Spectral Audio Neptune

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"Unusual analog 3-osc monosynth. Somewhere between Moog and Roland SH. Lots of modulation, CV, and MIDI control. Built in overdrive/distortion. w/ PSU"

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The story of INVENTING Eurorack: DIETER DOEPFER // Why We Bleep 55

video upload by mylarmelodies

"A podcast about creating Eurorack modular synths in the 90s, collaborations with Kraftwerk, the 'red stripe' controversy (if you know you know). We meet from Dieter Doepfer & new Doepfer managing director Holger Zapf, in an interview at Machina Bristronica 2024, on how Eurorack Modular format went from "Nobody wants that sh*t" to a blossoming and diverse industry 30 years later. 👉 / mylarmelodies 🙌

This was filmed at the mighty https://machinabristronica.uk/" Chapters:
00:00 - In this episode of Why We Bleep...
01:30 - A word from Why We Bleep's Sponsors
04:38 - Introduction to Dieter Doepfer and Holger Zapf
06:14 - Early life, education, introduction to music & technology
16:47 - First encounters with synths - analogue vs the era of digital
21:49 - MAQ16/3 - a little collaboration with Kraftwerk
25:31 - The early developement of Eurorack ("Nobody wants that sh!t!")
31:16 - Holger's involvement, perspectives on Eurorack and favourite modules
36:53 - Doepfer's development and design process
41:55 - Eurorack's evolution - parallels and adopters of the format
45:55 - The 'Red Stripe' controversy and voltage standards
51:49 - How it feels to have started the Eurorack Industry
53:07 - What is the future of Doepfer, and of Music Technology?
58:14 - A question from the audience - Eurorack's Birthday?
59:07 - Thank you Doepfer! Final thoughts

If you enjoyed the episode, please share it and consider contributing on Patreon!

DOEPFER ONLINE:
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Serum 2 Supersaw Trance – 44 Authentic Leads & Analog Wavetables

video upload by NatLife Sounds

"🔗 Get Supersaw Trance here: https://natlifesounds.com/product/sup...

🎹 Supersaw Trance – Authentic Preset Bank for Serum 2
Bring back the iconic sound of Trance with 44 powerful Supersaw presets, crafted for everything from nostalgic 90s vibes to modern festival anthems.'

This bank includes:
44 authentic Supersaw presets for Trance & Progressive
17 custom wavetables recorded from legendary synths (Moog Sub 37, Pro One, Minimoog, Virus TI, Roland SH-101, Arturia Brute) 3 exclusive Virus TI samples for extra analog depth

Each sound was designed with real hardware character to give your tracks a warm, powerful and authentic Trance feeling. Perfect for Uplifting, Progressive, Melodic Techno, EDM and Hard Trance.

If you love classic Trance energy but want a fresh, modern edge – this bank is for you!

#Trance #Supersaw #Serum2 #Presets #NatLifeSounds"

Caveman Modules Totem Multimode VCF

video upload by Michigan Synth Works

"Totem is a multimode voltage controlled filter with 16 different filter modes based on the 3109 OTA chip used in classic synths like the Roland SH-101, MC-202, Jupiter-8 and others. $129 USD, Fall 2025

Features:

Massive drive control for endless tone variety
CV control via attenuator
CV control via attenuverter
V/OCT control with half and negative half scaling
Filter Modes:

Mode A B
1 24dB LPF 18dB LPF
2 12dB LPF 6dB LPF
3 12dB HPF + 6dB LPF A 12dB HPF
4 18dB HPF + 6dB LPF 18dB HPF
5 24dB BPF 12dB HPF + 6dB LPF B
6 12dB BPF 6dB HPF
7 12dB Notch + 6dB LPF 12dB Notch
8 18dB Allpass (phase) + 6dB LPF 18dB Allpass (phase)

Specifications

• Width: 12HP
• Depth: 25 mm
• Current Draw: +12 V: 20mA, -12 V: 10 mA"

Roland S-1 | Synth Sound Design

video uploads by Mark Young

Playlist:

1. Roland S-1 | Synth Sound Design Basics Tutorial | Master the S-1: Ep. 1

This is the first video in my series on mastering the Roland S-1. In this episode, I cover the essential sound design features of this powerful little synth. Future videos will dive into advanced sound design, creative jamming techniques, sequencer tricks, and anything else you’d like to see.

2. Roland S-1 | Advanced Sound Design Tutorial | Master the S-1: Ep. 2

The S-1 has a hidden super power: Custom Waveforms. Using the oscillator draw function you can input your own custom waveforms to create new sounds you wouldn't expect from a mini-SH-101 clone. I have a few that I use all the time and I wanted to share them with you. I hope you enjoy!

3. Roland S-1 | Sequencing Tutorial | Master the S-1: Ep. 3

The Roland S-1 sequencer isn't the most advanced, but it offers a surprising amount of utility for its small size. For me, the S-1's sequencer is a quick and effective way to capture ideas and jam, in ways that even more advanced synths and grooveboxes don't always inspire. I get a lot of enjoyment from punching in patterns on the S-1 and using the tips and tricks I show in this video to create tracks and explore new ideas through jamming.

If you'd like to support me and receive extra patches, patch reference sheets, and more, please visit patreon.com/Mark_Young

00:00 Intro
00:14 Pattern Length & Speed
00:56 Note Entry
02:39 Functions
04:43 Step Level Settings
07:15 Note Level Settings
08:25 Automation/P-locks/Motion recording
09:50 Non-sequencer sequencing
12:14 Outro

4. Roland S-1 | Voice Modes Tutorial (Poly, Chord, Unison, Mono) | Master the S-1: Ep. 4

The Roland S-1 has four voice modes which can be used for different sound design purposes. I received a lot of requests to make a video on the chord mode functionality, so I figured I would expand it out and cover all of the different S-1 Voice Modes. I'll dive into each one mode and give some ideas for how to use them, with emphasis on chord mode. Let me know if you have any questions!

00:00 Demo of Voice Modes
01:10 Intro
01:54 Polyphonic Mode
05:25 Monophonic Mode
06:40 Unison Mode
09:30 Chord Mode

For extra content, early releases, full written out patches, and more please check out: patreon.com/Mark_Young

Fully Serviced 1974 Moog White Elephant CDX-0652 Vintage Cordovox Combo Organ & Synthesizer

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Moog CDX 0652 video upload by tiff sea



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"This synthesizer/organ was nicknamed the 'White Elephant'. It was built in Italy in 1974 by Cordovox. It combines a Thomas organ with a Moog Satellite shared on the upper manual.

The synthesizer voices play only on the upper manual, while the organ voices play on both, with organ and synth sections simultaneously available on the upper manual. The CDX-0652 also includes a batch of 9 preset synthesizer voices which don't appear on a Moog Satellite. The sonic options available are vast, with banks of switches, buttons, and sliders to shape both the combo organ and Moog circuitry. The Moog bass signal can also be accessed on the lower manual and blended with the organ, and the combo organ even has a full percussion bank.

CDX-0652

A dual-manual combo organ with a Moog Satellite grafted onto it. I understand that the Satellite had a very thin sound, nothing like the MiniMoog. It had only a single oscillator and several preset sounds, similar to other semi-preset synths like the Arp Pro Soloist and the Roland SH-2000.

Thomas bought the rights to the Satellite from Moog. The CDX-0652 was designed by Thomas in cooperation with Cordovox. A Thomas version of the Satellite (the "Synthi 1055) and the CDX-0652 were both manufactured by EME, the same outfit that made most Italian Vox organs. Thomas also marketed the Satellite under the "Orbit" name on some of their home organs.

The synthesizer voices play only on the upper manual, organ voices play on both. Organ and synth voices may be played simultaneously on the upper manual. It includes a batch of 9 preset synthesizer voices that don't appear on a Satellite. Unlike the 0642, this one seems to have all of the organ features (many of which seem identical to the 0642) available on both keyboards.

Controls:

Top Panel:

Tab: Moog On/Off
Buttons: Piano, Sax, Guitar, Flute, Banjo, Clarinet, String, Trumpet, Horn, Preset
*Tabs 1: Octaves: 1 & 2 Modulation: Rep, Sine/Square, Vib, Trem
*Tabs 2: Glide, Sust
*Tabs 3: Brass: Mute, Open Reed: Thin, Hollow, Full, Bright
*Tabs 4: String: Bow, Pluck Strike, Pick Bell, Lunar
Left of Upper Keyboard:

Knob: Tuning
Black Sliders: Flute Voices: 16', 8', 5-1'3, 4', 2-2'3, 2' Mixture, Volume Lower, Volume Upper
*White Sliders: Filter: Contour, Color, Emphasis Modulation: Rate, Depth Glide, Volume
Left of Lower Keyboard:

Buttons: Coupler, Sustain, Bass
Sliders: Bass Min/Max, Guitar Bass, Vibrato Depth
Right of Lower Keyboard:

Buttons: Percuss, Repeat, Mono
Sliders: 8', 4', 2-2/3', 2', Decay Short/Long, Repeat Rate Slow/Fast

Work done: fabricated new key actuators for synth section. Fixed divider causing top synth note not to work, repaired synth signal to main output, LFO on synth, replaced TDA-470 transistor array that was causing missing footage on organ's G notes, replaced filter supply capacitors on synth and organ, cleaned all controls and key contacts, replaced missing white fader caps on synth section with Vestax caps."

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1974 Roland SH-3 1974 Rare in Exceptional Condition

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"The SH-3 was produced for only one year- 1974, before making a filter change marketed as the SH-3a. I have heard that the 3a has the Moog style filter and the 3 has a EMS style diode filter. I think it has a character all its own. I think the SH-3 is closer to what Roland had intended to to release and it sounds fantastic."

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Luke Million Studio Tour Update July 2025

video upload by Luke Million

"Following the Studio Tour Video I made last November, here is an update with recent acquisitions and changes to my workflow in my Studio.

Some highlights are the Moog Messenger, Arturia DrumBrute Impact 1984 Edition, Synido TempoPAD C16, Aly James Lab Vprom 3.0, Beyerdynamic DT1990 Pro, Modartt Pianoteq 8 and some Franklin Audio Devices.

The biggest change is in my 2nd Studio where the B Team is kept. I have connected those synths to a Franklin Audio SS-6 Switchable Input Stereo DI which then sends audio to my Universal Audio Volt 476 interface connected to a Macbook Pro Laptop.

You can view the original Studio Tour Video here -"

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Donner Essential L1 vs Roland SH-101, S-1 // Can you hear the difference? // Review & Tutorial

video upload by loopop

TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:20 Overview
2:40 Build
3:40 I/O
4:30 Velocity
4:45 vs SH-101
5:10 Oscillator
6:50 PWM
8:15 Noise
9:00 Triangle
9:20 Ext audio
10:35 Filter
11:55 Laser beams
13:10 Key track
14:50 Envelopes
14:45 Legato
15:25 Modulator
17:40 Gilde
18:10 Bender?
18:50 Arp
20:00 Songs
21:30 Sequencing
23:20 Settings
23:40 KB32M
25:10 Odd hack
25:35 Pros & cons
28:55 Outro sounds

Additional Donner Essential L1 posts here

Solid Jam 3 with Roland MC-707, SH-01A, KORG Volca Bass & OTO BAM + BOUM

video upload by Solidtrax

"I slowly started making music again and took some time after designing 64 new patches for the SH-01A to play around with some of my cool tools. #dawless #mc707 #sh01a #volcabass #jam

Tools used:
‪@rolandglobal‬ MC-707 / SH-01A
‪@KorgOfficial‬ Volca Bass
‪@OTOMACHINES‬ BAM & BOUM
‪@motuTV‬ M4 and ‪@bitwig‬ Studio for recording

Do you fancy some new sounds for your synth - consider supporting and purchasing them here: https://solidtrax.nl/shop"

Future Retro Mobius Sequencer

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"A little tape residue that I’m going to clean off of the 4/4 and 3/4 scale screenprint… shouldn’t be an issue at all.

The Mobius is very practical little sequencer in my opinion… I also have a Sequentix Cirklon 2 and it was a breath of fresh air with how fast the Mobius simplifies and assists in creating productive limitations for me to commit to.

No menu divey time consuming pages… just start putting notes in immidiatly and choosing between the 2 time signatures that future retro allows.

Super fun making patterns and transposing patterns on this machine

Lots of sweet spots with pattern lengths and DIN Syncing to my drum machines..

The Mobius can also control vintage cv/gate synths ( SH-101 ) and Hz/v synths like yamaha CS-15 / Korg MS20

You can send clock out of Mobius to control your synths internal sequencer or arpeggiator as well

The little red lcd screen protector has come away from the machine

I removed it so it wouldn’t fall inside of the Mobius and get lost"

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TRANCE SUPERSAW ICONS RECREATED - ROLAND SH-201

video upload by Robert Vadney

"recreating beloved iconic supersaw sounds for new productions and keeping it old-school with the authentic raw Roland Supersaw (found only in JP-8000 + SH-201) instead of emulation, wavetable, sample or Hypersaw etc 🤓

1. RANK 1 - AIRWAVE
2. PUSH - STRANGE WORLD
3. 4 STRINGS - INTO THE NIGHT
4. IAN VAN DAHL - CASTLES IN THE SKY
5. DANCE NATION - SUNSHINE

#3 already found place at "INTO THE LIGHT" in "AFTERPARTY" EP:
https://beatport.com/release/afterpar..."

Roland SH-3 Analog Keyboard Synthesizer Vintage Rare SN 240476

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"Roland SH-3 Analog Keyboard Synthesizer Vintage Rare (pre SH3a, rarer model)"

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New GRP A10 Flagship Synthesizer Incoming

These in via John L Rice.

Left: front panel layout.

Below: PDF with full details. Click on each pic to zoom in.

Update: "The Grp A10 will cost €10,000* plus VAT and will be available at the end of 2026."

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Favourite Synths : Episode 3 : Roland JUNO-6

video upload by Luke Million

"For Episode 3 of My Favourite Synths, we are diving into the world of the Roland Juno Series with their first offering - the Juno 6.

It's an extremely straightforward synthesizer and can sound thinner than the big Poly Synths of that time. But I find this can be a positive with tighter sounds and there is the famous Chorus effect on there to beef things up and give the sound extra dimension.

It is like a 6 voice polyphonic version of the SH-09 with a digitally controlled oscillator, chorus and an arpeggiator.

The perfect first synth for someone who wishes to start a journey into the world of hardware synths and wants something vintage that is reliable.

More Episodes to come so stay tuned!

00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Background
01:57 - Overview
13:26 - Sound Exploration / Jam

My Juno 6 is connected directly to a Universal Audio VOLT 476 interface and recorded into Ableton Live 12 Suite."

Transistor synthesizer 7: Putting it all together and finish the build

video upload by organfairy

"I play the finished instrument at 3:55

So now the time has come to make use of the six synthesizer sections I have made in the past six videos and make one playable instrument out of them.
I did make some small changes to some of the sections to make them work better together and finally I made a symmetric power supply that I, just to keep the theme of this build, also based on transistors.

The music is a little romantic/relaxing/boring piece I made on my Technics SX-C600 organ and Roland SH-2000 synthesizer."

Sons of the Arpy: Roland SH-2, System-500, Deckard's Voice, FX Aid Pro, Mimeophon, G-Storm Electro

video upload by thesrabbit

"The SH-2 has some kind of power over me. I can't get away from it. Not that I want to!

This is the first time I've tried adding a 3rd oscillator to the SH-2 by running a single Roland System-500 512 square with PWM into the external audio input. I thought this would naturally lead to making a massive 3 detuned osc + sub monosynth sound, but instead I gravitated to something much more melodic, by setting up each oscillator at a different pitch, making chords with nice intervals. With the ability to set the bender to VCO 2 only, I can change the interval of one of the notes easily, either up or down, without disrupting the vibe at all. The T-Rex Replicator tape delay adds some echo and gritty texture, and then the Make Noise Mimeophon delay fans it out into the stereo field. The sequence of notes is a simple 4 note arp that I transpose with the NiftyKeyz. The mod wheel is assigned to tape delay time, and the arp clock output is fed into a 2HP clock divider, which drives the kick, though half a beat behind because that's how clock dividers work I guess. The kick is a simple decay envelope routed to the G-Storm Electro SH-2 VCF with a moderate amount of resonance and saturation. There's an additional percussive element with some noise going to the G-Storm SH-5 VCF, through the LP first and then the dedicated bandpass which is being swept by an LFO.

The Blade Runner-ish lead sound is of course the Black Corporation Deckard's Voice, paired with the Rachael ring modulator, though it's not being used as a ring-mod, but rather a second sawtooth oscillator. 2 saws are essential to the BR sound, and therefore the Rachael is a required addition to Deckard's Voice. The output runs into the Happy Nerding FX Aid Pro set to the Black Cloud reverb algorithm, which completes the sound.

There's just a tiny dash of master reverb in post that serves as the final glue to hold it all together."

NAMM 2025: Donner L1 Synthesizer w/ Removable Keyboard Controller

video upload by sonicstate

You might remember the Donner L1 from this post. New NAMM video above followed by pics and additional details below. Note the keyboard is actually separate from the control section; you can have either the full keyboard or desktop.

"At the latest NAMM show, we caught up with Gabriel from *Donner*, who introduced us to the *L1 Synthesizer*, a new unit that merges homage to classic designs with modern flair. While it shares a visual nod to the legendary SH-101, Donner was keen on establishing its unique identity. The L1 includes additional sound sources, most notably a warm triangle wave. The sub-oscillator offers three variations: a pulse wave an octave down, one two octaves down, and a variable pulse wave.

A standout feature was the external input capability, allowing you to process a guitar, other synths, or even vocals through the synth's filters and envelopes. An intriguing LFO design pushes into the audio rate, enabling FM modulation. The L1's onboard sequencer supports 64 steps per slot and allows you to store sequence presets--a handy addition for live settings. The L1 should be available Autumn 2025."

via Donner

Inspired by the legendary mono analog synth from the golden era. Faithful recreation in sound wise and packed with modern features to make it fit in nowadays music production and performance scenes.

Donner Unveils ESSENTIAL L1 Monophonic Analog Synthesizer, Perfectly Blending Classic and Modern

The L1 and KB-32M seamlessly connect through the innovative Snap2Connect magnetic system, streamlining the creative process, enhancing workflow efficiency, and unlocking greater versatility for music production and performance.

1. Classic Heritage, Legendary Sound Quality

Built on the iconic 3340 VCO and 3109 VCF chips, faithfully recreating the warm tonal richness of vintage analog synthesizers.
Produces deep, resonant bass and bright, expressive leads, catering to genres from pop to experimental music.

Features a self-oscillating filter, allowing seamless transitions between soft, subtle tones and sharp, aggressive sounds for expanded creative possibilities.

2. Modular Design for Infinite Creativity
Modular components can operate independently or integrate seamlessly for limitless sound exploration.
Supports multiple waveforms (sawtooth, pulse, triangle, noise) and sub-octave outputs (-1/-2 frequencies) for dynamic tonal variations.
Includes dual envelope generators (ENV1/ENV2), a 64-step sequencer, and five-mode arpeggiator, enabling intricate sequences, real-time improvisation, and complex arrangements with up to 128 patterns and 32 full songs.

3. Comprehensive Connectivity for Modern Production
Features CV/GATE outputs, USB MIDI, and traditional MIDI IN/OUT ports for seamless integration with modular synthesizers, computers, and MIDI devices.
Equipped with an S2C (Snap2Connect) magnetic keyboard system for quick assembly and compatibility with other Donner ESSENTIAL series synthesizers.
External audio input allows unique sound processing through the filter module, while Donner Control software enables in-depth parameter editing for studio and live use.

4. Minimalist Design, Portable and Intuitive
Compact design (450mm width, under 1kg), perfect for home studios, live performances, or travel.
Intuitive control panel with organized knobs, sliders, and buttons ensures seamless and efficient creative workflows.

DONNER KB-32M

Features:
Synth-Action Keyboard – 32-key spring-loaded keyboard provides a better tactile feel and faster rebound speed. Four Velocity Curves with Adjustable Sensitivity – Three levels of sensitivity customization to match your playing style.

Intuitive One-Touch Settings (OLED Display) – (Almost) all settings can be easily adjusted via the SHIFT key combination and OLED graphical display. Simple, quick, and user-friendly.

Exclusive Magnetic Connector for ESSENTIAL Synth Series – Snap2Connect (S2C) interface for seamless integration.

MIDI Keyboard Functionality – Connect to your computer or smartphone to use as a MIDI controller.

Software Bundle – Includes Cubase and Melodics to support your creative journey.

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Roland SH-3 Analog Keyboard Synthesizer Vintage Rare (pre SH3a, rarer model)

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"This is not the more common SH3a model, but an earlier version, apparently less than 40 SH3's were ever made. It's tested and fully functional. Includes hard case cover. Classic vintage analog Roland synth sound."

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ROLAND SH 101 (SERIAL NO. 00002) DEMO

video upload by Synth Tailor Electronics

"Here's a little demo on what I believe to be the second made Roland SH-101 Red monosynth. If you look at the serial number it is: #00002, which indicates to me that it's the 2nd synth in the production line.
Besides, the cool history from the owner, the SH-101 packs a lot in such a small package! It has a 3 Waveforms, PWM, LFO, Sequencer, Arpeggiator, and lots of CV input/output controls. It was made very popular in the 1990s for 'House Music'
This SH-101 needed the Power supply rebuilt, the sliders replaced, full calibration/tuning, power switch replacement and the keybed cleaned/rebuilt. Enjoy the video! Thanks for watching!"