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Showing posts with label Waldorf. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Waldorf. Show all posts

Friday, February 27, 2026

Perfect Pads - Soundset for Waldorf Protein


video upload by WaldorfMusicChannel

"https://waldorfmusic.com/produkt/soun...

This inaugural Protein soundset brings the acclaimed Perfect Pads series – previously available for the Waldorf Iridium and Quantum – to Waldorf’s newest synthesizer Protein.

Featuring 32 meticulously crafted pad presets designed to showcase the full depth and character of the Protein sound engine. Drawing on the powerful synthesis architecture of the Protein and rich wavetable palette, this collection delivers some of the widest, warmest, and most expressive pads available on the Waldorf Protein. Each patch is immediately playable and musically inspiring, making the pack ideal for a wide range of genres – from ambient and cinematic to electronic and experimental – while also providing an excellent starting point for further tweaking and sound design.

Harry van Mierloo is an emerging international sound designer and creative design professional from the Netherlands. He blends the sound of classic analog synthesizers with the power of modern machines – perfect for artists seeking highly usable patches or fresh inspiration as a starting point for everyday day studio work. For many years, Harry has been fascinated by the wonderfully rich and emotional touch that pad sounds can add to music. He has now crafted and released his second official soundset called ‘Perfect Pads 2’ for the Iridium & Quantum."

Thursday, February 26, 2026

RetroSound Studio Tour: Vintage Digital Synthesizers


video upload by RetroSound

"RetroSound Studio Tour:
Legendary Vintage Digital & Hybrid Synthesizers of the 80s and early 90s

In this episode of RetroSound Studio, I explore classic digital synthesizers that revolutionized electronic music production during the 80s and early 90s. From FM synthesis and wavetable synthesis to vector synthesis, PD synthesis, vitual analog and Roland’s LA synthesis, these instruments introduced a new generation of sound design and defined the sonic identity of an era.

The Yamaha DX7 became one of the best-selling synthesizers of all time, defining FM electric pianos and metallic digital textures. The PPG Wave pioneered wavetable synthesis, laying the foundation for modern digital sound engines. The Sequential Prophet VS introduced vector synthesis, allowing dynamic blending between digital waveforms. The Roland D-50 shaped late-80s pop and film scoring with its LA synthesis architecture, while the Roland JD-800 brought hands-on control back to digital synthesis in the 1990s.

These digital synthesizers shaped genres such as synth-pop, new wave, ambient, house, techno, trance, and film music. Today, they remain highly sought after by producers, collectors, and sound designers researching vintage digital synthesizers, 80s keyboard sounds, virtual analog, classic FM synthesis, and wavetable history."

The Digital & Hybrid Synths:
0:07 Sequential Prophet VS
4:39 PPG wave 2.2
10:36 Yamaha DX7 II FD
14:56 Yamaha DX11
16:39 Casio CZ-101
19:29 Casio VZ-1
21:21 Roland JD-800
26:40 Roland D-50 / D-550
28:00 Korg Wavestation EX / SR
31:24 Korg DW-8000 / EX-8000
32:42 Roland M-VS1
35:57 Kawai K5000R
38:57 Waldorf Microwave
39:44 Waldorf Microwave II XT
41:15 Clavia Nord Modular
41:59 Yamaha AN1x
44:36 Roland JV-1080
45:33 Ensoniq SQ-80
46:23 Quasimidi Raven Max
47:42 Korg Z1

Full Studio Tour playlist:

The Waldorf Protien makes some lovely pad sounds!


video upload by Crybo Synth Sounds

"Just got the Waldorf Protien and loving how good it sounds. It can make some lovely pad sounds. Looking forward to really digging into it and making more sounds with it.

Sounds available for the Super 6, Waldorf Iridium, Hydrasynth, Novation Peak, Minilogue XD, Digitone 2, Cobalt 8 & Dub Techno Stabs, pads & chords https://payhip.com/CryboSynthSounds"

The Waldorf Iridium makes beautiful Dub Techno Stabs


video upload by Crybo Synth Sounds

"Lovely multi textured Dub Stab on the Iridium, using the comb filter. This is one of my favourite sounding stabs I've done on any of my synths.

Sounds available for the Super 6, Waldorf Iridium, Hydrasynth, Novation Peak, Minilogue XD, Digitone 2, Cobalt 8, Dub Techno Stabs, pads & chords
from my hardware synths & a free Dreadbox Artemis sound pack. https://payhip.com/CryboSynthSounds"

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

AnalogFX SER-2020 analog monophonic Synthesizer deeper Review. The rise of the Synton Syrinx!


video upload by Knobs & Switches

"here is my deeper review about the AnalogFX SER-2020 analog Synthesizer. A recreation of the legendary and sought after Synton Syrinx together with some FX Pedals and other helpers. (Antonus Step Brother, Erica Synths Perkons HD-01, Korg Drumlogue, Stylophone Beat, Ryk Modular M185 Sequencer, Waldorf KB37, Arturia Keystep Pro, CB Lost&Found, GlouGlou Flancher9, Dreadbox Lethargy, Strymon DIGv2, Boss-RV5, Meris Polymoon,

https://www.analogfx.com/products/ser...

For Pedal Power i used the MyVolts CrazyChain MkII: https://myvolts.com/CrazyChainMKII/?a...

The fancy Audio Cables are the MyVolts Candycords: https://myvolts.com/CandyCords/?a=kas

CV and Clock Cables are MyVolts Halos: https://myvolts.de/Halo/?a=kas

00:00:00​ Intro
00:00:029 Title Track (Only made with the SER-2020 incl. Drums)
00:01:44 Epilogue
00:05:48 Music and Sound Demos
00:14:47 SER-2020 Roun Down
00:19:11 VCO`s, Sync & Ringmod
00:28:03 Formant Filter, LPF & ENV
00:39:46 VCF In
00:42:02 LFO 1 & 2
00:47:37 Bend Pad & Portamento
00:49:22 Speechmode
00:51:42 Conclusion
00:52:22 Outro (SER-2020 + Korg Drumlogue only playing SER-2020 Samples)

Image Sources:

Synton Syrinx: https://greatsynthesizers.com thanks to Theo Bloderer

https://www.synthforbreakfast.nl/inte...

Used Equipment: Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 12, Sony ZV-1, Rode Wireless ME, Universal Audio Apollo Twin Solo, Yamaha MG-06, Steinberg Cubase 14 and Final Cut Pro X"

See The Florian Schneider Collection here.

Waldorf M Wavetable Synthesizer Desktop Module

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via this listing

Additional Perfect Circuit listings

Waldorf Protein in the hands of a beginner makes "Bang!"


video upload by Nicolai

"I just bought the Waldorf Protein. They said it is their entry level, so I unboxed it, did a test drive, created some own patches and guess what: "Bang!" a tight techno track was born.

🎧 Original "Bang!" track (the one born from frustration): [below]


It is a lovely wavetable synth: portable (fits my setup perfectly), flexible and most importantly: accessible! Sure, there are menus and a shift button for deeper tweaks, but most of the time you just coast on the sound, dialing it in directly with the tons of hands-on knobs. How cool is that?

Watch the full video: unboxing, preset demos and evolution, honest critique, Nicolai patch building which lead to the 'Bang!' track."

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Dasha Rush live at SUPERBOOTH25


video upload by Superbooth Berlin

"Composer, producer and sound artist Dasha Rush performs a stunning fully improvised hardware live jam live at the SB25.

DASHA RUSH
https://www.dasharush.org/"

Sunday, February 22, 2026

Waldorf Protein Wavetable Desktop Synthesizer

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via this eBay listing

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Is the Waldorf Iridium the Ultimate Jungle Bass Synth?


video upload by Sappo

A look at the interface and parameters of the Iridium.

"Had the winter with the ‪@WaldorfMusicChannel‬ IRIDIUM CORE it does not disappoint! I made tons of basses for Jungle and Drum and Bass with this but it goes wayyy deeper! Enjoy this bass tutorial and review ! 🙌 "

Friday, February 20, 2026

Quantum/Iridium KERNEL FM deep explanation! #iridium #quantum #fmsynthesis #waldorf


video upload by SMV Producer

TIMELINE
00:00 A brief intro
01:00 Let's start
34:12 Some sounds

Sound banks available for purchase at: https://gumroad.com/smvproducer

Other links:
Bandcamp : https://sergiomassimilianovarvazzo.ba...
Instagram: / smv_producer
Smartlink: https://ffm.bio/smv_producer

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Waldorf Protein Synth Demo Part. 3 | Pure Patches & Ambient Textures (HQ Audio, No Talking)


video upload by DKS SYNTH LAB

"Welcome to DKS Synth Lab! In this video, we discover the sounds of the Waldorf Protein Synth. In this sounds only session, we explore the power of the Waldorf synthesis engine through ambient patches, granular textures, and crystal-clear digital timbres.."

Timeline
0:00 Intro
0:09 KingSync
1:03 Lunare
2:18 Nietrop
3:05 ID Mallet
3:47 Perc
4:30 Dune
5:30 Queen Bass
6:06 Magic Protein
7:15 Pro Vibes
8:08 Ey Piano
9:08 Komplex
10:58 Digilog

Waldorf Protein Synth Demo Part. 2 | Pure Patches & Ambient Textures (HQ Audio, No Talking)

video upload by DKS SYNTH LAB

Timeline

0:00 Intro
0:09 Distance
1:00 Humble
1:33 Soft Dist
2:05 Kaputt
2:52 Apo
3:50 Dist
5:20 Dings
5:53 Hellp
6:34 No Reason
7:28 Small M
8:21 T-Bass
9:17 String Me
10:29 Cathedr

Part 1 here

Mars Attack: 50 Cinematic Patches for Waldorf Iridium & Quantum (Sci-Fi & Ambient)


video upload by MrSynthmania

"Immerse yourself in dystopian soundscapes: Mars Attack is a specialized sound set for the Waldorf Iridium (and Quantum) that focuses on dark textures, cinematic pads, and evolutionary soundscapes. Whether for sci-fi scoring, ambient productions, or experimental sound design, these 50 presets harness the full power of the Iridium engine and the poly aftertouch.

🚀 Highlights:

50 handcrafted patches for Waldorf Iridium & Quantum
Focus on: Cinematic pads, SFX, bass textures, and arpeggios
Mod wheel and poly aftertouch assignments for maximum expressiveness
Instant Play: 100% Internal Synthesis – No Sample Import Required!
Zero Setup: Just load the Patches and play. No hassle with external WAV-files or folder structures

Get your soundset here: https://synthmania.de/produkt/waldorf..."

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Waldorf Quantum 30th Anniversary Shadow Edition - SN 30 of 30

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via this eBay listing

"Extremely rare. Only 30 were ever produced and this one is serial number 30, the final unit produced.

These cost over $8000 brand new at the time. Unfortunately, this particular unit was sold as a B-Stock unit because it was slightly damaged in shipping.

It has a broken Filter 1 Decay encoder shaft. I bought it with the intention of having it repaired but never did. It's a standard Quantum Mk1 inside, so parts should be readily available, or a reputable shop can repair it. The pitch wheel also has two very small scratches on the finger notch.

Despite that, however, the rest of the unit is in fantastic shape and is fully functional, works perfectly, and sounds amazing. The filter decay can also be controlled from the value knob, so you're not losing that function.

Latest OS installed."

Waldorf Blofeld Desktop Synthesizer SN 24190700045 w/ Original Box

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via this eBay listing

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Waldorf Iridium / Quantum - "Around the World" (50 Presets)


video upload by LFOstore

"Drawing from the vibrant musical traditions of distant cultures, "Around the World" is a captivating collection of 50 exclusive presets that infuse the mighty Waldorf’s synthesizer with rich ethnic flavors, exotic presets, and world-inspired atmospheres. In our fast-paced Western world — polished, precise, and often predictable — life can sometimes feel like a dish without enough seasoning. We crave something deeper, more soulful, more alive: the exotic spices of the East to awaken the senses, stir the spirit, and add layers of flavor that make every moment richer and more meaningful.

In this soundset, each preset is carefully crafted to ensure complete playability and expressiveness. You'll find here deeply evolving pads layered with field recordings, tasty ethnic instruments with a high degree of sensitivity to key pressure and modulation, mystical flutes and frozen strings, soft and warm organic pianos, rhythmic percussive sequences, vibrating bells, and hybrid soundscapes that blend ancient traditions with futuristic synthesis.

Most presets respond expressively to velocity, modulation wheel, aftertouch, and expression — turning your performance into a true global storytelling experience. Perfect for film scoring, world music production, downtempo, ambient, chillout, ethnic electronica, meditative soundscapes, and any genre that craves authentic cultural color and emotional depth. Created with passion for both heritage sounds and cutting-edge Waldorf technology, "Around the World" doesn't just sample the globe — it reimagines it through the prism of tomorrow's sound design!

More details here - https://ottolfo.sellfy.store/waldorf/"

Friday, February 13, 2026

Yellow Waldorf Micro Q Digital Synthesizer SN 1210052858 w/ User Manual

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via this eBay listing

Waldorf Music Introduces Attack 3 - A Classic Plugin Drum Synth Reborn


video uploads by WaldorfMusicChannel

Playlist:

1. Attack 3 Teaser
2. Attack 3 trailer + features
3. Attack 3 - Deep Dive Tutorial - with Waldorf CTO Rolf Wöhrmann

And a user demo:

Waldorf Attack 3: A Classic Reborn! (No Talking Demo)

video upload by Limbic Bits

"In this video, we’re diving into the Waldorf Attack 3 Plugin — Version 3 of that classic Drum Synthesizer PlugIn!"


Attack is back.
And it’s more powerful than ever.
We are proud to unveil Attack 3, the next evolution of one of Waldorf Music’s most iconic and longest-running instruments. A true classic reborn, Attack 3 redefines what a modern percussion synthesizer can be.

At its heart lies a mighty analogue-style synthesis engine, delivering 24 individual sounds per kit, with 12 sounds playable polyphonically as pitched instruments. From punchy kicks to melodic percussion, Attack 3 is built for rhythm that moves both bodies and speakers.

Attack 3 captures the unmistakable spirit of legendary 1980s analogue drum machines and the driving electronic club sound of the 1990s — and propels it boldly into today’s productions. It’s a future-ready instrument designed to shape the drum sounds of the next decade.

Every sound is alive
Every parameter can be tweaked in real time and fully automated in your DAW, inviting hands-on exploration and deep expression. While sampling capabilities have been expanded, Attack stays true to its philosophy: pure synthesis first, allowing you to create unique percussion sounds from scratch.

Redesigned for Faster Drum Creation
With a completely redesigned, scalable interface and a vastly expanded synthesis engine, Attack 3 proves that after more than 25 years, it remains the go-to tool for producers who want total control over their drums.

The new user interface adapts effortlessly to any screen size, while enhanced MIDI Learn lets you define minimum and maximum parameter ranges for expressive performance. Dedicated browsers for kits, sounds, samples, and MIDI mappings keep inspiration flowing without interruption.

Advanced Sample Playback
The oscillator section has been refined for absolute precision, featuring accurate phase control for synthetic waveformsand powerful sample playback options, including user samples, velocity mapping, round-robin playback, and flexible start positions. Whether you want surgical accuracy or organic variation, Attack 3 delivers.

Bad Gear - PROTEIN


video upload by AudioPilz

"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. Every once in a while we have to remind ourselves why we still prefer the luxury of tangible hardware to the unlimited possibilities of plugins: unique tones, ergonomic control surfaces and - ideally - a timeless piece of music history that effortlessly weathers the decades.

Today, however, we unfortunately need to talk about Protein."

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
00:45 Overview Waldorf Protein
01:28 One Problem becomes obvious immediately
01:50 Synth Architecture, Oscillators
02:28 Noise (Dirt), Filter Section
03:02 FX Section
03:14 The problematic Envelopes
03:46 Mod Matrix, LFOs
04:01 Synth Nerd Tic Tac Toe, Flavour
04:20 What else? (Scales, Chords, Arp, Seq, Multis, Thanks)
05:18 H*te Screen
05:38 Jam 1 ( Techno )
06:22 Jam 2 ( Downtempo )
07:27 Finale ( Dub Techno )
07:58 VERDICT

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Waldorf Protein 4 Ribbons


video upload by Ebotronix

Waldorf Protein ,
Doepfer R2m, 4x,
Hologram Electronics Microcosm Special Edition 2024,
Strymon Big Sky MX, in Dual Mono Mode controlled with
Midi CC by, 16n Faderbank, AtoVproject ,
I Connectivity Mio XL,
Major Scale,
12.02.2026
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