Brochure spotted by Andrew Ward at the Synclavier booth at this weekend's London Synth & Pedal Expo.
Visible text from the brochure:
"For over four decades, Synclavior hos defined the pinnacle of digital audio innovation, shaping music history.
Today, we merge our legendary sound with modern technology, delivering tools that empower creators to push sonic boundaries.
INTRODUCING THE SYNCLAVIER ORK II KEYBOARD The ORK Il is envisioned as a groundbreaking instrument that builds on the acclaimed capabilities of Synclavier Il and Regen. Designed for professional musicians, producers, and sound designers, this keyboard fuses cutting-edge technology with legendary Synclavier sound quality to deliver an unparalleled creative tool.
Core Features at a Glance Synclavier Heritage, Expanded Power Enjoy all the features that made the Synclavier Il and Regen revolutionary, now enhanced with even greater flexibility and control. The ORK II combines iconic additive and FM synthesis with subtractive synthesis and intuitive hands-on performance controls.
Next-Level DSP Effects Suite Transform your sound with a curated set of premium DSP effects, including: Reverb: Create lush, immersive soundscapes. Delay: Add rhythmic echoes and intricate time-based effects Modulation Effects: Enhance your tones with..."
"Here is my knobs & nerds interview from 10.01.2025 with Reinhold Heil. He shared great and exciting insights from his live and studio history and I learned a lot about his equipment from that time. I hope you enjoy the episode as much as I did.
Thanks again to Reinhold for his time and kindness.
"We talk with Michael Glanton of Synclavier about the Regen, a new version of the legendary Synclavier synthesizer that expands on the original with 12 voices of additive frame synthesis, a new subtractive synthesis engine, filters and effects. We also chat with Cameron Jones, the creator of the original Synclavier as well as the mastermind behind the new versions like the Regen, the Arturia Synclavier V, etc.
"From professional sound designer Matia Simovich (Akai Pro, Roland, Sequential/Oberheim…) comes the latest sample library for the entire Akai MPC product range. Synclav Linndrum is a comprehensive 64 pad sample set of the legendary Linndrum drum machine sampled directly into a 1986 Synclavier PSMT sampling workstation.
The Synclavier features a discrete milspec A/D converter that samples at up to 100 kHz / 16 bit complete with an analog front end. The Linndrum was hooked up directly to this converter and all stock sounds, as well as additional Linn eproms (including the Tears for Fears Bell and Triangle eproms) were sampled directly to the Synclavier. Though the Synclavier saves audio files in a native format, this system is equipped with Synclavier3 software which allows for a direct conversion to wav files. No post processing was done on these samples and because the initial sampling was performed at 96 kHz / 16 bits, no additional dithering or sample rate conversion was used. As such, the resulting sound is the unmistakable extra large and punchy “vibe” of the Synclavier (a vibe that makes any sound recording the best it can be) imparted onto a complete Linndrum kit, directly off of the Synclavier hard disk.
While this library is formatted for the Akai MPC range, the samples themselves are 96 kHz / 16 bit mono wav files that can be loaded into any sampler such as Ableton Live drum rack, Logic Pro, or hardware samplers that can read wav files. For MPC users, 1 kit with sensical assignments of all samples (including mute groups) is included. This is an instant download."
"Join keyboard legend Greg Phillinganes and me in this special video, as we dive deep into the 7 distinctive bass parts on Michael Jackson’s "Thriller"! Together, we'll deconstruct all the unique bass lines, showcase Greg's incredible artistry and share behind-the-scenes insights into the song's groundbreaking arrangement by Rod Temperton....with some silly sidebars by Greg along the way.
In this video, you’ll discover:
Greg’s approach to adding fills and interpreting songs when perfroming.
Lessons learned from working with Stevie Wonder.
The creative process behind Rod's arrangement
How to play these parts on classic synths
From the growling 'Verse Sustain Bass' to the gothic 'Pipe Organ Bass Pedal' and the funky 'Froggy Bass,' every detail is explored in this masterclass in keyboard performance and arrangement. Plus, experience the full song to hear how it all comes together at the end.
We made this video together with love to pass along our knowledge to you. We hope you enjoy it!"
Step into music history with this one-of-a-kind educational deep dive into the making of Michael Jackson's iconic hit, "Thriller". Join me with legendary keyboardist Greg Phillinganes, guitarist Tariqh Akoni and a special horn section as we meticulously re-create the instrumental track and relive the experience of being in the room at the inception of this groundbreaking song.
The creation of "Thriller" was a masterclass in collaboration, uniting Michael Jackson's unparalleled vocal artistry, Rod Temperton's masterful songwriting and arranging, Quincy Jones' visionary production and casting of world class musicians and Bruce Swedien's groundbreaking engineering. Each played a vital role in pushing the boundaries of pop music as they transformed many big ideas into a cohesive work of art.
Designed for musicians, producers, and music history enthusiasts, this video immerses you in the experience of being in the room, watching the parts come to life, as the iconic record was created. It's a track-by-track exploration of the music, highlighting the incredible attention to detail required to honor the original session that brought together the unparalleled talents of Michael, Quincy, Rod and Bruce.
Using many of the same instruments and equipment that appeared on the original recording, we reconstruct the song’s intricate layers, recording and mix to our best precision and authenticity. We hope this journey allows you to feel the love, joy, and creative spirit that filled the room during the making of this timeless masterpiece.
"Thriller" Relived Production Produced by Anthony Marinelli Produced, Directed & Edited by Dante Marinelli Recorded & Mixed by Ben Rachlis David Alfonso - Music Preparation
"Thriller" Relived Performers Rhodes Piano and Synthesizers: Greg Phillinganes Synth Programming & Additional Synthesizers: Anthony Marinelli Guitar: Tariqh Akoni Trombone: Ryan Porter Tenor Saxophone: Sean Sanderegger Trumpet: Josef Leimberg
"Thriller" Original Team Lead and Background Vocals: Michael Jackson Songwriter: Rod Temperton Producer: Quincy Jones Synthesizers: Rod Temperton and Brian Banks Rhodes Piano and Synthesizers: Greg Phillinganes Synthesizer Programming: Anthony Marinelli Guitar: David Williams Trumpets and Flugelhorns: Jerry Hey and Gary Grant Saxophone and Flute: Larry Williams Trombone: Bill Reichenbach Horn Arrangement: Jerry Hey Vocal, Rhythm, and Synthesizer Arrangements: Rod Temperton Effects: Bruce Cannon and Bruce Swedien Voice-Over: Vincent Price Additional Recording: Matt Forger"
"The specifications listed below (on either system) are based on either the first hand knowledge of Mitch Marcoulier on PSMT Tower #1 and/or his review of pictures supplied from me to Mitch on PSMT Tower #2 and I cannot be held responsible for misclassification and/or any errors in his assessment of these two machines (which I highly doubt..). Both VPK Keyboards power on and have flight cases but their foam needs to be replaced.
"Not what I wanted to happen, but here is a garage sale of two classic NED Synclaviers. Both are sold as seen, but in generally very good cosmetic condition, and believed complete. They come with huge amounts of literature, disk drives, cabling and peripherals. The cabling will need a lot of sorting - and it's possible some of it doesn't belong to these machines, and that not all cables are present. 1.) Believed to be a PSMT 3200, with beautiful VP/K keyboard as used on the T8. Stacked full of circuit-boards, so believed to be a pretty high-spec version. Classic synth / sampler imported to the UK about 20 years ago from a west coast USA studio. It arrived safely (not cheaply) in its very solid flightcases, but then disaster struck. I plugged the keyboard in, and switched it on - not realising that the 110V box I had used was only a 110V extension, not a 240-110V transformer. Result: a damaged power supply. Two 550-mile round trips to Tony Allgood solved that and made the V/PK good again, but by that time the rest of the system was in storage. So the V/PK was put into its flightcase too, and left for all these years. 2.) Synclavier II, with ORK keyboard. This was serviced by Hideaway several years ago, and tested working with a donor board from another machine. I was given the task of ordering a replacement board, and have failed to do it. 3.) HOP box and DO-1 interface - a diagnostic tool originally for the Synclavier I but apparently should work with the Synclavier II and PSMT. Please see the photos for what you will receive (there are probably a lot more disks, manuals etc not photographed). Some manuals may have suffered a bit from damp storage. Most of the NED items have their original flightcases, and the other items - Macintosh, printer, cables, literature, disks - will all be packed very well. The whole lot will require packing on two pallets (150GBP) unless everything can be delivered or collected by hand."
"Join us in this fascinating excerpt into the mind of Cameron Jones, co-inventor of the revolutionary Synclavier! Discover the innovative spirit and groundbreaking techniques behind this iconic instrument that transformed the music industry. From concept to creation, Cameron shares his journey of blending technology and artistry, reshaping how we experience sound. Don’t miss this chance to explore the magic of the Synclavier and the visionary who brought it to life!"
"Step into the world of the Synclavier - the revolutionary instrument that forever changed how music and sound are created. Join me and tech expert Rob Rosen as we explore the visionary genius work and life story of Cameron Jones, co-inventor of the Synclavier. This incredible instrument redefined music production with its groundbreaking capabilities, high-res sampling to precise event editing, transforming the workflow for engineers, producers and filmmakers. Discover how the Synclavier altered the course of music history with its lasting impact on how composers could write music and what they co do with quick access to mind-blowing sounds. You'll also find out what Cameron sees for the future of music creation, expression, music tech and AI. This video is a must-watch for musicians, music lovers, inventors, tech enthusiasts...anyone with a dream!
00:00 - The Future is Now
01:08 - Video Intro
02:14 - How The Synclavier Change Music
09:39 - Early Days of Electronics
18:51 - N.E.D. The Digital Music Revolution Begins
33:06 - Selling a Dream
38:37 - Fearless Design
43:39 - Mainstream Success
51:05 - Iconic Design
1:04:57 - Synclavier Rises Again
1:09:23 - The Power of Digital
1:21:33 - Epilogue"
"2 synthesizers 1 controller keyboard // a beautiful stack of synth tones. Emulator III provides the lad component while the Prophet 10 provides the higher resonant synth lead."
"Dive deep into the world of synthesis with the Synclavier Regen! This isn't just any synth; it's a revival of a legendary brand that shaped the sound of music.
We unbox and explore the Regen, a digital FM powerhouse packed with the DNA of the iconic Synclavier II.
From Frank Zappa to The Church, this synth has left its mark on countless classics. Discover how additive and subtractive synthesis blend together to create otherworldly sounds.
We'll show you how to harness the power of 24 harmonics, create massive super saws, and explore the vast library of presets and samples.
Watch as we craft an entire song using only the Regen, from drums to bass, strings, and everything in between.
This is a must-watch for synth enthusiasts, sound designers, and anyone curious about the history of electronic music."
"Complete system, optimized for midi. Did not have VPK keyboard.
Has tons of spares, complete spare set of computer bin cards, updated hard drive, FULL set of bound manuals. Serial to usb connector and minimac with TermulatorX software. You will need to register and buy the license dongle. No comp keyboard or monitor, was used with a KVM switch from my workstation.
Vintage monster synth, always needs prodding and poking but sounds godly when it works."
"For over four decades, Synclavior hos defined the pinnacle of digital audio innovation, shaping music history.
