Craig Padilla - SURFACE ASCENT (Live) - MST/Division6, Mattson Mini Modular, MPC ONE, MODX M

video upload by Craig Padilla

"Trick or treat once again with another live performance in the studio! it's also inspired by the spirit of Halloween! And, once again, it's been captured on video by Colleen Padilla.

'Surface Ascent' is a long piece of music in four parts. It was performed in front of a few of my friends, Donny and Romy Oster, and Skip Murphy. Their energy during the performance was inspiring.

This song features heavy use of many synthesizers and effects:
Akai MPC ONE
Yamaha MODX M7
Synthrotek MST & Division 6 Modular with Source Audio Collider
Mattson Mini Modular with Source Audio Nemesis
ARP 2500 Sequencer
Arturia MatrixBrute
Hologram Microcosm
TC Electronics Ditto X4

The Mattson Mini Modular and ARP 2500 Sequencer modules create an underwater sonar-like vibe before the first rhythmic sequence begins.

Huge THANKS to George Mattson for building the MST / Division 6 Modular and Mattson Mini Modular.

This epic song will be available on my new live album 'First Light Over Aurora'. It will be available at www.CraigPadilla.com .

Please consider donating a much appreciated monetary tip to the performer to: PayPal.me/CraigPadillaMusic"

'Escape from New York' Theme (Prophet-10 Rev4 + Drums) Cover - John Carpenter

video upload by PKN Synth

"Main Theme by John Carpenter in association with Alan Howarth. I had covered this a long while ago, but always intended to revisit it. This updated version is a combination of my favorite elements from each released version of the theme.
/ pknolan

A huge thank you to my friend Javier Puretz on drums.

Keyboards & Production by Paul Nolan

Filmed by Paul Nolan and Daniel McConnell
Editing and 80s graphics by PN in Davinci Resolve.

Hardware Synths used:
Sequential Prophet-10 Rev4
Ensoniq ESQ-1 (stereo bass)

Other gear used:
Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Kit
Ludwig 70s Acrolite Snare
Zildjian K Cymbals
Arturia KeyLab Essential mk3 MIDI Controller
Fender Sunburst Strat ...(didn't show this on camera since I'm not a great player) It's playing chord layers.

Software:
Korg Arp Odyssey
Cherry Audio Quadra
NI Scarbee Rickenbacker Bass
NI Session Guitarist - Electric Mint (for chord layers)
Shreddage 3 Stratus Free (for wide strat)

If you read this far.. did you catch the hints of the Escape From L.A. theme I threw in, or the EFNY end credits outro? Let me know in the comments!"

matrix note: giving this one the Halloween label, not for the movie, but for John Carpenter, and for the mood.

Yamaha SEQTRAK Mobile Music Ideastation (Orange)

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Yamaha Seqtrak | Nadia Struiwigh - Live Performance at ADE 2026

video upload by Yamaha Synths Official

"Watch Nadia Struiwigh's full live performance at Amsterdam Dance Event 2026, where she uses two Yamaha SEQTRAK units to create jungle-inspired rhythms and evolving electronic soundscapes.

Combining drum programming, synthesis, sampling and sequencing, Nadia explores the creative possibilities of SEQTRAK, building intricate rhythms and shaping sounds in real time.

A live demonstration of how SEQTRAK can be used for hands-on electronic music production and performance."

A Tribute to Sir Patrick Stewart - 10/29/2026

video upload by I Love Cats and Synths

"As a long time fan of Star Trek, I was shocked and saddened by the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart, the actor who played my favorite Star Trek captain, Jean-Luc Picard. This is a quick synth tribute in his memory, based on the opening theme of Star Trek: The Next Generation by Jerry Goldsmith."

Yamaha SU10 Sampling Unit Portable Sampler

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Pro Synth Network at Synthfest UK: Vintage Yamaha Synths

video upload by Ian Dixon

"At the Pro Synth Network booth at Synthfest UK in Sheffield, Peter gives us a tour of a selection of vintage Yamaha synthesizers and keyboards.

The collection includes the Yamaha SK30, CS-5, CS-15, CS-15D and CS-20M. Peter explains the instruments' character, preset and memory features, gigging potential and their place in Yamaha's late-1970s synth history. The video also includes a short opportunity to hear the instruments being played.

Recorded at Synthfest UK in Sheffield on Saturday.

Chapters:
00:00 Pro Synth Network booth tour
00:28 Yamaha SK30
01:14 Yamaha CS-5 and CS-15
01:25 Yamaha CS-15D
01:42 Yamaha CS-20M
02:18 Vintage Yamaha design and presets
02:30 Playing the instruments"

Song for doomsday

video upload by graal7

unisson lead with summit
others sounds :xf 8 ,
bass :moog one
original song by graal7

Flash Zero - Trans-Mission

video upload by Mecanica Records

This one is in via Ivan Trajkovic aka deejayiwan.

Yamaha DX7 x 2 & Simmons drums. That's some fast fingerplay. I like their ARP Odyssey PPC style badges.

"Live on TV, 1989. Original audio.

Flash Zero - Conspiracy LP / CD
Order: http://goo.gl/qBSAIN

Repress of the second album by this Spanish act originally released in 1989. After their debut “1988” the band experienced some changes in their name, line-up, language and tendencies. Flash Zero moved from techno-pop to Electronic Body Music influenced by Front 242 and the Belgian music explosion of the late 80s.

Vinyl includes all tracks from the original version and a download code with some extra tracks. CD format is expanded also with some bonus and live studio outtakes.

All tracks have been carefully restored and remastered."

Noesis // Chamber of Circuits

video upload by Erica Synths

"A performance of Noesis by Latvian composer Anna Fišere, written for eight performers and fourteen synthesizers, bringing together musicians from Latvia's classical and electronic music scenes.

Inspired by Plato's concept of noesis - the highest form of knowledge achieved through direct, intuitive understanding - the composition challenges the boundaries between academic and electronic music. Combining contemporary composition techniques with the chamber orchestra format and electronic instruments, Noesis examines the relationship between human intuition and the algorithmic precision of machines.

Developed in close collaboration with Erica Synths, the piece brings together analogue, digital and modular synthesizers, using repetition, modulation and spectral harmonies to create an evolving musical structure.

Performers of Noesis: Rihards Plešanovs, Reinis Rabenau, Sonja Misiņa, Kaspars Tobis, Ansels Kaugers, Error, Madara Ozoliņa, Edgars Tomševics, conductor Artūrs Gailis.

Set design: Artūrs Virtmanis.

Produced by the cultural organisation Artes Liberales.

Read an interview with composer Anna Fišere: https://garage.ericasynths.lv/article..."

Craig Padilla - First Light Over Aurora (Live) - MST/Division6, MatrixBrute, MPC ONE, Modx M

video upload by Craig Padilla

"Please consider donating a much appreciated monetary tip to the performer to:
PayPal.me/CraigPadillaMusic

Trick or treat! Here we go again with another live performance in the studio! This time it's inspired by the spirit of Halloween! And, once again, it's been captured on video by Colleen Padilla.

'First Light Over Aurora' was performed in front of my wife's parents. Colleen had suggested that they should be here for this recording because they hadn't personally experienced one of my live performances. Thankfully, they enjoyed it. And their energy in the room during the performance was inspiring. It's always a treat for me to be able to play my music for others in a live setting.

This song features heavy use of four synthesizers and effects:
Akai MPC ONE
Yamaha MODX M7
Synthrotek MST & Division 6 Modular with Source Audio Collider
Arturia MatrixBrute
Hologram Microcosm
TC Electronics Ditto X4

The Mattson Mini Modular and ARP 2500 Sequencer modules are here on display, but they were used for another epic track, 'The Trench Protocol'.

This song will be available on my new live album 'The Trench Protocol - Live'. It's available at www.CraigPadilla.com."

Rare Red YAMAHA CS01 SN 24822

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Yamaha Reface DX Mini Mobile Keyboard SN UEBK01246

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Cinematic Ambient with Prophet-10, reface CS, and OP-1 field | Invisible Frost 2026-10-22 by atnr

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"Cinematic ambient created with the Prophet-10, reface CS, OP-1 field, and CP-88.

On the OP-1 field, detailed glitch beats and sustained synth pad sounds are recorded in advance. The MOTHER effect is used as the master effect to add gated reverb.

On the reface CS, the oscillator is set to FM while synth pads are performed. The output is processed through the MICROCOSM with deep reverb.

The Prophet-10 is connected to the blueSky and used to perform slow-attack synth pads.

The CP-88 is processed in the DAW with reverb from Native Instruments Raum.

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Yamaha TX7 FM Sound Module

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Yamaha Announces a New CK Series Stage Keyboard with CK76

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Playlist:
1. Yamaha CK Series | Overview Video
2. Yamaha CK Series | OS 2.0 Sound Demo
3. Yamaha CK76 | Chris Potter - Hurt To Love

Check with dealers on the right for pricing and availability.

Press release follows:

BUENA PARK, Calif. [October 21, 2026] – Yamaha today announced the CK76 Stage Keyboard, a new addition to the CK Series lineup that delivers an ideal balance of portability and performance for working musicians. Featuring a 76-key semi-weighted action, authentic piano, organ and synth sounds, intuitive hands-on controls, built-in speakers and battery-powered operation, the CK76 is designed to turn virtually any location into a stage or studio.

Joining the existing CK61 and CK88 models, the CK76 expands the award-winning CK Series with a versatile option for players seeking more range than a 61-key instrument, while maintaining the portability modern musicians demand. Drawing from the acclaimed Yamaha CP Stage Piano and YC Stage Keyboard lines, the CK76 combines acoustic and electric pianos, strings, brass, organs and modern synthesizer sounds in a streamlined instrument built for performance and creativity.

“Designed for musicians on the go, the portable 76-key CK76 stage keyboard brings together realistic acoustic pianos, vintage organs and modern synths from our CP and YC lines into a streamlined, highly intuitive interface,” said Nate Tschetter, senior manager, product marketing for synth, at Yamaha. “From the rehearsal room to the stage, the CK76 delivers the sounds, control and portability musicians need to create, perform and play anywhere.”

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Yamaha CS80 with Midi - see what happens with Arpeggios

video upload by Jose's Vintage Keys

"Recently my CS80 received an upgrade by Mark Cox - it now sends and receives midi...and that turns it into a completely different animal. Together with Linndrum, Moog Muse and Mini - JX10 en Perfourmer this little showcase turned into a nice Sunday afternoon jam."

Professional TOYS

video upload by AudioPilz

"Hey everybody, today we are going to talk about the true underdogs of music technology, the notoriously iconic Portasounds.

This product line of professional toys has been around for over 45 years and Yamaha released so many different models that it is hard to keep track even for terminally online gear freaks like myself.

We are going to take a deep dive into the long history of Yamaha Portasounds, try to find out which ones still offer the most utility for modern music production and - as I just recently fell victim to an impulse buy of what I consider to be one of the more desirable vintage versions - make some music.

00:00 Introduction
00:42 History of Yamaha Portasound
01:30 Yamaha Portasound Concept
01:51 Innovative Features
02:20 Portasounds and the DX7
02:45 PS, PSS, PSR
03:20 Synth Technologies: PASS
03:30 LoFi Squarewaves
03:42 ROM Samples
04:09 VSS Models - Casio-like Sampling
04:16 FM, Differences to other FM Synths
04:38 Which FM Portasound you should buy
04:57 Why the Yamaha Portasound PSS-680 ???
05:12 FM Engine
05:45 Classic Sounds
06:07 FX Section
06:38 PCM Drums
06:51 Sequencer, Midi Control
07:32 Best Portasounds
08:25 Dawless Jam
08:59 Outro"

KASSER SYNTHS: Data science on 93,000+ Sega Genesis FM presets | Ludo2026 talk

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"In August we presented at Ludo2026: a data science look at more than 93,000 Sega Genesis / Mega Drive FM presets for the YM2612.

What we found:
Algorithm 4 with max feedback dominates.
Games leave algorithm fingerprints.
GEMS speaks a different grammar.

Explore all seven sonic realms in DAFMExplorer, our open source preset explorer:
https://dafm-explorer.vercel.app
Source code: https://github.com/kassersynths/DAFME...

Read the full write-up on our blog:
https://kassersynths.com/ludo2026-seg...

Want to hear a bank on real hardware? Load a DefleMask .dmp on a real YM2612:
https://kassersynths.com/load-deflema...

Kasser Synths makes FM synthesizers with real Yamaha chips, built in Santander, Spain.
https://kassersynths.com"

Yamaha MR10 Preset Drum Machine

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