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Friday, November 13, 2026
VICTORY: a modern digital Vector Synthesizer
video upload by manmade madman
"Available now: https://store.denversynth.com/victory...
The Sequential Prophet VS was a masterpiece in design and sound in 1986. 4 digital oscillators that you could mix between in realtime via a handy joystick forever changed what a synthesizer could sound like, all running through analog filters downstream. It wasn't really a wavetable capable synth, but it felt like it and sounded like it. It was digital, with an analog heart. Unfortunately, it was released during the heyday of the Yamaha DX7, and that won the publics heart. It was Sequential's final synthesizer, before the company went into bankruptcy. Dave Smith would eventually go to work for Korg, where he would design the Wavestation, a fully digital synth that was a next-gen version of the VS.
Whether you know it or not, you've heard its sound on early NIN Pretty Hate Machine era and even rock bands entered the synth domain with its sounds.
Enter VICTORY: the ultimate evolution of Vector Synthesis.
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Thursday, November 12, 2026
THE U-HE DIVA TOTAL 2026 REFRESH FROM ULTIMATE PATCHES — PLUS FREE PATCH PACK
video upload by ULTIMATE PATCHES
"The All-New U-He Diva Presets by Best-Selling Ultimate Patches (no talking).
Available Now (FREE or paid) only at https://www.ultimatepatches.com"
"Ultimate Patches, creators of well-received factory presets (JN-80 Banks A-E, Polyeight Bank A, UB-1, Pro-VS-Mini, Uno Synth etc.) has unleashed a total refresh of the U-he Diva synth: U-he Diva Ultimate Patches — Volumes 1+2 is the all-new collection of high-quality Diva presets that bring the synth new life with vintage and modern polys, leads, and basses — plus classic non-synth instruments including electric guitars, electric basses, string sections, brass, percussion, acoustic pianos, wurly and rhodes electric pianos, organs including B3 and farfisa, voices, orchestral, and world instruments.
The new collection spans the genres of 70s, 80s & 90s synth classics, plus vintage pop & rock, modern pop, retrowave, R&B, orchestral, cinematic, hiphop, vaporwave, trance, retrocade, latin, reggae, jazz, chiptune, reggaeton, tech house and deep house.
Pricing & Availability:
Available now as an instant digital download at ultimatepatches.com with Black Friday prices of $14.99 per volume or $24.99 for all 150 Patches.
The free Taster Pack of 15 premium sounds from the collection is also available (no registration required): https://www.ultimatepatches.com/free-synth-presets-patches.html"
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KORG Polysix – Vintage 80s Analog Synthesizer | Synthwave
video upload by RetroSound
"Korg Polysix + Moog Taurus = 70s and 80s vintage synths in one synthwave track
Take a journey into the cosmic side of early-1980s analog synthesis.
In this demo, I'm using only two vintage synthesizer machines: the legendary Korg Polysix analog synthesizer and the Moog Taurus bass pedals from the 70s.
No DAW. No modern plugins. Just vintage analog hardware, simple sequencing, and the unmistakable character of early-80s electronic music.
The Polysix is a classic 6-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer, featuring a VCO with sawtooth, pulse and PWM, a sub-oscillator, resonant low-pass filter, ADSR envelope, LFO, arpeggiator, chord memory and built-in analog effects.
The Moog Taurus is a analog bass pedal synthsizer from the 70s.
For this demo, I pushed the Polysix into a more cosmic, atmospheric and spacey direction, while taurus provides the deep bass foundation.
If you love vintage synthesizers, analog sound, retro electronic music, spacey synth sounds and classic drum machines, this one is for you.
Headphones recommended — turn up the volume and enjoy the cosmic analog atmosphere."
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Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Tropica Nova: The 8-Bit Island Synth 🌴🎮 (Official Trailer)
video upload by Slime Green Beats
"🌴 Get Tropica Nova: https://slimegreenbeats.com/products/...
The 8-bit island synth by Slime Green Beats. Two pulse waves, a triangle bass and a noise channel, straight from a classic game console, plus the tools modern producers need.
🎮 In the trailer:
• Twin pulse waves with 4 duty cycles
• Triangle bass in the Authentic 8-bit engine
• Tracker-style chord arps: hold one key, get a full chord
• Noise drums + Metal mode
• Pitch sweeps for lasers and kicks
• Starlight Echo wide stereo delay
128 presets · Clean + Authentic engines · VST3 + Standalone · Windows 10/11"
"Turn any beat into a retro video game soundtrack in seconds.
Remember the music from the old game consoles? The hero theme you hummed for days, the coin sound and the boss battle music? Tropica Nova puts that whole sound in your DAW. Load a preset, press a key, and your track sounds like a game cartridge from the golden age of gaming.
It's built from the four voices of a classic 8-bit console: two pulse waves, a triangle and a noise channel. Then it adds the tools today's producers want, so your chip sounds are ready for a real mix.
Play a Whole Chord With One Finger
The old game composers faked chords by flipping through notes super fast. Tropica Nova does that for you. Pick a chord type, hold one key, and you get that shimmering chiptune chord right away. You don't need any music theory.
128 Presets, Ready to Drop In
You don't have to build anything from scratch. Pick a sound and start making music. There are 8 categories with 16 presets each:
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Thursday, November 05, 2026
Talk Talk (1982) | Vintage Synthesizer Cover | Oberheim OB-Xa & Simmons SDS-8
video upload by RetroSound
"Talk Talk (1982) | Vintage Synthesizer Cover | Oberheim OB-Xa & Simmons SDS-8
A tribute to the unmistakable sound of the early 1980s!
This is my cover version of the song Talk Talk by Talk Talk, originally released in 1982 as a single from the band's debut album The Party's Over.
For this version, I wanted to capture the raw energy, distinctive synthesizer sounds and unmistakable electronic atmosphere of the original recording while staying true to the spirit of the early 80s.
To achieve an authentic vintage sound, I used original hardware synthesizers and drum machines, including:
🎹 Oberheim OB-Xa (1980) – One of the legendary analog polyphonic synthesizers of the early 80s, famous for its powerful oscillators, rich analog character and distinctive sound.
🥁 Simmons SDS-8 Electronic Drum System – The iconic hexagonal-pad electronic drum system, bringing that unmistakable early electronic drum character and punchy 80s percussion to the performance.
🎹 E-MU Emulator II for the Yamaha CP-80 piano sounds
No attempt was made to recreate the song using modern software alone. The focus was on the character, warmth and personality of real vintage analog and electronic instruments.
'Talk Talk' was written by Mark Hollis and Ed Hollis and produced by Colin Thurston. Released in 1982, it became one of the defining tracks of the band's early synth-pop and New Wave period. It appeared on their debut album The Party's Over.
The song combines driving rhythms, atmospheric keyboards and the distinctive vocal and musical attitude that made Talk Talk such a unique band in the British New Wave scene.
This version is my personal musical tribute to an unforgettable era of electronic music.
If you love 1980s music, vintage synthesizers, analog sounds, New Wave, Synth-Pop and classic electronic drums, I hope you enjoy this performance!"
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Thursday, October 29, 2026
Expressive E Ctrl-e Update - Hear it in action
video upload by Expressive E
Explore Ctrl-e with Sam Gutman
video upload by Expressive E and Sam Gutman
"🎹✨ Explore Ctrl-e with Sam Gutman. Built around Osmose, Ctrl-e brings different synth engines and expressive presets together in one simple environment, making it easy to move across very different sonic worlds without thinking plugin by plugin.
In this video, Sam explores the platform, plays through a range of sounds, and takes a look at the latest additions to Ctrl-e:
🌊 Serum 2. 50 new expressive presets designed around its latest features
🎛️ GForce Prophet-5. A new expressive take on an analog icon
From analog tones to more modern and experimental sound design, Ctrl-e brings it all together in one expressive playing experience on Osmose and Osmose CE."
"🎹✨ The Ctrl-e sound universe keeps growing.
This new update brings fresh expressive sounds to Ctrl-e, expanding the platform across Serum 2 and GForce Prophet-5..
Hear a selection of the new presets in action:
🌊 Serum 2. 50 new free presets built around Serum’s latest features and designed to push its expressive potential further.
🎛️ GForce Prophet-5. 25 new presets bringing a more expressive dimension to the character of this analog icon.
Different synth engines, different sonic worlds — all brought together in Ctrl-e and designed to respond naturally to the expressive gestures of Osmose.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Introducing Massive XL | Native Instruments
video upload by Native Instruments
Massive XL - What's new? | Native Instruments
video upload by Native Instruments
"Get an overview of Massive XL and explore new ways to create, shape, and perform with sound."
"Step into a synth that hits hard fast, then keeps opening up.
Massive XL builds on its iconic heritage to guide you to your own distinctive sound with grit, weight, and character.
Break out of fixed signal chains. Route oscillators, noise, filters, inserts, phase modulation, and feedback into unexpected combinations and effects. Explore hundreds of wavetables, reshape them with ten oscillator modes, and build evolving sounds with expressive modulation, open routing, and powerful effects.
Massive XL intro pricing:
Update for Massive X customers: $49
Crossgrade from Massive: $79
New customers: $99"
Press release follows:
NATIVE INSTRUMENTS UNVEILS MASSIVE XL, A NEW FLAGSHIP SYNTH DESIGNED TO HELP PRODUCERS REACH ORIGINAL SOUNDS FASTER
Building on Massive’s Iconic Sound, Massive XL Combines Deep Sound Design, Faster Workflow, A New Preset Generator, And Powerful Tools in A Reimagined Synthesizer.
BERLIN, Germany (October 27, 2026) – Native Instruments today announced Massive XL, the latest generation of its flagship synthesizer platform and successor to Massive X. Designed for producers who demand both sonic depth and creative speed, Massive XL combines the character, flexibility, and modulation power that made Massive an industry standard with a redesigned workflow that helps users move from inspiration to original sounds faster.
New tools including Preset Generator, Mutator, Morpher, and Animator make it easier to discover, shape, and personalize sounds while preserving the deep synthesis engine and open routing architecture that Massive users have relied on for years.
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Sunday, October 25, 2026
A $60 Elektron Machinedrum?! (M-Vave FM1 Hortator)
video upload by AutoHot
You can find the M-VAVE FM-1 on Amazon.
"M-VAVE FM-1 running the Hortator custom firmware! Can a $60 groovebox sound like the legendary Elektron Machinedrum? Here is a raw techno sound demo.
With the Hortator firmware, the M-Vave FM1 turns into a powerful 8-track drum machine featuring 45 drum engines — including 21 models inspired by the Elektron Machinedrum.
In this first live jam session, I explore punchy kicks, FM textures, and industrial electronic grooves built entirely on this compact synth.
🔗 Get the Hortator Firmware:
https://deadactive.github.io/hortator/
🎛 Gear & Details:
• Synth: M-VAVE FM-1 (FM1)
• Firmware: Hortator Custom OS
• Style: Hardware Techno / Industrial Jam"
M-Vave FM-1: Turning the synth into an Elektron Machinedrum! Hortator firmware review
video upload by AutoHot
"An Elektron Machinedrum for pennies? New Hortator firmware for the M-Vave FM-1. Eight tracks of drums, inside the M-Vave FM-1. A stunning Elektron Machinedrum-style drum machine from the M-Vave FM-1: Exploring the Hortator firmware. 45 drum engines in three banks: 21 measured from the Machinedrum (13 TRX, 8 EFM), 10 modern, 14 classic. 151 factory presets, 128 user slots. The Elektron spirit is definitely present in this firmware.
Transforming the budget M-Vave FM-1 synthesizer into a full-fledged drum machine in the style of the legendary Elektron Machinedrum!
In this video, we explore the alternative Hortator firmware from DEADACTIVE. It completely transforms the functionality of this small synthesizer, turning it into a powerful 8-track drum machine similar to the renowned Elektron Machinedrum, with authentic electronic sound and flexible control.
Hortator Architecture and Sound Engines:
8 drum tracks inside the compact M-Vave FM-1.
45 Drum Engines in 3 banks:
21 engines lifted from the Elektron Machinedrum (13 TRX models and 8 EFM models);
10 modern engines (Modern);
14 classic engines (Classic).
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Friday, October 23, 2026
Torso Live Session #9: Anton Friisgaard
video upload by torso electronics
"torso electronics presents a live session recorded at torso electronics hq in Copenhagen.
In this episode, Anton Friisgaard moves between future grime, choral music, ambient techno, post-dubstep and broken beat. His set brings together ethereal, mechanical textures with a lush, melancholic atmosphere.
The S4 is the centre of the setup, with a set of macros that Anton uses to shape the samples and introduce glitchy fills and momentary variations. His material comes from an archive of sounds recorded on analog synths and acoustic sources, often processed through tape or digital means.
The structure is planned in advance, with each segment chosen to shape the set’s overall dynamic. A sustained choir loop, sampled from Kringsatt Av Fiender by Nordahl Grieg and Otto Mortensen through Anton’s tape-loop system, creates a heavy, historical moment between two more modern-sounding sections.
Within that structure, the S4’s processing and macros leave room to improvise. By bringing together samples from different contexts, Anton lets unexpected relationships emerge, guided by his own taste.
About Anton Friisgaard
Anton Friisgaard is an electronic musician and composer whose work brings acoustic and electronic sound worlds together. His practice spans classical collaborations, tape-loop experiments and Teratai Åkande, a six-year project created with Balinese gamelan musicians. He has released music through Flau, Janushoved, Vaagner and Stroom, and performed at Roskilde Festival, Intonal, Copenhagen Jazz Festival and ALICE."
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Arturia MiniFreak - "Oberheim OB-8" Soundset Walkthrough
video upload by LFOstore
"Welcome to 'Oberheim OB-8' Soundset for mighty mini beast – Arturia MiniFreak!
BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/arturia-mi...
!!! Required – MiniFreak V Firmware – V5 !!!
!!! Working with MiniFreak Hardware & MiniFreak V!!!
Nick Klimenko had a great opportunity to play & record a Legend –
almighty Oberheim OB-8.
Than we made a samplepack with 242 samples capturing synthesizer’s authentic spirit.
And than we thought – why not to put these sounds in tiny MiniFreak engine and make presets?
Thanks to Arturia Team & their love to support customers – we are having OS 5.0!
New OS allows to load your own samples & put it through granular synthesis and it works great.
And result amazes us – vintage samples + MF organic analog filter done a real magic.
Thats how 'Oberheim OB-8' Soundset was made.
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Yamaha Announces a New CK Series Stage Keyboard with CK76
video uploads by Yamaha Synths Official
Playlist:
1. Yamaha CK Series | Overview Video
2. Yamaha CK Series | OS 2.0 Sound Demo
3. Yamaha CK76 | Chris Potter - Hurt To Love
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Press release follows:
BUENA PARK, Calif. [October 21, 2026] – Yamaha today announced the CK76 Stage Keyboard, a new addition to the CK Series lineup that delivers an ideal balance of portability and performance for working musicians. Featuring a 76-key semi-weighted action, authentic piano, organ and synth sounds, intuitive hands-on controls, built-in speakers and battery-powered operation, the CK76 is designed to turn virtually any location into a stage or studio.

Joining the existing CK61 and CK88 models, the CK76 expands the award-winning CK Series with a versatile option for players seeking more range than a 61-key instrument, while maintaining the portability modern musicians demand. Drawing from the acclaimed Yamaha CP Stage Piano and YC Stage Keyboard lines, the CK76 combines acoustic and electric pianos, strings, brass, organs and modern synthesizer sounds in a streamlined instrument built for performance and creativity.
“Designed for musicians on the go, the portable 76-key CK76 stage keyboard brings together realistic acoustic pianos, vintage organs and modern synths from our CP and YC lines into a streamlined, highly intuitive interface,” said Nate Tschetter, senior manager, product marketing for synth, at Yamaha. “From the rehearsal room to the stage, the CK76 delivers the sounds, control and portability musicians need to create, perform and play anywhere.”
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Roland Announces JUPITER-08 and n/vision Roland Boutique Instruments
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Playlist:
1. Roland Boutique JUPITER-08 Synthesizer | Everything You Need to Know - Roland
2. Roland JUPITER-08 Boutique - More Of Everything - SonicLAB Presentation - Sonicstate
3. Roland Jupiter-8 // Showcase & Sound Demos - Loop Rituals
4. Roland Jupiter-08 Sound Demo (no talking) - Bonedo Synthesizers
5. Roland Jupiter-08: A pocket-sized Jupiter? - Limbic Bits
Roland Boutique n/vision Wavetable Synthesizer
Playlist:
1. Roland Boutique n/vision Wavetable Synthesizer | Everything You Need to Know - Roland
2. Roland N/VISION Their 1st Wavetable Synth - SonicLAB - Sonicstate
3. Roland n/Vision Demo with Presets for Ambient and Techno - Limbic Bits
4. Roland n/vision Demo with Factory and Custom Presets - Bonedo Synthesizers
5. Roland - n/vision - Ambient/Dub/Techno Jam - Loop Rituals Press release follows:
Roland Refreshes the Popular Roland Boutique Lineup with Two Powerful New Additions
Los Angeles, CA, October 20, 2026 — Roland announces two new additions to its long-running lineup of Roland Boutique instruments for on-the-go creation, performance, and music production. The JUPITER-08 is a special release that celebrates 45 years of the Roland JUPITER-8, one of the most coveted analog synthesizers of all time. n/vision is a newly developed instrument that elevates the sophisticated character of classic wavetable synthesis with Roland's latest technologies.
Introduced in 2015, Roland Boutique is a growing world of compact instruments that drive fresh creative approaches in electronic music, expanding on legendary sounds of the past with workflows tailored for modern producers and musicians. The sound is immense and iconic—often inspired by famous Roland designs—while the small, portable form factor is made for in-the-moment creativity. Whether performing live on stage, producing in the studio, or playing for pure enjoyment, Roland Boutique delivers an exceptional musical experience for creators of all kinds.
With the latest additions, the current Roland Boutique lineup now includes eight unique models. The JUPITER-08 and n/vision carry on all the great design features that the series is known for, including built-in speakers, flexible battery/USB-C power, and USB audio/MIDI connectivity for interfacing with music software. These new models also include a K-25m keyboard dock, making them standalone instruments for instant inspiration.
JUPITER-08 Synthesizer
Widely regarded as the king of polysynths, the Roland JUPITER-8 has been revered by generations of musicians since its debut in 1981. This powerhouse instrument helped define the era's electronic music with its huge, dreamy tones, and it continues to be heard in classic synth-pop tracks, video game soundtracks, film scores, modern pop hits, and more. The JUPITER-08 celebrates the 45th anniversary of the analog legend with this special addition to the Roland Boutique series. Offering sonic capabilities and interface features inspired by the original hardware, this powerful mini synth delivers classic sound, hands-on control, and modern performance tools in a go-everywhere design.
With its flexible sound engine, the JUPITER-08 is a highly capable musical tool. By default, the synth is set for a retro experience with the eight-part/two-voice architecture of the original JUPITER-8, but users can internally expand the polyphony to 32 voices to meet modern playing needs and craft all-new tonalities. With refined voice allocation and pitch behavior, the JUPITER-08 provides a rich, animated playing experience with enhanced polyphonic performance and genuine vintage-inspired character.
The JUPITER-08 comes equipped with a two-part, 64-step polyphonic sequencer and an arpeggio function, ready to capture ideas and build dynamic, evolving sounds on the fly. Onboard processing is also available for extensive sound shaping and spatial enhancement. Users can tap into 17 unique effects—including chorus and MFX—plus dedicated delay and a reverb with five types and a unique shimmer mode.
n/vision Wavetable Synthesizer
n/vision is a small yet mighty synthesizer that elevates classic wavetable synthesis with advanced Roland sound-shaping techniques. Newly developed for the Roland Boutique series, it delivers a powerful platform for crafting rich tonalities and evolving textures, offering hands-on control for immediate creative interaction and deep menu-driven tools for sophisticated sound design.
Powered by Roland’s latest sound advancements, n/vision allows players to build evocative textures through a tactile synthesizer workflow. Users can easily blend and shape two wavetable layers to create animated movement, moving pads, aggressive leads, complex timbres, and more.
Multiple modulation sources can influence wavetable position, layer balance, pitch, and shaping parameters, enabling highly dynamic sound movement. Roland’s innovative wave-shaper technology transforms incoming waveforms through non-linear processing, generating new harmonics and unique textures that go beyond the capabilities of traditional wavetable synthesis.
n/vision’s top-level interface supports immediate sound creation, but users can dive much deeper if they want. Step LFO, envelope modulation, oscillator modulation, motion recording, and extensive parameter control open powerful sound design capabilities. n/vision also provides additional sonic enhancement with a drive-enhanced analog-modeling filter, multiple filter models inspired by classic synths, and the same powerful effects processing options as the JUPITER-08.
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Saturday, October 17, 2026
Arturia MiniFreak - "Oberheim OB-8" Set 100 Presets & Sequences
video upload by LFOstore
"Welcome to 'Oberheim OB-8' Soundset for mighty mini beast – Arturia MiniFreak!
BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/arturia-mi...
Nick Klimenko had a great opportunity to play & record a Legend –
almighty Oberheim OB-8.
Than we made a samplepack with 242 samples capturing synthesizer’s authentic spirit.
And than we thought – why not to put these sounds in tiny MiniFreak engine and make presets?
Thanks to Arturia Team & their love to support customers – we are having OS 5.0!
New OS allows to load your own samples & put it through granular synthesis and it works great.
!!! Required – MiniFreak V Fiwmware – V5 !!!
!!! Not Working with MiniFreak Hardware (PERIOD) - only MiniFreak V!!!
The process of loading samples into MiniFreak Hardware with OS 5.0 is very basic (in comparsion with MicroFreak) - you cannot load multiple samples at once & sample lengh linmited, but we are working on to adapt this set into hardware.
And result amazes us – vintage samples + MF organic analog filter done a real magic.
Thats how 'Oberheim OB-8' Soundset was made.
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Friday, October 16, 2026
Professional TOYS
video upload by AudioPilz
"Hey everybody, today we are going to talk about the true underdogs of music technology, the notoriously iconic Portasounds.
This product line of professional toys has been around for over 45 years and Yamaha released so many different models that it is hard to keep track even for terminally online gear freaks like myself.
We are going to take a deep dive into the long history of Yamaha Portasounds, try to find out which ones still offer the most utility for modern music production and - as I just recently fell victim to an impulse buy of what I consider to be one of the more desirable vintage versions - make some music.
00:00 Introduction
00:42 History of Yamaha Portasound
01:30 Yamaha Portasound Concept
01:51 Innovative Features
02:20 Portasounds and the DX7
02:45 PS, PSS, PSR
03:20 Synth Technologies: PASS
03:30 LoFi Squarewaves
03:42 ROM Samples
04:09 VSS Models - Casio-like Sampling
04:16 FM, Differences to other FM Synths
04:38 Which FM Portasound you should buy
04:57 Why the Yamaha Portasound PSS-680 ???
05:12 FM Engine
05:45 Classic Sounds
06:07 FX Section
06:38 PCM Drums
06:51 Sequencer, Midi Control
07:32 Best Portasounds
08:25 Dawless Jam
08:59 Outro"
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Thursday, October 15, 2026
Roland D-50 D-20 D-70 - "D Legacy Trio" Live
video upload by LFOstore
"Chief of www.lfo.store Nick Klimenko performing live on 3 legendary synthesizers of end of 80s & start of 90s - Roland D-20, D-50, D-70
This boards are truly a gem of its time & can sounds modern too.
Warm & authentic, evolving & moving - D series so much to offer.
Ambient cinematic composition played with internal effects only.
D-70 playing wide ambient pad from set: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/roland-d-7...
D-50 playing pluck/pad sound from set: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/roland-d-5...
D-20 playing brass sound from set: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/roland-d-2..."
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Digital Keyboards Synergy II+ 2 synthesizer w computer guts SN 01209
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"This unit was professionally serviced. The Synergy II+ is a digital additive/FM synthesizer that sounds like no other. Somewhat similar to the extremely popular Yamaha DX7, it's tone is mellower and warmer. A popular website states 700-800 were made and estimates less than 100 are in operation today. We don't know how they came up with this estimation, but this one's working great, as we just fully serviced it. Famous users include Jay Wires, Wendy Carlos, BT (crumar gds), Junkie XL and Steely Dan. Carlos used it on the Tron soundtrack and other recordings.
Previously, one needed an old Kaypro computer with special software to edit sounds, but someone recently developed an editor that can be run on a modern computer. We haven't used it yet but are really excited to. Please buy this now, before we decide to keep it!
This particular example includes the circuitry of a Kaypro or equivalent computer's CPU. (See pics) Connections were added to the back panel for the accessories, but they were not included when we purchased this item, so we were unable to test this additional computer and disconnected it during restoration, though we left it in place in case a future owner has access to accessories and wants to try to get it running (no guarantees about that though since we didn't test it). The ports on the back have not been tested as we don't have anything that hooks up to them.
There are currently a few patches that are silent, and the first one is low volume and voices change octaves in a seemingly random fashion. We suspect these patches just need to be reprogrammed. At some point, we hope to find time to download and learn the modern editing software mentioned above so we can reprogram these patches, but time is limited, so we may just leave this up to the next owner who we assume will want to load in their own patches. The patches currently in memory are a mix of organ, piano and what seem to be orchestral type sounds."
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"This unit was professionally serviced. The Synergy II+ is a digital additive/FM synthesizer that sounds like no other. Somewhat similar to the extremely popular Yamaha DX7, it's tone is mellower and warmer. A popular website states 700-800 were made and estimates less than 100 are in operation today. We don't know how they came up with this estimation, but this one's working great, as we just fully serviced it. Famous users include Jay Wires, Wendy Carlos, BT (crumar gds), Junkie XL and Steely Dan. Carlos used it on the Tron soundtrack and other recordings.
Previously, one needed an old Kaypro computer with special software to edit sounds, but someone recently developed an editor that can be run on a modern computer. We haven't used it yet but are really excited to. Please buy this now, before we decide to keep it!
This particular example includes the circuitry of a Kaypro or equivalent computer's CPU. (See pics) Connections were added to the back panel for the accessories, but they were not included when we purchased this item, so we were unable to test this additional computer and disconnected it during restoration, though we left it in place in case a future owner has access to accessories and wants to try to get it running (no guarantees about that though since we didn't test it). The ports on the back have not been tested as we don't have anything that hooks up to them.
There are currently a few patches that are silent, and the first one is low volume and voices change octaves in a seemingly random fashion. We suspect these patches just need to be reprogrammed. At some point, we hope to find time to download and learn the modern editing software mentioned above so we can reprogram these patches, but time is limited, so we may just leave this up to the next owner who we assume will want to load in their own patches. The patches currently in memory are a mix of organ, piano and what seem to be orchestral type sounds."
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Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Buzz Zone V3
video upload by DATABROTH
This video was sponsored by Toybox Audio: https://www.toyboxaudio.com/products/...
Read my full review here: https://www.databroth.com/blog/buzz-z...
Buzz Zone is a boutique performance-oriented synth with a rich set of features, cutting edge DSP and a streamlined modern interface for endless inspiration and experimentation
The synth has two engines that can be layered together for a range of complex sounds and textures. The 'Synth' engine is a great sounding wavetable oscillator with a unison function for buzzy, harmonically rich timbres, hence the name! The 'Sample' engine mixes in additional textures or attack samples over the sound.
Buzz Zone has 6 sequencers, built for messing around with phrases, riffs, and ideas before locking things down: grab a few bars on a controller and drop them into a slot, scrub the playhead to audition the result before committing it, or trigger and transpose sequences live from a keyboard or pad controller.
Version 3 Update
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Monday, October 12, 2026
Roland D-05, Make Noise Strega & Ableton Mode | Ambient Drone
video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto
"Sequencer: Ableton Mode https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
Discover the Sacred Sounds of the Past: A Generative Sequencer Inspired by Medieval Chant Immerse yourself in a groundbreaking tool designed for creators of ambient, experimental, contemporary music, IDM, and electronica. This Max for Live generative sequencer fuses historical depth with cutting-edge technology, offering a unique journey through time and sound.
Historical Roots, Modern Expression
Developed over a year of intensive research, this device draws from a rich tapestry of medieval chant manuscripts and the intricate patterns of neume notation. Delve into the essence of the eight church modes, enriched with the proto-characteristics of Ionian and Aeolian modes foretelling the rise of major and minor tonalities.
Infinite Melodic Possibilities
Let the sequencer generate melodies imbued with the organic flow and spiritual resonance of early music, now reimagined for contemporary creativity. Whether sculpting ethereal soundscapes or exploring experimental forms, this device breathes new life into your compositions."
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Saturday, October 03, 2026
Ableton MODE Strega
video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto
"Ableton MODE: https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
Discover the Sacred Sounds of the Past: A Generative Sequencer Inspired by Medieval Chant
Immerse yourself in a groundbreaking tool designed for creators of ambient, experimental, contemporary music, IDM, and electronica. This Max for Live generative sequencer fuses historical depth with cutting-edge technology, offering a unique journey through time and sound.
Historical Roots, Modern Expression
Developed over a year of intensive research, this device draws from a rich tapestry of medieval chant manuscripts and the intricate patterns of neume notation. Delve into the essence of the Church’s eight modes, enriched with the proto-characteristics of Ionian and Aeolian modes—foretelling the rise of major and minor tonalities.
Infinite Melodic Possibilities
Let the sequencer generate melodies imbued with the organic flow and spiritual resonance of early music, now reimagined for contemporary creativity. Whether sculpting ethereal soundscapes or exploring experimental forms, this device breathes new life into your compositions.
Perfect for music creators exploring:
Ambient soundscapes
Modern classical compositions
Cinematic scores
Experimental electronic productions
Key Features:
1. Generate infinite variations of church-mode-inspired melodies.
2. Adjustable parameters for rhythm, tonal center, and mode.
3. Seamless integration with Ableton Live workflows.
4. Transport your music into a realm of timeless spirituality and creativity."
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Friday, October 02, 2026
E-mu Emax II Rack: Why He Bought a Vintage Sampler
video upload by Ian Dixon
"The E-mu Emax II Rack is a 1990 vintage sampler with 16-bit sampling, digital resonant filters, 16 voices and that classic E-mu sample-library character.
In this video I explain why I bought an Emax II Rack, how it fits into the E-mu Emulator family, and what makes this 2MB version with a Gotek drive interesting today. I look at the history from the original Emulator through to the Emax II, load sounds from the Gotek/sample library, play through factory-style patches, explore the filter and envelope controls, and talk about why vintage samplers still feel different from modern software.
This is partly a first look, partly a vintage sampler demo, and partly the start of a new Emax II journey: building a usable sound library, tagging useful sounds, sampling my own material and finding out what this classic rack sampler can add to modern tracks.
Timestamps
00:00 Intro and music
00:15 E-mu Emax II Rack overview
00:39 Emax and Emulator history
01:03 Emax II specs and 16-bit sampling
02:06 Front panel and loading sounds
02:37 Gotek drive workflow
03:30 Sampling rates, filters, SCSI and MIDI
04:23 Exploring the sample library
05:08 Loading Grey Sounds Volume 1
06:45 Brass sounds and loading workflow
07:10 Emulator library sounds and synth-style editing
07:55 Digital resonant filter and Q
08:34 Filter envelope experiments
09:50 Synth-style modulation and envelopes
10:14 Sampling, looping and editing options
10:57 Piano, guitar, vocal and classic library sounds
14:26 Building a personal Emax library
15:08 Tagging sounds and using the library tool
15:48 Reflections on vintage digital samplers
16:26 Comments, resources and wrap-up"
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