Oberheim is Back!

video upload by Oberheim Official

"You heard that right: Oberheim is back. And a new chapter is about to begin.

Brought to you by Tom Oberheim, former Oberheim engineers Marcus Ryle (co-founder of Line 6/co-creator of the ADAT) and Tony Karavidas, with Sequential’s Dave Smith and his team.

Visit oberheim.com to sign up for updates on what’s in the works.

And get ready to party like it’s 2099.

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Video Cast: Tom Oberheim, Marcus Ryle, Dave Smith, and Tony Karavidas.
Music by Julian (J3PO) Pollack"

Why this matters: in case it's not obvious, the Oberheim brand and lineage is back with the rightful owner. Moog was first, followed by Sequential, and now Oberheim. Bob Moog did business as Big Briar until he managed to secure the Moog name back. Dave Smith did business as Dave Smith Instruments until acquiring the Sequential name back. And Tom Oberheim did business as Tom Oberheim.com, until now. He now has the rights to the Oberheim brand and has the support of others to build new Oberheim products. We now have the original Moog, Sequential, and Oberheim brands back with the original legacy.

P.S. Nice coasters!

P.P.S. Curious what synth we are hearing in the trailer... :)

Update: Looks like it is indeed a new Oberheim. via @iamj3po:

"If you know me, you know how much I love synths. I could not be happier than to help announce that OBERHEIM HAS OFFICIALLY COME BACK!!! I’ve had the great pleasure and honor to work with them on the new secret sauce that will be coming out 😉 and if you want to hear it…well I composed the music for this little video, and I did the whole thing with the new instrument (except for the kick and snare, which are Oberheim DMX samples). If you like synths, and especially if you like Oberheim…this should make your day! Be sure to follow the new Oberheim IG page @oberheim_electronics … more soon ❤️"

This one was spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child.

Smaller on the Inside! Music Studio Rebuild: A Look at My Latest Setup - Synths, Doctor Who, & More!

video upload by Robert Saint John

"It's my Holiday Special! I have some significant changes coming in the new year, so it was a good time to completely reorganize my studio office. This video is for you if:

- You like gear videos with lots of self-indulgent talking and no music
- You love Doctor Who and sci-fi toys as much as synthesizers, if not more
- You're curious about what gear I have other than my JUPITERs
- You want to see how *not* to acoustically treat a music studio
- You like to count how many times I say 'Ummm...'


Happy Holidays from this studio to yours, and may all of us have a very Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous 2022! ~Robert"

ARP Director's Chair

via @RetroSynthAds after seeing the Oberheim Director's Chair.

It was featured in the ARP Software and Accessory Catalog from 1977 captured here on Retro Synth Ads.

Prices under the Et Cetera section:

ARP T-Shirt ET-01 $5.25

ARP Case Sticker ET-02 $1.00

ARP Window Decal ET-03 $1.00

ARP Director's Chair ET-04 $40.00

Oberheim Director's Chair

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via this auction

"Great shape. It's from Oberheim offices in the 80's"

Limited Edition Roland Juno 60 Synth Lapel Pin

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via this auction

"2" inch enamel pin modeled after the Roland Juno 60 by audio relics

High DETAILS on Pin."

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OFFICIAL 80s SEQUENTIAL CIRCUITS & ARP SYNTHESIZER TOUR JACKETS

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via Tone Tweakers on eBay, and Reverb

"Here's a incredibly rare piece of Sequential Circuits memorabilia that we've never seen offered for sale anywhere. We got this a while ago from someone who worked for Sequential Circuits back in the day.

This item is unused, new old stock (!).

We googled this to see if we could find any reference to it and we couldn't, so we suspect they made very very few of them. Over 40 years later, we imagine most of them are long gone, and any surviving examples, if there are any, would be in poor condition.

As of writing this, we have 2 others available (search our website for jacket). We realize our asking price may seem quite high for a jacket, but, as mentioned, these jackets are pieces of vintage synth memorabilia and are the only ones of their kind we've ever seen in decades, and we've seen it all. Plus, there are some very serious collectors out there, and this is quite an interesting piece. If it doesn't sell soon, we may gradually lower the price, so if you're interested but don't want to pay our asking price, please let us know."

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Holiday Gift Guide : Stocking Stuffers for Synthesists and Studio Socialites !

video upload by Perfect Circuit

"Our Pal Wes shows off some of our favorite small gifts for synthesists, studio folks, musicians, and enthusiasts!

Check out our full list of stocking stuffers here : https://bit.ly/3okB1cZ

Highlighting some of our favorite small tools, utilities, doodads and gizmos that we think would make great gifts for the synthesist in you life. From books to mugs, tiny portable synths and everything in between, we hope this video will help give you some ideas if you need them ;)

Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Tik Tok : @perfect_circuit

Check out our shop www.perfectcircuit.com or come by our Burbank showroom!"

New York School of Synthesis - Synth Ts & Coffee Mugs

You can order them here.

"New York School of Synthesis T-Shirts in both black and white (sizes: S, M, L, XL) ready to ship all over the planet in plenty of time for the upcoming Holidays. And if you're looking for something different to get for your favorite synthesist (including yourself) we've got a hearty stock of New York School of Synthesis Coffee Mugs. They're the perfect solution for recovering from those late-night synth sessions, wrestling with wayward waveforms and fickle filters, with a steaming cuppa liquid caffein (or hot-chocolate or tea, if that's how your roll). You'll be the envy of all your friends, when out and about, sporting one of these fine NYSS T-Shirts (in black or white). Place your order's now and they'll ship in plenty of time for the upcoming holidays."

And don't miss the videos posted here back in 2012. The T was also featured in a couple of videos here and here.

Be sure to check out Dean Friedman's latest at http://www.deanfriedman.com.

Framed Casio CZ-101 Keyboard synthesizer & Memorabilia Signed By Geoge Duke

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"Framed Casio CZ-101 Keyboard synthesizer & Memorabilia Signed By Geoge Duke.good conditions probably has light wear and scratches,the white signed and words on Casio CZ-101 is over previous red thin marker also has another Signed black? or red? marker not to visible.see all pictures for more details and conditions,not include power cord.frame measurements: 35" X 32 1/2" X 4 1/4""

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EDP Wasp 25-Key Analog Synthesizer w/ T-Shirt & Manual/l=Leaflet

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via this auction

"A rare and quirky machine for sure. Esoteric, sought-after (now!) and very much its own thing.This unit is in almost MINT condition. The distinctive design has helped make this a classic...dual oscillation and capacitive membrane keyboard! The sounds are a bit mad once you get your head around the operation. Works off 'C' batteries or a dc supply (9volt 1amp recommended)(I did have a psu but had to use it for another machine). Just come back from service by Kent Spong (keyboard tech genius). If you want a collectable - and/or some really interesting sounds to play - this is it. Comes with user manual/leaflet and a t-shirt!"

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Touch me, Feel me * JolinLab * SuperBooth 21

video upload by GetJervis

"A warm welcome from the team at Jolin Lab. Mihaela has been working hard on making gifts for visitors, whilst Federico shows off his new modules Watch as he gives us a little taste!"

https://www.jolinlab.com/

Roland MC-500 Micro Composer With Original Black Roland Branded Briefcase Carrying Case

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via this auction

This one was spotted and sent in via M Me.

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Soma Lyra-8 In The Wild!!

video upload by damon ramirez

"This is a spontaneous live improv performance in Ocean Park Beach, Santa Monica CA. And using the Meris Mercury7 as ambiance."

Roland Celebrates 909 Day with New Special Edition Jacket, Headphones, Hats, Shoes & Fashion Pics

On the heels of 808Day's Streetwear, Roland is releasing some 909Day items. Details follow:

"As part of Roland's 909 Day 2021 celebration, the instrument manufacturer has released a special edition TR-909 Jacket in honor of the legendary TR-909 Rhythm Composer drum machine.

In addition to the TR-909 Jacket, Roland has also collaborated with BPM Supreme on a special apparel collection with TR-909 legacy-inspired hats, t-shirts and hoodies featuring Roland's signature branding and colors, and BPM Supreme logo.

Pricing & Availability
Both the 909 Day 2021 TR-909 Jacket and Roland X BPM Supreme apparel collection are available today exclusively through the online Roland Lifestyle Shop, while supplies last.

Roland TR-909 Jacket: $499.09
Roland 909 X BPM Pullover Hoodie: $69.95
Roland 909 X BPM T-Shirt: $32.95
Roland 909 X BPM Snapback Hat: $40"

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WALDORF The Synthesizer Company Knapsack / Backpack

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via this auction

This one was spotted and sent in via M Me.

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DX5 Playing Talk Talk "It's my Life"

video upload by DX5

Cool shirt! :)

Gear used:
Roland JX-8P
Emu Emax 1 (containing samples from the Arturia Jupiter 8 and KORG DW8000, among others).
Kurzweil PC1x
Backtrack previously recorded by me, track by track, on Pro Tools.

Original song composed by Tim Friese-Greene / Mark Hollis.
Performed here by DX5 Jose Maria Bara.

Gold Plated Roland TR-909 SN 370785

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via this auction

That's some synth bling right there.

This one was spotted and sent in via
M Me.

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Roland TR-808 Cookies

via @RetroSynthAds

"Nothing says "TR-808 drum machines are awesome" better than eating the TR-808 cookies Michelle got made for me, while looking up at our lovely 808 artwork. Best. 808. Day. Ever. #808day"

Roland Celebrates 808 Day 2021 with Free Beats and Limited-Edition Streetwear

video upload by Roland Cloud

"As part of Roland’s 808 Day 2021 celebration, the instrument manufacturer is giving users a test drive of the TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer, the only official TR-808 plugin, for the month of August. Using proprietary Analog Circuit Behavior technology, Roland recreated the original analog circuits, so tracks have that classic boom, snap, and sizzle – no desk space required. Free with a Roland Account (no membership required*), aspiring artists can add the classic TR-808 sounds to their music right in their DAW.

*Test Drive is a time-based activation of the TR-808 instrument. After August 31st, access to the TR-808 will only be available as a Lifetime Key purchase or in Pro or Ultimate memberships."

"The hottest music merch of the summer has arrived. For those who prefer to wear their TR-808 love on their sleeve (or back), Roland Lifestyle is releasing limited-edition 808 Day 2021 Bomber Jackets starting at 8:08 A.M. PDT on August 8, 2021. Designed and manufactured in Los Angeles, the unique handmade jackets feature rich satin and heavy embroidery with TR-808 inspired elements. Only 88 of the custom jackets will be available to purchase, and each will be numbered for authenticity.

The 808 Day 2021 Bomber Jacket will be available from the Roland Lifestyle website on August 8, 2021, starting at 8:08 A.M. PDT for $808 while supplies last."

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Make Noise "Sounds Unfound" T-Shirt

via @makenoisemusic

Our new "Sounds Unfound" t-shirt is here for the summer!

With inspiration running deep in this design, we hope that this shirt will inspire your Summer patches.

For more info and to order yours, head to: http://makenoisemusic.com/adjuncts#1