Bad Gear - The BEST and WORST Synth EVER

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"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. Today we are going to talk about the 1998 Yamaha FS1R which is simultaneously the best AND worst synth of all time."

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
00:34 Overview Yamaha FS1R
01:40 Filters, FX
02:18 Software Editor
02:36 Why it is complex, Engine Deep Dive
03:14 Operators, Envelopes, LFOs, More Filter Stuff
03:43 UI Pain, Macros
03:58 Formant Synthesis, FSeqs
04:23 Multitimbrality, Patches
04:58 Price, Thanks
05:26 H*te Screen
05:56 Jam 1 ( Techno )
06:43 Jam 2 ( Drum'n'Bass )
07:56 Finale ( Retrofuturist Elektro )
08:25 VERDICT

Yamaha PS-55 Portasound Sound Variations with Roland RE-150 Space Echo

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"Yamaha PS-55 Portasound Sound Variations with Roland RE-150 Space Echo

Recorded with
*Yamaha PS-55 Portasound
*Roland RE-150 Space Echo"

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Cut-Up Beats, Bass, and Keys | Obliquity 2026-06-17 by atnr

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"A beat-driven piece built from cut-up drums, bass, and keyboard instruments.

This work features Prophet-10, CP-88, and OP-1 field.

On the Prophet-10, the main melody is performed. The CP-88 provides the harmonic foundation.

On the OP-1 field, decorative phrases are played and processed with delay through the ‪@strymon‬ TIMELINE.

The bass and drum parts are recorded separately and edited in a DAW.

#beatmusic #prophet10 #cp88 #op1field #synthjam #neosoul #cutups #breakbeats"

Yamaha CS10 Quick Demo

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Yamaha FS1r x Arpeggio by Roland T3 x Drums TR8s

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"Back in the jam with the Yamaha FS1r FM Synthesizer and his friends T3 / TR8s by Roland

Modulation on FS1r Preset „Hyperfuzz“

Focus on 📊

💡 Frq EG of OP5 (Modulator) ~ OP6 (Carrier)

Frq EG Parameter: Kind of Wave Shaper / \
Initial Level
A Level
A Time
D Time"

See the Skerjanc for additional posts featuring the Yamaha FS1R controller.

Brothers In Arms - Dire Straits - synthesizer intro

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6/11/26 Pasco Scientific 9301 + Heathkit ID-4101 + Rucci 16-step CV seq + Yamaha EM-100

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"6/11/26 Pasco Scientific 9301 dual function generator + Heathkit ID-4101 switch + Rucci 16-step CV sequencer + Yamaha EM-100

One Heathkit ID-4101 switch and two Pasco Scientific 9301 dual function generators are being used as oscillators, modulated by the pulse output and CV output on the Rucci 16-step CV sequencer. The banana-jack audio outputs are converted to TS 1/4” by the Low-gain Electronics format jumbler, then mixed on the Yamaha EM-100, with its internal spring reverb."

Electronica with Toy Piano and Fading Harmonies | Ephemeral Tones 2026-06-09 by atnr

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"An electronica piece built around toy piano sounds and quietly fading harmonies.

This work features KAWAI toy piano, ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, and ‪@YamahaSynthsOfficial‬ CP-88.

The toy piano is recorded with an NT-4 microphone. Delay is applied through the ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MKII, with layered micro loops adding additional texture.

On the CP-88, Rhodes sounds are performed with a subtle delay effect.

On the Prophet-10, synth pads provide the harmonic foundation. Additional reverb and granular processing are applied through the ‪@HologramElectronics‬ MICROCOSM.

#electronica #electronicmusic #minimalelectronic #piano #prophet10 #chasebliss #microcosm #cp88"

Drifting Between Signals | SEQTRAK, Analog Four & Machinedrum

video upload by Hideo Nakasako

"Tonight's ambient session explores evolving textures from the Yamaha SEQTRAK and Elektron Analog Four, layered with minimal rhythms from the Machinedrum.

The performance gradually unfolds through subtle variations, shifting tones, and gentle movement between melody, texture, and rhythm. Everything was routed through the Octatrack, allowing the sounds to continuously transform and drift throughout the session.

Gear:
• Yamaha SEQTRAK
• Elektron Analog Four
• Elektron Machinedrum
• Elektron Octatrack

Thanks for listening."

Post-Classical Music with Piano and Synthesizers | Unawakened 2026-06-08 by atnr

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"A post-classical piece in which piano and synthesizer sounds alternate and intertwine.

The instruments used are ‪@YamahaSynthsOfficial‬ CP-88, ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, ‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ Moog One, ‪@NordKeyboards‬ Nord Lead, and ‪@buchlausa‬ Music Easel.

On the CP-88, piano phrases are performed, while the Moog One and the other synthesizers respond with complementary parts throughout the piece.

The Prophet-10 is processed through the ‪@HologramElectronics‬ MICROCOSM with reverb and filtering. The Nord Lead is processed with reverb through the Specular Tempus.

On the Music Easel, lead melodies are performed with its built-in spring reverb and additional reverb from the ‪@strymon‬ blueSky."

The new Painter Sequencer and Yamaha SEQTRAK

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"Available now in Condukt 1.4 Beta"

Small Synth, Huge 80s Sound | YAMAHA DX100

video upload by Eaglechild

"5 short 80s rock-style intros played on the Yamaha DX100.
All sounds are created using FM synthesis from this small but powerful 80s synth.

Even though the DX100 is a compact and affordable synth, it can produce surprisingly big and fat 80s-style tones."

Yamaha VL70M Virtual Acoustic Sound Module SN NM01355

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boards of canada - the process (cover)

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"A piano and synth cover of 'The Process' by the legendary Boards of Canada, from their incredible new album, 'Inferno'.

I've been captivated by the 'Inferno' album since its release and wanted to share my interpretation of this beautifully soothing and melancholic track. If you enjoy this, let me know in the comments! I'm planning to cover more from the album soon, with 'Naraka,' 'Hydrogen Helium Lithium Leviathan,' and 'Blood in the Labyrinth' being next on my list.

What's your favorite track from the new album?

// GEAR & SOFTWARE
🎹 Synths & Keys:
Yamaha DX7 (as MIDI controller)
Pianoteq (Piano Sound)
Korg Wavestate (Pads)

🎛️ Effects (FX):
Eventide Blackhole (VST Reverb)

#boardsofcanada #boc #inferno #theprocess #synthcover #pianocover #ambient #idm #electronicmusic #yamahadx7 #korgwavestate #arturia"

Previously:

Boards of Canada New Seeds (short cover)

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"► here's the Vital VST patch for the lead sound:
https://tinyurl.com/mwy63h5t

A gem from the Tomorrow's Harvest. Far from perfect, but kinda close. I hope to do a full cover at some point. Hope you like! :)"

Yamaha RY10 Drum Machine

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Ambient Music with Synths and Forest Field Recordings | Resonance of the forest 2026-05-31 by atnr

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"An ambient piece layering the sounds of the forests of Karuizawa with ‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ Moog One, ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, ‪@NordKeyboards‬ Nord Lead, and ‪@YamahaSynthsOfficial‬ CP88.

On the Moog One, the filter envelope is set to loop mode, transforming chords into evolving drones.

On the Prophet-10, synth pads are performed with filtering and reverb applied through the ‪@strymon‬ NIGHTSKY.

On the Nord Lead, synth pads are played through the ‪@gfisys‬ Specular Tempus with reverb processing.

On the CP88, Rhodes sounds are performed with delay.

The field recordings were captured in the forests of Karuizawa. They include the sound of footsteps on fallen leaves, a small stream, and birdsong."

Vintage Yamaha DX7 Synthesizer Keyboard Keychain 1986

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Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! - ABBA - intro on Prophet 6

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Synth surfing over old movies 🏄‍♀️: Black Narcissus (1947))

video upload by Brad Breeck

"SYNTHS:
Oberheim OB-8
Moog Minimoog (MidiMoog)
Yamaha CS-80
Sequential Circuits Prophet 10/5 (Reissue)
Sequential Circuits Prophet VS
Roland Jupiter 8
Roland Jupiter 6
Korg MaxiKorg 800DV
Synpuls Pulser

DRUM MACHINE:
Korg Electribe ER-1 + JHS Modified Boss DS-1 + Overstayer Instrument Driver

MISC:
MFB Urzwerg Pro
Arturia BeatStep Pro

Track: CLODAGH
Artist: Brad Breeck
℗ 2026 Breecksohn, Inc
ISRC: QZZ7W2628685
PRO: ASCAP (Work ID: 936492651)
Publisher: Breecksohn, Inc

#BlackNarcissus #FilmScore #Soundtrack #BradBreeckRescores"

Yamaha CS-5 Monophonic Synthesizer SN 9102

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