SynthFest 2018 - Synclavier History by Jean-Bernard Emond

video upload by SynthFest France

This one is in via Jean-Bernard Emond. Click CC at the bottom of the player for subtitles. This is an older video from 2018 but still interesting. This is also a good reminder that SynthFest France 2026 is happening this weekend: https://www.synthfestfrance.com.

"I invite you to revisit my short 2018 talk (33 minutes), still relevant today, on the history of digital synthesis—specifically FM synthesis. It covers everything from the NED Synclavier to Yamaha’s FM machines, and ends with the audio engines from the Hal Alles family tree (ATT Bell Labs), starting with the Alles Synth, then the Crumar GDS, and finally the DKI Synergy."

Jean-Bernard Emond also sent in the following links:

The latest on WaveFrame’s AudioFrame: https://mustudio.fr/2026/04/17/waveframe-corporation-audioframe-2/

"And another previous piece on audio in NeXT computers, especially focusing on what was developed at the IRCAM and CCRMA research centers: https://mustudio.fr/2024/06/21/sound-on-the-next/"

UVI made a virtual AudioFrame previously featured here.

See the WaveFrame label below for a handful of posts on the site.

Probando el Yamaha DX-1: el sintetizador digital más exclusivo de la historia

video upload by Mauro Brunetti Música

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"En este video exploramos en profundidad el Yamaha DX-1, uno de los sintetizadores más difíciles de conseguir de todos los tiempos.

Considerado el modelo más exclusivo de la serie DX, el Yamaha DX-1 fue diseñado como una verdadera obra maestra de la síntesis FM. Con una construcción premium, teclas contrapesadas y una arquitectura basada en el legendario Yamaha DX7, este instrumento representó el máximo lujo tecnológico de su época."

Googlish:

"In this video, we explore in depth the Yamaha DX-1—one of the rarest synthesizers of all time.

Considered the most exclusive model in the DX series, the Yamaha DX-1 was designed as a true masterpiece of FM synthesis. With premium build quality, weighted keys, and an architecture based on the legendary Yamaha DX7, this instrument represented the pinnacle of technological luxury in its era."

And one on the CS80:

Programando el Yamaha CS-80: el sintetizador más expresivo de la historia

video upload by Mauro Brunetti Música

"En este video exploramos en profundidad el Yamaha CS-80, uno de los sintetizadores más expresivos y míticos de todos los tiempos.

Considerado por muchos como el sintetizador más expresivo de la historia, el CS-80 revolucionó la forma de tocar sintetizadores gracias a su aftertouch polifónico, su ribbon controller y su enorme capacidad para moldear el sonido en tiempo real.

En este recorrido programamos sonidos paso a paso y exploramos las posibilidades expresivas que hicieron del Yamaha CS-80 un instrumento único, capaz de responder al intérprete como pocos sintetizadores en la historia."

"In this video, we take an in-depth look at the Yamaha CS-80—one of the most expressive and legendary synthesizers of all time.

Considered by many to be the most expressive synthesizer in history, the CS-80 revolutionized the way synthesizers are played, thanks to its polyphonic aftertouch, ribbon controller, and immense capacity for real-time sound shaping.

In this walkthrough, we program sounds step-by-step and explore the expressive possibilities that made the Yamaha CS-80 a truly unique instrument—one capable of responding to the performer in a way that few other synthesizers in history ever could."

Moog Opus III+Yamaha CS15d+ Korg Monopoly

video upload by Sebastian Galassi

"Trying out different nuances alongside these beautiful synths!

Moog Opus III - Polysynth/String
Yamaha CS15d - Theme
Korg Monopoly - Bass

Phaser - EH Small Stone"

New DX7 Patch Bank with 80s Magic | Download now!

video upload by Espen Kraft

00:00 Demo song
00:50 What is this bank?
02:30 Demo of patches in more detail

"Get my new DX7 Patch Bank now — a premium collection of 32 of my best Electric Piano voices for the Yamaha DX7, DX7II and TX802, and for software or hardware that can import or load original Yamaha DX7 / DX7II voice data.

Price is only $12USD for the bank. You can get the bank from me directly through email here: espenkraft69@gmail.com You can also get the bank here:

https://thepatchbay.io/product/yamaha...

This is not a random bank put together overnight. These sounds have been with me for decades — some of them all the way back to the 1980s. They have been carefully selected, edited and refined over many years, and used by me on my own albums as well as in commercial music productions. Every sound in this collection earned its place. There is not a single filler patch here.

All 32 voices are Electric Piano based, but they sound much more varied than that. The have a wide musical range inside their category: some are glassy, some bell-like, some harder and more cutting, some soft and smooth, and some have that extra glossy, polished sheen that makes a part instantly sit right in a track. Some are more like pads, while others can be used as leads or bass depending on where you play it on the keys.
They are polished for maximum musicality and usability, and they work especially well either on their own, layered with other voices from this bank, or combined with other sounds in a full arrangement.

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PlantsSystem-LiveZen

video upload by plantssystem

‪@plantssystem-ufo‬
'LiveZen' — a meditative performance shaped around the Duos.
Built with the Poly‑Sequencer, Prophet‑5, CS‑10, and the spatial processing of the VS‑1880 (RSS), this piece blends improvisational noise textures from Duos with the delicate tones of the Prophet‑5 and CS‑10.
A quiet, breathing soundscape that drifts between motion and stillness.

#plantssystem #livezen #duos #polysequencer #prophet5 #cs10 #rss #vs1880 #noise"

Yamaha FS1R FM Rackmount Tone Generator (Format Shaping / 8-Operator FM Synthesis) SN PJ01093

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"The Yamaha FS1R is a highly advanced 1U rackmount FM synthesizer released in 1998, renowned as one of the most powerful and complex synthesisers of its era. It features 8-operator FM synthesis, 88 algorithms, and unique Formant Shaping, allowing it to produce human-like vocal sounds, complex pads, and percussive tones without using samples."

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Yamaha DX27S FM 4OP Algorithm Synthesizer

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Yamaha DX27 w/ built-in speakers.

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Yamaha Motif ES6 Music Production Synthesizer

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Yamaha PTX8 Digital Sample-Based Percussion Module SN OI01166 w/ Individual Outs

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Yamaha RM50 Rhythm Tone Generator w/ Individual Outs

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"The Yamaha RM50 is a 1U rackmount drum module from 1993, acting as the sound-module version of the RY30 drum machine. It features 16-bit AWM2 sound generation, 6 drum trigger inputs, and a 16-part multitimbral engine, offering a punchy, 90s-style, and highly editable percussion sound suited for electronic music. Tested in great working condition."

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Minimal Music with TENORI-ON and OP-1 field | Little Pan 2026-04-07 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A minimal music piece created with TENORI-ON and OP-1 field.

Created with TENORI-ON, OP-1 field, and MOTIF-RACK ES.

On the TENORI-ON, a simple phrase repeats while the pattern is gradually changed. Micro loop sound textures are layered using MOOD MKII.

On the OP-1 field, harmonies are performed while reverb and delay are applied using LOST+FOUND.

On the MOTIF-RACK ES, bell and log drum phrases are played with slight timing offsets."

Yamaha CS50 w/JH Polymodular Interface

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"This is a unique instrument: a classic Yamaha CS50 originally owned by the late Juergen Haible, one of the great synth design explorers of the last 30 years. He died in 2011, less than a year after I drove to Nuremberg to collect this by hand.
Many of his designs and explorations of classic synth and effect architecture found their way into top musicians' possession and have stayed there - I've delivered several to their studios,and they are still there decades later.

The CS50 is great in its own right as one of the warmest, most organic synths ever made, with a wonderful keyboard action and user interface. But this one is unique: Juergen's custom modification turns it into a modular controller as well.

The custom 19-inch rack connects to the CS50 with a set of DIN leads, and acts as a wonderful controller for a modular - or any suitably equipped monosynth. Although the polyphonic features he planned hadn't been completed, it still turns this instrument into something even more powerful and unique. A copy of Juergen's invaluable paperwork is included.

Cosmetically, the CS50 is a bit tatty at the back and is missing the cover for the mains lead on the underside, but is otherwise generally good. The important bits - keys, controls, front panel - are very good.

The rack is excellent, with (we presume) Schaeffer etching. Self powered (230V). Open frame construction behind the front panel, so it must be safely installed in a professional rack.

Two V/Oct outputs with high/low note priority, tune and transpose functions. It also brings out CVs for Aftertouch, PWM oscillator and Sub Oscillator. The 5-pin DIN jacks are *polyphonic* V/Hz outputs - they were intended for a polyphonic modular system, which was never realised. What you use are the 1/4 inch V/Oct outputs.

Checked over by Hideaway Studios in October 2020. I'm ashamed to say that it has sat wrapped up on a shelf ever since, waiting for a studio re-organisation that hasn't happened. So it may need a further check-up. Packing 48GBP - precious and heavy, with two carefully designed packages."

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Yamaha AN1X

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Yamaha SK-20 Symphonic Ensemble Vintage Synthesizer

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Sounds like a video game! #yamahasynth #synthesizers #synthjam

video upload by Soundscapes of Johann🎶

"Fun little jam!
Roland D-05, Yamaha Reface CS and CS01
Enjoy"

Magnificent YAMAHA CS 80 ---- sonic soul restored

video upload by The Synth King

"Hi,
enjoy the first sounds of the magnificent YAMAHA CS80 after a long time of restoring its very unique sonic soul. There are still a few things to fix, but it sounds already glorious. What do you think about the modified chorus (now a flanger style effect)?
Enjoy the music !
Bernd

00.00 Intro
00:12 Fat Brass
01:05 Smooth Brass
02:58 Glorious synth
03:45 Ring Mod Madness
04:43 Shiny Polysynth
05:38 Soft Pluck
07:32 High Passed Poly
08:55 Fat Reso Synth
10:42 Sawed LFO Polysynth"

Yamaha Electone FX1 organ & FM synthesizer w/ footpedals, bench

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Most Famous Synth Sounds

video upload by Nicolas Melis

"Most Famous Synth Sounds

A collection of some of the most famous synth sounds ever made, recreated using the synths I currently own
From the iconic DX7 electric piano to classic sounds from the D-50, M1, Minimoog and more — these are the tones that shaped countless records.
All sounds were played and recorded live. Some patches include a bit of reverb and delay.

0:00 Yamaha DX7 E.PIANO1
0:15. Roland JUNO60
0:26. Korg M1 Piano
0:43. Roland D50 Pizzagogo
0:54. Moog Minimoog Bass
1:01. Yamaha DX7 Full Tines
1:11. Roland JX8P Stab Brass
1:24. Korg M1 Organ 2
1:33. Roland D50 Staccato Heaven
1:49. Roland D50 Fantasia
2:07. Korg M1 Universe
2:24. Roland D50 OK Chorale
2:35. Roland D50 Shakuhachi
2:47. Yamaha DX7 Harmonica
2:55. Yamaha DX7 TUB BELLS
3:03. Yamaha DX7 Marimba
3:08. Moog Minimoog West Coast Whistle
3:19. Moog Minimoog Lead
3:30. Roland JX8P Sync Lead
3:37. Moog Minimoog Pop Corn
3:46. Yamaha Dx7 Bass 1
3:52. Roland D50 Afterthought
4:02. OB6 Jump brass
4:16. OB6 Sawyer Bass"

Yamaha DX1 +Hypersynth H-cards library

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"Superb condition and all original DX-1 Synthesizer. Beautiful condition throughout and supplied with Hypersynth H-Cards with complete DX library. Velocity and polyphonic after touch all working with only 3 lower keys that need a little pressure for the AT but not an issue. Supplied with a modern flight case on wheels and expression pedal."

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Yamaha SY55/TG55 Sound-Demo Video

video upload by M. Schmied (Mike Vintagemusic)

"Some of my favorite SY/TG55 Sounds without any other FX!
Have fun!!"