'Sound Bites' - Sequential Prophet 5 Rev4 Desktop polyphonic analogue synth

video upload by DreamsOfWires

"Some sounds from the @SequentialLLC Circuits Prophet 5 Rev4, all sound patches are my own which I made from scratch, and no I don't share/sell presets. More P5 vids in the future.
The Prophet 5 was one of a couple of synths I wanted for more than 20 years, but it was always out of my reach financially. I'm glad Dave Smith decided to re-release it, along with a module version, both for much less than the cost of an original/vintage example nowadays. Nice to have the synth used by so many artists I've enjoyed over the years, John Carpenter, Skinny Puppy, Kraftwerk, Numan, Depeche Mode, Japan and so many other synth pop acts from my youth.
Accompanying footage is from a tour I did of the USA in 2017 whilst playing guitar for a band - I started making videos here covering the stretches chronologically, but never finished them, so here's some more of the last leg of the journey... and perhaps more to come.
My music is available here: https://tomorrowthecure.bandcamp.com"

Plector (DiN76) by Parallel Worlds

https://dinrecords.bandcamp.com/album/plector-din76

"Greek synthesist Bakis Sirros who records under the name of Parallel Worlds has become a familiar name to followers of the DiN label. His debut release was 'Obsessive Surrealism' (DiN26) back in 2007 and since then he has released a further solo album, 'Shade' (DiN32), as well as several collaborative albums with different artists including DiN label boss Ian Boddy & Node guru Dave Bessell.

'Plector' (DiN76) is his third solo outing on the DiN imprint and continues the deep dive into organic, analogue modular excursions that this talented musician is so adept at. Throbbing, deep bass lines are accompanied by sparse drum patterns and beguiling melodic synth lines. The album has a beautifully cohesive, dark and brooding atmosphere. Hints of a John Carpenter like synth soundtrack lurk around every corner but the sound world that Sirros creates is very much his own. At times the raw beauty of his synth patches grab you whilst at other moments the delicate, glitch like sound design details hover just out of sight. The album is built upon two groups of three rhythmic tracks interspersed with the dark drone of 'Atmoform' and the beautiful, almost Enoesque final track, 'Harmonic Pathways'.

Lovers of Electronica, Dark Techno, Downtempo & IDM will find much to admire in 'Plector' and this new album once again showcases the unique talent of this highly individual musician.

releases December 9, 2022
All tracks composed, arranged and produced by Bakis Sirros during 2022.

Mastered by Ian Boddy July 2022.

Thanks to: friends and family, John Sirros, Ian Boddy, Mamonu, Ingo Zobel & Dimitris Pavlidis.

Machines used:
Buchla modular
Eurorack modular
Korg opsix
Software"

https://dinrecords.bandcamp.com/album/plector-din76

The Sound of Icehouse with Arp Quadra and Minimoog Synthesizer

video upload by RetroSound

"(c)2007-22 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi

❤️ Support #RetroSound​ channel: https://retrosound.creator-spring.com

One of my favorite tracks from Icehouse called Icehouse from the year 1980

I used the ARP Quadra Analog Synthesizer for the analog strings (original ARP Solina string ensemble) and for the lead parts.

And I used the Moog Minimoog analog synth for the bass sounds in combination with the ARP Quadra string bass section.

The ARP Quadra Synthesizer from the year 1978 is one of most incredible synths ever. Used by Tony Banks, John Carpenter, New Order, Joe Zawinul and others. Here can you find the full Quadra playlist with single sound demos and one synth demo tracks. Enjoy.

The ARP QUADRA playlist:"

Halloween - A Tribute to J. Carpenter (Sequential Take 5, PMW Malevolent and more)

video upload by Alessandro Mastroianni

"A cover of the #halloween Theme by John #Carpenter featuring #Sequential Take 5, PMW #Malevolent, Korg #MinologueXD, Erica Synths #Bassline DB-01... and Fender #Telecaster, #Stratocaster, Jaguar, my #modularsynth, Elektron #syntakt ... lots of stuff!

I hope you enjoy my tribute to Maestro Carpenter, an incredibly influential figure in my life. Happy Halloween!

My virtual Instruments:
http://sonoracinematic.com"

VProm V 2.0 - Linn LM-1 Based Soft Synth by AJLAB aka Aly James Lab

VProm plug-in vs Hardware LM-1 video upload by Aly James

"Direct comparison* between Linn LM-1 direct output and VProm plug-in.
LM-1 recorded straight, VProm direct, no FX, no EQ, no dynamics."

VProm Linn LM-1 VST drum machine overview & tutorial

video upload by Tech Raven

"VProm, by Aly James Lab, VST plugin of the famous Linn LM-1 drum machine. In my opinion, Vprom is the last word on Linn LM-1 plugins, nothing compares, not even close."

via AJLAB

A legend never dies!
The VProm was originally based on THE killer drum machine in town back in the early 80s, this expensive drum computer was also the first to include real drum samples back in the days!

Early sample based drum machines used samples of acoustic drum sounds recorded on the fly through some basic hardware. The way they were recorded without any kind of anti-aliasing makes them cut better in a mix than anything available at the time, they sounded so great that they became an alternative to the analog drum sounds of that era. To this day, the unique sound of this vintage machine is highly regarded because only using samples of the analog output is not enough to reproduce the wide range of sound and character of this beast. One DAC(converter)and clock per voice and yummy filters! Yes it is a historical piece of gear that take a huge place in the 80s sound picture. Only around 500 of these things are out there so don't count on finding a working one easily and forget for cheap. It has been used by major acts like Prince, Phil Collins, Thompson Twins, Stevie Wonder, Gary Numan, Depeche Mode, The Human League, Jean-Michel Jarre, Vangelis, John Carpenter, Todd Rundgren,The Art of Noise... The Machine was made by a musician for musicians and I tried to stick to that standard :) So as there were no accurate VST for that legend out there... I had to make the VProm!

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! IT MAKES THINGS HAPPEN, SUCH AS VProm ON WIN, MAC, x86 AND x64 Platforms!

VPROM accurately reproduces the internal circuitry and filtering of the first legendary Drum Machine but is also perfectly able to read and import original, custom or vintage EPROMs from other Drum Machines of that era, legendary 80s machines such as the Linndrum, DMX, DrumTraks etc.(.bin files that you can find on the net) An EPROM is an integrated circuit that was used to store short audio sample data in a compressed format. VPROM is the closest thing to the real deal - reading and decoding original EPROM data images in real time using the exact decode table from the AM6070 DAC at a variable sample rate. VPROM also allow experimenting with your own sample database. You can convert samples with external tools and load compatible ULaw companded images (see manual for more info).

I hope you enjoy making funky grooves with VPROM as much as I do!

Disclaimer: The original name of this VST, "VLinn", has been changed at the request of the Linn Electronics copyright holder, Roger Linn. It is now named "VPROM". Aly James Lab has no affiliation with Roger Linn and has not received any consent from Roger Linn. We do not claim to reproduce the sounds of Roger Linn s product but rather this product creates sounds inspired by Roger Linn s past products.

Oberheim Matrix-6R Analog Rackmount Polysynth Module

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Nice black & white shots.

"This classic polysynth is in as near-mint condition as you’re likely to ever find. Basically unused. That classic John Carpenter soundtrack sound, with crazy deep mod matrix and bitimbrality. These days editors in VST and iOS make it easy to edit its depths. Comes with original power cable, printed manual, extra patches on CD-ROM."

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CHRONOS - "Cinematic Synthesizer"ᴴᴰ

video upload by Altar Records

"All Links ► https://bnd.lc/cinematicsynthesizer

Chronos, one of the pillar artists of Altar Records is back with a new brand album recorded live on vintage synthesizers.

Synthesizers have been a big part of film music for the past 50 years.
Think Vangelis and "Blade Runner", John Carpenter and "Halloween", Daft Punk and "Tron" movies...

Nick Klimenko aka Chronos is back with a second live-played album exploring all the depths of hardware analog and digital synthesizers.

Eight hardware synthesizers from four different decades were chosen for creating an unique cinematic music atmosphere.

The synth patches were made especially for this album.
Iconic and new ones, rich analog & complex digital sounds are taken from:

Alesis Ion
Yamaha SY-77
Arturia PolyBrute
Roland D50
Kawai K5000
Korg King Korg
Arturia MatrixBrute
Korg DSS-1

Everything was played and recorded live in one take!
Nick has spent hours in his studio, practicing live playing,
sequencing patterns and harmonies, making atmospheric pads for every single piece in this release.
Then he hit the “record” button and played every song at one time.

Dedicated to Klaus Schulze (1947-2022)"

Patch of The Week: Brass & Blade - inspired by Vangelis & Jarre, a melodic jam with 2 patches

video upload by AJH Synth Official

"First of 3 videos with the Gemini 2412, starting with this simple performance using 2 sounds derived from a monophonic synth brass patch, loosely inspired by Vangelis (Blade Runner) and Jean-Michel Jarre (specifically Oxygene). The next 2 videos will show you how to make the sounds.
The patch emulates the Oberheim SEM design (2 VCO, 1 VCF, 2 ADS envelopes), as the Gemini 2412 is based on the filter from that classic gorgeous-sounding synth module. As many will know, Vangelis famously used the CS-80, and Jarre a variety of expensive early synths, but the humble SEM wasn't necessarily associated with either of them. However, it's character of sound, and that of the Gemini, make it a particularly good choice for brass-like pads and leads, either using it's bandpass filter (as in this video), or it's high pass and low pass filters (much like the CS-80).
In the next video I'll show how to construct the brass sound from the later half of this video, and in the video following that will show how to make a couple of sounds directly based on the CS-80 patches used in Blade Runner, so stay tuned.

Check out the AJH Synth playlists for more 'Patch of The Week' videos, which will be either performances or 'how to' guides detailing a range of sounds, some familiar, some less so, and each containing a patch sheet at the end to show you how to construct it for yourself.

Video by https://www.youtube.com/c/DreamsOfWires

More Videos:
John Carpenter 'Assault on Precinct 13' inspired Gemini patch: https://youtu.be/fKyEDf2QkV8
Stereo Filtering with the Gemini 2412: https://youtu.be/96QRXHZJSL8

Index:
00:00 Intro
00:27 'Brass & Blade' Performance

#ajhsynth #eurorack #modularsynth

Tags: MiniMod modular synth patches modularsynth analog modular synth patching analogue synths eurorack modular synthpatchers patch performance movie-style analog synth brass synth brass pad synth brass"

Patch of The Week: 'Assault on Precinct 13' Gemini 2412 Bass Cover (1976 John Carpenter soundtrack)

video upload by AJH Synth Official

"Just for fun, a patch inspired by a classic synth soundtrack from the 1970's. This time using the Gemini 2412, 1 VCO and Ring SM to create a version of John Carpenter's excellent soundtrack for his 1976 movie 'Assault on Precinct 13'. I don't know for certain, but I've a hunch that he might have used an Oberheim SEM module (or perhaps one of it's polyphonic configurations; Four Voice etc), as it sounds like one in the bass part at least, so I've used the Gemini 2412 to simulate it, since this VCF is based on the SEM filter. The SEM (Synthesizer Expander Module) was a classic 2-oscillator analogue synth module from 1975. It sounds to me like a single sawtooth being used in the movie theme, but I add an additional sub-octave using the Ring SM - it's a cover version, not an attempt to recreate it 100%.

I use the Muting Mixer for the VCA, along with it's overdrive function, to create a more aggressive, punchy bass sound, somehow more befitting a dark, low-budget thriller movie of the seventies. I also chose a reverb setting that to me sounded a little claustrophobic. Patch Notes and PDF link further down the page.

Index:
00:00 Intro
00:32 "Assault on Precinct 13' Theme
02:55 Patch sheet

Check out the AJH Synth playlists for more 'Patch of The Week' videos, which will be either performances or 'how to' guides detailing a range of sounds, some familiar, some less so, and each containing a patch sheet at the end to show you how to construct it for yourself.

Video by DreamsOfWires"

More Assault on Precinct 13

ARP QUADRA Synthesizer - The Features

video upload by RetroSound

"❤️ Support #RetroSound​ channel: retrosound.creator-spring.com

The ARP Quadra Synthesizer from the year 1978

The Quadra is a four-section synthesizer consisting of a bass-synth (monophonic), poly-synth (full polyphonic), lead-synth (duophonic), and Solina like analog strings (full polyphonic)
The best feature is the 12 stage phase shifter, dual portamento controls and fantastic arpeggiator.
Quadra User: Genesis, Pink Floyd, New Order, Joe Zawinul, John Carpenter..."

Halloween Theme on RAVEN (Modular Multitracked)

video upload by birdkids

"HALLOWEEN THEME (by John Carpenter 🎃) multitracked on RAVEN
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Modular exploration feat. Nikola Beim
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#patch #halloween #theme #cinematic #sounddesign #ost #analog #modular #synthesizer #voice #texture #vintage #thick #producer #proaudio #instrument #lush #arpeggio #pad #percussion #noise"

http://birdkids.org/

Day Of The Dead - John Harrison Cover + Additional Halloween Vibes by Scott Ampleford

video upload by Scott Ampleford

"DX7. And lots of it!
When looking for a good tune for my annual Halloween cover, I began by looking through John Carpenter scores but found it difficult to pick one that I havn't already covered on this channel. I needed to cast a wider net, so began searching out other cult favourites, when suddenly it occured to me that I'd never seen any of George Romero's classic zombie movies!
After watching Night Of The Living Dead and very quickly burned through the rest of the franchise, I found that I loved this groovy entry into the series.
Though the 3rd installment in Romero's "Dead" works is considered one of the weaker films, John Harrison's synth-heavy score has swiftly become one of my favourites and I'm glad to present it here.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Gear used:
- 5U/MU Modular *
- Behringer Neutron
- Roland Juno 6
- Waldorf Streichfett
- Arturia Beatstep Pro
* Includes modules from Synthesizers.com, STG Soundlabs, Martin Jan Koehler & Moon Modular
Check out my album releases: https://scottampleford.bandcamp.com"

Halloween Vibes

Demo ONE - Delorean Rhythm by Yves Big City for the Novation Circuit Rhythm

video upload by Isotonik Studios

"Big City Presents :

DELOREAN RHYTHM

Unleash your 80s fantasy and take your chance to imagine and create the perfect film score of your childhood.

Our recording source was our faithfully Juno 106, classic Yamaha DX7 and many other iconic synths from the 80s to cover all the spectrum of this generation.

At a Glance :

Two packs taking benefit of the hot-swap features : Light and ready to load in less than 15 seconds.
Analog and Acoustic Digital samples specially design for the circuit rhythm engine: The best of both world
More than 256 samples compatible also with your favorite DAWS and samplers. Standard WAVs files format
For the synth part :

Classic 80s fat Bass
Brassy juno chords
Vintage shiny leads
Wide collection of FM sound
For the acoustic part :

16 natural percussions sounds
Chorus slap guitar, muted pick articulation designed to work with the onboard distortion.
High quality piano sounds from hybrid to natural.
Selections of different voices texture and lush pads
Cinematic bells
For the drum part :

Classic 80s analog-digital drums with gate reverb tail to have the perfect flavor.
Additionally :

- Incredible collection of magic chord progressions specially design for the synthwave genre.You will never run out of ideas.

- Special grid FX created to improve your build-up effect starring : 8 Auto Filter for classic LFO filter effect, loudness, gater and grainy delay

- Including 8 Demo sessions

- Influenced by Daft Punk, The Weekend, and M83 or John Carpenter

From high quality to lo-fi, Delorean Rhythm will be the perfect tool for the production of Retrowave, Synthwave, Cyberpunk, Vapor, and much more.

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Each sound is individually mastered, tuned in C, and equalized so easily combine sounds, in unison or harmony.
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GET IT HERE: https://isotonikstudios.com/product/d..."

Cinematic Vibrations // Synth Jam with Korg Minilogue XD, Sequential PRO 3, Roland Gaia and Virus TI

video upload by Sounds of Synth

"Hey all,

This week we have gone to the movies! This track is a nod to those massive cinematic film scores and themes. Think dramatic sounds and repeating motifs.

I haven't been inspired by a specific film but more that classic cinematic sound experience you get when you go to the cinema. Having said that the final result is a bit like John Carpenter meets Marvel Avengers!! :D

All samples were triggered live from a Novation Launchpad and the track was recorded in one take straight into Ableton Live. Nothing was added except for a bit of EQ and reverb."

John Carpenter - Escape From New York (Agile Kind Mix)

video upload by Paul Louth

"I got my Prophet 10 a few hours ago, this is a test of what it can do with a score that was well known for using the original Prophet 5. I didn't try to recreate the sounds exactly, this is more aggressive than the original, but it shows off the synth more. I played around with the vintage setting on the various sounds to get that melancholic, detuned, and organic sound that the original Prophet 5 was well known for.

It was mixed pretty quickly, so it's probably a bit muddy, but still this sounds great for a few hours of playing around."

Aquifex - JD-Xi Covers of Assault on Precinct 13 by John Carpenter & The Thing by Ennio Morricone

video upload by SynthAddict

"Roland JD-Xi cover of a great minimalist theme by John Carpenter, from his 1976 film Assault on Precinct 13. The original soundtrack was made with classic analog synths (no drum machine) and multitrack tape."


video upload by SynthAddict

"Roland JD-Xi cover of the classic minimalist theme by infamous composer Ennio Morricone, from the amazing 1982 remake of The Thing - a landmark achievement in practical make-up FX from Rob Bottin and Stan Winston (he made the dog creature)."

Escape From NewYork QasarBeach Cover (Fairlight cmi)

video by QasarBeach

"I'm a huge John Carpenter fan and this was created entirely in QasarBeach and is my take on the main theme.

You can download QasarBeach here: https://adamstrange.itch.io/qasarbeach"

Luftrum 24 - Soundbank for TAL J-8

video by Luftrum1

"Luftrum 24 is a soundbank for TAL J-8 covering a wide range of genres from synthwave to 90s French house to ambient, electro funk and synthpop. All presets you hear in the demo vid above, is straight out of the box with no external processing of any kind.

The presets range from soaring mono leads to dreamy pads over funky dark basses and delicate synth keys and are inspired by a broad range of synth-driven artists and duos such as Daft Punk, John Carpenter, Vangelis, Perturbator, Steve Roach and The Midnight.

The set also features 40 presets designed by Code Elektro, a critically acclaimed synthwave sci-fi artist from Denmark, whose music best can be described as a hard mix between Carpenter Brut, SURVIVE and Tangerine Dream.

LUFTRUM
Website https://www.luftrum.com"

Resident Evil Vs. The Sequential OB-6 Synthesizer

video by Mono Memory

"Howdy. This is a first test with my new Sequential OB-6 synth. See what Resident Evil themes you can pick out! This was bounced out from a recent livestream; more polished footage in full 4k will feature down the line. What do you think of the sound the ob-6 has got going on? I'm super pleased, very John Carpenter and 80's-sounding synth."

Phosphenes (DiN65) by Dave Bessell & Parallel Worlds

https://dinrecords.bandcamp.com/album/phosphenes-din65

"The names of Dave Bessell & Parallel Worlds should be familiar to aficionados of the DiN label with various solo & collaborative albums under their belts. “Phosphenes” see these two well respected musicians team up for their third collaborative release on DiN.

Following on from Morphogenic (DiN41, 2012) & Dystopia (DiN56, 2018) this new album builds on their previous work creating an imaginary Synthwave soundtrack. Bakis Sirros the mastermind behind Parallel Worlds provides the skittering rhythmic backdrop to the tracks over which he and Bessell overlay ominous bass lines, twisting melodies and creative sound design that recall a shadow of 1980s John Carpenter film scores. Bessell also adds his unique guitar style that he so effectively uses in his other well known side project with the synth quartet Node. Both musicians make extensive use of modular synth systems but in very different ways that perfectly blend together in these eight atmospheric tracks.

The duo of Bessell and Sirros really do have a unique sound that is unlike anything else released in the world of electronic music and “Phosphenes” presents another chance to enter their darkly twisted sonic world.
credits
releases January 15, 2021

All tracks composed, arranged and produced by Bakis Sirros & Dave Bessell between November 2019 & July 2020.

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