Can this synth restore his faith in Monosynths?

video upload by Oscillator Sink

"I must confess, for the past few years I have felt sort of burned out on what you might term “traditional mono-synths”. Not because of the sound or their utility in electronic music, but because…well I guess the fact that I used the word utility sums it up: it had been a while since I had come across a mono-synth which felt like more than a means to a musical end; it had been a while since a mono-synth felt fun.

Which is why I was overjoyed at superbooth this year to come across a number of mono-synths which renewed my faith in the genre - instruments which did something fresh and exciting in their presentation, features and sound, which iterated on traditional ideas in truly interesting and useful ways leading to instruments that felt fresh and playful without being unfamiliar.

One of those instruments was the SWEN2 from Analog Sweden. Based on their earlier, rare and relatively expensive Swenigizer synth, which itself was based on an even rarer and much more expensive synth called the Energizer, the SWEN2 manages both to add new features while also moving to a manufacturing process that makes it a lot more affordable - it feels like a lot of synth for the money.

At its heart SWEN2 is a semi-modular subtractive synth but with so many clever little tweaks to its sound and usability, along with some ideas that I haven’t really seen in other instruments, as well as a very fun and jammable generative sequencer, all of which add up to an instrument that is a joy to use and, yes, extremely fun.

Transparency Notice: Analog Sweden kindly sent me this prototype unit for free after meeting the team at Superbooth, but they haven’t had any editorial oversight of this video."

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
03:01 The Oscillators
07:59 No talking demo: Pseudo Paraphony
08:49 The Filter

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Introducing the Synido TempoKEY K32 Play!

video upload by Musical Miscellany & More

"The folks at @synidotech asked me to help launch their latest MIDI controller, the TempoKey K32. It's unique in that it's not just a MIDI controller but also includes a synth engine. In this video, I take a look at a pre-release model."

DISCOUNT CODE (Europe): SYNIDOK32 | Expires:August 30, 2026
Purchase link (Europe): https://www.synido.com/s/k32

Intro - 0:00
Unboxing & Overview - 1:26
Internal Synth Engine - 3:31
Using the Editor - 5:24
Direct Audio - 6:47
Using with Soft Synth - 8:15
Using the Arpeggiator - 10:08
Additional Features - 11:30
Using with Hardware Synth - 12:45
Final Thoughts - 14:24

And one from 2-Minute Warning:

The Key - 4-Minute Jam (TempoKEY K32 Play + Taiga + DFAM)

video upload by 2-Minute Warning

"This video is a little different for two reasons!

First, it's the first time I'm featuring an instrument kindly provided by a manufacturer. Synido sent me the TempoKEY K32 Play to explore in my own workflow and share my honest impressions.

They didn't ask for a scripted review, so I simply approached it the same way I approach every other instrument on this channel: by making music with it.

Secondly... this is exceptionally a 4-minute jam!

Think of it as two consecutive 2-minute performances before I take a short summer break. 😊

Rather than trying to showcase every feature of the K32 as a MIDI controller (Bluetooth MIDI, battery power, USB/MIDI connectivity, pads, knobs, etc.), I wanted to focus on what intrigued me the most: its built-in General MIDI sound engine.

For this performance, the Hapax sequences the entire setup. The Taiga handles the bass, the DFAM takes care of the analog drums (synchronized by the Hapax), while the K32 Play provides everything else: guitars, strings, bells, plucks, additional drum sounds… and occasionally runs through the Eventide H90 for a bit of extra space and texture.

As always, the musical performance itself was recorded in a single take. Mixing/mastering was done afterwards in Ableton Live, but the performance you hear is exactly as it happened.

A sincere thank you to Synido. Without their message, this musical experiment probably wouldn't have happened."

✅ PLAY THE MOMENT INSPIRATION HITS

Most MIDI keyboards need a computer and software to make a sound. K32 doesn't. Built-in sounds and speakers let you play instantly--couch,classroom, anywhere.

✅ 32 KEYS, MORE ROOM

25 keys feel cramped for chords and melody together. The K32's 32-key layout gives your hands space to play naturally.

✅ WIRELESS, GO ANYWHERE

BLE MIDI + Battery. Create from the couch, backstage, in class, or on a plane.

✅ GROWS WITH YOU

Connect another MIDI controller and use the K32 as a standalone sound module. Compact setup, maximum flexibility.

✅ INSTANT SOUND SWITCHING

Save favorite instruments to the KEY Sound buttons. Jump from piano to synth to bass with one press. No menu-diving.

✅ HANDS-ON CONTROL

8 assignable knobs, 8 drum pads, and a clear OLED display. Adjust, beat, and perform in real time—no mouse needed.

✅ FOR EVERY STAGE OF YOUR JOURNEY

From first beat to live performance, K32 adapts to your workflow. Start simple. Grow into it. Create without limits.

✅ FAST WIRELESS PAIRING

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Midnight haze - Analog chillout lounge - Berlin school inspired synthesizer jam

video upload by RandomVoltage

"Midnight Haze - Analog chillout synthesizer jam

Thank you for tuning in - enjoy! :)

Setup

Moog Messenger- main clock/ main sequence
Moog subharmonicon- clock distribution/ polyrhythmic - chord sequence
Moog mother32 - polyrhythmic percussion
Moog dfam - bass

Arturia Minifreak- bass drone

Arp2600 - noise efx

Sequential Fourm - chords

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Unsync - 3 Semi-Modular Analog Synths (0-Coast, Taiga & DFAM) sequenced by Hapax

video upload by 2-Minute Warning

"This time I wanted to experiment with a rather unusual setup: 3 semi-modular analog monosynths playing together. My goal wasn't to make the melody complex, but rather the rhythm. I tried to build a piece that sounds fairly simple on the surface, while hiding polymeters and polyrhythms underneath 😎

On paper, it doesn't sound like the most obvious setup: one synth for plucks, one for bass, one for percussion... and somehow convincing them to play nicely together!

The Hapax is sequencing the whole performance. At one point I activate its MIDI Euclid effect on the bass sequence to introduce a bit of rhythmic tension before bringing everything back to the original groove.

The DFAM is also receiving CV from the Hapax to transpose Oscillator 1 so that its pitch follows the bass line. Since the DFAM is usually thought of as a percussion synth, I always enjoy pushing it a little outside of its comfort zone 😉

Another thing I wanted to highlight was the Shape control on the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga. Throughout the jam, I gradually morph the bass timbre simply by playing with the oscillator shapes. It's one of my favourite aspects of the Taiga: even a simple bass line can evolve dramatically without touching the sequence itself. The same approach works beautifully for leads and other melodic parts too.

As always, this was performed in a single take. I do the mixing and mastering afterwards in Ableton Live, but I didn't edit or 'fix' the performance itself. What you hear is what was played."

Studio Jam: Oxi one, Vermona Perfourmer and OB-6

video upload by Hill Station

"Captured a studio session creating more material for our forthcoming album. It was recorded using these instruments:

‪‪@Oberheim‬ OB-6
‪‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ DFAM
‪‪@rolandglobal‬ TR -8S
‪‪@strymon‬ Timeline
‪‪@oxiinstruments‬ Oxi one
‪@OTOMACHINES‬ Bim & Bam
Vermona Perfourmer"

Moog DFAM Drummer from Another Mother Semi-Modular Analog Percussion Synthesizer SN 08770

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2X DFAM Sample Pack

video upload by Polutone

"The 2xDFAM sample library consists of sounds from two Moog DFAM synthesizers modulating each other and producing complex percussion layers from four oscillators

The library contains 364 sounds:

64 kick drums
124 percussion sounds
77 noise-based sounds
66 synth sounds
33 loops

24/48 wav files
Good for: techno, house, minimal, experimental & more

Purchase: polutone.gumroad.com/l/2xdfam

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Moog DFAM Semi-Modular Analog Drum Synthesizer

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Bob Moog.... in the labyrinth of infinity

video upload by Ebotronix

Moog, Spectravox, DFAM, Labyrinth, Taurus 2,
Enjoy Electronics ,The Godfather,
Doepfer R2m,
Mutable Instruments, Peaks, Yarns,Shades,
Ornament and Crime,
Roland Aira J 6,
Boss MD 500,
Intellijel Metropolix,
Line6 DL4 Mk 2,
Hologram Electronics Microcosm,
Strymon Big Sky MX, in Dual Mono Mode controlled with
Midi CC by, 16n Faderbank, AtoVproject ,
Major Scale,
05.06.2026
video # 2641

Moog System

New Moog System video upload by Ebotronix

Moog, Spectravox, 2x, Dfam, Labyrinth,
Enjoy Electronics ,The Godfather,
Doepfer R2m,( 4x),A 177-2,
Mutable Instruments, Yarns,Peaks, 2x, Ornament and Crime , 2x,
Hologram Electronics Microcosm,
Minor Scale,
01.06.2026
video# 2639

Erica Synths Resonant Filterbank Sound Demo

video upload by Erica Synths

"Performance and studio-ready analog stereo filterbank with ten bandpass filters and extensive feedback loop and stereo panning options. 9 takes with different instruments feeding the Filterbank.

Timeline:
00:02 - Take 1 "Something Sweet" / RES FB in CLOCK mode processing Bullfrog Drums synth pattern.
01:24 - Take 2 "Something Rough" / RES FB in FILTERBANK mode processing Hexdrums with resonance pushed to the max!
03:00 - Take 3 "Kalimboss" / KORG Kalimba resonating with RES FB in FILTERBANK mode.
04:33 - Take 4 "Stereo Fam" / MOOG DFAM processed with the RES FB in clock mode with a lot of SPREAD therefore adding a lot of "stereo space".
06:01 - Take 5 "Organ Time" / RES FB in CLOCK mode adding subtle stereo modulation to the DX7.
07:41 - Take 6 "Auto Bass" / RES FB in DYNAMIC EQ mode with extreme feedback settings generating bassline for the TR-505.
09:16 - Take 7 "Noisebox" / Droning with MC-303 and RES FB in VCF mode
11:33 - Take 8 "Bass n Drum" / Adding "weight" to the TORSO S-4 with RES FB in the Dynamic mode
13:24 - Take 9 "Doomscroller" / Processing bass guitar with Eearthquaker Overdrive pedal and RES FB in DYNAMIC EQ mode. Footswitch is used to bypass the RES FB."

Synthetic Memories | Moog Studio 3 + Oberheim TEO-5

video upload by Dawless and Bible Black

"Like tears in rain.

Subharmonicon: Bass
DFAM & Mother-32 background sequencing
TEO-5: Leads


Pedals: Strymon Deco, Strymon Cloudburst, DIY PT2399 delay."

Moog Sound Studio: RAW VOLTAGE Sample Pack #01

"To celebrate Bob Moog’s 92nd birthday and how much he changed the music world by giving us these amazing synths to mess with, I’m dropping a free Moog Sound Studio sample pack so everyone can play with Moog sounds today! I spent some time in my room sampling my moog sound studio: DFAM, Subharmonicon, and Labyrinth.

All samples are captured at 24-bit/48kHz as raw analog signals, leaving about 6–7dB of headroom, so you have full flexibility to compress, saturate, or distort them further in your DAW. 100% royalty-free, just drag and drop them into your project.

Hope you enjoy!"

https://sequencemode.bandcamp.com

The Latest MAFD (MIDI Adapter For DFAM) is your DFF (Drumming Friend Forever) / DFFMAFD Demo

video upload by Sonoclast Music

"Demonstrating how to sync a DFAM's sequencer with MIDI Notes and MIDI Clock using the DFFMAFD. Also, see here how to sync a DFAM to a live drummer (our friend Amir Ziv):"

Amir Ziv's custom Moog DFAM rig w/Sonoclast, Keith McMillen Instruments, Avi Ziv, and Bome Software

video upload by Amir Ziv

"Composer/Drummer/Educator Amir Ziv demos his custom Moog DFAM rig. This system was created for remotely controlling and manipulating the Moog DFAM sequencer and for remotely modulating the synthesizer's sounds while playing the drum-set. Rather than play along to a loop or a recording, the goal was to be able to get the synth (in real-time) to "lead-in/follow/respond to" whatever phrasing is played on the drum-set in an improvisation or in a through-composed composition.

The live performance at the end of this video as well as the intro/outro music are improvised compositions performed live in real-time on this custom DFAM rig and the acoustic drum-set.. There are no overdubs or edits in any of the music.

00:00 Custom DFAM rig description and demo
24:45 Live performance"

Trapezoid #synth #electronicmusic

video upload by Mutt Retro

Sequential OB-6 keyboard
Moog DFAM
Roland Juno-106 through Strymon Big Sky
Erica Synths & Hexinverter Hex Drums
Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave

MOOG MUSIC DFAM ANALOG SEMI-MODULAR DRUM SYNTH & SEQUENCER

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MadeOnEarth - LedRover Analog Stereo Distortion Pedal

MadeOnEarth - LedRover vs Dfam video upload by Isak Eliyahu

Press release follows:


LEDROVER: ANALOG STEREO DISTORTION

The LedRover is a 100% analog stereo diode-based distortion effect from MOE. It originated from our quest for the ultimate distortion effect for the TB-303, finalized after a year of experiments with various components including diodes,

LEDs, germanium, and custom potentiometers. The inspiration for the circuit came from a famous filter resonance design that we discovered uses diodes in the feedback loop, which creates a round sound with a distortion tone that can be aggressive while remaining musical and preserving the character of the original signal. Based on this, we designed two distortion modes for the LedRover using different diode placements. Following extensive calibration for synthesizers and drum machines, we have ensured the effect is suitable for a wide range of applications—from kicks and snares to cymbals, bass, and leads—offering everything from delicate warmth to extreme distortion.

The integrated Tilt filter was born from our understanding that filtering before overdrive is essential for emphasizing frequencies pleasant to the ear. Unlike standard Tilt filters that typically offer a 6dB/Octave slope, we designed the LedRover with a steeper 15dB/Octave slope for both low and high frequency ranges. This ensures the signal enters the distortion with high saturation, allowing the circuit to mangle the sound even further. We selected the reference point for the filter through trial and error across a variety of gear to emphasize mid-range frequencies rather than just extreme highs, providing a flattering response for the distortion circuit.

Additionally, we added an x10 Boost button to push instruments with weak outputs hard into the Tilt filter. This creates distortion right at the entrance of the filter, which can be controlled delicately with the input knob; as you attenuate the input volume, the action of the filter becomes significantly more pronounced, while higher values create a unique op-amp saturation that works in perfect synergy with the diode overdrive. We build the LedRover to the highest standards of reliability and feel, housed in a custom aluminum box with resilient UV-printing and custom potentiometers.

Feature List:

100% Analog Stereo Diode-Based Colorful Distortion Circuit.

Dual Distortion Modes: Two distinct distortion characters.

Custom 15dB/Octave Tilt Filter.

x10 Boost Switch: Push weak instrument signals and overdrive the Tilt filter op-amps for additional colorful harmonics.

Two-Mode VU Meter: Visual monitoring of the wet and dry signals.

Dedicated Input and Output Controls.

Buffered Bypass.

High Standard Build Quality: Custom aluminum box with resilient UV-printing and custom potentiometers.

Compact Form Factor: W: 12cm (4.7") x D: 10cm (3.9") x H: 5.5cm (2.2").

We are very excited to officially debut the LedRover and our beloved Analog Chorus 60 at Superbooth in Berlin, Booth B048. We will have a demo station equipped with two sets of headphones, but you are also welcome to connect your own.

www.moe-shop.net

Bhairav Sphere

video upload by Ebotronix

Moog DFAM,
Ferrofish B 4000+,
Waldorf Protein,
Doepfer R2m,
Mutable Instruments Midipal,Veils, Yarns, Peaks,
Ornament & Crime,Shades,
Hologram Electronics Microcosm Special Edition 2024,
Strymon Big Sky MX, in Dual Mono Mode controlled with
Midi CC by, 16n Faderbank, AtoVproject ,
Line6 DL 4 MK2,
Bode Frequency Shifter,
Lab4 Enjoy,
Bastl Bestie,
Bhairav Scale,
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Dreamy Moog Sessions | DFAM, Subharmonicon, Labyrinth

video upload by SΞQMØDΞ

"#moog #moogsoundstudio #dfam #subharmonicon #labyrinth

A late-night nostalgic session with the Moog trio. Warm, dusty textures and drifting melodies.
Hope you enjoy! 🤘🏻"

Moog Sound Studio - Mother-32 + DFAM + Subharmonicon Semi-Modular Synthesizer Bundle

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