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Friday, October 17, 2025
Soul Of the Machine: A Celebration of the Life & Legacy of ARP founder Alan R. Pearlman
via the Alan R Pearlman Foundation
Available on Bandcamp here
Press release follows:
Kingston, NY— In 2025, the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation celebrates the centennial of its namesake, the electronic visionary whose marvelous ARP synthesizers changed the landscape of music forever. As part of the ongoing celebrations, the Foundation is announcing the release of Soul Of The Machine, a 36-track musical celebration of the man and his creations as interpreted by a diverse range of recording artists.
Soul Of The Machine is a 36-track collection of tracks old and new, covering everything from innovative electronic, dance, and space music to jazz, funk, and Latin pop, all featuring the signature sounds of classic ARP instruments. The collection includes everything from ARP’s first synthesizer — the massively powerful ARP 2500 modular system — to the instruments that rewrote the rules on how electronics and music came together. The 2600, Odyssey, Pro Soloist, Omni, and many more ARP instruments sing, cry, scream, and soar, in the hands of musical talents both legends and newcomers.
Soul Of The Machine is a treasure trove of musical exploration. Martin Gore’s “KIno" combines Depeche Mode’s signature rhythmic power with a uniquely lyrical and sweet atmosphere. “Mr. No” is a celebration of the classic proto-techno sound of John Foxx. Award-winning soundtrack composer Mark Isham showcases his signature pulsating energy and evocative moodscapes in the mini-suite “Musings – in Two Parts”. Lisa Bella Donna takes listeners on a journey into timeless wonder in the epic “Conclusions.” JG Thirlwell’s “Sphere” is a synth freakout ricocheting between ominous sci-fi atmospheres and searing beats. Panic Girl offers "Drifting Whispers," a somber and uplifting neo-retro journey into a past that never was.
Other artists on the collection include Michael Brückner, Phil Cirocco, Rupert Greenall, LaMar "Kronick" Mitchell, Jeff Rona, Drew Schlesinger & David Torn, Don Slepian, and many others, as well as tracks by the collection's curators Steve Roach and Chris Meyer of Alias Zone.
Famed ambient / electronic pioneer and ARP user since 1978, Steve Roach shares his thoughts on Soul Of The Machine: "In 2024 I had the honor of meeting Dina Pearlman-Ifil — the director of the Alan R Pearlman Foundation — in person. Over the course of several phone conversations we discussed ways to celebrate the centennial year of her father's life and his place in history. My idea for a compilation of music using her father’s creations grew out of those conversations, presenting a perfect way to directly experience the vast range of music that was birthed by the family of ARP synthesizers. This compilation is just a small taste of the universe Alan inspired in sound explorers and artists across a vast range of genres."
Steve mapped out the music so that CD 1 represents a sonic journey and CD 2 provides a showcase of the depth and breadth of what ARP synths can do. After both CDs were finalized, there were more tracks than room on the CDs. These additional songs are available as a bonus digital supplement to the physical CD set.
Says Dina Pearlman-Ifil: “I have long-dreamed of a multi-genre collection that would illustrate the depth and breadth of the possibilities of my father's instruments. This collection is the embodiment of what my father treasured most: The creative spirit. As the old ARP tagline used to say: ‘The most creative part of an ARP Synthesizer is you.’”
The Alan R. Pearlman Foundation is dedicated to the empowerment of young and burgeoning artists into the future. When we look at classical instruments born hundreds of years ago, we see that Alan Pearlman's synthesizers stand tall, earning their place in the evolution of musical history. Acoustic or electric, their common ground is the enduring inspiration for creativity and sonic innovation that inspires the hearts and minds of musicians, performers, and sound explorers worldwide.
Soul Of The Machine will be available for streaming on October 17, 2025. The special limited edition CD will be available for purchase in early-to-mid-November.
Proceeds go the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation
The Alan R. Pearlman Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.
Our mission is to celebrate the legacy of inventor, musician, entrepreneur and engineer Alan R. Pearlman, by making his innovative inventions publicly accessible, and by inspiring future generations to imagine and create.
ARP Centennial Compilation Concept: Steve Roach
Project Directors: Steve Roach, Chris Meyer, and Dina Pearlman-Ifil Mastered by: Robert Rich
Cover concept and design by Dina Pearlman-Ifil, production by Sharon Wasko
This compilation wouldn't be possible without the support of our incredible sponsors: Cherry Audio, Korg USA, Moog Music and Steve Roach.
Also HUGE thanks to Chris Meyer / Alias Zone, Mark Marshall / interage.com for all things web, Dr. Mike Metlay/ atomicwords.net for creative input on the liner notes, and Sam Rosenthal / Projekt Records.
Purchase from BandCamp: https://alanrpearlmanfoundation.bandcamp.com/album/soul-of-the-machine...
SEQUENTIAL PROPHET X - Dark Soundscapes
video upload by Grubenpony12
"The Sequential Prophet X is a bi-timbral digital synthesizer with analog filters that combines a high-resolution sound engine with a powerful synthesis engine. It features two digital oscillators and two 16-bit, 48kHz sample-based instruments. It comes with a 150 GB library of samples from 8Dio and offers 16-voice monophonic or 8-voice stereo polyphony. The Prophet X also includes an arpeggiator and a multi-effect processor, and it can import user samples."
Bad Gear - BORING!!!
video upload by AudioPilz
Verdict at 08:09.
"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. Today we are going to talk about the Sequential Prophet REV2.
This modern analog poly was originally released under the DSI moniker in 2017 and it is guaranteed to make your janky home studio seem like a professional working environment - and make it infinitely more boring.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
00:42 Overview Prophet REV-2
01:22 Interface, Bitimbrality
01:56 Oscillators
02:34 Curtis Filter
03:08 Modulations Matrix
03:23 Envelopes, LFOs
03:37 Clock, Tempo Sync, Arpeggiator, Sequencer
04:21 Unison, Chords, Pan Spread
04:45 FX Section, Outputs
05:02 Polyphony, Expansion Card, Pricing, Thanks
05:26 H*te Screen
05:49 Jam 1 ( Fast Techno )
06:39 Jam 2 ( Epic Synth Music )
07:39 Finale ( Gentrification Dance Music )
08:09 VERDICT"
Bach Prelude and Fugue in D (BWV 850) performed by Julian "J3PO" Pollack
video upload by Julian J3PO Pollack
"Julian 'J3PO' Pollack performs J.S. Bach's Prelude and Fugue in D (BWV 850) on the UDO Super 6 synthesizer.
Get Julian's Super 6 presets here: https://www.julianpollack.com/shop/p/...
Big thanks to UDO for sending me their ST49 upgrade kit. Having polyphonic aftertouch on the Super 6 is a game changer. 🙏
About the artist:
Julian 'J3PO' Pollack is a Los Angeles-based keyboardist, producer, and sound designer, renowned for his virtuosic yet soulful blend of jazz, fusion, hip-hop, and electronic music. He has toured and/or recorded with legends including Herbie Hancock, Marcus Miller, Terence Blanchard, Chris Botti, Santana, and Talib Kweli, and has released several acclaimed solo albums, most recently SOUL & CIRCUITRY (Ropeadope, 2025). A former guest on NPR’s Piano Jazz at just 18, Julian is also a sought-after sound designer for top synth/keyboard companies like Nord, Sequential, Oberheim, and Spectrasonics."
"For more Bach played on synths performance, please check out this playlist:"
Bach on Synths
Ambient Landscapes - Novation Circuit Tracks Sound Pack by A Frorce Truly Evil
video upload by A Force Truly Evil
"Available Here: https://sci-fiaudio.com/?product=ambi...
AMBIENT TEXTURES AND FIELD RECORDINGS IN SYMBIOSIS
Ambient Landscapes transforms your Novation Circuit Tracks into a powerful Ambient machine. A conceptual sound pack merging evocative synth patches with organic field recordings, designed to transport the listener into mental and physical landscapes — from frozen horizons and industrial echoes to bustling cities, flowing rivers, and vast mountain ranges.
Perfect for Ambient, Drone, Cinematic, IDM, experimental, Downtempo, and conceptual electronic explorations. An essential toolkit not only for musicians, but also for audiovisual creators, providing immersive atmospheres and authentic textures that enhance film scores, game audio, and multimedia productions.
Ambient Landscapes content:
A complete conceptual toolkit merging Ambient sound design with organic field recordings, built to inspire deep Ambient explorations and evolving soundscapes on Novation Circuit Tracks.
128 Patches (64 new and original patches + 64 variations):
Introducing "CERN" A Sonic Particle Accelerator
video upload by Ali Modular
"New Granular Effect for Esu's Trifecta CERN"
Update to Ali Modular enters Eurorack marketplace with Esu’s Trifecta announced just this October 2nd.
4ms Employee Interviews: Payne Gibson
video upload by 4ms Company
"Meet Payne Gibson! Payne works on synth and kit building as well as product testing and packaging at 4ms. They are also a visual artist with a background in metal smithing. Their current favorite medium is fiber art and rug tufting.
We hope you're enjoying meeting more of our small team!"
Black Corporation ISE-NIN Voice & Breakout Box Module for Eurorack deeper review
video upload by Knobs & Switches
Previously:
Black Corporation ISE-NIN deeper Review with Roland Jupiter-8 and other piece of Kit! Pt.1
Black Corporation ISE NIN vs. Roland Jupiter-8 deeper comparison Pt.2
"Here is my deeper review about the ISE-NIN Single Voice Module and the Breakout Box for Eurorack. A Single analog Voice of the BC ISE-NIN Polyphonic, which is inspired by the Roland Jupiter-8. Together with a Anton's Step Brother, Roland System 500 Modul 510 and 531, Waldorf KB-37, AMSynths 8111 & 8171, Vermona Fourmulator, RYK M185, VPME.DE Quad Drum Voice, Glou Glou Flancher-9, Boss DR-110 and Arturia Keystep Pro."
"For Pedal Power i used the MyVolts CrazyChain MkII: https://myvolts.com/CrazyChainMKII/?a...
The fancy Audio Cables are the MyVolts Candycords: https://myvolts.com/CandyCords/?a=kas
CV and Clock Cabes are MyVolts Halos: https://myvolts.de/Halo/?a=kas
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:06 Title Track (Only made with the ISE-NIN Voice incl. Drums)
00:02:11 Epilogue
00:03:26 LFO & VCO MODULATOR
00:08:50 VCO1 & 2
00:13:42 MIX, HPF, VCF & VCA
00:16:32 INTERFACE
00:17:08 ENV 1 & 2
00:22:47 Breakout Box
00:25:54 Patching Examples
00:37:41 Conclusion
00:39:42 Outro (ISE-NIN Voice & VPME.DE QD)
Used Equipment: Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 12, Sony ZV-1, Rode Wireless ME, Universal Audio Apollo Twin Solo, Steinberg Cubase 14 and Final Cut Pro X"
Custom Gold Plated Yamaha DX7
video upload by 마스터뮤직_MasterMusic
Wait for it.
This one was spotted and sent in via supporting member Ivan Trajkovic aka dejayiwan.
SILENT MUTATION - Intellijel Multigrain x Befaco Oneiroi
video upload by FL3SHB4CK
"SILENT MUTATION
Intellijel Multigrain x Befaco Oneiroi
A dark ambient track, performed live on the 25/10/10
Multigrain is playing a Trepanator sample,
& Oneiroi looper another one.
Available on Bandcamp!
https://fl3shb4ck.bandcamp.com/track/...
Make some noise!"
The Sound of Berlin`s Take My Breath Away
video upload by RetroSound
"(c)2007-25 by RetroSound
supported by UVI: http://bit.ly/retrosound-uvi
One of my favorite tracks from the 80s.
Take My Breath Away by the group Berlin from the album: Count Three & Pray 1986
featured the Yamaha DX7 II, the Emulator II and the Linndrum
❤️ You can support the RetroSound channel: https://retrosound.creator-spring.com
This cover song series contains my own recreations of my favourite songs from the last 50 years. The original music from which I take inspiration belong to their respective owners. I recreate tracks only for personal passion and to pay homage to these tracks.
My intention is not to create covers that sound exactly like the original (if you want to hear identical sounds, please listen the original). It's more of an inspiration with my sounds from the old synthesizers from the past and of course the great appreciation for the original performers and producers."
Korg minilogue XD - Analogue synth VHS video
video upload by Cosmo Jones Music
"Another compilation of my Minilogue compositions set to VHS video clips.
You can hear my music & dj mashups on Bandcamp:
cosmojones dot bandcamp dot com
You can hear my dj mixes & radio shows on Mixcloud:
mixcloud dot com dot cosmojonesmusic
#korgminilogue #vhs #lofimusic"
Brussels School Diaries, Day 6 : "Draco" | original electronic music jam
video upload by No Lake
"'The Universe is under no obligation to make sense to you'. (Neil deGrasse Tyson)
As far as I'm concerned, 2025 will have been marked by the rise of a musical movement that defines me, that suits me. A movement that I arbitrarily named Brussels School, in a very unmodest homage to the Berlin School movement.
For me, electronic music must above all be a piece that takes you on a journey, a piece with a soul that tells a story, not a technical sound demo or some random AI soup...
So, let me remind you how I define this movement. And again, I'm not claiming it's new or exceptional; it's simply the style of electronic music I like to produce and listen to. The album in early 2026 will simply be the conclusion of all my work in 2025.
'Brussels School' can be defined in this way: "haunting and captivating electronic music. A fusion between trance music and electro-ambient. Hypnotic vibrations that transport you. A paradoxically warm and cold magnetism, a refined sound that lulls the listener into a long, minimalist, repetitive and yet captivating and trippy rhythm"
Headphones 🎧 recommended
My Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/artist/3MAeb...
My Bandcamp : https://nolake.bandcamp.com/"
Ambient session with Field Recording in Tokyo and Moog One : Road of umber 2025-10-17 by atnr
video upload by atnr
"A piece created with @MoogSynthesizers Moog One, @NordKeyboards Nord Lead, and field recordings from the streets of Tokyo — an ambient electronica work where simple, steady performances unfold amid the city’s diverse sounds.
The Moog One performs the harmony, while the Nord Lead plays the melody, processed with deep reverb using the @gfisys Specular Tempus.
The field recordings were captured with an iPhone, then edited in a DAW and processed with reverb, bit reduction, and delay effects."
Eminent Solina String Synthesizer SN 0136882
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"Solina String Synthesizer (s/n 0136882) 1 of only 100 made, a combination of the their String Ensemble, and ARP's Explorer 1 monosynth. Good physical condition - check photos - but not fully operational. The strings work except there are issues with some G’s and F#’s (probably divider chips). The Synth section VCO is working but the filter has problems, which seems to be a faulty cutoff slider. The LFO is not working. So basically, the solo synth section is not working. 220V version (UK plug)."
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Yamaha CS60 SN 2246
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"Yamaha CS60 (s/n 2246) In very good condition with lid and music rest (no stand). All working well EXCEPT the ribbon is not working."
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"Yamaha CS60 (s/n 2246) In very good condition with lid and music rest (no stand). All working well EXCEPT the ribbon is not working."
Clavia Nord Modular
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Moog Grandmother Semi-Modular Analog Keyboard Synthesizer
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