Sequential Take 5 Presets Bank 1 | Hi-Fans

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芝麻布乐队翻唱坂本龙一 名曲 Toon poo | Hi-Fans

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Starting the day with some YMO featuring the Modal Cobalt 5S, DSI Mopho x4, & Moog Subsequent 25. KORG MS10 in the background.

New Waldorf Iridium Core | Hi-Fans Demo

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UDO super6 white,: one of the most beautiful synths ever | Hi-Fans

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Theremin of Quantum Mk2 | Hi-Fans

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UDO SUPER GEMINI Cover：Chariots Of Fire | Hi-Fans

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WALDORF STVC-TRYING THE VOCODER | Hi-Fans

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PWM Malevolent first look ！ | Hi-Fans

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Waldorf Iridium Keyboard Factory Preset Demo | Hi-Fans

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Waldorf Quantum mk2 is coming - the first experience of sound| Hi-Fans

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"The Waldorf Quantum MK 2 has a terrifying sound engine, massive voice storage, powerful modulation capabilities, and a stunning polyphonic touch back keyboard, making it an instrument that can be loved at first sight"

First touch with UDO super Gemini | Hi-Fans

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shimmer river: waldorf quantum mkii & modal argon8 | Hi-Fans

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fragment: live music(yamaha modx7) for flow yoga | Hi-Fans

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Novation Summit Multi Presets Demo | Hi-Fans

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Who is Your IDM Overlord?

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"In this video, we dive into Drumkid, Stolperbeats, and IDUM, three standout options for producers who want glitchy, experimental, and rhythmically complex results. Whether you’re building an IDM-focused Eurorack system or just searching for inspiration in hardware, this comparison breaks down the pros and cons of each module and how each fits into a modern workflow. Perfect for fans advanced rhythmic experimentation, this guide helps you decide which module best supports evolving beats, controlled chaos, and unconventional groove creation in a live or studio setup."

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:21 - Drumkid
04:20 - Stolperbeats
09:54 - IDUM
19:09 - Scorecard and Comparison Table

Ohmforce Bohm: Sculpting Transients and Reducing Boom
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"At a community member's request, I made this quick video exploring how to reduce boominess and amplify the transient on several Bohm kick drum models."

Chapters:
00:00 - Model 1
02:45 - Model 2
04:10 - Model 3
05:12 - Model 4

Hi-Hat Battle: Archer's Rig, Clutch, Metalloid & Noise Plethora

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"Rattle Battle is an in-depth, side-by-side comparison of four distinctive Eurorack hi-hat modules—Archer's Rig, Clutch, Metalloid, and Noise Plethora. Focusing on sonic character, modulation depth, metallic texture, noise generation, and real-world patching workflows, this shootout highlights how each module handles closed and open hi-hats and sculpting of metallic percussive timbres. Whether you’re building a hard-hitting techno drum voice, experimenting with noise-based percussion, or searching for the perfect hi-hat module to cut through a dense modular mix, this comparison is tailored to producers who demand hands-on hardware control, gritty sound design, and uncompromising modular performance."

00:00 - Intro
00:41 - Clutch
06:43 - Clutch
11:09 - Metalloid
15:30 - Noise Plethora
21:07 - Scorecard

Serge SSG

YouTube via hexenduction
"The Serge Smooth / Stepped Generator is very deep. Here are a handful of different patches that highlight some of the functions that can be performed through patch programming the different sections of this module. For more info and patching ideas see the SSG Hi jinx pages at http://www.serge-fans.com where many of these patching ideas came from.

For more info on the Serge Modular Synthesizer please visit http://www.quadslope.com or http://www.serge-fans.com"

Black Corporation Introduces EXPANDER MK2

Black Corporation · EXPANDER MK2

Press release follows:

Black Corporation is thrilled to introduce EXPANDER MK2, a revolutionary tabletop or 6U rack mount effects processor combining the magic of both analog and digital worlds. A major evolutionary leap from our original EXPANDER, MK2 takes multi-effects processing to new heights, boasting an incredibly flexible effects system that covers everything from reverb and delay to modulation and overdrive, and much more.

With line and HI-Z inputs, the EXPANDER MK2 is perfect for a diverse range of music producers, synthesizer users, guitarists, bassists, and live musicians looking to expand their sonic horizons. The stereo and dual-mono routings offer an immense range of connections, with each channel having its own distinct effects chain. The intuitive routing matrix array of LED tact switches lets you create an endless variety of effects chains, from sending a single source to multiple effects in parallel, to cascading them in series.

EXPANDER MK2’s interface takes a knob per function approach, allowing you to dive right into new sonic territories. You can easily save and recall all your settings as presets, with complete MIDI CC functionality, foot switch, and expression pedal inputs adding even more control possibilities.

Delay: The delay section is MIDI syncable, offering both digital and analog options. The digital delay is based on the legendary PCM42, with the same discrete 12-bit ADC/DACs, optical compressor, and filters as the original. Guidance from Gary Hall, the engineer behind the original unit, has resulted in a sound as close to the original rack as possible, with the added benefit of a modern CPU and expanded memory.The analog delay, using analog BBD circuitry, offers a warmer tone with up to 820 milliseconds of delay time. Both delays feature panning controls for added spatial motion.

Reverb: As on the delay, EXPANDER MK2 boasts both digital and analog options. The digital reverb is based on the lush and spacious 224, faithfully recreated by our friends at Meris. The spring reverb uses two 17” tanks (one for each channel) each equipped with an EQ and digital pre-delay section.

Modulator: The modulator is a ring modulator section with enhanced functionality. The first being a quadrant multiplier ring modulator for clean, modern silicon chip-based sounds, and the second, a vintage-style, harmonically rich transformer and diode based ring. The modulator also includes a reference oscillator with an attack and release envelope controlling its pitch, similar to that on DECKARDS’S DREAM’s predecessor, the CS-80.

Chorus: The chorus section features two distinct BBD chorus lines, with manual controls for speed and depth, to add subtle stereo widening or intense, turbulent animation. For fans of the classic four-button chorus, those presets are in there too! Phaser: The phaser section includes an analog OTA- based 12-stage phaser circuit for warm, psychedelic phaser effects, as well as an optical phaser to get a classic Krautrock sound.

Insert / Resonator: The Insert / Resonator section allows you to patch in outboard effects into any part of the effects chain. The resonator component can be used as a subtle EQ to sculpt the tone or can be modulated by the LFO section to create animated resonant or panning effects. The insert returns and sends can occur pre or post-resonator and can also be used as an extra input and output to route multiple signals. When used in parallel, these can turn EXPANDER MK2 into a 4-channel effects processor.

Overdrive: The overdrive section uses Korg’s groundbreaking Nu-Tube micro tube technology to add subtle texture and warmth to any sound, from guitars, synths, drum machines or vocals to anything in between. When pushed further, it can create screaming distortion, perfect for anyone looking to turn up the heat.

LFO: The LFO section features a multitude of LFO’s routable to nearly any destination of the other sections, adding life and movement throughout the signal path.

A convenient selection of connections on the back panel of EXPANDER MK2 includes balanced inputs and outputs, stereo send and return (via individual 1/4′′ jacks or using a common DB25 connector), expression and switch pedals, USB, and DIN MIDI. Additionally, the front includes a convenient HI-Z input for guitarists or any instrumentalist with quieter outputs to plug and play right away. EXPANDER MK2’s natural wood sides can be switched out for included rack ears.

EXPANDER MK2 is a vintage effects inspired powerhouse pushing the boundaries of sound in a

robust, studio form factor. Its hands on capabilities and nearly endless routing options make it an outstanding companion to any production or live set up!"

New MIDIMini Demos by Studio Electronics

Chords, Rings, and Feedback Wars video by StudioElectronics

"It’s all about the gain staging in this discrete beast: processing and managing the relative levels in each step of the V’s audio signal flow to allow for the introduction of desired noise and distortion. Clean is easy.

Feedback (loop), FBK (feedback) Gain, Amp Drive, individual Oscillator levels, and the main Volume all interact and alter one cherished fact after another; the 24dB ladder to heaven is also… everything, except for the burnished bookends, the dualistic dynamism of synthesizer tone: Ringmod and Crossmod. Fans of our ATC know this verity well–enjoy in somewhat better fidelity on our SoundCloud page.

Spoiler Alert! it really starts to get layered and multi dimensional and very satisfying, at around 7:27​. Now go back and listen to the whole thing from the beginning.

Treatment:
Just a touch of compression from our vintage dbx 163X during tracking, into the my marvelous DP10 (will never switch), and a spot of verb in the last few seconds—the balance is pristine and massive Midimini V30."

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Roland Introduces New TR-08 & Four Voice Polyphonic SH-01A Boutique Series

Here they are. Full details via Roland below.

Playlist:
Roland Boutique TR-08 & SH-01A with Mathew Jonson
One Take with Roland Boutique TR-08 & SH-01A: Mathew Jonson
Roland Boutique TR-08 Rhythm Composer
Hands on with Roland SH-01A, TR-08 - cdmtv
Introducing The Roland Boutique Series TR-08 and SH-01A | Reverb.com
Roland TR-08 Rhythm Composer | Reverb Demo Video
Roland SH-01A Bass Line Synthesizer | Reverb Demo Video
Update: New video added: Roland SH-01A Boutique Synthesizer QUICK DEMO

TR-08 details via Roland

"The TR-08 brings the look, sound, and feel of the original 808 — with stunning accuracy — to the Roland Boutique format. From the instantly-recognizable red-orange-yellow-white markings, the shape of the sequencer buttons, switches and knobs are details that have been painstakingly reproduced to match the iconic recreation of sounds. Along with the aesthetic touches, the TR-08 contains new features like 16 sub-steps for fast rolls, independent trigger out track, compression/gain/tune for instruments and a selectable modified “long decay” bass drum for more boom and resonance.

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Hidden Voices on the Breakaway Music Vocalizer 1000 Synthesizer Demo

Published on Aug 30, 2014 oberek92

This track appears to have been made on the Breakaway Music Vocalizer 1000 using some of it's hidden voices. According to LucyTuning:

"The Breakaway Vocalizer 1000 is a MIDI pitch-tracker, and sample player, which I had used for analysing dolphin vocalisations. Unfortunately it seems to have been marketed as a toy for karaoke fans. It is claimed to track and playback to the nearest 32nd of a semitone, and although it is now old technology, I find it fun, so here is what I have discovered about its hidden voices. (certainly not General Midi).

GM (program numbers) and sounds

Check it with your sequencer. These program numbers work with Music-X on Amiga (my old favourite) yet some sequencers may transpose the program numbers by one position: so that Piano is 0 and Rap Drum is 73 etc.

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