AKAI AX73 Demo | No Talking |

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Timeline
0:00 Intro
0:10 Horns-1
1:16 Bassman
2:03 Rocky Road
2:47 E.Piano
3:06 Electroclav3
4:03 Soft Horns
4:58 Horns Pad
6:30 Syn Brass
7:06 Strings 1
7:48 Luth
8:26 Clavitar
9:13 Syn Harp
10:05 Sust-Bass 3
11:15 Algo Ocurre!

Akai AX73 - The White Analog | Short edit reupload

video upload by Espen Kraft

"This track is done with the Akai AX73 analog synth from the mid 80s. All sounds are coming from it except the kick drum which is Roland TR-808. And the crickets?.... they've been recorded in my own garden with a Zoom H1.

This is a short edit of a longer video I once had on my channel about the AX73.

This track "Indian Summer" is part of my album "Dreams" from 2022.
https://espenkraft.bandcamp.com/"

💄 AKAI AX73 x Electra One💄 🎧 (no talking) 🎧

video upload by Cutoff Frequency - gear demos (no talking)

"This is a video demonstrating the sounds of the AKAI AX73.

I have this synth for many years now, but only recently it has completely opened up to me using the Electra One with the Tauntek firmware. This gives me all the controls at my fingertips instead of the single slider on the AX73. Sometimes the interface of a device simply hampers you in your creative process and then you don't use it that often. The AX73 is a phenomenal synth and totally underappreciated. I love the quirkiness and character of this synth. It is a beast of its own.

Thanks my love for playing so beautifully."

Unleashing the Forgotten Gem: Akai AX73 Sounds Pack for Korg Modwave

video upload by Ian Dixon

"Dive into the world of analog warmth with our latest sound pack for the Korg Modwave, featuring samples from the often-overlooked Akai AX73 synthesizer! With over 50 performances meticulously crafted from original AX73 multi-samples, this collection offers a diverse range of sounds, from deep basses to warm string textures and resonant filter sweeps.

🔗 Download Link: https://thedigitallifestyle.com/w/dow...

🛠️ How to Install:
1️⃣ Download the zip file
2️⃣ Unzip it
3️⃣ Import the bundle file into your Modwave, Modwave Rack, Modwave mkII, or Modwave Native
4️⃣ For existing sample banks, import the multi-samples from the "ID-AX73_V1/Multisamples" folder using the Korg Sample Editor
5️⃣ If you don't have a sample bank yet, open the 'Akai AX73 V1.korgbank' in the Korg Sample Editor and transfer it to your Modwave"

Akai MX73 MIDI Controller Keyboard SN 11125-01293

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Note the MX73, not AX73.

The listing states it's an analog synth, but according to this other listing on Reverb it's actually a MIDI controller:

"This vintage MIDI controller was released in 1986 alongside the AX73 analog synthesizer as part of Akai's professional series. The MX73 has a six-octave, semi-weighted keyboard with a simple, intuitive interface and an adjustable backlit display. It has 4 zones, 8 programmable controllers (4 sliders & 4 switches) along with pitch bend & mod wheels. "

Update: looks like I actually had one posted back in 2014.

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Akai AX73 Preset Playthough

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Akai AX73 Analog Synthesizer

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Resonant filters on 80s Akai samplers | How to do it

video upload by Espen Kraft

"The early S-samplers from Akai did not have resonant filters, but by hooking them up to Akai synths at the time you could still achieve it. The individual voices from the sampler goes out a special connector at the back called "Voice out". All the 80s Akai samplers features this connector. With the appropriate cable you took the output here and connected it to the "Sampler In" on one of the Akai synths of the time.
The Akai AX60, AX73, VX90 and VX600 has these "Sampler In" ports at the back. The AX80 does not, just so you're aware. The AX80 was Akai's first synth and it preceded their first sampler, the S612 and is in many ways the odd one in their catalogue."

Espen Kraft S700 videos

Akai AX73

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"The AX73 is a surprisingly good analog synthesizer that is still considered to be widely underrated and deserving of some recognition. It's a six voice analog synthesizer with an almost identical architecture to Akai's AX60 keyboard."

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Akai AX73 Analog Synthesizer w/ Parameter Reference Chart

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Akai AX 73 Synthesizer Voice Board

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"Akai AX 73 Synthesizer Voice Board #L1013A5040 without CEM IC's

Does NOT include CEM3394 IC's - Board tested in working order

Virtual Sound Technology - Akai Authorized Parts and Service since 1986
Large inventory of Akai Professional/Akai Digital 'Legacy' products parts."

You can find additional shots of the inside of an Akai AX73 posted back in 2011 here.

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AKAI AX73 & AX60 Overviews

Akai's AX73 // Modern Features, Vintage Sounds // 1986 Seems Dope video upload by Jorb

"An overview of my new favorites analog poly, Akai's AX73.

Akai AX73 Parameter Magnet : https://reverb.com/item/45506569-akai...

0:00 Intro / Overview
3:40 Patch Demos
11:42 Oscillator Programming
14:14 CEM3394 Mention
14:43 Pulewidth on EVERY WAVEFORM?!
18:14 Filter Programming
22:11 Envelope
25:13 Amp & LFO
28:05 Voice Modes
31:25 Midi Splits
34:03 Chorus
35:36 Conclusions"

Akai AX60 // What Makes it So Unique? // Patch Walkthrough & Breakdown

video upload by Jorb

"A hands on patch breakdown of the Akai AX60, one of my personal favorites.

Its a powerful, yet finnicky keyboard, and I do my best to demonstrate some of its most interesting qualities to help any interested parties. Hope it is of use to you!

I consider this to be sort of a technical companion piece to my Horror movie special, Resonant Screams : [posted here]

I mention the Tauntek mod, here's a link to where you can get it. I'm thinking of getting this, if you have any insight please share it! : http://www.tauntek.com/AX60.htm

I mention the sampler connectivity, here's a link to a video where espen craft covers this synth, and that function in detail : [posted here]"

Lo-Fi game music with old and new gear | Use imperfections to the full tutorial

video upload by Espen Kraft

"Making a lofi soundtrack type of music with some old analog gear and some new digital gear. Using stems to record on a portastudio to add lo-fi tape saturation and grit and the going back to the digital realm. Gear used: Akai AX73, Roland TR-808 for, Tascam 424, Antelope Audio Zen Go, Cubase."

Synthesizer Mysteries: Akai AX73

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First part:

The Synthesizer That Got Away: Akai AX-73

Akai AX73

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Akai AX73 SN 10555-07544

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AKAI AX73 Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer w/ Original Box

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Akai VX90 Analog Synthesizer

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"Akai VX90 rack mount analog synthesizer in excellent condition. The Akai VX90 is the rack version of the Akai AX73 analog keyboard."

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Akai VX90 Rackmount Analog Synthesizer SN 10445-33847

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"The Akai VX-90 is a 2U rack (velocity sensitive), 6 voice analog synthesizer, it is the rackmount version of (cumbersome) AX73, but much more RARE!

Featuring resonant low (24dB CEM) and high pass filters, dual envelopes, LFO, chorus, portamento, and MIDI. It is based on the CEM3398 chip, and has a 100% analog signal path."

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Input Modded Akai VX90 Analogue Synth with Midi SN 10955-13621

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"Akai VX90 Analogue Synth with Midi. This is the Sound Module version of the Akai AX73. A 6 Voice VCO/VCF synth that is also similar in sound to the AX60 but with Velocity Sensitivity.

This synth is fully working and sounds great. The overall condition is fairly good except for some minor scratches you would associate with its age. The display is a little dim like many older akai's but easily readable. There is some tape residue on the top of the synth as in the photo but with a bit of time and scrubbing could be removed if important to you.

An unusual feature of this synth is an input that allows you to connect to certain earlier Akai samplers such as the S900 and the S950 and use them as a 2nd oscilator, via an Akai DIN connector, for more unusual sound synthesis. However this module has been Modded to include an input jack that allows you to use any sampler ( which with the current prices of the S900/S950s is a good thing) or audio midi sound source as well. I have opened it up and the mod has been been done to a good standard and does not affect the other operations of the unit."

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