Actium cover on MMT-8

video upload by Collector Current

"In this video I show you my cover of the Aphex Twin song 'Actium' from the Selected Ambient Works 85-92 album.

Gear used: Alesis MMT-8, Roland R-8, Roland SH-01A, Yamaha TX802, Mackie 1402VLZ4, Empress Zoia.

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

Figuring out the circuitry of old DIY drum synth

video upload by organfairy

"I play it manually at 3:23 and run it with a step sequencer at 4:17.

This is another un-documented one from the vaults - one that I, for some inexplicable reason, have not made any written information about.
So in this video I go through it and find out how it is made.

The music is 'No Hollywood movie', originally recorded by Lesley Hamilton, that was a hit in Germany in 1978. Same year it was recorded in Danish by Gitte Hænning as 'Hollywood drømme' and in German as 'Von Hollywwod Träumen'. I play it on my Yamaha HE-8 organ with Korg Rhythm 55 drum machine - but I probably didn't do a very good job since YT couldn't recognise it..."

Yamaha DX100 Digital FM Keyboard Synthesizer

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The CS-80 Sounds DEAD Without FX?! | Vangelis RAW

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"Everyone says the Yamaha CS-80 needs huge reverb and delay to sound alive…
But does it really? In this video, you’ll hear the real CS-80 completely DRY – no FX, no EQ, no compression – recreating eight classic Vangelis riffs exactly as they come out of the synth.

Can the legendary 'Synth of the Gods' still sound inspiring with nothing on it? You decide.

🎧 Best listened to on good speakers or headphones

✅ Real Yamaha CS-80
✅ 100% Dry – No FX, EQ or compression
✅ Iconic Vangelis sounds played live

⏱️ Time Stamps

00:00 – Intro
00:15 – Vangelis – Chariots of Fire Brass Melody
00:49 – Vangelis – Blade Runner Brass Line
01:59 – Vangelis – Blade Runner String Pad
03:00 – Jon & Vangelis – I Hear You Now Main Theme
04:33 – Vangelis – Chariots of Fire Brass Lick
05:10 – Vangelis – To the Unknown Man Intro Melody
06:41 – Vangelis – Blade Runner Flute Intro Line
08:07 – Vangelis – Blade Runner Brass Line (No Bass)
09:04 – Outro

💬 Comment Challenge:
Does the CS-80 really sound dead without FX – or is its raw tone still unbeatable?
Tell me what you think below 👇"

This 1990s Rack Synth Was a Monster: Yamaha TG77

video upload by Espen Kraft

"The Yamaha TG77, the module version of the SY77. A powerful combination of FM synthesis and Wave memory. Extremely deep and advanced. The SY77 came out in 1989 with the module the year after. Both surpassed by the SY99 the year after that.

The demo song uses none of the internal TG77 drum sounds. The 'real' electric guitars are not from the TG77 either of course. All the synth sounds and bass are from the TG77. Heavily layered, processed and mixed in the DAW. Some of the effects used on the individual patches later in the video are from external effects.

00:00 Intro Song (by Espen Kraft)
00:34 TG77 Synthesizer
00:55 How the TG77 works - full breakdown/tutorial
09:22 The evolution of the Yamaha flagship synths
10:23 Some nice TG77 sounds/patches
17:03 Do you want one?"

Born Slippy (Nuxx) - Underworld - synthesizer intro

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Yamaha | SEQTRAK OS v2.0 update - w/ AI Overdub?

video upload by Yamaha Synths Official

The descriptive overdub sounds like AI to me. If anyone knows otherwise, feel free to comment. Thought it was interesting if so. This might be the first video from a synth manufacturer to feature an AI vocal description.

"SEQTRAK OS v2.0 brings new creative flexibility and faster workflows for music makers.
This update introduces new Track Types, expanded global controls, and improved app backup functionality to help you capture ideas, customise your setup, and stay focused on creativity.

Key features include:
New Track Types: Convert Drum Tracks into AWM2 Synth Tracks or combine multiple Drum Tracks into a single Drumkit Track.
Expanded BARLENGTH control: Now available on Drum Tracks for consistent phrase editing across your project.
Enhanced ALL knob functions: Make quick global adjustments to Volume, BPM, Swing, Scale, and more.
SEQTRAK APP v2.0: Improved backup and sound management for safer, more portable workflows.

SEQTRAK OS v2.0 is designed to keep your creative process fast, flexible, and performance-ready.

Download OS v2.0: https://yamaha.io/40aOqGn
Explore the Seqtrak here: https://www.yamaha.com/2/seqtrak"

Yamaha DX5 Synthesizer

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Yamaha DX200 Desktop Control FM Synthesizer w/ Printed Service Manual

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"Yamaha DX200 Desktop Control FM Synthesizer DX7 PLG150-DX with PSU"

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Yamaha DX-1 SN 1011

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"Original vintage SERVICED Yamaha DX1 in absolutely stunning, collector condition, perhaps the finest example extant. Only 140 of these digital monsters were ever produced, and this paragon is their queen.

She functions flawlessly. Every key, control, parameter and voice is 100%, and she sounds…. Just wow. So huge. So powerful. Scary deep."

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Yamaha MODX M6 J106MODX Roland Juno-106 Analog Synth Sample Pack Rik Marston

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Yamaha DX7 Digital FM Keyboard Synthesizer SN 94268

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Yamaha TX7 FM Sound Module

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Ambient Jazz with Delayed Synths and Electric Piano | Detection 2026-01-09 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"It is an ambient jazz composition where delay-processed synthesizer tones are layered with electric piano textures.

On the Music Easel, delay and micro-loop textures are generated using the ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MKII. Additional tape-style character is added with LOST+FOUND using the GEN LITE effect, along with a subtle layer of reverb.

The CP-88 performs an electric piano tone, processed with its built-in delay and deep reverb applied via the ‪@strymon‬ blueSky.

On the OP-1 field, synth pads are played with the internal reverb set to a deeper level, blending softly into the overall soundscape."

quantum entanglement

video upload by Ebotronix

Roland A 70,
Yamaha FS1R,
Arturia Minifreak,
Haken Audio ContinuuMini,
Line 6 DL 4 MK 2,
Hologram Electronics Microcosm Special Edition 2024,
Strymon Big Sky MX, in Dual Mono Mode controlled with
Midi CC by, 16n Faderbank, AtoVproject ,
Bastl Bestie,
08.01.2026
video# 2597

Ptolemy cover on RX5, TX802, SH-01A

video upload by Collector Current

"In this video I show you my cover of Aphex Twin's "Ptolemy" from the Selected Ambient Works 85-92 album.

I made the drums with the Yamaha RX5, using an RX5USB board on which I loaded Roland R-8M samples. The bass is coming from a Roland SH-01A. The other two melody parts are played on a Yamaha TX802. The three melody parts are sequenced with a Roland MSQ-700.

During the performance I keep touching the computer; that is to stop the screensaver from turning on. The computer screen shows my notes of the structure of the song.

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

Triple-Meter Synth Leads and Piano Layers | New Moon 2026-01-07 by atnr

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"This piece was created using the ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, ‪@YamahaSynthsOfficial‬ CBX-K1XG, and CP-88. It is a composition where a waltz-like triple-meter beat supports layered synth leads and piano performance.

The Prophet-10 is processed through the ‪@strymon‬ NIGHTSKY, applying reverb and filtering.
Its distorted synth lead sound is played in unison with the CBX-K1XG.

On the CBX-K1XG, a choir timbre is used, further enhanced with additional synth-lead character via ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ LOST+FOUND.

The CP-88 is used to perform the piano parts.
Other elements, including harmonies and rhythmic components, are constructed within the DAW."

Gentle Synth Layers and Delayed Piano | Weaver’s Shadow 2026-01-06 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"This piece was created using the ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, ‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ Moog One, ‪@NordKeyboards‬ Nord Lead, ‪@YamahaSynthsOfficial‬ CP-88, and CBX-K1XG.
It is a composition where gentle synthesizer tones are layered with delay-soaked piano sounds.

On the Prophet-10, slow-attack synth pads are performed and processed with reverb and filtering using the ‪@strymon‬ NIGHTSKY.

The CP-88 is used to play piano with its built-in delay and reverb.

On the CBX-K1XG, string sounds are performed and processed through ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ LOST+FOUND, adding reverb and delay.

The Moog One plays soft, low-attack synth pads with a generous amount of reverb applied via its master effects.

The Nord Lead provides additional synth pad layers, processed with reverb using the ‪@gfisys‬ Specular Tempus.

As the layered synthesizer sounds gradually overlap and fade away, the piano weaves through the space, filling the gaps between them."

Yamaha Reface YC Portable Combo Organ

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First try at making music for FM synthesis

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"I'm very happy that Ed Brindley has made this FM sound module for the RC2014 and similar computers. This is the technology used in early PC soundcards and synthesisers like the DX1000. This is my first go at tracking music for this sound card. I used Furnace Tracker, exported to .vgm and ran Ed's music player to play it. You're hearing the capture from the new sound card.

Relevant links:

My track:
https://peacockmedia.software/misc/fi...

Ed's project:
https://maidavale.org/projects/rcbus-...
https://github.com/electrified/rcbus-...

Collection of OPL3 instruments:
https://magmainia.newgrounds.com/news...

0:00 talky bit
1:07 explanation of techniques used
2:16 the music"