Cableguys: SHAPERBOX

video upload by DATABROTH

Read my full review https://www.databroth.com/blog/shaper...

check out my wavetables and presets at https://gumroad.com/databroth
join my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/databroth"

00:00 Pads patch 1
01:23 Pads patch 2
02:31 Lead patch 1
03:51 Lead patch 2
04:51 Piano patch 1
06:27 Piano patch 2
07:47 Drums

Retro Futurism - Ableton Move Sound Pack | Full audio demo

video upload by A Force Truly Evil

"Available here: https://sci-fiaudio.com/?product=retr...

A PURE SYNTHWAVE CYBERPUNK-INSPIRED SOUND PACK

Retro Futurism is a vibrant fusion of 80s nostalgia and futuristic sci-fi sounds, blending elements reminiscent of Stranger Things with the atmosphere of Blade Runner.

This pack draws inspiration from iconic vintage synthesizers while incorporating a forward-looking sonic aesthetic, creating a bridge between past and future.

RETRO FUTURISM CONTENT:

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NatLife Sounds Halloween Sales

via supporting member, NatLife Sounds:

"I just started a Halloween sale for all my synth presets: natlifesounds.com/products

With you a great Halloween 🎃 holidays 😉"

Native Instruments Launches Maschine 3.4

Press release follows (demo video here):

Berlin, October 29, 2025 – Native Instruments has released Maschine 3.4, continuing on a string of updates to its hybrid production and performance platform.

Maschine has always been about keeping ideas flowing, and Maschine 3.4 does just that by introducing a redesigned modulation editor with huge improvements for the desktop, additional Play Series instruments and effects for Maschine+ standalone, and a set of workflow upgrades that make creating music smoother, faster, and more fluid than ever.

Maschine 3.4 adds long-requested tools like curves, marquee select, and pencil drawing to a modernized modulation editor, matching DAW standards while preserving its fast, intuitive workflow. With Play Series on Maschine+ and refined arranging tools, it’s a hearty update that further improves the Maschine platform.

Key Features

· Modernized modulation editor — Producers can now draw curves with the pencil tool and edit multiple points at once, unlocking expressive control and DAW-level precision inside Maschine.

· Workflow refinements (desktop) — Grid snapping, drag-to-edit, updated colors, keyboard shortcuts, and a refreshed UI design streamline production on the laptop or desktop.

· More compatibility on Maschine+ — Run newly compatible effects and Play Series instruments natively on Maschine+ with bounce-in-place for CPU management. No computer required.

· Newly compatible: 24K Keys & Drums, Discoteca Keys & Drums, Empire Breaks, Duets, Feel it, Kontakt Factory Selection 2, and effects like Replika, Driver, Tape Wobble, and more.

A Note for Maschine+ users

The Play Series compatibility on Maschine+ is an unlock for existing owners. A license is needed for Play Series instruments or effects to become available for use on Maschine+ devices. For optimal performance when using sample-based instruments like the Play Series, a high-speed SD card is recommended.

Hacking Omnisphere 3: User MULTIsamples are a Thing!

video upload by Keith Crosley

"TLDR: You can make your own multisamples for Omnisphere 3. Why is this hidden? I don't know! But come along with me as we hack Omnisphere to play some of the world's greatest recorded sounds. (Also, my own "Varieties of Noise" sample library.) Grab your XML parser and get ready for a multi-samples-a-go-go episode of your favorite talky synthesizer content show!"

You can find wavetables and additional resources by Keith Crosley available at https://www.wavetables.lol.

MAXED OUT - 160 Fresh sounds for PolyMAX by Solidtrax

video upload by Solidtrax

"160 New and fresh #presets for ‪@UniversalAudio‬ #PolyMAX - These #sounds are suitable for ambient, documentary, EDM, house, IDM, techno, trance and various sorts of electronic dance music genres.

All sounds in this video are sourced directly from UADx PolyMAX - recorded dry, using only the onboard effects of the synth. No external EQ, compression or other processing has been applied. Even the drums come straight from PolyMAX.

Get the sounds here: https://www.solidtrax.nl/product/maxe...

Read my full review of PolyMAX (includes 10 free patches!): https://solidtrax.nl/universal-audio-..."

Ocean Swift Rusted Signal Bundle - Halloween Sale 89% off | €31.13

Rusted Signal Bundle | Dystopia Diary + 20 Sample Packs for Cinematic Sound Design
video upload by Ocean Swift / Faxi Nadu

https://oceanswift.net/product/rusted-signal-bundle/

Ocean Swift Synthesis Presents Dystopia Diary | Cinematic Sound Design | Tell Your Story

video upload by Ocean Swift / Faxi Nadu

"Can you stay awake, Alan? They say that on October 31st, the veil between worlds is at its thinnest. It’s a time of whispers in the static, of messages from places unseen. It’s a time for ghosts in the machine. At Ocean Swift, they say they have captured those ghosts.

The Rusted Signal Bundle was built from the echoes of fractured futures and the whispers of forgotten transmissions. It’s a complete toolkit for crafting vast, dystopian atmospheres, haunted soundscapes, and the chilling sounds of a world coming undone. With its core of "Dystopia Diary" and 20 curated sample packs, you can weave narratives from AI echoes, corrupted radio signals, and synthetic prophecies.

Grab it here on sale for 89% off 31.13 until November 2 - Happy Halloween!"

When the Spec Becomes Code: Building a Norns Instrument with AI

video upload by Lesjamusic

"Building PolyNexus: A Complete Norns Instrument, using Claude AI

I used to struggle with "vibe coding" - throwing prompts at AI and hoping for working software. Then I discovered the article "When the Spec Becomes the Code," and everything changed.

Spec-driven development (SDD) transformed my workflow. Instead of generating code through endless prompts, I focus on creating clear specifications first. The spec becomes the blueprint, and Claude AI helps compile it into working code.

PolyNexus is the result of this approach - a complete generative polyphonic instrument for Monome Norns that evolved far beyond my initial vision. What started as a chord sequencer grew ambitious: I built PolyVoice, a custom 6-voice synthesizer engine in SuperCollider, based on three Plaits oscillator models with wavefolding, sample rate reduction, and comprehensive modulation.

The best part? Spec-driven development gave me the confidence to tackle SuperCollider synthesis, something I wouldn't have attempted with traditional "vibe coding."

🎹 PolyNexus Features:

PolyVoice Synthesis Engine: • Custom 6-voice polyphonic SuperCollider engine • Three Plaits-inspired oscillator models (morph, waveshaping, wavetable) • Wavefolding for harmonic complexity • Sample rate reduction for lo-fi textures • Independent LFOs and envelope control per voice

Generative Sequencer: • 16-chord harmonic palette (monome Grid row 1) • Probabilistic note retriggering engine • Random chord sequencer for compositional surprises • Bass and sub-bass sequencer for rhythmic foundation • Real-time playable notes (Grid row 5)

Analog-Style Effects Chain: • Tape character: flutter, wow, saturation, tape noise • Tape-style delay with feedback and rate control • Multi-mode filtering for tone shaping

🔗 Resources: • Jean Bovet: "When the Spec Becomes the Code" - / when-the-spec-becomes-the-code • PolyNexus (coming soon to lines community) • monome Norns - https://monome.org • Mutable Instruments Plaits • SuperCollider synthesis language

⏱️ Timeline:
0:00 - Introduction: The Struggle with Vibe Coding
01:51 - Discovery: Spec-Driven Development
04:33 - What is PolyNexus?
12:37 - Live Performance

Want to try spec-driven development? Start by describing what you want to build in clear, detailed language. Iterate on the specification until it's crystal clear. Then let AI help compile it into code. You'll be amazed at what becomes possible."

Max 9.1 Update

video upload by Cycling '74

"Our first big update since Max 9 brings new ABL objects, new Jitter FX, JavaScript V8 features, and more. Now available on our Downloads page.
ABL Updates

We have added 8 new ABL objects that offer both practical solutions and new creative possibilities. Four new device objects (⁠drumsampler, compressor, autofilter, and drumbuss~) and four new lower-level dsp objects (meldfilter, meldosc, pitchestimator, transform) are included.

All ABL objects also now have an "@ins" attribute to specify custom inputs for controlling specific parameters with floats or signals.

New Jitter FX
With two new vintage-inspired effects (jit.fx.vcr and jit.fx.crt) along with some exciting geometrical interventions (jit.fx.ge.pattern and jit.fx.ge.lineinterp) and image enhancements (jit.fx.tiltshift, jit.fx.camera, and jit.fx.kuwahara), Max 9.1 offers new effects that will have an immediate impact on your visuals.
More Updates in Max 9.1.0
Function Stepping

Three new MSP objects offer new ways to work with function outputs. Designed to work together, stepdiv~ and stepfun~ allow for playback of each function segment using ramps. The stepcounter~ keeps count of incoming ramp signals with some interesting patterning options.

JavaScript V8 Features

Our Javascript V8 engine gets new features including Rx256 and ParameterInfoProvider classes, XMLHttpRequest, SQLite/SQLResult, and the SnapshotAPI, as well as improvements to v8 Buffer interactions. The v8ui now supports onkeydown and JitterListener events.

New Codebox and UI Features

Max 9.1 includes a new text.codebox object. The messageview object displays a stream of messages, and listbox and textbox objects provide interactive display of lists and messages."

More info: https://cycling74.com/products/max-9/...

Korg PS-3300: Favorites

video upload by App Sound (by Matt Sour)

"Playing some cool factory patches - a first contact with the Korg PS-3300.

0:00 Vibrato Lead
0:55 Dotted Dots
1:37 Cassini
2:16 Ring Popp Redux
2:46 Earth, Wind & Bird
3:12 Droner
3:53 Solo - Ens Rich Choir
4:29 Metallic Wind
4:58 Soft
5:33 Dinosaurus Walk
5:58 Beauty in Sustain
6:31 Dry Pad"

Introducing GForce MAP

video upload by GForce Software

GForce MAP Walkthrough


"More info at https://www.gforcesoftware.com/produc...

Born from the lineage of Serge©, Buchla©, and modular synthesis, MAP reimagines the fearless experimental spirit of the 1970s for today’s creators. Blending vintage character with modern innovation, MAP is a sound design playground for artists who see synthesis not as programming, but as exploration.

At its core, MAP features three powerful oscillators, a dual-filter architecture, and a deep modulation system with MPE support. Every sound invites hands-on discovery—from shimmering tones and gritty textures to sprawling ambient soundscapes.

Credits
Audio Tracks - Reverb Machine and K/V
Produced and Directed by AWD - All We Do
Creative Lead Team @allwedonow www.allwedonow.com

Note: During development, MAP’s design team studied historical modular systems, including those created by Serge Tcherepnin, Random*Source, and Buchla USA. MAP is an independent product and has no affiliation with, sponsorship from, or endorsement by these parties. Any references are made solely for historical and educational context."

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KORG Collection 6 - TRINITY: The 1995 Icon Reborn

video upload by Korg

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Cherry Audio Arp Quadra synth/controller

video upload by Craig Barnes

"This is a project I built a few years back, always wanted a Quadra since playing one at Chase Music on Oldham Street, so when this VST came about I thought it was possible to build a synth with a tiny pc and a midi keyboard and some electronics to tie it all together. This week I've been spending time breaking down the Cherry Audio factory patches in an effort to load them onto the SD card and have them all at hand. I also decided to give it a spruce up because the panels were going brown in the sunlight."

Melatonin: SINE MACHINE

video upload by DATABROTH

Read my review https://www.databroth.com/blog/sine-m...

check out my wavetables and presets at https://gumroad.com/databroth
join my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/databroth"

"Fierce" INA GRM Tools Atelier

video upload by Stephano Gavilanes

"Second exploration with INA GRM Tools 'Atelier' modular music platform. Sounds were processed and manipulated in Atelier, composition and sequencing done as 8 channels in Logic Pro X.

Original audio samples recorded with miscellaneous objects at home, a couple of synths and an organ.

Hope you enjoy it!🤙🏼

Music composed and recorded by Stephano Gavilanes.© Copyright 2025. All rights reserved."

Minuit SOLSTICE

video upload by DATABROTH

"Read my full review here: https://www.databroth.com/blog/solsti..."

00:00 Wavetables
01:43 Foley
03:30 Piano
04:18 Glitch

Turn any sample into an explorable landscape.

Solstice makes any sample into a unique, playable map, revealing hidden textures within your sounds. Made with ambient, experimental, and aleatoric music in mind, but versatile enough for any genre.

60 factory samples + 65 factory presets

Solstice comes with factory samples and presets, categorized and tagged. Filter by mode, style, or favorites. Every preset remembers its exact map position, ready to play.

Import your own samples

Drop your own samples in Solstice to generate their unique geography. Bright textures find their neighbours, transients drift to the edges, sustained tones form dense regions. Every imported sample is stored in user library and instantly accessible.

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Harmonium VST FREE With Crow Hill VAULTS

video upload by CROW HILL

"With Theo off on hols this week Christian opens the lid on one of his favourite instruments, The Harmonium. Think Penguin Cafe Orchestra, think Jon Brion, think a leading (albeit inanimate) character in Punch Drunk Love."

Press release follows:

The Crow Hill Company announces availability of VAULTS - HARMONIUM, bringing bellows to DAWs as latest free VI abiding by its Make Music, Your Music motto

EDINBURGH, UK: The Crow Hill Company is proud to announce availability of VAULTS - HARMONIUM — bringing bellows to DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) as its latest free VI (Virtual Instrument) monthly drop, allowing anyone to experience the timbral complexities and harmonic layers of its gorgeous and, some might say, quaint instrument namesake for the rest of their lives, abiding, as always, by the Edinburgh-based enterprise creators’ collective Make Music, Your Music motto — as of October 24…

Its iconic appearance in Director/Writer Paul Thomas Anderson’s 2002-released dark romantic comedy Punch: Drunk Love — look it up! — may make many think of the harmonium in a certain way. What is certain, though, is that the small free-reed organ was patented way before, back in 1842 by Frenchman Alexandre Debain. By being smaller and less expensive than traditional pipe organs, it quickly became popular through Europe, India, Africa, and the southern United States. Travelling through the north of the UK, harmoniums can still be found tucked away in the corners of many recording studios. Saying that, those that are there are not just set dressing; after all, the harmonium captured the hearts of artists such as The Beatles, Supertramp, Penguin Cafe Orchestra, and Tori Amos, all of whom featured it in their music.

Making music with a harmonium is easier said than done, however, since the instrument in question generates sound by pumping air — using two foot-operated pedals joined to a mechanism that operates a bellows or by pushing and pulling a handle joined to the bellows back and forth with one hand — past a thin piece of metal in a frame and making it vibrate. Vibrations then resonate through the harmonium’s wooden body, thereby producing the distinctive, church-like sound. Thankfully, The Crow Hill Company has succeeded in capturing this sound to produce VAULTS - HARMONIUM, making it much easier for many more appreciative sound-seekers to experience its musical magic.

Composer Christian Henson — original founder of The Crow Hill Company — freely admits to being a big fan: “It’s got to be one of my favourite instruments. It can bring a simplicity to music — dare I say it, a quaintness, but because of its timbral complexities, it’s also massively expressive.”

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Arturia & GForce Software Vintage Synth Emulation Plugins

video upload by Mamotreco

"A vibey vintage synth jam played on Ableton Push 2 using the following plugins from Arturia and G-Force Software:

Arturia CS80 V4
Arturia JP-8 V4
Arturia MELLO-FI
GForce Software OB-E
-GForce Software OB-X

Video shot on Fujifilm X-T4 in F-LOG and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 in D-LOG M and heavily graded in Dehancer."

Tech House Bass for Serum 2

video upload by NatLife Sounds

"Product Link: https://natlifesounds.com/product/tec...

NatLife Sounds proudly presents the first soundbank by the talented Tech House producer – VVOKAA.

It’s a Tech House Bass soundset for Serum 2!

Tech House Bass for Serum 2 delivers 40 high-quality and powerful bass presets inspired by the biggest global hits of the Tech House scene.
This pack will help you expand your sonic palette and bring a fresh dimension to your music. These ready-to-use bass presets will perfectly complement your creativity and add groove, energy, and drive to your tracks.

Inside the pack you’ll find:

40 Xfer Serum 2 Bass Presets

Designed for Tech House, Bass House, and Groove styles

The soundbank is available exclusively on NatLife Sounds."

Excite Audio: MOTION FRACTAL

video upload by DATABROTH

"Read my full review here: https://www.databroth.com/blog/motion...



check out my wavetables and presets at https://gumroad.com/databroth
join my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/databroth"

00:00 Pluck
00:50 Piano
01:50 Synth
02:30 Pad

And via Plugin Boutique:

Motion: Fractal by Excite Audio

video upload by Plugin Boutique

"Motion: Fractal unleashes endless motion, texture, and modern sonic transformation through dual granular engines, a reactive trance gate, and stutter-repeat effects.

Whether you're crafting fractured beats, shimmering ambience, or glitched-out sequences, Fractal makes it musical, immediate, and deeply customisable.

What can Motion: Fractal Do?

Enhance static sounds with mesmerising granular textures.

Sculpt hypnotic, pulsating rhythms with an intuitive trance gate.

Trigger engaging, glitchy repetitions with flexible stutter repeats.

Control parameters with your cursor for mind-bending sound design.

Discover endless possibilities with flexible effects routing.

Bring modulation to life through an immersive, reactive 3D visualisation."