Rare Sound Design: Italian Alpha Syntauri Clone & Jen Musipack Restoration

video upload by Riccardo Pietroni

"In this video, we explore a fascinating piece of Italian musical heritage: a rare hardware clone of the Alpha Syntauri, likely part of the Jen Musipack project.

This specific setup features the (probably) cloned Mountain Computer cards. It’s a rare look at how this technology was adapted and distributed in Italy during the early 80s.

The Hardware Challenge:
I actually own the original Musipack keyboard, but due to its age, several keys are currently non-functional. To make this demonstration possible and play the system properly, I’ve paired the Italian hardware with an original Alpha Syntauri keyboard unit. It’s a perfect example of 80s cross-compatibility!

Same issue with the original Musipack Software which is no working correctly with the keyboard.

The Creative Process:

Sound Engine: Original Alphaplus software (Additive Synthesis).

Hardware: Music System digital oscillator cards (Jen Musipack clone of the original Mountain Computer).

Control: Original Alpha Syntauri Keyboard.

Recording & Sequencing: All sounds were captured and sequenced using the 1010music Blackbox (Bento).

The result is a unique blend of 8-bit grit and modern sequencing. The Alphaplus software allows for deep manipulation of harmonics, creating textures that range from cold, clinical digital tones to surprisingly lush, haunting pads."

Alphaplus made its first and only prior appearance on the site back in 2011 in a post fearturing Audio Damage's Phosphor.

According to Google AI: "AlphaPlus was a pioneering software package for the Apple II-based alphaSyntauri synthesizer system, enabling additive synthesis in the early 1980s. It allowed for polyphonic sound creation by stacking sine waves (harmonics), featuring 10 instruments, and providing deep manipulation of partials to produce distinct,, digital, or, lush, textures, as discussed on MATRIXSYNTH."

1010 MUSIC BLACKBOX TABLETOP TOUCHSCREEN SAMPLER

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A pre-owned 1010 Music Blackbox in very good condition. It has no original packaging or accessories

Manufacturer's description
Take music creation beyond your computer with blackbox, a next-generation sampling studio with intuitive touchscreen control. Record hours of audio and loops from your synths, drum machines, and other tabletop studio devices. Arrange sequences using built-in synchronization and slicing, then structure your sequences to create complete songs. Perform your compositions live and trigger one-shot samples on the fly. Blackbox makes it easy to create music anywhere thanks to a compact and nearly indestructible design that fits in the palm of your hand. It’s a complete music creation workflow—at your fingertips.

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A journey with analog synthesizers

video upload by itramtal

"Dive into a journey of electronic music with analog sounds from the Sequential prophet-6, DSI Tempest, Minimoog, 1010music blackbox, and Access Virus."

Siles Pt-1 Techno

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"In this video, I explore a techno sound journey using my favorite synthesizers. The Minimoog creates powerful bass lines, the Sequential Prophet-6 adds rich melodies, the DSI Tempest delivers dynamic percussion, and both the Blackbox and Bluebox by 1010 Music are used to trigger samples and sequences. Join me on this electronic session and let yourself be carried away by each beat."

Blackbox boys

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"1010music blackbox jam"

In The Tempest

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"Dawless jam session permormed by itramtal, featuring DSI Tempest, Moog Minimoog Model D (2022), Sequential Prophet-6, 1010music Blackbox & Bluebox.
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Kellerfalter | Live Hardware Track | MFB Tanzbar 2 | MFB Synth Pro | 1010 Music Black and Bluebox

video upload by Flakuso

Track: Kellerfalter
Artist: Flakuso
Type: Live Hardware Performance Track / Live Recording (Full Track)
BPM: 130

Gear / Setup
Drum Machine: MFB Tanzbär 2
Synth: MFB Synth Pro / Dominion Club / 1010 Music Blackbox
FX/Mixer: 1010 Music Bluebox / Intech Studio Controller
Recorder/Interface: 1010 Music Bluebox
Mastering: Ableton Live

Flakuso - Nightmoods / Live Hardware Performance /MFB Synth Pro / Tanzbär 2 / 1010 Music Blackbox

video upload by Flakuso

Track: Nightmoods
Artist: Flakuso
Type: Live Hardware Performance / Live Recording (Full Track)
BPM: 120

Gear / Setup
Drum Machine: MFB Tanzbär 2
Synth: MFB Synth Pro / Dominion Club / 1010 Music Blackbox
FX/Mixer: 1010 Music Bluebox
Recorder/Interface: 1010 Music Bluebox
Mastering: Ableton Live

#liveperformance #hardwarejam #dawless #electronica #synth #deephouse

Chapters:

00:00 Intro
01:54 Build
03:30 Break
04:02 Drop
04:55 Part 2
07:31 Outr

OXI Artist Feature : Eraldo Bernocchi

video upload by OXI Instruments

"Italian composer, producer, guitarist, and sound designer Eraldo Bernocchi explores a fluid, experimental workflow using OXI One MKII to sequence Polyend Synth, 1010music Blackbox, and iPad—blending hardware and software into a single expressive system.

With a career spanning from late ’70s punk roots to seminal projects like Sigillum-S, and collaborations with artists such as Bill Laswell, Harold Budd, Nils Petter Molvær, Merzbow, and many others, Eraldo is widely regarded as a master sonic sculptor. Founder of RareNoise Records and a renowned sound designer for brands including Elektron, Erica Synths, and Polyend, he brings decades of deep musical vision to this performance—showing how OXI One MKII becomes a powerful hub for contemporary composition and live sequencing.

Read the full interview here : https://oxiinstruments.com/blog/erald..."

Pittsburgh Modular Voltage Lab Blackbox Standalone Modular Synthesizer

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The RSF Blackbox - makes a mono synth poly?

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"The RSF Blackbox - makes a mono synth poly? #Soundgas #electronicmusic #synths #musicproducer"

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The Most Epic Music Gear Comparison

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"Hey everybody, in this video we are going to compare different pieces of gear in the most unscientific yet epic way possible. There’s an extended version of this comparison without me talking nonsense available on Patreon and definitely click one of the links below before shopping. Speaking of, let’s start this out with two of the most desirable modern synths.

00:00 Introduction
00:22 Novation Peak
00:52 ASM Hydrasynth
01:37 Polyend Tracker
02:07 Korg Electribe EMX-1
02:37 Roland MC-101
03:07 Korg opsix
03:57 Casio CZ-101
04:27 Roland S-1 vs. 1010music blackbox
04:57 Korg Wavestate MK2
05:45 Roland TB-3
06:15 Roland Cloud
06:45 Teenage Engineering PO-33 KO!
07:31 Korg Volca Modular
08:02 Teenage Engineering pocket operator modular 400
08:47 Elektron Digitakt II
09:17 Korg Minilogue XD
09:44 Boss DR-5
10:11 Outro
10:32 Bonus Dawless Jam"

Siles techno

video upload by jostalmac

"minimoog with 1010music blackbox & erica synths zen delay
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JamCorder - record all your MIDI data, all the time

video upload by Floyd Steinberg

"JamCorder ( https://www.jamcorder.com/ ) is a 'blackbox' or #midi #backup solution for your studio. Just add it to the end of your MIDI chain and it will capture all your MIDI data - or the improvisations / jams you play on your #synthesizer or piano #keyboard , all the time, so you'll never ever loose an idea or arrangement again. (No table of contents needed this time)

HÄLP ZIS CHANNEL
https://www.patreon.com/floyd_steinberg
https://floydsteinberg.gumroad.com/
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Introducing Jamcorder

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"Jamcorder is a new transformative way to record your digital piano. truly set & forget, you never need to hit record. instead, just open the app to rewind & listen to any moment in time, ever. and we really mean ever, because jamcorder's included 16GB sd card can store 25,000 hours of music. that's 3 straight years of 24/7 playing – a lifetime's worth. jamcorder's unique hands-off approach & ease of use makes it perfect for reviewing practice sessions, tracking how many hours you've practiced, and effortlessly capturing your fresh new jams. it's the ultimate companion for every piano musician at every level."

"Dissolve Into The Sound" | 110bpm Laid-Back Beats 😎

video upload by Electronisounds Audio

"I've been super busy lately making new sound banks for Electronisounds.
It's been quite a while since I've made some actual music, so I put together this live track based around the Electribe ESX-1 and Polyend Step (the machines I've just finished new sound banks for).

Here's what each device is doing in the setup:
Electribe ESX-1 - Dub Chords, Bass, Percussion
Eventide Micro Pitch Delay Pedal - Processing extra Dub Chords from ESX-1 output 2
1010 Blackbox - Vocal samples
Polyend Step - Main drums
Arturia MiniFreak - Synth pad
Polyend Tracker Plus - Percussion loops, FX noises, more Dub Chords and extra textures
Roland TR8s - Ride cymbal, shaker, snare layer

Whatever kind of music you are making - KEEP IT UP, Friends!

Don't stop making *YOUR MUSIC*!! ---
▼CONNECT with me / SUPPORT creativity and good content▼
WEBSTORE ► https://www.electronisounds.com/
PATREON ► https://www.patreon.com/DeanDaughters"

Syd and I - Live at the Faight collective in San Francisco 2025

video upload by Saul Stokes - Frequensea

This one is in via supporting member Saul Stokes.

"Syd and I are a father-daughter electronic music duo. Our style of music comes from Syd's amazing singing, lyrics, and compositional skills combined with my 30-year history of electronic music. This is our first EP, 24 on 7. For our live sets, we have fine-tuned the perfect live show setup. Our entire set is battery-powered and built into a travel case. This allows us to set up and perform quickly anywhere. Contact me for booking possibilities! Check out the rest of our EP using the links below.

Instruments:
1010 blackbox
Novation Circuit Tracks
Korg Kaoss pad Nts-3
Rasperry Pi MiniDexed
Bastle Bestie
all battery-powered!

Spotify -
https://open.spotify.com/track/54cHys...

Bandcamp -
https://saulstokes.bandcamp.com/album...

Apple
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Thank you,
Saul

Follow us to stay updated on future live shows and new music.

ig@syd_and_i"

1010 Music Custom “Whitebox” Blackbox Desktop Compact Sampling Studio

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"This 1010 Music Custom 'Whitebox' Black Box comes with a custom white decal/skin and beautifully turned wooden knobs. The skin install isn’t perfect as there are some blemishes/creases/smudges that give it subtle industrial battle scar look that’s really isn’t noticeable unless looking up close with a bright light. (See Pics)

White decal can be removed and wood knobs encoders can be replaced with original factory knobs included. Comes with original box, MIDI adapter cables, USB Cable, and a SD Card.

Can be powered with a usb wall adapter (apple ipad power adapter works well) computer hub, or even a portable battery charger. (Not included)"

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Ambient Live Rig Rundown (Microphonic Soundbox, Morphagene, Soma Cosmos, Ableton)

video upload by TheLeafAudio

"This video is a rundown & demo of my ambient live rig. If you have questions: comment! My DAW baset setup features Ableton & RME UFX, Microphonic Soundbox, Soma Cosmos, 1010 Music Blackbox, Makenoise Morphagene, 4ms SWN, Befaco Oneiroi and Mercury X. I talk you through the setup, how it works, which piece does what and how all is connected and controlled. Hope you enjoy it! I am looking forward to your comments :-)

My music on Bandcamp https://xabec.bandcamp.com
Our instruments https://www.leaf-audio.com/"

sequential synths jam ob6, evolver, prophet6, pro2, blackbox

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transmission ... oxi one & 1010music blackbox ... psybient, downbeat

video upload by substan

"Welcome OXI ONE !!

A performance on the OXI ONE & 1010music blackbox.
Recorded in one take into Zoom M4.
Mastered in post."

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