Music for a cocktail lounge but everyone is wasted - OP-XY Live music

video upload by Dan Chippendale

"Lounge vibes but just a bit unhinged

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Teenage Engineering Sidekick
Novation Launch Control 3

Video:
Fujifilm X-E5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

100% OP-XY internal synth engines. How does this thing sound so polished? - Live IDM music

video upload by Dan Chippendale

"Ok, so maybe it's partly me. I do spend a lot of time tweaking my synth sounds to get them juuust right. Even so this box just mesmerises me when you hit the sweet spots.

Hope you enjoy it

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Teenage Engineering Sidekick
Novation Launch Control 3

Video:
Fujifilm X-E5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

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!"

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!"

How Ziggy got its name. A look back at the graphics development.

video upload by Joel Davel

"An informal video to definitively answer the question of what motivated the creation of and the naming of the Buchla Ziggy as demonstrated in screenshots.

Credit to Jim Phillips for the alien in his 1974 Easel Weasel poster and to Dan McAnulty for implementing the firmware and improving the UI that makes Ziggy possible. (And of course Don Buchla whose design this draws from.)"

OP-XY Cinematic music for a movie that's not been made yet

video upload by Dan Chippendale

"Just trying some more cinematic sort of stuff. Nit moody this one.

Enjoy!

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Teenage Engineering Sidekick
Novation Launch Control 3

Video:
Fujifilm X-E5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

From Light to MIDI with Synterra : Vaemi #synthesis #random #light #synth #sounddesign #sensor

video upload by Vaemi

"In this video, I’m using Synterra through its light sensor. By detecting changes in ambient light, it generates a generative melody in the Hijaz scale.

I’m sending the data generated by Synterra to the computer as MIDI over USB. Here, I’m using not only the MIDI notes, but also the MIDI CC data it generates at the same time.

The MIDI data is routed simultaneously to two different plug-ins: an FM-based synthesizer and a resonator. Some of the MIDI CC data coming from Synterra is assigned to the level parameters of the operators inside the FM synthesizer. This means Synterra is controlling not only which notes are played, but also the structure and movement of the sound itself in real time.

Also, I’m not using all of the CC data Synterra is sending in this video; the system is capable of generating even more control data at the same time.

When MIDI Clock is used, Synterra’s tempo-based effects can also be synchronized easily with the computer-based system.

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Bu videoda Synterra’yı ışık sensörü üzerinden kullanıyorum. Ortamdaki ışık değişimlerini algılayarak Hicaz gamında generatif bir melodi oluşturuyor.

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OP-XY: A year on. It's 100% my favourite box ever by far. Trip-Hop Live Jam

video upload by Dan Chippendale

"So I looked at the calendar and low and behold, I got my OP-XY exactly a year ago (my first video was posted a few days later on the 28th Aug 25. This thing gets me. I get it. I don't know which way round but I'm now making music that matches my vision. I seem to be able to squeeze sounds out of it that I love and I grow to love it more and more each time. Thank you ‪@teenageengineering‬ for making such an incredible device and I look forward to the future of the OP-XY platform!

Hope you enjoy

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Teenage Engineering Sidekick
Novation Launch Control 3

Video:
Fujifilm X-E5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

Q210 Complex Noise Launch Party Recording

video upload by synthesizersdotcom

"👉The Q210 Complex Noise is noisemaker's playground. Though capable of standard white noise fare, the Q210 can help provide you with decidedly boundary pushing timbres, not usually found in your typical 5U module.

Beyond noise, the Q210 is also comfortable generating random gates, which when routed to VCAS or drum sounds, can help launch your next ambient composition into science fiction territory.

Depending on how you approach the module, the Q210 can be a tame texture ready to mix in with a completed track. However if you push it, the Q210 can become the basis of an entire soundscape, especially when paired with filters, VCAS, and envelopes. Sounds both dramatic and explosive are quite easy to conjure."

I spy Dan Snazelle of Snazzy FX.

High energy dance music, with a dash of breakbeat and a modicum of crazy bastard - OP-XY Live Jam

video upload by Dan Chippendale

"I love wonky sounds. I love making wonky music. Thank the electronic gods for music gear. It's easily the best outlet for my brand of weirdness. I hope this resonates with you 😁

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Novation Launch Control 3

Video:
Fujifilm X-E5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X"

Would you like to see the OP-XY GO HARD? Well would you? Watch this. - Hard Dance Live Jam

video upload by Dan Chippendale

"Just a big old tune after a days work, nothing else to see.

Enjoy you crazy horses!"

You can find additional videos in a playlist here.

Teenage Engineering OP-XY & Novation Launch Control 3

video uploads by Dan Chippendale

A playlist of videos by Dan Chippendale featuring the Teenage Engineering OP-XY with Novation Launch Control 3.

Playlist:

1. OP-XY can sound so clean and pristine - Minimal House Live Jam

Kept things intentionally simple for this one and made sure the mix was nice and clean. Love how good the OP-XY can sound for this type of music. Hope you enjoy it

Gear used:

Music:
Teenage Engineering OP-XY
Novation Launch Control 3

Video:
Fujifilm X-E5
Motu M2 Audio interface
Mac Studio with Logic Pro X

2. Music for an old roll of unprocessed colour film – OP-XY electronica live jam
3. Would you like to see the OP-XY GO HARD? Well would you? Watch this. - Hard Dance Live Jam
4. Express your mood through music //// Melancholic beats and synths OP-XY Live Jam
5. I like making live electronic music. I very much hope you enjoy it
6. Bake for 2:45 at 34 degrees Celsius
7. I still maintain the OP-XY is one of the greatest music making devices ever created // IDM Live Jam

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Lihuel Sosa & 1nd14 - Modulaciones (Techno + Arte generativo)

video upload by Modulaciones

"Musica Techno compuesta e interpretada en vivo sobre la marcha. El setup: una "groovebox", la Roland tr8s y el sintetizador polifonico Bree 6 de @gsmusicsynths (una bomba) Sin computadora y sin edición posterior, asi se escuchó en vivo.

VISUALES: 1nd14 (Arte generativo) / 1_n_d1_4_

Las visuales son desarrolladas mediante TouchDesigner, un entorno de programación visual orientado a la generación de contenidos en tiempo real.
El proceso de trabajo integra técnicas de síntesis visual, manipulación de video en tiempo real y diseño generativo, permitiendo que las imágenes evolucionen de manera orgánica y respondan a estímulos externos.

Este evento es organizado por la comunidad Modulaciones, un proyecto que reúne a los creadores Bianca Leveroni, Dan Chelger, Diego Scagni, Cintia Cejas, Evangelina Moldú, Roco Collado, Maxi Stork y Lihuel Sosa , y que además invitará a otros artistas en cada encuentro. Su propuesta integra performance, diálogo abierto con el público y una apuesta por la construcción colectiva por fuera del formato de show tradicional.

Damos especial agradecimiento al apoyo de
/ tercerbrazoestudio
/ olivellamodular
/ e97.com.ar
/ caseslihuel"

Googlish:

"Techno music composed and performed live on the fly. The setup: a 'groovebox' (Roland TR-8S) and the Bree 6 polyphonic synthesizer by @gsmusicsynths (an absolute beast). No computer, no post-production editing—this is exactly how it sounded live.

VISUALS: 1nd14 (Generative art) / 1_n_d1_4_

The visuals are created using TouchDesigner, a visual programming environment designed for real-time content generation.
The workflow integrates visual synthesis techniques, real-time video manipulation, and generative design, allowing the imagery to evolve organically and respond to external stimuli.

This event is organized by the Modulaciones community, a project bringing together creators Bianca Leveroni, Dan Chelger, Diego Scagni, Cintia Cejas, Evangelina Moldú, Roco Collado, Maxi Stork, and Lihuel Sosa, while also inviting other artists to join each gathering. Their approach combines performance and open dialogue with the audience, prioritizing collective creation over the traditional concert format.

We extend special thanks for the support of
/ tercerbrazoestudio
/ olivellamodular
/ e97.com.ar
/ caseslihuel"

Ring Mod & Folding is a KILLER combo // FIRST PATCH with Modrwy from Dwyfor Tech

video upload by DivKid

"I've always really liked the combination of ring modulation & wavefodling. So I was happy to get the chance to try out Modrwy from Dwyfor Tech. Dan at Dwyfor Tech continues to develop from interesting rare circuit designs and unique twists on creating design combinations and ideas that do things a bit differently. Modrwy combines a ring modulator with a softer, 2 stage (I believe) wave folder that allows you to take two inputs and create something interesting from them. In this case a pair of oscillators. Full patch notes are documented exclusively on / divkid

Check out our 'STORY TIME' interview with Dwyfor Tech about Modrwy here // https://divkidvideo.com/storytime-mod..."

AMYboard - the $29 DIY modular synth running Python.

video upload by Brian Whitman

via Brian Whitman of AMYboard

"Today, we’re launching a new music hardware platform! Meet the AMYboard, a 10HP modular-sized synthesizer brimming with inputs and outputs for digital and analog audio, MIDI, and two CV channels. The AMYboard firmware runs Micropython, and can be controlled and programmed over the web, where you can share your own creations with others. You can also use AMYboard in Arduino to create music devices of your own design. It’s only US$29.90 - a very inexpensive way to get started making your own modular-capable synths. It can be powered over USB or a 10-pin modular power cable, and comes with a 10HP laser-cut faceplate. You can buy one today!

AMYboard is powered by AMY, the synthesis and effects toolkit that DAn Ellis and I have been working on for the past few years. AMY is a beautiful-sounding, efficient re-creation of classic analog synths – like the Juno-6 – and FM synths – like the DX-7. It can also act as a sampler, play WAV files, or let you make your own synthesizer setups in code from bare oscillators, effects, and filters. AMY is open-source and runs on all sorts of hardware. It already powers some neat synths like the Diapasonix, the Spark, and our own Tulip Creative Computer. AMYboard is our “reference hardware” for AMY - running the same ESP32-S3 as Tulip with 8MB of RAM, but with new features including both analog and S/PDIF (digital) audio input and output, enabling live effects, sampling, and filters. We’ve also added an SD card for sample storage, and an I2C host port for connecting your own displays and knobs!"

AMYboard launches with AMYboard online – a web based simulator and control surface for the AMYboard. You can experience AMYboard online before even buying an AMYboard. AMYboard online runs the same core engine as the AMYboard hardware (ported to WebAssembly) so you can set up and interact with the synthesizer over the web. When you’re ready, you plug in your AMYboard, download your patch, or control it in real time over the web, including the capability to edit and store code on your hardware that will boot up the next time you turn it on. AMYboard’s default firmware allows anyone to code their synth creations in MicroPython running on the hardware; the AMY synthesis engine itself runs in bare-metal C, but you can load your own “sketches” onto the board to build complex environments. For example, here’s a generative house track with a Derrick May custom “WOODPIANO” FM patch. Or here’s a TB303 + 808 acid setup. Or add a filter and reverb to a DX7 patch. AMYboard online also comes with AMYboard World, an online community for AMYboard users to share sketches with each other. We’re really excited to see your cool creations, please do share them!

See Brian Whitman's full post on AMYboard for additional details and links.

They Replaced Steely Dan's Drummers With a $150,000 Computer

video upload by Nick Cesarz

Also see: RIP Roger Nichols - Creator of the Wendel Sampling Computer

"In 1980, Steely Dan put out Gaucho with Steve Gadd, Jeff Porcaro, Rick Marotta, and Bernard Purdie credited on drums. Four of the most recorded session drummers in history.

But three of the seven songs on that record weren't actually played by any of them. They were played by a $150,000 custom-built computer called the Wendel, programmed by their engineer Roger Nichols in hexadecimal code.

I grew up listening to this album and had no idea half the drums weren't real, so I went down the rabbit hole. Here's why Steely Dan built it, how it actually worked, and which Gaucho tracks are the Wendel vs. the real drummers.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:43 How Steely Dan made records
01:48 Hey Nineteen and the pitch
02:18 What the Wendel was
02:38 How it actually worked
03:42 Real tracks vs. Wendel
05:34 Wendel II and The Nightfly
06:35 Wendel Jr and the spread
07:09 Today's tech"

Hey Nineteen

video upload by Steely Dan

via Google AI: "The song's rhythm track is also famous for utilizing 'Wendel,' a pioneering, insanely precise drum machine custom-built by engineer Roger Nichols. Marotta recorded his drum part in a single afternoon, which was then perfectly recreated by the machine." via Expanding Dan

Inside the 505 String Machine with Dan Chmielinski & Troels Folmann

video upload by Soundpaint

"Get the 505 String Machine here: https://soundpaint.com/products/505-e...

Go inside the making of one of the most iconic string machines ever captured.

Troels Folmann and Dan “Chimy” Chmielinski break down the process behind 505 String Machine, from obsessive ultra-deep sampling to preserving the raw character of the legendary Roland RS-505 String Machine. This is more than a recreation. It is a deep dive into the philosophy, detail, and decisions that bring a classic instrument back to life.

Used by artists like Vangelis, The Police, Depeche Mode, The Cure, New Order, Jean-Michel Jarre, and Herbie Hancock, the RS-505 helped define the sound of an era. Often living in the shadow of the Yamaha CS-80 synthesizer, it was the evolving texture underneath. The movement, the depth, the feeling."

The Alan R Pearlman Foundation's Year in Review

video upload by Alan R. Pearlman Foundation

"From a Compilation to a Concert Celebration, our year celebrating our namesake's Centenary has been amazing! Share our journey!

Music by Lisa Bella Donna & Shawn Johnson

Purchase Soul of the Machine at https://alanrpearlmanfoundation.bandc...

2025 Sponsors:
Korg, Cherry Audio, Moog Music, Manny Fernandez, Tom Rhea, Rosen Sound

2025 Partners:
Bell Tone Synth Works, CMS, CatSynth TV, EMEAP/MMT, Eric Crawley/Dan Gilbert, Interage MediaWorks, Knobcon, Korg, Anthony Marinelli Music, Antonus, Mashina Bristronica, NAMM Museum of Making Music, Vito Nandi, New England Synth Fest, Projekt Records, Steve Roach, Round & Wound, the SynthCave, SynthCube, Synthtopia, Synthetic Dreamscapes, The Record Co. (TRC), Sharon Wasko Designs

Thank you to all of our donors, volunteers, interns, friends and partners including (but not limited to) Alex Ball, Antonus, David Baron, Lisa Bella Donna, Chris Cardone, Jon Carin, Alison Cassidy, Nick Carlisle, Phil & Linda Cirocco, Mike Cushing, Tom Cusimano, Eric Crawley, Stephen DeJesus, Rich Formidoni, John Foxx, Dan Gilbert, Patrick Gleason, Herbie Hancock, Martin Gore, Rupert Greenall, Ryan Hawkins, Mary Lock, Mark Marshall, Machina Bristronica, David Mash, Steve McQuarry, Bill T. Miller, LaMar Mitchell, Chris Meyer, NE Synth Festival, Nicola Joss, Ruperto Ifil, Brian Kehew, Anthony Marinelli, Tom Piggot,TRC (The Record Co). EMEAPP/MMT, Mary Lock, David Mash, Matrix Synth, Michelle Moog-Koussa, Tony Norton, Jim Michmerhuizen, Mike Metlay, C. Carl Peters, Rob Puricelli, ProSynth Network, Drew Raison, Steve Roach, Sam Rosenthal, Drew Schlesinger, Don Slepian, Steve Smith, SynthTopia, the NAMM Museum, the MiDI Association, Real World Studios, Gerson Rosenbloom, Collin Russell, James Thirlwell, Pete Townshend, the Townshend Studio, and Andrew Ward"

How to tune a Minimoog

video upload by Rosen Sound

"Dan tuning a Minimoog #synth #electronicmusic #synthesizer"

Introducing Polarity Modular by Soniccouture

Polarity | Modular: Sound Design Preset Preview

video upload by Soniccouture

"A tour of a small selection of the 250 presets included with Polarity | Modular. These were created by Ian Boddy, Nigel Mullaney, James Thompson & Dan Powell.

What you hear in the video is the direct output of a single preset, with no additional effects or processing."

https://www.soniccouture.com/en/produ..."

Polarity | Modular: Product Tour

video upload by Soniccouture

"Polarity | Modular is a dual-layer granular engine loaded with 250 custom waveforms crafted by Ian Boddy, utilising his extensive collection of modular gear - including a Roland System 100M, Serge Modular, Buchla Sound Easel and much, much more.

Featuring a sound design library of 250 presets, NKS2 compatibility and the ability to load your own samples, Polarity | Modular redefines the sound of analogue synthesis."