From Scratch: Ambient Torso S-4 Live Jam

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to Volume 35 of my Torso S-4 exploration series.

This is a completely improvised, zero-preparation ambient performance. No planning, no pre-saved patterns—every single sonic decision was made live on the spot. To give you a deeper look into my workflow, the performance is fully annotated so you can follow along with every twist, turn, and parameter tweak.

During the jam, I dive into a few advanced Torso S-4 techniques, including:
• Modulating sample Speed in Stretch mode with Glide for shifting textures.
• Modulating the sample Start point to create infinite, jittery variations on a drum loop.
• Modulating grain rate, pitch, and contour for evolving, organic soundscapes.

Audio Note: The raw performance was captured live and then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools for the best listening experience (headphones recommended!)."

🕒 TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
00:24 - Building Track 01
00:43- Modulating SPEED and PITCH
01:35 - Granular (MOSAIC engine)
02:20 - Building Track 02
03:12 - Granular (MOSAIC engine)
04:37 - Building Track 03
05:14 - Modulating START (glitchy drum loop)
06:56 - Granular (MOSAIC engine)
09:29 - Building Track 04
10:08 - Modulating TEMPO
11:38 - Soloing Track 01
12:32 - Bringing back the drums
13:05 - Soloing Track 04
13:41 - Drums are back!
14:27 - Wrapping up!

'Dance Arp' the initial integral version of 'We are the fire' with Crumar Bit99 synth from the '80

video upload by Davide Micheli

With vocals further below.

"'Dance ARP' is a music song composed in 2024 by Davide Micheli. Some parts were extracted from it and later used to compose the song 'We are the Fire', released in July 2026 with the Sir Donkey band made by me and my friend Piero Pirani.

The song uses mainly vintage Italian electronic synthesizers from the 1980s

The track was strictly recorded with an analog mixer, similar to what was done in the 1980s, except for the digital conversion of the audio using a 24-bit audio interface and Cubase at 96 kHz.

In particular:
--A1985 Crumar Bit99 synthesizer was used for the Bass, Arpeggio, and Pad parts;
--An Elka Rapsody 610 and an Elka Twin 61 synthesizer from the 1980s were used for the string machine parts;
--A Crumar Multiman S from the 1980s were used for the string machine parts;
--A Elka Rapsody 610 synthesizer from the 1980s were adopted for the vintage '80 piano;
--A CRB Diamond 910 Gold vintage electronic organ of '80 was adopted for organ part on the initial part of music track
--A Korg Prologue was used for the synthetic sound effects.
--A Akai S5000 sampler for some for the strings in a central section of the song.

Finally, for the rhythm section, a Behringer RD-9 Drum Machine with a phaser and stereo modulation effects on some parts was used and you can hear drom going from left to right stereo channel. Hope you enjoy the music."

With vocals:

We are the fire (Sir Donkey band by Davide Micheli and Piero Pirani) recorded in Ankon Record studio

video upload by Davide Micheli Piero Pirani Sir Donkey

"This piece was conceived, composed, and then produced using almost exclusively vintage Italian electronic synthesizers from the 1980s at the private recording studio Ankon Records.

We appositely decided to make use of vintage Italian brand synthesizer to reproduce the music dance atmosphere, sonority and resonances of the Italo Disco dance of '80 era.

We are the fire is a dance music brand that harks back to 1980s music revisited with a contemporary twist. The song features my friend Piero Pirani and I who are the components of Sir Donkey band. A friend of ours, singer Maruzio, sang some parts in falsetto on some of the chorus parts.

The choruses and vocals sometimes have slight imperfections that we deliberately left on the recording without correcting."

Expert Sleepers disting NT masterclass with Simon Kirby & Os | 27 May 2026

video upload by Signal Sounds

"On 27 May, we hosted an event diving deep on all things disting with artist, musician, and Professor of Language Evolution, Simon Kirby, alongside Expert Sleepers founder and longtime pal of Signal Sounds, Os. The night began with a performance by Simon using his disting-focused Eurorack system, followed by a Q&A and a look into the depths of the disting NT universe.

Buy disting NT here:
https://www.signalsounds.com/expert-s...

More from Expert Sleepers: https://www.expert-sleepers.co.uk/
More from Simon Kirby: https://www.simonkirby.net/

Chapters:
00:00 Simon Kirby performance
19:24 Live set breakdown
39:19 Q&A with Simon & Os"

Live Processing with Torso S-4 | DecadeBridge Sn + MTL Purpll Drone Improvisation

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"An improvised hardware session exploring live textural processing and generative drones.

In this performance, I’m using the Torso Electronics S-4 as the central sonic playground and processing brain. The Montreal Assembly (MTL) Purpll is set to drone mode, acting as a self-contained, unstable harmonic generator. Alongside it, the DecadeBridge Sn provides a gritty, compact synthesizer voice.

Both devices are routed into separate, dedicated inputs on the S-4, allowing for independent live looping, granular warping, and spatial sculpting on the fly.

The performance was recorded live from the S-4 output, then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools

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🔴 GEAR USED:
• Torso Electronics S-4 (Granular Processor & Sampler)
• Montreal Assembly Purpll (PLL Synthesizer & Harmonizer)
• DecadeBridge Sn (FM Synthesizer / Noise Generator)"

Introducing the Synido TempoKEY K32 Play!

video upload by Musical Miscellany & More

"The folks at @synidotech asked me to help launch their latest MIDI controller, the TempoKey K32. It's unique in that it's not just a MIDI controller but also includes a synth engine. In this video, I take a look at a pre-release model."

DISCOUNT CODE (Europe): SYNIDOK32 | Expires:August 30, 2026
Purchase link (Europe): https://www.synido.com/s/k32

Intro - 0:00
Unboxing & Overview - 1:26
Internal Synth Engine - 3:31
Using the Editor - 5:24
Direct Audio - 6:47
Using with Soft Synth - 8:15
Using the Arpeggiator - 10:08
Additional Features - 11:30
Using with Hardware Synth - 12:45
Final Thoughts - 14:24

And one from 2-Minute Warning:

The Key - 4-Minute Jam (TempoKEY K32 Play + Taiga + DFAM)

video upload by 2-Minute Warning

"This video is a little different for two reasons!

First, it's the first time I'm featuring an instrument kindly provided by a manufacturer. Synido sent me the TempoKEY K32 Play to explore in my own workflow and share my honest impressions.

They didn't ask for a scripted review, so I simply approached it the same way I approach every other instrument on this channel: by making music with it.

Secondly... this is exceptionally a 4-minute jam!

Think of it as two consecutive 2-minute performances before I take a short summer break. 😊

Rather than trying to showcase every feature of the K32 as a MIDI controller (Bluetooth MIDI, battery power, USB/MIDI connectivity, pads, knobs, etc.), I wanted to focus on what intrigued me the most: its built-in General MIDI sound engine.

For this performance, the Hapax sequences the entire setup. The Taiga handles the bass, the DFAM takes care of the analog drums (synchronized by the Hapax), while the K32 Play provides everything else: guitars, strings, bells, plucks, additional drum sounds… and occasionally runs through the Eventide H90 for a bit of extra space and texture.

As always, the musical performance itself was recorded in a single take. Mixing/mastering was done afterwards in Ableton Live, but the performance you hear is exactly as it happened.

A sincere thank you to Synido. Without their message, this musical experiment probably wouldn't have happened."

✅ PLAY THE MOMENT INSPIRATION HITS

Most MIDI keyboards need a computer and software to make a sound. K32 doesn't. Built-in sounds and speakers let you play instantly--couch,classroom, anywhere.

✅ 32 KEYS, MORE ROOM

25 keys feel cramped for chords and melody together. The K32's 32-key layout gives your hands space to play naturally.

✅ WIRELESS, GO ANYWHERE

BLE MIDI + Battery. Create from the couch, backstage, in class, or on a plane.

✅ GROWS WITH YOU

Connect another MIDI controller and use the K32 as a standalone sound module. Compact setup, maximum flexibility.

✅ INSTANT SOUND SWITCHING

Save favorite instruments to the KEY Sound buttons. Jump from piano to synth to bass with one press. No menu-diving.

✅ HANDS-ON CONTROL

8 assignable knobs, 8 drum pads, and a clear OLED display. Adjust, beat, and perform in real time—no mouse needed.

✅ FOR EVERY STAGE OF YOUR JOURNEY

From first beat to live performance, K32 adapts to your workflow. Start simple. Grow into it. Create without limits.

✅ FAST WIRELESS PAIRING

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Sculpting the Duos // Live Soundscapes with Torso S-4

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"A raw, live-recorded ambient improvisation using the Hikari Duos synthesizer routed through the Torso Electronics S-4 sculpting sampler for real-time processing and sound design.

This performance was captured entirely live in a single take, presented without any edits or arrangements after the fact. The master audio was lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools for clarity and depth.

Signal Flow & Routing:
• Source: Each of the two unique oscillators from the Hikari Duos is sent to its own dedicated channel on the Torso S-4 (Track 1 and Track 2).
• Processing: Both input tracks are actively sculpted live on the S-4 and routed through an Aux Send on Track 4 for shared spatial effects and texture generation.

If you enjoy live electronic music, generative soundscapes, and hardware jams, consider subscribing for more process-driven sessions.
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`#AmbientMusic #TorsoElectronics #HikariDuos #DawlessJam #SoundDesign #experiment #alelectronicmusic #electroacousticmusic"

7/12/26 Korg SQ-10 sequences Metasonix S-1000 + Paia 6740

video upload by Cfpp0

"7/12/26 Korg SQ-10 sequences Metasonix S-1000 + Paia 6740

The studio is undergoing a few changes this summer. The ElectroComp EML 400 is now above the 401, next to two stacked EML 200s. The Metasonix S-1000 Wretch Machine has been moved to a rack right to the left of the EMLs, where the S-1000 is easier to reach. And it’s above several racked Metasonix TM boxes, the Zerosum Inertia Cenotaph, and the Korg SQ-10 sequencer. This was a test of the SQ-10 and the S-1000 together, with some filter and waveshaper wigging. At 1:47, the waveshaper is switched from flat to flat+pulse and it all gets slightly didgeridoo. The spring reverb used in this video is the Paia 6740."

Torso S-4 POLY Engine: Turning Samples Into Synths (Torso Explorations Vol. 34)

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"In Volume 34 of my Torso Explorations series, we are diving deep into the POLY engine on the Torso Electronics S-4 sculpting sampler. While the S-4 is an incredible texture and ambient machine, the POLY engine transforms it into an expressive, 8-voice polyphonic synthesizer by arranging samples chromatically across the keys.

I walk you through how to configure and play the POLY engine using two external MIDI controllers: the Keith McMillen QuNexus keyboard for manual playing, and the Korg SQ-1 for sequencing.

The POLY engine gives you per-voice control over amplitude and filter envelopes, allowing you to sculpt raw samples into beautifully playable synth patches.

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🎵 What's inside this video:

• Track 1: Demonstrating the core mechanics and envelope shaping of the POLY engine using a built-in stock sample.

• Track 2: A quick, live workflow showing how to sample an external acoustic instrument (my mandolin) using the S-4’s internal microphone and instantly flip it into a polyphonic synth patch.

This entire performance was recorded live in one take, with light mixing and mastering finished in Pro Tools. The video is fully annotated throughout so you can easily follow the exact parameters and routing I'm altering in real-time.

If you enjoy these deep dives into the S-4, please consider liking the video, subscribing to the channel, and leaving a comment with how you’re using your S-4!

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00:00 - Intro
00:37 - Setting up a first POLY track
04:24 - Sending Audio from one track to another
06:12 - Quickly recording, trimming, and saving a new sample
07:05 - Using the new sample to create a second POLY track
08:34 - Let's add some drums?
09:03 - And let's play!"

Arturia Memory V - Melodic Techno | All Colours soundbank by NatLife

video upload by NatLife Sounds

Timeline:
00:00 - 01:02 NatLife - From The Past To Future
01:03 - 02:18 NatLife - Analog Flying
02:19 - 02:53 NatLife - Black Hole
02:54 - 03:26 NatLife - Sona
03:27 - 04:13 NatLife - Drama
04:14 - 04:45 NatLife - See The Dream
04:45 - 05:32 NatLife - OF Future
05:32 - 06:42 NatLife - Memory Of 90s

"Product Link: https://natlifesounds.com/product/art...

Note: - All sounds you hear were used from this library, WITHOUT ADDING THIRD-PARTY EFFECTS OR ENHANCERS!

Get ready for the next-level sound design with Arturia Memory V – Melodic Techno | All Colours.

All Colours – these are all variations of Melodic Techno sounds from its creation by Stefan Bodzin to Afterlife‘s Anyma and Argy sounds. Naturally, I add my own vision of this style in my signature NatLife style.

I have created 51 custom presets and patches from scratch.
Every sound optimized to perfection for immediate, out-of-the-box use.
The collection features modulated LEADS, deep modulated PADS, beautiful space PLUCKS, modular ARP sounds and ultra-elaborate SYNTH effects. These sounds fully exploit the unique capabilities of Memory V. Despite this, these patches also reveal the full power of this emulation – and you will get sounds similar to Blade Runner.

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ST Modular - DII·ONE → USB Interface and MIDI Controller with CV Clock

video upload by ST Modular (Stefan)

"DII·ONE is a compact MIDI controller and routing hub designed for modern hybrid music setups. It combines USB MIDI, hardware MIDI, and a CV clock output in a single device, allowing all functions to operate simultaneously without compromises.

For more information please visit st-modular.de!

00:00 Functions & Features
01:17 Midi Learn with Elektron Model:Samples
04:35 Controlling Torso S-4
05:36 Ableton Live Setup and Control
07:06 Controlling Waldorf Iridium with a single USB cable
07:47 DII ONE Configurator"

key features
Compact USB MIDI controller with hardware MIDI I/O and CV clock output
4 programmable buttons (CC or Note, momentary or latching)
4 programmable knobs (assignable to any MIDI CC)
USB MIDI to and from computer
TRS MIDI In and Out (5-pin DIN compatible via adapter cable Type-A)
CV Clock output for modular synthesizers (0–5 V)
Hardware-based MIDI Learn
Clock division directly from the device
All functions usable at the same time

You can find addtional details at ST Modular.

One Drum Loop, Infinite Soundscapes | Torso S-4 Exploration Vol. 34 #sounddesign

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to Volume 34 of my Torso S-4 Explorations.

For this improvised live performance, I set a strict creative limitation: use only one single sample (a drum loop) and one single track on the Torso Electronics S-4. The goal was to push the boundaries of the S-4's granular and sound-design engines to see just how far a single piece of source audio could be stretched, morphed, and reshaped into a variety of sonic landscapes.

The performance was recorded live with only minor edits for pacing. Final audio was lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools."

TUBE Emulation CONCRETE / tr-808, monolit, s4 /

video upload by Light Reft [Sasha DZA]

"Use headphones 🎧

MONOLIT and CONCRETE are now available through our retailers. Please ask your nearest store for availability.

In this video, the TR-808 runs through the S-4, using only delay and reverb. ／／／／／／／／／／
Then the signal goes into CONCRETE as the master effect.

MONOLIT controls the sequence, as well as the delay and reverb parameters.

#monolit #concrete setup with #tr808 and #torsos4"

New Ondioline modèle 56 Incoming

video upload by matrixsynth

via Ondioline

"We are proud to annonce the renew of this iconic early synth !

Our Ondioline prototype is running great since months and the first production unit should leave the workshop before winter.

We stay as close as possible to the original Georges Jenny design and philosophy.

Full analogue tube synth (12 in total) as stunning expressivity with suspended/wobbling keyboard and pressure sensitive keys !

Full specifications and price TBA

https://www.ondioline.fr/
https://www.instagram.com/ondioline.fr/"

See Georges Jenny, inventor of the Ondioline, demonstrating one in 1948 here.

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Unusable Engineering Releases Partials & Discrepancies Additive Soft Synth & Effects

video uploads by Unusable Engineering

Playlist:

1. Partials & Discrepancies | Full Walkthrough of an Additive Synth
2. Partials & Discrepancies | Sound Examples
3. Geometry Delay | Full Walkthrough of a Multi-Tap Delay
4. Geometry Reverb | Walkthrough of a Geometry-Based Reverb
5. Binaural Modulator | Full Walkthrough of a Spatial Modulation Effect
6. Partials & Discrepancies | Extremely Long and Incredibly Offhand


via Unusable Engineering

Today marks the release of our second synth, a multi-tap delay, a reverb and a free spatial modulator for both Mac and Windows as AU/VST3.

Partials & Discrepancies is an 8 voice additive poly-synth. The goal was to make additive synthesis accessible through a much simpler abstraction model than what you usually get, and include lots of sonic motion capabilities within a simple interface without modulation matrixes or multi page layouts. As always, we want to build instruments and effects that makes it fun to make music and that won’t slow down the creativity. Partials & Discrepancies is available for 79 euros incl. VAT. Discounts and cross-grade offers may be available on the account page for earlier costumers.

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Ambient From Scratch: Stock Samples & Live Recording | Torso S-4 Explorations Vol. 32

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to Volume 32 of Torso S-4 Explorations. In this live-recorded session, I build an immersive ambient soundscape completely from scratch using only the Torso S-4.

This exploration relies entirely on internal S-4 factory samples combined with a short, live vocal phrase captured directly through the S-4’s built-in microphone. The video is structured to take you step-by-step through the creation and processing of each of the four tracks, with detailed on-screen annotations highlighting the specific techniques and effects used to build the tracks.

In the final section of the video, we transition from building to playing—exploring the expressive, generative possibilities of the completed texture.

The performance was captured live, and is presented here with minor edits to tighten the flow and remove redundancies. As a last step, the live recording was lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools."

00:00 - Introduction
00:20 - Track 1: Modulating speed in stretch mode
02:13 - Track 2: Generative melody with a single cycle sample
04:45 - Track 3: Capturing voice with the internal mic
08:39 - Track 4: Generative melody with a single note sample
11:34 - Live exploration & performance

Recodrum-S demo

video upload by Arthur Joly

KORG Dispersion v2 – Synth Pluck (with Roland S-1)

video upload by Sinevibes

"Dispersion v2 is a bouncing ball delay effect, designed and developed by Sinevibes. Available as a plugin for a variety of KORG synthesizers: https://www.sinevibes.com/korgdispers..."

Recodrum-S + JP4 + Promars

video upload by Arthur Joly

Recodrum-S :::: Acid Test

video upload by Arthur Joly

Ambient Drone | AKAI S-950 & Make Noise Strega

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

"A cinematic atmosphere made of sound, not melody.
https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
This is not a collection of loops. It is a carefully curated archive of long-form drone textures, each exceeding five minutes, sculpted for those who create without the need for rhythm, harmony, or resolution.
Designed for deep listeners and sound designers.
From seasoned ambient producers to experimental filmmakers, this pack speaks to those who understand that sound can live and breathe without a beat. Built from legendary hardware units and bespoke digital tools, these drones are not simply sounds. They are environments."