will be generating a noise as intense as sawing wood.

At the heart of Seofon is an organic noise generation circuit consisting of seven nodes in the centre, which outputs noise directly and generates rhythms by feeding signals to the nodes to interfere with them. Seofon itself provides three sets of pulse oscillators to adjust the pulse width of each set, and positive and negative phase outputs. Different sound events are generated by extracting information from the nodes into the filter. All sounds originate from the interference and extraction of noise signals from the seven sets of nodes. The synthesiser package and circuitry was designed by Mad Kids Empire synthesiser designer xamynot; the painted artwork on the back of the synthesiser was drawn from artist Yu Zhi.

Seofon

At the heart of the Seofon is a noise generating circuit consisting of seven groups of nodes in the centre, with direct outputs as noise, which are self-wired to form self-oscillations, or can be interfered with by inputting signals to the nodes to generate fixed frequency rhythms.

Seofon itself provides three sets of pulse oscillators, each of which can be adjusted for pulse width, and a forward and reverse phase output. Different sound events are generated by extracting information from the nodes into the filter.
All sound comes from interfering with and extracting noise signals from the seven sets of nodes.

The contacts make it possible for Seofon to be virtuosic, by touching different contacts in combination to quickly generate instant sound events, which generate a series of linked influences like a butterfly effect.

The Seofon lit version is without metal contacts and comes with stereo outputs.
Seofon standard version is with metal contacts, two left and right mono channels and one stereo output."

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Liwaco LW-610 - Casio VL-1 VL-TONE Clone w/ Original Box

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via this listing

"Made in Japan Liwaco LW-610 mini keyboard synth 80s.

Instrument de Musique Electronique!

I guess Liwaco is a French electronic gadgets/toy company, and they had comissioned Casio to do their own brand models, equal to original Casios but with different colour schemes and of course printed in French!!

This is the good old Casio VL-1 VL-TONE , only sexier (than it already is ) with the futuristic bordeaux colour and with French words spread all over :)

MINT MINT MINT!

No issues, works excellent, all OK.

Comes in original box and the users manual booklet (of course in French)"

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Vangoa S55 MIDI saxophone / EWI review

video upload by Floyd Steinberg

"Here's a look at the Vangoa S55 EWI / MIDI Saxophone, which was sent to me for review. (Amazon DE | Amazon US ).

Some demos of the internal synth 6:36, using it as a MIDI controller for software plugins 8:20 and a Novation PEAK hardware synthesizer 9:40. Please excuse my lame attempt at humour. ;-)

5% exclusive discount code: 05FloydS55

Official Website: https://www.vangoa.com/

HÄLP ZIS CHANNEL
https://www.patreon.com/floyd_steinberg
https://floydsteinberg.gumroad.com/
https://floydsteinberg.bandcamp.com/"

Vangoa S55 digital wind instrument built-in 13 Tones, including alto saxophone, soprano saxophone, morin khuur, clarinet, flute, hulusi, suona, trumpet, violin, ocarina, bamboo flute, erhu and recorder. MIDI connects to Android, IOS, macOS Windows using APP and DAW to extend endless tones

Electric wind instrument includes 2*removable and washable silicone nozzles, 1*USB cable, and 1* portable cloth case, easy to carry and ready to use, perfect Christmas and birthday gift

Portable digital wind instruments include a speaker output, so you get the same playing experience as traditional instruments, and the headphone connection can ensure a better sound experience, so you don't worry about disturbing others

The mini electronic wind instrument has a built-in 800 mAh rechargeable battery, which allows you to enjoy 4 hours of playing after a full charge, and the compact and portable body ensures you can practice or perform without the restrictions of the venue

The electronic wind instrument is equipped two fingerstyle playing, and the electronic touch sound hole can better capture your playing changes, 3 kinds of adjustable blowing sensitivity, bringing better sound dynamics

SUPERBOOTH 2024: Flowfal Motion Control For Ableton

video upload by sonicstate

"At Superbooth 2024, Sonic State had the opportunity to speak with Simon *from *Flowfal about their new application that enables music performance using movement data from your phone. The app sends data over Wi-Fi to Ableton Live, where it interacts with Max for Live plugins, allowing users to trigger sounds, manipulate VST parameters, and even control external equipment with effortless movement. Flowfal supports iPhones, Android phones, and soon, Apple Watches, making it accessible to a wide range of users without the need for extra hardware.

For more information and to try Flowfal for yourself, visit their website for a 30-day free trial.

https://flowfal.com/"

SUPERBOOTH 2024: Modular Audio Tools - MAT 16X8 Audio Interface

video upload by sonicstate

"At Superbooth 2024, Sonic State caught up with Martin from Modular Audio Tools to take a closer look at his latest creation - MAT 16X8 a 16 channel analog audio interface designed for portable use. This innovative interface boasts 16 in and out channels, 8 channels in stereo mini jacks, and is bus powered for ultimate convenience. Martin explained that he was inspired to create this compact interface after struggling to find a small-sized audio interface with multiple channels on the market.

The interface offers high-quality audio and MIDI capabilities, with the outputs being DC coupled for potential CV control. Martin hinted at future plans to expand the interface to support up to 32 channels and potentially offer a Eurorack-compatible version. While the interface is still in the prototype stage, Martin is optimistic about pricing, aiming to offer it below 500 Euros and possibly even as low as 400 Euros with enough demand. With its class-compliant 2.0 technology, this interface promises plug-and-play compatibility with various platforms and DAWs, making it a versatile option for musicians on the go.

https://www.modularaudiotools.com/"

MAT 16X8
World's most portable 16.8 channel audio interface.
24bit at 96kHz sampling rate.
Latency down to 3.7 ms round trip*.
Small and lightweight: 23 x 6 x 1 cm
USB Audio Class 2.0 compliant.
Bus powered.
High quality ADCs with 110dB headroom
Low noise floor.
16 in channels (8 stereo mini jacks)
8 out channels (4 stereo mini jacks)
Headphone amp. Pre-listening to ch 1/2 or 3/4.
Modular expandable to 32 in and 16 out channels**.
Midi in and out (doubled)
Optimized for usage with iOS.
...
* Tested on iPad Air (M1) with 24bit, 96kHz sampling rate and 32 sample buffer size
** Due to bandwidth limitations of USB 2.0, the maximum sampling rate will be 48kHz.

SUPERBOOTH 2024: BlacknBlu - Quad VCF Quad VCA

video upload by sonicstate

"At Superbooth 2024, Sonic State caught up with Adam from BlacknBlu to discuss the latest offerings from their modular range. The focus was on the quad VCF and quad VCA modules, both offering a range of unique features. The quad VCF boasts four identical channels with switchable filter types, allowing for versatile sound shaping. The AUX CV control provides additional flexibility, with the ability to drive resonance and create stereo effects. The quad VCA follows a similar concept, with four channels that can be mixed onto two internal buses for sub mixing or used individually. Overdrive modes add a touch of warmth and distortion for added character to your sound.

Quad VCA Price 299 GBP

Quad VCF Price 299 GBP"

SUPERBOOTH 2024: Song Athletics - OSS One Shot Sampler

video upload by sonicstate

"At Superbooth 2024, Sonic State had the chance to catch up with Will from Song Athletics to discuss their latest release, the OSS (One Shot Sampler). Song Athletics is a company that focusses on samples, multi-sample libraries, plugins, and even some hardware experiments. The *OSS *aims to provide quick and easy access to navigate through samples, allowing users to audition and select one-shots rapidly. The key feature of the OSS is the ability to pick a one-shot and navigate through different sounds quickly, reminiscent of browsing through hardware synths, and all with a cusomisable interface.

OSS New Price: 10 GBP

https://songathletics.com/products/oss"

First Love FM Synth: SUPERBOOTH 24

video upload by Bonedo Synthesizers

via Love Synthesizers

The FIRST LOVE synthesizer has an engaging interactive interface on a 7" touchscreen with real-time graphics as well as hardware controls that shape the output of its sound generating module. It gives unprecedented real-time control over the intricate variables of an FM synthesizer in a fast-flowing user friendly manner.

New Horizon Synth Analog Ecosystem for Sound and Gesture

video upload by 合成少数派 Synthesis Minority

SUPERBOOTH 2024: Microrack - DIY Modules

video upload by sonicstate

"At Superbooth 2024, we met Leo from Microrack to talk about their new concept of modular synthesis in a compact format. These innovative modular synths aim to be the most accessible on the market, providing a powerful and musical sound for beginners and experienced users alike. The setup showcased at the event included three VCOs and a filter module, demonstrating the potential for creative sound manipulation and experimentation. Leo explained that the self-contained unit is portable and can be powered by a power bank, allowing users to create music on the go.

In addition to the modular synth setup, Microrack *also introduced *DIY modules that enable users to customize their own synth on a breadboard platform. The small jumper wires used for patching are flexible and durable, enhancing the user experience and offering a diverse range of creative possibilities. Leo highlighted the educational aspect of the project, emphasizing the importance of making modular synthesis accessible to users of all skill levels. The Microrack products are set to launch on Kickstarter in June, with the aim of providing educational materials alongside the hardware for a comprehensive user experience. For more information on *Micro Rack* products and their upcoming Kickstarter launch, visit their website.

https://microrack.org/"