BlueARP v2.8.7: resizable GUI, sample-accurate timing & more

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"Video explanation for BlueARP v2.8.7 update
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_...
Main features here: resizable GUI, sample-accurate timing, clock offset in milliseconds, some fixes for Mac users. Check the timecodes:
00:00 Intro
00:48 Resizable GUI
01:54 Sample-accurate setting
03:20 Clock offset setting
04:33 Fine GatePerStep scale
05:39 One personal thing"

BlueARP DM + Ketron SD1000 Performance "Japanese Dream"

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"Live performance, created and sequenced entirely on BlueARP DM, all sounds come from Ketron SD1000 using only its internal FX. Kurzweil is used just as a midi keyboard here.
What is BlueARP DM - you can check it here:
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_...
The coolest thing is that BlueARP DM stores all the program selects, volume levels and effect parameters as various CC/sysEx messages on the AUTOMATION page, which it sends to the synth on project load.
I need just to turn on SD1000, connect it to BlueARP DM, load the project - and it is ready. This is a perfect compact setup I wanted to test for a long time.
While making this performance, I found some bugs in BlueARP DM midi implementation, it sometimes swallows notes in a dense note flow, especially those coming as THRU. Here it showed up because all 8 instances generate notes on the same MIDI channel. I'm fixing it in the next firmware 2.8.3b (it will be BlueARP DM only update), hopefully Dec 2025.

PS. Opening sequence is the patch called 'Shamisen', it is a Japanese stringed instrument, which gave the name to the performance )"

BlueARP DM + Roland SC88, 'øneheart x reidenshi snowfall' cover

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"Recreation of the track 'øneheart x reidenshi - snowfall' on BlueARP DM and Roland SC88. Everything was sequenced on BlueARP DM (not even using the ctrl app). Also BlueARP DM holds all the program changes, sysEx messages like volume and effect levels for each part (via AUTOMATION functionality).

The audio narration is taken from • The Silence Of The Snow - Winter Poem
The Silence of the Snow, a winter poem by Ruth Velenski
I stretched it a bit, aligned to the music and added some delay & reverb.

This is my first try of this famous 'slow & reverb' genre, hope you enjoy )"

BlueARP DM demo, making EDM on the vintage hardware

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"Finally I edited my mid-2025 recording, where I use BlueARP DM in my friend's studio. BlueARP DM works as the arpeggiator brain, driving:

1. Steda SR-909 (909 replica), drums
2. Roland System 100, driven via CV/Gate/Velo triple (bass)
3. Roland MKS-80, arpeggiated sequence"

BlueARP DM + Roland System 100 + 909

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"BlueARP DM in my partner's studio, driving Roland System 100 via CV / Gate / Velocity triple, plus drums from Steda SR-909 (909 replica)."

"Over my shoulder" by Mike + The Mechanics, Live cover with BlueARP

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"Testing updated 'restart on key' and 'quantize tolerance' settings of the upcoming v.2.8.0 (I have to increase major version number since it is bank format update this time). The release will follow 1-2 weeks later, I still have some stuff to test and don't want to release it raw.

Playing "Over my shoulder" by Mike + The Mechanics, everything driven by BlueARP using Guitar, Drum and normal Arp mode.

Discussion of the plugin happens mostly here:
https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/viewto..."

BlueARP v2.7.0 Christmas update (BlueARP DM + plugin)

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"I made it! BlueARP v2.7.0 update for Windows & OSX and BlueARP DM, having the new operation mode 'guitar strum and a few other updates, check the video.

Get the updated version of the BlueARP plugin & demo banks from this video:
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_...
(to load bank into BlueARP, extract fxb files to somewhere, then from BlueARP plugin: MENU - Bank - Load, choose your fxb file)

Updated version of the BlueARP DM and the editor application:
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_...

Check the latest news and updates on BlueARP in this forum thread:
https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/viewto...

timecodes
00:00 Musical demo
02:20 Explaining the musical demo
04:30 presets from the 'essential guitars' bank
08:22 explaining 'guitar strum' mode
26:56 'arp, fixed input' operation mode
28:33 'CHANCE per step' lane
29:02 new skins and GUI improvements
32:22 some other thoughts on the v2.7.0 update
33:58 new banks for the BlueARP
40:42 BlueARP DM v2.7.0 update
43:10 BlueARP DM USB sync improved
45:58 Crash test of the USB sync"

BlueARP DM in the studio p.1: driving SR-909 drum machine

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"In the studio with my partner STEDA Electronics, who makes SR-909 drum machine kits, TR-909 replicas: https://diystudiotoys.com/products/st...

BlueARP DM sequences drums, using SR-909 as a sound module and using 'trigger probability' settings, so there is a slight touch of randomness in this rhythm, which is impossible to do with 909's own sequencer.

Enjoy. BlueARP DM is still available from the same store https://diystudiotoys.com/products/om...

or via pre-order from my website: https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_...

00:00 Intro
00:55 Drum pattern explained
02:40 Drum pattern (no voice)"

BlueARP arpeggiator video Manual 2024

video upload by graywolf2004ru

Also see the hardware BlueARP DM in previous posts here.

"Complete video manual for the BlueARP plugin (except drum sequencer mode, there's a separate video for that).
Please use English/US subtitles, I edited them manually (quite a hell of work, around 6 hours), if will help you since my English diction is far from perfect ).
This is mostly talking and explaining parameters, not a musical demo.
Corresponds to BlueARP v2.5.4 (although in the video it is shown v2.5.3), download it here
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_...
(v2.5.4 will be released few days after this video, a bug-fix release mostly)

Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction
00:48 FL Studio related setup
02:47 GUI Basics
05:35 Top Panel
08:11 Matrix Editor
27:42 Left panel: Input Filter
40:08 More on Order algorithms
43:30 Left Panel: ARP Engine
49:14 Left Panel: Output Filter
52:07 Left Panel: SETTINGS tab
55:22 Program Chains
01:06:55 Info Panel
01:11:19 Conclusion, tips & tricks"

BlueARP DM in black + project updates

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"Introducing BlueARP DM in black enclosure, limited series.
BlueARP DM is an 8-channel hardware arpeggiator, more information here:
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_...
Some other updates on the project - updated manual, showing BlueARP DM's in the making.

00:00 Intro, BlueARP DM in black
00:34 Updated manual in color
01:52 Different buttons, prototype
03:05 On tactile buttons reliability
03:35 PCB's, notes on the JTAG port
04:45 BlueARP DM ordering information"

BlueARP DM firmware update v2.5.3 and editor app update (revised)

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"This firmware update brings new features to BlueARP DM: drum sequencer mode, chain variations and several GUI and workflow improvements.
BlueARP DM is a programmable 8-channel pattern arpeggiator, details here:
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_... Explaining BlueARP DM v2.5.3 Firmware update. Download link:
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_... BlueARP DM's are made by hand in small quantities, they can be ordered here (usually with a waiting time of 1-2 months)

PS. I didn't like the previous version of this video - I was too tired when I recorded it (after 2 days of coding and testing almost non-stop), so I re-recorded it and this one - I like it better,

0:00 Introduction
0:42 New P1. BASICS page
1:37 Other page changes
2:13 Editing values (new ways)
5:08 XOX / Grid editing mode
5:55 Chain variations
7:00 Drum sequencer mode
11:33 Arp 'latch+sustain' mode
13:55 Editor application
16:36 Final words"

BlueARP DM v2.5.3 firmware update + control app update

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"Explaining BlueARP DM v2.5.3 Firmware update. Get it here:
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_...
Now BlueARP DM has all the cool new features of the BlueARP plugin - drum sequencer mode, chain variation and some GUI/workflow improvements."

BlueARP DM iNow Available for Order

video upload by graywolf2004ru

00:00 Availability and pricing
00:43 Package contents
01:10 Waiting list
01:27 Comments on pricing
02:26 Reliability, beta-testing
04:22 Future plans
05:40 Final words

BlueARP DM mk.1 Hardware Arpeggiator (introduction video)

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"Introducing BlueARP DM mk.1, 8-channel advanced arpeggiator, the result of 6 years of development. This is not a full review, but more an introduction video covering the basics, to give the idea of what it is and what it can do.

Find more information on the product page:
https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_...

BlueARP DM is available for order from my partner's store:
https://www.sssrlabs.com/store/bluear...

Contents:
00:00 Basic overview
01:12 Usage scenarios
02:40 Editing patterns
06:30 Interface overview
10:55 Control app
12:37 Musical examples"

"What is BlueARP DM
BlueARP DM (DM stands for Desktop Module) is an advanced 8-channel pattern arpeggiator with a core derived from BlueARP plugin (which has been around since 2012). This is a result of 4 years of development and 1 year of beta-testing and fine-tuning. It is a boutique device, hand-manufactured in small quantities. Currently available in two colors: semi-transparent blue and white with black engravings.

BlueARP DM delivers 8 independent arpeggiators (or instances) in a single box; each of these instances is essentially a separate BlueARP plugin. It shares the core logic programmed in C with the plugin, but delivers rock-solid MIDI timing, thanks to its powerful Cotrex-M4 ARM CPU, and some extra stuff like CV/Gate connectivity to modular synths. BlueARP DM has plenty of connectivity for such a small box.

2 midi input and 4 midi output ports;
USB A port accepting USB-MIDI controllers;
4 analog outputs acting as CV or gates;
analog input to accept pulse clock from the modular;
SD Card to store and recall presets;


BlueARP DM a self-contained hardware device: you can edit, save and recall arpeggio patterns on the unit without a computer. Its interface a ‘old-school’ and it was inspired by early-days music computers and hardware sequencers. Still there’s enough space on two large 256×64 pixel OLED screens. For example, this is a pattern editing page."

https://omg-instruments.com/wp/?page_id=52

See the BlueARP label for additional posts.

preenFM2: review and test drive with BlueARP DM

video upload by graywolf2004ru

via preenFM2 on eBay

"I got this preemFM2 synth about a year ago. I got it in hope it will help me to get deeper into FL synthesis, and it worked in the end. It is a nice little synth with a software editor, I definitely recommend it for those who want to get info FM and prefer hardware.

I'm using it together with BlueARP plugin and BlueARP DM, check live performance in the end of the video. Contents:

00:00 preenFM2 introduction
03:10 Hardware setup for a jam
03:26 preenFM editor
06:07 Problems with the Editor
07:35 Sounds and patterns in FL Studio
09:00 Transfering patterns to BlueARP DM
10:40 Setting up BlueARP DM
15:14 DAWless setup overview
15:59 Playing the performance
18:45 Afterword"

Alesis Ion Demo - Smells like vintage digital in here [NO TALKING]

video upload by Marshal Arnold

"Today we have the Alesis Ion, an analog modeling synth that released in 2003 featuring 8 voices, 3 oscillators per voice, 2 multi-mode filters with 16 filter types. The Ion is also 4 part multi-timbral.

Some of the patches demoed are paired with an instance of the BlueARP VST plugin through Ableton Live. I've indicated which sounds are using BlueARP in the time stamps below.

Patch time stamps:

0:00 Dutch Choir
0:35 String Dream
1:17 Steam Valve
2:16 Intruder
2:44 Intruder with BlueARP
4:20 Mini 5th with BlueARP
4:39 Default with BlueARP
5:04 Wahavishnoid with BlueARP
6:04 Warperhein with BlueARP
6:36 Sizzler
7:50 Electrail SAY"

SM Pro V-MACHINE running BlueARP and retro-review

video by graywolf2004ru

9:32 on reminded me of Depeche Mode's See You. Different sequence of course, just similar vibe.

"This is still a cool piece of hardware, despite of its limited power. I wish they make a more powerful version some day.
When I first used V-Machine 10 years ago - I tried to run BlueARP inside it and it worked after a few tweaks to the code. I didn't post it back then, so now I decided to revive that experiment.
To do this in 2021, I had to bring back Windows XP compatibility for 32-bit version of BlueARP (it was quite a challenge) but finally it works!
I don't think it has lots of practical usage in 2021, but still V-MACHINE is a cool artifact of its time and running BlueARP + Synth1 inside it makes it even cooler.

00:00​ Introduction
02:02​ VFX Control Software
06:00​ V-Machine turning on and overview
07:40​ V-Machine running BlueARP + Synth 1
08:47​ V-Machine running BlueARP + Phutura"

You can find additional demos of the V-MACHINE in previous posts here.

“Reissues” – Ft. Prophet 10 rev 4 - Arp 2600 FS - MINIMOOG - MS-20 and more – Powered by BlueARP DM

video by Marshal Arnold

“Reissues” – Ft. Prophet 10 rev 4 - Arp 2600 FS - MINIMOOG - MS-20 and more – Powered by BlueARP DM

Tonight, I perform some live Trance using a combination analog and digital reissued synths I own. The track is my original work, and features the Sequential Prophet 10 rev 4, Korg ARP 2600 FS, Moog Minimoog Model D and the Korg MS-20 Mini. I am also using a Roland TR8s, a Roland D-05 Boutique and several Roland Cloud drum machines and synths as well.

The cool thing here is that a good chunk of the sequences and patterns are driven by the amazing BlueARP DM MK.1. A hardware Arpeggiator and Pattern Sequencer developed by Oleg Mikheev, AKA Graywolf. I have been fortunate to help Oleg with beta testing the BlueARP DM and have been itching to get it more integrated into my workflow. This was a great opportunity to combine a bunch of wonderful analog and digital reissued synthesizers with this super cool BlueARP hardware.
I have a few backing tracks all played live on the V-Synth (which is multitimbral.. how many of you knew that? Lol) triggered with the Ableton Push and one instance of Omnisphere also adding an almost string like swell.

Below is each synth and what it was doing in this track-

Hardware Synthesizers and Drum Machines:

Korg MS-20 Mini – Main Bassline (Sequenced by BlueARP DM)

Moog Minimoog Model D Reissue – Secondary Bassline (16th note pattern sequenced by BlueARP DM)

Korg ARP 2600 FS – FX (the long sweep at the start of each 2 measures is the 2600, this also is triggered with BlueARP DM)

Prophet 10 Rev 4 – Main Lead (played in real-time by hand, including filter cutoff modulation)

Roland D-05 Boutique – FX (a short dry sweep heard at the start of every 2 measures, triggered in Ableton Live)

Roland V-Synth – Secondary Synth Lead and backing track on second timber. The Lead is played in real-time by hand including filter cutoff modulation, but the backing pattern is triggered on MIDI chnl 3 of the V-Synth sequenced by BlueARP DM.

Roland TR8s – The thicker clap that comes in is from the TR-8s – this is sequenced in Ableton Live

Soft Synths:
Roland Cloud

TR-909 for kick, Crash, clap and High Hats (Sequenced in Ableton Live)

TR-808 for High Hats and snare crescendo (Sequenced in Ableton Live)

Jupiter 8 – FX - A rapid stepped riser you hear at the end of every 2 measures (Sequenced in Ableton Live)

System 8 – another synth lead, heard at the beginning of the change right before the Prophet 10 comes in. (Sequenced with BlueARP DM)

Omnisphere 2.6 – Ambient type sound.. hard to explain, almost like a cello swell or something.

I think that’s all folks lol. Enjoy, thanks for watching!


Follow me on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/marshalarnold"

BlueARP DM pre-production unit. Live cover, "Emotions and Energy" by Saif Sameer

graywolf2004ru

"Showing BlueARP pre-production unit in a beautiful enclosure from laser-cut semi-transparent acrylic glass.

Playing a live cover for a track "Emotions and Energy" by Saif Sameer, to celebrate this milestone in development.

Currently I'm finalizing several pre-production units which will go to first beta-testers, to check how they work and get feedback."

You can find additional BlueARP posts here.

How does the Waldorf Kyra Sound? - 11 Custom Patches [No Talking]

Published on Nov 10, 2019 Marshal Arnold

"How does the Waldorf Kyra Sound? - 11 Custom Patches [No Talking]

Tonight I play through 11 custom patches I've created with the Waldorf Kyra VA Synthesizer, with no talking. All sounds were created from scratch on the Waldorf Kyra starting from Init. All effects are from the Waldorf Kyra itself, no external processing was done, these are single timber patches performed in real time. All sounds from the Waldorf Kyra have been recorded via the USB connection to a Windows PC into Ableton Live @ 4800kHZ."

Waldorf Kyra - 6 Part Multi - "Maximum Effort" [Full Track]

Published on Oct 22, 2019 Marshal Arnold

"Tonight I debut a 6 part multitimbral tune created with 6 timbers from the Waldorf Kyra streaming via 8 channels through the USB connection into Ableton Live. All 6 Kyra patches are custom patches made by me. I used percussion from the Roland Cloud including the TR-909 and TR 808. I also used a moded kick from Kick 2 and a single synth line from Omnisphere 2.

For arpeggiators I used the BlueARP plugin. Effects were part from the Kyra and part 3rd party effects. Some Kyra synth timbers were routed into Ableton dry and layered with delay, reverb and sidechain within Ableton.

This performance was done to demo some sounds and abilities of the Waldorf Kyra in a studio setting, I hope you enjoy the Kyra demo!"

BlueARP HW mk1 rev6 demo "Riding on new wave"

Published on Sep 22, 2019 graywolf2004ru

"Showing BlueARP DM unit, mk.1 rev.6. No major changes, mostly button arrangement (hopefully this is the final button arragement).

It's 100% hardware performance using:
1. BlueARP DM (desktop unit)
2. Novation Nova
3. Vermona Mono Lancet
4. Korg Electribe S mk.II

BlueARP sends midi clock to Korg ES and Nova. Mono lancet audio is routed via Nova's input, so I apply chorus from Nova, works nice."

BlueARP Hardware ARP Sequencer