A Nice Song for Spring

video upload by Hologram Electronics

"This 1970s Wurlitzer 'Music Learning Module' inspires with its simplicity, making just one sound.

It sounds like a transistor organ, playing a simple, unfiltered waveform. No sensitivity to velocity and a simple gate-like envelope. Immediate attack, immediate release. We could easily recreate this sound with a modern day synthesizer, but would we have been as drawn to or inspired by that sound if it wasn’t coming out of this bright blue relic? Probably not.

We hooked it up to Chroma Console to add a little bit more variety and life to the static nature of the sound. Maybe we’ll make a longer video of this pairing, but until then, enjoy this little synth-pop jam!"

Wurlitzer 200 Electronic Piano w/Warneck Research Amp - Serviced w/Restoration

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Additional Analog U.S. Listings

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Running Wurlitzer 200A through a Moog Matriarch

video upload by Benjamin Dehli

"Using the Moog Matriarch as an effects unit for the Wurlitzer 200A.
The Wurlitzer piano is connected into the mixer section on the Matriarch and processed through its filters and bucket brigade delay.

Instruments:
Wurlitzer 200A
Moog Matriarch

Effects:
Moog Matriarch's built-in filters and stereo delay
Hairball Audio FET/RACK Revision D
Chase Bliss Audio & Meris CXM 1978
DIY Recording Equipment G Bus VCA Compressor
Handsome Audio Zulu"

Classic Synths Like You’ve NEVER Heard Before! (Mind-Blowing Solos)

video upload by Andy Whitmore

"Step into the world of analog magic with our jaw-dropping video featuring legendary synths and keyboards! Including the lush tones of the Yamaha CS80 & the punchy sounds of the Mini Moog Model D, this video takes you on an exhilarating ride. Each synth & keyboard shines in solos performed alongside a top-tier session band, showcasing climaxes.

We’ve included timeless classics like the Roland Jupiter 8, Oberheim OB-1, Wurlitzer 200A, and even the powerful EMS Synthi AKS VCS3. You’ll see filters pushed to their limits, resonances soaring, and ADSR curves sculpted to perfection. With pitch bends, glides, portamento, and wah-wah in full force, this is a true love letter to vintage keyboards.

Get ready to experience the raw energy of the Fender Rhodes, the groove of the Hohner Clavinet D6, and the elegance of the Steinway Model O Piano. This is more than music – it’s a celebration of sound. Buckle up for an analog synth extravaganza like no other!

00:00 Intro
00:28 Roland Jupiter-8
01:27 Mini Moog Model D (Vintage)
02:35 Roland Jupiter-4
04:25 EMS Synthi AKS VCS3
05:40 Yamaha CS-80
08:10 Yamaha CS-40M
09:34 Roland Jupiter-4
10:39 Roland SH-1000
11:30 Wurlitzer 200A
13:07 Hammond C3
14:54 Steinway Model O Piano
16:30 Roland Jupiter-8
17:37 Oberheim OB-1
18:58 Hohner Clavinet D6
20:10 Fender Rhodes Stage 73 Mk I

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Groovy Wurlitzer Organ & Synthesizer Commercial (1972)

video upload by Bionic Disco

"'It may just change your mind!'
Wurlitzer Orbit III Spinet Organ with electronic synth commercial featuring groovy images and sound. Spot aired November 1972. Visit https://www.bionicdisco.com for 1970s pop culture fun.
Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended. Posted for historical and archival purposes only."

You can find additional posts including demos of the Wurlitzer Orbit III here.

SynthFest UK 2024 - Iconic Drum Machines

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"Oli Freke from Synth Evolution takes us on a guided tour of some of the most iconic drum machines that shaped music in our time.

He'll be joined on stage by Michael Eden who will demonstrate some of the drum machines in his collection.

Chapter times:

00:00 - Introducing the hosts
00:50 - What is a drum machine?
03:30 - The Wurlitzer Sideman from 1959, the first drum machine?
04:35 - Wurlitzer Sideman demonstration
08:15 - The Sideman's valve mechanism in action
09:52 - Legal problems and use by home organists
11:21 - Transistor-based Keio Donca Matic DE-11 from 1966
13:34 - Donca Matic DE-11 demonstration
15:15 - Keio becomes Korg
16:17 - Ace Tone Drum machines from 1967
17:15 - Keio Mini Pops 7 from 1967
20:47 - Famed use by Jean-Michel Jarre on Oxygene (Note: YouTube has muted the music clip)
23:12 - Inclusion of Quijada/ Jawbone sound
24:24 - Robin Gibb, Sly & The Family Stone drum machine firsts
26:29 - Paia Programmable Drumset from 1975
28:06 - Paia Drumset programming demonstration
32:16 - Use by Peter Gabriel
34:01 - Roland TR-808 from 1980
37:29 - Roland TR-808 features and demonstration
41:00 - Programming a beat on the TR-808
43:48 - Pioneering new genres of electronic music
47:13 - How does the TR-808 make its sounds?
48:14 - Recreating the 808 bass drum
50:39 - Recreating the 808 snare drum
52:22 - Recreating the 808 clap sound
53:48 - Recreating the 808 hi-hat sound
56:17 - Recreating the 808 cowbell sound
57:38 - Comparing the digital model with the original TR-808
58:29 - Outro

Oli Freke may be contacted via his website.
https://www.synthevolution.net"

Michael Whalen Introduces Cherry Audio's Wurlybird 140B

video upload by Cherry Audio

Update: CatSynth TV video added below.

"Michael Whalen is a composer, producer, recording artist, and Cherry Audio supporter who has created vibrant music spanning various genres. He has produced 44 solo albums and won numerous awards for his film, television, and advertising work, including two Emmy® Awards, ten Clio Awards, a BMI Award, and four Global Music Awards. Cherry Audio is thrilled to have Michael introduce the new Wurlybird 140B, our first sample-based electro-acoustic virtual instrument.

Read our new interview where we catch-up with Michael on his latest release, Watercolor Sky, and get his thoughts on Wurlybird and more: https://cherryaudio.com/news/an-inter...

Michael's latest release, 'Watercolor Sky,' celebrates his love for Windham Hill Records, the independent record label in the 1980s and 1990s that practically created its own genre. Watercolor Sky is nine tracks of contemporary instrumental music from the prolific composer, and features a dream team of musical talent including Mark Isham, Michael Manring, Nancy Rumbel, Will Ackerman, and Charlie Bisharat. The album is available now from Bandcamp and your favorite streaming services at https://linktr.ee/MichaelWhalenMusic

Cherry Audio's Wurlybird 140B is modeled after the rare and revered 1964 Wurlitzer 140B electronic piano. Wurlybird 140B promises unparalleled sound quality and authenticity for musicians and producers alike. Now available at the astonishingly affordable price of only $39, this plugin makes its dynamic vibe accessible to all.

Get Wurlybird today at https://cherryaudio.com/wurlybird

Wurlybird 140B is available in AU, VST, VST3, AAX, and standalone formats for macOS and Windows. A free 30-day demo is available for those eager to experience its magic firsthand. Visit https://cherryaudio.com/wurlybird for additional product details, system requirements, and an extensive collection of awe-inspiring sound demos from talented keyboardists."

Cherry Audio Wurlybird 140B - a detailed demo and tutorial

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We take a detailed look at the features and presets in the new Wurlybird 140B from Cherry Audio, a recreation of what some consider the best of the Wurlitzer electric pianos, the model 140B. These are far more elusive than the better known 200 series, but our friends at Cherry Audio were able locate one for extensive sampling and modeling for this version, which sounds great and (as an electric piano enthusiast) is a lot of fun to play."

00:00 Introduction
00:25 History
01:40 Overview
02:27 Features from the original 140B
05:39 Effects section
14:58 Factory presets
19:59 Conclusion

All examples in this video performed by host Amanda Chaudhary, who regularly plays electric pianos in her own music. https://amandachaudhary.bandcamp.com

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/catsynth
Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/catsynth

Vintage Drum Synth Demos by You Are The Robots

video uploads by You Are The Robots

Arturia Keystep Pro was used to sequence those w/o built in rhythm sections. Use the player controls to skip around.

Playlist:
Sears Rhythm-Matic vintage analog drum machine with built-in speaker
SYNSONICS ELECTRONIC DRUM MODEL 5300 - A Very Rare Vintage Analog Drum Synthesizer | DEMO
POLLARD SYNDRUM 178 Vintage Analog Drum Synth Triggered By Arturia Beatstep Pro | DEMO
BOSS DR. PAD DRP-1 - Vintage Digital Drum Pad | DEMO
ROLAND CR-68 COMPURHYTHM - Vintage Analog Drum Machine | DEMO
ACE TONE RHYTHM ACE FR-1 - Vintage Analog Drum Machine | DEMO
NOMAD RHYTM MAKER 12 - Vintage Analog Drum Machine | DEMO
Vintage Analog WHIPPANY ELECTRONICS RHYTHM MASTER RM -10 Drum Machine W/ DIY Mods | DEMO
KEIO DONCA MATIC KORG MINI POPS 5 - Vintage Analog Drum Machine | DEMO
WURLITZER SWINGIN’ RHYTHM 5020 Vintage Analog Drum Machine | DEMO
WELSON SUPER-MATIC S12 Vintage Analog Italian Drum Machine 1971 | Demo
Mattel Synsonics Drums - Vintage Drum Machine
Univox SR-95 Vintage Drum Machine
Nomad Rhythm 12 - Vintage drum machine
Realistic Concertmate - Vintage Drum Machine / Metronome
Oberheim DXa (DX w/ factory midi) - Vintage drum machine
Roland CR 5000 - vintage analog drum machine
Modified Roland TR 606 - Vintage analog drum machine
Tama Techstar TAM500 - Analog Drum Synth
Rhythm Ace FR-2L With Issues - Vintage Drum Machine
Univox SR 55 - Vintage Analog Drum Machine
Whippany Rhythm Master - Vintage Analog Drum Machine
Sears Rhythm Matic R1000 - Vintage Analog Drum Machine
Simmons Digital Clap Trap - Vintage Clap Machine
Mattel Synsonics Pro - Analog Drum Machine
Univox MR8 Micro Rhythmer - Vintage Analog Drum Machine
MTI Auto-Orchestra Analog Drum Machine Bass & Strings Machine
Wurlitzer Swingin' Rhythm Analog Drum Machine
Ace Tone Rhythm Ace FR-3 - Vintage Analog Drum Machine For Sale On Ebay

Arturia Wurli V - A detailed demo/tutorial of this updated classic

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We explore the new upldated Wurli V3, part of Arturia's recently relased V Collection X. It's a recreation of the Wurlitzer Electronic Piano heard. Originally intended as a home and educational instrument, it's iconic sound can be heard on many records in jazz, funk, rock, soul and beyond. We go over all of its main-panel and advanced futures, and take a look at a few of the factory presets"

00:00 Introduction
00:21 History of the Wurlitzer Electronic Piano
01:09 Main panel of the Wurli V
02:27 Advanced Panel features
07:53 Effects panel
12:40 Factory Presets
15:36 Conclusion

THE FIRST COMMERCIALLY RELEASED DRUM MACHINE - Wurlitzer Sideman

video upload by THIS MUSEUM IS (NOT) OBSOLETE

"The Museum Is now going to Offer sample packs of its machines,
a couple a month to help fund improvement of the running of the museum to be open more often and offer more this coming year after the refurbishment we are doing over the next few months.
Johnny is now recording some of the machines at the museum and offering them as sample packs. https://this-museum-is-not-obsolete.c...
the first one is of the Wurlitzer Sideman,
this specific machine :- [posted here]
it is run through numerous mic and effects pedal setups. and also foley sounds."

Arturia V Collection vs the Real Hardware : Part 2

video upload by Luke Million

Part 1 here

"Part 2 of having some fun comparing the Arturia V Collection to their Hardware counterparts that I own.

No processing of audio is applied except for a dash of UAD EMT 140 Plate Reverb.

1. 1983 Yamaha DX7 vs Arturia DX7 V
2. 1983 Oberheim OB-8 vs Arturia OP-XA V
3. 1971 Clavinet D6 vs Arturia Clavinet V
4. 1978 Korg MS-20 vs Arturia MS-20 V
5. 1968 Wurlitzer EP 200 vs Wurli V2"

Unique Roland Jupiter 8 and Wurlitzer sounds in action.

video upload by Luke Corradine

"A live demonstration of the blending capability of the classic Jupiter 8 with the famous Wurlitzer electric piano and the Minimoog."

Vintage keys: Jupiter 8 + Minimoog + Wurlitzer

video upload by Luke Corradine

Jupiter8 + Minimoog + Wurlitzer in improvisation and vintage vives

PINK FLOYD The Dark Side Of The Moon Miniature Project 50 Years - Handmade Miniatures 1/6 scale

video upload by Ronaldo Lopes Teixeira ROLT

The synths, keyboards, and effects used in Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon.


Hammond RT-3 Organ + Leslie 122 Speaker
EMS SYNTHI AKS
EMS VCS3 Putney
Fender Rhodes 73 Stage Electric Piano
Farfisa Combo-Duo Organ
Steinway Baby Grand Piano
Wurlitzer Electric Piano
Moog Minimoog
Binson Echorec 2
EMS SYNTHI HI-FLI Guitar Synthesizer
Hiwatt 100 AMP

ELECTRIC PIANO - Sampled vs Physical Modelling (RHODES & WURLI)

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Back-to-back shootout of the FENDER RHODES and WURLI sounds of NATIVE INSTRUMENTS SCARBEE VINTAGE KEYS and PIANOTEQ ELECTRIC PIANO.

Demo and review of the dry sounds so you can hear for yourself the difference between physical modelling and a sample library."

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK
► WEBSITE https://woodypianoshack.com - additional links there.
► PIANO INSPIRATION SERIES http://bit.ly/inspiration_welcome
► SUPPORT http://bit.ly/wps_support
► MUSIC https://woodypianoshack.bandcamp.com

Peace Piece with my son - Wurlitzer & Pro 2

video upload by Senti mental

"Original composition by Bill Evans;
here, improvisation on the chords."

Genuine Wurlitzer Organ Owner's Manual Model 555 with Orbit III Synthesizer

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via this auction

Pinky ring.

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The First Ever Drum Machine You Could Buy - 1959 Wurlitzer Sideman

video upload by LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER

"Today we take a look at the Wurlitzer Sideman, the first Commercially Released Drum Machine.
Download the wav of the samples from this machine and much much more :- https://www.patreon.com/lookmumnocomp...
it also makes @THIS MUSEUM IS (NOT) OBSOLETE get bigger and better."

Also see: The 1932 Rhythmicon - World's First Rhtyhm Machine

And: posts mentioning the Wurlitzer Sideman.

Maestro Phase Shifter PS-1A (with Yamaha Reface CS and Wurlitzer 200A)

video upload by CGMAGIK

"The sweet sounds of the vintage Maestro Phase Shifter!"

Rare Vintage Wurlitzer P100 Tote a Tune Analog Preset Keyboard

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A few demos of the P100 above. The Wurlitzer model was cream white, the Hohner dark brown.

via this auction

"Excellent working condition! All voices and functions operate very well. Onboard speakers function well without distortion. Touch control strip that adds diminished 7th, Minor, or both to the chords works very well. Cosmetic condition is good, with some minor scuffs and scratches to finish. See photos for full details. 49 spring action keys. Auto rhythm and arpeggiator functions with separate volume control. 12 selectable voices. Auto bass chord accompaniment with separate volume control. Expression pedal and sustain pedal inputs. Runs off 2-prong IEC cable or 12v car battery input. Auxiliary input/output jacks."

Piano, Harpsichord, Organ, Accordian, Vibraphone & Strings.

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