Velocité - full album (Mike Oldfield meets Air & Tame Impala)

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"Inspired by the fluid energy of Tangerine Dream, the layered elegance of Mike Oldfield, and the dreamlike pulse of Air and Tame Impala, this album explores the strange intersections of speed and stillness.

Velocité is a deep, cinematic dive into motion, memory, and momentum—an hour-long journey shaped by analog synths, ambient textures, and hypnotic rhythms.

Created live and mixed with obsessive attention to detail, Velocité captures that fleeting feeling of being in transit—somewhere between the past and the future. Best experienced in one uninterrupted listen.

Composed, mixed and mastered by Caught In Joy. Karol Pokojowczyk uses Bitwig, Moog One, Moog Matriarch, Prophet-10, 3x Moog Mavis, TipTop Buchla modules, Make Noise Strega, Strymon Magneto, Arturia V-Collection and an army of guitar pedals. Performed and recorded live on tape with TEAC 80-8.

Timeline:
00:00:00 - 1. Velocité
00:10:16 - 2. Clockwork Pastoral
00:17:11 - 3. Microfilm Memory
00:26:36 - 4. Carbon Copies of You
00:28:12 - 5. Cigarettes and VU Meters
00:36:02 - 6. Beta Tape Ballet
00:44:34 - 7. Elevator to the Ether Pt.1
00:51:29 - 8. Elevator to Ether Pt.2
00:59:09 - 9. Terminal Lounge"

NAMM 2025: MicroKits Synthasettte and BananaSynth

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"At this year's NAMM, we caught up with David from MicroKits who demonstrated their *Syntheset*, a compact cassette-sized synthesizer that's been in production for the past few years. David explained that the Syntheset features a touch pad with 13 notes, an octave up function, and tuning adjustments. Notably, it includes clips that allow you to connect conductive objects, such as die-cast cars or play-doh, turning them into musical notes.

David also teased the development of the BananaSynth, MicroKits' next product, which will be banana-shaped with additional features. The company, based in Charlottesville, Virginia, has been setting up manufacturing facilities, allowing David to focus on new designs. He expressed enthusiasm about creating synthesizers in fun shapes with beginner-friendly features, emphasizing the joy of transforming everyday objects into musical instruments.

More Info:
[MicroKits Website](https://microkits.net)"

A live composed Berlin School album with synths:: Replicant's memory

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"A live composing session for Replicant's Memory, a glimpse into how the album came together, with all the sounds and ideas unfolding in real time.

If you like these kind of Berlin School and synths vibes check out the full album:"

Berlin School and Ambient Vibes – Live Snippets from Pluto album

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"The sonic world of Pluto analog synthesizers album:: live snippets and performances of Berlin School and ambient vibes that kind of define the album. Whether you're a fan of Berlin School music, ambient soundscapes, or just curious about the creative process, here's a glimpse into the journey behind Pluto. Let me know your favorite moment in the comments – your feedback means the world to me!

🔗 Listen to Pluto on Bandcamp:


Timeline:
00:00 - Accensione notturna
00:43 - Pluto
15:20 - Fragile
19:09 - Echoes from the ninth planet
20:33 - The blue world beyond"

Ambient Eurorack (Strega, Buchla/TipTop, STO, Vector Sequencer) | Snowdrops blooms

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"'Snowdrops Blooms' is an ambient Eurorack session featuring the warm tones of Strega, Buchla/TipTop modules, Make Noise STO, and the Vector Sequencer. The piece unfolds slowly, layering soft sounds that capture a peaceful, wintery atmosphere. This track is part of the Modular Forest album, where each performance explores the beauty of analog synths recorded live.

Full album: https://caughtinjoy.bandcamp.com/albu..."

Alone Among The Moons | Chillwave Analog Synths Jam

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"Escape the noise and drift into serenity with my latest performance, 'Alone Among The Moons,' from my new album Out Of Nowhere on Bandcamp. This track is all about creating a calm, introspective atmosphere with the warm, analog sounds of the Moog One and Prophet-10 synthesizers.

There's something deeply restorative about the organic, hand-played nature of analog synths—especially when recorded to tape. The sound becomes a living, breathing entity, full of subtle imperfections and richness, providing a calming backdrop for deep relaxation. Whether you're winding down after a long day or looking to reset your mind, this jam offers the perfect escape.

Tracked live to tape, this performance captures the purity of the moment, unedited and raw, allowing you to connect deeply with each note as it flows in real time.

🎧 **Listen to 'Alone Among The Moons' and grab the album on Bandcamp**: Don't miss out on my entire discography—now 90% off!

https://caughtinjoy.bandcamp.com/

With gratitude and joy,
Caught In Joy"

Moog One Presets Pack Vol. 4 by Caught In Joy

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"Introducing Moog One custom sounds Presets Volume 4 by Caught In Joy. Most of the patches consist of more than one layer/timbral. Perfect for Berlin School, electronica and synthwave.

Get it at: https://caughtinjoy.com/products/moog...

Moog One to me is a real king of the unique sonic landscapes. Through my sound design choices and experimentation, I created presets that explore new sonic territories, revisit the old ones and push the boundaries of what the Moog One can do. By combining different synthesis techniques, modulation routings, and unconventional settings, you can uncover unique and captivating sounds that are not typically found in factory presets. A lot of presets were inspired by the pioneers of electronic music: Tangerine Dream, Isao Tomita, Richard Barbieri, Jean Michel-Jarre, Vangelis, Klaus Schulze's and Edgar Froese's solo works and Amiga demo scene.

I hope these distinctive sonic landscapes will make your feel special and will inspire you to compose more music.

All patches are compatible with the Moog One Firmware v. 1.5.0 and up. Terms apply."

Dark Star - Psychedelic Synths, Maschine finger drumming and Guitars Jam on Tape

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"✨✨✨ NEW ALBUM OUT NOW on Bandcamp**: https://caughtinjoy.bandcamp.com

Here's a first single from my new album called 'Out Of Nowhere'. Embark on a cosmic journey with 'Dark Star' jam, where psychedelic synths, groovy guitar riffs, and analog tape recording come together to create an otherworldly soundscape. This track is a deep dive into space rock, blending the rich textures of Moog One, Moog Matriarch, and Prophet-10 synthesizers with live guitar and finger drumming on the Maschine.

Everything you hear was recorded live to an 8-track 1/2" reel-to-reel TEAC 80-8, passed through the warm, analog sound of the TEAC Model 5A console. This session is pure, unfiltered analog magic—capturing the raw energy of live performance in its truest form.

Every listen, share, and purchase helps keep the music alive. Your support means the world to me!
Thank you for being a part of this journey.

With cosmic gratitude,
Caught In Joy"

"Gravity Waves" | Groovy Guitars, Moog Synths on Analog Tape | Space-Themed Jam

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Drum & Bass Jam with Analog Synths - Connecting With the Stars

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"Join me on a cosmic drum & bass journey with "Connecting With the Stars," a high-energy jam from my new album "Out Of Nowhere." This track features an electrifying blend of deep basslines and rhythmic breaks, brought to life through the lush tones of the Moog One, Moog Matriarch, Moog Mavis, Prophet-10, and Maschine.

As I jam with all my favorite instruments, you'll experience the full power of analog sound, with each synth adding its own unique flavor to the mix. Recorded live, this performance captures the raw energy and spontaneity of the moment, making it a truly immersive experience.

Thank you for being part of this journey through sound and rhythm. Your support means the world to me.

With deep gratitude and joy,
Caught In Joy"

You can find addtional posts featuring Caught In Joy here.

Caught In Joy - New City (electronica synth jam)

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"Inspired by the classic electronica sounds here's a new synth jam called 'New City'. You can check out a fully produced track on my album 'me', links below.

Thank you so much for being a part of this musical adventure! 🎶"

https://caughtinjoy.bandcamp.com/

Berlin School live performance at home - "Analog crabs"

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"'Analog crabs' is my Berlin School electronic music performance from my latest album "La chica de la playa" out on Bandcamp: https://caughtinjoy.bandcamp.com/albu...

Playing the analog synthesizers, modular drum machines and guitar pedals in a Berlin School music style is like embarking on an electronic journey through time and space. As your fingers dance across the synthesizer's lush, vintage-style keys, you unleash a sonic universe that harkens back to the iconic soundscapes of the 1970s pioneers like Tangerine Dream, Klaus Schulze, and Jean-Michel Jarre.

I hope these analog warmth and organic textures will transport you to a sonic realm where pulsating sequencers guide your way through mysterious, cosmic landscapes on a rainy Berlin night.

All my recent songs are fully improvised and performed "dawlessly". Creating "dawless" electronic music in a home studio involves producing music without using a traditional Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Instead, hardware synthesizers, modular synths and effects are used to create, sequence, and manipulate sounds directly. This approach can provide a hands-on, tactile experience and encourage creativity by relying on physical gear rather than a computer interface. It allows for a more immediate and intuitive workflow, with real-time control over parameters, resulting in a unique sonic character.

Timeline:
0:00:00 Intro with Moog Mavis, Prophet-10 and Moog Matriarch
0:07:16 Moog One solo
0:11:28 Moog Matriarch ending solo

Playing Moog One, Moog Matriarch, Moog Mavis, Moog DFAM and Prophet-10.

If you appreciate music that helps you unwind or just old-school electronic sounds crafted with analog synthesizers, explore my extensive collection of 20+ albums on Bandcamp."

Caught In Joy's Moog One Presets Pack Vol. 1

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"The Moog One is often considered a "king of polysynths" due to several factors that make it highly regarded among synthesizer enthusiasts, it clearly stands out due to its unparalleled sound quality, achieved through the use of analog circuitry and high-quality components. Its three discrete analog VCOs per voice, along with powerful filters and modulation options, enable a vast sonic potential, allowing musicians to create rich, expressive sounds across a wide range of genres. Its versatility and depth make it a highly coveted instrument among professional musicians and sound designers.

Moog One to me is a real king of the unique sonic landscapes. Through my sound design choices and experimentation, I created presets that explore new sonic territories, revisit the old ones and push the boundaries of what the Moog One can do. By combining different synthesis techniques, modulation routings, and unconventional settings, you can uncover unique and captivating sounds that are not typically found in factory presets.

I hope these distinctive sonic landscapes will make your feel special and will inspire you to compose more music.

Here are 59 custom presets and patches for the Moog One (many of the patches consist of more than one layer/timbral, so there's actually way more than 59)."

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Playing Prophet 5/10 is like connecting with the past while exploring new sonic possibilities

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"Playing this Sequential Prophet 5 / 10 synthesizer is like connecting with the past while still exploring new sonic possibilities in music. Check out the full album Peaceful Days Echoes: https://caughtinjoy.bandcamp.com/albu..."

15-Minute Berlin School Suite | Moog Synths, Prophet 10 & Guitar Pedals | Peaceful Days Echoes

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"Hey everyone, it's Caught In Joy here, and I'm thrilled to share with you my latest musical creation! Join me as I take you on a 15-minute sonic journey with my Berlin School Suite, "Peaceful Days Echoes" right from the comfort of my home studio. 🏠🎹🎸🎛️

This suite is not only a musical journey but also a celebration of my 15th album release this year! It's been an incredible musical odyssey, and I wanted to make this release extra special. In this mesmerizing performance, I'll be showcasing my passion for electronic music and my love for analog synths. The suite features the Moog synths (Mavis, DFAM), the powerful Prophet 10, and an array of expressive guitar pedals. Together, they create a soundscape that embraces the spirit of the Berlin School style, with its dreamy sequences, ethereal textures, and timeless melodies.

'Peaceful Days Echoes' is a deeply personal piece, and it's a part of my recently released album of the same name. If you enjoy this suite, you can support me directly by checking out the full album on Bandcamp: https://caughtinjoy.bandcamp.com/albu.... Your support means the world to independent artists like me, and I'm incredibly grateful for every single listen and share.

This suite holds a special place in my heart and it also marks a significant milestone in my musical journey. You see, making music is not just my passion; it's my sole source of income. I made a courageous decision to quit all other jobs and dedicate myself fully to pursuing this artistic dream. Music has the power to connect us all, and every album I release brings me closer to my incredible audience, including you."

Synclavier Go! and Synclavier Pocket! for iOS Released

You can find some demos in the archives. The press release:

NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA: having turned heads and opened ears with a show-stopping showcase at The 2019 NAMM Show in Southern California, January 24-27, newly-formed Synclavier Digital is proud to announce availability of Synclavier Go! and Synclavier Pocket! — placing a re-creation of the seminal Synclavier® II Digital Synthesizer’s sound engine from which they take their names into the respective hands of iPad and iPhone/iPod Touch owners as awe-inspiring iOS apps, allowing all the famed FM (Frequency Modulation) and Additive (harmonic) synthesis capabilities to be brought forward forty years for all to musically marvel, at a fraction of the original’s prohibitive pricing thanks to today’s technology, while also effectively emulating the iconic instrument’s intuitive panels of easy-to-touch red backlit buttons and iconic control knob in easy-to-use user interfaces — as of March 5…

Put it this way: while the still-highly-coveted brand of Synclavier® — synonymous with high-end audio production technology that blazed a trail through the Seventies and Eighties before stalling in the Nineties — is in the midst of a galactic reboot, thanks to Nova Scotia-registered Canadian Corporation Synclavier Digital, established in 2018 to re-create a modern iOS-based version of the Synclavier® Digital Audio System, Synclavier Go!, its inaugural iPad offering, is far from being a clone, however... to all intents and purposes, it is a Synclavier®!

So how, exactly, did yesteryear’s trailblazing technology that commanded a princely six-figure sum end up available on Apple’s pocket-friendly iOS platform in true needs of the many outweighing the needs of the few style? Simply speaking, when New England Digital (NED) went bankrupt in the Nineties, technology finally having caught up with the cutting-edge company concerned, co-founder Cameron Jones — co-inventor of the Synclavier® — bought the intellectual propriety rights to the trailblazing series of synthesizers and digital audio systems sharing the notable name.

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