Sid Station driven by Lightreft Monolit exploring SID textures and grit

video upload by HANJŌ

"Afternoon exploration session with 3 silver boxes, the Elektron Machinedrum handling the beat and the classic SID Station led by the Lightreft Monolit on the 2.0β firmware.

Machinedrum keeps things tight and mechanical while the SID Station focuses on texture. Bit-grit, noise edges, and shifting timbres.

Just experimenting, seeing how far the monolit can take Midi Automation over an IDM groove. #machinedrum #sidstation #idm"

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The LightReft Monolit made its first appearance on the site earlier this month in another video by HANJŌ.

The following is a playlist featuring dditional demos, followed by some pics and details further below.

Lightreft Monolit Sequencer Demos

video uploads by Sasha DZA

Playlist (in most recent order - video 7 is from one year ago):

1. Monolit Sequencer

2. Machinedrum + Monolit : Simple Setup

3. MONOLIT x DECKARD'S DREAM MK2

4. Monolit: Quick Tips for Hardware Users

In this video, we demonstrate how Monolit connects seamlessly with synths, grooveboxes, and samplers — no computer needed.
No deep menus, no distractions — just a clean interface and immediate control.

We explore different scenarios where Monolit shines: real-time MIDI control, clock generation, note and CC mapping, automation, and even gamepad integration.
Hand-built in Japan, Monolit is a minimal yet powerful tool for artists seeking intuitive, hands-on control.

Chapters:
00:00 — Intro
00:23 — Octatrack MK2 DJ setup ideas
02:42 — Scratching on Octatrack MK2
03:07 — Note-sliders / Quantisation
03:56 — Monomachine Drone
04:45 — External controller macros setup
05:08 — Double Monolit setup
05:47 — Retro game controller
06:36 — Advanced Game controller

5. Monolit Firmware 1.2.0: Unlocking New MIDI Control Features!

In this video, we dive into the new features introduced in Monolit firmware v1.2.0. From advanced MIDI routing to external slider control and dynamic button functions — Monolit just got a serious upgrade. We’re showcasing a dual-Monolit setup, where one unit controls the other, which is connected to an Elektron Monomachine.

6. Monolit × Octatrack — Live Performance Control Demo | LightReft

7. LightReft - MONOLIT v.1.0.0

00:00 - INTRODUCTION
04:36 - EDIT MENU
07:22 - CC MODE
13:12 - NOTES MODE
17:26 - LFO MODE
20:33 - MOTION MODE
23:07 - SETTINGS
24:53 - PRESET MANAGER
26:13 - MAX/MSP
30:26 - TOUCHDESIGNER
33:29 - EURORACK MODULAR
41:29 - MODEL:SAMPLES
45:02 - CONCLUSION

Welcome to the first tutorial on the MONOLIT device! In this 40+ minute video, you’ll get acquainted with the essential settings, programming, and MIDI control on MONOLIT, while exploring the device’s unique capabilities. This session covers the key aspects of working with MONOLIT, making it an ideal guide for musicians and producers who want to master its full potential.

Main topics covered:
Initial setup and connecting MONOLIT
Programming and MIDI control
Using functions and operational modes

Dive into the world of sound with this introduction to MONOLIT! Tutorial by Tim Shatny.

"MONOLIT by Light Reft

A smart, modular MIDI computer built for live performance and smooth integration with any setup. ​

Monolit is not a controller you map once to forget.
It is a playable instrument - a physical interface that lets you shape sound through motion, record gestures as automation, and turn parameters into something alive. ​

Designed for those who don’t just adjust sound, but perform it.

WHY MONOLIT?

A motion driven MIDI instrument for live sound shaping, expressive sequencing, and gestural automation.
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8 banks with 64 controls per preset
Real-time MIDI automation and parameter morphing
Seamless DAW + hardware integration
USB, TRS-MIDI, external device support
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Customizable, minimal, and fast.
​
MEET MONOLIT, YOUR NEW MULTIFUNCTIONAL MIDI COMPANION!
​
MONOLIT by Light Reft is a cutting-edge, multifunctional MIDI-computer that transforms your music production experience. Designed for musicians who seek precision and flexibility, MONOLIT offers seamless integration with all DAWs and hardware devices, customizable presets, and an intuitive interface for effortless control and creativity.
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Whether you're diving into your DAW or jamming out with external hardware instruments, MONOLIT has you covered. An endless library of presets at your fingertips—each one offering 8 banks, with 8 sliders and 8 buttons per bank. That's a whole lot of control!

For each slider and button, we present a range of versatile options. You can record MIDI automation, set delay times for slider movements, send notes and LFOs, and adjust various parameters directly within the device. This flexibility ensures that you have complete control over every detail of your setup.
​
But it doesn't stop there. MONOLIT is as versatile as you are, allowing you to connect other devices like Gamepads, Keyboards, Monome Grid , or any MIDI device you fancy. This means you can take command of your entire setup, all through one sleek, powerful interface. Whether you're crafting the perfect beat, tweaking synths, or anything in between, MONOLIT is the tool that brings your musical ideas to life with ease and style.
​
Designed and assembled in Japan, MONOLIT is ready to be shipped worldwide.

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ELZ_1 play V2 x Kuro Kasetto — Eurorack Session

video upload by SONICWARE

"ELZ_1 play V2: https://sonicware.jp/pages/elz_1-play
Only a Dozen V2 Launch Edition Units with Special Case Coming in Early December — Secure Yours Now!

For this piece, I used the preset 'Resophonic Gt', a plucked-style sound with a short envelope that gives it a string-like, percussive character, perfect for melodies and short phrases.
I worked with the Wavetable engine, switching between several waves: '2 Echos' (my favorite), 'Clavinet', 'AnotherWT', 'Electric Piano', and 'FM+Crush'.
For effects, I alternated between 'Grain Particle' and 'Grain Uncertain' to add that beautiful granular texture, and used a 'Plate reverb' as the master effect.

To integrate the ELZ_1 play with my Eurorack setup, I used the Collide 4 module by Joranalogue and Hainbach to match the signal levels to Eurorack standards and to take advantage of its filter and amplifier.
I began by recording some 2 Echos notes into the Morphagene by Make Noise, then pitched them down and layered another take on top, letting the module work its magic to further enhance the sound.
I also added a few notes from different sequencers and oscillators, blending them into the mix, which was processed through the Typhoon module for additional movement and texture.

Next, I recorded several loops: Clavinet on channel 1, Electric Piano on channel 2, and FM+Crush on channel 3. Each loop has a different length, and I played them in offset so they evolve in an asynchronous, shifting way.
While performing, I also reversed playback back and forth, creating variation in both notes and texture so the piece never repeats in the same way.

For the live part, I used AnotherWT and 2 Echos, experimenting with effects and octaves. These layers were recorded into channel 4 of the looper in real time, following the same offset looping approach as earlier in the piece.
During recording, I used the Collide 4 to shape and amplify the ELZ_1 play’s signal, adding even more character to the sound, and the Typhoon module to blend everything together in a beautiful, immersive space.

It’s a piece that invites exploration, one could easily spend hours lost in the endless sonic possibilities of the ELZ_1 play and modular synthesis.

Kuro Kasetto (@kurokasetto)"

Natlife Sounds Black Friday Sale

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It is includes: Arturia MicroFreak, D16 Phoscyon 2, Dmitry Sches Thorn, Korg Krome / Krome EX, Korg KingKorg, Korg Minilogue XD, Korg Opsix, Lennar Digital Sylenth1, NI Massive, NI Massive X, Novation Mono Station, Novation Peak / Summit, Propellerhead Europa, Reveal Sound Spire, Roland JP-08, Roland SE-02, Roland System-8, Roland Zen-Core, Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2, Synapse Audio The Legend / Legend HZ, Synapse Audio Dune 3, U-He Diva, U- Hive 2, U-He Repro, Virus TI2, Xfer Serum / Serum 2, SynthMaster One, SynthMaster 2 and others!"


Remember to check with shops on the right for additional Black Friday Sales!

Adam Szabo Introduces Airwave - New Roland JP-8000 Emulation VST Instrument

video uploads by adamszabomusic

"Airwave VST instrument available for PC at: http://www.adamszabo.com

All sounds in the video are made 100% with Airwave, no extra effects or processing was added, except for a simple limiter on the master bus.

These are the factory presets that are played in the video.
0:00 PL Liquid FLT AS, BS The Drone AS, PL Tranceness AS, PD Sizzler AS, PD Bendy Pad AS, FX Sync Up AS
0:22 PD Swirly AS, FX SquareRise AS, FX Boom AS
0:25 PD Epicness AS, LD Mini 303 AS, AR Golden Saw AS, FX NoiseFall AS
0:55 PD Mainstage AS, FX Big Rise AS, BS Dist Bass AS, LD FM Master AS, LD Acid Wow AS, FX Kick Thing AS
1:10 PD MrFeedback AS, PD Andromeda AS, PD SyncEngine AS, FX Star Fall AS, PD The Sweep AS"

"Step into the golden era of electronic music with Airwave, a meticulously crafted VST plugin that brings the unmistakable sound of one of the most iconic synthesizers of all time. Revered for its lush supersaw leads, ethereal pads, and driving basslines, this synth was a defining force in the trance, progressive, and electronic music movements. Now, with Airwave, that iconic sound is reborn, modernized for today’s producers while staying true to its original character.

At the heart of Airwave is its dual-layer architecture, allowing for intricate sound sculpting and massive stacked tones. Independently shape the Upper and Lower layers, blending evolving pads with sharp, detuned leads or creating complex, rhythmic textures. The deep modulation capabilities and multi-mode filters give you total control over your sound.

Airwave is available as a 32 and 64-bit VST 2.4 and VST 3 instrument for Windows."

ELZ_1 play V2 + CyDrums | Stegonaute Live Composition

video upload by SONICWARE and Stegonaute

"Live Composition in the Studio with the Sonicware ELZ_1 play V2 and CyDrums.

In this video, I’m in the studio composing and performing a new track using the Sonicware ELZ_1 play V2 alongside the CyDrums drum machine.
I chose not to synchronize the two machines via MIDI to keep a sense of freedom, tension, and natural drift in the performance, letting the track breathe and evolve on its own.

On the ELZ_1 play V2, I’m working with one of my favorite engines: 8BIT WAVEMEM SYNTH, the 8bit Wave memory. I love how this engine can shape the track through its evolving waveforms, shifting character depending on timing and modulation. I'm using the internal effect session with a ping pong stereo delay and a shimmer reverb. The arpeggiator is running in random mode, loosely aligned with the tempo of the CyDrums. I love to mute and unmute elements on the dum machine to let the track evolve.

Stegonaute

ELZ_1 play V2 | Portable Synthesizer with Looper
https://sonicware.jp/pages/elz_1-play

CyDrums | Expressive Drum Synthesizer
https://sonicware.jp/pages/cydrums"

Jupiter-8 (JP-8) with Groove MIDI

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via this Vemia listing

Note: listings are ending today with a handful extended through Sunday.

Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.

"This classic synth has been extensively serviced, and is ready to be delivered or shipped to you as soon as the auction finishes. The bad point: it has one nasty mark on the front panel above the VCO-1 control section and two or three marks at the front of the modulation section, which ought really to be re-furbished sometime.

Apart from that, it is very good. Everything sounds great and works as it should, including the MIDI conversion. [VEMIA note: I used to have a JP-8 with Groove MIDI, and I thought it was the absolute best.]"

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JP-8000 Emulator by DSP56300 in the Works

This one is in via an anonymous reader.

You might be familiar with DSP56300's Waldorf, Access, and Clavia/Nord emulations from previous posts. The emulations stand out as they are ports of the original code running on emulations of the motorola DSP56300 chip. It looks like they will be tackling the Roland JP-8000/8080 next with the JE-8086, however, the JP-8000 runs on a custom Toshiba DSP chip, not Motorola. They are branching out.

via Google AI: "The Roland JP-8000 synthesizer contains a custom Toshiba-made ESP2 chip for its digital signal processing, which was a key component for its virtual analog (VA) synthesis and the creation of its iconic Supersaw waveform. The ESP2 chip was a general-purpose DSP developed by Toshiba and used in several other Roland and Boss products of the era."

This is the best sound design tool nobody's heard of (and it's free)

video upload by mylarmelodies

"Prepare to meet SoundThread - capable of the most insane sound mangling imaginable - and it's completely free. You might know of Composer's Desktop Project, used by our old pal Aphex Twin on Drukqs. CDP is one of the most powerful software sound design tools on Earth, and is free. It can do things you just can't do elsewhere. Problem is, CDP has never been especially easy to use. Enter SoundThread - a new, beginner friendly Mac/Windows/Linux "front end" for CDP. SoundThread gives you access to lots of CDP's power, but in a simple drag-and-drop modular way. It makes it fun and quick to explore, even if you have very limited experience - that's a big deal. CDP has never been this easy before.

This video was made completely independently of SoundThread & CDP - if I find something cool, I just want to spread the word.

SOUNDTHREAD LINKS TO TRY IT YOURSELF
▶ Get SoundThread: https://github.com/j-p-higgins/SoundT... (Note: This will also tell you how to install CDP. Follow the install instructions precisely. It's not hard, but you mustn't miss a step.)
▶ ...Then learn SoundThread: Soundthread's maker has made a really clear and straightforward video tutorial series for it, watch these: [SoundThread videos below]

▶ SoundThread Discord community: / discord

COMPOSERS DESKTOP PROJECT INFO
▶ Main site for CDP: https://www.composersdesktop.com/ ▶ Watch this video where lovely chap BT shows you how command line CDP works: [video further below]"

SoundThread


Sound Design Tutorial w/ BT Pt. 1: Digital Signal Processing Using Mac OS X Terminal

video upload by Dubspot

Dr. Endo explores LIVEN Evoke: DAWN

video upload by SONICWARE

"LIVEN Evoke | Acoustronic Synthesizer with Granular Effect
https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-evoke

DAWN

As light slowly breaks through the darkness of night—
a hopeful morning quietly begins to rise.
I jammed this piece on the LIVEN Evoke, imagining it as a scene from a film.

The drone is built on a cello, layered with a SAW PAD waveform using the Harmonic Wave parameter,
moving gently to support the space with a quiet, understated presence.

Chords are softly played on an oboe, while the violin uses a string ensemble-style waveform pitched one octave down,
adding a grounded presence that stands out quietly in the mix.

The piano plays a repeating phrase sent through GRAIN FX.
The FX is set to fifth-aligned mode, allowing grains to extend up to two octaves above.
These small, rounded grains roll and shimmer through the space—like scattered particles of morning light.

Yu Endo

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夜の暗闇の中に、少しずつ光が差し込み、やがて希望の朝を迎えつつある。
そんな映画のワンシーンをイメージして、LIVEN EvokeでJamってみました。

ドローンはチェロにHarmonic WaveパラメータでSAW PAD波形を重ねて、
ゆっくりとした動きで空間を静か目に支えています。

コードはオーボエで柔らかく重ね、バイオリンにはストリングスアンサンブル系の波形を使用し、1オクターブ下で鳴らすことで、静かな中にも芯のある存在感を持たせました。

ピアノはリフレインしながらGRAIN FXにSENDしてます。GRAIN FXは5度アラインで、2オクターブ上までのグレインが発生する設定にしており、コロコロと細かく丸みのある粒が、まるで朝の光の粒のように空間に散っていく感じを狙っております。

遠藤　祐

Dr. Endo explores LIVEN Evoke: Ashen

video upload by SONICWARE

"LIVEN Evoke | Acoustronic Synthesizer with Granular Effect
https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-evoke

Ashen

Today I just jammed with the arpeggiator function on the LIVEN Evoke.
The piano part combines the chord function with the arpeggiator to create a simple loop.
Using the HarmonicWave parameter, I subtly added upper harmonics with a shimmer-like effect that catches nicely in the reverb.
In the middle section, I layered a Peruvian flute to bring some organic texture to the chordal atmosphere, using breathy tones rich in fine noise.
For the low end, I used an electric guitar waveform—slightly wah-like and a bit distorted—adding a unique, wavering texture to the mix.

Yu Endo

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今日は、LIVEN Evokeのアルペジエーター機能を使ってJamってみました。
ピアノはコード機能とアルペジエーターを併用し、シンプルなループを構築。
そこにHarmonicWaveパラメータで、シマー系の効果が得られる高域の倍音をほんの少しだけ重ね、リバーブに心地よく引っかかるようにしています。
中盤からはペルーフルートを重ね、微細なノイズを含む息遣いでコード感に有機的な陰影をプラス。
低域にはエレキギター波形を使用し、少しワウっぽく、歪んだようなユニークな質感で、独特のうねりを添えました。

遠藤　祐
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Dr. Endo explores LIVEN Evoke: Tear

video upload by SONICWARE

"LIVEN Evoke | Acoustronic Synthesizer with Granular Effect
https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-evoke

Tear

It rained today here in Tokyo, where the SONICWARE office is located.
The atmosphere was just right, so I jammed on the LIVEN Evoke with rain and a post-classical mood in mind.

I think I managed to capture the feeling of a calm, structured bowing pattern on the violin quite naturally.
This was achieved by setting longer gate times for the violin, creating a smooth and sustained bowing expression.
The bass line is played on contrabass.
The piano has a subtle touch of GRAIN FX, adding delicate, shimmering high-end grains that color the space gently.
One more track was dedicated entirely to noise, helping to create a sense of space with depth—like a quiet rainfall.

Yu Endo

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今日、SONICWAREのオフィスのある東京は雨が降っており、良い感じの雰囲気だったので、雨を背景にポストクラシカルなJamをLIVEN Evokeでしてみました。
バイオリンの整然とした弓の運びのリフレインが自然な感じに再現できたと思います。
これは、バイオリンのゲートタイムを長めに設定することで、滑らかで余韻のある弓の動きを実現してます。
ベースラインはコントラバスでつくりました。
ピアノに少しGRAIN FXをかけ、繊細な高域のグレインを散らすように加えて空間を彩りました。
また、1トラックはノイズ専用にして、雨のような雰囲気で奥行きのある空間をつくっております。

遠藤　祐
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Dr. Endo explores LIVEN Evoke: EXPR//Residue

video upload by SONICWARE

"LIVEN Evoke | Acoustronic Synthesizer with Granular Effect
https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-evoke

Dr. Endo – Live Set
PTN12: EXPR//Residue
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A cinematic ambient track evoking the grandeur of a distant galactic empire, EXPR//Residue begins with a solemn tuba drone and unfolds into a slowly shifting sonic landscape.

The tuba forms the foundation of the piece—its rich tone is enhanced with a harmonic waveform to add depth, and sent through GRAIN FX to transform a simple two-note bassline into a dense, evolving low-frequency texture.

Oboe chords provide a gentle, pad-like atmosphere, blending naturally into reverb to create soft, immersive motion.
Scattered throughout the track, piano accents are pulled and stretched using the BACKTIDE function, adding expressive drag and emotional tension.

One track is dedicated to filtered noise, modulated by an LFO on the low-pass filter cutoff. This creates a storm-like undercurrent that blends beautifully with the reverb, expanding the spatial field of the mix.

This piece explores the remnants of something vast and ancient—a residue of sound and structure left drifting in space.

Yu Endo
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Introducing Sonicware LIVEN Evoke - A New Category of Ambient Music Box

video uploads by SONICWARE

"Following the success of Ambient Ø, we’re introducing ‘LIVEN Evoke’ — a new category of ambient music box that blends acoustic-inspired synthesis with hypnotic granular textures.

‘Evoke’ builds on the emotional soundscape tradition we pioneered, offering A creators a deeply expressive tool for composing cinematic ambient and post-classical music."

https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-evoke

MSRP: US: $239 UK: £229 (incl. VAT) AU: AU$399 (incl. GST) CA: CA$329
First Batch: 100 units — Shipping Starts from June 30. Check with dealers on the right for availability.



Additional Details:

■ Nostalgia-Evoking Ambient Music Box
Timelessly interwoven with synthesized acoustic instruments and a hypnotic granular effect.

■ Acoustronic Flux Oscillator
New synth engine that turns acoustic-instrument essence into a unique 'acoustronic' sound.

■ Grain FX: Musical Granular Effect
Micro-grain slicing transforms phrases into musical glitches and evolving textures.

■ Dense & Multi-Dimensional Reverb
10 diverse reverbs—including the veiled ambience 'Mirage'—for deep atmospheres.

■ All-in-One 4-Track Sequencer
LIVEN’s signature 4 -track sequencer, known for recording performances and sound changes.

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Roland Jupiter 8 & TR-808 Canvas Artwork by Vintage Voltage

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via these eBay listings

Check the seller's other listings for additional designs.

"Jupiter 8 Stretched Matte Canvas Artwork by Vintage Voltage (Roland JP-8 Classic Synthesizer Japan)

The legendary Roland Jupiter 8 keyboard (aka JP-8) is one of the most iconic and sought after synthesisers of all time. It continues to be revered not only for its historical significance in music but also for its enduring sonic capabilities."

And:

"TR-808 Stretched Matte Canvas Artwork by Vintage Voltage (Roland 808 Rhythm Composer Drum Machine)

The Roland TR-808 analog drum machine, introduced in 1980, is a seminal electronic musical instrument. With only around 12,000 units produced in its two-year run, its profound influence on popular music culture is undeniable. The 808's distinctive sounds, including deep bass drums and crisp snares, have become foundational in genres like hip-hop and electronic music, cementing its status as an iconic tool for musicians."

"Each matte canvas comes with back hanging already included for convenient placement. The frame is made with profile radiata pine that is ethically sourced from renewable forests.

Small 16" x 12" (40cm x 30cm)

Medium 24" x 18" (60cm x 45cm)

Large 32" x 24" (81cm x 61cm)

Depth all sizes 1.25" (3.17cm)

Materials: cotton and polyester composite (canvas), pine wood (frame)

Back hanging included and soft rubber dots on bottom back corners for support

Inner frame made with radiata pine sourced from renewable forests

*Please note* : Due to the production process of the canvases, please allow for slight size deviations with a tolerance +/- 1/8" (3.2mm)

MusicMerch.Me is a new clothing and merch store dedicated to musicians, producers and synthesists. Exclusive home to Vintage Voltage, a brand focused on legendary electronic musical instruments such as synthesizers and drum machines."

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TIPS & TRICKS – CAN HAPAX RANDOM?

video upload by Squarp instruments

"🎲 All things random! 🎲
This little jam showcases multiple techniques for note generation and randomization, using only one drum track of Hapax.

CHAPTERS
0:10 Basic rythm
0:29 Generator algorithm
0:43 Swing effect
0:57 More Generator tweaks
1:17 Every N algorithm
1:27 Quick mutes
1:38 Curve algorithm
1:53 Random effect

COMPLETE MANUAL
​🇬🇧 https://tinyurl.com/hapax-manual

QUICKSTART MANUAL
​🇬🇧 https://tinyurl.com/ENG-quickstart
​🇫🇷 https://tinyurl.com/FR-quickstart
🇯🇵 https://tinyurl.com/JP-quickstart"

Arturia Jup-8000 V - A recreation of a 1990s powerhouse synth

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We present a detailed demo and tutorial of the new Jup-8000 V from Arturia, one of several exciting new instruments in their V Collection 11. It is a recreation of the 1990s electronic-music powerhouse, the Roland JP-8000, which was at the forefront of the virtual analog trend. We will go over all of its features, from the recreations of the iconic supersaw and feedback oscillators to the new trance-gate effect and more. We'll also take a look at a few of the factory presets."

00:00 Introduction
00:27 History
01:35 Overview
01:53 Oscillators
08:08 Oscillator Common (modulators, ring mod, cross mod, sync)
17:17 Filter
22:31 Amp
23:59 Other main panel features
27:06 Trance Gate
31:39 Other effects
38:09 Multi-Arp
43:52 Advanced modulators
48:23 Factory presets
54:48 Conclusion
_________

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Arturia Introduces Updated V Collection with New Virtual Synths

video uploads by Arturia

"As of today, V Collection 11 is officially live.

This is our most expansive edition yet - a powerhouse suite of 45 instruments, 3 exclusive expansion packs, and over 12,000 world-class presets, all crafted for modern music makers.

7 new instruments, 5 major updates - now included.

Fresh additions like Jup-8000 V, Pure LoFi,Augmented MALLETS along with MiniBrute V, Synthx V and Augmented YANGTZE. A completely new version of SEM V, and rebuilt Augmented instruments to push creative boundaries."

Additional details on the release further below.

Playlist:
1. V Collection 11 | Reference Instruments For Music Makers | ARTURIA
2. Jup-8000 V | Supersaw Digital Synthesizer | ARTURIA
3. SEM V | Spellbinding Analog Synthesizer | ARTURIA
4. Augmented Series 2 | Acoustic Instruments Reinvented | ARTURIA
5. Pure LoFi | Low-Fidelity Synthesizer | ARTURIA
6. Tutorials | Jup-8000 V - Overview
7. Tutorials | SEM V - Overview
8. Tutorials | Augmented Series 2 - Overview
9. Tutorials | Pure LoFi - Overview

ARTURIA V Collection V Walkthrough, Demo and Features with MATTHS

video uploads by MATTHS

"Arturia have just released their new JUP-8 V as part of the Arturia V Collection 11! Jup-8000 V is a one-of-a-kind reproduction of the iconic JP-8000 including its legendary supersaw oscillator. Let's have a first look, discover its capabilities and dive in together to see what this can do!

_7 Authentic engines
_Surgical Filter
_Whole voice modelled
_Multi-arpeggiator & Melodic sequencer
_Supercharged effect section
_Advanced Modulation system

Built to deliver the unmistakable 2000s dance sound
and the unique euphoric melancholia of the millennial
generations in just a few clicks." www.matthsmatthsmatths.com



PDF press release in image format:

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CyDrums | Expressive Drums Synthesizer [Drum Machine Performance by Kuba Sojka]

video upload by SONICWARE

"CyDrums: https://sonicware.jp/pages/cydrums
Buy Now Before 145% Duty Hits! (for USA Customers)
$399 now — next month, over $578 in extra duties. Hurry!

'Phase Index'
The CyDrums was the central instrument — a drum machine — in this performance.
One of its tracks was used not only to trigger internal sounds but also to simultaneously control the modular. In addition, the audio signal from the modular was routed back into CyDrums and processed through its effects."

🪚 Roland JP-8000 🪚 🎧 (no talking) 🎧

video upload by Cutoff Frequency - gear stuff (no talking)

"This is a video demonstrating the sounds of the Roland JP-8000.

The JP-8000 caught my attention when I started digging into the whole super saw concept. As a relative newcomer to the dutch hardcore scene I was blown away by this fat, yet aggressive sound. The JP-8000 was the first to incorporate it and, although subtle, it's directness is unrivaled. And it is capable of so much more. I feel the sounds are dated, but still relevant. A bit contradictory, I know. I recently recapped the unit, but unfortunately, directly after this demo, the right channel went very dim. I guess I need to open it up again. Build quality is lacking a bit, but with a little tlc this unit is one of my favorites.

Thanks my love for playing so beautifully."

0:00 Strings
5:01 Bass
7:17 Pads
9:27 Arpeggiator
14:45 Lead & Organ
17:00 FX

Ambient 0 v1.5 - Microtonal Ambient Techno Jam

video upload by ChrisLody

"So Sonicware dropped a new firmware update for the Ambient 0 on Friday which fixes bug and adds a bunch of new features, main details below.

So this jam uses the Noise channel to process external audio by filtering it and panning it around, plus the hands on control for that is great fun. I've also dialled in a Pure Minor temperament and I'm using the new Osc Level target to create an envelope like decay using a one shot LFO. Hopefully you'll be able to hear some of the new temperament in this, particularly in the melody line. Because of the way temperaments work (video soon) they all need a root note assigning to them and this can be abused to get things even more wonky which is what I've done here by setting it to Ab which I'm sure is the wrong key. All in all some very nice additions which make the Amb0 even more appealing to me."

https://sonicware.jp/pages/downloads

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