Cyma Forma RND: Deep Dive & Sound Demo (No External FX)

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"In this video, I am taking a detailed look at the Random (RND) synthesizer by Cyma Forma. This review and demonstration covers everything you need to know to get started with this unique instrument. I walk through the RN's basic functionality, panel layout, and connectivity options before diving into some hands-on sound design.

First, I explore the RND's capabilities as a standalone generative synthesizer, letting the instrument's internal logic drive the soundscape. Then, I demonstrate how it responds to external input by hooking it up to a MIDI controller and keyboard to play it more traditionally.

To give you the most accurate representation of what this instrument sounds like out of the box, all audio in this video was recorded straight from the RND's headphone output. There is no added reverb, delay, or external effects—just a touch of dynamics processing and mastering applied in Pro Tools to ensure optimal listening levels.

Timestamps (adjust to match your final edit)
00:00 - Opening Credits
00:30 - Intro
00:55 - Connectivity
01:10 - Feature List
02:10 - Standalone Demo 1
04:00 - Adding MIDI Controller/Keyboard
04:26 - Master Control: MIDi channel 01
06:20 - Controlling Individual Tracks: MIDI channels 2–5
06:20 - Controlling Individual Tracks: MIDI channels 2–5
08:02 - Controlling Individual Tracks (Solo): MIDI channels 6–9
09:40 - Modulating the Master Scale
10:17 - Closing Thoughts
12:15 - Standalone Demo 1 (Bonus Content)"

cyma forma/RND synth & Torso Electronics/S-4 Atmospheric Breaks erformance

video upload by 宮地楽器RPM シンセサイザーコーナー (旧Wurly's!)

"I tried combining the cyma forma RND synth with the Torso S-4!
All the synth sounds come from the RND, and the drums are played through the S-4.

By feeding the RND’s sound into the S-4 and applying granular effects in real time, the phrases sound even more dazzling!
It’s also convenient that I can power the RND directly from the S-4 via USB and sync MIDI between them!"

RND Synth from cymaforma with Buchla synthesizer - skipping ideas

video upload by Tom Leclerc

"recorded at my new studio - zinzolin studio"

Cyma Forma RND Synth - Ein Knopf Synthesizer mit SSF Drums - Melodic Techno

video upload by Daniel Rohr

"Melodic-Techno

1 melodisches Zufallspattern mit dem RND 'One Button' Synthesizer das nie mehr kommen wird.
Es ist eines aus 4,3 Milliarden sounds (4 294 967 296) das zufällig bei jedem Knopfdruck ausgewählt wird.

Drums mit modular Synthesizer SSF Steady State Fate

Direkt aufgenommen auf Zoom Recorder F8n Pro

Effekte:
Mutable Instruments Ripples (Filter)
Squarp Rample (Voices)
Intellijel Sealegs - (Delay)
Universe Zen Voskhod-2M (Reverb)"

"Game Over"

Cyma Forma ALT

video upload by Luca Longobardi

"14:25–14:26

A tow-minute minimalist study for four oscillators.

(Dedicated to the memory of G. H.)"

cyma forma ALT / Sound Demo by RPM #synthesizer #modularsynth

video upload by 宮地楽器RPM シンセサイザーコーナー (旧Wurly's!)

"cyma forma ALT is an analog synthesizer designed to produce drone sounds, soundscapes, and complex generative melodies. It features a system that allows you to intuitively control a wide range of sound sources—including five oscillators, white noise, and a microphone—using faders, knobs, light sensors, and a matrix of physical pins.

■RPM (Recording Proshop Miyaji )
A Tokyo-based specialty store for hands-on recording equipment
https://rpm.miyaji.co.jp/"

Cyma Forma ALT: A beautiful soundscape synthesizer from France

video upload by David Hilowitz Music

"The sample library I made can be found here: / patron-exclusive-163370979"

RND synth - complete walkthrough

video upload by cyma forma

"here it is! the complete walkthrough of all the connectivity options and features of RND synth. despite its apparent simplicity, there’s a lot to cover.

9 midi modes, analog sync, 4-track audio over usb, midi cc messages, external hardware sequencing using 4 midi out channels… it hides a lot of features for various workflows.

RND synth is available at https://store-cymaforma.com/"

RND synth - live session with Oda Fiasco Bravo

video upload by cyma forma

"meet our friend, collaborator and artist Oda Fiasco Bravo (@carnavaletmascarade).

for this live session in our workshop, the Digitakt is sending 4 different midi sequences to RND synth (acting as 4 parallel synths), while also playing pre-recorded samples of it.

the model:cycles is sending a midi clock to both the RND synth and the Digitakt while playing its own patterns.

this allows for a lot of layering and complex melodies, as well as additional fx."

Hapax + ALT : A Conversation In Sound

video upload by Squarp instruments and cyma forma

"Last year, our friends at cyma forma released ALT, a synthesizer unlike any other.

Intuitive, delicate, and endlessly surprising, it's the kind of instrument that constantly invites exploration. In this performance, Hapax acts as the conductor, providing structure and direction while leaving ALT free to be played by hand and reveal its unique personality.

A perfect pairing."

SUPERBOOTH 26: Cyma Forma RND Synth & ALT

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"The Cyma Forma RND Synth, or Random Synth, features just a single button that generates an entirely random patch with each press."

SUPERBOOTH 26: Cyma Forma ALT

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"Cyma Forma talk us through the ALT, an interesting new analogue synth that’s been designed with evolving ambient soundscapes in mind."

5 Oscillator generative ambient synth – Superbooth 2026

video upload by Let's Play Synths

"The Cyma Forma ALT came out late last year and is quite impressive – apart from its 5 oscillators, it comes with an LFO matrix for generative patterns and quite a few possibilities for getting ideas."

WHAT IS THIS? – Superbooth 2026

video upload by Let's Play Synths

"Cyma Forma just announced the 'RND' - a four voice synthesizer with a single button created with the French artist Bambounou. for 125 €, it has even MIDI output to control some external synths and is the ideal 'idea machine'"

cyma forma - RND synth | SUPERBOOTH 26

video upload by Bonedo Synthesizers

Sounds from Superbooth 2026: Cyma Forma ALT

video upload by Perfect Circuit

https://www.perfectcircuit.com

Introducing: RND synth - 1 button, 4 tracks, 4 billion ideas

video upload by cyma forma

"RND synth — a new synthesizer made by cyma forma and french artist Bambounou.

trade control for inspiration.

press the button, and every parameter is randomized, instantly creating a sound you've never heard before.

8 synthesis engines (and counting): subtractive, FM, acid, noise, speech, string, supersaw, additive

4 simultaneous instruments per patch each with its own sequence, individually mixable and recordable via 4-track audio over usb-c

4 channel midi in and out with 9 midi modes + analog sync in and out

an infinite source of musical ideas.

pre-order now at http://www.cymaforma.com

video by luca thiebault.
#rndsynth #synthesizer #synth #sounddesign #cymaforma #random"

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ALT synthesizer first major update

video upload by cyma forma

"ALT is upgrading to version 2.0.

this update brings many requested features:

ADSR envelope
microtonal scales
microtuning edit per note
chord progression midi mode
portamento
and more...

thanks a lot to Chapelier Fou for giving us the idea of the midi mode 4.

read the release note: https://cymaforma.com/v2-release-note/"

Playing Without a Map / Cyma Forma ALT

video upload by OoraMusic

"A performance and reflection on what it means to truly play.
In a world of presets, screens, and precision, this is an exploration of something more fragile — and more human.
Using the Cyma Forma ALT, a 5-voice analog instrument designed for improvisation, I move between structure and freedom, control and surrender.
This is not about building a track.
It’s about being present while sound unfolds.
Improvisation becomes a practice —
of listening, reacting, and letting go of the need to know where you’re going.
No presets. No fixed outcomes.
Just gesture, attention, and the moment."

improvisation with ALT by cymaforma

video upload by Tom Leclerc

"thanks again cymaforma for lending me this beautiful synth"

Cyma Forma ALT Rhythmic Experiment

video upload by Laboratory 0

"Some additional pads & synths were added in post"