"Machine-driven acid house at 124 BPM: transient-forward percussion with hollow-bodied punch, a constant bass groove that shifts in intensity, and an arrangement built on negative space and dub-style handoffs.
Tape delay and spring reverb open wide. Brief breaks wipe the grid just long enough for the pattern to snap back into focus. Then the momentum clears and a new polymetric logic takes over. Modulated melodic drifts change the room without abandoning the floor, leaving you somewhere familiar but newly yours.
Hardware: Din Sync RE-808, Roland TR-606, Roland/Tubbutec MC-2oh2, Cyclone TT-303, Alice 1228 mixer, Boss KM-60 mixer, Boss RCL-10 compressor, RE-201 Space Echo, Jeff Rubin Mu-tant Fly Phase, edited in Ableton Live.
iLL ACiD Cat. No. ILL015
iLL ACiD is 5 years old, so this one’s a free Bandcamp download + available on all platforms"
A few of these have been featured on the site before. You can use the player controls to skip around.
Playlist:
1. EMS Synthi with Universal Sequencer and RSF Kobol #emssynthi #rsfkobol #rolandph830
It’s a tune done on the Synthi and EMS Universal Sequencer with some help from RSF Kobol processed by Roland PH-830 phaser.
2. 2 x EMS Universal Sequencer with Roland MC-202 #emssynthi #emsuniversalsequencer #mc202
Universal Sequencer is playing a sequence on the Synthi and the 202 - that’s why it’s called “universal” as both sequence and real time layers have CV/gate outputs. No effects other than spring reverb on the Synthi.
"How Close Is Close Enough? Is the TR-1000 really a TR-909 replacement… or is that missing the point entirely?
In this deep-dive comparison, I also put the Roland TR-1000 head-to-head with my original Roland TR-909 to see how close we can actually get — and more importantly, where the differences really matter.
Roland are clear: this isn’t meant to be a clone. But with TR-909-style analogue circuits, 808-inspired elements, and ACB models under the hood, it begs the question… can you sell your 909 and fund a TR-1000 instead?
After putting these 2 together I realised the biggest tonal difference isn’t to get that live 909 vibe is the main outputs. The TR-909’s main outs are band-limited, with less low-end and a high-frequency tilt that creates that bright, exciting presence. Using Logic’s Match EQ, I recreate that curve so you can apply it to:
This appears to be the first post to feature the HOT ED-42.
"This is a little jam with very rare polish drum synthesizer HOT ED-42. Couple of takes (with Roland Tr6s and Moog Dfam)
Hot Ed has 4 mono trigger IN/OUT (gate or audio) + 2 mono audio IN channel.
All 4 channels sounds the same and has the same parameters (sensitive, decya, sweep, VCO, volume, panorama).
2 audio channels has Treble/Bass/Effect/Volume/Panorama
There is no NOISE knobs (for snare and hihats)
There is one AUX (for 2 audio channels).
4 mysterious knobs on front of the machine (i have no idea what they do)
** Polish**
bardzo rzadki perkusyjny syntezator HOT ED-42
Posiada 4 wejścia wyjścia Gate/Audio które wzbudzają VCO (nie brzmią perkusyjnie, bardziej basowo, melodyjnie - brak NOISE do snarów lub hihatów)
2 wejscią audio (audio może być z zewnątrz lub mogą wychodzić OUTami z ed42)
1 wejście AUX.
1 wyjście stereo(lub mono)
4 gałki na froncie, z przodu instrumentu - nie mam pojęcia co robią)
to chyba pierwszy filmik tego syntezatora na YT. Więc niech leci w świat.
zawsze możesz mnie wesprzeć :
https://patronite.pl/greenjesus"
"We were hoping to showcase the Telepathic Instruments 'Orchid' but the thing died on us (again). So we dragged this thing out The Roland Jupiter 6. Can we fall in love with this Marmite synth after all?"
"RetroSound Studio Tour
Classic Analog Polyphonic Synthesizers from the 1970s and 1980s
In this episode of RetroSound Studio Tour, I explore the sound, design, and history of legendary analog polyphonic synthesizers from the golden era of electronic music. These vintage poly synths defined the lush pads, warm brass sounds, and cinematic textures heard in synth-pop, progressive rock, disco, film scores, and early electronic music.
This studio tour focuses on true analog polyphonic instruments featuring multiple voices, voltage-controlled oscillators , classic analog filters , and rich modulation systems. Unlike monophonic synths, polyphonic synthesizers allow full chords and layered harmonic textures — making them essential in 1970s and 1980s music production.
In this RetroSound Studio tour, you’ll discover:
0:07 Roland Jupiter-4
5:54 Roland Juno-60
9:49 Roland Juno-106
14:10 Roland Alpha Juno 2
15:42 Roland JX-3P
18:21 Roland JX-8P
21:28 Korg Polysix
24:48 Korg Mono/Poly
26:59 Oberheim OB-X
32:32 Oberheim OB-Xa
35:35 ARP Quadra
37:11 Sequential Prophet-600
39:48 Tiracon 6V
41:56 Oberheim Matrix-1000
"Set the Wayback Machine for the early 80s, because we're taking a look at Soundpaint Juniper 1982 -- a sampled recreation of the Roland Jupiter 8 -- via a cheeky demo track that uses Juniper, Gforce Software's Icon Drum (Linn 9000) and Oberheim DMX drum machine plugins, and our old pal Arturia Pure LoFi! Along the way, I drop some 80s-vintage synth programming tips, make the usual goof-ups, and talk about some of my latest inspirations. So grab your analog filter and hold on for an 80s-A-GO-GO episode of your favorite talky synthesizer content show!
"We recently traded an ARP 1623 for a freshly serviced 1613 and this video was a first test. ARP 1613 Quantized output A controls one Roland 110 VCO and quantized output B controls another. Gate Bus 1 controls a 140 envelope, which controls both 110 VCAs. The ARP 1613 also modulates the 110 VCFs, as do two LFOs. Anyways, I like the look of the ARP 1623 much better, but the Roland System 100m won the post-Pandemic format wars here and the 1613 looks most excellent with the 100m. Plus the big wooden end cheeks on the 1613 allow you to position the 1613 vertically (if you’re careful). Last year we got a great deal on a 182 sequencer for the 100m, with another 191j and another 150, so now we have six 191j cabinets (actually, one is by e-licktronic). They’ve been stacked in two sets of three and are topped with two ARP 1613 sequencers. It’s pretty luxurious. Or, as YLF says, Imperial.
We also moved the Blueberry 5200 (two clones of the ARP 2600 Blue Marvin by Behringer) and two DeltaLab Effectron II BBD delays next to the System 100m and 1613s, creating another angle in the octagon. A Mazzatron Eurorack patch bay interfaces the Effectron II delays and connects the wing to the Addac x911 bays."
"Recreating the flow of Jeff Mill's iconic Exhibitionist TR909 performance using the Roland TR1000. I've the TR909 next to it - sounds almost the same - there's another video in that!
In his video Jeff Mills creates all the patterns from scratch - and the trick is that he's playing the patterns in live mode - not xox step sequencing - and he records the pattern while the track is muted then mixes it in later. WQhen you watch his performance he's constantly tweaking and programming. Always a step or 2 ahead of what you're hearing. VERY CLEVER.
The faders are a great addition to the TR1000 - vastly reducing the amount of twisting you have to do! :)
In this I follow the same techniques he uses ion that performance, but don't copy beat for beat - where's the fun in that? I take his ideas and use his techniques to build something similar - hopefully demoing how to create your own performances using your own style and influences."
"This series of studies explores an idea that Benge has been working on over the past year or so, namely that of Cybersynthesis. This involves programming self-contained patches on various modular systems which, once set in motion, will produce dynamic, evolving soundscapes, sometimes purely abstract in nature, at other times veering towards the more melodious
Many different methods were deployed in the patches, depending on the system being used, but normally multiple sequencer and switching devices were combined to give varying degrees of control over long time periods, often without repetition
Other things like random control signals and semi-random events were combined with the sequencers and switching units to bring variation to the performances the machines were making
The key idea at the heart of Cybernetics is the concept of bringing control to chaotic processes. To do this, some kind of feedback loop would ideally be established that can monitor and limit events that might otherwise spin out of control. The Serge and Modcan systems featured here each have various comparator circuits that can, to a certain extent, achieve this highly advanced synthesis feature
In the absence of such sensor paths, it is sometimes possible to use audio or voltage mixers and feedback chains to set various parameters to be on the very edge of chaotic behaviour, an approach used in many of the patches on display here
Other techniques such as the quantisation of voltages and the forcing of notes to play within certain predetermined musical scales were also employed in some of the pieces, which is another way of taming chaotic elements into into a more musical realm
Overall, a wholly experimental approach was applied to the various setups, with the intention of providing an insight into how these machines can behave. Of course, each system has an almost limitless depth to the complexity of patches available, and each track on the album provides just a single snapshot of each instrument used. But hopefully it provides an interesting glimpse into the wonders that these self-playing systems can achieve
Tracklist:
01 - Buchla 100 and EMS VCS3
02 - Serge Paperface
03 - Modcan A-Series
04 - ARP 2500
05 - Buchla 200 and DK Synergy
06 - Serge and LW Comparator
07 - Moog Modular 3C
08 - Roland Discrete System
09 - Buchla 200
"The CR‑78 Software Rhythm Composer is an authentic recreation of the 1978 legend, one of the first programmable rhythm machines and a defining sound of synth-pop and new wave. This updated version combines the warm, analog character of the original with deep editing tools, expanded sequencing, and flexible integration for production environments.
In this video, we’ll explore the design, workflow, and functionality that bring the iconic CR‑78 into the modern age.
00:00 Intro
00:12 History and Legacy
01:20 Interface and Design
02:13 Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB)
02:44 Expanded Tone Editing
03:22 Advanced Step Sequencer
03:54 DAW Integration and Workflow
04:20 How to Get the CR‑78
The plug-in captures the nuances of the CR‑78 down to the component level using Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB). Designed for use with DAWs, it also features AU, VST3, and AAX support, host tempo sync, automation, drag‑and‑drop MIDI, and more. Get the CR‑78 with a Roland Cloud Ultimate membership or a Lifetime Key purchase."
Matthias Fuchs has released the extended 2nd edition of his book titled Vintage FX featuring a selection of 75 classic studio effects devices. You can find it along with audio demos at https://vintagefx-thebook.com.
Excerpt for the archives:
"Close encounters with 75 classic studio effects devices from the days of yore
A selection of 75 studio effects devices from legendary manufacturers such as Eventide, Lexicon, Roland, AMS, EMT, Publison, Dynacord, AKG, MXR, Ursa Major and many more on 328 full-colour pages with 400 illustrations.
The Book:
In a truly unique fashion, this coffee-table book showcases 75 vintage studio effects devices from more than five decades of music production: Beautifully packaged, it presents legendary studio standards, technical milestones, and exquisitely rare odd birds. Terrific photographs and comprehensive documentation deliver a plethora of facts you need to know about history, technology, and sonic potential of the devices presented.
a selection of 75 studio effects devices from legendary manufacturers such as Eventide, Lexicon, Roland, AMS, EMT, Publison, Dynacord, AKG, MXR, Ursa Major and many more..."
0:00 Intro, New Features!
1:32 2x Oversampling
1:56 True Per-Voice Unison, 64 Voices!
3:40 Single Note Polyphony
4:07 Analog Saturation
4:49 Oscillator Sync
5:48 PWM
7:16 Mixer Panel
7:31 Cross Mod (X-Mod)
9:31 Per-Voice Panning
10:19 Main Panel
13:38 Bonus LFOs
14:14 Envelope Panel (ADSR)
16:00 FX Panel
16:23 Easter Egg?!
17:16 WiP Presets Demo
19:23 Exclusive Presets (500+ Included!)
LEGAL NOTICES
SUPER J8 is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roland Corporation. 'Jupiter-8' and any other referenced trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification and reference only."
Additional user videos:
Playlist:
1. Super J8 - Jupiter 8 for iPad - Tutorial - redskylullaby
2. AudioKit Super J8 (Jupiter 8 for iPad & iPhone) Walkthrough & Review - Gavinski’s Tutorials
3. SUPER J8 by AudioKit Pro | Jupiter-8 Inspired Synth Presets Demo & Walkthrough - Moby Pixel
4. Exploring AudioKit Super J8 - Field Tone Audio
