Akai VX600 Synthesizer Demo [no talking]

video upload by gstormelectro

"Audio + Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2025

This is a six voice analog Akai VX600 synthesizer. Two oscillators per voice, and it takes minimum 30 minutes to stabilize tuning enough to play. Even so, it also wants 3 or 4 auto-tune sessions. Basses, pads, leads, arpeggios. Please enjoy. While this demo features my original patches, alas - there's no way to backup patches to computer or share them w/ others in that way. It only accepts Roland style Memory Cards. Be sure to check out my patches for other synths available at https://gstormelectro.gumroad.com/

Recorded direct via EPM6 mixer to GO-Mixer Pro-X interface to iPhone, no added effects.
The synth output is very hot, so any clipping you hear was overloading the input at the mixer."

G-Storm Electro:
REVERB https://reverb.com/shop/gstormelectro
MUSIC https://gstormelectro.bandcamp.com/
BLOG http://gstormelectronica.blogspot.com/
LISTEN/DOWNLOAD http://soundcloud.com/gstormelectro

Korg Wavestate/Modwave/Opsix - "Summer Trio" Live

video upload by LFOstore

"it's jamming summer time!

and all three synths from Korg are excellent complements each other.

In this jam chief of Lfo Store Nick Klimenko playing live on:

Korg Wavestate - playing complex arpeggio
with a real magic opens on MW

From our cinematic soundset here:
https://lfo.store/shop/hardware-synth...

Korg Modwave - playing agressive bass line
which opens at the end

From our bundle soundset:
https://lfo.store/shop/hardware-synth...

Korg Opsix - playing cosmic pad chords

From our cosmic soundset here:
https://lfo.store/shop/hardware-synth...

all three synths excellently syncing to each other
even without midi cables and playing stable in clock.

Enjoy the trip!"

Discopolis 2.0/Kris Menace & Lifelike (Novation Circuit Tracks Beach Mix)

video upload by Guinan

"I'm travelling so I hope you enjoy some of the slightly different videos I'm posting. This weeks video is a reworking of a track I put out last month following a suggestion by @DerrynGrierson
I wasn't happy with audio/video on the original (see below) so this is a reworking of the same.

Kris Menace & Lifelike have released multiple versions of the track so I feel pretty justified in putting out another mix of the track! I thought however I had to come up with something new so this was re-programmed and then played live on the beach! The line out went straight into a Zoom LiveTrak L6 so everything you hear is just as it was played on the Circuit Tracks 'on the beach'.

It's harder than it looks playing live on a beach (the tide was coming in....). I missed the filter sweep in the track completely! Stay tuned to the end, if you can, to see what a beautiful place this was played at.

Till next time, stay tuned."

Discopolis/Kris Menace & Lifelike (Novation Circuit Tracks Version)
video upload by Guinan

"This week’s track is the 2005 cult club-classic, ‘Discopolis’ by Kris Menace (an alias of DJ Christoph Hoeffel) and Lifelike. Recreating this was suggested by subscriber @DerrynGrierson. Thanks for the excellent suggestion Derryn!

It’s very likely I’ve heard this but it hadn’t been something I’d really noticed. I absolutely LOVE it and it has been a pleasure listening to the (very) numerous mixes and remixes to get an idea as to how to recreate this onto the Novation Circuit Tracks.

It features a very prominent sample from the start of the Italo-disco song 'Another Life' by Kano. Incidentally this sample is also used elsewhere (e.g. by Nero) so you might recognise it. I was able to find and use the same sample and build the song around it.

Everything you hear was programmed and played on the Novation Circuit Tracks. No extra synths/effects were used in the playback and the stereo track has not been remastered or otherwise altered.

I’m trying out a different way of filming/recording these direct to camera so apologies if the video is a bit dark. Almost knocked over the mirrorball too!

I hope you enjoy this track and come back again for other future recreations. Thanks for watching."

Mini Analog Synth Jam | Vintage + Modern Gear | 19” Synth Wall

video upload by rezfilter

"Here’s an old clip I dug up — a little analog jam session from my 19" synth wall. All analog sequencers here (multiple Oberkorns) clocked internally for tight timing. Telemark covers the snares, 2600 on kick, Nyborgs shaping some chord-like structures and lead lines, and a Fusebox thrown in for extra color.

The setup blends rare vintage oddities with modern analog gear — sequencers, synths, eurorack, drums — for a raw, all-hardware performance.

Hope you enjoy this slice of the archive."

Enjoy The Silence/Depeche Mode (Novation Circuit Tracks Version)

video upload by Guinan

"‘Enjoy The Silence’ from 1990 is my favourite track from Depeche Mode. Not strictly 'dance music', it crossed over into most of the clubs I went to in the day. I have certainly danced to it! Many house and techno musicians cite a softspot for Depeche Mode and in turn the album this came from, ‘Violator’ reflected club dance music trends.

Sooner, or later, every synth player has a go at playing this song....

Everything on this track is coming from the Circuit Tracks. All synth sounds were either played or programmed/sampled and played back. The only exception is the bass part (see below). No extra synths or effects but in order to fit it all in this is a simplified arrangement."

Dreadbox Artemis 6 Voice Analog Synthesizer Demo [No Talking]

video upload by VCO USA

"Here is a video showing some sounds from the new ‪@Dreadbox-synths‬ Artemis 6 Voice Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer. All of these sound demos are from single patches from Artemis and only use the on-board ‪@Sinevibes‬ effects. Headphones or Real Speakers recommended! Enjoy!

00:00 Requiem for International Trade
01:35 Artemis Song
03:10 Artemis Does the 303
04:18 Artemis Joins the Jam Band Your Parent's Warned You About
06:51 Artemis Lead & Reverb
08:00 Growly Meandering Ambient
09:39 Quiet Noisy Building
12:13 Hudson Mohawke Type Chords until the Camera Dies"

Take 5 at the Beach - Jam 5/3/2025

video upload by I Love Cats and Synths

"I'm on vacation at the beach but I brought some things including the Take 5 with me. I recorded this in my hotel room and included some ambient sounds and video from the beach taken the morning of 5/3/2025.

I used one of my favorite Take 5 patches I made. Enjoy!"

https://sequential.com

Infinite Machinery Demo by Todd Barton

video upload by Todd Barton

"Just got turned onto these cool modules from Infinite Machinery which is located here in my little town. Really digging them. Enjoy these brief test drives."

Todd Barton's Patreon: / synthtodd

The Infinite Machinery Hexa VCA is a 6 channel VCA with DC coupling and a unique normalization function. All in 12 HP

Signal inputs are DC coupled.
CV input response, 0 to +5V

Maximum amplification is unity gain, or 1.

Channels with no CV input will have CV normalized
to the CV of the channel above. This cascading of CV
values is defined in two groups, channels 1 - 3 and 4 - 6.

For example: If CV is patched to channel 1 and no CV
patched into channels 2 & 3 - Channels 2 & 3 will
follow the CV of channel 1.

Patch CV into channel 2 and nothing into channel 3
then channel 3 will follow the CV of channel 2.
The same hold true for channels 4 - 6, with 4 being
the start of the CV cascade.

Module depth - 34mm

Current draw - 40mA +-

CLICK FOR MORE »

Liminal Patch 008 : Ambient Eurorack Modular Exploration

video upload by Botched Creative

"Creaturae Imaginis is a slow-burning descent into tone, texture, and atmosphere—12 minutes of ambient analog synthesis, layered with subtle generative elements. Recorded live to multitrack, each voice was captured in isolation, allowing for extensive post-processing and detailed mixing. The result is a piece that blurs the line between raw performance and sculpted sound design—a meditation on presence, process, and the strange beauty of voltage in motion.

Main Synths:
Forge TME Vhikk X, Maneco Labs Grone 2 Dark Drone Machine, Moog Mother 32, Moog Matriarch, Archea Loki, Winterbloom Castor & Pollux.

Sequencer:
Arturia KeyStep Pro

Processors:
Make Noise Maths, Happy Nerding 3x Mia, ALM Pam's Pro Workout, Xaoc Devices Zadar, Xoac Timiszoara, Expert Sleepers ES-9, Intellijel Quadratt, Thorn Audio VC LFO, Maneco Labs Clusterverb, Maneco Labs Filter Eko, Animal Factory Vivisect, After Later Audio Cloaks,

Post-Processing:
Walrus Audio Fable, OBNE Darkstar, Meris Mercury X, Meris Mercury 7, Meris Polymoon, Meris LVX, Boss RE-20, Chase Bliss Mood, Chase Bliss Generation Loss, Strymon Timeline, Strymon Big Sky, Abelton Live (tracking), Motu Digital Performer (mixing), Kush Audio, Slate Digital, Valhalla DSP, Waves plugins.

Enjoy the in-between world."

The voice of nothing | Cirklon, Minimoog, Prophet 10, Poly Evolver, Machinedrum MKII Electronic IDM

video upload by MIDERA

"Today, before bed, I laid with my family on my bed, listening to the downfall of rain on the roof. I loved every second of it. My kids? It scared them for some reason. Undoubtedly, some day they will look back and think 'I can't believe I was so scared of that gentle rain on the roof... I missed the opportunity to just relax with my papa and mama.'

Of course, not a day goes by that I don't look back at the end of the day and wish I had been more present. Who knows what other adventures I'm missing out with them by being just so stuck in my head.

Well - as for this track, I was trying some new things, using the Machinedrum instead of the Nord Drum 2, and stacking the Poly Evolver and P10. I didn't really enjoy the experience of either. I know some people fill their rooms with synths and Jasper's stands, but I think it just kills the creativity. Maybe my constant unhappiness with my studio keeps me writing more and more?

I don't know.

Sequentix Cirklon 2: Sequencing
Moog Minimoog: Bass
Prophet 10: Bells
Poly Evolver: Pads
Machinedrum MKII UW+: Drums"

SHADES - NEW Sound Bank for Quantum/Iridium🔥🔥🔥

video upload by SMV Producer

"This is my last sound bank for these incredible synths. Some beautiful evolving pads, sequences and FM sounds, are part of the soundset. Everything was straightly recorded without any additional processing.

Enjoy....

Sound banks available for purchase at:

https://gumroad.com/smvproducer

Other links:
Bandcamp : https://sergiomassimilianovarvazzo.ba...
Instagram: / smv_producer
Smartlink: https://ffm.bio/smv_producer

TIMELINE
00:00 One Osc Dream Pad
01:16 OB 18 Dreaming Steps
02:30 Lost Somewhere
04:46 18 Steps
05:56 Experiment
07:46 WT Sequence
08:34 Very Slow Pad
10:24 Sequence Lover
11:26 Airy Pad
12:14 FM Bass
13:14 It is a butter
13:55 15 Steps with FM
14:37 Schizoid - Watch till the end
17:01 Wave Goodness
18:46 FM Goodness
19:36 8 Steps random Waves
20:16 Straight FM
21:04 Techno
22:41 FM Experience"

The Beatles’ “Here Comes the Sun” - SYNTH PARTS YOU’VE NEVER HEARD BEFORE!

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"I’m going to take you on a quest into one of The Beatles’ most iconic songs, 'Here Comes the Sun', and show you something I recently discovered, that really surprised me. — THERE ARE SYNTHESIZERS IN THIS ACOUSTIC AND ORGANIC SOUNDING TRACK!

I’ll break down the arrangement of this beautiful song and show you how to create all the synth sounds that were used to transcend it's sound. We’ll cover everything from the signature whistle sound, the main lead synth, the intro sound, and the buzzy synth bass that gives the track its vibe. I’ll also discuss the Beatles’ evolution as they started experimenting with effects on traditional instruments, which ultimately led them to integrate synthesizers in ways that completely reshaped what others thought possible.

They used the Moog synthesizer to replace orchestral parts in some sections of the song and to complement the acoustic elements in others. It was all about pushing the boundaries of what was possible at the time but still keeping their unique voice in tact.

What makes this even more special is that I’ve recreated these sounds on my rare, vintage 1969 Moog IIIc — the same model that was shipped just months after The Beatles received their own Moog directly from Bob Moog. This instrument, used on the 'Plantasia' album by Mort Garson, is in fully working order, so it’s my chance to give you a sense of the subtle nuances The Beatles heard when they first explored this revolutionary sound in their music. I’ll bring you as close to the original sound as possible and show you exactly how they used it in 'Here Comes the Sun'.

So, grab your synths (or just sit back and enjoy), and let’s take a closer look at how The Beatles incorporated this groundbreaking technology into their timeless music. You might just discover something new about one of the most loved songs in history and how you can do the same in your music today.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss out on any of the synth goodness I have coming your way! Also, check out my course Think Like a Synth to learn the exact method I've used for decades on hit records and films — and still use today.

____________________________________
ABOUT ANTHONY

Anthony's musical touch as both composer and performer is connected with some of the most influential creative minds over the last 40 years. He’s composed and conducted original orchestral scores for over 80 feature films including Young Guns , Internal Affairs , The Man From Elysian Fields , 15 Minutes and Planes, Trains & Automobiles , been commissioned by the Los Angeles Philharmonic for his symphonic work 'In the Family Way', written over one thousand TV commercials in a myriad of musical styles, co-founded Levels Audio Post (LA's premiere post production facility) and performed and arranged on big-box-office films and influential hit records such as Michael Jackson's Thriller .

His extensive work as a young arranger, orchestrator and performer for Quincy Jones , Jack Nitzsche , Lamont Dozier , Arthur Rubenstein and Giorgio Moroder was vital in launching his own career. His early years pioneering modular analog synthesizers along with his wide-ranging music scholarship positioned Anthony at the center of the music technology revolution. He attended the University of Southern California School of Music as a piano and composition major.

Website - https://www.anthonymarinellimusic.com"

ASM Hydrasynth - Complex Sequences Using KARMA Engine

video upload by LFOstore

"Hydrasynth soundsets: https://lfo.store/product-category/ha...

Korg Kronos is one of the best & deepest modern synths itself.
We recieved our Kronos not so long time ago & already planing series of soundset.

Meanwhile we checked deeply KARMA realtime generator with 2000 (!) patterns and want to show how's it working in connection with other synthesizers.

In this video Kronow midi out connected to Hydrasynth midi in & fiew patterns of KARMA transmits notes from Kronos to Hydrasynth, including realtime kweaking all 8 faders to change different details in midi patterns.

Enjoy the journey!

LFO Team"

ATARI ST "The Intelligent Sequencer REALTIME" Recording – JAPAN Visions of China

video upload by plantssystem

"This is a rare recording of The Intelligent Sequencer REALTIME by Eric Ameres, a real-time MIDI sequencer for the ATARI ST. In this video, the sequencer is used to play Visions of China by the British band JAPAN.

As the name suggests, The Intelligent Sequencer REALTIME allows real-time recording and editing of MIDI sequences, making it a unique tool among ATARI ST music production software. This video captures MIDI data input, playback, and editing, providing a glimpse into the music production environment of that era.

For those interested in ATARI ST MIDI sequencers or vintage music production, this is a must-watch. Enjoy!"

Update:

"The sound is played using the SoundFont function of the ATARI ST emulator hataroid. The SoundFont is based on the Roland SC-55, and the drums are custom made by sampling the live sounds of the parts myself. hataroid can also control external synths using MIDI."

Liminal Patch 005 : Semi-Generative Ambient Modular Synthesizer Exploration | Tempus Vacuus

video upload by Botched Creative

"7 Minutes of semi-generative ambient modular synthesizer exploration. Recorded live to multitrack.

Main Synths:
Archaea Loki, Winterbloom Castor & Pollux, Black Corp Deckard's Voice, Maneco Labs Grone 2 Dark Drone Machine, Forge TME Vhikk X.

Patching Notes:
0:00 :: Intro
0:14 :: Layer 01 : Forge TME Vhikk X
0:43 :: Layer 02 : Maneco Labs Grone 2
1:55 :: Layer 03 : Black Corp. Deckard's Voice
2:35 :: Layer 04 : Winterbloom Castor & Pollux
3:26 :: Layer 05 : Archaea Loki
3:45 :: The Rest of the Video

Sequencer:
QuBit Bloom Fractal Sequencer.

Processors:
Make Noise Maths, Happy Nerding 3x Mia, ALM Pam's Pro Workout, Xaoc Devices Zadar, Erica Synths Black Low-Pass VCF, Doepfer A-140-2V Envelope Generator, Expert Sleepers ES-9, Intellijel Quadratt, Thorn Audio VC LFO, Maneco Labs Clusterverb, Endorphines Ghost, Xaoc Timiszoara.

Post-Processing:
Abelton Live (tracking), Motu Digital Performer (mixing), Kush Audio, Slate Digital, Valhalla DSP, Waves plugins.

Full disclosure: The video portion was recorded after recording the audio (I don't have ten hands).

Enjoy the in-between world."

Alfa AS3109 VS IR3109N Quick Comparison

video upload by gstormelectro

"Audio + Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2025

Many have commented about my last video [posted here] why I fool around w/ reclaiming the old chips when Alfa has some remakes on the market. So here's a quick comparison of the Alfa AS3109 remakes vs. IR3109N OTA chips in my 101-VCF tester module. For me the Alfa behaves quite differently with regard to signal clipping and output magnitude. Enough as to not recommend them as a 1-to-1 replacement in vintage synths and the reason I don't use them in my own modules. It's too bad, I enjoy using other kinds of Alfa chips 3320/3340/3350 in other filters and my 101-VCO.

G-Storm Electro:


MUSIC https://gstormelectro.bandcamp.com/
BLOG http://gstormelectronica.blogspot.com/
LISTEN/DOWNLOAD http://soundcloud.com/gstormelectro
REVERB https://reverb.com/shop/gstormelectro"

The Wonderful World of the Haken Continuum

video upload by HakenAudio

"Sit back and enjoy as Film & TV composer, Josh Madoff, takes you on a tour of the Haken Continuum!"

00:00 Intro
00:29 Sensitivity
04:20 Rounding (Pitch Correction)
05:42 The Power of the EaganMatrix
08:07 Touch Area Presets
09:36 Pedals, Sustain & Sostenuto
11:41 Traditional Midi & The EaganMatrix
13:15 Internal FX Engine
16:07 Processor Presets
16:44 Make Your Own Sound
21:43 Overlays
26:31 "Analog" Sounds
29:40 Controlling Analog Synths (The Haken CVC)
32:50 Inputs & Outputs
34:23 Final Thoughts

Beginner's Guide to Midi Routing with Midicake ARP

video upload by midicake

"I get asked all the time how to connect Synths and MIDI Devices and so this short video runs through the practicalities of hooking up your hardware gear.

I'll show you how to connect multiple MIDI devices, how to utilize a MIDI Hub, how to set your MIDI Channels and how to connect it all together!

I hope you find it helpful. Enjoy!

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:23 Connecting to a Synth
01:03 Setting the MIDI Channel
02:09 Playing on Different MIDI Channels
02:37 Playing Multiple Synths
03:22 Adding more Synths
04:11 Using a MIDI Splitter
06:26 Playing Nord and Blofeld
07:52 Controlling ARP via USB (Note Sync)
10:35 Controlling ARP with MIDI DIN (Note Sync)
12:21 Summing Up"

Arturia Pigments/Analog Lab: Atmospheric Ambient Presets

video upload by Anton Anru

"Arturia Pigments/Analog Lab/AstroLab 'Silent Stars' is a collection of 50 presets: 11 Basses, 7 Drones, 10 Leads, 11 Pads, 11 Synths.
Here you can find soft and cosmic pads, noisy drones, deep bass, atmospheric leads and various synths that will help you immerse the listener in the world of stars. The bank was inspired by such artists as Sangam, Cluster and winter nights wrapped in stars. Enjoy!

📦 Get these presets: https://antonanru.sellfy.store/p/pigm...

👤 The author of the soundset is skendi (Arseniy Pushkov).
🎹 Each preset has 4 Macros and Modwheel that make it easy to develop timbre and adjust key parameters.

🎛 The macros are a significant part of the soundset. They can change tone, stereo width, modulation depth and rate, noise level, distortion, detuning, space/echo/reverb, effects mix, envelope parameters, and others.
You may control them via MIDI controller or use them for automation.

The soundset is suitable for many genres: ambient, chill out, new age, cinematic, electronica, IDM, trip-hop, lounge, downtempo, trance, deep, progressive, and others.

Highlights:
🔹 Wide range of timbres
🔹 Thoroughly set parameters
🔹 ModWheel adds expression
🔹 4 macros to shape the timbre during performance
🔹 Tags for a more comfortable browsing experience

Compatible with Pigments, Analog Lab, AstroLab.
Make sure you are using the latest software/firmware version.

For AstroLab users.
Import the bank into Analog Lab.
Send the presets to the device.

Contents:
00:00 PD Lazy / SY Asymmetry / BS Deathstar
00:50 PD Bowels / LD Peace / PD Wooden Stars / BS Collapsar
01:40 PD Sanctuary / LD To The Stars / BS Collapsar
02:39 DR Viscid / SY Grain Pacification
03:29 PD Voices Of The Sea / BS Inconstancy
04:19 SY Sleepy / LD Strings / BS After Sandstorm
05:13 DR Rudeness
05:56 PD Milky Way / LD Lost Planet / BS Sirius
06:47 DR Whispers Of Others / LD Noisy Star
07:46 SY Oreo Milkshake / LD Noisy Landscape / PD Creation / BS Cybernetic
08:36 DR Desolation / PD Beyond Orbit
09:35 SY Glow / LD Vibro / BS Drony
10:25 BS Thunder / PD Cloud Waves
11:05 DR Alliens / SY Solar
12:04 DR Deep Space / SY Lonely Space / BS Arped
12:58 SY Noir / LD Noisy Landscape / BS Calm Before The Storm
13:49 PD Oxygen / BS Canopus
14:47 PD Rain On Heaven / LD Noisy Landscape
15:37 DR Aliens / LD Space Heavy

#arturia #arturiapigments #analoglab #astrolab #arturiaanaloglab #arturiaastrolab #pigments"

When SYNTHS GUEST STARRED in TV & Movies

video upload by Noir Et Blanc Vie

"So let's have some fun, I always loved seeing when certain synths were used as props in movies and TV, let me tell you, finding some of these scenes was hard and in the middle of 30 minute long ALF episodes. So honestly I hope you enjoy! If you can name any scenes please put it in the comments section, if there are enough I'll do a part 2."

See the Synth TV and Film label below for additional posts. You can find a list of 51+ appearances in this post from 2007. Note some of the videos are unfortuanately no longer available since then, but the list is there if you want to look them up.