How to Start Tracks: Fourm + Microcosm into Digitakt 2

video upload by Sineway

"Fourm into Microcosm into Digitakt II – how I built a beat from nothing, faster than I expected.

In this video I build a beat from scratch using a brand-new setup: Sequential Fourm into Hologram Microcosm, captured and shaped on the Digitakt II.

Instead of treating effects as something you add at the end, I’m using the Microcosm as an idea generator - letting it transform a simple init patch into something that suggests harmony, rhythm, and direction very early on.

This is the first time I’ve made a track with this exact setup, and I was honestly surprised by how quickly it led to usable musical ideas.

The goal here isn’t to finish a track. It’s to show how I like to start - how I go from nothing to a beat that feels worth exploring further.

If you’ve ever felt stuck looping the same pattern without knowing where to take it next, this video sets up the foundation for what comes after. I’ll continue from this exact loop in the next video, where I focus on breaking out of the single-loop deadlock and opening things up into multiple patterns and directions."

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:35 My setup
00:56 Making a track from scratch
01:17 Quick overview of the Hologram Microcosm

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Manatee Synth Tutorial 2 - Generator, Sub-oscillator, Play modes

video upload by Fred's Lab

"Welcome to the second Manatee tutorial!

In this video, we will talk about the Fred's Lab Manatee sound sources!
You will learn how to build up the raw timbre for your custom sounds.

Covered are the fundamentals and the extra parameters of the spectral generator and maker, the sub-oscillator and the various available play modes for a part. The glide, tremolo and vibrato functions are also demonstrated.

Background music: 'Eletrosamba' by Quincas Moreira - YouTube Audio Library"

Manatee Synth Tutorials

Thomas Dolby signs a Minimoog Voyager XL! Enter BMF Raffle to Win This One-of-a-Kind Synthesizer!

video upload by moogfoundation

"Enter to win a rare Minimoog Voyager XL signed by Thomas Dolby: https://bit.ly/ThomasDolbyVoyagerXL

Step inside the world of analog synthesis as we sit down with legendary electronic musician and sound designer Thomas Dolby, exploring the power and personality of Moog instruments.

A gorgeous Minimoog Voyager XL synthesizer is the grand prize for the Bob Moog Foundation's 2026 winter raffle which ends February 23. It bears Thomas Dolby's signature near the Minimoog 40th Anniversary name plate, a value of $7,500.

Help us carry Bob's legacy forward to inspire future generations through the intersection of science, music, history, and innovation."

🌐 Visit the Bob Moog Foundation: https://www.moogfoundation.org

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SOFIA SYNTH SYMPOSIUM - EVENT RECAP + NEXT EDITION INVITATION

video upload by Sofia Synth Symposium

"Relive the highlights from the latest Sofia Synth Symposium, hosted in the inspiring Resonator space in Sofia - a venue that perfectly matched the energy, curiosity, and sonic experimentation of the community.

This recap captures an intense weekend filled with synth exploration, modular discoveries, lectures, workshops, and live performances, bringing together artists, builders, and sound enthusiasts from across Europe and beyond.

In this video you’ll see highlights from:
• The Resonator space and exhibition area
• Exhibitors including LOVE Synthesizers, Rides in the Storm, SOMA Laboratory, Backpullver Software
• Lectures and workshops by Carmen Rizzo, Ivan Shopov, Sound Ninja Academy
• Demos, performances, and community moments

NEXT SOFIA SYNTH SYMPOSIUM - SAVE THE DATE
The next edition of Sofia Synth Symposium will take place on
June 12–14, 2026 in Sofia, Bulgaria

Whether you’re a visitor, musician, producer, DIY builder, or exhibitor, you’re invited to be part of the next gathering.

Join us as:
• A visitor - explore cutting-edge gear, talks, and performances
• An exhibitor - showcase your instruments, software, or ideas to an engaged international audience

For upcoming programme details, tickets, and exhibitor applications, visit:
https://www.synthsymposium.com

Thanks for watching and supporting the synth community - see you at the next Sofia Synth Symposium.

#SofiaSynthSymposium #ResonatorSofia #ModularSynth #LOVEsynthesizers #SOMALaboratory #RidesInTheStorm #BackpullverSoftware #CarmenRizzo #IvanShopov #SoundNinjaAcademy #MusicTech #ElectronicMusic #MusicGearExpo"

Trivium: VCF/VCA/Envelope combo from Weston Precision Audio & Trovarsi

video upload by CatSynth TV

"LA-based electronic music composer/artist Trovarsi takes us on a tour of Trivium, a new module developed in collaboration with Weston Precision Audio, at Buchla & Friends 2026. Trivium combines a multi-state filter, VCAs, and two envelopes in one compact unit. The idea is combine these functions into a smaller space, thus freeing up space in a live modular setup for other modules unique to the artists' creative needs.

Weston Precision Audio
https://www.westonaudio.com/
Trovarsi
https://www.trovarsiofficial.com/

0:00 Introduction
0:19 Trivium
2:07 Background and context
3:57 Conclusion
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CROW HILL Introduces Vaults GLASS BEAKER - Free

video upload by CROW HILL

"In this video Theo takes us through the next instalment in our FREE plugin range called Vaults - Beaker. Can a big old bit of glass from a homewares shop really make a beautiful sounding instrument. It can if it's recorded at Gorbals Sound in Glasgow and performed by our founder Christian Henson. A testament to what sampling enables us and you to do, make beautiful sounds and music with nothing more than a bit of imagination and care."

Press release follows:

The Crow Hill Company creates …GLASS BEAKER as latest …VAULTS virtual instrument, free for all to download and make music with no formal training

EDINBURGH, UK: The Crow Hill Company is proud to announce availability of VAULTS - GLASS BEAKER as the latest downloadable drop in its free virtual instrument collection, created from thecnotion that music need not necessarily begin with formal training, specialist instruments, or expensive tools but instead it comes from working directly with sound — specifically, placing a microphone in front of a simple object and exploring what happens through touch, movement, and experimentation, the resulting tone of which feels familiar but resists easy identification, sitting somewhere between a glockenspiel and a celeste without being either — as of February 2…

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Audio Synthesis on RP2350

video upload by Ghost In Translation

"All the sounds in this video are generated from my 2 modules that I designed around Pico 2 (RP2350) : Drone and DS1, they are visible on the front row.

On these I use the port of Teensy's audio Library for Pico:
https://github.com/ghostintranslation...

Drone is the main voice here, a Drone with 4 voices with a few algorithms to choose from. DS1 is a drums module that can do many drums but only one at a time.

The RP2350 is capable of audio synthesis while reading inputs, and controlling outputs such as LEDs and more. It is much less powerful than the Teensy 4 and cannot run very complex sketches but here it shows how capable it is.

All of my designs are open source, these modules are based on the v2 of my Motherboard, I still need to update the repos but you can find everything here:
https://github.com/ghostintranslation

And I share content regularly here:
/ ghostintranslation"

Oxi one | Moog Matriarch | Novation Peak | Ambient live set

video upload by Onyx track

Novation Launchpad Pro | Scarlett 2i2 - Live Looping (Ambient Chillout)

video upload by Stefan Torto

"A special jam for the 40th anniversary of Focusrite using a Scarlett 2i2 interface
and Novation Launchpad Pro.
Powered by Bon Studio
https://eshop.bonstudio.gr/

My music : https://stefantorto.bandcamp.com/
Get my sample packs : https://www.stefantorto.com/sample-packs
Website : https://www.stefantorto.com"

VGM #222: Aria Math // Minecraft (Atmospheric Synthwave Cover)

video upload by Amie Waters

"Something about the new year and winter makes me drawn to cover the cozy songs from Minecraft."

◈ BANDCAMP: https://amiewaters.bandcamp.com

Some synth spotting:

Sequential Prophet-6 & REV2
DSI Tempest
Sonicware ELZ1
Elektron Digitone
Teenage Engineering OP1
Roland JU-6
Yamaha Reface DX

Moog Subsequent 25 Vintage Analog Vibe! Synthesizer Minimoog Rik Marston

video upload by Rik Marston Official

Synthesizer Demo by Rik Marston
*Watch in HD!* *NO Talking!* *Turn it up!*
My Etsy store: AhnyxianSoundDesign
https://www.etsy.com/shop/AhnyxianSou...

Dawless Techno Groovebox Jam | Novation Circuit Tracks & Rhythm

video upload by Underground Modulation

"In this video, I perform a dawless techno groovebox jam using a powerful Novation Circuit combo setup. This track is built entirely on hardware, delivering an energetic and hypnotic techno sound.

The jam features two grooveboxes working together:

🎛 Novation Circuit Tracks – rhythm and melodic elements
🎛 Novation Circuit Rhythm – rhythm, melodic parts, and custom samples

Both Circuit grooveboxes perfectly complement each other, blending digital sequencing, drums, and melodies into a tight live performance. Everything is sequenced dawless on the Circuits, creating a hands-on techno workflow with a raw, live feel. Final mastering is done in Ableton Live to polish the sound."

Take something - SQF - Vermona PerFourmer - Digitone 2 - Sub37

video upload by SQF

"DN2 drums
Roland S-1 on chords
Sub37 with some arp leads (a few program changes along the way)
GS Music e7 (multi mode, so I'm using several of the 4 multi-patches at once)
Vermona PerFourmer on bass and nastiness."

Couple's night - Synth style

video upload by

"Maybe one day I'll record this track...."

Roland Aira TR-6S as FM Drum Machine

video upload by ghostradioshow

"100% Built-in FM Sound. Enjoy:)

#roland #rolandaira #tr6s"

MetaModule Tutorials: Pitch Shifted Delay

video upload by 4ms Company

"You can view the patch notes here and download the files to try it out: https://forum.4ms.info/t/pitch-shifte..."

Yamaha MODX6+ 61-Key Workstation Keyboard Synthesizer

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Elektron Octatrack MKII Performance Sampler

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Make Noise Strega Desktop Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer

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Vintage Korg Lambda ES-50 48 Key Polyphonic Synthesizer SN 234587

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via this eBay listing

"***has some issues. Please read fully before purchasing.

I'll start by saying the ENSEMBLE section of this synth sounds incredible and works 100%. The ENSEMBLE section is where the Brass, Strings, Chorus (think synth choir, not a chorus effect), and organ sounds are found. These are the bread and butter of this synth. Huge, fat sounds found in this section, and they all work excellently.

The PERCUSSION section is where the more "transient" sounds are found and they all work on each of the 4 settings (Electric Piano, Clavi, Piano and Harmonics). However, the "B" key in each octave either doesn't sound at all, or just makes a faint sound that is not at all like the others. The "TREMOLO" effect in the PERCUSSION section does not work at all, and if you select it, it effectively mutes all the sounds in the percussion section.

The Chorus modulation on the stick is very very faint, and sometimes not really audible at all. The pitch bend however works flawlessly, and the spring to return it to center is in tact and working 100%. The "CHORUS/PHASE" effect buttons work but the effect sounds underwhelming, but it does work. I don't know enough about the architecture of this keyboard, but I'm assuming the CHORUS/PHASE effect buttons and the CHORUS PHASE control on the stick are related.

Everything else works like it should. And even with these "issues" named above, this is still a very functional synth with some killer sounds that just don't sound like anything else.

Fully polyphonic! ALL notes. Its wild.

Cosmetically it is in very nice condition. There is one light colored scratch down the left side of the wood case (pictured).

I have not made any attempt to service this keyboard. Therefore, this could be a simple contact cleaning for some of these issues to restore some, if not all of its original functionality."

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