"A pre-owned Polyend Tracker Mini in very good condition. It comes with original packaging and accessories.
Manufacturer's description
Discover the ultimate portable music workstation with the Tracker Mini. Designed for seamless composition, sampling, sound design, and performance, this device offers an expanded 16-track sequencer alongside unique synth and drum machine engines for unparalleled flexibility. With support for 14 stereo tracks of USB Audio and USB MIDI, it's perfect for multi-track recording into a DAW or hybrid setups. Enjoy up to eight hours of battery life for on-the-go creativity, and keep your Tracker Mini safe with the included travel case. Whether in the studio or outdoors, the Tracker Mini empowers musicians to create, mix, master, and export their music effortlessly.
Synths and Drum Machines:
The Tracker Mini excels with four advanced synth engines and a new drum machine synth, focusing on superior sound quality. The intuitive Synth Patch Editor speeds up patch creation and customization, offering a vast range of sounds. From lush pads and intricate arpeggios to powerful basses and robust electronic drums, the Tracker Mini is a synth powerhouse that meets all your creative needs. Dive into ACD for iconic monosynth recreations, FAT for rich analog warmth, VAP for complex polysynth designs, and WTFM for unique FM synthesis. The PERC drum instrument covers everything from classic 808s and 909s to experimental glitch effects.
Studio in Your Hands:
The Tracker Mini provides everything required to produce an album. Start with an included sample pack or explore over 250 synth presets. Record your own sounds, convert samples to instruments, and resample synth engines. Control external devices seamlessly, whether crafting simple beats or complex compositions. Mix, master, and export your songs with ease, making the Tracker Mini an all-in-one solution for any musician. Compatible with projects from the original Tracker, you can begin a song in the studio and finish it on the go, ensuring flexibility and convenience in your music production process.
Breathe Life into Your Tracks:
Transform your surroundings into a musical canvas with the Tracker Mini’s high-quality microphone and onboard battery, offering up to eight hours of playtime. Capture sonic memories from a camping trip or your morning commute to create unique sample packs and drum kits. This portable device inspires creativity beyond the studio, enabling you to store, manipulate, and draw inspiration from real-world sounds. The Tracker Mini ensures that wherever inspiration strikes, you're equipped to turn those moments into music."
"Electronic artist & YouTuber: Sam posts videos about building unique audio gear and synthesizers, alongside original music and performances. He launched his channel in 2016 after previously fronting the indie band ZIBRA.
⚙️ DIY synth wizard: He’s known for creating unusual and inventive electronic musical devices using vintage technology — including a Furby-based organ, synthesizer bicycles, Game Boy oscillators, and more — that have gained millions of views online.
๐️ Museum founder: Sam also runs This Museum Is Not Obsolete, a space in Ramsgate, Kent (England) that showcases quirky analog tech repurposed in playful and musical ways.
๐ค Eurovision entrant: In 2026, he was selected to represent the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest under his Look Mum No Computer name — a high-profile recognition of his creativity and performance style.
In short, Sam Battle is a creative, experimental electronic musician whose blend of DIY tech, performance, and humour has built a strong global following.
"Surface32 is a groundbreaking, multitimbral control surface ecosystem that completely removes the friction between tactile hardware sound design and modern digital workflows. By seamlessly fusing a premium physical controller with a suite of synchronized software clients, Surface32 brings total bidirectional editing to the electronic musician's studio.
Surface32 is the system's brain. Featuring 36 continuous rotary encoders paired with 36 dedicated OLED screens, it holds up to 16 complete hardware synthesizer parameter sets (Instrument Definitions) in its memory at any given time. It bidirectionally updates your synthesizers and your software clients screens instantly, allowing you to work exactly how you want.
Surface32 operates on a dual-tier communication network. It talks to your hardware synthesizers using pure MIDI CC, NRPN, or SYSEX, while simultaneously communicating with the software clients using high-speed NRPN and SYSEX. If you turn a knob on the hardware, the software fader moves. If you move a software fader, the hardware OLED updates. All with zero feedback loops.
You can find the full technical specifications, architecture diagrams, and the different DAW/DAW-less workflows on synth_nyc here.
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."
"Sander Saarmets is an interdisciplinary composer, sound designer & electronic musician hailing from Estonia. Starting from the 2000's electronic scene of Tallinn, Saarmets has been on a constant sonic expedition that has led him to places like Taiwan, Sweden, France & Germany. He has studied electronic music at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre and is a proud member of the CoPeCo alumni.
"Like a small handful of other sample based drum machines of the mid 1980s, the Roland TR-707 is a punchy beatbox which still has a home in an electronic musician's toolkit. The sounds all sit wonderfully in a mix to this day, and the individual outputs make this a great machine for the most particular of producers.
This unit has been thoroughly tested, includes the M-64C memory cartridge and non-original power supply."
F*ck With Sound ships Break On Through and Bring It On, debuting dedicated DACS Audio brand with extraordinary Eurorack modules living up to noteworthy name
GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR, UK: having opened ears in October when debuting during the Bristol, UK-hosted Machina Bristronica 2025 event showcasing electronic music culture and technology, dedicated DACS Audio brand F*ck With Sound is proud to ship Break On Through and Bring It On — opening an absorbing new chapter in the award-winning high-performance, well-engineered product producer’s four-decade-spanning design and manufacturing history with a FET distortion unit (based on an extension of what was originally a microphone level limiter) and a ring modulator boasting a super-smooth sound, really low breakthrough, and switchable WEIGHT and EDGE controls (which will both be familiar to users of DACS Audio’s legacy FwS FREQue, much-lauded as a 2U rack-mount, two-channel ring modulator outboard effect), respectively, representing extraordinary Eurorack modules living up to the newly-launched brand’s noteworthy name — as of December 15…
As a FET distortion unit based on an extension of what was originally a microphone limiter, the basic circuit behind F*ck With Sound’s Break On Through module has been used — and abused! — by producers for years, more recently emulated as a plug-in, before being effectively adapted to join the ranks of the ever-expanding Eurorack marketplace. Maintains DACS Audio Managing Director Dr Douglas Doherty: “After reading about Soundtoys’ Devil-Loc plug-in, I was intrigued. We were looking for a distortion unit to go in a mic pre under development. I had heard about Tchad Blake’s work with the original Shure Level-Loc — particularly on drums, and this seemed like a bit of serendipity that had to be acted upon! The perfect fit. In the end, we didn’t proceed with the mic pre, but it was clear that this would be ideal for modular system users.”
Bringing Break On Through to market as a 14HP-sized Eurorack module — based on a classic analogue microphone limiter design that was, according to legend, hijacked by an electronics-savvy record producer, and used on numerous records for ‘breaking through’ with drums and percussion, particularly — was easier said than done, however. “As always, there were many hurdles,” admits Dr Douglas Doherty, before continuing: “The original circuit was for microphones, so it had to be upped for line level; it was single voltage rail, so had to be adapted for dual voltage rail; the interaction of the threshold and input gain needed some tweaking; and we wanted to adjust the release. After a few prototypes, we arrived at the current unit, which is very responsive and versatile. Control-wise, it has an input gain [IN GAIN] and a threshold setting, which we call BREAK; as well as the manual BREAK control, there is also a CV input [IN] to modulate the threshold. There is a variable RELEASE control that can produce some very interesting results, depending on the nature of the input. On the output, we also have gain [OUT GAIN], and a CV input [IN] to modulate the output level [GAIN MOD].”
Musically speaking, the end result “…is a brick wall limiter that can — by upping the input level — be pushed into distortion,” describes Dr Douglas Doherty, justifiably proud of the fact that F*ck With Sound successfully upgraded and updated the circuit concerned to produce a colouring block with a vast pallet. “With dynamic material such as drums, it can be set for only peaks to distort — the rest remaining clean. That quality was commented upon by a couple of distortion aficionados atMachina Bristronica.” Break On Through features — hitherto unmentioned — worth highlighting here include: LED indication for distortion; solid metal sleeve jacks for longevity and stability; and custom DACS Audio aluminium knobs.
"Absynth is back and better than ever. The legendary semi-modular synth built for evolving textures, immersive atmospheres, and expressive sound – now with new presets, a reimagined Mutator, Preset Explorer, surround sound and MPE support, plus much more."
And a few supporting member videos followed by the press release with images:
"Read my full review here: https://www.databroth.com/blog/absynt...
Join me December 12th at 9 AM PT in the Native Instruments discord as I live stream Absynth 6
1. Absynth 6 Review is Here: The King of Cloudy Pads Returns #absynth6 #absynth #nativeinstruments
"Native Instruments has finally released Absynth 6! In this exclusive first look review, we dive deep into the completely redesigned GUI, the new MPE capabilities, and the massive library of new presets Ocean Swift helped design.
After years of waiting, the legendary semi-modular synthesizer is back. As one of the external sound designers for this release, we've spent months exploring the new engine. In this video, we break down exactly what makes Absynth special and why the new UX modernization changes the game for sound designers and composers.
We cover everything from the new HD Mode and browsing workflow to the advanced envelope shapers that made Absynth famous - now easier to use than ever.
00:00:00 Absynth Is Back! 00:01:16 UX and UI Remake 00:03:15 Revamped Macros 00:04:22 MPE and PolyAT 00:06:22 New Synthesis 00:08:00 Browsing 00:08:27 New Presets 00:09:48 Get +780 Presets! 00:11:13 New Samples 00:13:10 In Love"
2. Absynth 6 - Design a Patch From Scratch | Layers, Clouds, Macros & Note FX #absynth6 #sounddesign
Along the way we explore the unique features that make Absynth special: working with all three layers, using per-layer envelopes, dialing in note-aware effects, assigning macros, shaping clouds and filters, and sprinkling in small tricks and workflow tidbits.
By the end of the video you’ll have a clear understanding of how to approach your own Absynth 6 patch design - whether you’re after cloudy pads, moving textures or more experimental tones.
If you’re just getting into Absynth 6 or want to go deeper than presets, this walkthrough will help you unlock the synth’s semi-modular possibilities and design your own signature sounds.
Press release follows:
Native Instruments makes things “Weird by Design” with the return of fan-favorite soft-synth Absynth 6
The semi-modular powerhouse, overhauled for a new generation of musicians, featuring full MPE polyphonic aftertouch, surround support and an AI-powered browser
"Dive deep into the Kodamo EssenceFM in this in-depth exploration of its powerful mod matrix and advanced FM synth capabilities. Whether you're into generative sequencing, experimental sound design, or building evolving patches inspired by systems like the Eagenmatrix, this tutorial-style walkthrough will show you how to unlock the full potential of this groundbreaking synthesizer.
In this video, we break down how the EssenceFM mod matrix works, how to route modulation sources creatively, and how to build expressive, dynamic, and even viral-worthy patches. From subtle modulation tricks to complex generative structures, you’ll learn techniques that apply not only to the EssenceFM but to any sound design synth, tracker-based workflow, or modular-inspired sequencing environment.
If you're a producer, synthesist, or electronic musician searching for hands-on FM synthesis guidance, sequencing ideas, or inspiration for advanced patching workflows, this video is for you. The Kodamo EssenceFM stands out as one of the most flexible FM instruments available today—perfect for deep modulation, generative soundscapes, evolving textures, and intricate performance setups.
Watch now to level up your sound design, master the EssenceFM mod matrix, and take your synth programming to new creative territory.
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"Diosynth - a powerful new wind synthesizer that combines the award winning Hydrasynth synthesis engine with new sample playback engine as well in an instantly familiar form factor utilizing mouthpiece with reed sensor for bite, breath sensor, gyroscope for positional sensing, true key action and a host of tactile controls . for more info please visit Ashunsoundmachines.com
Video by: @exploredinary
Starring/Original Music by: @joemarcelberry
Creative Direction: @danieltroberg
Product Specialist: @flux302
Product Design and Management: @glendarceyaudio
Animation by: @driensky_drawings
Styling and Movement Direction by: @toogiesaurus"
"Today at Ashun Sound Machines, we are proud to announce the Diosynth wind synthesizer.
The Diosynth is a new wind synthesizer designed for great playability and sound creation. With a real key action that is familier to most woodwind players it is easy to pick up and play. The Hydrasynth® based sound engine + the addition of a sample playback oscillator allows for deep synthesizer sounds as well as acoustic sound playing and processing.
In this video, CEO of Ashun Sound Machines, Glen Darcey, introduces you to the features of this amazing new electronic wind synthesizer instrument."
"The ASM Manager is a software librarian designed to ease organization of your Hydrasynth patches as well as updating your Hydrasynth firmware.
For more information please head to Ashunsoundmachines.com
Download the new Firmware and manager here https://www.ashunsoundmachines.com/do...
The new ASM Manager is a dedicated desktop application designed to simplify how users interact with their Hydrasynth. It replaces the original Hydrasynth Manager with a refreshed interface and smoother workflow, making sound management more efficient and intuitive.
Features include:
• A redesigned, user-friendly UI
• List View for streamlined patch browsing
• Patch Sorting by name, category, and color
• Search by patch name
• Color tagging directly within the browser
• Organize Favorites
• Integrated Hydrasynth Updater for simplified firmware installation
• Export of patch banks as Microsoft Excel® list files for easy referencing
Whether organizing sound libraries, performing updates, or customizing Favorites, ASM Manager enhances everyday interaction with Hydrasynth."
"The Diosynth from ASM brings powerful digital synthesis and sampling to a new generation of electronic wind performers, offering a deeply expressive wind synthesizer with a vast timbral range. Combining ASM's expansive synthesis engine design with sample playback, Diosynth is an electronic wind instrument that provides nuanced control over both acoustic and electronic sounds. Mechanical keys offer a premium playing experience that feels familiar for experienced wind players, with versatile fingering modes and quantization options to welcome players of any background. Over eight octaves of notes are provided for uncompromising range, with comprehensive expressive controls including breath and bite sensors, internal gyrometer, X/Y joystick, two pressure pads, and three programmable switches.
In your first moments with Diosynth, you can immediately immerse yourself in 384 patches including everything from traditional wind instruments, rare and unique sounds from around the world, and the vastly expansive internal synthesis engine based on ASM's acclaimed Hydrasynth. Wavescan oscillators and Diosynth's sample playback oscillator can be processed through the ultra-flexible 16-mode filter, providing vast sonic terrain to empower your creativity. Cultivate your own sound with up to 768 storable patch locations on hand, including the ability to create layered sounds that fuse acoustic and electric tones, multiple synth patches, and more. Diving deep into sound design is easy thanks to the Diosynth editor app, allowing for endless exploration into nuanced patch design.
An integrated speaker is available for easy, on-the-go performance, with optional battery power via two 18650 batteries that enables portable playing anywhere the music takes you. The 1/4" stereo output enables easy connectivity into a local amplifier or front of house mix, while the onboard headphone output with dedicated volume control is perfect for those long nights in the woodshed honking to your heart's content. The Diosynth also includes MIDI via 5-Pin DIN and USB connectivity, as well as Bluetooth MIDI input and audio input for wireless practice and performance. Built for a professional performance experience, Diosynth comes with a hardshell case and all necessary cables and accessories, providing a perfect foundation to craft your bespoke performance practice. Whether you're a wind player looking for new sounds or an electronic musician looking to bring nuanced expression to your productions, Diosynth from ASM is a breath of fresh air.
DIOSYNTH FEATURES
Electronic wind synthesizer Combines both sampling engine and deep synthesizer engine based on ASM's Hydrasynth for both acoustic and electronic sounds 384 factory patches including traditional wind instruments, rare and exotic instruments, and expressive synth patches 128 meticulously sampled instrumental sounds Use single patches or layer multiple sounds in a single patch 8+ octave range Mechanical keys for premium and familiar feel Multiple fingering modes Scale / chord quantization locking modes Breath and bite sensors, gyrometer, X/Y joystick, 2x pressure pads, and 3x programmable switches for expressive control Up to 768 total patch locations for storing user creations Mac/PC editor and iOS/Android app for simple patch editing and live performance control MIDI via 5-PIN DIN and USB Bluetooth MIDI input and audio input for wireless control and backing tracks Built-in speaker, stereo 1/4" output, and headphone output with dedicated volume control Powered via USB-C or 2x 18650 batteries (batteries not included) Includes hard-shell case and all required cables / accessories Included accessories: Hard-shell travel case folding stand 2x mouthpieces neck strap power supply with universal power adapters USB A–C cable USB C–C cable USB power Y cord spit scrunchy cleaning cloth printed User guide"
We have officially sold half of our limited edition CD; we are also going to end our introductory 'Name Your Price' for downloads on BandCamp soon, so don't hesitate to purchase today!
Praise from BandCamp (Alan R Pearlman Foundation and Projekt Records )
"A tribute to the creator of my favorite music instruments. I Like the sound of the ARPs in classical electronic albums. Great record with many great contributions!"
"No favourite track, just indulging in the sonic wash of this amazing album. Just wonderful."
"...what an AMAZING collection!! ..."
"A ritual offering—ARP as oracle, muse, and monument. The machine has a soul. And here, it sings."
"It's hard to pick a favorite track off of this compilation... Lots of groovy music by a lot of artists.I had never heard of, but there are a few artists.I am familiar with. this is pretty groovy stuff... "
"Awesome tribute and collection. Mr. Roach has somehow found time to be an archivist. would love a second volume. get this as both sampler and tribute..."
Purchase from BandCamp
"Torso Electronics presents a new series of live sessions recorded at our office space in Copenhagen.
The first episode features IDRA, guiding us through ambient textures and cinematic explorations, blending noise and melodic collages. Performed on the S4 sculpting sampler and the OP-1.
Enjoy
About IDRA
IDRA , Francesca Pavesi, is a musician, producer, and sound artist from Milan. Her work explores the intersection of ambient and experimental electronic music, where organic textures, modular synthesis, and acoustic elements merge into immersive sonic worlds. Guided by attentive listening, she uses sound as an introspective space for deep, focused listening and a sense of timelessness.
See more at
https://www.idrasound.com/
https://torsoelectronics.com/
/ torsoelectronics
"Meet Kira Sassano! Kira does shipping and social media at 4ms. She is also an electronic musician and fiber artist. You can listen to her music at cavecricket.bandcamp.com and view her fiber art shop at Etsy.com/shop/fiberbeing"
Auction to be held at Musician's Hall of Fame & Museum, Nashville, on November 19
An incredible collection of more than 450 artifacts from the life and career of Florian Schneider, co-founder of the pioneer electronic band Kraftwerk."
Pics and videos featuring some of the gear below, and his Lederhosen for good measure (thanks greg!).
Update: the post has been fully updated with all the synth related gear. This may just well be the longest post to be featured on the site. I wanted to capture all the pics for all of the details including notes, scuffs, and of course serial numbers. It's an interesting look into what he used, the condition he keped his gear, in some cases, how he actually used his gear. Note the phonetics on the keys of the Casio CZ-101 and DX-100. Note the Midi Switch Box with a built-in speaker? What's that about? Note the camouflage key strap on the Korg RK-100 Remote Keyboard. Did he pick it out himself or did the keytar just come with it? Note the repeat midi controllers and the MIDI saxaphones. Wind was his primary instrument. You'll find a ton of the acoustic gear he used in the other listings. This is a fascinating insight into both what and how he used his gear.
Side note: there is no affiliate compensation for this post. The note at the top automatically shows for all posts with the Auction label.
Rack Mount Sennheiser VSM-201 Vocoder
Starting Bid
$5,000
Estimate
$20,000 - $40,000 USD
A late 1970s Sennheiser VSM 201 Vocoder with no serial number from the personal studio and collection of Florian Schneider of Kraftwerk (see images). While it’s said that only a few dozen of these Vocoders were produced, a few examples made it into the hands of forward-thinking musical artists including Herbie Hancock, Daft Punk, and of course, Kraftwerk, who used a VSM-201 like this on their albums Man Machine (1978) and Computerworld (1981). The VSM-201 has an intelligible sound that has not yet been bested by modern gear. Includes power cable. This VSM-201 has been removed from its wooden enclosure (which bears the serial number plate) and modified with a metal rack mount casing, presumably for live use. Requires 240v, IEC power cable not included.
Dimensions: 19 x 9 x 9 inches
Category: Kraftwerk, Equipment
Provenance: PROVENANCE From the Estate of Florian Schneider
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 Brรผckner, 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.
"Immerse yourself in a world of serene beauty and vast, open spaces. 'Ambient Landscapes' is a meticulously crafted collection of 50 exclusive presets for Synapse Audio Dune 3, designed to transport you to ethereal plains, misty forests, and tranquil shores. Let your music become the soundtrack to unexplored territories and inner reflection!
Expertly designed by OttO K. Schwarz, this soundset leverages the immense power of Dune 3’s dual-layer engine and deep modulation matrix to create sounds that are not just heard, but felt. From the gentle caress of a morning breeze to the profound silence of a mountain peak, every preset tells a story.
Every preset is velocity, modulation wheel & expression assigned, allowing you to shape and play the sounds as they evolve. This soundset is perfect for the film, TV & game composers, ambient & electronic music producers, sound designers and any musician looking to add a layer of profound depth and emotion to their work.
Ambient Landscapes doesn't just fill space—it defines it. Let these sounds be the canvas for your most evocative and personal creations!
Intuitive Instruments improves Exquis MPE controller with firmware 2.2.0 update alongside Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio, and Cockos Reaper workflow-merging scripts
SAINT-CYPRIEN, FRANCE: Intuitive Instruments is proud to announce improvements to the award-winning Exquis MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) controller with major updates coming courtesy of introducing firmware 2.2.0 alongside software scripts to merge its workflow with Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio, and Cockos Reaper DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) — wholeheartedly representing several simultaneous steps towards the inspirational solutions for music lovers creator’s goal of ultimately making music-making seamless by turning the flagship instrument itself into the ultimate lightweight and compact creative hub — as of September 8…
Exquis enables seamless and natural interaction with all DAW software, MIDI synthesizers, and modular systems by becoming a direct extension of its user’s creativity as an expressive and intuitive MPE controller comprising a hexagonal matrix of 61 backlit soft silicon keys arranged as consecutive notes (semitones) horizontally and harmonious notes (thirds) vertically — from the lowest at the bottom to the highest at the top — that provide independent gestural control over four different dimensions: velocity (strike force), horizontal tilt (X axis — pitch bend), vertical tilt (Y axis — CC#74), and pressure (Z axis — channel pressure or polyphonic aftertouch). Alongside a namesake companion app — itself optionally offering an experience akin to traditional composition software — available on macOS and Windows with support for VST, VST3, and AUv3 audio plug-in formats, Intuitive Instruments’ flagship instrument is intended to provide musicians of all levels with a fun and intuitive way of creating melodies and progressions, fully exploiting sonic potential in the process of doing so — whether working with third-party software over the USB (Type-C) connection, third-party software or hardware synthesizers through the MIDI IN and OUT (minijack) connections, and modular synthesizers via CV (control voltage) with dedicated 0-5V (minijack) connections for GATE (V-Trigger), PITCH (V/Oct), and MOD (pressure or velocity). These top out a lightweight (600g) and compact — 36 mm (H) x 146 mm (W) x 317 mm (D) — desktop design that also incorporates four rotary/push encoders and a six-zone capacitive touch slider, plus a series of selection, undo/redo, and action buttons, providing precise and intuitive control collectively over any user’s sound while enhancing interaction with the app.
"Instruo Residency Sessions Presents - 'etre une machine' by Milochka (aka Mila Fossey)
Milochka is a 20 year-old sonic artist from France and Romania. She is a musician, songwriter, producer, and performer currently studying Electronic Production and Design at Berklee College of Music. Having grown up in China, Canada, France, and Belgium, she has been musically influenced by the environments surrounding her and is developing her own sound through her experimental vocal and instrumental style. Music is the translation of fusion between her ideas and inspirations into magnificent prototypes. She has been showcasing her original work for over 12 years through different creative communities and has been creating electronic modular pieces at Instruo Modular as an artist in residence.
With experience as a songwriter in folk, pop, electronic, and experimental music, and playing over 4 instruments, she also creates sound art pieces for contemporary art installations.
Music is the translation of her soul.
"On first pass, this 4k video of a Northern Waterfowl preserve (Coyote Hills Nature Preserve in San Leandro, to be exact) might come off as being pretty static. However, watch closely and you'll see a fantastic variety of animal life. Duck formations, White Swans, varieties of birds arcing in and out. Dragonflies will also make appearances, as well as other insects. All happening while the sun slowly moves up into the afternoon sky. It's pretty exciting to set up a camera and have it actually record for a solid hour without something affecting it. GoPros are famous for overheating, but I was lucky to get to 60 minutes before it shut down on me.
Villa Galaxia is a special album to me. Written in 2008, and released on Hypnos Binary as a CD, It was one of the few albums that I had funds to master. I somehow found a technician/musician named Jeff Bowron in Oakland, and after a brief email exchange, he invited me over to master the album with him. To keep the price down, we opted for me to actually haul my large CPU tower over and work directly in my files. We ended up really hitting it off that night. He kept remarking about how unusual yet listenable Villa Galaxia was. He was a great guy who had an excellent ear for music. He had at least 5 different sets of speakers, with the final ones being huge rave-sized speakers. I remember him tuning the base levels and hearing the base drum go from very "flabby" to all of a sudden, precision. His final tweaks really changed the dynamics and feel of Villa Galaxia. A year or so ago, I learned that Jeff had passed away in 2018.
I hope you enjoy Villa Galaxia with this accompanying 4k Nature Preserve video.
Thank you,
Saul
00:00- Intro / Hello Radar
05:30- Vapor Trails
12:43- Blaze
18:56- Night Painting
24:05- Eta Car is a Massive Star
31:21- Future Gamma
36:29- Embedded in Amber
42:15- Interrupted by Time
48:37- End"
"Rare 1986 Casio SK-100 8-bit sampling keyboard custom modified with a 25 point modulation patch bay and pitch control section mounted on a metallic graphite externally attached console with a unique solid aluminium 1970s Hitachi 'wedge' knob. This is a weird, unpredictable, lo-fi and chaotic sampling instrument with a warm gritty sound which will inspire any alternative electronic musician and sound designer.
When the patch matrix is in use an array of warped effects, drones and loops can be generated; applying multiple connections produces an increasingly complex range of cyclic, pitch dropped, fractured, tonal, bit crushed, flanged, distorted, aliasing digital noise and bizarre sequences which affect any sound you record using the sampling feature. The pitch mod takes the sound up in pitch and down to crushing aliasing lows, also affecting the SK 100's pre-set sounds. Five stackable patch cables included.
Specs: -25 point ROM modulation patch bay -Pitch control function -5 different dynamic envelopes can be applied to your samples (a long and short sample can be recorded and stored). -Loop and reverse effects. -The samples can be featured in the tempo adjustable onboard rhythm sequences. -12 preset sounds -12 preset rhythms -Chord memory -7 keyboard-based drum sounds"
