Moog Music Introduces the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D

video upload by Moog Music

"We are proud to introduce the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D - A tribute to Progressive Rock’s legacy featuring a custom satin red finish, hot-rodded VCA circuit, modern MIDI integration, an exclusive red translucent 10 in vinyl EP, and more. This release offers musicians and fans the opportunity to own a synthesizer inspired by Geddy Lee’s legendary artistry and enduring legacy.

Watch as Geddy Lee reflects on this new synthesizer, sharing his thoughts on its craftsmanship, sonic character, and how Moog’s legendary sound has played a role in shaping iconic ‪@rush‬ tracks like "Xanadu", "Tom Sawyer", and "Subdivisions".

The Moog Music Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D is exclusively available in the US at ‪@Reverb‬.

For international purchases, please visit ‪@andertons‬ (UK) and ‪@ThomannMusic‬ (EMEA/Germany).

Learn more about this collaboration and all that's included with the instrument: https://www.moogmusic.com/products/ge..."

Rush's Geddy Lee and Moog Music Launch Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D

video upload by Reverb

"Get the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D Exclusively on Reverb.

Rush icon Geddy Lee—synthesist, bassist, and singer for the rock legends—has teamed up with Moog to release the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D, available for sale exclusively in the US and Canada right here on Reverb.

Video includes excerpts from Rush songs 'Xanadu', 'Tom Sawyer', 'The Trees'."

Press release follows:


GEDDY LEE MINIMOOG MODEL D

Combining the legendary analog sound of Moog with a distinctive aesthetic that honors Rush’s iconic legacy.

The Model D in the hands of Geddy Lee has delivered legendary basses, melodic leads, and rich analog tones that are iconic and indicative of the Minimoog’s creative influence on musicians. Musicians and Rush fans can now tap into a piece of music history that was instrumental in shaping the band's signature sound.

Hand-signed by Geddy Lee and individually numbered, each Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D is a collector’s item to be cherished for decades to come.

"It’s a thrill to see the Minimoog Model D in that stunning red, so representative of one of the most fertile periods in Rush’s creative history.” —Geddy Lee

ICONIC SOUND QUALITY
Originally released in 1970, Minimoog Model D was the world’s first portable synthesizer and served as the archetype for all electronic keyboards that followed.

It was quickly embraced by a diverse roster of performers, including Rush frontman Geddy Lee who enraptured generations with his and the band's unique style of prog rock.

CLASSIC ELECTRONICS WITH MODERN TOUCHES
In addition to Geddy’s signature red finish, this model of the Minimoog offers a hot-rodded VCA circuit, dedicated LFO controls, top panel CV jacks, spring loaded pitch wheel and MIDI integration.

A UNIQUE COLLECTOR’S ITEM
For musicians and collectors seeking both inspiration and history, the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D combines the legendary analog sound of Moog instruments with a distinctive aesthetic that honors Rush’s iconic legacy. More than a collector’s piece, this powerful synth—celebrated for its playability and unique sonic character—features modern enhancements for today’s music creators.

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40 Famous Sounds - Minimoog Model D : Reissue vs Original

video upload by Andy Whitmore

"How does the Mini Moog Model D Reissue stack up against the Mini Moog Model D Vintage?
I play 40 classic riffs and bass lines on both synths, back to back. and compare the sounds with the settings as close as possible
Which sounds better? You Decide!

Minimoog Model D – Vintage - 1979 vs Minimoog Model D - Reissue - 2016
How to play & program 40 of the most Famous MiniMoog Model D Patches.
I have duplicated every patch on both the Original & Re-Issue MiniMoog.

This video has FX to fully recreate the parts - the sister video with no FX will be out soon! - Watch this Space!!

Mixed by Ed Stokes - @edstokesmusic

Time Stamps
00:00 Rush Tom Sawyer FX
00:21 ELP Lucky Man lead
00:32 Duran Duran Save A Prayer lead
00:43 Duran Duran Save A Prayer lead
01:02 ABBA Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! lead
01:19 ABBA Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! bass
01:37 Harold Faltermeyer Axel F Beverly Hills Cop Main Theme lead
01:54 Harold Faltermeyer Axel F Beverly Hills Cop Main Theme bass
02:11 D Train You're The One For Me bass
02:27 D Train You're The One For Me lead
02:43 Madonna Holiday lead
03:00 Madonna Holiday bass
03:16 Queen Radio Ga Ga bass
03:32 Howard Jones New Song lead
04:09 Howard Jones New Song lead
04:19 Gary Numan Are 'Friends' Electric? theme
05:00 Michael Jackson Rock With You bass
05:26 DEVO Smart Patrol/Mr. DNA effects
05:56 Parliament Flashlight bass
06:26 Rush Tom Sawyer lead
06:44 Stevie Wonder I Wish bass
07:02 Madonna Borderline lead
07:34 Madonna Borderline bass
07:51 Dr Dre Nuthin' But A "G" Thang lead
08:15 Michael Jackson Don’t Stop 'Til You Get Enough bass
08:32 Pink Floyd Shine On You Crazy Diamond lead
09:03 Rick Wakeman Catherine Of Aragon bass
09:41 Chaka Khan We Can Work It Out bass
10:02 Weather Report Birdland bass
10:26 Barclay James Harvest Victims Of Circumstance lead
10:50 The Alan Parsons Project Separate Lives bass
11:00 Europe The Final Countdown lead
11:24 Stevie Wonder Isn't She Lovely bass
11:46 Stevie Wonder That Girl bass
12:05 Michael Jackson Workin'Day and Night bass
12:22 Gary Numan Are 'Friends' Electric? lead
12:46 Nena 99 Luftballons bass

Being perhaps the most popular version of one of the most iconic monophonic analog synth series of all time is no easy feat, but the Moog Minimoog Model D manages to pull it off. As one of the first non-modular synthesizers, the Minimoog Model D is highly intuitive and requires very little knowledge to use. The model D boasts contouring circuits and three separate, completely original oscillators, one of which can be used as an LFO. Although the Model D was reissued, the '70s Minimoog Model D hasn't depreciated in value, desirability, or style.

Watch me bring that sound back to life!🎹🕺"

Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D | Making the Score for "Visions of Minimoog" with Lisa Bella Donna

video upload by Moog Music

"Renowned synthesist and longtime ‪@rush‬ fan ​‪@LisaBellaDonnaMusic‬ takes us behind the music of "Visions of Minimoog" — the video we created to celebrate the release of Geddy Lee's signature Minimoog Model D. Drawing on a lifelong connection to Geddy’s discography, Lisa composed and performed this score using only Moog synthesizers, paying tribute to a sound that shaped her and creating something truly magic.

Watch 'Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D | Visions of Minimoog' and experience this serendipitous sonic homage by Lisa Bella Donna. • Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D | Visions ... [previously posted here]

The Moog Music Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D is exclusively available in the US at ‪@Reverb‬.

Syntronik & Yamaha DX7 - Sound Comparison Minimoog, OB-Xa, CS-80, Jupiter-8, JX-8P To SY99 & DX7

Power DX7
Published on Aug 7, 2017

"Syntronik is a sampled waveform based VST that emulates legendary synths such as Minimoog, Oberheim OB-Xa, Yamaha CS-80, Roland Jupiter-8, Roland JX-8P and Yamaha SY99.

As I can never afford (nor I have space to keep) all of those legendary synths, I bought Syntronik so that I get to play and learn more about those legendary synths.

As I’ve been making analog/subtractive synth-like patches on my DX7, I decided to put my DX7 MK1 against Syntronik with mighty legendary synths like Minimoog, OB-Xa, CS-80, Jupiter-8, JX-8P and SY99.

In this demo and comparison video, you will watch and hear sounds of the DX7 MK1 compared side by side to Syntronik legendary synths. Some sounds are close and others are different in many ways.

Although the DX7 can’t do everything that analog synths with a resonant filter can do, the DX7 can stand its own with unique sounds that analog synths may find very difficult to emulate.

I will take you thorough from very easy installation and set-up steps. I will give you a quick tour of Syntronik interface and legendary synths.

Comparison
Yamaha CS-80 with a synth brass for UK Alaska Vs Power DX7 signature patch, Alaska with a natural flanging effect

Yamaha SY99 with bell and electoric piano Vs Power DX7 signature patches, Bell X2 and E.Piano (beefed up version)

Minimoog with Resonant stab bass & Resonant Sequencing Vs Power DX7 signature patches, Resonant Stab Bass and Resonant Sequencing. As the DX7 doesn’t have a resonant filter, it needs to generate all harmonics using its FM synthesis. This produces a resonant filter-like, yet very distinctive tone with a ‘Sticky’ feel.

Roland Jupiter-8 with Resonant Unison Lead (16 Oscillators stack) vs Power DX7 signature Resonant Lead with ear piecing mid range (no unison for the DX7)!

Roland JX-8P/ JX-10 with Saw Pad Vs Power DX7 Signature Saw Pad
Oberheim OB-Xa with Rush Subdivisions and Van Halen Jump Synth Brasses Vs Power DX7 Signature Rush Subdivisions and Van Halen Jump Synth Brasses

Oberheim OB-Xa with a warm pad Vs Power DX7, Earth 1, the mother of all pads!

To finish this demo, I include a brand new DX7 song called ‘Resonance Beat’ by combining various Power DX7 signature patches, including Bell X2, Resonant Stab Bass, Resonant Sequencing, Earth 1 Pad. Also it includes a new Bell (like a small bell rolling around inside of a glass bottle), a Resonant Filter Sweep sounds and another Resonant Sequencing sound with a formant type tone when played soft (yes, you can have two different tones in a single patch for the DX7!).

Enjoy!"

37 Iconic Riffs, One Synth Legend: Vintage vs Reissue Minimoog Battle!

video upload by Andy Whitmore

"Experience the Minimoog like never before! Compare the raw power of the 2016 Reissue vs. 1978 Vintage in 37 iconic riffs, leads, and basslines from legendary tracks. No FX, just pure synth magic!

• A direct comparison between the vintage and re-issue Minimoog Model D.
• The Minimoog Model D's prowess as featured on numerous famous tracks.

Time Stamps
00:00 Harold Faltermeyer Axel F Beverly Hills Cop Main Theme lead 118
00:16 Introduction
0:56 - Gary Numan: "Are 'Friends' Electric?" theme (92 BPM)
1:38 - Michael Jackson: "Rock With You" bass (113 BPM)
2:02 - DEVO: "Smart Patrol/Mr. DNA" effects (136 BPM)
2:34 - Parliament: "Flashlight" bass (108 BPM)
3:04 - Rush: "Tom Sawyer" lead (176 BPM)
3:21 - Stevie Wonder: "I Wish" bass (107 BPM)
3:40 - Madonna: "Borderline" lead (120 BPM)
4:12 - Madonna: "Borderline" bass (120 BPM)
4:30 - Dr. Dre: "Nuthin' But A 'G' Thang" lead (95 BPM)
4:51 - Michael Jackson: "Don’t Stop 'Til You Get Enough" bass (121 BPM)
5:08 - Pink Floyd: "Shine On You Crazy Diamond" lead (136 BPM)
5:40 - Rick Wakeman: "Catherine Of Aragon" bass (104 BPM)
6:19 - Chaka Khan: "We Can Work It Out" bass (115 BPM)
6:40 - Weather Report: "Birdland" bass (158 BPM)
7:05 - Barclay James Harvest: "Victims Of Circumstance" lead (86 BPM)
7:27 - The Alan Parsons Project: "Separate Lives" bass (114 BPM)
7:37 - Europe: "The Final Countdown" lead (119 BPM)
8:02 - Stevie Wonder: "Isn't She Lovely" bass (120 BPM)
8:23 - Stevie Wonder: "That Girl" bass (107 BPM)
8:42 - Michael Jackson: "Workin' Day and Night" bass (131 BPM)
9:00 - Gary Numan: "Are 'Friends' Electric?" lead (92 BPM)
9:24 - Nena: "99 Luftballons" bass (97 BPM)
9:46 - Rush: "Tom Sawyer" FX (176 BPM)
10:06 - ELP: "Lucky Man" lead (161 BPM)
10:18 - Duran Duran: "Save A Prayer" lead (113 BPM)
10:28 - Duran Duran: "Save A Prayer" lead (113 BPM)
10:47 - ABBA: "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!" lead (121 BPM)
11:05 - ABBA: "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!" bass (121 BPM)
11:23 - Harold Faltermeyer: "Axel F (Beverly Hills Cop)" lead (118 BPM)
11:40 - Harold Faltermeyer: "Axel F (Beverly Hills Cop)" bass (118 BPM)
11:57 - D Train: "You're The One For Me" bass (122 BPM)
12:13 - D Train: "You're The One For Me" lead (122 BPM)
12:29 - Madonna: "Holiday" lead (118 BPM)
12:46 - Madonna: "Holiday" bass (118 BPM)
13:02 - Queen: "Radio Ga Ga" bass (114 BPM)
13:17 - Howard Jones: "New Song" lead (112 BPM)
13:54 - Howard Jones: "New Song" lead (112 BPM)

The audio is DIRECT, 100% DRY - You are hearing the raw audio as it comes directly from each synthesizer. NO post processing (Effects, EQ, or Dynamics) whatsoever."

RUSH - Their first synthesizer - a MINIMOOG

Published on Nov 23, 2016 Specter Resurrected Studio

"The Minimoog is a monophonic analog synthesizer, invented by Bill Hemsath and Robert Moog. It was released in 1970 by R.A. Moog Inc. and production was stopped in 1981. But you can still get the Voyager model, they run about $3,000.00.

Rush is known for its eclectic lyrics drawing heavily on science fiction, fantasy, and philosophy. The band's musical style has changed several times over the years, from a blues-inspired hard rock beginning, later moving into progressive rock, and including a period marked by heavy use of synthesizers. RUSH first used one in the song 'Tom Sawyer', which was in 1980."

NAMM: New Moog MINITAUR Coming to NAMM?

[Update: video, higher res pics & press release added below.]
via Matt on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge via The Syntheszier Sympathizer.

"Not much to say here. Just found out through the vintagesynth.com forums... should be properly announced at NAMM. Rumored price: $600. Let's hope-- This could mean a Moog for almost every producer!"

And NAMM begins...

Update: details via Pro Star Audio:

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Brand New Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D Synthesizer Unboxing

video upload by moogfoundation

"Unpacking of the gorgeous cherry red Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D, serial number GLMD-0233.

Raffle coming soon..."

Update: details are in:

"We are excited to announce our spring fundraising raffle for a brand new Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D synthesizer, serial number GLMD-0233. The limited edition synth was hand-built in Asheville, NC, and is one of only 500 released by Moog Music on March 20, 2025.

It comes with several exclusive items, including a certificate of authenticity signed by Geddy Lee, a custom "Starman" badge on the front and back, a limited-edition 10-inch translucent red vinyl of two Rush songs, and an exclusive Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D poster. The synthesizer is valued at $5,500.

Raffle tickets are $25 each, 5 for $100, 12 for $200, and 35 for $500 The raffle runs from 7:00 am (ET) on April 28, 2025 to 11:59 pm on May 19, 2025 (ET) The raffle is open internationally

Read more and purchase tickets at: https://bit.ly/GeddyLeeMinimoog2025

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How to Program Minimoog Synth Sounds: Devo, Floyd, ELP & More

video upload by Andy Whitmore

"Join legendary producer Andy Whitmore in this in-depth, 29-minute tutorial as he programs and plays 37 iconic riffs on the vintage 1978 Minimoog Model D. From the energetic beats of Beverly Hills Cop to the timeless classics of Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder, all the way to the smooth grooves of Dr. Dre and the rock anthems of Pink Floyd and Madonna, this video is your complete guide to unlocking the raw power of the world's greatest monophonic synth."

Contents:
Artist Title Description BPM
00:00 Introduction
00:10 Gary Numan Are 'Friends' Electric? theme 92
01:19 Michael Jackson Rock With You bass 113
02:00 DEVO Smart Patrol/Mr. DNA effects 136
04:31 Parliament Flashlight bass 108
06:49 Rush Tom Sawyer lead 176
07:30 Stevie Wonder I Wish bass 107
08:20 Madonna Borderline lead 120
09:24 Madonna Borderline bass 120
10:10 Dr Dre Nuthin' But A "G" Thang lead 95
10:43 Michael Jackson Don’t Stop 'Til You Get Enough bass 121
11:25 Pink Floyd Shine On You Crazy Diamond lead 136
12:23 Rick Wakeman Catherine Of Aragon bass 104
13:32 Chaka Khan We Can Work It Out bass 115
14:39 Weather Report Birdland bass 158
15:20 Barclay James Harvest Victims Of Circumstance lead 86
15:56 The Alan Parsons Project Separate Lives bass 114
16:31 Europe The Final Countdown lead 119
17:35 ELP Lucky Man lead 161
18:10 Duran Duran Save A Prayer lead 113
18:33 Duran Duran Save A Prayer lead 113
18:58 ABBA Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! lead 121
19:28 ABBA Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! bass 121
19:53 Harold Faltermeyer Axel F-Beverly Hills Cop lead 118
20:24 Harold Faltermeyer Axel F-Beverly Hills Cop bass 118
20:43 D Train You're The One For Me bass 122
21:18 D Train You're The One For Me bass Resonance 122
21:43 D Train You're The One For Me lead 122
22:22 Madonna Holiday lead 118
22:56 Madonna Holiday bass 118
23:53 Queen Radio Ga Ga bass 114
24:07 Howard Jones New Song lead 112
24:58 Howard Jones New Song lead 112
25:26 Stevie Wonder Isn't She Lovely bass 120
26:08 Stevie Wonder That Girl bass 107
26:19 Michael Jackson Workin' Day and Night bass 131
26:44 Gary Numan Are 'Friends' Electric? lead 92
27:24 Nena 99 Luftballons bass 97
28:03 Rush Tom Sawyer FX 176
28:46 Round up

The Sound of RUSH - Subdivisions - Oberheim OB-X Moog Taurus Minimoog

video upload by RetroSound

"(c)2007-22 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi

❤️ Support #RetroSound​ channel: retrosound.creator-spring.com

My favorite song from RUSH from the Album Signals (1982)

I used here the Oberheim OB-X Synthesizer for the pads and the main synth riff. The bass is made with the Moog Taurus and I used the Minimoog for the lead sound parts."

Recorded live | Winter 2023 raffle Minimoog signed by Geddy Lee: Demo with Logos

video upload by moogfoundation

"Local producer and synthesist Jim Genaro, who performs music as Logos, demonstrates our fully restored, vintage raffle Minimoog, signed by the legendary Geddy Lee of Rush. Enter to win it here: https://bit.ly/2023GeddyLeeMinimoog

Raffle ENDS Monday, February 27, at 11:59 p.m. ET., or when all tickets are sold, whichever comes first.

Check out our video of Geddy playing the Minimoog!" [posted here]

Exploring the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D!

video upload by moogfoundation

"Enter our fundraising raffle to win this gorgeous limited edition Geddy Lee Minimoog here: https://bit.ly/GeddyLeeMinimoog2025

This brand new synth comes with the following:

🎛 Numbered Certificate of Authenticity, personally hand-signed by Geddy Lee

🎹 Satin red finish exclusive to this edition

🎛 Hot-rodded VCA circuit for extra sonic punch

🎹 Custom 'Starman' badge on the front and matching sticker on the rear

🎛 Limited-edition 10" red translucent vinyl featuring Rush’s "Xanadu" and "Jacob’s Ladder"

🎹 Exclusive Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D poster

The raffle runs through May 19th and is open internationally."
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I spy a packrat in the video. ;) / umop

Rush Subdivisions ~ Vintage Synthesizer Recreation ~ RetroSound

video upload by RetroSound

"(c)2007-24 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi

❤️ Support #RetroSound​ channel: https://retrosound.creator-spring.com

One of my favorite tracks from the 80s.
Subdivisions by the canadian prog rock group Rush, released as the second single from their 1982 album Signals. Written and produced by Rush.

featured: Moog Minimoog, the Oberheim OB-X and the Moog Taurus bass pedals

This cover song series contains my own recreations of my favourite songs from the last 50 years. The original music from which I take inspiration belong to their respective owners. I recreate tracks only for personal passion and to pay homage to these tracks.
My intention is not to create covers that sound exactly like the original (if you want to hear identical sounds, please listen the original). It's more of an inspiration with my sounds from the old synthesizers from the past and of course the great appreciation for the original performers and producers.
Check out the original songs with the original artists here on YouTube.
Thank you.

RetroSound synthesizer demo videos since january 2007.
Everything is free. If you like my work, you can also support me with the purchase of my merchandise stuff or my music.
Shop: https://retrosound.creator-spring.com/
Bandcamp: https://retrosound.bandcamp.com/album..."

Moog Taurus bass pedal (1976) The deep bass sound of RUSH part3

Published on Feb 23, 2020 RetroSound

"(c)2007-20 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi

Now Rush and the MOOG TAURUS bass pedals

Marillion, U2 , The Police coming soon.

Moog Taurus analog bass synthesizer pedals from the year 1976
3 presets: Taurus, Bass, Tuba
1 variable and full programmed sound

Used by Genesis, Rush, Asia, Genesis, Police, The Cure, Marillion, Saga, Dream Theater, Pink Floy, Motley Crue, Led Zeppelin, Jean Michel Jarre and more

The Taurus 1 use linear VCOs. The Minimoog and the later Taurus 2 and 3 use exponential VCOs. Linear VCOs are the secret for the stable bass sound of the Taurus 1.

RetroSound synthesizer demo videos since january 2007.
All is for free. If you like my work, so can you support me with a donation or a purchase of my music albums. Thank you!

Donations: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr...

Part 2 here
RetroSound Moog Taurus posts

ANTOINE BARIL'S ONE MAN ELP: Backstage Pass @ EMEAPP

video upload by EMEAPP

"After over two years in the making, we are proud to be a part of the One Man ELP project; the brainchild of the amazingly talented Antoine Baril of Québec, Canada. As with his previous "One Man" videos that he has released over the last 7 years (Rush, Genesis, Yes), his attention to detail and accuracy is second to none and it was amazing to watch him at work within our walls for an intense week of keyboard craziness in July 2022. Along with his amazing videographer Paul DiGiacomo, they captured some stunning footage and audio to make this epic video project one for the ages. It was a blast to play a supporting role in this, we gave full access of our Keith Emerson keyboard rig (as well as our extensive collection of vintage analog synths) to Antoine and it was like turning a kid loose in a candy store, a cornucopia of awesomeness! Join us for an exclusive backstage peek at some of the recording processes and video shoots during this one week period. The ELP material he performed and recorded runs Then EMEAPP's executive director Drew Raison will take you on an up close and personal tour of all the keyboards and synthesizers that were used in this project.

Complete list below:

Yamaha GX1 (6:55)
Keith Emerson’s Hammond/Goff C3 w/dual Leslie 122s (7:13)
Keith Emerson’s Split Moog Minimoog Model D (7:51)
Keith Emerson's Hammond L100 (8:09)
Moog Minimoog Model D Pair (Bernie Worrell's Minimoog on right) (8:45)
Keith Emerson’s Moog Modular Synthesizer (9:16)
Mellotron M400 (9:39)
Oberheim Eight Voice (9:58)
Oberheim OB-X/OB-Xa (10:20)
ARP Quadra (10:55)
KORG PS-3300 (11:06)
Moog Taurus I (11:22)
Hohner Clavinet L (11:34)
KORG M1 (11:55)
Keith Emerson’s Steinway Model D (12:10)"

Amazing Yamaha DX7 analog patches demo V2 – Van Halen Jump, Rush Subdivisions, U.K., Berlin + BONUS!

Published on Apr 21, 2017 Power DX7

"This is a re-mastered version of the original Yamaha DX7 analog patches demo video. Except for U.K. Alaska, all songs include bass, drums and other additional tracks. This video also include a bonus track that you haven't seen it before.

All DX7 patches featured are created and fine-tuned by myself, using my DX7 front panel only (no patch editor used). I hope you enjoy this video and hope to inspire you that the DX7 is the truly powerful and versatile ‘pure’ synthesizer of all time.

Video Contents - Not in an order

Berlin, Masquerade
With added bass, guitar, FX and drum tracks, they bring the song to life! The modulated string pad is an emulation of the Prophet - 5 string pad that was used for the original song.

Rush, Subdivisions
It includes a brand new Oberheim OB-X like synth brass sound (soft and mellow like the original). It also features a female choir pad.

Van Halen, 1984 & Jump
Beautiful, warm and rich Oberheim synth (e.g., OB-X and OB-Xa) string and brass patches are faithfully created. It is amazing how the Yamaha DX7 sounds are so close to sounds from Oberheim synths. Also, it can mimic filter sweeping, creating analogue-like, yet uniquely DX7 sounds.

U.K., Alaska
This DX7 analog patch is uniquely DX7 with its’ FM synthesis engine. It ‘s a very powerful DX7 synth brass sound with ‘ear-piecing’ mid-range harmonics as well as it’s own flanging effect.

Bonus Track: Rush - Tom Sawyer
This song was the main feature of the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame 2013. It includes a filter sweep, bass, MiniMoog thick lead, pad and drums."

White Moog Minitaur Analog Bass Synth Rev 2

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
via this auction
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"Manufacturer Description:
"The Minitaur has all the growl, snarl and body associated with the Taurus family of bass synthesizers. We’re really excited to be able to offer this in such a compact package that is both immediately playable as an extremely versatile analog synth and also integrates seamlessly into the world of MIDI and USB control environments,” says Cyril Lance, Chief Engineer of Moog Music.

The Taurus Bass Pedals enjoy a nearly 40-year history and have made a seismic impact in the music world since their introduction in the mid-Seventies. “The Taurus opened up so many possibilities for me…it also opened up a whole way of looking at what I do,” says Geddy Lee, of the multi-platinum band Rush.

In 2009, Moog Music released the Taurus 3 Bass Pedals, a modern reinterpretation of the classic Taurus Bass Pedals. The Taurus 3 is currently used by artists such as The Black Keys, Animal Collective, Jean Michel Jarre, Yes, Weezer, Rush, and The Dave Matthews Band.

Since the inception of Moog Music, Bob Moog tested his ideas, instruments and sounds on musicians as a key part of the product development process. In keeping with this tradition, Minitaur has been presented to a broad array of producers, artists and songwriters including Geddy Lee of Rush, techno legend Derrick May, Flying Lotus, Moby, Holy F*ck and renowned record producer Nick Raskulinecz as a part of the final product development process. The enthusiastic response from these artists marks the beginning of the next generation in the Taurus Bass Synthesizer line.

Minitaur Features:
Two oscillators with Sawtooth (Original Taurus) and Square wave-shapes for each VCO. Recreate sounds of the original Taurus with sawtooth waves, or create new sounds with square waves or a combination of both.

2 Mixer VCAs for VCO levels control of Oscillators 1 and 2.
Moog Ladder Filter with adjustable resonance, designed to deliver ‘classic Taurus 1 and 3 bass and boom’.

Two Minimoog style ADSR Envelope Generators for modulating VCF and VCA. The Decay and Release segments are controlled by the Decay knob, while the Release segment is enabled or disabled via Release On/Off switch.

Midi-syncable LFO with Controls for Rate, VCO LFO Amount, and VCF LFO Amount DIN MIDI and MIDI over USB offer complete control of the Minitaur’s sound engine.

Analog Control inputs for Pitch, Filter, Volume and Gate. Use an EP2 or CV to connect and control MInitaur with everything from Modulars to Moogerfoogers.
External audio input for processing external audio through the Mixer and Filter section of Minitaur.

Headphone output with 1/8" connection."

Rush - Subdivisions

YouTube via lmpec. Oberheim OB-X, Minimoog and Tempest.

Update: new upload by someone else:

Subdivisions - Rush

YouTube via AirbrushRocks — April 14, 2008 — "'Subdivisions' is a Rush song often considered to be describing feelings of isolation, boredom, conformity, and sadness springing up from teenage life in the suburbs.
"Subdivisions" was released on the 1982 album Signals. Aside from being a perennial fan favourite and a staple of live performances, the song appears on several greatest hits compilations, was released as a single in 1982, and despite doing little serious business in the UK charts, it gained a lot of radio airplay in Britain at the time. It was also played live prior to its release. Pre-release live versions exist on the internet.

The promotional videos scenes were filmed in the Toronto area. The downtown scenes in downtown Toronto, the suburbs scenes in Scarborough, Ontario, near Warden and Finch. The high school scenes were filmed at L'Amoreaux Collegiate Institute, in the same area. The student that walks downtown in the video is Dave Glover, a student at the L'Amoreaux Collegiate Institute at the time. Near the end of the video, Glover is seen playing the video game Tempest at an arcade, which was reportedly his favourite video game at the time. Info courtesy: wikipedia.org]"

SYNTHPLEX Pics - Minimoog Prototypes & Hybrid System with 8 SEMs, Minimoog & Taurus Pedals

A few pics and short summary in via an anonymous reader.

"So I went to Synthplex on a complete whim this year. I originally wasn't going to go but one of my coworkers convinced me to check it out. I'm very glad that I did!

I arrived just in time for the BT keynote, which is where my friend was waiting for me. I had no problems with getting a seat right near the front. The talk was very nice, and mostly focused on the subject of appreciating synthesizers as instruments, as opposed to using them as preset banks.

Afterwards we headed to the popup synth museum, which was adjacent to the halls which held the keynotes. The museum was a bit out of the way and so it wasn't too busy and it was relatively easy to get in front of a synth. In terms of keyboards, it was my first time with a CS-80, MemoryMoog, and Jupiter 4. I really liked all of them! The Jupiter 8 which they had was also very nice.

The one surprise for me was the EML Electrocomp 101. Wow that thing is fun! Too bad that used prices on them are a bit out of control at the moment :-\

After that we finally made our way to the vendors halls. You've seen the video by now [see here], but there was a guy there with some very early Moog prototypes. Holy cow, I never expected to see those there.

Other highlights were the Waldorf Kyra at the Waldorf booth, which now had quite a few presets added to it, and a Moog 3p at the Noisebug booth. The latter, I would totally buy in a heartbeat if I could. What an inspiring beast. I might take a trip out to Noisebug to check it out. I was a bit disappointed/surprised that Moog didn't have a booth though. I was looking forward to finally trying out the Moog One in person.

Finally, the single coolest thing that I saw was this beast at the Rosen Sound booth.

8 voices of Oberheim SEM, plus a built in MiniMoog Model D, and Taurus pedals. Wow what a sound. After playing that thing and the CS-80 in the same day, I would take an Oberheim 8 voice over the CS-80. It makes me more than a little sad that Tom Oberheim wasn't able to get his 4 voice synth out the door.

Overall, I'm super glad that I went, and being there put me in a better mood in regards to my music hobby. I actually feel like making music again. I'm already looking forward to next year's event and am planning on spending more time there, especially in regards to the keynote speakers and concerts. It might be something that you would enjoy as well :D"

Update: image of Rush's Geddy Lee with the system sent my way via @analogsteve. I thought that looked familiar. Here's another image of the system with the top SEM section separated.

Update2 via @Chris_Randall of Audio Damage: "It wasn’t the real one. It is a “cover version” he made. Virtually identical, though."

Rituals of the starless peaks (minimoog d)

video upload by graal7

minimoog model d [Rush Geddy Lee edition]
summit
moog one
additional drums and sample xf8.
space eventide