Yamaha | SEQTRAK OS v2.0 update - w/ AI Overdub?

video upload by Yamaha Synths Official

The descriptive overdub sounds like AI to me. If anyone knows otherwise, feel free to comment. Thought it was interesting if so. This might be the first video from a synth manufacturer to feature an AI vocal description.

"SEQTRAK OS v2.0 brings new creative flexibility and faster workflows for music makers.
This update introduces new Track Types, expanded global controls, and improved app backup functionality to help you capture ideas, customise your setup, and stay focused on creativity.

Key features include:
New Track Types: Convert Drum Tracks into AWM2 Synth Tracks or combine multiple Drum Tracks into a single Drumkit Track.
Expanded BARLENGTH control: Now available on Drum Tracks for consistent phrase editing across your project.
Enhanced ALL knob functions: Make quick global adjustments to Volume, BPM, Swing, Scale, and more.
SEQTRAK APP v2.0: Improved backup and sound management for safer, more portable workflows.

SEQTRAK OS v2.0 is designed to keep your creative process fast, flexible, and performance-ready.

Download OS v2.0: https://yamaha.io/40aOqGn
Explore the Seqtrak here: https://www.yamaha.com/2/seqtrak"

Soundplant v.59 Released for Windows & Mac - Soft Sampler Adds MIDI CC, Infinite Undo, & More

Soundplant 59 beat demo: Only2x video upload by Marcel Blum

"Making a beat from a chopped up spy theme with Soundplant, the computer keyboard sample triggering software for Windows & Mac. Version 59 now available for free download at: https://soundplant.org/"



Press release follows:

Caldwell, NJ, USA - Independent developer Marcel Blum has released Soundplant® 59 for Windows and Mac, a major update to the long running sample triggering software for QWERTY keyboards and MIDI devices. Version 59 brings MIDI CC support for customizable control of Soundplant knobs, infinite undo for editing convenience and a/b testing between different effect settings, a master output limiter-compressor for fine tuning dynamics processing, increased sound loading speed with improved multithreading, and other optimizations and fixes.

Soundplant is a standalone software sampler prioritizing low latency and stability for live use, enabling instant playback of any format sound files from standard computer keyboard keys or MIDI. An invaluable tool for sound designers, theater techs, DJs, producers, podcasters, gamers, and streamers, it can mix tons of sounds at once, queue playlists, trigger in the background with global hotkeys while using other apps, record its own output or any input (or both at the same time), and more, all with a powerfully simple drag and drop interface allowing users to create professional soundboards with the ease of dropping sound files onto onscreen keys.

Discussing his Oscar-nominated work on acclaimed biopic A Complete Unknown, sound mixer Terence McCormack Maitland said, "On set when possible, we create a realistic soundscape for the cast. In order to do this we used Soundplant, a deceptively capable app which helped a ton."

Availability & Pricing

Soundplant is available as a free download at https://soundplant.org/ with a 25-launch trial of the paid features. It is free for non-commercial use. A Single User License costs USD $69. Version 59 is a free upgrade for existing license holders who bought in 2023 or later, or a $34.50 upgrade for older license owners. The registered version unlocks professional features including output device selection, expanded sound file format support, output sample rates up to 384 kHz, recording, MIDI, and 'background key input' for global hotkey triggering. Soundplant 59 requires minimum Windows 10 or macOS 10.14.

MAESTRO 2.0: Heart Reborn. The new mods for the Soviet Formanta Maestro synthesizer. Part 1

video upload by Kee Reel

"The new features for the Maestro Synthesizer. Part 1.
0:00 Intro
1:20 Upgrated Apreggiator
2:42 Poly Duo Mono Unison
3:46 Hot keys
4:04 Waveform selector

• Poly / Duo / Mono + Unison
• Advanced Arpeggiator: 4–8–12–16 steps, Up / Down / Ping-Pong / Random, note priority, external sync
• Gate Modes: Normal / Invert, first-note or every-note trigger
• Portamento (Glide)
• LFSR Noise with fixed or random modulation
• Waveform Selector: Saw / Square / Pulse + combinations (all through filter)
• MIDI: In / Out / Sync / Learn"

Echolocator 1.03 update

video upload by Erica Synths

"This update adds DUB DELAY mode which adds AUX send like behaviour for the DRY/WET pot and also adds dotted sync optioons for MIDI.

Timeline:
00:02 - Dub Delay with RIDDIM
01:20 - Dotted sync with BASSLINE
03:17 - Dub Delay with Phase8"

Nexus - New Generative Sequencer for Norns // Nymphes // Oto Bim & Boum // Chase Bliss Onward

video upload by Lesjamusic

"Nexus is here. A generative chord-based sequencer for monome Norns that I've been teasing in recent videos.

In this demo, Nexus is driving a Dreadbox Nymphes via MIDI. The signal chain: Nymphes → Oto Bim → Oto Boum → Chase Bliss Onward → Chase Bliss CXM 1978.

Nexus lets you select from a 15-chord diatonic palette while a probabilistic engine triggers notes from within each chord. Two rows on the Grid let you play along in the current scale. There's also bass and sub-bass sequencers that fire root notes on chord changes.

The script outputs MIDI and Crow CV/Gate - so it'll work with pretty much any setup.

Download: https://github.com/lesjamusic/nexus
Full documentation in the README.
Built entirely with Claude Code.

Gear in this video:
monome Norns
monome Grid 128
Dreadbox Nymphes
Oto Machines Bim
Oto Machines Boum
Chase Bliss Onward
Chase Bliss CXM 1978"

Waldorf M 1.11 Update Adds Varysaw VA Oscillator, CS80 Based Oscillator, Extensive FM & More

You can find the update here

Details form the release doc follows:

Disclaimer: This is an unofficial add-on to the M user manual, describing some of extra features added from firmware 1.05 up to firmware 1.11. This add-on also covers some complex aspects of the Multi Mode, which remains somewhat unusual.

Author: Vladi Salnikov aka VladiS.

Algorithms of FW version 1.11:

Varysaw: A VA oscillator ranging from SAW through PULSE to TRI.

Wave (red encoder): Mixes from 0 to 31 from SAW to PULSE; 32 is pure PULSE, and 33 to 63 mixesfrom PULSE to TRI.

Meta parameter: Pulse width for PULSE, adjustable from 5% to 95%.

CSAW: A famous Yamaha CS-80 saw oscillator with mutation towards a parabolic oscillator.

Wave : Controls the amplitude of the “step” component of the saw wave.

Meta parameter: Mixes between this saw wave and the parabolic saw wave.

Waveshpr: A SAW to TRI oscillator fed into a mild waveshaper.

Wave : 0 is pure SAW, 1-62 mixes between SAW and TRI, and 63 is pure TRI.

Meta parameter: Depth of the waveshaper.

TriplSaw: A stack of three SAW oscillators; two are detuned slightly higher and lower than the third.

Wave : Controls the amplitude of the “central” SAW oscillator relative to the two “side” SAWs.

Meta parameter: Detuning factor, from 0 to maximum detune.

S/T Fold: A SIN wave folding oscillator that folds the chosen crossmixed wave between SIN and TRI waves.

Wave : 0 is pure SIN, 1-62 mixes between SIN and TRI, and 63 is pure TRI.

Meta parameter: Folding depth.

FM 2 OP: Classic simple two-operator FM synthesis. OP1 (modulator) generates a sine wave that modulates the phase of OP2 (carrier). Both operators generate sinewaves; the algorithm's output is the carrier signal.

Wave: Maps values from 0 to 63 to harmonics ratios of 1 to 8 in stepped increments.

Meta parameter: Amount of phase modulation applied to the carrier.

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DR-2 OS014 Upgrade: Trig Conditions!

video upload by Modor Music

"A new firmware upgrade for the DR-2 drum machine, introducing Trig Conditions!
https://www.modormusic.com/dr2os014.html

0:00 Overview 0:35 Trig Conditions 3:01 MUTE function 3:27 Autosave 4:01 Single Instr Load/Save 5:00 Thank you!"

RoaR OSC for Korg NTS-1

video upload by Tweeeeeak!


Also see RoaT Also see RoaT. "Random sounds and sequences, in this simple Oscillator for Korg Nutekt NTS-1

This Oscillator is free. Download link:

https://github.com/tweeeeeak/nts/blob...

(Follow me on X: https://x.com/tweeeeeak)

RoaR is a very simple oscillator that randomly generates digital sounds and sequences, with a simple turn of a knob.

Each sound can be a simple patch or a rhythmic (16 step) sequence.

You can play simple, tuned and playable sounds, or go wild with glichy, complex and total random sounds.

Rhythmic sequences can also by synced to the ARP or SEQ, or external equipment."

Also see RoaT Also see RoaT.

Tonverk 1.2.0 OS Upgrade

video upload by Elektron

"Tonverk 1.2.0 is here! With some lovely little festive additions to put under the Tonverk tree. We’ve got two new FX to play with, even more options with the existing FX, random mode for the arpeggiator, and further fixes and improvements.

Find out more and download Tonverk OS 1.1.0: https://bit.ly/48T1BjG"

"OS Upgrade: Tonverk OS 1.2.0
We know Grainer, and the 1.1.0 OS that fixed the sync issues, are still fresh on the block, but we had some pretty neat dishes in the oven that didn’t quite make that release. So here is OS 1.2.0, a chance to put a few more little festive additions under the Tonverk tree. We’ve got new effects, even more options with the existing effects, a random mode for the arpeggiator, and some other little additions alongside further fixes and improvements.

New effect: Steel Box Reverb

A third reverb comes to Tonverk, and it’s a whole other flavor. Steel Box Reverb draws on early digital and ’90s plate reverbs, with deliberately wide parameter ranges that let you push sounds from tight metallic rooms to sprawling, resonant spaces. It can clang, bloom, or decay endlessly, making it equally suited to metal can tails or big, characterful ambience.

New effect: Filter Folder

Filter Folder combines wavefolding with filtering and distortion to reshape sound at a more fundamental level. By folding the waveform before it passes through a multimode filter and drive stage, it adds harmonics, grit, and movement that go far beyond traditional filtering. From subtle edge and density to aggressive, overtone-rich transformations, Filter Folder excels at turning simple signals into something far more complex.

More FX availability

If those two additions weren’t enough (for now) we’ve also extended Tonverk’s FX powers in other ways too. Daisy Delay can now be used on all tracks - and Frequency Warper can now be wielded on all audio tracks, bus tracks and mix. Use these two awesome options wherever your echoing, warped heart desires.

Random Arp

Random Arp introduces controlled unpredictability to arpeggiated patterns, reshuffling note order on the fly to generate evolving melodies and unexpected variations.

And more

There’s a few other stocking fillers too. Pattern mute, improved gain reduction and new sidechain sources for the compressor, shorter samples available to use on Grainer, and improved tempo stability when simultaneously receiving clock and large amounts of MIDI data from an external source, such as Octatrack. Plus various other fixes and improvements."

OP-1 Field Firmware 1.5 Explained: Multi-Channel USB Audio, Amp Synth & Tape Updates

video upload by Noisegate

"Teenage Engineering have dropped a huge firmware update for the OP-1 Field, and it might be the most important one yet. In this video, we take a hands-on look at firmware 1.5, covering multi-channel USB audio, the new Amp input synth, count-in recording for tape, tape and drum crossfades, and other workflow improvements.

We also show how the OP-1 Field now works as a 10-channel USB audio interface, including routing individual tape tracks into a DAW or a USB-compliant mixer like the TX-6. If you are already using the OP-1 Field, or thinking about adding one to your setup, this update seriously changes what the instrument can do."

00:00 Firmware 1.5 Overview
00:26 Why This Update Matters
00:58 Multi-Channel USB Audio
01:16 OP-1 Field + TX-6 Setup
02:03 Enabling Multi-Channel USB Mode
03:33 Routing Tracks on the TX-6
03:46 OP-1 Field as a 10-Channel Audio Interface
05:26 New “Amp” Input Synth
05:50 Processing External Instruments
07:42 Using OP-1 Field as an Effects Processor
07:59 Count-In Recording for Tape
09:37 Tape and Drum Crossfades
09:47 Quality of Life Improvements
10:02 Final Thoughts on Firmware 1.5

OMNICYCLONE 1.3 Firmware long chill demo

video upload by SPHERICAL SOUND SOCIETY

"New firmware for OMNICYCLONE. It fixes a bug in the clock in of the previous release. It´s free for all OC users, if you have one, send us a message with your name/order number and mail to send you the update.

Clock in/out were swapped, this firmware fixes it too, now IN is IN and OUT is OUT :)

You can order your unit here:
https://www.tindie.com/products/jc204..."

Elastic OSC 'LFO' Update 1.2

video upload by Elastic Instruments (Oliver Greschke)

"Update 1.2 brings the long-awaited LFO support to Elastic OSC.
LFO 1 is free - additional 3 LFOs can be unlocked via In-App Purchase.

Each LFO offers:
• Frequency (0.02 – 20,000 Hz, or tempo-synced)
• Shape (Sine, Triangle, Ramp Up, Ramp Down, Pulse, Sample & Hold)
• Fade: Fade-in time after being triggered
• Phase: Define the start phase
• Sync: Run the LFO in sync with project tempo
• Trigger Modes:
• Retrigger – restarts with each new note
• One Shot – plays a single cycle when triggered
• Free – runs freely without retriggering
• Enable: Quickly compare modulation by toggling the LFO on/off

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PGB-1 Firmware update (1.2.0), custom waveforms, chromatic keyboard, and more.

video upload by Wee Noise Makers

"PGB-1 is available now, firmware more info here at https://weenoisemakers.com/pgb-1/"

Convert audio files to PGB-1 samples

video upload by Wee Noise Makers

"Widget available here: https://weenoisemakers.com/pgb-1/"

ROAT v2 OSC for Korg NTS-1

video upload by Tweeeeeak!

"Introducing ROAT v2 Oscillator for Korg Nutekt NTS-1, adding FM, External Audio Processing, Chromatic play and Chaos for sequemces.

This Oscillator is free. Download link:

https://github.com/tweeeeeak/nts/blob...

(Follow me on X: https://x.com/tweeeeeak)

ROAT is an 8-bit experimental oscillator inspired by the Soma "Rumble of Ancient Times" synthesizer.

It includes 4 oscillators that can be triggered independently, by pressing 4 different zones of the keyboard, or recording a step sequence.

Combining oscillator activation with the different settings per oscillator (pitch, shape, LFO) and different combination algorithms, and adding randomization and chaos, gives you a wide range of sonic possibilities, from melodic to digital noise.

Settings per oscillator:

Pitch
16 different waveshapes
LFO (for pitch or amplitude) with 8 different shapes
16-step rhythmic sequence, syncable with external devices

Additional features:

3 oscillator combination diagrams with 7 different summing algorithms per node (including FM)
2 randomization algorithms
External audio processing (NTS-1 mk II only)
Chromatic play"

Supercritical Releases Redshift 6 Firmware Update 1.5

Sound Demo video upload by Supercritical Synthesizers

"Hear the new Redshift 6 FX engines – no talking, just pure playing.

We have just released a new firmware update for the Redshift 6, now available on our website.

Firmware Update 1.5 introduces a new FX section featuring four high-quality effect engines: Stage Reverb, X-Delay, Vintage Chorus, and Chorus+, along with a new VCF engine called Mirror Twins.

The Redshift 6’s FX engines deliver production-level, 24-bit stereo effects. Its parallel signal path allows analog audio to be blended with DSP effects, combining the warmth and character of the analog signal path with the precision and flexibility of modern digital processing.

CLICK FOR MORE »

Sinevibes Cache 1.2.0 on KORG NTS-3 kaoss pad

video upload by Sinevibes

"Cache is a real-time audio manipulator – available as an effect plugin for KORG NTS-3 kaoss pad. This demo shows Cache 1.2.0 with newly added Bend, Roll Up, Roll Down algorithms + updated Scratch algorithm. More about Cache: https://www.sinevibes.com/korgcache"

"Cache is an effect plugin for real-time audio manipulation, designed specifically for KORG NTS-3 kaoss pad. Its unique sound engine constantly records all incoming audio and processes it live through multiple included buffer-based algorithms – such as repeat, robotize, time stretch, stop, reverse, rewind, scratch – and much more. The plugin allows you to set up any custom combination of 4 such effects at the same time, and then trigger them via the XY pad – creating transitions of any complexity, all on the fly. Thanks to its lightning-fast workflow and meticulously tuned algorithms, Cache is a highly practical, dependable and super-fun tool for live performance, studio production, remixing, and sound design.

SPECIFICATIONS
Up to four separate buffer-based effects with tempo sync, triggered via four zones on the XY pad

CLICK FOR MORE »

DELIA Macro Oscillator Mode Update Melbourne Instruments Hybrid Analog Polysynth

video upload by Melbourne Instruments

"Introducing the powerful new Macro Oscillator Mode firmware update for DELIA, Melbourne Instruments' motorized hybrid polysynth. This major enhancement adds 45 synthesis waveform models using open-source code from Émilie Gillet’s Mutable Instruments Braids, one of the most celebrated Eurorack synth modules.

This new mode dramatically expands Delia’s sonic capabilities, unlocking a new world of synthesis, from classic analog textures to cutting-edge digital experimentation. Powered by Delia’s innovative architecture, the new Macro Oscillator Mode delivers an incredibly versatile hands-on sound design experience unlike any other.

This video demonstrates just some of the 50 new presets, exploring the sonic possibilities of the new Macro Oscillator.

Each waveform model is shaped by two expressive parameters, Timbre and Color, adapted from the original Braids module. These controls affect multiple tonal dimensions simultaneously, producing evolving, complex, and musically responsive sounds.

Macro Oscillator Mode introduces a diverse palette of waveform types, including:
• classic analog VCO emulation
• additive and digital synthesis
• vowel/formant synthesis
• 2-operator FM
• simulation of string and wind instruments
• wavetable synthesis with smooth XY interpolation
• filtered/colored/pitched noise
• granular synthesis
• electronic drum sound simulation

0:00 Intro
0:50 Let's explore new presets
0:56 Lifeforce Stack
1:10 Science Fact
1:28 4UP
1:43 Glass Diver
1:57 Well Strung
2:12 Trance 8000
2:27 Bass Folder 1
2:43 Rez Kick Pattern
2:53 Spectral Keys
3:12 Destination Pad
3:34 Rough Talker
3:51 Poly Wah
4:14 RND Walk
4:29 Cycling Flutter
4:46 Big House
4:59 Macromash Wobbler
5:12 Mario Arp
5:24 56k Modem
5:38 Ultimate Trance

The Macro Oscillator firmware update is available now for all Delia users, download here:
https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/...

Learn more about Delia:
https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/...

Discover more at Melbourne Instruments
https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/"

NEW bento 1.3 Ships w/ Wavetable Synthesis, Patch Preview and USB Mounting

video upload by 1010music

"🎉 NEW bento firmware 1.3 is finished and available now in the downloads area of our website. This gives bento users the power of the fireball #wavetablesynth engine, the ability to filter and preview sounds for our #granularsynth and #sampler instruments (and wavetable of course) PLUS the ability to mount bento as a USB storage device for easier backups and content exchange..

Get it now or learn more at:
https://1010music.com/downloads?utm_s..."

Five12 QVL Firmware v2 Preview

video upload by Five12 Inc.

"Four big new features for the QV-L: Revised, much-improved UI navigation, reversed UI pref, ADSR envelopes and Log-taper envelopes. Download at https://www.five12.com/hq/Support"

QV-L Generative Improv : Space Invaders

video upload by Five12 Inc.

"A patch using the QV-L to generate Pitch, EG and modulation for an Oscillator, Filter and VCA, with a generous helping of delay."

http://www.five12.com

Circular 1.5 update | Native Instruments

video upload by Native Instruments

"Welcome to the Circular 1.5 update, packed with features inspired by your feedback! This update introduces over 300 inspirational presets and workflow improvements to help you create music faster. Discover easier sound shaping with the new expression knob option , more freedom for experimentation with an undo system for every engine change , and improved real-time responsiveness when playing chords and scales live. Enjoy a smoother experience with better host performance and a quick tour to get new users started.

Circular walkthrough: [posted here]

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:26 New Sounds
03:38 Quick Tour
05:03 Scaling Menu Changes
05:58 Undo
06:47 Usability
07:09 Tempo Divider
07:59 Performance update