Hainbach & Bram Bos Skulptur: Now Sends Midi CC!

video upload by Gavinski’s Tutorials

"Skulptur, the performance-focused filterbank plugin by Bram Bos and Hainbach (iPad, iPhone, Mac) just got an update allowing you to use it as a midi CC controller for other iOS apps, or for hardware or desktop software etc that are able to receive midi CC messages from your iPad. In this video I look at:

How to set this up
What you can do with it
One change I would like to see to make it more useful

This is a very nice update, great to have this added functionality. If you haven’t watched it yet, and are into apps that can be used as CC midi controllers, watch my video on the new sqsl Strips app for iPad linked below. Not AUv3, but has some very nice features that are not covered by what Skulptur can do, plus a lot more faders:"

So useful: Strips iPad Midi CC Controller by Michal Macura / sqsl / Seqsual: Not AUv3, but🔥#droneday

video upload by Gavinski’s Tutorials

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NoInputMixer (iOS/Mac) Version 1.3 Update

video upload by Igor Vasiliev

"Two apps on iPad, rhythm and background dark noise ambient. LoopMangler app uses regular loops and creates lofi glitch beats. NoInputMixer app create otherworldly dark ambient textures and backgrounds uses feedback-based technique that models an analog mixing console. Audio unit host app - AUM."

via Motion Soundscape

"NoInputMixer is an experimental feedback-based musical instrument that models an analog mixing console, designed to create a wide range of amazing, otherworldly electronic sounds by feeding the mixer's output back to its input.

What's new:

New app icon (concept and design by Guido Flichman).
Added new drone/noise presets (Thanks to Robert Dowell!).
Switching presets with MIDI controller.
Selecting channels with MIDI controller in single-channel mode.
Switching between Single/Multi and Mixer/Efx screen modes with MIDI controller.
Lock channel parameters when muting (this mode can be disabled in the settings).
Some user interface improvements.
The description has been updated.
Several minor bugs have been fixed."

OPL Studio + Korg NTS-3 + Phantasmal Force generative improvisation inspiration

video upload by Arman Bohn

"Phantasmal Force micro midi controller is available here:

https://distropolisgoods.com/

I haven’t posted in a little while … i’ve been working on the beta firmware for the Phantasmal Force for several months. Here is an improvisational demonstration of the new ARP button mode.

I’m triggering the OPL Studio with three different sequences sent from the Phantasmal Force. The OPL studio is multi timbral so it is capable of playing back different FM tones on each midi channel. It is an amazing device for those looking to explore 80s FM sounds within the context of a hypothetical OS developed to control all of the OPL chip parameters. Truly incredible.

https://www.cheerful.nl/index.html

The NTS-3 takes a bit of learning, but is slowly becoming a fave of mine for adding reverb, delays and interactive effects.  Such a great deal for what it costs.

I’m hoping to release a version 2.0 of the Phantasmal Force firmware within the next couple weeks … maybe even sooner. With that, I intend to release a kit version for sale as well."

"OPL Studio is the ultimate OPL2 / OPL3 synthesizer! It gives you almost limitless control over what you can do with the OPL3 synthesizer chip.

Features of OPL Studio

OPL Studio has a long list of features. To name a bunch of them:

Integrated patch editor to edit predefined instruments and create your own

Load and save instrument banks from popular formats such as *.BNK, *.SB, *.O3, ect.

Patch linking to layer up to 4 instrument patches for even more complex sounds

Polyphonic sequence editor to create up to 32 drum and 32 melody sequences
Quad sequencer to live play up to four sequences

Composer module that lets you create complete songs from your sequences
Midi channel mixer

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Sunday Jam #54 : Music for an imaginary puzzle game - plus!

video upload by MIDI IN

"After deciding that my original idea was a complete disaster, I returned to something I've developed several times in the past. This time I've given it the rock treatment.

I first showed this tune played on a dual-SID C64 [1st video below]

And then using MIDISID [2nd video below]

0:00 Intro
0:24 previous versions
0:49 what I've done today
1:00 how I generated the video
2:01 the track"

Puzzled : music for dual-SID C64

video upload by MIDI IN

"Another piece of original Dual-SID music. I'm starting to doubt the wisdom of writing long ponderous intros, so I won't think any less of you if you skip forward 30s to where the bass and percussion action starts.

My 16-channel MIDI to 6-channel SID voice music player is improving . The sound for this video is captured straight from my sixtyclone which you can see in the video. The music is actually being generated by Logic Pro on a Mac and sent to the C64 via MIDI (Datel MIDI cart)."

Puzzled MIDISID demo 2

video upload by MIDI IN

"I've been unlisting some early MIDISID videos which show MIDISID as a prototype - it's come a long way and is now a commercial product: https://peacockmedia.software/midisid/

I like this tune and decided to re-shoot the video and re-record the audio using some better MIDISID sounds. If you like this or any of my tunes, and would like to use the music for free - you are welcome, as long as you credit me and give a link to my channel. Better still, contact me and I'll provide a good quality audio file."

Machina Bristronica 2024

video uploads by sonicstate

Playlist:

1. Bristronica 24: MyVolts The Silent Alchemist Nears Shipping

We caught up with Caroline who gave us the latest update to the *Silent Alchemist*, a versatile power hub designed for musicians. Featuring five isolated USB-C outputs and a high-wattage sixth output capable of delivering 100 watts, the device can power a Mac with the remaining outputs providing 20 watts each. Its independent circuits ensure noise-free operation, catering to a variety of devices including the Dreadbox module and Sysmo slope generator.

The Silent Alchemist uses innovative step-up power tips to convert USB-C input to the correct voltage for various devices. There's also new feature: an uninterruptible power supply allowing seamless transition between wall and power bank sources. Also introduced were updated cables, such as silver candy cords and floating ring TRS to TS cables, expanding connection flexibility. The Silent Alchemist is expected to be available in December with a competitive pricing strategy.

More Info:
https://myvolts.com/

2. Bristronica 24: Circuit Happy ML2M Clock Sync module updates

At Bristronica 2024, we caught up with the creator of the *ML2M*, who introduced us to the latest version. The ML2M is a compact Eurorack module with Wi-Fi capabilities, allowing seamless synchronization with Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio, and iOS music apps using Ableton Link without the need for cables. It either connects to an existing network or creates its own, ensuring robust sync even in environments with unreliable Wi-Fi. The module, which retains its 2HP size, now features MIDI integration through TRS jacks. Users can access a web interface to configure each output for different clock divisions and reset triggers, making setup straightforward and flexible.

Alongside the ML2M, there's also the Missing Link Junior. This desktop version offers the same functionality but in a box format, complete with MIDI and CV clock outputs. Both products are now accessible, with a starting price of $250.

3. Bristronica 24: Archaea Exchange Patching Module

At Machina Bristronica 2024, we caught up with Arran from ‪@archaea_modular_synthesis‬ who presented the *Exchange Module*. This programmable patcher, a year in the making, evolved from its early prototype stage to a fully functional module. Arran explained how the Exchange can route synth voices via a beam controller and three exchange modules installed within the skiff, allowing for versatile patching. Operating like a matrix patchbay, it enables users to select inputs and outputs with the push of a button, create presets, and chain multiple modules for synchronized patching.

Communication between the modules occurs over the Eurorack power bus as well as over MIDI via the USB-C connection. The Exchange maintains analog integrity, ensuring there’s no conversion latency. The forthcoming release expected in late November 2024, includes a USB-driven editor for enhanced control capabilities.

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How to update the firmware on the Modor DR-2 drum machine

video upload by Richard DeHove

"Everything has its cost. To acquire glorious new features the cost here is the tedium of updating the firmware. Updating the Modor DR-2 isn't especially painful but it is slow. All up about 15 to 20 minutes for the entire job. For those on older machines: When you check your operating system, if you are on OS006 or older you will need to update your bootloader before trying to install new firmware.

A few links that may be handy:
Modor's download page: https://modormusic.com/downloads.html
Send SX for Windows: https://www.bome.com/products/sendsx
SysEx Librarian for Mac: https://www.snoize.com/SysExLibrarian/

0:00 Checking your current firmware
0:56 MIDI input
1:08 Modor sysex file
1:37 Sysex app
2:30 Readme
2:58 Send SX how-to
3:49 Set the speed - IMPORTANT !
4:02 Open the sysex file
4:17 Power into upgrade mode
4:32 Send the sysex file
5:02 Overflow error !!!
6:05 Try again - but slower
7:18 Success !

Many thanks to my kind patrons who keep this channel ad-free
My website: https://richarddehove.com/"

PlantsSystem-November

video upload by plantssystem

"M" Interactive Composition.
Running On Hataroid.
Connection To Steinberg ModelE.

Update: you can find the software, M, here: https://exxosforum.co.uk/atari/mirror/tamw/m.htm

Notes for the archives:

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Audiothingies DoubleDrummer - Drum Synthesizer

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Tulip, a musical computer based on Micropython

video upload by Floyd Steinberg

"Tulip, built in the spirit of 80s home computers, is running Micropython as it's operating system. Conceived with a clear focus on music, it comes with an internal sequencer and software synthesizer (-framework), MIDI and audio interfaces. You can build it yourself, download a version for Linux, Windows or Mac, or buy the official hardware, which is shown here. In this video, I show how to utilize Python to solve some day-to-day tasks like arpeggiators and keyboard splits and MIDI routing.

Tulip homepage:
https://github.com/shorepine/tulipcc
Buy tulip: https://www.makerfabs.com/the-tulip-c...
BOM: https://github.com/shorepine/tulipcc/...
KiCAD files: https://github.com/shorepine/tulipcc/...

Evil influencer stuff:
That LED monitor [Amazon DE | Amazon US] Me, on Apple Music https://music.apple.com/de/album/not-...

HÄLP ZIS CHANNEL
https://www.patreon.com/floyd_steinberg
https://floydsteinberg.gumroad.com/
https://floydsteinberg.bandcamp.com/"

VintageRack process vintage synths

video upload by Igor Vasiliev

"VintageRack (iOS/Mac) - minimalistic and convenient multi-effect app realistically modeling notable retro gear from the early digital era with their inherent aesthetics and atmosphere. ~
In this demo I tried to give some ambience and depth to the sound of vintage synths by adding a little processing with several effects in the VintageRack app specifically for each track. ~
The original tracks, without any processing, were recorded from real instruments and were kindly provided by @ohm_studi_ohm, as were images of these instruments from which they were recorded. On his channel you can find original demos of these synths and other interesting instruments and devices."

The last Eurorack sequencer you might ever buy: DROID Moto Kit Demo

video upload by mylarmelodies

"Imagine you could buy an uber-hands-on 4-track performance sequencer with haptic motorised faders, but you could modify or totally redesign how it works - as your interests change? The "DROID Moto Kit" (running the included Motor Fader Performer Sequencer patch) is that thing. It's 'done', and powerful...AND it can be changed. In this video I'll introduce the DROID system, explain basic track creation 5:41, and then jam from 14:57 onwards.

Thanks for Der Mann mit Der Maschine for hiring me to demo the Moto Kit. Given that this was designed by someone who actually plays live, you might expect that my next step is to try this as my live case sequencer."

00:00 What is Droid & The Moto Kit?!
03:12 Sequencer Intro/Overview
05:41 Let's Make a Track!
14:57 Jams: Meet the Quartet
18:27 Electro Aceed O'Clock
20:41 Electro Variation
23:26 Forlorn Acid
26:49 Stinson Acid
33:54 Endless Noodles
35:02 AFX Bass
36:17 Accumulator Jam
39:33 Arpeggiator Explained
43:06 Compose Mode Jam
45:30 Octave Shifting Melodies
49:04 Divided and Multiplied Melodies
51:33 Reprise Funk
53:36 Kosmiche Arpeggiator Jam

Update: press release and pics follow.

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Powerful but Simple Eurorack Multichannel Sample Player // Samples 2 by SoundForce

video upload by DivKid

Video timeline below.

"Wow what an impressively powerful yet somehow simple use of 4HP! The new Samples 2 from SoundForce is a multichannel sample player with loads of features offering lots of musical approaches to working with samples, mono or stereo use, on board mixing, simple sample and settings file set up and more than I'm going to write out here. Watch the video, I hope you're as impressed with it as I am."

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Sinevibes Eternal v2

video uploads by Sinevibes

Playlist:
Eternal v2 - with GForce Oberheim OB X
Eternal v2 - with KORG prologue
Eternal v2 - with electric guitar

"Eternal v2 is a barber-pole flanger effect designed and developed by Sinevibes. Available as AAX/AU/VST plugin for Mac and Windows. Product page: https://www.sinevibes.com/eternal"

"Eternal is a barber-pole flanger effect plugin. Unlike a traditional flanger which has its tone repeatedly go up and down, a barber-pole flanger goes upwards or downwards in a seemingly endless fashion. To accomplish this unique effect, Eternal employs a thoroughly calibrated low-frequency oscillator with six output signals which modulate and crossfade three flangers – and they do this in a very special way. Since these oscillators have a “through-zero phase” design, Eternal can go from downwards to upwards motion and back completely seamlessly. With two distinct timbres available thanks to positive or negative feedback, this plugin produces a wide variety of delicious spectrum sweeps – plus unusual chorus, pitch shift, and stereo widening effects.

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The last 1980s Poly Synthesizer Classics for less than £$€200!

video upload by Runningonair

"As synthesizer prices have risen sharply over the last few years, I wanted to review what was available for less than £$€200. In this video I look at what is left and try to asses their use in a working setup."

Editors:
https://coffeeshopped.com/patch-base - Covers many synths (Mac, IOS)
https://squest.com/index.html - Covers many synths (Windows)
https://www.fm-alive.com/ Yamaha FM (Windows)

Emulators:
https://www.kvraudio.com/product/dexe... - Dexed (DX7) (free)
https://www.arturia.com/products/soft... - Various Synths
https://www.nilsschneider.de/wp/nils-... - K1 (free)


Old ad pictures:
http://www.muzines.co.uk/about
http://retrosynthads.blogspot.com/


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If you'd like to support the channel, you can check out my tracks below:

Bandcamp
https://runningonair.bandcamp.com/

Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fNUf...

You can also leave a donation at:

Paypal
https://paypal.me/runningonair?countr...
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Famous Roland Juno Synthesizer Sounds

video upload by RetroSound

"(c)2007-23 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi

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

Famous Roland Juno-60 and Juno-106 sounds part1

0:06 Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams
0:27 Real Life - Send Me An Angel
0:50 The Cure - A Forest
1:20 Mac DeMarco - Chamber Of Reflection
1:48 Metronomy - Aquarius
2:30 Cindy Lauper - All Through The Night
2:45 Duran Duran - Save A Prayer
3:02 Daft Punk - Voyager
3:25 Double - Captain Of Her Heart
3:47 My Mine - Hypnotic Tango

The Roland Juno-60 is one of my favorite synthesizer ever. I use the Juno-60 since the mid 90s. Long before all the hype.
A few words come in my mind when I thinking of the synth:
Very inspirative. Wonderful sound character. Easy to use. Very reliable.
Sure all is a matter of taste. We are so different like the synths we love. :)

Here can you find the full Juno-60 playlist with a lot single sound demos and one synth demo tracks. Enjoy.
The Juno-60 playlist:"

strokes v3.11 - multi-outputs update & built-in tutorial

video upload by Cong Burn

"Strokes is now a multi output VST3/AU/AUV3, each voice (synth or sampler) can be routed to an individual audio channel for further processing & recording.

Win / Mac / iOS
VST3 / AU / Standalone (iOS) / AUV3 (iOS)
https://www.congburn.co.uk/strokes

In this demo, I'm using AUM as a host with a single instance of Strokes AUV3 generating all of the audio you hear (except the siren!).

AUM allows me to route each Strokes voice to an individual output of my audio interface (expert sleepers es-8, located in the modular). I'm using 4 outputs which are connected to the Xone92 (mono).

CH1 - Bass
CH2 - Drums
CH3 - Chord 1
CH4 - Chord 2

Also on the table is a delay pedal on Aux 1 + a compressor & a saturator.

Also new
- Added a built in tutorial to help you create your first rhythm, melody and pattern variation. Access this on the info 'i' menu.
- Hovering over / tapping a parameter on the sequencer page will display the parameter’s name in the header."

"Also new is a built in tutorial that'll help you create your first rhythm, melody and pattern variation. Throw in the new manual and the learning curve isn't looking so steep -> https://drive.google.com/open?id=1hViEDttYSAIFygN1Y4kWXByMXfX5r3K4"

strokes v3.10 - oscillator update

video upload by Cong Burn

https://www.congburn.co.uk/strokes
https://apps.apple.com...
https://discord.gg/ETKn7kBpzn

Plaits code by Emilie Gillet, released under MIT License
https://github.com...

Plaits cheatsheet by Rochefsky
https://www.rochefsky.com...

"Strokes' latest mutation adds 16 synth engines derived from Mutable Instruments Plaits

Taking a fresh look at Strokes - it's now a fully cross platform (mac/win/iOS) sequencer/ sampler/ synthesizer/ groovebox/ 8-part-multitimbral synth/sampler.

https://www.congburn.co.uk/strokes
https://apps.apple.com...
£19.99 / £35 / £40

Also new:
- Pitch sequencing and quantizers
- Fully customisable modulation matrix, any modulation source can connect to any sound parameter
- Bit crushing & sample rate reduction added to sampler, as well as start/loop point modulation
- Panning & fine tune

Overview:

Welcome to Strokes - an all-in-one, cross-platform workstation for sequencing, sampling and synthesis.

The idea of this device is to encourage free-flow experimentation and exploration of rhythm and modulation. The architecture behind Strokes is complex, but on the surface it’s designed to be intuitive no matter what your experience level is. By setting up some sounds and turning the dials, anyone can create interesting and unique results. The sequencing and modulation are cross-patched, meaning the actions of one part impact on another - in this way, the patterns all form part of the greater whole, moving in symbiosis to create cohesive results.

Rather than relying on methodical programming of patterns or computer-defined ‘randomness’, Strokes offers a way to create surprising music with an emphasis on fun. Nothing happens by accident, but you never quite know where a jam will take you. With the means to store patterns and melodic information within a project, one set up can produce different results every time.

The first four sequencer channels can be set according to your wishes, while the other four behave in various ways according to those settings. Each channel can be assigned one of 16 oscillators from Mutable Instruments’ celebrated Plaits module. Alternatively, they can each be assigned to samples of your choice with various sound design options. There are probability options to add semi-random changes to the sequencers, and on-board reverb and delay add effects processing to the sounds being generated. Various modulation options allow these sounds and effects to be changed in subtle or significant ways, always in response to the other rhythmic behaviour taking place in the project.

Strokes can run as a VST3 or AU plug-in within all major DAW environments, meaning the MIDI information generated can also be assigned to your own software and hardware instruments. On iOS, Strokes can run as a standalone application or from within a host such as AUM."

Yamaha CS-30 with MIDI/App/Plugin

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See this post for demos and details on the Lalalandsynth MIDI kit & apps.

"Unique Yamaha CS 30 with Lalalandsynth MIDI kit - Control APP and Filter Controller plugin.
In short you get an excellent condition, fully restored and calibrated CS 30 with Midi In/Out , Seq sync, Envelope trigger and app for settings (midi channel etc) as well as an Dual Filter Controller plugin for Mac/Pc and all DAWs.

The only Yamaha CS 30 like this on the market as far as I can tell.

MIDI KIT SPECS.
Midi channel Omni to 1-16
Midi In and out.
CC control of both filters using Mod wheel, velocity , aftertouch or CC74.
Note priority setting - high/low/last
Seq Trigger via Midi note giving you an option to sync both the timing and duration of each step.
EXT envelope trigger via Midi note.
12 Bit Filter control for super smooth filter control.
Hz/V Output from MIDI - you can use the synth as an Hz/V interface for other synths.
You can use the Synths keyboard to make all settings like Midi channel etc OR use our Mac/Pc App.

See further MIDI Kit specs here : lalalandsynth.com/products/yamaha-cs-series-midi-kit"

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Roland JP-8080 Editor and Librarian for Patch Base

via Coffeeshopped where you can find the editor.

The JP-8080 editor in Patch Base brings all the settings for a full JP-8080 Performance with its 2 Patches into a single editor. You can quickly see the overview of the settings for the Upper and Lower Patches as well as the Velocity and Control Morphing settings for every parameter.

The Upper and Lower tabs each show you a full patch on a single screen. Although the JP-8080 is wonderful for hands-on control, when you load a saved patch you don't really know what any of the settings are on the synth itself. Patch Base makes this easy. You can also copy and paste the Filter and Amp envelopes as well as Randomize or Initialize each individual patch. Individual patches can be saved and loaded, as well as entire Performances, all from one editor.

The Voice Mod tab shows you all of the Voice Mod settings in one place, making it easy to create your own custom patches without any menu diving.

The 2-Up tab shows the most important controls of the Upper and Lower patches side-by-side, for when you're creating Performances that use both patches on the same channel, and you want to compare settings between patches, or quickly copy/paste between patches.

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PreenFM2 - FM Multitimbral Synthesizer

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Pics of the inside below.

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