MIDISID 4 : 'Morpheus' : Demonstration of new features

video upload by MIDI IN

"the SID is the sound chip that was used in the Commodore 64 8-bit home computer, it's a synthesizer on a chip with 3 voices. This has two of those, or modern recreations of, for a total of 6 voices. It has MIDI in so that you can control it from a keyboard, DAW, or anything else that produces MIDI

Find out more / buy at:
https://peacockmedia.software/midisid

New features:
Larger screen
Revised menu
New 'duophonic' mode
Physical 'stereo/mono' switch
USB-C socket, capable of acting as a USB host for MIDI-over-USB
Switch to Kung Fu SIDs rather than SwinSID nanos

0:00 intro
1:18 larger screen and revised menu
2:12 new 'duophonic' mode
2:44 USB-C for MIDI-over-USB
3:44 stereo/mono switch
4:34 the new Kung Fu SID
5:35 rendition of Corridors of Time by Autumn Altair

Echoes Stone Walls by Autumn Altair:
https://altairaudioengineering.bandca..."

Elektron Sidstation

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via this Reverb listing

"The legendary SID Station is a powerful synth that uses two of the famous SID chips (of Commodore 64 fame) to produce complex and rich sounds that range from what you would expect from chiptunes to more sonically adventurous modular style sounds. A very unique sound to add to the toolkit, for sure!"

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Midibox MB6582 Maxed Out with Eight SID 8580's C64 Chips

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"Midibox MB6582 Maxed Out with eight SID 8580's C64 chips, MIDI capable. Includes original C64 power adaptor.

Condition is Used and it is DIY. It's maxed out with eight 8580R5 SIDs. They are noisy. Beautiful blue panel from Julian. LED's though not too bright. A nice illuminated fan on the back with the "overdrive" pots. Loaded with latest firmware. Has the clear custom plexi window to protect the LCD. The encoders do tend to "bounce" but from my understanding it's normal, and totally manageable if you don't twist too quickly. Sold as is. Sid heaven! Why build your own when you can buy this one?"

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Midweek MIDIPan Minijam : Plus first look at MIDISID for RC2014

video upload by MIDI IN

"This is a looper jam on the MIDIPan and also a show & tell about a project I'm working on right now. For 8-bit music fans!"

Custom MB8582 SID synth - C64 - Round Robbin - MikeSynth

video upload by Mikus Pilatus

"Quick demo of all 8 SIDs (4x Stereo Pairs) playing in round Robbin with 4 different instruments ."

Custom SID Synth - Chip Tunes - C64 - MikeSynth

video uploads by Mikus Pilatus

"Showing off that digital noise oscillator"

"I built this nearly 20 years ago - still works !
8 SIDS - but in this video you add only hearing one pair (2 SID) in true stereo."

Custom SID Synth - Chip Tunes - C64 - MikeSynth

X1L3 - AY300 / YM300 - Sanxion demo - Eurorack modules

video upload by X1L3

"A valiant attempt from the humble AY3-8910 and YM2149 at pulling off part of the Sanxion loader music from the Commodore 64. Written in 1984 by Rob Hubbard for the SID chip.

Quick demo of a couple of new modules built around the relics that are the AY and YM. With support from some real SID drums to drive it. It's not a bad attempt.

Two three voice stacks. No vca/vcf support modules.

AY does the bass and additional noise percussion.

YM runs the melody and hops over to the bass line to follow the AY and prevent it from droning when it would be technically idle if i had a vca in line..

The internal modulators can be used to generate a kind of 'SID voice', but in this limited hook up they're not used here.

Will probably revisit it when my rig is free and i can be bothered to figure out all the bendy bits of the lush melodic part about a third of the way into the original 🙂🕹📺🔥"

Sunday Jam #55 : Halloween special : 4am again with visualisations

video upload by MIDI IN

After last week's effort I'm kicking back a bit this week and have spent the time on a visualisation. The music is something I first posted in 2020 [video below], at that time with a compilation of some spooky C64 and Vic20 games.

0:00 intro
0:16 talking about Dr.VIP 2040 board
0:42 talking about the visualisation
2:05 the track

"4am" - Original music, with Spooky Vic20 and C64 games (listed in description)

video upload by MIDI IN

"Original spooky music, all sounds are produced by a real C64 (6581 SID). Accompanied by me playing some of my current favourite games on Vic20 and C64.

This time I used the C64 as a midi instrument (via Datel MIDI cart and my own software) and recorded around 30 sounds separately, and mixed them using minimal post-processing (a little reverb and eq).

All of these games have their own music, by better musicians than me. This isn't an attempt to deprecate their music. I've enjoyed the games and the visuals make a great accompaniment to this piece of music.

I am a fan of using real hardware and usually play these games on original computers. However, I don't have a capture device and pointing a camera at the screen looks crap, so I resorted to emulators for the purposes of making the gameplay footage.

Games shown:
Zombie Calavera Prologue, Vic20, from Digital Monastery https://majikeyric.itch.io/zombie-cal...

Pumpkid, Vic20 from Hewco https://hewco64.itch.io/pumpkid

The Isle of the Cursed Prophet, C64 from Icon 64 https://psytronik.itch.io/cursed-prop...

Luna, C64 from Shallan https://shallan64.itch.io/luna"

Sunday Jam #54 : Music for an imaginary puzzle game - plus!

video upload by MIDI IN

"After deciding that my original idea was a complete disaster, I returned to something I've developed several times in the past. This time I've given it the rock treatment.

I first showed this tune played on a dual-SID C64 [1st video below]

And then using MIDISID [2nd video below]

0:00 Intro
0:24 previous versions
0:49 what I've done today
1:00 how I generated the video
2:01 the track"

Puzzled : music for dual-SID C64

video upload by MIDI IN

"Another piece of original Dual-SID music. I'm starting to doubt the wisdom of writing long ponderous intros, so I won't think any less of you if you skip forward 30s to where the bass and percussion action starts.

My 16-channel MIDI to 6-channel SID voice music player is improving . The sound for this video is captured straight from my sixtyclone which you can see in the video. The music is actually being generated by Logic Pro on a Mac and sent to the C64 via MIDI (Datel MIDI cart)."

Puzzled MIDISID demo 2

video upload by MIDI IN

"I've been unlisting some early MIDISID videos which show MIDISID as a prototype - it's come a long way and is now a commercial product: https://peacockmedia.software/midisid/

I like this tune and decided to re-shoot the video and re-record the audio using some better MIDISID sounds. If you like this or any of my tunes, and would like to use the music for free - you are welcome, as long as you credit me and give a link to my channel. Better still, contact me and I'll provide a good quality audio file."

Walkabout at the Synthesized event, Cambridge

video upload by MIDI IN

"I wasn't able to do the usual musical Sunday video this week, I was at the Synthesized event at the Centre for Computing History in Cambridge.
Tony the organiser had caught everyone for interviews which will be on the museum's own channel here: (link when available)
So I just picked a quiet moment for a walkabout to show the variety of musical technology on display."

Also see Synthesized Festival 2023 - Cambridge Centre For Computing History & Making Drums For Modular Synth

Elektron SID Station SN F10100780-81

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"This VERY RARE Sid Station MOS 6581 Synth by Elektron is a unique synthesizer with a rich history. The device was originally designed as a tribute to the sound chip of the Commodore 64, the MOS 6581 SID. It has since evolved into a powerful stand-alone synthesizer with a distinct sound. Unit is in near-mint cosmetic condition and I’ve pointed out any scratches in the photos. Sounds and works perfectly.

Featuring a variety of functions and controls, this synthesizer is perfect for musicians and producers looking to create authentic vintage C64 sounds. Whether you're using it in a studio or live performance setting, the Sid Station MOS 6581 Synthesis by Elektron is as authentic as it gets.

The sound of SidStation is, of course, very similar to that of the original Commodore 64. The SID chip is well known for being noisy. By design, the oscillators never stop outputting signal—even while not in use. It's this flaw, however, that is part of the character and sound of the SID chip. Tuning stability on this unit’s particular chip is the best I’ve ever heard.

The SidStation is capable of producing all the waveforms of the C64, Triangle, Saw, Pulse, Mix (which is a mix between Saw and Pulse) and variable Noise. Besides this is the synth, a 4-part LFO-modulation system which can be used with Lowpass, Highpass, Bandpass and various combinations of these filters (including a Notchfilter). All of these are controllable by the four knobs on top of the SidStation."

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Experiment : The 'MIDISID Beast', a 3-headed beast with 18 SID voices

video upload by MIDI IN

"It has long been a dream of mine to build a version of MIDISID with 6 SIDs making 18 voices. The MIDISID Beast if you will. Here I hook up 3 regular MIDISIDs to test the idea.

https://peacockmedia.software/midisid/

0:00 The current 2-SID 6-voice MIDISID
0:25 The Dream
0:53 Testing the idea wit 3 regular MIDISIDs
2:09 Comfortably Numb
8:32 canyon.mid
10:35 passport.mid
12:43 Day of the Tentacle part of opening sequence
14:03 closing thoughts and invitation to Cambridge to experience The Beast"

Twisted Electrons TherapSID MK1 SID MIDI Synth w/ Commodore 5.25 Utlity Disk

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"This listing is for an original mint condition Twisted Electrons TherapSID MK1. This powerful desktop synthesizer features all the stock features of the TherapSID, along with upgrade version of the Commodore 6581 SID compatible Nobomi ARMSID chip installed, which capable of producing all the classic SID mesmerizing sounds, without all the background noise of the Commodore 6581/6582/8580 SID chips.

This MIDI synthesizer comes with knobs for easy manipulation and offers a unique sonic experience that will take your music production to the next level. From France-based brand Twisted Electrons, this synthesizer is perfect for both professional audio equipment and musical instrument enthusiasts.

Whether you're a seasoned musician or a beginner, this particular TherapSID MK1 is an excellent addition to your musical toolkit. Explore the endless possibilities of sound creation with this upgraded, state-of-the-art, tactile synthesizer module.

Features include:

5-pin MIDI input
1/4 audio input/output jacks
Nobomi ARMSID upgrade installed, Commodore 5.25 utlity disk and instruction sheet included"

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Endless Sands ( Commodore 64 & Sid Factory II )

video upload by Avrilcadabra

"Hi here is a SiD track I made using Sid Factory II.

listen to this on Deepsid https://deepsid.chordian.net/?file=/S...

download the sid from drop box https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/r48yid...

Learn about Sid Factory II https://blog.chordian.net/sf2/

Find my content entertaining or helpful? you can make my day by buying one of my songs at https://avrilcadabra.bandcamp.com/rel..."

Therapsid - why to love the 6581 sid chip

video upload by Avrilcadabra

"Such an amazing filter.

Hi , I was just practicing writing on Sid Factory II (testing ASID don't think this build is live yet), which is controlling the Therapsid via an elektron TM-1 midi interface (didnt have turbo on here), Therapsid was provided by Twisted Electrons many moons ago.

I Think this sort of thing is why Sid chips in particular the 6581's are so hard to emulate or make replacements of."

Song Made On A 1984 "Portable" Computer - Commodore SX64 Dual Sid Chip

video upload by LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER

"This song was made on MSSIAH on the SX64. Dual Sid chips
Download the song .WAV and .MP£ here :-
https://www.patreon.com/posts/lmnc-sx...
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Here is a Video about the computer :-" How Portable Is The 1983 Commodore SX64???

How Portable Is The 1983 Commodore SX64???

video upload by LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER

"Today we see how portable the 1983 Commodore SX64 portable computer actually is! and make some music on it!!! if you'd like to see more videos on this project/livestreams and Download :- https://www.patreon.com/lookmumnocomp..."

COMMODORE HEXAGON C64 SID SYNTHESIZER SHOWCASE [Retro Gadgets]

video upload by Retrozentrum

"Prepare for the future!

Dive into the futuristic soundscape of the HEXAGON, a Synthesizer powered by the unparalleled Commodore 64 SID Soundchip from MOS Technology!

From the smooth Triangle tones, the edgy buzz of a Sawtooth wave, to the unique vibes of a Pulse wave and the wild randomness of noise - with HEXAGON Commodore is bringing you the tones of tomorrow! Experience 4 breathtaking waveforms each full of power and volume - But what is better than one oscillator? Right - Another one! Just one switch away and you are able to play two notes with one key, no problemo! Or set both oscillators to the same pitch and feel the power of two voices combined! We bet you won't ever release a key to make this beast playing music forever!

Tailor every note to perfection! With full control over the tones even out of space-time, you are ready for the future! Be able to adjust Attack, Decay, Sustain, and Release to craft sounds that are beyond this world. Even make your notes slide and sway and dive into sonic realms with a chaos generating Pitch Modulator...And by chaos we mean absolute madness. This thing is a demon in creating mental sounds! But hold on - Of course you can also create wonderful chords with it - We won't let you down, no matter what type of noise you want to create!

But don't worry if you don't know anything about waveforms or Envelopes or Amplitudes or Giana Sisters or Bubble Bobble or Camel or Impossible Mission..The HEXAGON makes it so easy to make music and create noise but comes with a high quality soundchip that is state of the art! - The one and only SID! Normally it costs a lot of knowledge and practice to get yourself deeper into the great SID composing with a C64 but here is your solution!

Why just play when you can compose? With an ultimate capacity of 64 Kilobytes HEXAGON's innovative Step Sequencer powered by an onboard memory chip is there for you to let you arrange your very own future hits step-by-step and note-by-note. (Yes folks you heard it right, no floppy disks anymore, you are welcome)

HEXAGON - For $595, you get what nobody else can give you for twice the price! So what are you waiting for? Get yourself a HEXAGON!

powered by Commodore International and MOS Technology

...or at least inspired by it :)

Retro Gadgets is a game where you can build and code your own gadgets with several assets like LEDs, Buttons, Screens etc. Check out the Game on Steam Early Access!"

MIDISID manual : the four modes of operation

video upload by MIDI IN

"in which I describe and demonstrate MIDISID's four modes: General MIDI, MT32, Polyphonic and Monophonic.

This is mostly concerned with the different ways that MIDISID can alloctate the incoming MIDI data to the 6 SID voices it has.

0:00 introduction
0:28 General MIDI
3:50 MT32
4:20 Polyphonic
5:30 Monophonic
6:31 Fooling around with some interesting sounds"

See the MIDI IN label below for more.

Duck Tales theme on 2xSIDs

video upload by MIDI IN

"I will be making a follow-up to this in which I explain how I started off with a .mid and made it work well with MIDISID. That will be the start of a series of videos to accompany chapters of the MIDISID manual, in this case 'playing a .mid and getting the most out of it'."

See the MIDI In label for more.