Custom Blue Skinned microKORG S

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Ambient From Scratch With Octatrack and Hermod+

video upload by EZBOT

"Today we sample Hermod+ ambient sequences into a fresh project on the Octatrack MK2. Follow along and learn the Octatrack while you watch. We will be focusing on randomization and ambient sounds. Enjoy the session and tutorial!

Download the Octatrack Hybrid 4X4 Performance Mixer (v1.1) here: one-time purchase https://ko-fi.com/s/82279613bb and here for ongoing support / hybrid-4x4-1-0-140477341"

Roland S-50 Digital Sampling Keyboard SN 725671

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Roland MKS-100 | The first Roland sampler module (and very few knows about it)

video upload by Espen Kraft

"The Roland MKS-100 from 1986. The Module version of the S-10 with a few minor differences, among them the Midi Mono mode. Sampling time and memory is the same on the S-10, MKS-100 and S-220 (the third and last sampling module in this early series)
Four memory slots (ABCD) with a total sampling time of 4,4 seconds at 30Khz. (8,8 sec @ 15Khz). The S-10, MKS-100 and S-220 all used the Quick Disk (QD) system to load and save sounds.

Check out my Roland S-10, MKS-100,S-220 sample library here: • Roland S-10 Sample Pack | Download now! [video below]

Big thanks to Anders Enger Jensen for lending me the MKS-100 for this video.

Some references say the MKS-100 is from 1987, but Roland made these in 1986 through to the end of the 80s."

Roland S-10 Sample Pack | Download now!
video upload by Espen Kraft

"A brand new sample pack for the Roland S-10, MKS-100 and S-220.
51 different samples taken from my vintage collection of synths and drum machines.
These are QD image files so you have to have a QD floppy emulator installed in your S-10 to use these.
Price is $15USD or €15Euros if you prefer that currency. Send me an email if you're interested. I only sell these through email. You'll find my email in the "about" here on my channel.
All the sounds heard in the demo video are coming from this pack. External reverb is on some of the samples in the video.

I think the Roland 12-bit S-samplers from the 80s has a special sound to them. If you have a S-10/MKS-100/S-220 and you just want some new cool sounds for it then this pack might be for you. These sounds can not be found anywhere else. They're all made by me one way or the other."

Matt Barber - 80's in 80 seconds

video upload by Matt Barber - Sounds from The Sandbox

"Just thought I would try a little something fun...the title says it all. 0 to 80's in 80 seconds. Enjoy. Certified AI free and no traces of softsynths!

Drums - Oberheim DX Stretch, Korg DDD-1 - just a snare on 2 and 4 with mostly just the reverb return from a Roland SDE-330 non-lin setting, Roland TR8S - some perc and a ghost snare from the 707 kit.

Oberheim OB-8

Korg DW-8000

Bass - Roland D-50 patch also triggering a Roland JX8P and Korg Polysix to fatten and double it

Ensoniq ESQ - A nice PPG Wave patch from a sound cartridge I have for it.

Sequential Rev 2 also triggering a bell patch on the Yamaha TG33

Yamaha DX7iiD - nice dual patch one a rhodes type and the other a tine from the many banks on the Hypersynth card to finish it off and play out on."

Matt Barber - 80's in 80 seconds - Episode 2

video upload by Matt Barber - Sounds from The Sandbox

"80's in 80 Seconds Episode 2 has landed! The first one was a bit fun so let's keep the theme going. This one starts off with a nice "groove" and builds with some synths spanning the decade. If you listen past the 80 seconds the Arp Odyssey briefly shows off its duo-phonic capabilities with a few 2 note chords that almost have a vocoder like effect with the phaser on it just after the 2 minute mark.
The following instruments were used and recorded as a 2 track with no editing or overdubs with each part being played into a pair of Arturia Keystep Pro sequencers. As always, AI free and made with real ingredients. Thanks for watching!

Oberheim DX Stretch - main drums
Korg DDD-1 - perc
Roland TR8-S - additional high hats, rim shot, crash
Berhinger - Model D - Bass
Roland Jupiter 4 - Arp
Korg PolySix - Synth Brass Pad 1
Roland Jupiter 6 - Synth layer 2
Yamaha DX7II - Bell 1
Roland D-50 - Bell 2
Arp Solina - Strings
Arp Odyssey Mkii 2810 - Lead"

Matt Barber - 80's in 80 seconds - Episode 3

video upload by Matt Barber - Sounds from The Sandbox

"80's in 80 seconds episode 3 is here to start of the New Year! I thought something "new" should be in 'order' after the busy holiday period. Several familiar sounds in this one that can most likely been dialed in on many synths of the era but this one builds with the hardware listed below. All natural...Certified AI and VST free. Thanks for listening!

Drums -
Korg DDD-1 to start with the first hi-hat
Oberhiem DX Stretch - Main kick, beat kick, snare, additional hi-hat, clap, and rim shot
Roland TR-8S - a little kick for attack, snare ghost notes, and high hat movement

Pad 1 - Oberheim OB-8

BASS - Berhinger Pro 1 and Poly D played with the arpeggio on on the Keystep Pro

Pad 2 - Roland D50 layered with Roland JX-8P and Korg DW8000

Bell - DX 7 ....of course it is!

ARP Chords - Roland Jupiter 4."

Waldorf M 1.11 Update Adds Varysaw VA Oscillator, CS80 Based Oscillator, Extensive FM & More

You can find the update here

Details form the release doc follows:

Disclaimer: This is an unofficial add-on to the M user manual, describing some of extra features added from firmware 1.05 up to firmware 1.11. This add-on also covers some complex aspects of the Multi Mode, which remains somewhat unusual.

Author: Vladi Salnikov aka VladiS.

Algorithms of FW version 1.11:

Varysaw: A VA oscillator ranging from SAW through PULSE to TRI.

Wave (red encoder): Mixes from 0 to 31 from SAW to PULSE; 32 is pure PULSE, and 33 to 63 mixesfrom PULSE to TRI.

Meta parameter: Pulse width for PULSE, adjustable from 5% to 95%.

CSAW: A famous Yamaha CS-80 saw oscillator with mutation towards a parabolic oscillator.

Wave : Controls the amplitude of the “step” component of the saw wave.

Meta parameter: Mixes between this saw wave and the parabolic saw wave.

Waveshpr: A SAW to TRI oscillator fed into a mild waveshaper.

Wave : 0 is pure SAW, 1-62 mixes between SAW and TRI, and 63 is pure TRI.

Meta parameter: Depth of the waveshaper.

TriplSaw: A stack of three SAW oscillators; two are detuned slightly higher and lower than the third.

Wave : Controls the amplitude of the “central” SAW oscillator relative to the two “side” SAWs.

Meta parameter: Detuning factor, from 0 to maximum detune.

S/T Fold: A SIN wave folding oscillator that folds the chosen crossmixed wave between SIN and TRI waves.

Wave : 0 is pure SIN, 1-62 mixes between SIN and TRI, and 63 is pure TRI.

Meta parameter: Folding depth.

FM 2 OP: Classic simple two-operator FM synthesis. OP1 (modulator) generates a sine wave that modulates the phase of OP2 (carrier). Both operators generate sinewaves; the algorithm's output is the carrier signal.

Wave: Maps values from 0 to 63 to harmonics ratios of 1 to 8 in stepped increments.

Meta parameter: Amount of phase modulation applied to the carrier.

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The Most Flexible Performance Mixer Setup

video upload by EZBOT

"This setup I am about to show you, uses the Octatrack's full potential, possibly beyond what the developers even intended.

Download my Octatrack Performance Templates here: https://ko-fi.com/s/c71520e99c and here / ezbot

PERFORMANCE OVERLAY MAGNETS: https://www.modbang.com/modbang-shop?...

I love to teach! Step up your game with 1 on 1 lessons: https://www.ezbot.live/"

A Blockbuster Theme Made with Vintage Synth Gear | Christmas Edition

video upload by Espen Kraft

"The Forrest Gump theme (Feather Song) made with vintage gear:

Roland R-8 drums (SN-R8-04 ELECTRONIC Card)
Roland S-10 sampler
Korg DW-8000
Emax
Emax II"

Future Sound Systems Cric | Impressions 1 year on plus patch tips & jams!

video upload by Signal Sounds

"Sound designer and composer Michael Manning is back on the Signal Sounds channel to explore the Future Sound Systems Cric! A year after the release of this monster analogue synth, Mick reflects on his evolving use of it in his work, and runs through a few examples of how to use the patching matrix for both simple and complex sound design. Along the way he plays some stunning pieces that showcase the full range of this dream machine.

Cric is available here:
https://www.signalsounds.com/future-s..."

Soul of the Machine | Inside the ARP Centennial Compilation

video upload by CatSynth TV

"We explore the new compilation _Soul of the Machine_, released by the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation as part of this year's centennial celebrations of the birth of Alan R. Pearlman. There are two CDs with twelve tracks each, plus a digital-only "bonus disc" with another 12 tracks, featuring a diverse roster of artists. All tracks feature ARP synthesizers, including the rare 2500, the ubiquitous 2600 and Odyssey, the Pro Soloist, OMNI, and more. We highlight a few of the tracks and artists from each disc and share some thoughts on the compilation as a whole.

To find out more about the compilation, as well as the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation, please visit their official website:
https://alanrpearlmanfoundation.org/s...

You can also find the compilation on Bandcamp:
https://projektrecords.bandcamp.com/a...

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0:00 Introduction
0:29 Overview of the compilation
1:09 Disc 1 highlights
2:00 Disc 2 highlights
3:05 Bonus 'digital only' disc
3:47 Conclusion"

Rest in Peace ~ Chris Rea 🌠

video upload by RetroSound

"(c)2007-25 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi

One of my favorite tracks from the late 70s.
Fool (If You Think It`s Over) by Chris Rea from the album Whatever Happened to Benny Santini? (1978)

I’m saddened...😞
His music has been the soundtrack of my life. I loved his melodies, I loved his lyrics, and I loved his voice. Driving Home for Christmas, On the Beach, and Josephine are timeless classics that I always turn up loud whenever I hear them on the radio.

I was fortunate enough to get an Amiga license record in 1988 after queuing for hours at the music shop. Holding one of the few records in my hands brought me so much joy, especially since Western music was only available under the counter in the GDR.
Rest in Peace, Chris. Your music will live on forever. Thank you.🌠

RetroSound synthesizer demo videos since january 2007.
Everything is free. If you like my work, you can also support me with the purchase of my merchandise stuff or my music.
Shop: https://retrosound.creator-spring.com/
Bandcamp: https://retrosound.bandcamp.com/"

Nick Klimenko - Synthesizer Museum Live (full album)

video upload by LFOstore

"LISTEN: https://cosmicleaf.gr/releases/1136/s...

Welcome to the 25th full-length album by Chronos. With this release, Nick Klimenko celebrates the opening of his personal synth museum!

In this unique space, you’ll find 190 hardware and 160 virtual instruments spanning the years 1978–2025. Chronos returns with a third live-played album, exploring the full depth of both analog and digital synthesizers. Everything was performed and recorded live in one take, inside the new museum space - https://nksynthmuseum.com/en/

Nick devoted countless hours practicing live playing, sequencing patterns and harmonies, and shaping rhythms and atmospheres for every single piece on this release.

When the time came, he simply hit the 'record' button — and played each track straight through.
This approach echoes the spirit of the 1970s, when Klaus Schulze and Tangerine Dream performed concerts entirely without computers or music software.

Musically, this album overflows with ambient and cosmic atmospheres, cinematic movements, and unique soundscapes

Tracklist:
001. Chronos - Soviet Analog Synthesizer Ambient
002. Chronos - Silentium Universi
003. Chronos - Inner Odyssey
004. Chronos - Summer Trio
005. Chronos - Alien Lights Above My Head
006. Chronos - Gamma Tauri
007. Chronos - Stellar Vector
008. Chronos - Interlude
009. Chronos - Velvet Trip

Mixed and mastered by Nick Klimenko
Cover art: Nick Klimenko / Cosmicleaf"

Patch Memory Performance #3 | Modular synth terrace jam with 4MS SMR and R*S Triple Waveshaper

video upload by djr brunstein

"Patch Memory Performance.

A modular synthesiser performance recorded on my terrace in Porto, built around the 4MS Spectral Multiband Resonator and the Serge Random Source Triple Waveshaper [with Play all Day's PlayFader].

This patch became something to play rather than explain, with dense cross modulation and unstable feedback paths.

Watch the companion video looking at the underlying patch structure here:"

Patch Memory #3 | Chaotic cross modulation with 4MS SMR and R*S Triple Waveshaper

video upload by djr brunstein

"Another patch exploration video, this time focusing on chaotic cross modulation between the 4MS Spectral Multiband Resonator and the Serge Random Source Triple Waveshaper.

This is a short overview of the patch logic rather than a full performance or a repeatable recipe. The sounds are unstable by design and difficult to reproduce exactly.

Performance audio available on Bandcamp, alongside an additional piece here:



Instagram: / djrbrunstein

Website: https://djrbrunstein.com"

Bad Gear - Santa Says NO!!!

video upload by AudioPilz

"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools.The best Christmas presents are the ones you buy for yourself - especially when you’re a synth nerd.

Speaking of which, today we are going to talk about Moog Messenger. This 2025 analog mono is a prime candidate for shameless self-gifting: Gucci-like brand identity that reminds you of simpler times, a price tag that hurts just right and features that help you convince yourself that the Moogs you already own are not enough.

But believe me: Santa says NO!!!

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
00:55 Overview Moog Messenger
01:38 Oscillators
02:19 Filter, The new RES BASS Feature
03:02 Modulators
03:19 Lack of FX, Menu-less Menu Diving, UI Pain
03:37 KB, S+H, Sequencer, Arpeggiator
04:13 What else? (Editor, Connectivity, Patches, Pricing)
05:11 H*te Screen
05:32 Jam 1 ( Classic Moog Tones )
06:28 Jam 2 ( Let's add a few FX )
07:25 Finale ( Pseudo Berlin School )
07:56 VERDICT"

Timing doesn't get tighter than this // Gridlock II interface for CV, MIDI, USB & DIN Sync

video upload by Starsky Carr

"If you’ve ever struggled with MIDI jitter, sloppy DAW clocking, or keeping vintage synths and drum machines locked in time, the Innerclock Systems Gridlock II might be the ultimate solution.

https://innerclocksystems.com/gridloc...

In this video I take an in-depth look at Gridlock II, a professional MIDI, DIN Sync, USB and CV/Gate timing hub from Australian company Innerclock Systems, designed to deliver rock-solid timing with jitter as low as 20 microseconds. Rather than relying on unreliable DAW MIDI clock, Gridlock II generates its own ultra-accurate timing using an audio-based plugin approach — and the results are immediately audible.

I demonstrate how Gridlock II integrates vintage non-MIDI synths like the ARP Odyssey, Minimoog, Prodigy, Promars, Juno-60, alongside modern USB and MIDI gear, all appearing cleanly inside Logic as named instruments. You’ll see how MIDI, DIN Sync, USB MIDI and CV/Gate can coexist in one system, with every device locked tightly to the beat.

Key topics covered:

Why DAW MIDI clock drifts — and how Gridlock II fixes it
Audio-based clock generation for near-zero jitter timing
Syncing MIDI, DIN Sync, USB MIDI, CV & Gate together
Using vintage synths like modern MIDI instruments
TR-909 timing comparison: DAW vs Gridlock II
MIDI filtering, clock offsets, PPQN and transport control
CV pitch scaling, volt-per-octave & gate voltage options
Standalone operation for live performance reliability
Who Gridlock II is really for (and who it isn’t)"

0:00 Introducing the Gridlock II
4:39 The Hardware
7:04 Gridlock II Control Overview
9:02 Creating a Connection
11:12 MIDI Configuration Setting s
11:56 USB Hubs
12:31 CV Synths played as MIDI
13:21 MIDI Filters
14:06 CV Settings
15:12 Multiple Session
s 17:48 Any Limitations?

OXI Artist Feature : Eraldo Bernocchi

video upload by OXI Instruments

"Italian composer, producer, guitarist, and sound designer Eraldo Bernocchi explores a fluid, experimental workflow using OXI One MKII to sequence Polyend Synth, 1010music Blackbox, and iPad—blending hardware and software into a single expressive system.

With a career spanning from late ’70s punk roots to seminal projects like Sigillum-S, and collaborations with artists such as Bill Laswell, Harold Budd, Nils Petter Molvær, Merzbow, and many others, Eraldo is widely regarded as a master sonic sculptor. Founder of RareNoise Records and a renowned sound designer for brands including Elektron, Erica Synths, and Polyend, he brings decades of deep musical vision to this performance—showing how OXI One MKII becomes a powerful hub for contemporary composition and live sequencing.

Read the full interview here : https://oxiinstruments.com/blog/erald..."

Jean Michel Jarre 1981 Studio Footage and Magnetic Fields Part 4 Performed In The Studio

video upload by Willy Billiams

https://www.jeanmicheljarre.com/

Some Fairlight, EMS, and Oberheim OB-X synth spotting. Moog Rogue, Solina, and Korg PE-2000 K-5 Poly Ensemble S come in later. Note what looks like a modular system at 5:37. Anyone ID it?

E.T. | With vintage synths and a Commodore 64

video upload by Espen Kraft

"Gear used:
Commodore 64 (Yes, this is played live, hands on, just as you see it in the video)
Roland S-10, JX-8P, Alpha Juno 2
Yamaha DX7s
Kontakt Orch.samples
Custom drum samples"

OMNICYCLONE 1.3 Firmware long chill demo

video upload by SPHERICAL SOUND SOCIETY

"New firmware for OMNICYCLONE. It fixes a bug in the clock in of the previous release. It´s free for all OC users, if you have one, send us a message with your name/order number and mail to send you the update.

Clock in/out were swapped, this firmware fixes it too, now IN is IN and OUT is OUT :)

You can order your unit here:
https://www.tindie.com/products/jc204..."

BAPBAPBADABAP // TORSO Electronics S 4 // Unboxing // No Talking

video upload by LESINDES