Behind The Drums Ep 22 - Siouxsie & The Banshees "Kiss Them For Me" Roland TR-909 - Schoolly D "PSK"

video upload by Controlled Voltage Sound Labs

"An in depth look at the making of Siouxsie & The Banshees classic single 'Kiss Them For Me.' Video includes a re-creation of the drum beat using the Roland TR-909, Technics 1200 turntables, and MPC 2000XL triggering tabla samples."

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

video upload by Andy Whitmore

"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 👇"

Korg Dreams

video upload by J S H G

"I recently got a Korg Prologue 16 voice in a trade.
It sounds very good. I am surprised it is not talked about more.
Enjoy:)"

Whimsical Raps Atrium // No Talking // 3 Early Explorations

video upload by Lesjamusic

"My first hour or two with the Whimsical Raps Atrium. What a beauty.

My Norns script Nexus provides the sequencing over a nifty USB cable.

00:00 Patch 1
02:16 Patch 2
04:19 Patch 3

#ambientcuration #whimsicalrapsatrium #ambientmusic"

Viscount LEGEND ‘70s MODULAR STAGE PIANO w/ SYNTH-8, FM SYNTH, & Additional Modules

video uploads by Viscount International

Playlist:

1. Introducing Legend '70s MKII | Viscount
2. Introducing FM Synth Module | Viscount Legend '70s MKII
3. A.Piano Module 2G + FM Synth Module #1 | Viscount Legend '70s MKII
4. Legend 70's MKII | A. Piano 2G Module
5. FM Synth Module Sounds Demo | Viscount Legend '70s MKII
6. A. Piano Module 2G | Legend '70s MKII
7. A.Piano Module 2G + FM Synth Module #2 | Viscount Legend '70s MKII



via Viscount

LEGEND ‘70s introduces, for the first time, the concept of MODULAR STAGE PIANO. According to your needs, you can now choose the right combination of sound generating modules with dedicated knobs and buttons. Currently the modules ELECTRIC PIANO, ACOUSTIC PIANO, CLAVI and SOUND COLLECTION are available, while many others will be available in the future, within the “ALWAYS GROWING” family. Moreover to the standard PROGRAM and EFFECTS modules an optional EXTERNAL module is available to making the instrument flexible and very powerful. The design of LEGEND ‘70s Hammer Action Keyboard perfectly matches the instrument’s sound generators. The 3 contact sensors, under each key, are able to detect the corresponding movement with the highest precision.

For the more demanding musician the LEGEND ‘70s Artist-W also offers a graded hammer arrangement where their weight becomes lighter as you climb up the keyboard.

In addition, as with the traditional acoustic grand piano, the Legend Artist-W keyboard is enhanced with real wood piano keys. These keys are made of carefully selected and seasoned wood to eliminate any defect or deformation and provide maximum uniformity and stability over time.

SYNTH-8

"A real polyphonic synthesizer with character.

Synth-8 is a two-oscillators eight-voices synthesizer with a faithful reproduction of a classic American multimode analog filter with saturation, 12dB and 24dB roll off and gritty resonance. The synth architecture is easy to understand and operate but has unique features: classical waveforms with wave shaping and detuned doubling of the oscillators with “Fat” modes, dedicated envelope for the noise, Ring Mod, Hard Sync for all oscillator modes, velocity controls for filters and envelopes. Finally, the Unison modes allow stacking up to 8 voices: with “Fat” oscillators this makes a total of 32 detuned oscillators at once! The module panel provides quick access to user’s preferred parameters by four assignable knobs. These can be also used to tweak many other parameters arranged in rows that can be navigated through dedicated buttons.

The Legend ’70s Editor has a whole screen to control the synthesizer in real-time and make the editing of new patches simple as having a real panel in your hands. The synthesizer comes with lots of pre-sets that can be selected and tweaked and stored in the Legend ’70s programs.

Last but not least, the Synth-8 module also offers a dedicated arpeggiator section, capable of cyclically playing the notes in the desired order, and 4×16 sequences that can be assigned to the generation parameters."

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Mutable Freaks

video uploads by Ebotronix

Mutable Instruments ,Braids, Ripples,Veils, Clouds, Shades, MidiPal,
Peaks, µYarns, Ornament and Crimes,
Arturia, Micro Freak, Mini Freak,
Elektron Tonverk,
Doepfer ,3x, R2m,
Strymon Cloudburst,
Bastl Bestie,
Bhairav Scale,
16.01.2026
video# 2599

HWJ - PETS - TOMMY THE CAT

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Happy new year of jams!
Hardware Jam Challenge: Pets

My cat is named Tommy after this Primus song I love.

Noiswasp, Perkons Voice, Wave Bard, Prism

https://fl3shb4ck.bandcamp.com/" Make some noise!"

Moog Mother-32 Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer

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Moog Spectravox Semi-Modular Analog Spectral Processor

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SEQUENTIAL TAKE 5 ANALOGUE POLYSYNTH

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1974 Minimoog Model D Analog Synthesizer with Orginal User Manual

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"Single owner from brand new, contacts were cleaned and all keys are functioning. Dog or animal approved bite marks and scratches on wood cabinet, easily buffed out."

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1980s Linn Electronics LinnDrum LM-2 (Fully Serviced) SN 3218

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"1980s Linn Electronics LM2 Drum Machine, fully serviced/restored in-house. Ready for studio action and sounds incredible. Serial No. 3218

Service notes:

-Disassembled and cleaned/lubricated Level and Pan faders
-Cleaned control and master volume pots
-Repaired MUX drum D/A and audio circuit
-Repaired read function for bass drum ROM
-Replaced internal memory batteries with modern type
-Replaced electrolytic capacitors on all pcbs
-Disassembled and cleaned switches on panel PCB
-Cleaned chassis and panel
-Installed complete set of freshly burned sound ROMS (31 total)
-Calibrated mux clock and set internal filter adjustments
-Cleaned IC pins and socket of CPU
-Cleaned pins and socket of 16pin DIP cable between CPU and voicing pcbs"

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Roland JP-08 Boutique Series Digital Synthesizer Module

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EMS Synthi 100 Repair Part 2 Belt and Braces Approach to bring back to life a beautiful linear PSU

video upload by Really Nice Audio

Part 1 here

"Join me in this second video to repair a classic EMS Synthi 100.

This synth is part of the Pete Townshend collection at the University of West London
https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/study-fac..."

Random Source SERGE INORI + TKB // DAY 14 #jamuary2026

video upload by Dexba

"This feels so wrong – but why? 😄
A sprinkle of acid with my Serge INORI, using 8 steps only from the TKB, lane A for pitch, lane B for glide, lane C for filter modulation (and lane D was for pitch transpose, but that was a bit harder to master in a quick jam, so I ended up leaving it out).
One oscillator provides the bass, the other one the kick, you know the drill.
So much fun, I hope you'll enjoy it! 🧡"

Introducing the Nord Electro 7

video upload by nordkeyboards

Playlist:

1. Nord Electro 7: Amanda Birkenfalk

Amanda Birkenfalk performs 'Brain' combining the brand new Nord Electro 7 73 and Nord Electro 7 HP, live at Atlantis Studios in Stockholm, Sweden.

2. Introducing the Nord Electro 7

Song: Escapade by Joshua Domfeh
Keys: Joshua Domfeh
Bass: Rubem Farias
Drums: Morgan Ågren
Audio Engineer: Calle Gustavsson
Mixing/Mastering: Calle Gustavsson
Video production: Jonas Embring
Executive Producer: David Sjöqvist
Location: Atlantis Studios, Stockholm
Gear: Nord Electro 7 73 and Nord Electro 7 HP

3. Nord Electro 7: Joshua Domfeh

"The Nord Electro 7 elevates the Electro series with a powerful new Synth Section, dedicated per-section effects and a refined panel design with a high-resolution color display. Combining our latest piano features with the Organ and Rotary Speaker from the acclaimed Nord Organ 3, the Nord Electro 7 offers exceptional versatility in a lightweight, stage-ready instrument. Read more at nordkeyboards.com. #nordelectro7"

Highlight features

General

New Panel design and new large color display
Physical Drawbars on all models
HP 73 - new Kawai Triple Sensor Hammer Action keybed
Expression Pedal Assign, enabling pedal control of Synth Filter and effect parameters
Organ Section

B3, B3 Bass, Vox, Farfisa, Soft B3 and Pipe organs from Nord Organ 3
Rotary Speaker emulation from the Nord Organ 3
3 mic positions for Rotary Speaker
Physical Drawbars with LEDs on all models

Piano Section

Compatible with the Nord Piano Library
Push Encoder for selecting Category and Sounds
Dynamic Compression, Unison, Timbre
Effects Section

Dedicated effects per section
Rate and Amount for Modulation Effects
New Spring reverb
New Amps (Brit and Suitcase)
Global Reverb with per layer Send

Synth Section

Samples, Analog waveforms and FM synthesis
Push Encoder for selecting Category and Sound
Vibrato with adjustable rate, amount and delay
Mono, Legato and Glide
Unison
Low-pass filter with Resonance control
FM Partial and FM Amount
Dual envelope for Amp and Filter/FM
Compatible with the Nord Sample Library

Haken Continuum MPE Control over Eurorack - Teaser

video upload by peff

"Beta Testing some new eurorack thing :)"

Tempo synced bytebeats w/ Prismatic Spray II, Zeptocore and Phantasmal Force

video upload by Arman Bohn

"My devices can be found here:
https://distropolisgoods.com/

A quick demo of the PITCH SCALING feature on the Prismatic Spray II which allows for some artifact-inducing time stretching. A more detailed walkthrough is coming soon!

I have both the Prismatic Spray II and the Zeptocore syncing via MIDI clock (125 BPM) sent from the Phantasmal Force (little wood panel guy) and routed through the RK-006. I also have the Phantasmal Force sending a sequence of notes to the Prismatic Spray, causing it to change pitch every bar. I have MIDI retriggering on the Prismatic Spray set to ON - so every time it receives a new note message, it restarts the bytebeat incantation.

PITCH SCALING is set to C4 which locks to 125 BPM pretty well.

Beep beep boop!"

KORG Introduces the KAOSS PAD V

video upload by Korg

Korg KAOSS PAD KPV // In-depth review & tutorial

video upload by loopop

Press release follows:


KORG Introduces KAOSS PAD V: A Touch Evolution for Modern Performance and Production

MELVILLE, NY - Korg announces the new KAOSS PAD V, a reimagined evolution of its expressive touch-based effects platform, designed for the way musicians, producers, performers, and content creators work today. Building on the iconic KAOSS approach, the new unit arrives as a powerful real-time sound manipulation tool for vocalists, instrumentalists, producers, and performers delivering an advanced dual-touch control surface with expanded effects and sampling on stage, in the studio, and in streaming environments today by reacting instantly to gestures, shaping sound through intuitive touch interaction, and integrating seamlessly into contemporary setups.
The KAOSS PAD V centers on a redesigned touch interface capable of responding to two simultaneous gestures, allowing users to control paired parameters at once and create evolving textures, layered movement, and dynamic transitions in real time. Filter and delay, pitch and reverb, modulation and feedback, and many other combinations become fluid, tactile musical expressions rather than static settings, helping performances feel more alive and interactive.
Connectivity and integration play a key role in this new generation. KAOSS PAD V supports MIC, LINE, and USB inputs simultaneously, enabling vocals, instruments, and computer audio to blend into a unified performance system. A balanced microphone preamp ensures clean vocal input, while a dedicated high-impedance input allows electric guitars and basses to connect directly without added hardware. An integrated USB audio interface streamlines recording, processing, and streaming, making it equally suited to DAW workflows, livestream setups, and headphone monitoring. A newly designed power circuit and refined audio path support low-noise, stable operation whether used in performance venues, studios, or creative spaces anywhere music is made.

Vocal creativity takes a significant step forward with the new Voice FX engine, providing harmonies, vocoder-style layers, pitch-morphed tonal shaping, and expressive textures applied in real time. The platform even allows users to control external MIDI equipment with their voice, opening distinctive performance possibilities that extend beyond traditional effects processing.
Guitarists and bassists also gain a powerful new performance partner. With direct connection via the dedicated high-impedance input, KAOSS PAD V offers fingertip-controlled ambient swells, rhythmic modulation, time-based glitch elements, atmospheric reverbs, and other expressive textures, all shaped by movement across the pad rather than menu navigation or fixed parameter adjustment.

Sampling and looping are built directly into the creative workflow. Users can capture up to eight bars depending on tempo, overdub layers as they perform, keep precise loop positioning during playback, and keep performances rhythmically grounded through BPM-synced Step Hold operation. Multiple playback and slicing options support creative rearrangement, making KAOSS PAD V a capable tool for remixing, live improvisation, and evolving pattern creation.
Honoring its lineage while expanding its scope, KAOSS PAD V provides access to a curated range of classic KAOSS effects alongside refreshed modern processing, from filters, delays, reverbs, and modulation to advanced voice shaping and contemporary textures. Users can further refine their sound using onboard editing tools, tailoring parameters, creating customized variations, saving personal presets directly to the device, and even adjusting pad-LED color and program behavior to suit their workflow. With 300 total programs available - 200 factory presets and 100 user location - plus support for external SD or SDHC cards, the platform balances immediacy with depth.

Compact, robust, and designed for real-time expression, KAOSS PAD V measures 210 mm wide by 226 mm deep by 49 mm high and weighs approximately 1.3 kg (excluding power supply). It includes RCA line input and output connections, balanced/unbalanced MIC/GUITAR input, headphone output, MIDI In/Out, USB connectivity, and ships with an AC adapter and Quick Start Guide. Operating stability from 0 to +40°C ensures reliability across environments.
With KAOSS PAD V, Korg advances the KAOSS concept into a new era, keeping the immediacy and visual interaction that made the series a staple while deepening control, expanding sonic capability, and aligning the platform with today’s creative demands.
For more information, please visit NAMM Booth #6802 or online at www.korg.com.

Street Price: $649.99 USD

Introducing the Stylophone VOICE - portable sampler

video upload by Stylophone

"Keep up with the news
https://stylophone.com/stylophone-voice/

Record sounds from the world around you. Bend the audio with multiple effects and turn it into music. From quick melodies to wild sound experiments, the VOICE makes creating music fast, fun, and completely hands-on—wherever you are.

Intro: Capture and play your own samples using 3 voices and shape your sound with 12 built-in effects.

• Capture and play your own samples
• Shape your sound with 12 built-in effects
• Sample anything directly via mic or aux input
• Built-in sequencer and 4 pattern memory slots
• Add rhythm with integrated drum sounds
• Take it anywhere — runs on 3× AA batteries
• Play across a two-octave stylus keyboard with transpose
• Multiple listening options with built-in speaker or headphone output
• Connect to other gear using sync in/out"

STYLOPHONE VOICE - PORTABLE SAMPLER

SAMPLE THE WORLD

Meet the Stylophone VOICE, the latest edition to our Pocket Range Series. Record sounds using the Stylophone VOICE from the world around you and then bend the audio with multiple effects and turn it into music. It’s really simple to capture and play your own samples using three different voices, which you can then shape with 12 built-in effects. Create quick melodies and wild sound experiments. The VOICE makes creating music fast, fun, and completely hands-on. Get creative wherever you are!"