Free Roland D-110 Editor Librarian | Web MIDI Patch Manager

video upload by Ian Dixon

"A hands-on walkthrough of my free Roland D-110 Editor Librarian, a browser-based Web MIDI tool I developed to make the D-110 much easier to manage and edit from a modern computer.
https://thedigitallifestyle.com/w/TDL...

In the video I show how the editor reads the D-110's tones, patches, rhythm setup and system settings, then saves everything into a reusable library. I also go through tone editing, partial mute/solo style workflow, PCM sample selection, synthesis partials, envelopes, filters, patch editing, multi-timbral setups, SysEx import and why the D-110 can be more flexible than a D-50 when you want layered parts and MIDI-channel based arrangements.

The editor runs locally in the browser, uses Web MIDI, and does not send your synth data to the cloud. It is part of my free editor/librarian tools for bringing classic synths back into a modern workflow.

Timestamps
00:00 Why I am building modern editors for vintage synths
00:47 Introducing the free Roland D-110 editor
01:17 Web MIDI setup and reading tones
01:48 Reading patches, rhythm and system settings
02:23 Saving and reopening a master library
02:47 Loading presets and sending sounds to the buffer
03:14 D-110 architecture, partials and PCM/synthesis structures
04:17 Editing PCM samples and synthesis partials
05:09 Filters, envelopes and shaping the sound
06:16 Saving edited tones back to the synth
06:39 Editing multi-timbral patches and MIDI channels
07:39 Layering D-110 sounds in a way the D-50 cannot
08:25 Why editing from the front panel is fiddly
09:21 Importing SysEx and expanding the library
10:06 Managing patches, running locally and wrap-up"

GODWIN MPS88 - The Final Boss That Does Whatever You Ask

video upload by Vintage Audio Institute Italia

Another first to be featured on the site, the GODWIN MPS88

00:00 Setting up and Plugging in
01:24 Specifications and Introduction
02:22 Auto Accompaniment Section
04:26 The Mystery Explained / Musical Interlude
05:27 Drum Machine
08:09 Upper Manual Sounds
10:40 Musical Interlude
11:29 Monophonic Synth
12:55 A Brief History of Godwin Auto Comp Machines
13:24 Lower Manual
16:25 Last Musical Interlude

After our videos on the predecessors Godwin CD1 and CD2 we felt we had to continue all the way to the finish line of Godwins output of amazing and rare, combination instruments.
The GODWIN MPS 88 was most likely the last instrument to come out of the factory and BOY is it something special!
It doesn't look like any other Italian instrument that we've laid eyes on, and the majority of the sounds are unique to this machine.

You'll find all the information we've managed to unearth in the video but a quick roundup would look like this.

The instrument consists of mainly 6 instrument sections with individual volumes divided between two manuals - all playable simultaneously.

1. DRUM MACHINE - sample based sounds
2. AUTO ACCOMPANIMENT section (bass, chords and arpeggiator)
3. 2 x PARAPHONIC PRESETS (upper / lower orchestra)
4. SOLO PRESETS (monophonic synth)
5. 2 X ORGAN FLUTES (organ footages)
6. 2 X STRINGS / CHOIR

There are only minor modulation possibilities available but the spring reverb is nice and deep and the Chorus and Leslie effects are great too, although they might deserve a closer look by our tech since we're not sure they function properly.

If you're into rare Italian synths and drum machines you can subscribe to our channel and please check out our other videos of rare gems, but you might also enjoy the V.A.I. website, an encyclopedia of Italian Vintage Synths and Drum Machines:

https://www.vintageaudioinstitute.com/"

Vintage Roland Juno-6 + Juno-60 + Juno-106: Sounds + Jams

video upload by Perfect Circuit

"The more Juno, the more Juno that you don't know...

In this video we explore a triumphant trio of peak vintage synth design from Roland, jamming and sharing sounds from the Juno-6, Juno-60, and Juno-106.

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Perfect Circuit is an independent electronic instrument shop with an online store at https://www.perfectcircuit.com/ and a Burbank, California showroom at 2405 Empire Ave. We're open seven days a week, 12-8 PM, and our entire inventory is available to try out in person. Get your hands on the most excellent analog and digital synthesizers, effect pedals, Eurorack modular synths, drum machines, recording gear, and more!

Learn about electronic music, techniques, and gear on our blog, Signal: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal"

He Put 6 Classic Synths Inside the MiniFreak

video upload by Starsky Carr

"Can the Arturia MiniFreak recreate the character of six classic synths? With the V5 update and custom wavetables, I’m bringing tones from the *Minimoog, Prophet-5, Juno-106, Jupiter-8, Korg DW-8000 and Oberheim OB-X into the MiniFreak.

There’s more to an oscillator than a perfect saw or square wave. We’ll hear how different source waveforms affect the sound, explore the Juno’s bass bump, and combine pulse, saw and sub waves for some properly vintage tones.

Along the way, I demonstrate importing wavetables, compare classic oscillator flavours and explain why holding back on modulation and effects can help capture that vintage character.

These aren’t exact emulations—the filters and envelopes still play their part—but there’s plenty of character to explore.

The vintage sound packs are available for MiniFreak and Serum on my website. For more patches, samples and tutorials, join me on Patreon.

CHAPTERS
0:00 Six classic synths inside the MiniFreak
1:30 DW-8000 wavetables explained
2:36 DW-8000 patches
4:11 OB-X8 bank
6:23 PWM shootout: Juno vs Oberheim vs Prophet
7:20 Juno-106 high-pass modes
9:02 Prophet-5 PWM
12:03 Jupiter-8 bank
13:58 How to keep sounds vintage"

The Sumo Legend Behind YMO's Rydeen (Reimagined on Vintage Synths)

video upload by Nostalgic Explorer

"What does a legendary sumo wrestler have to do with one of the most influential synth-pop tracks ever made? 🎹

Yellow Magic Orchestra was formed by three geniuses: Ryuichi Sakamoto, Yukihiro Takahashi, and Haruomi Hosono, who released the album Solid State Survivor, featuring the song "Rydeen." This song helped shape the sound of early video game music and influenced generations of electronic artists — and the story behind it is stranger than you'd expect. This episode traces the band's outsized legacy before diving into a full reimagination of the classic on the Moog Voyager, Roland Juno-60, and LinnDrum.

Chapters:
0:00 Meet the Band That Rewired Electronic Music
0:28 Two Legends Gone, One Icon Remains
1:23 From Oscar Wins to Underground Side Projects
2:24 The Untold Story Behind 'Rydeen'
3:53 Reimagining Rydeen on the Moog Voyager & Juno-60
7:02 Final Thoughts & What's Next"

Gem Genesys XP - Generative Journey Space Ambient - Woodpeaker 4 tracks seq & Ribn for CC controls

video upload by VSMI - Vintage Synths Made in Italy

Another first to be featured on the site from VSMI.

"Generative Journey Space Ambient for Gem Genesys XP
Woodpeaker 4 tracks sequencer for iPad plays generative 4 tracks & Variations in real time control.
Ribn for iPad controls ADSR, Cut Off & Resonance filter and Modulation in real time.
Lexicon Alex reverb
Washburn WD400 digital delay from '80

for more tracks
https://vsmi.bandcamp.com"

Roland D-50 vs D-110: Can You Hear the Difference?

video upload by Ian Dixon

"The Roland D-50 and Roland D-110 both come from Roland's late-80s Linear Arithmetic synthesis era, but do they actually sound the same? In this blind comparison I play similar D-50 and D-110 sounds side by side, including warm pads, Soundtrack, synth bells, electric pianos, synth brass, Fantasia/Fantasy style patches, and dual-layer sounds, then reveal which synth was which.

The D-50 is the classic performance synth behind so many iconic digital sounds, while the D-110 is the rackmount, multi-timbral workhorse built for MIDI studios. This test is about the real character of each instrument: the modulation, the shimmer, the effects, the PCM attack, and how close the D-110 can get to the D-50 in practice.

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GODWIN CD2 - 1980s - The First Ever Demo Of Rare Apparatus

video upload by Vintage Audio Institute Italia

Note this appears to be the first post to feature the GODWIN CD2.

00:00 Setting Up
00:41 Introduction
01:28 UPPER MANUAL : organ tabs and polyphonic presets
04:13 Solo Synth
05:07 Debunking the Mystery
06:19 Drum Machine
08:26 Three Quick Improvisations
09:47 Lower Manual : organ tabs, solo synth routing and arpeggiator
11:18 Musical Interlude
12:42 Bonus Musical Interlude

"A fresh video entry in the category 'Rare as a unicorn on stilts' - this mystifying auto-accompaniment machine organ and synth from Italys' Godwin is the only one we've ever encountered.

These type of sound generators were controlled by foot pedals and electronic accordions, generally in the hands of one-man-bands providing light entertainment in places where people congregated, imbibed alcoholic liquids and sometimes even got up and danced.
Remember those?
Ski resorts, beach clubs, dance halls, restaurants and hotels, for drinks or dinner.

The CD2 (we're not sure what the abbreviation actually stands for but we're guessing Computer Drums) is actually more than sequenced bass lines and chords though.
It's equipped with 2 separate preset- and organ sections and even a monophonic preset synth and the whole Shebang, unlike on many keyboards at the time, can be engaged simultaneously for massively wide and deep soundscapes.
All those sounds need lots of circuitry safely housed in a military grade flight case.
The GODWIN CD2 is well chunky, clocking in at a whopping 24 kilos.

The video explains most its specifications and includes a bit of history too but a summarisation would go something like this :

1. Sample Based Drum Machine with 16 Rhythms and 16 Drum Fills
2. Auto-Comp section with bass, chords and arpeggiator with 2 sounds
3. 2 x Organ Sections with 15 tabs total
4. 7 Polyphonic Preset Sounds
5. 7 Monophonic Synth Sounds
6. Various Chorus and Reverb Effects

If you're into rare Italian synths and drum machines you can subscribe to our channel and please check out our other videos of rare gems, but you might also enjoy the V.A.I. website, a photo book and encyclopedia Italian Vintage Synths and Drum Machines:

https://www.vintageaudioinstitute.com/"

Viscount Legend '70s MKII Acoustic Piano 2GB Module - All Playing, No Talking featuring Dan Trudell

video upload by Kraft Music

"Find exclusive Viscount Legend '70s MKII BUNDLES at Kraft Music: https://kraftmusic.com/collections/vi...

Pianist Dan Trudell plays the Legend '70s MKII with A. Piano 2GB module at Kraft Music.

/ dan.trudell.7
https://dantrudell.bandcamp.com/

Viscount Legend '70s MKII modular stage pianos take a genuinely original approach to the instrument category, allowing players to build and expand their sound engine over time by installing modules directly into the front panel. At its core is a dual-DSP main circuit, giving each installed module ample headroom for rich, detailed sound generation. The Artist-W is aimed at pianists who want an 88-key acoustic grand piano-style action; it ships with the A. Piano 2G module installed and four empty slots ready for expansion. The 73-key Compact is built for keyboardists whose focus is electric pianos, synths, and vintage keyboards, with the E. Piano module installed and three expansion slots available. Designed and built in Italy, Legend '70s MKII is for players who want a professional-grade foundation with room to grow.

Get more for your money with an exclusive Viscount Legend '70s MKII stage piano bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new stage piano, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable sales advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Vintage Digital Synth Sounds: E-MU Ultra Proteus "Morphing Worlds"

video upload by Synth Cloud

"▬▬▬ Download Link ▬▬▬▬
🚀 https://www.synthonia.com/marketplace...
📩 Mail: info@synthonia.com

E-MU Ultra Proteus is one of the most unique digital rack modules of the 90s, and Morphing Worlds was created to bring out exactly what makes it special: Z-Plane filter movement, evolving pads, drones, textures, sweeps and expressive digital sound design.

This video demos Morphing Worlds, a 128-preset soundset for E-MU Ultra Proteus, built for musicians, producers and hardware synth users who want more than static preset sounds.

The Ultra Proteus is known for its PCM-based engine, its internal waveform ROM and its powerful Z-Plane filter architecture. This soundset focuses on that character, with presets designed to move, morph and respond through Modulation Wheel and Aftertouch.

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Control Your Vintage Synths with INARA | Knobcon 2026

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We get a tour of the new INARA controller series from Five Lined Engineering at Knobcon 2026. These special-purpose controllers are designed to expose the deep parameter sets of vintage synthesizers as physical controls and MIDI CCs for use in live performance and with DAWS. There are three current models, supporting the Korg DW-8000, Yamaha DX7 family, and Roland Alpha Juno, respectively.

For more info, please visit https://www.fivelined.com/"

Patreon: / catsynth | https://shop.catsynth.com | https://ko-fi.com/catsynth

Journey's Jonathan Cain Roland Jupiter 8 & Sequential Circuits Prophet 5 Rev3.3 Listing for Charity

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
video upload by Retro Gear Shop

This one is in via Vince Ascoli.

via this eBay listing

"Jonathan Cain & Retro Gear Shop present the ultimate Journey fan package:

- Receive two historic synthesizers: Roland Jupiter 8 & Sequential Circuits Prophet 5 Rev 3.3

- Receive two Multi-Platinum Journey records signed by Jonathan Cain: Escape & Frontiers

- Meet Jonathan Cain for lunch!

- A portion of proceeds go to St. Jude’s Charity

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Sequential Fourm Presets | Dark & Cinematic Synthwave - Nocturnal Neon Analog Sounds

video upload by Produkt Audio

"Get this entire soundbank HERE: https://produktaudio.com/sequentialfo...

00:00 Demo Track
01:08 Solo Sounds

Basic Eq, Reverb, Delay only applied to synths in the demo track portion.
Basic Reverb, Delay only applied to solo sounds portion.

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A premium collection of analog tones for the Sequential Fourm, inspired by darker, nocturnal soundscapes. This collection merges vintage character with a distinct modern edge, designed to deliver a colder, more atmospheric aesthetic perfect for synthwave, darksynth, cinematic, cyberpunk, and other simlar productions.

Every patch is deeply immersive, providing a brooding tone that immediately feels as though it belongs in the backdrop of a dystopian film or an atmospheric underground track.

Designed for maximum expression, this pack fully utilizes the hardware's dynamic capabilities. By heavily integrating velocity, the modulation matrix, and poly-aftertouch into every sound, these sounds allow you to shape and draw out unique elements, perfect for generating evolving, highly textured soundscapes that respond directly to your performance."

Fujiha F3000 by Viscount

video upload by VSMI - Vintage Synths Made in Italy

Note: this appears to be the first post to feature the Fujiha F3000 on the site.

"Home keyboard Made in Italy by Viscount - 1988 (Mondaino - Rimini)

61 keys - 16 polyphonic presets

Rhythm unit - programmable PCM

Memory - 8 programmable instruments through Record. Play, Clear Instruments, Clear all, Adjustable Tempo and Volume.

Effects: vibrato - Sustain - Computer Harmony

Enso Looper on iPad
Fac Alteza Reverb"

Viscount Legend 70s Clavi Module - All Playing, No Talking featuring Dan Trudell

video upload by Kraft Music

"Find exclusive Viscount Legend '70s MKII BUNDLES at Kraft Music:
https://kraftmusic.com/collections/vi...

Pianist Dan Trudell plays the Legend '70s MKII with Clavi module at Kraft Music.

/ dan.trudell.7
https://dantrudell.bandcamp.com/

Viscount Legend '70s MKII modular stage pianos take a genuinely original approach to the instrument category, allowing players to build and expand their sound engine over time by installing modules directly into the front panel. At its core is a dual-DSP main circuit, giving each installed module ample headroom for rich, detailed sound generation. The Artist-W is aimed at pianists who want an 88-key acoustic grand piano-style action; it ships with the A. Piano 2G module installed and four empty slots ready for expansion. The 73-key Compact is built for keyboardists whose focus is electric pianos, synths, and vintage keyboards, with the E. Piano module installed and three expansion slots available. Designed and built in Italy, Legend '70s MKII is for players who want a professional-grade foundation with room to grow.

Get more for your money with an exclusive Viscount Legend '70s MKII stage piano bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new stage piano, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable sales advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Soniccouture Releases The Attic3 - Rare Synth Collection

The Attic 3 Preset Tour video upload by


The Attic 3: Product Tour video upload by Soniccouture

"A sonic tour of some of the 600 presets in Soniccouture's The Attic 3 VST synth collection."

The Attic 3 is a collection of 24 different quirky electronic oddities. Because these days you can buy a knock-off of every classic synth there is, instead Soniccouture dig around the margins of music production history for the rare or the forgotten.

Analogue pianos, funky organs, glassy digital boxes, vocal synths, string machines. Soniccouture sample every single key, then model the filters and envelopes. This gives a unique imprint of the vintage character in a way that code-based software synths can’t."

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Digital Artifacts: A Novation Peak Patch Bank Using 10 Classic-Style Wavetables (new demo)

video upload by Jack “Frost” Cimino

"Ever thought the Novation Peak and Summit sounded too clinical, clean, and smooth? Fear not! These patches, inspired by the likes of vintage digital synths, make use of custom wavetables, some of which are steppy or buzzy. While the Peak may not alias, this soundset will get you closer to that PPG or Ensoniq vibe than you think. Contains 10 classic keys, 10 ethereal pads, 10 basses/plucks, 10 sexy leads, and 10 wacky sound fx. Many of the patches take advantage of the Animate buttons. Here is a preview of the patches that are included in this set."

Crumar Bit 99/01 - Custom Ambient & Vintage Sounds

video upload by LFOstore

Full Bucket Bucket One - Custom Ambient Sounds FREE Emulation

video upload by LFOstore

"Also working with FREE Full Bucket Bucket ONE Emulation from here:
https://www.fullbucket.de/music/bucke...

Welcome to Italian flavor & a legend - Crumar Bit 99/01 synthesizer!
We can call it an Italian Prophet-5 :)

BUY SOUNDSET: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/crumar-bit...

It sounds like a gem - vintage, deep, alive as well as Bucket ONE Emulation in which you can load sysex files and our set!

You will be surprised - part of demo showing sound of hardware unit & half of vst emulation!

'Dreamer' Soundset contains 75 fresh organic sounds:

Deep Basses
Bright Leads
Huge PWM Strings
Deep Pads
Plucks & Keys
Fx & Perc

By Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of 'Organica' for Waldorf Blofeld & 'WS Universe' for Korg Wavestation.

Powerful unison strings, stunning unusual movements, deep pads & polys great for soundtrack atmosphere, synth-pop & retro wave music, dancefloor music.

Instructions are inside & loading in seconds via midi & plugin.
Demo using 5% 0f Valhalla Supermassive reverb.

Re-discover Crumar legacy synths with our sounds!"

MAME Synths as Plugins?! Vintage Emulator Studio is Here

video upload by Autodafe

"Vintage Emulator Studio (VES) is finally here!

Download VES here:
https://www.autodafe.net/vintage-emul...

VES started from my experiments with the synthesizers, sound modules, samplers and drum machines emulated by MAME. Over time, after several videos, tests and even A/B comparisons with original hardware, I started wondering: what if these machines could be used in a more musician-friendly environment — and even loaded directly inside a DAW?

That idea eventually became Vintage Emulator Studio.

VES brings together a curated selection of MAME-emulated musical instruments in a single application, available as Standalone, AU and VST3 for macOS (Apple Silicon and Intel), Windows and Linux.

You can download VES for free from my website. As with all my free plugins and sample libraries, there is also an optional €5 Supporter version if you'd like to support my work and future development.

VES is also open source, and the GitHub source code is linked from the product page.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: ROMs are required and are NOT included with VES.
I do not distribute MAME ROMs, so please don't ask me to send them. You will need to provide your own ROM sets. The good news is that MAME ROMs are generally not particularly difficult to find compared with those for some other emulation platforms.

Also keep in mind that VES relies on MAME emulation. Not every supported machine is emulated to exactly the same level of completeness, so some quirks or limitations may come from the current state of MAME itself.

P.S. You may occasionally hear a few small audio drops during this video. My computer wasn't always particularly happy about running multiple emulated machines while recording the screen and audio at the same time — so those glitches are mostly from the recording setup rather than VES itself. 🙂"

Antonus 3620 – Official Teaser | ARP 3620 Inspired Keyboard

video upload by Antonus

"Inspiration - Evolution- Legacy

A new wave of expression is here. The Antonus 3620 is a high-end keyboard controller inspired by the legendary ARP 3620, expanded with advanced CV/MIDI capabilities, dual-zone split mode, built-in sequencer, and a premium Fatar key-bed.

Available in 37-key and 49-key versions, with classic Tolex or modern metal chassis options.

Discover all specs and features: https://antonus-synths.com/3620-2/

Credits

Starring: Fernanda Aleman
Video: Ambar Waegemaeker
Editing: Mica Villafañe
Soundtrack: Free Norman
Production Team: Toni Gutierrez, Xinaxina, Mica Villafañe, Ro Cimmino

Huge thanks to our entire team and everyone involved in bringing this visual teaser to life!"



The Antonus 3620 is a sophisticated keyboard, sequencer, and CV/MIDI controller designed to be an expressive, powerful, logical, and intuitive tool. Inspired by the classic ARP 3620, the Antonus 3620 goes further by incorporating many new features and enhanced connectivity, capable of interacting with both voltage–controlled systems and MIDI devices.

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