12/10-19/25 Metasonix D-2000 + Make Noise Maths + Roland SH-101 + Gieskes Starving Binary + (…)

video upload by Cfpp0

"12/10-19/25 Metasonix D-2000 + Make Noise Maths + Roland SH-101 + Gieskes Starving Binary + Alesis MIDIVERB II + Peavey 1310 + Yamaha EM-100 + DBX 119 + ElectroComp EML 200

This was a test from earlier this month of a rack we installed above the Metasonix D-2000. There are two Make Noise Maths and a Gieskes Starving Binary triggering the D-2000. The D-2000 is heard as is, but it is also heard through the DBX 119, which gates the signal, and also gates a drone from the ElectroComp EML 200, which is fed through the DBX 119 at the same time. The Roland SH-101 is played manually, through a Peavey 1310 delay into a Yamaha EM-100 mixer, with the preamps cranked up and the internal spring reverb on. Everything has some Alesis MIDIVERB II."

CHEAP SYNTH meets ARRANGER KEYBOARD

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Demo of KORG MINILOGUE XD synth together with YAMAHA PSR SX920 arranger keyboard."

Lesson packs available for one-time purchase on Patreon.

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK: https://woodypianoshack.com

Yamaha CS-80 - first encounter with a legend

video upload by The Synth King

"Hi,
here is a video of my first encounter with the legendary Yamaha CS-80. The owner ask me to do a thorough inspection of the instrument and help him to sell it. This video lists all technical and cosmetic issues of the instrument. Please contact me if you´re interested in this fantastic instrument. [contact The Synth King on YouTube] Enjoy the music!
Bernd"

Benge electronic album Orgoustic Plus 30

video upload by Memetune Studio

"There is a new Benge album out today!



It's 30 years since I released my first album. This is a a kind of follow up

In 1995, I decided to set up a small home studio and record an album, using a combination of acoustic and electronic instruments. The result was my debut solo record Electro-Orgoustic Music, which was also the first release on my label Expanding Records

It was the beginning of a lifelong journey, a sonic adventure in which I explored my musical passions, combining old and new equipment, trying to discover my own unique voice with these fascinating instruments. I have followed my instincts and expanded my toolbox, but kept true to my original vision: to surround myself with inspirational tools and live amongst them, using them daily in my work and play

Here, I present to you an album made 30 years on from that debut recording, using a similar cast of instrumental characters, in fact many of the same ones which appeared on the first album

This album was made on the following equipment (asterisk denotes an appearance on the 1995 album):

Moog Modular 3C*
Arp 2500
Buchla 200
EMS VCS3*
Serge Modular
AKAI S950* / S5000 and AX73
Minimoog*
Yamaha CS40M
Korg Lambda
Baby Grand Piano*
Double Bass*
Clarinet*
Drums, Cymbals, Percussions*
Lexicon 224X and PrimeTime-95
AMS RMX16, Quantec QRS
Neve 88D Mixing Console"

DuckTales "Moon Theme" with Yamaha TX802 and TX816 | Which is which?

video upload by Espen Kraft

"Moon Theme from DuckTales made with the Yamaha TX816 and TX802, but which version is which? Part of a longer comparisons video between these two Yamaha flagship DX modules from the 80s."

Yamaha VSS 200 Sampling Keyboard + Patch Bay Demo

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via this Reverb listing

Demo in the listing previously posted here.

"Rare stereo keyboard which combines 100 2-op FM preset sounds, 10 rhythms and an 8-bit sampling function incorporating a four stage envelope generator and 9 adjustable DSP effects.

This unit has been custom modified to include a 14 point patch bay (five stackable patch cables included) which allows for the further processing of any sample recorded via the onboard microphone or phono input. The patch matrix generates an array of effects including aliasing, bit crushing, stuttering, bleeping and warped digital degradation, offering numerous unique lo-fi sound design possibilities. See the chapters in the YouTube video description for more details.

-49 half sized keys.
-Six voice polyphony (depending on the mode used)
-100 FM generated presets.
-10 rhythm patterns: 8 Beat, 16 Beat, Rock-A-Ballad, Samba, Bossa Nova, Tango, Swing, Disco, Waltz, March with fill button.
-Sample bit depth: 8 Bit.
-Sample length: 1.9 seconds, 16 kHz- with the option for double tracking.
-Sampling modes: Microphone/Sample Input, Internal voice bank, Overdub.
-9 DSP effects: Loop, U-Turn, Reverse, Echo, Fuzz, FM, AM, Level, Pitch with adjustable levels. Can be tweaked in real time.
-ADSR for amplitude.
-Power source: 9VDC by six "C" size batteries or external power supply.
-Output Ports: 6.35mm Headphone/Aux socket.
-Input Port: Sample In (RCA)."

Yamaha CS70 Polyphonic Synthesizer, brochure only, 4page, full color, vintage

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"Yamaha CS70 Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer Brochure. BROCHURE ONLY. 4 glossy pages, full color, big photo of CS70 inside and on cover. Very Good to Excellent condition. Vintage original, no punch holes, no writing, no highlights, no stains. USED. Time keeps on slipping into the future."

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Yamaha DX Series FM Synthesizers CATALOG, 12 page, DX1, DX7, full color, vintage

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"Yamaha DX Series Polyphonic FM Synthesizer CATALOG only. 12 full color glossy pages. Includes the DX1, DX7, DX9, KX1, KX5. Early 1980s publication in English. Very Good condition. Vintage original, does have punch holes, no writing, no highlights, no stains, USED. Time keeps on slipping into the future."

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Aegispolis cover on RX5 and TX802

video upload by Collector Current

"I've made a small setup with the Yamaha RX5, TX802 and Roland MSQ-700. To explore what's possible with these machines I tried to make a cover of Aphex Twin's Aegispolis from the Selected Ambient Works 85-92 album.

This lets me learn how to use this particular gear, and I get to learn something new about composition. I perform the whole track at the end of the video as a dub mix.

Sorry about all the dust, the sun was unforgiving today!

Blog: https://blog.jacobvosmaer.nl/
Music: https://music.jacobvosmaer.nl/"

Toto’s Steve Porcaro Shows How He Created the Synth Sounds on Africa, Human Nature, Rosanna, ...

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"In this monumental video, I’m sitting down in Steve Porcaro’s studio for a rare, up-close demonstartions at how one of the true synth legends created some of the most iconic sounds in music history.

What makes this so special is that Steve takes us step by step through the exact synthesizer techniques he used on massive hit records — including Michael Jackson’s 'Human Nature,' Toto’s 'Africa' and 'Rosanna,' as well as classic tracks for Hall & Oates, Don Henley, Donna Summer, and more. He also recreates these sounds on the same model vintage synthesizers he used on the original recordings.

As we dig in, Steve shares his personal approach to synthesis, how he builds multi-dimensional sounds, thinks about atmosphere and texture, and shapes parts so they serve the song emotionally, not just sonically. He also reveals how he writes out synthesizer parts on score paper, treating synths like orchestral instruments and arranging them with real intention.

This isn’t a preset rundown or surface-level demo. It’s a candid, in-studio conversation about process, musical thinking, with hands-on demonstrations from someone who helped define the sound of an era. If you’ve ever wondered how these legendary synth parts were truly made, now you can get it straight from the source, this is a moment you don’t want to miss!"

E.T. | With vintage synths and a Commodore 64

video upload by Espen Kraft

"Gear used:
Commodore 64 (Yes, this is played live, hands on, just as you see it in the video)
Roland S-10, JX-8P, Alpha Juno 2
Yamaha DX7s
Kontakt Orch.samples
Custom drum samples"

Dtronics DT-7 Yamaha DX7 Programmer

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"Dtronics DT7 – controller for Yamaha FM synths such as DX-7, DX-5, TX-7, TX-802 & TX-816.

Functions and layout are modelled after the legendary 1980s Jellinghaus controller.

This unit is new, tested years ago and not used (studio activities stopped) Complete original set. Comes with its PSU."

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Spacious Synth Layers with Prophet-10, Moog One & CP-88 | Deep Space 2025-12-08 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"This piece was created using the ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, ‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ Moog One, ‪@NordKeyboards‬ Nord Lead, and ‪@YamahaSynthsOfficial‬ CP-88.

Sustained bass tones form the foundation, over which spacious synths and electric piano textures gradually layer and evolve.

The Prophet-10 is connected to the ‪@strymon‬ NIGHTSKY, where reverb and filtering add depth and dimension.

On the Moog One, synth pads are performed with aftertouch modulation used to gently bend and animate the sound.

The Nord Lead provides the sustained bass tone, with a slow LFO applied to the filter for subtle movement.

The CP-88 plays a Wurlitzer-style electric piano tone, processed through the ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MKII, adding delay and tight micro-loop textures that blend into the atmosphere."

Yamaha SK-30 w/ Tubbutec Midi SN 3210

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"well preserved SK-30 with Tubbutec midi kit

($800 pro installation + €200 kit courtesy Patchwork Labs Brooklyn)

for more info on all midi functionality of the €200 KAC-62100 kit check the Tubbutec site"

via Tubbutec:

"TM62100 adds MIDI and additional features to SK15, SK20, SK30 and SK50D synthesizers. It is a direct replacement for the Yamaha YM62100 / YM621 key assigner and can also be used to replace defective original ICs – even when midi is not required. The original behaviour is fully maintained.

TM62100 might also work in organs such as Yamaha D85, please read these notes.

Features:

MIDI input and output on several channels with optional soft-through
Independent midi control of upper keyboard, lower keyboard and pedal sections
Full tonal range in split mode
Midi filter cutoff and resonance control
Additional filter LFO
Midi sustain control
Midi portamento control
Midi aftertouch
Note priority for the pedal/BASS section: Lowest/Last/Highest note
Built in configuration menu can set midi channels and other parameters.
Non-destructive installation can be reverted to original"

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Yamaha DX7 Voice Data Book by David Bristow for Keyboard Magazine in Japanese

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"Ultra Rare Voice Data Book by the great David Bristow, Japan only release!!

Full of unique patches to program into your amazing DX7.

Never offered on Reverb and Ebay before, ever, grab your chance to own this very sought after DX7 historical item."

Addtional posts mentioning David Bristow.

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Layered Delays and Shimmering Synths | Loose Connection 2025-12-06 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"This piece was created using the ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, ‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ Moog One, ‪@NordKeyboards‬ Nord Lead, and ‪@YamahaSynthsOfficial‬ CP-88.
Layers of delayed and reverberated tones overlap and gradually fade, forming a drifting ambient soundscape.

The Prophet-10 is processed with a deep reverb using the ‪@strymon‬ blueSky.

The CP-88 is recorded in two separate paths: the dry signal and another processed through ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ LOST+FOUND, adding tape-style coloration.

The Nord Lead is processed with delay using the ‪@gfisys‬ Specular Tempus.

On the Moog One, a flute-like tone is performed with a shimmer reverb applied via the master effects, enhancing its airy, ethereal quality."

Kawai K3m synthesizer | 80s string sound design

video upload by Espen Kraft

"The Kawai K3 is a hybrid synth from the 80s with digitally stored waveforms and a beefy analog filter (SSM2044) with resonance.
I use the module version K3m controlled by a Yamaha KX88 and Behringer BCR2000 in this video."

The Cars: Drive - 80s Vintage Synth Recreation

video upload by RetroSound

"(c)2007-25 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi

One of my favorite tracks from the mid 80s.
Drive by The Cars from the album Heartbeat City (1984)
Written by Ric Ocasek

Drive is a classic 80s ballad known for its beautiful, melancholic synthesized atmosphere.
Featured the Roland JX-3P and Yamaha DX7 II Synthesizer

https://retrosound.creator-spring.com

This cover song series contains my own recreations of my favourite songs from the last 50 years. The original music from which I take inspiration belong to their respective owners. I recreate tracks only for personal passion and to pay homage to these tracks."

Yamaha DX7 - All in one - EP Track 02

video upload by Sebastian Galassi

"Another small snippet from my upcoming EP, made almost entirely with the Yamaha DX7 and a handful of other Yamaha FM synths."

Yamaha DX7 - All in one - EP Track 01
video upload by Sebastian Galassi

"A small snippet from my upcoming EP, made almost entirely with the Yamaha DX7 and a handful of other Yamaha FM synths.

Equipment List:

Synth: Yamaha DX7
Drums: Roland TR 626 (upgraded with HKA Design ROM)
Reverb: Art DR-1
Reverb: Lexicon LXP-15
Delay: Roland DEP-3
Chorus: Digitech Studio 400"

Granular Kalimba Clouds & Piano Resonance | No Products 2025-11-28 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"This piece was created using the YAMAHA CBX-K1XG and the ‪@teenageengineering‬ OP-1 field.
It is an experimental ambient composition where granular-processed kalimba forms dense clouds of sound that blend with resonant piano tones.

The piano tones played on the CBX-K1XG are processed through the ‪@strymon‬ NIGHTSKY, adding a deep and spacious reverb.

On the OP-1 field, sustained tones with pitch-shifted textures are produced through the ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MKII, while the filter is opened and closed to create evolving movement in the sound."