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."

Cyma Forma ALT & Piano | Winterdagen

video upload by Winterdagen

"Happy Holidays! Here's a little wintery piano improvisation over the top one of the patches I've been making the last couple of days with the gorgeous new Cyma Forma ALT synthesizer.

ALT is a very special synth. The sound is gorgeous, the driven filters sing, the pin matrix and quantizable oscillators are amazing for instantly coming up with ever changing movement and melodies, and the delay is exactly the way I like it; when you push the delay times to longer settings, it's full of characterful crunch and noise. Cyma Forma have done a spectacular job with this inspiring and unique synth and I'm super excited to have it in my studio.

Thanks for listening!"

New ALT 5 Voice Desktop Analog Synthesizer from cyma forma in the Works

via cyma forma

Update: 1st video posted here.

"soundscape synthesizer

some sounds resonate with us in mysterious, intriguing ways, as if they were part of something bigger, as if they were holding answers.

ALT is an analog synthesizer designed to expand the realms of sound design, through intricate motion.

preorders available on kickstarter on may 22nd.

Voices

ALT hosts five voices, each with different waveform shaping possibilities, each offering stereo panning, enabling a rich, spatial audio experience.

a harmonic quantizer lets you chose scales, and play beautiful melodies, either with the faders, or with quantized pitch modulation.

Alter

sound alteration can be achieved with a stereo filter inspired by the Korg MS-20, and a wild stereo delay with infinite feedback.

Movement

initiate sound motion with a modulation pin matrix.
the matrix has 4 adjustable modulation sources: 2 LFO, 1 random step generator, 1 envelope follower; and 17 destinations.

light and sound sensors make it react and evolve with environmental stimuli.

all of which allow for complex rhythmic patterns, unheard harmonies, and precise sound design.

more details to come."

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Cyma Forma ALT - Audio Explorations Vol. 1 (SOUND ONLY) Ambient | Soundscape

video upload by Oakland Ghosts

"This is my first experiment exploring the new ALT Soundscape Synthesizer from Cyma Forma.

This was a trial by fire experience, jumping straight in and seeing what I can do with it. There is still a great deal to learn and discover with this instrument but it is a pleasure to get lost in."

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 ALT synthesizer is now available

See previous posts for demos.

via cyma forma

"ALT is now available to pre-order on our website :)"

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."

First Video for cyma forma's ALT - analog soundscape synthesizer

video upload by cyma forma

See the announcement post with pics here.

"this is ALT: an analog soundscape synthesizer, specialized in musical sound design.

some sounds resonate with us in mysterious ways, as if they were part of something bigger, as if they were holding answers; so we try to make instruments that ask questions.

ALT is designed to expand the realms of sonic exploration, through intricate motion.

key features:
- 5 voices with free frequencies or following scales to create beautiful melodies
- stereo panning per voice
- MS-20 style stereo filter
- wild delay with infinite feedback
- modulation pin matrix with 2 LFOs, a random generator, an envelope follower, and 17 destinations
- light and sound sensors to make it react to its environment
- midi and CV inputs
…

ALT is for creatives who wish to explore a different workflow that will give rise to unheard harmonies, complex rhythmic patterns and precise sound design.

out on kickstarter on may 22nd.

original teaser soundtrack made with ALT by théo fernandez
video: romain cieutat"

CYMA FORMA RND // UNBOXING // SOUNDS 2 // RANDOM 4 TRACK AMBIENT GENERATOR

video upload by LESINDES

"CYMA FORMA RND // UNBOXING // RANDOM 4 TRACK AMBIENT GENERATOR
PRESS + RECORD!
This time controlling reverb amout via MIDI.
Pure FUN with the 8.0 x 8.0 x 2.7 cm French synth + sequence + sound generator box.

Contents: 00:00 Intro 00:15 Titel 01:07 Patch 1 01:55 Patch 2 02:44 Patch 3 03:46 Patch 4 04:31 Patch 5 04:58 Patch 6 05:26 Patch 7 06:31 Patch 8 07:16 Patch 9 08:16 Patch 10 08:57 Credits 09:19 Patch 11"

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!"

Cyma Forma ALT

video upload by Nightlife Electronics

https://nightlife-electronics.com/

"Channeling some BBC Radiophonic Workshop type vibes on the @cymaforma ALT today in the shop. Pushing the patch bay to generate some tones on the rhythmic end of the spectrum. This instrument can really cover a wide range of sounds once you start experimenting with it. It's super fun to patch and explore with!!

Cyma Forma ALT is in stock and ready to ship here at Nightlife Electronics in Vancouver, BC!

#cymaforma #cymaformaalt #bbcradiophonicworkshop #synthesizer #nightlifeelectronics"

cyma forma ALT cool tips

video uploads by cyma forma

Playlist:

1. ALT cool tips - creating a sidechain effect
2. Alt cool tips - generating wave sounds
3. ALT cool tips - create drum patterns

"the idea of these mini tutorials is to show examples of simple technics you can use with ALT.

find the full manual here: https://www.cymaforma.com/manual"

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."

Generative Soundscapes | Cyma Forma Rnd & Torso S-4 (Extended Sound Demo)

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"In this extended, unannotated sound demo, I’m using the Cyma Forma Rnd as a standalone generative synthesizer, processing its audio live through the Torso Electronics S-4.

🎛️ Routing & Setup:

• Track 1 (S-4): Acts as the main track for the Rnd.
• Track 2 (S-4): Heavily processed, functioning as an auxiliary send track for the Rnd to create vast textures.
• Tracks 3 & 4 (S-4): Occasionally bringing in a drum loop to anchor the generative chaos.

Note: The audio in this video was recorded live and then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools."

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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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 - Unboxing, Overview, & First Impressions

video upload by Oakland Ghosts

"Soundscape Synthesizer??? In this video, we'll take a look at the Kickstarter darling of the synth world - the ALT form Cyma Forma!

I've been waiting almost 2 years to get this bad boy in my hands and the wait it finally over with the first units currently shipping. Let's take a look at the artful packaging, what comes in the box and the unit itself with a general overview and first play with this one of a kinds synth!

Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:02 ALT Unboxing
06:24 General Overview
07:00 Voice (Oscillators)
09:06 Notes (changing Scales and Keys)
11:12 Waveshapes
11:45 Build a Chord
12:15 Alter (Filters & Delay)
15:16 Delay
16:08 Movement (Modulation)
17:23 LFO1 to Cutoff on Filter 1
18:34 Random to OSC5 Frequency
20:04 LFO2 to OCS3 Frequency
20:50 LFO2 to Cutoff on Filter 2
21:48 Random to OSC4 Frequency
22:20 LFO1 to OSC2 Amplitude
23:15 ARP to LFO2
24:25 LFO1 to Time
25:55 First Impressions/Final Thoughts"

SUPERBOOTH 2024: Cyma Forma - ALT Soundscape Synthesizer

video upload by sonicstate

"At Superbooth 2024, Vincent from Syma Forma showcased their unique analog soundscape synthesizer , ALT. *Designed to create immersive atmospheres and evolving sounds, *ALT is Divided into three sections, five oscillators with different waveforms and scales, panning controls, a stereo filter inspired by the Korg MS-20, and a stereo delay for added depth. The modulation section includes two LFOs, a random generator, and an envelope follower for dynamic sound shaping.

The upcoming Kickstarter campaign, launching on May 22nd, offers early adopters a chance to pre-order the instrument for $790 before production in November. The company plans to gather feedback at Superbooth to refine features and aims to have a third prototype by mid-July.

ALT Kickstarter launches May 22 2024.

Kickstarter pre-order price: 790 USD

https://www.cymaforma.com/"

Cyma Formula ALT: SUPERBOOTH 24

video upload by Bonedo Synthesizers

See the Cyma Forma label below for more.

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"