Mystery Synth in Norwegian Vintage Synthesizer 70's and 80's Dreams Full Album

video upload by Kaj Roger Willumsen

This one was spotted and sent in via Ivan Trajkovic aka dejayiwan. Note the video is from 11 years ago so not AI. Could be a render for a soft synth or other though. Could be DIY, but note the touch panel or screen. According to the YouTube comments "Picture is only for cover. Not sure which synth it is. Will try to find out." There was no follow-up that I could find after that aside from mention the album itself mainly features Arturia. You can find a list of hardware synths and some harware synth spotting in this previous post featuring Dreamland. If you know what that blue synth above is, feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of this post, or send email to matrixsynth at gmail.com and I'll update the post with anything definitive. BTW, you can find additonal Mystery Synths via the Mystery Synths label here. There have only been 23 including this one, to date, since 2005. Update: answer in the comments of this post below. That was quick.

Here's the video description for the above:

"Norwegian Vintage Synthesizer 70's and 80's

Is now available on.

https://itunes.apple.com//artist/kaj-...

Spotify: https://play.spotify.com/artist/2MO67...

Some songs are made for Norwegian television documentary.

1.Dreamland----- 0:00
2.Saltfjellet ----- 4:32
3.80's movement -- 7:06
4.Nordlandsbanen- 10:31
5.Voyager 2--------- 14:31
6.Dolphins song---- 18:00
7.Kepler Telescope--21:53
8.Deep Impact------ 26:09
9.Reisen--------------- 29:15
10.Mariner 2----------33:40
11.Mars------------ 38:00
12.Venus------------- 40:49
13.Supernova----- 45:20
14.Tones Comforder--49:25
15.Jupiter------------ 52:40
16.Home--------------- 57:34
17.Back to 80 century- 1:01:14
18.We fly out of place--1:05:10
19.Minded Traveling--- 1:08:00"

Tonverk 1.1.0 OS Upgrade Adds Grainer Granular Engine

video upload by Elektron

Grainer Tutorial // Granular on Tonverk with OS 1.1.0

video upload by Elektron

"Dive into Tonverk's new granular machine, Grainer, with this thorough tutorial from Risa T. OS 1.1.0 introduces this playful tool - alongside a host of fixes and improvements - letting you break your sample into the tiniest grains and reassemble it into new textures, strange rhythms, or continuous, evolving tones. Risa explores Grainer's parameters, as they easily open the door to wide-ranging soundscapes, shaped slowly or dialled in almost instantly, and puts together some sweet musical demonstrations via the machine's different Play Modes.

Find out more about Tonverk 1.1.0: https://bit.ly/4iqvVGK"

Update: user videos:

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ERICA SYNTHS HEXDRUMS 03 // LØSTLVLS

video upload by LØSTLVLS

"My Hexdrums arrived a couple of days ago, and it's been great to get to know it away from the hustle and bustle of Machina Bristronica!

In this video you will hear two custom samples on the Crash and Ride (Cymbals) channel - an open hat and a clap. I find adding custom samples to this device really helps it cut through, and works great when layering them with the internal voices.

Check out my samples on Bandcamp - loads of vintage and modern drum machines and more, all samples ethically-sourced and locally-grown here in the lab in Bristol, UK: https://lostlvls.bandcamp.com/"

Update:

ERICA SYNTHS HEXDRUMS 04 // LØSTLVLS

video upload by LØSTLVLS

"Another little jam on the HexDrums - this time another two user samples, the open hat and clap from the TR-909. Classic sounds mixed in with the Hexinverter modules timbres."

WMD CLUTCH - Hi Hat Percussion Eurorack Module - In Depth Overview

video upload by WMDevices

As always, check with dealers on the right for pricing and availability.

"The long-awaited Clutch module is a dual sample player built specifically for creating dynamic, expressive hi-hat sounds through an immediately playable interface.

With two layers of samples, Clutch lets you blend dependable “bread-and-butter” built in hits with a massive library of sample pairs hosted on a memory card. The controls for the card based samples are always accessible and intuitively arranged, making it easy to dial in sounds quickly during performance or patching. And yes, you can load your own samples!

In this video, Alex goes through the module from top to bottom, demoing all of the controls and features Clutch has to offer. Starting with the connections, and ending with a jam using CV modulation, the built-in FX, and feel control to create a super unique groove in a matter of minutes. Clutch is a tool for creating the best quality and unique hihat and auxilliary percussion to your modular jams in a fun and intuitive way.

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:10 - Quick overview
01:10 - Trigger inputs, mono output
03:20 - Surface A banks walk-through
06:24 - Pitch A
06:40 - Release
06:57 - A/B Blend
07:14 - Assignable knobs
10:30 - Effects Mode
14:00 - Feel Control
15:30 - CV Control / Jam Time

WMD designs electronic hardware for musicians longing for a balance of precision and exploration. Our quality control is the absolute finest, with service to match."

Update:

Performable, musical & “produced” sounding modular hi hats // CLUTCH from WMD

video upload by DivKid

"Here we have the eagerly anticipated CLUTCH from WMD. It's a dual layer, closed and open hi hat module based around the playback of samples. With 'samples' said ... you can swap them and turn this into a percussive sample player for non hi hats too - which we do in the video. There's built in FX, seriously impressive 'feel' and dynamics controls that are incredibly musical incredibly easily and a whole host of features to layer sounds, sit them in a mix and to perform with them."

Timestamps:

00:00 Hello & previews

01:35 What is Clutch?

02:43 Detailed feature run

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Tower Of Power #1 - Elka Solist 505 MIDI RACK conversion

video upload by R.O.T. Studios

"I'm going to hell for my sins, but first I'm converting this vintage Italian synth into a rack module, with MIDI control!"

Tower Of Power #2 - the Yamaha E-70 rack conversion

video upload by R.O.T. Studios

"This took 3 full days and was a LOT of work for the both of us... But I'm incredibly happy with the result!"

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"

SONICWARE Meets Waldorf — The ELZ_1 play V2 Is Here

video upload by SONICWARE

ELZ_1 play V2 [Preset Jam by Yu Endo]
video upload by SONICWARE

User videos:


Playlist: (you can use the player controls to skip around)

1. ELZ_1 play V2 (version 2.0) Quick Guide - Waldorf Wavetables, Layering, New Effects + More - ChrisLody
2. Wavetables, Layers & Total Transformation // Sonicware ELZ-1 Play Just Went PRO - Starsky Carr
3. NEW SONICWARE ELZ_1 play V2 synth!! (WALDORF wavetables and 18 engines) - sound demos - FutureMusic.es

via SONICWARE

"Pack. Play. Perform.

Wavetable power, to go

We are accepting preorders for shipment in mid-November.

V2 Launch Edition with Special Case (limited to the first 300 units)

Sound – Power – Portability

■ Wavetable × Layer Mode
Spark experimentation, and transform sound beyond limits.
Featuring Original Waldorf Wavetables!

■ Creative Arsenal
18 distinctive synth engines, 48 diverse effects, a flexible 4-track looper, and a sequencer for limitless sound creation.

■ Carry Your Creativity
From spark to sound everywhere you go."

The Florian Schneider Collection to Be Auctioned at JULIEN*S November 19

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via JULIEN*S

"THE FLORIAN SCHNEIDER COLLECTION

Auction to be held at Musician's Hall of Fame & Museum, Nashville, on November 19

An incredible collection of more than 450 artifacts from the life and career of Florian Schneider, co-founder of the pioneer electronic band Kraftwerk."

Pics and videos featuring some of the gear below, and his Lederhosen for good measure (thanks greg!).

Update: the post has been fully updated with all the synth related gear. This may just well be the longest post to be featured on the site. I wanted to capture all the pics for all of the details including notes, scuffs, and of course serial numbers. It's an interesting look into what he used, the condition he keped his gear, in some cases, how he actually used his gear. Note the phonetics on the keys of the Casio CZ-101 and DX-100. Note the Midi Switch Box with a built-in speaker? What's that about? Note the camouflage key strap on the Korg RK-100 Remote Keyboard. Did he pick it out himself or did the keytar just come with it? Note the repeat midi controllers and the MIDI saxaphones. Wind was his primary instrument. You'll find a ton of the acoustic gear he used in the other listings. This is a fascinating insight into both what and how he used his gear.

Side note: there is no affiliate compensation for this post. The note at the top automatically shows for all posts with the Auction label.


Rack Mount Sennheiser VSM-201 Vocoder

Starting Bid $5,000

Estimate $20,000 - $40,000 USD

A late 1970s Sennheiser VSM 201 Vocoder with no serial number from the personal studio and collection of Florian Schneider of Kraftwerk (see images). While it’s said that only a few dozen of these Vocoders were produced, a few examples made it into the hands of forward-thinking musical artists including Herbie Hancock, Daft Punk, and of course, Kraftwerk, who used a VSM-201 like this on their albums Man Machine (1978) and Computerworld (1981). The VSM-201 has an intelligible sound that has not yet been bested by modern gear. Includes power cable. This VSM-201 has been removed from its wooden enclosure (which bears the serial number plate) and modified with a metal rack mount casing, presumably for live use. Requires 240v, IEC power cable not included.

Dimensions: 19 x 9 x 9 inches

Category: Kraftwerk, Equipment

Provenance: PROVENANCE From the Estate of Florian Schneider

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X1L3 - THE WRETCHED - circuit bent drum machine - eurorack module - final rev test

video upload by X1L3

"Testing the first complete unit of the first build run.
Placed in my rig as my personal unit to replace the solder bridged and wires around the back mess that i used for fault finding and tweaking that's lived in my rig for over a year.

No frills demo cycle - just the machine lazily cruising along doing a good impression of a circuit bent Yamaha DD drum machine without using the resonant filter and ruiner sections that were a part of my old circuit bending works. Using those things are where you can really go dark and mess things up, but you don't necessarily need them to do the whole 90s drum rompler bent thing.

You could probably do a lot worse than use this as your go to circuit bent drum machine, but to use it as your main driver in a track is i think a matter of taste. If you don't mind your drums sounding like they're done on an Amiga tracker, which i don't, then it works. If fidelity is your thing i'd probably pair it up with something a bit more hifi to pin down the 8 bit cronch.

Anyone familiar with a circuit bent and midi retrofitted Yamaha DD will know how close this thing is at recreating the sound of one. Except it does what they do better, with more control, more finesse, and without the annoying toy footprint of one of those machines. A circuit bent Yamaha DD14 was used heavily in the creation of what this module has become.

I'd go head to head with a flag ship bent TR505/707 with this thing and feel pretty confident in coming out the other side on top. It takes all that is good about a bent drum machine and leaves behind the compromise that's often inherent to them.

Will be released when the Alleykat SID module is complete. Alleykat, the AY/YM chip module and this will all come out at the same time. I'm taking time out to have a break and chill before i put these new machines out there."

Update:

X1L3 - THE WRETCHED - circuit bent drum machine - cat rom

video upload by X1L3

Custom Gold Plated Yamaha DX7

video upload by 마스터뮤직_MasterMusic

Wait for it.

This one was spotted and sent in via supporting member Ivan Trajkovic aka dejayiwan.

Update: looks like the artist is french producer Dabeull. He definitely likes the DX7:

Dabeull - 'DX7' Song of the Week

video upload by Cynical Music

Hans Zimmer Next Level Giorgio III Monumental 5U Modular System

Hans Zimmer 2025 - Batman Dark Knight - Opening - Cologne / Köln - Next Level Live

video upload by C3|Nik

Pics and details below. First the video description:

"Some thoughts regarding the "Hans Zimmer - The Next Level" concert:

Amazing! Amazing! AMAZING!

I went to all shows of Hans Zimmer, some I've seen even multiple times. The sound quality of "Next Level" blew them all out of the water. It was louder, it was more intense, really top notch sound engineering. That part at 5:50 in the video was extremely intense, I have never experienced that kind of bass before. I sat close to the front, there was a line of subwoofers right in front of me, I would not be surprised if that part causes some anxiety for people, that's how intense it was.

Some pieces were re-arranged which was an interesting touch, it added a nice new dimension to it.

I can recommend it. It is expensive but a one-of-a-kind experience in my opinion."

Update: SynTesla video below added.

GIORGIO III, Hans Zimmer's monumental synthesiser manufactured by SynTesla

video upload by SynTesla

"SynTesla is the manufacturer of the gigantic GIORGIO III modular synthesiser commissioned by Hans Zimmer for his world tour 'Hans Zimmer Live The Next Level'. Discover the unboxing and assembly of this fabulous instrument."



This one is in via John L Rice.

via pidjyman on Mod Wiggler:

"The Giorgio III is a monumental 5U Modular synthesiser created by SynTesla (Pierre-Jean Tardiveau, aka pidjyman on MW) for composer Hans Zimmer for his world tour.

This synthesizer is undoubtedly the largest modular synth in the world, consisting of 12 cabinets measuring 5 x 5U + 1 x 3U in height. Only 10 cabinets are installed on stage, with two others serving as back-up behind the scenes.

This monster represents 10 months of hard work in total. 23 types of modules were designed and produced in large numbers. To give you an example, the synth is composed of 3 separate units of 4 voices each, for a total of 12 voices, with 2 VCOs, 2 DCOS, 2 filters, 6 DADSRs, 6 VCAs, 1 resonator, 4 LFOs, buffered multis, logic, attenuators, attenuverter, mixers, wavefolders, gate delays, summing mixers, etc. etc...

The modules were manufactured in France by Syntesla and designed by Yusynth and SynTesla. They were assembled in Los Angeles at Hans Zimmer's studios and then shipped to Germany for final assembly on the tour stage.

When the synth arrived in Oberhausen, Hans Zimmer had never seen it before (he was rehearsing in London while it was being assembled in LA), and I can promise you that his smile in the photo is not fake (neither is mine).

The electrical part of the cabinets was also designed and built by SynTesla. It includes an oversized power supply with a capacity of 10 amps, an active filter that provides perfectly stable and clean voltage, and a power distribution board in SynTesla and DotCom format, as well as an integrated voltmeter and ammeter. The whole system has several levels of safety.

This made it possible to connect each cabinet to a solid-state relay socket controlled by DMX from the lighting console. The robustness of the device allows the whole or part of the system to be switched on and off in sequence, depending on the pieces being played on stage."

RMIF TI-3 The Last Soviet Polyphonic Synthesizer Part.1 (Bank D)

video upload by Eternal Engine EMI

"Playing presets on Rmif TI-3 upgraded to pathced TI-5 firmware (Bank D)"

0:00 - Bank D1
6:18 - Bank D2
11:11 - Bank D3
15:36 - Bank D4
19:43 - Bank D5
23:37 - Bank D6
25:03 - Bank D7
25:05 - Bank D8

RMIF TI-3 The Last Soviet Polyphonic Synthesizer Part.2 (Bank B and C)

video upload by Eternal Engine EMI

Behringer Introduces CZ-1 Mini | The Rebirth of Phase Distortion in a Compact Powerhouse

video upload by Behringer

"Experience the Behringer CZ-1 Mini — a stunning rebirth of the legendary phase distortion synth, now re-engineered into a sleek and portable form.
Same iconic sound. Smaller size. Bigger inspiration.

🎹 Highlights:
• Authentic phase distortion engine inspired by the classic Casio CZ series
• True 8-voice polyphony for lush, vintage tones
• Real-time hands-on control with intuitive interface
• USB-powered and ready for studio or stage

The CZ-1 Mini brings the warmth and punch of the ‘80s into today’s creative workflows — at a price that changes everything.

⚡ Watch now and rediscover the sound that shaped a generation."

Update:

Behringer CZ-1 Mini | Compact Phase Distortion Powerhouse

video upload by Behringer

Roland TR-1000 compared to OG TR-808 TR-909

video upload by Antony Fewster

"Quick compare of the new Roland TR-1000 to the TR-808 and TR-909. Not intended to be a shootout, more so side by side examples of how the engines compare.

The TR-1000's 808 engines are all analog in this example. The TR-1000's 909 kick and clap are analog, the hats are ACB.

Recorded from main outs on all machines into Apollo x8 into Logic. Normalized audio, exported uncompressed to AIFF. Finally degraded by imovie and youtube."

Update: some additional info via Antony:

"In trying to match the levels (tuning etc), something that was really apparent was that there originals had nowhere left to go - both the 808 and 909 were set to max on the available settings (other than tone for the 808 was was around 12 o’clock). The TR-1000 had headroom for days across every parameter - decay, tuning etc before you even get to the extended parameters, effects, filter etc

I find in the same room the TR-1000 is crisper, clearer, heavier, punchier. I imagine most folks will be dialing things back to sit in the mix vs adding stuff (i.e. when compared to the originals) to make them do their thing.

I know the originals do what they do, but having played the TR-1000 I find myself wondering why the tuing stops ‘here’, or why I can’t add a delay to the hats, and a compressor to the kick as I’m in the flow with the machine - vs going back to the daw, or having to use separate outs into outboard stuff - it’s all very immediate."

New UDO Synth DMNO, 8-voice, 2-part Multitimbral Synthesizer Incoming

Update: full details & intro video posted here.

"DMNO is an 8-voice, 2-part multitimbral powerhouse with a highly flexible and dynamic signal architecture. It features two independent 4-voice analog-hybrid synthesizers, each equipped with our new Dynamic Multi-Core Stereo VCF. With its eight creative Play Modes, DMNO unlocks dynamic interactions between the two timbres at the touch of a single control, while its flexible analog and digital audio connectivity makes it a truly expansive and immediate sound design sandbox.

Play Seriously."

New Roland TR-1000 RHYTHM CREATOR Incoming

Update: teaser videos added below.

This one was sent in via an anonymous reader. It's apparently from a Sweetwater catalog.

The text reads:

"NEW!

Meet the TR-1000:
Roland's Legacy Rhythms Reborn

Blueprinted with unprecedented potential, the Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator marries historic heat, analog presence, and digital precision into a polychromic powerhouse built on the masterfully re-created circuits of the legendary TR-808 and TR-909 drum machines. Its hybrid architecture houses a trio of synth engines, bringing a prismatic palette of FM, PCM, and VA possibilities to the TR-1000's analog foundations, with ACB modeling supplying the coveted circuit-bent sonics of the 8X and 9X models. Over 2,500 onboard sounds join a wealth of digital and analog effects while the suite of classic-to-contemporary connectivity effortlessly integrates the TR-1000 into any arrangement. Add in cutting-edge Morphing performance controls, next-gen TR-REC sequencing. true-stereo re/sampling, and an unbridled array of sonic contouring tools, and you've only scratch the surface of the TR-1000's kaleidoscopic capabilities — vintage heart, modern soul. and endless exploration waiting to be discovered by you."

If legit, I'm curious how it will compare the the TR-8S. Note the change in design aesthetic. Reminds me of the GAIA with a touch of Elektron gear. Note the Morph slider on the bottom right and display on the top right.

Update2: Roland announcement post here, additional posts with demos here.

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Introducing the Sequential Fourm

video upload by Sequential

Update: the first user videos added below. Note: this post is pinned on top, see below for new posts going up throughout the day.]

"Fourm 4-voice analog synth with polyphonic aftertouch

Fourm is a compact analog synthesizer that invites you to play, shape, and perform with unprecedented expression. With its legendary Sequential tone, hands-on modulation, and uniquely responsive Tactive™ keybed, Fourm is a creative partner helping to bring your musical ideas to life.

Synth sounds and drums exclusively by Fourm. Composed by Peter Dyer."

https://sequential.com

See the dealers on the right of the site for availabily.

User videos:



Playlist:

1. The new Sequential Fourm in 60 seconds! #analogsynth #synth - Available at Signal Sounds
2. Sequential FOURM -- J3PO demo & overview
3. Sequential Fourm Analog Synth INHALT Demo & Discussion
4. Sequential FOURM Review — Classic synth sounds in a small package! - BoBeats
5. Introducing the Sequential Fourm Synth | First Look & Demo - Gear4music Synths & Tech
6. Sequential Fourm: Poly aftertouch, stacked waves, expressive arps – First look and sound demo - MusicRadar Tech
7. Sequential Fourm Performances & Overview - Sweetwater Soundcheck
8. SEQUENTIAL FOURM: the synth we’ve ALL been waiting for? - Projet Home Studio

Press release and pics follow:


Sequential Introduces Fourm: A Four-Voice Analog Synth with Polyphonic Aftertouch

A New Fourm of Expression

San Francisco, CA — September 23, 2025 — Sequential has announced the release of its most affordable, synthesizer to date. Fourm is a compact, 100% analog instrument that redefines expressive electronic performance. With its warm, organic tone, hands-on modulation routing, and a uniquely responsive polyphonic aftertouch keyboard, Fourm is ready to bring your musical ideas to life.

At its core, Fourm delivers four analog voices of genuine Sequential sound, derived from the legendary Prophet-5 — complete with dual oscillators, a classic 4-pole lowpass filter, and envelope curves modeled after the 1978 original. The result is unmistakable Sequential warmth and punch, now with overdriven feedback for a performance-ready edge.

For the first time in 40 years, Sequential has returned to polyphonic aftertouch. The team developed the new Tactive™ slim-keys poly AT keybed to work in concert with Fourm’s analog synthesis engine. Every element was co-designed and precisely calibrated to unlock new levels of expression, enabling a deeper connection to our signature sound that no off-the-shelf keybed could deliver. The result is a more expressive bond between player and instrument, energizing new modes of creativity.

“Wowww holy smokes: this thing sounds and feels amazing,” said Bryn Bliska, (keyboards for Chappell Roan, Maggie Rogers, Jacob Collier). “The polyphonic aftertouch is seriously so fun… Sequential nailed it.”

“We’re so excited to bring this innovative all-analog keyboard into the world,” said David Gibbons, Sequential CEO. “At a price-point that most people expect to pay for a monophonic synth, we think this product will invite legions of musicians who have longed for the magic of polyphonic analog sounds to start their journey of discovery with Sequential.”

Notably inspired by the Pro~One, Fourm’s top-panel modulation matrix puts deep sound design at your fingertips—no menu diving required. Modulation sources and destinations are clearly labeled, connections are made with a button press, and color-coded indicators make even complex routings easy to manage.

With its compact footprint, professional-grade build, and a sound engine rooted in Sequential’s most iconic instruments, Fourm is a powerful new voice in analog synthesis.

About Sequential
Sequential has been at the forefront of synthesizer innovation since 1974, creating instruments that inspire musicians and shape the sound of modern music. With a legacy built on the iconic Prophet synthesizers, Sequential continues to push the boundaries of sound design with cutting-edge technology and exceptional craftsmanship.

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Oberheim Two Voice + Tubbutec MIDI (Sequences)

video upload by Synth Tailor Electronics

"OBERHEIM TWO VOICE + TUBBUTEC MIDI just installed! The @tubbutec uniMatrix Midi kit adds filter control for each SEM independently, and it’s great being able to use a modern midi controller with such an early vintage synth.

Shoutout to Rob Rosen for figuring out the SEM filter controls/making the installation manual for this kit!

The Two Voice/FVS is one of my top 3 favorite vintage synths of all time. This two voice has been fully overhauled and it sounds incredible!
If you have a vintage synthesizer that needs midi or repaired/restored please reach out through our website! www.synthtailorelectronics.com"

Update:

OBERHEIM TWO VOICE + TUBBUTEC MIDI (Arpeggios/Duo-phonic)

video upload by Synth Tailor Electronics

The Festival of Electronic Sound Returns to Brandon, Manitoba, Canada September 19–20

Press release follows:

The Festival of Electronic Sound Returns to Brandon

“Canada’s only festival focussed on the art and music of the modular synthesizer”

Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, September 8, 2025 — This September 19–20, electronic musicians of all styles—from classical to punk, and everything in between— will gather in Brandon Manitoba to share their art, music and technology over two jam-packed days of innovative performances, informative presentations and interactive activities at six free-to-attend, family friendly concerts and events spread across downtown Brandon and the BU campus.

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New Tiptop Audio & Buchla 230t Tips and Tricks

video upload by Todd Barton

"Just a few ideas for patches with the Tiptop Buchla 230t Triple Envelope Follower. Also, checkout Stazma's video on the 230t:"

[The new Tiptop Audio & Buchla 230t announced in May is now out. Check with dealers on the right for availability.]

Tiptop Audio & Buchla 230t Demo

video upload by Stazma

"Today we are going to check out the new module from the Tiptop & Buchla 200t serie: the Triple Envelope Follower Model 230t.

It's a fantastic addition to the 200t echosystem, that will let you control dynamic or timing with external audio such as, microphone, samples, drum pads, electric instruments, field recording or anything in that spirit. It can also be used as an decay envelope in the system or in compression / expansion patches."

TipTop Buchla 230t – Triple Envelope Follower // Interact with your patches!

video upload by Dexba

"The Buchla 230 is here, and while it might not be the shiniest module (I know you're lusting after the tenth granular effect or the twelfth tape-inspired contraption), it's quite a useful and FUN one!
Not only does it stop the modular from being this separated entity, and it gives it back the ability to listen and interact with the real world, but analysing the internal signals can be a productive endeavour too.
In this video, I'll show you some cool patches, and I will introduce the concept of sidechain in the Buchla system, which in this case was used in the most common way we associate with the term, but it can also be a powerful tool to swell reverbs, make multiple voices arise in a sea of notes, and, in general, make more lively patches :)"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Additional 230t posts