Tech House on M8 Tracker Model:02 & MPKmini : Selectable 2025-10-05 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created with ‪@Dirtywave‬ M8 Tracker Model:02 and ‪@Akai_Pro‬ MPKmini. Tech house where even kicks and intricate synth tones pass through filters and delay.

The MPKmini is used to control the M8 via Ableton’s MIDI thru. The knobs on the MPK control the filter cutoff of the synth tones and the DJ filter cutoff.
The keyboard is used to play the M8’s MACROSYNTH, with the arpeggiator turned on to generate detailed phrases."

Mixing it up w/ Zeptocore, AudCalc & Dirtywave M8

video upload by Arman Bohn

"Chill generative beats...

Using the M8 to randomly sound off drone-ish sine waves with some of the new 'shimmer' reverb in the latest firmware.

Zeptocore is synced to M8 via MIDI clock and providing some chopped samples I fed it.

AudCal is running three different sounds that I'm triggering by hand. I created a pattern of notes on each of the sound/channels to help me differentiate which one was selected."

Dirtywave M8 Tracker Model:02 solo IDM : Osmotic 2025-09-27 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created with the ‪@Dirtywave‬ M8 Tracker Model:02. IDM where beats and synth phrases intertwine.

The beat is constructed using the Sampler. High-frequency sine tones are generated with the FMsynth.

The main chords are played on the Hypersynth with filtering applied.

The bassline uses the MACROSYNTH’s CSAW waveform with a low-pass filter. The flute-like sound in the latter half also comes from the MACROSYNTH.

In performance, I mainly manipulate the filters and delay of each sound. At times, I also tweak the DJ filter."

Dirtywave M8 Tracker Model:02 & Buchla Music Easel : DOF 2025-09-20 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created with ‪@Dirtywave‬ M8 Tracker Model:02 and ‪@buchlausa‬ Music Easel. Electronica where phrases shift and evolve through micro-loops.

The Music Easel receives MIDI sequences from the M8 Tracker, while its sliders are used to modulate oscillators. The output is processed through ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MKII with micro-loop, delay, and reverb effects, creating variations in the phrases.

On the M8, rhythm parts and harmonies are played. In LIVE MODE, phrases are switched while occasionally tweaking the synth filter."

M8 Track Model:02 solo IDM performance : New facility 2025-09-18 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created with the ‪@Dirtywave‬ M8 Tracker Model:02. IDM/electronica where sampled voices are screwed and warped into the mix.

The vocal samples are loaded into the Sampler and played back with pitch shifts.

The main harmony is performed on Hypersynth, with chords switching throughout."

Ambient w/ M8 Tracker Model:02 : Iron and Caves 2025-09-17 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created with ‪@Dirtywave‬ M8 Tracker Model:02, ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, and piano. Ambient electronica built from floating electronic tones and piano.

The piano is played on the YAMAHA CP88, layering the dry signal with processed sound through the ‪@HologramElectronics‬ MICROCOSM. On the MICROCOSM, a looper is used to record phrases live and play them back in loops.

On the M8 Tracker, the DJ Filter cutoff is gradually reduced toward the end.

The Prophet-10 performs long-release synth pads, processed with reverb from the ‪@strymon‬ blueSky."

M8 Tracker Model:02 MIDI SYNC with MU15 : Stroll 2025-09-15 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created with ‪@Dirtywave‬ M8 Tracker Model:02 and YAMAHA MU15. Electronica where repeating phrases gradually transform through filtering and glitch effects.

The MU15 is sequenced from the M8 via MIDI, with its output processed through ‪@strymon‬ NIGHTSKY for reverb and filtering.

The M8’s output is routed into the ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MKII, where micro-loops are used to glitch the phrases."

M8 Tracker Model:02 solo performance : Stagnation 2025-09-14 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"Ambient electronica created with the ‪@Dirtywave‬ M8 Tracker Model:02.

The track is composed entirely using the M8’s built-in sampler and synths. The main sustaining pad was made with Hypersynth, with each part’s tone evolving through filter modulation."

M8 Tracker Model:02 & MOOD MKII : Dream on the palm 2025-09-13 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created with the ‪@Dirtywave‬ M8 Tracker Model:02. Abstract beat electronica progressing with glitch-infused textures.

The track was produced on the M8 Tracker Model:02, then performed through the ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MKII with added micro-loops, reverb, and pitch-shift effects.

Beats are mainly triggered using the M8’s Sampler. The main chords are also played by loading synth samples into the Sampler.

At times, the DJ Filter cutoff on the M8 is adjusted during performance."

ASTROGENIC HALLUCINAUTING Kerr County Benefit 080925

video upload by thenoiztemple

"080925 Old Town Spring - Spring, Texas
Astrogenic Hallucinauting performing a live tek-noiz set at the Benefit for the Kerr County Flood Victims. This show was put together by some fellow synth and noiz musicians with help from Ozmotic Records and Simply Texas Gourmet Foods.

Please donate to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund:
https://cftexashillcountry.fcsuite.co...

Kerr County Flood Relief Fund
The Kerr County Flood Relief Fund supports urgent relief and long-term rebuilding after the devastating floods of July 4, 2025. Your generosity helps neighbors across our region recover and rebuild.

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country—a 501(c)(3) public charity based in Kerrville—will directly distribute funds to vetted local organizations providing rescue, relief, recovery services and flood assistance. The Fund will support impacted communities including Boerne, Hunt, Ingram, Kerrville, Center Point and Comfort.

All donations are tax-deductible, and you will receive a receipt for your gift.
--
The Kerrville, Texas floods in July 2025 were caused by a combination of heavy rainfall and the area's terrain. Tropical moisture from the remnants of Tropical Storm Barry combined with a slow-moving low-pressure system and a mesoscale convective vortex (MCV) to produce intense, localized rainfall over the Texas Hill Country. The rugged terrain, combined with dry, drought-stricken soils, meant that the rain ran off quickly into rivers and streams, causing rapid flooding. The Guadalupe River, in particular, experienced a historic rise in water levels.
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noiz circuit:
Dirtywave M8 x 2
Dirtywave M8 mkii
FaderFox PC12
FaderFox MX12
erm MIDIclock
Korg KP3+ x 2
1010music BlueBox
--
website:
http://manipulate.net"

Shibasaki MOD - Tokyo set song #7

video upload by Arman Bohn

"Song #7 from my set at Shibasaki MOD in Tokyo, April, 2025.

The MT32-pi starts it off by playing some noise samples I collected with my SOMA Ether. Those samples are being sequenced and panned (via CC LFO) by the Phantasmal Force - which is sending clock to everything.

Next, I bring in a percussive pattern in 7/8 on GREAT CONJUNCTION. I randomize some of the instruments throught creating some nice robotic textures.

After I get going, I use the Phantasmal Force to unmute different instruments (drums/synths/bass) on the Dirtywave M8.

The Prismatic Spray MKii is is layered in with some hi-hat sounding bytebeat noise, retriggered in tempo by the Phantasmal Force."

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Bossfighter Win (MEGASYSTEM live audiovisual remix)

video upload by LucaTronico

"A high-energy battle music remix inspired by old-school arcade boss themes.
This live set blends synthesizer performance with reactive glitch visuals, amplified by audience gameplay on retro consoles. No loops, no edits — just raw chaos.

Megasystem Live – June 20 @ El Sótano Analógico
Chiptune & retrowave performanec + real-time glitch visuals powered by CRTs and classic consoles.
Audience gameplay influences both visuals and music. Total chaos, fully live.

🧠 Instruments: Dirtywave M8 · Roland MC-101 · Teenage Engineering OP-Z
🎛️ Visuals: Video Glitch System (Oliver Behrmann)
🎮 Interaction: Classic consoles hacked into the AV chain
Original music theme not owned by me :)

🔗 Stay Connected:

📷 Follow my musical explorations on Instagram: / luca.tronico
🌐 More info about me: https://lucatronico.w.link/"

3D Galax Cover (MEGASYSTEM live remix)

video upload by LucaTronico

"Space shooter nostalgia meets analog chaos.
This cover of a 3D Galax-style track gets the full MEGASYSTEM treatment: live chiptune performance + retro CRT visuals glitching in real time as the audience plays.

Megasystem Live – June 20 @ El Sótano Analógico
Chiptune & retrowave performanec + real-time glitch visuals powered by CRTs and classic consoles.
Audience gameplay influences both visuals and music. Total chaos, fully live.

🧠 Instruments: Dirtywave M8 · Roland MC-101 · Teenage Engineering OP-Z
🎛️ Visuals: Video Glitch System (Oliver Behrmann)
🎮 Interaction: Classic consoles hacked into the AV chain
Original music theme not owned by me :)

🔗 Stay Connected:

📷 Follow my musical explorations on Instagram: / luca.tronico
🌐 More info about me: https://lucatronico.w.link/"

Shibasaki MOD - Tokyo set song #6

video upload by Arman Bohn

"My synths and device can be found here:
https://distropolisgoods.com/

Song #6 from my set at Shibasaki MOD in Tokyo, April, 2025.

Droning ...

The Dirtywave M8 is playing randomized, droning chords.

The Prismatic Spray MKii is providing some heavily filtered, low end chaos via two bytebeat algorithms (one left/one right).

I'm using the Phantasmal Force Micro MIDI controller as a "keyboard" to play and hold single notes on the MT32-pi (which is running a soundfont set to a electric piano instrument).

All of this is routed through the NTS-3 for some reverb."

Shibasaki MOD - Tokyo set song #5

video upload by Arman Bohn

"My synths and device can be found here:
https://distropolisgoods.com/

Song #5 from my set at Shibasaki MOD in Tokyo, April, 2025.

A short interlude.

The Phantasmal Force is sending four generative sequences to the MT-32 pi, triggering some sound fonts. It is also sending multiple CC LFOs to the NTS-3 to modulate the delay settings - creating a warbly "underwater" feel.

The Prismatic Spray MKii is droning on a nice spiral visual.

I'm playing GREAT CONJUNCTION with the Phantasmal Force as well - using a button in NOTE MODE and turning the knob to play notes within Mixolydian/C."

Symphony of a Forgotten Sprite (MEGASYSTEM live cover)

video upload by LucaTronico

"A live reinterpretation of Symphony of a Forgotten Sprite, performed using portable synths and real-time CRT glitch visuals.
The visuals are generated through modified retro consoles and analog setups that react to gameplay and music — creating a one-of-a-kind performance experience.

🎮 Music: Cover performed live with Roland MC-101
📺 Visuals: CRT stack + video glitch system reacting to classic game signals

Megasystem Live – June 20 @ El Sótano Analógico
Chiptune & retrowave performanec + real-time glitch visuals powered by CRTs and classic consoles.
Audience gameplay influences both visuals and music. Total chaos, fully live.

🧠 Instruments: Dirtywave M8 · Roland MC-101 · Teenage Engineering OP-Z
🎛️ Visuals: Video Glitch System (Oliver Behrmann)
🎮 Interaction: Classic consoles hacked into the AV chain
Original music theme not owned by me :)"

Wave (Oberheim TEO-5 + Dirtywave M8 Tracker)

video upload by The Way Up

"This super lush track means many things to me, but one thing it definitely isn't not is a soundtrack to an imaginary scene at the end of an 80s movie about a grizzled, tired cop (Tom), who after years chasing his nemesis, the charming criminal, Dan. After fate brings them together as unwitting partners and against all odds, friends, they manage to defeat a cartel who would threaten the entire city. After narrowly prevailing, our heroes end on a beach. As they breath sighs of relief and feel the warm sun on their skin, a realization dawns on them—their natural partnership is at an end. Dan smiles at Tom, and though just 48 hours earlier, Tom would have gladly cuffed him, and they exchange a knowing look of respect and slowly walk away, knowing they'll never see each other again.

Most of the synth parts on this were the TEO-5, with a few parts from the M8's internal engines, plus some nice classic drum machine samples."

End (Dirtywave M8 Tracker + TEO-5)

video upload by The Way Up

"Managed to snag a TEO-5 just in the nick of time before tariffs hit and it jumped in price. I've been eyeing it for a while - I love that lush Oberheim sound, and it's amazing for synthwave, ambient, and dark wave sounds. All synths here were from the TEO-5, sampled and edited a bit on the M8. Threw a bit of ozone on at the end."

The M8 Tracker Is Absolutely Unstoppable

video upload by EZBOT

"The M8 Tracker is my all-time favorite portable groovebox. I've used it in several commercial productions and plan to use it for many more that are already in the pipeline. Why do I love it? Its workflow lets me program music in a linear song format—without the scope creep and clicky mania that comes with working in a DAW. For anyone who wants to write a song without being tied to a computer, there's no instrument I recommend more than the M8 Tracker by Dirtywave. Today we explore some new BETA features that really do up the power this tiny box has to offer."

EZBOT resources available at https://www.patreon.com/ezbot

AudioCookbook Live: Volume 6

video upload by John C.S. Keston

"AudioCookbook Live Volume 6 features Erik Tinberg (https://eriktinberg.com/) performing a piece on two Dirtywave M8 trackers and John C.S. Keston performing Rhodonea. Big thatnks to Charles for running the cameras / stream.

00:00 Talking: Introductions
02:26 Performance: Erik Tinberg
18:30 Talking: Discussions
22:00 Performance John C.S. Keston
30:42 Talking: Post performance Q&A

More about this event here https://audiocookbook.org/acb-live-vo..."