Korg EMX-1: "Everybody Dance" by Danielle

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Mar 29, 2012

"HI :) 80s funk, old school style track created using the Korg EMX-1. The synth parts were created by using a 6-Osc saw waveform and modulating it slightly with an LFO (Tri) routed to the filter and the patch is gated.
I had to add the cheesy Orch. Hit too, just couldn't help it. hehe
Please enjoy! :)

:) TSF"

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Korg EMX-1: "In Real Time" by Danielle

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Mar 29, 2012

"HI :) New Korg EMX-1 sounds and 80s track. All the synth parts were created using the Korg's waveforms, all parts were created using the "6 Osc" setting. The bass line is also 6-Osc but the amp contour shortened and also gated. Partial mute is also used to remove and add in the synth line in real time.
I also use the arp controller on the left side of the EMX to act as a repeating "trig" in the drum sounds to change add variation. The second synth part I programmed to sound like the famous Gary Numan's "Vox humana" patch. Although the EMX is mono on every synth part, using a midi controller synth allows it to be polyphonic but only externally.

Please Enjoy! :)

:) TSF"

"Travel through time" by TSF

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Mar 27, 2012

"'Travel Through Time' 2012.
Synths used:
Danielle: Jupiter-8: bass/strings, D-50: synth strings, Emx-1
Crystal: Motif-6: Lead

Please enjoy!
:) TSF"


"Hearts on Fire" by TSF

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Mar 27, 2012

"Hearts on Fire by TSF 2012
Synths used:
Danielle: Jupiter-8, D-50 midi to JV-880, Emx + Juno-1
Crystal: Motif-6: classic strings

Please enjoy! :)

:) TSF"

Oberheim OBX-a: Unison Lead + delay

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Mar 26, 2012

"Jupiter-8s analogue friend Oberheim OBX-a.
This video is a short demo of a Unison patch with a little delay added in.
This OBX-a is an 8-voice/120 programs synth.

:) TSF"

Roland Jupiter-8, patch demo & (Rush- "Subdivisions") cover, intro

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Mar 24, 2012

"Hi :) This is a short patch demo video of Jupiter-8 in split mode with patch 34 in both the U and L section. Each patch is programmed with slightly different VCF and VCA Env settings.
Also I am playing the first minute of Rush's 'Subdivisions". It is not a full cover as I am playing just the first minute of "Subdivisions" to feature Jupiter's massive sound, in split mode.
In split mode, Jupiter-8 is divided into 2, 4-voice synth sections.
TSF"

Video 376

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Mar 19, 2012

Dreaming in Waves 1: improvisation by Danielle. Juno-2

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Feb 21, 2012

"A new improv ambient style composition using only the Alpha Juno-2 brass preset and an FX rack unit at 60%.

Please enjoy :)

:) TSF"

Dreaming in waves 2: improv by Danielle. Alpha Juno-2

Juno-60: Res. LPF Jam

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Feb 19, 2012

"Roland Juno-60, Resonance of the LPF. Jupiter-8 res bass,
Jupiter-8s arp into the mix for texture.

:) TSF"

Video 357

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Feb 19, 2012

Roland Alpha Juno-1 & Roland Juno-60

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Feb 17, 2012

"Hi :) This is a 'single patch' comparison of the Juno-1 and Juno-60. This Juno-60 is visiting the studio for a few days to be repaired. This Juno-60 had a dead LFO-trig switch that now functions and a faulty volume pot that is also functioning normally now. Its a Happy Juno. Both the Juno-1 and Juno-60 are programmed to the exact same parameters and waveforms.
I wanted to record a short video to compare the two Junos while I had the opportunity as well.
This Juno-60 was a joy to have visit the studio and it is fully functioning and doing well now.

:) TSF"

Improv: Yamaha Motif-6 strings

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Jan 24, 2012

"Strings improvisation by Danielle. Yamaha Motif-6 'Mourning" string patch used.
Roland A-90 is used to control the Motif-6 through midi, allowing for use of weighted keys
Please enjoy!
:) TSF."

"Awaken" by Danielle

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Jan 24, 2012

"This is a composition I wrote for piano, written in 2004. I also added a little improvisation throughout the song for variation and interest.
Piano: Yamaha Motif-6
88-key midi controller: Roland A-90

Roland A-90 is THE best 88-weighted key midi controller. :) Please enjoy
:) TSF"

Roland D-50 Vids by TSF

Roland D-50: Improv- 'Magic' (ValHalla Wurli)

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Jan 16, 2012

"An improvisation using ValHalla's 'Wurli" patch for the D-50. This is one of my favorite D-50 patches. Its rich and has a little distortion on it as well.
(I edited this patch to add the end LFO as the key is held, it adds a little tremolo effect that isn't included in the original patch)

(Thanks to DaveRBailey for this patch)

Please enjoy :)

:) TSF"

Roland D-50: Factory Presets- Card PN-D-50-00

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Jan 17, 2012

Roland D-50: New Patch. 3 variations

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Jan 17, 2012

"Hi :)
A new patch I created for D-50, I programmed three variations of this patch and each has differing tunings for each of the partials."

Video 283

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Jan 15, 2012

Roland Jupiter-8. This one reminded me of The Cure.

"Silent Night" - Happy Holidays from TheSynthFreq

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Dec 24, 2011

"Happy Holidays everyone!! TheSynthFreq and the synths wish you and your family (and synths) a very synthy holiday season! :)

Crystal and I wanted to create our own version of Silent Night with a TSF sound to it with original TSF patches.

Synths used: Jupiter-8- ARP 72 Roland D-50- icy tines lead Yamaha Motif-6- strings/cymbols

PLEASE ENJOY!
HAPPY SYNTHTASTIC HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!
:) TSF"

Roland D-50: Using Chase function- (demo)

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Dec 4, 2011

"HI! :)
Here's a short demo of the Chase function offered on D-50.
Although its not an arp., it's a useful feature. The Time and Level of 'Chase' can be changed to effect how long 'Chase' will occur and how loud the delay/echo of each note will be.
The speed can be varied as well. There are a few configurations of U & L that can be specified by the user . Those setting are: U/L, U/L/L, and so on. :) TSF"

Roland D-50: Fantasia (patch demo)

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Nov 14, 2011

"HI :) This D-50 patch demo features a famous preset "Fantasia". I have edited this patch so that the pcm is actually tuned to the other partials and I edited the TVA to have an increased release time.
Jupiter-8 arp is added and Juno-1 bass patch is added to create an 80s theme.
Other than the modified TVA and the pcm tuning, the patch is the original preset.

:) TSF"

"Remember When" : 80s

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Nov 14, 2011

"New 80s composition featuring the lovely analog Roland Jupiter-8.
Yamaha Motif-6 is used for the drum kit 3 patch played by Crystal."

"Take It Easy": Jazz improv 2

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Nov 14, 2011

"Another random jazz tune just for the fun of it. :)

Roland Jupiter-8- Organ preset 42 +Fc.
Roland D-50: JV-880 Tines
Roland Juno-1: analog bass
Yamaha Motif-6: jazz guitar + reverb
Korg Emx-1: drum sequence"

"Just Say'n" : Synth Jazz Improvisation

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Nov 14, 2011

"New synth jazz improvisation. Just something different.
synths used:

Danielle: Crystal: Motif-6 Drum kit 3
Roland Jupiter-8 -synth organ Preset 42 +Fc
Roland D-50 -JV-880 Tines
Roland Alpha Juno-1 - Analog bass"

Roland D-50: Living Calliope (Patch demo)

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Nov 9, 2011

"HI :) Here is short example of the famous patch "Living Calliope" on the Roland D-50. This demo is a mixture of Italio Disco and just random 80s cheesyness.
My friend DavRBailey had sent this patch recently so my D-50 now has a factory preset once again. :) D-50 and I thank you. :)
When I acquired my D-50, it had no factory presets at all.
Keep in mind this is just a demo of the patch, not an actual song. :)"

Korg Emx1: 80's sequence.

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Oct 24, 2011

"New Korg Emx-1 80s sequence. The synth [part 1] was motion sequenced. After recording the synth part (arp), I then re-recorded the resonance in the filter being moved through the frequencies to give motion to the sound and make it interesting.
Random drum machine fun. :)

:) TSF"

Roland D-50: "Neptune"- New D-50 patch by Danielle

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Oct 24, 2011

"New D-50 patch. I programmed partials U1 and U2 to be delayed behind L1 and L2 to give the echoing back effect. No PCMs were used.
Waveforms: Square with slight PWM and a saw WF.
There is a sight modulation of L1 and L2 as well to keep the sound moving while the upper partials catch up to the lower ones.
Subtractive synthesis is too much fun. :)
Please enjoy
:) TSF"

Roland D-50: Key contact cleaning/Velocity issue

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Oct 20, 2011
Also see:
Roland A-90: Battery explaination, cleaning and removing hammer action keys.

"HI :) TAKING ANY SYNTHESIZER APART WILL EXPOSE RISKS TO THE SYNTHESIZER AND THE USER! ALWAYS COMPLETELY UNPLUG D-50 FROM A POWER SOURCE BEFORE OPENING D-50. IF YOU ARE NOT FAMILIAR IN TAKING SYNTHS APART, DO NOT ATTEMPT. ANY REPAIR/MAINTENANCE IS AT YOUR RISK. Synthesizers are computers with circuit boards, power supplies/transformers, wires and other sensitive electronic components!.

Here is a short video about how to get to the keys of D-50, and an effective way to clean the contacts to resolve the classic D-50 velocity issue. I was asked by a few people about the velocity issue and I thought I would make a short video about what I normally do to fix my D-50. When I bought my D-50 years ago, it had velocity issues on almost every key and the paper tabs just above the sensors were dirty and no where near the white color they are now.
D-50s are just sensitive to dust when it comes to the keys and the contacts. I only removed about 6 keys for this video to save time.
So, if your D-50 is having the typical velocity levels of 127, a good cleaning with rubbing alcohol will help. If after a good cleaning doesn't solve the issue, consider taking D-50 to a tech who can troubleshoot the problem further.

Please feel free to leave questions. :)

:) TSF"

Jupiter-8: clav/phased- by Danielle

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Oct 15, 2011

"Here's a new Jupiter patch of a Clavinet that has gone through an FX unit to add phase. This song is just for the heck of it and some random Jupiter-8 fun! :)
Jupiter-8 is capable of a huge range of sounds and it is a dream synth. :)
Please enjoy this randomness. :)"

80's nylon/steel guitar with delay.

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Oct 15, 2011

"New Jupiter-8 patch: Nylon/Steel guitar patch with mild delay added.
I wanted to create the classic sound of 80s movies. :)
The bass patch is from Roland D-50.
:) TSF"

Jupiter-8: VCOs video 1

YouTube Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Sep 28, 2011

"Jupiter-8 has some Very Cool Oscillators and I'm going to discuss them here. :)"

Jupiter-8: VCOs. Video 2

Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Sep 28, 2011

"Hi!
VCOs continued."

Jupiter-8 VCOs video 3


Uploaded by TheSynthFreq on Sep 28, 2011

"Cross mod and o/c sync"