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Thursday, March 26, 2026
Ableton Live: 50 Dreamy Ambient Presets + Clips. Sound Demo
video upload by Anton Anru
π Dreamscape Clouds is a collection of 50 presets + clips for Ableton Live that includes 10 Arps, 10 Pads, 10 Plucks, 10 Strings and 10 Synths.
π The bank is inspired by cosmic, dub and dreamlike moods, giving it a sweet, atmospheric and dreamy, lo-fi sound.
π¦ Get these sounds: https://antonanru.sellfy.store/p/able...
π€ The author of the soundset is skendi (Arseniy Pushkov).
The timbres have a wide spectrum: from warm and cold, noisy and detuned, soft and punchy, dark and bright, clean and distorted, deep and airy.
Perfect for genres such as ambient, ID, downtempo, pop, cinematic, trance, deep, progressive, techno, breaks, jungle, drum and bass, dub and others.
πͺ Clips include additional motion, adding expressiveness. You can use them as a starting point and change notes, or use presets separately.
The presets are presented in the Instrument Rack format, which combines synths and effects in a single device.
Each Instrument Rack has 8 Macros that make it easy to develop timbre and adjust key parameters.
π️ The macros are a significant part of the soundset. They can change tone, LFO, distortion, space, effects mix, envelope parameters, add extra OSCs and others.
You may control them via MIDI controller like Push, use them for automation, or map the macros to Ableton modulators like LFO, Shaper, and others.
Modwheel makes the timbre brighter. Velocity affects volume and brightness.
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LABELS/MORE: Ableton, MATRIXSYNTH Members
LABELS/MORE: Ableton, MATRIXSYNTH Members
ELEKTRON DIGITONE MKII FM SYNTHESIZER SEQUENCER GROOVEBOX
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"We say...
A pre-owned Elektron Digitone MKII in excellent condition. It comes with all original packaging and accessories.
Manufacturer's description
Step into a new realm of sound with the Digitone II, an evolution of Elektron’s original FM synthesiser, now offering expanded polyphony and enhanced creative control. With 16 tracks (versus the original’s 8) and a flexible 16-voice polyphony, you can unleash complex soundscapes across synth or MIDI tracks. Digitone II introduces four selectable synth machines (Wavetone, Swarmer, FM Tone, and FM Drum) and six dynamic filter machines, providing far more sonic variety than its predecessor. The improved 128-step sequencer, along with Euclidean sequencing and advanced modulation options, invites you to explore limitless creative possibilities. Packed with powerful effects, deeper sound-shaping tools, and a modular workflow.
Expanded Polyphony and Synth Machines:
While the original Digitone offered 8 voices and 4 synth tracks, the Digitone II doubles the polyphony to 16 voices and expands the tracks to 16, allowing for far more layered compositions. In addition, the four new synthesis machines (Wavetone, Swarmer, FM Tone, FM Drum) go beyond standard FM synthesis, offering greater creative potential for crafting rich melodic, rhythmic, and percussive sounds.
Enhanced Sequencing and Performance Features:
Digitone II features a 128-step sequencer—twice the length of the original Digitone's—enabling more complex patterns and compositions. The addition of Euclidean mode per track offers a fresh approach to sequencing, making it easier to generate evolving rhythms. With individual pattern length, time scale multipliers, and enhanced trig conditions, the Digitone II’s sequencing features are a leap forward from the original, giving you deeper control over your compositions.
Advanced Modulation and Effects:
The Digitone II builds on its predecessor’s modulation and effects capabilities, with three assignable LFOs per voice (up from two in the original) and added effects like digital overdrive, bit reduction, and sample rate reduction per voice. The inclusion of master effects like the stereo compressor and overdrive means you can fine-tune your final mix, while send effects like Saturator Delay and Supervoid Reverb add depth and dimension to your sounds."
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"We say...
A pre-owned Elektron Digitone MKII in excellent condition. It comes with all original packaging and accessories.
Manufacturer's description
Step into a new realm of sound with the Digitone II, an evolution of Elektron’s original FM synthesiser, now offering expanded polyphony and enhanced creative control. With 16 tracks (versus the original’s 8) and a flexible 16-voice polyphony, you can unleash complex soundscapes across synth or MIDI tracks. Digitone II introduces four selectable synth machines (Wavetone, Swarmer, FM Tone, and FM Drum) and six dynamic filter machines, providing far more sonic variety than its predecessor. The improved 128-step sequencer, along with Euclidean sequencing and advanced modulation options, invites you to explore limitless creative possibilities. Packed with powerful effects, deeper sound-shaping tools, and a modular workflow.
Expanded Polyphony and Synth Machines:
While the original Digitone offered 8 voices and 4 synth tracks, the Digitone II doubles the polyphony to 16 voices and expands the tracks to 16, allowing for far more layered compositions. In addition, the four new synthesis machines (Wavetone, Swarmer, FM Tone, FM Drum) go beyond standard FM synthesis, offering greater creative potential for crafting rich melodic, rhythmic, and percussive sounds.
Enhanced Sequencing and Performance Features:
Digitone II features a 128-step sequencer—twice the length of the original Digitone's—enabling more complex patterns and compositions. The addition of Euclidean mode per track offers a fresh approach to sequencing, making it easier to generate evolving rhythms. With individual pattern length, time scale multipliers, and enhanced trig conditions, the Digitone II’s sequencing features are a leap forward from the original, giving you deeper control over your compositions.
Advanced Modulation and Effects:
The Digitone II builds on its predecessor’s modulation and effects capabilities, with three assignable LFOs per voice (up from two in the original) and added effects like digital overdrive, bit reduction, and sample rate reduction per voice. The inclusion of master effects like the stereo compressor and overdrive means you can fine-tune your final mix, while send effects like Saturator Delay and Supervoid Reverb add depth and dimension to your sounds."
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LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Elektron, Signal Sounds
LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Elektron, Signal Sounds
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
OBERHEIM OB-X8 POLYPHONIC ANALOGUE SYNTHESISER (DESKTOP)
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"We say...
A pre-owned Oberheim OB-X8 (Desktop) in very good condition. It comes with original packaging and power cable.
Manufacturer's description
NEW functionality now available with OB-X8 OS v2.0 featuring:
Instant binaural mode pans individual voices hard left and right for true stereo operation
Simultaneously selectable waveshapes for each oscillator extends timbral variety
New 4-Pole low pass filter type with fuller bass at high resonance
New VCO 1 and 2 level LFO modulation destinations for independent timbral mixing
Arpeggiator clock sync now has selectable note division values for expanded rhythmic control
Twice the Split and Double memory locations, including program storage directly in the new banks for 512 more stored sounds
Separate MIDI channels for lower/upper split bi-timbral operation
Poly chain for up to 32 voices with 4 connected instruments
MPE for new levels of expressiveness
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"We say...
A pre-owned Oberheim OB-X8 (Desktop) in very good condition. It comes with original packaging and power cable.
Manufacturer's description
NEW functionality now available with OB-X8 OS v2.0 featuring:
Instant binaural mode pans individual voices hard left and right for true stereo operation
Simultaneously selectable waveshapes for each oscillator extends timbral variety
New 4-Pole low pass filter type with fuller bass at high resonance
New VCO 1 and 2 level LFO modulation destinations for independent timbral mixing
Arpeggiator clock sync now has selectable note division values for expanded rhythmic control
Twice the Split and Double memory locations, including program storage directly in the new banks for 512 more stored sounds
Separate MIDI channels for lower/upper split bi-timbral operation
Poly chain for up to 32 voices with 4 connected instruments
MPE for new levels of expressiveness
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LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Oberheim, Signal Sounds
LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Oberheim, Signal Sounds
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Akai Introduces the MPC Sample
video uploads by Akai Professional
Playlist:
1. DNU MPC Sample with Dibia$e | Akai Professional
2. MPC Sample | Overview
3. MPC Sample | Where Beats are Born | Akai Professional
Getting Started with the MPC Sample Tutorial Videos
video uploads by Akai Professional
And three user videos:
Playlist:
1. Akai MPC SAMPLE Review // Does it BEAT the Competition? + 5 Power Tips // Tutorial - loopop
2. (•˕ •γ.α Jam With @Akai_Pro MPC Live III - Isobutane
3. Akai Professional | MPC SAMPLE | Techno Jam (No Talking)
Pics and details via Perfect Circuit
Also check with your favorite dealers on the right for various deals and bundles.

"Akai's MPC Sample is a portable chopping machine that is ready to go whenever a moment of inspiration strikes or as your lightweight companion through a day of slow-moving errands. Styled after their beloved MPC60, this beige beauty gives nostalgia and function in a battery-powered package. To ensure the size and ease-of-use remains paramount, the MPC Sample has a stripped down OS and micro pads but don't let the size fool you: this is an MPC through-and-through.Whether using the built-in microphone, the stereo 1/4" jacks, or USB audio, you get quick access to the Sample Record section that is as easy as pressing a pad. A few quick trims using the multifunction knobs or using the shift and main encoder in combination will have you chopping and trimming in no time. Once you have your samples loaded, chopped, and assigned, recording a sequence is just as easy: just set the mode to Seq, adjust settings to taste, press the pad you want to record to, and you've got a loop. Resample that loop for further processing, use the step edit mode to make micro adjustments, and precompose a few sequences to switch between for full track performances.
The MPC Sample lets you engage effects in two different ways: the Knob FX and Pad FX. As their names portend, the Knob FX gives you access to a gang of effects including delays and reverbs, amp simulations, modulation effects, and vintage emulators. These effects are controlled with the three multifunction knobs for excellent playability. The Pad FX, on the other hand, are 16 always available effects that get triggered momentarily by the pads and are expressed via velocity. This is where you can get a stutter effect, several coloration effects, a half-speed effect, and other performable, musical delights. A fantastic choice for newcomers and veterans alike, the MPC Sample from Akai is a powerful tool for studio or stage that complements just about any other piece of equipment in your audio arsenal.
MPC SAMPLE FEATURES
Portable, battery powered sampler
16 Velocity sensitive mini pads
Built-in mic
Record and save sequences
Edit and chop samples
Dedicated volume slider lets you mix chops on the fly
16 Pad FX engage at the press of a pad
Selectable Knob FX including vintage sampler emulation
8 Banks of samples per project
Built-in Speaker
Simple OS with crisp screen
Retro styling"
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LABELS/MORE: Akai, New Drum Machines, New Synths, News
LABELS/MORE: Akai, New Drum Machines, New Synths, News
Alisa 1377 (1985) - Ambient Sound Demo
video upload by LFOstore
"#alisa #1377 #alisa1377 #synth #demo
Rare USSR synthesizer restored by Alex Taber!
It was made in USSR in 1985 at Luberetskiy Military Radioplant 'Rodina' near Moscow.
ALISA synthesizers were made especially for experimental electronic music, creating of sound effects in soviet cinema and scientific acoustic researches. This unique instrument has warm, aggressive and absolutely original analog sound!
The synthesizer has 1 OSC with 4 wave forms, ADSR , filter, various modulations, vibrato and portamento effects.
OSCILLATOR: tune; octave +1/+2; portamento; wave forms: triangle, saw, square, odd harmonics; frequency modulation (for all 4 waveforms); impulse-width modulation (for square wave form) with impulse width and depth controls; harmonics (for odd harmonics wave form). You can use individual OSC waveforms (triangle, saw, square, odd harmonics) or mix them together to get unique sounds!
LFO: on/off modulation switch, two waveforms (triangle, square), modulation rate, modulation rate coarse switch - 1Hz/10Hz.
FILTER: cutoff, resonance, vibrato (filter modulation), ADSR, switch between filter control- keyboard or contour OSC (ADSR). The synths filter due to it`s original architecture can be used as additional oscillator when filter`s resonance knob in self-oscillaltion position and it sounds really weird and interesting!
AMPLIFIER: ADSR, main volume, on/off synthesizer."
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LABELS/MORE: MATRIXSYNTH Members, SOVIET
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Monday, March 23, 2026
Prophet-5 vs Prophet-10: The sound test & my REAL thoughts
video upload by Doctor Mix
"π₯πΉπ Explore the Sequential Prophet-10: https://sequential.com/product/prophe... ππΆπ₯
A lot of people think it's just about voice count, but there's more to it. I'll take you deep into their unique character, how their polyphony impacts your composition, and critically, which one truly fits your specific production workflow and musical vision. In this video, I'm putting these iconic synths head-to-head π️. I'll compare their oscillators (sawtooth and square wave) and filters (Rev 1 and Rev 3) to uncover all the sonic nuances. I'll also explore modern features like aftertouch and velocity modulation found on the Prophet-10 πΉ, showing you exactly how they impact expressive performance. You'll hear direct comparisons, and I'll show you how these analog machines handle tuning and drift, giving you my comprehensive take on what makes each Prophet unique.
π¬ What you’ll see and hear in this video:
• π My in-depth comparison of Prophet-5 vs. Prophet-10 oscillators
• π️ Dissecting the sonic characteristics of Rev 1 and Rev 3 filters
• π΅ The impact of aftertouch and velocity modulation on synthesis
• π§ Exploring analog drift and the 'tune' function
• πΉ How polyphony (5 vs. 10 voices) shapes my playing
• ✨ Uncovering subtle sonic differences in sawtooth and square waves
• π‘ My practical insights for choosing the right Prophet for your studio
π₯ Visit my Doctor Mix website for sound packs, courses, merch & more
π https://doctormix.com
π§ Professional Services
Get your music professionally mixed, mastered, or produced
π https://doctormix.com/services"
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Benjolin & Ableton Octa Comb
video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto
"Benjolin Modular Synth (Sample Pack)
https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
Bringing Harmony to the Edge of Sound
Octa Comb was created in response to a growing gap in experimental music. While modular synthesis and advanced DSP have opened new territories, much of the resulting sound remains inaccessible to broader audiences. Octa Comb offers an alternative path by transforming even abrasive or chaotic material into tonal, resonant textures.
Eight Filters, Infinite Resonance
At its core are eight finely tuned comb filters, capable of extracting pitch content from any audio input. Whether you are working with field recordings, dense modular patches, or raw noise, Octa Comb reshapes the material into harmonic structures that can be eerie, beautiful, or otherworldly.
Control Through Simplicity
Sound shaping is streamlined. Dial in the desired amount of feedback and feedforward. Then choose eight pitch points. Build dissonance, stack chords, or align to your favorite scale. No menu diving, no cryptic modulation paths—just direct and musical interaction.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
POLYEND TRACKER MINI PORTABLE AUDIO WORKSTATION
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"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."
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"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."
See dealers on the right for pricing and availability on gear.
LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Polyend, Signal Sounds
LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Polyend, Signal Sounds
Sunday, March 15, 2026
It's Only Noise - Random Percussion with Sample & Hold, No Sequencer...just for fun #eurorack
video upload by AJH Synth Official
"Messing about with noise and random voltages. This patch is just various noise sources through various filters, frequency-modulated by sample & hold, with envelopes controlling amplitude (VCA) or affecting filter frequency. No sequencer was harmed in the making of this video.
The @solidstatelogic BigSix is used to mix all 4 sounds, with the @vermonagear DSR-3 providing stereo spring reverb for the drone and occasional sound.
Video & performance by @DreamsOfWires
Patch Breakdown:
Drone: This is just pink noise going into the FIXED FILTER BANK 914, but with an LFO from the DUAL RVG modulating the mix between the left and right bands of the Filter Bank, creating that slow, breathing effect. The AJH SYNTH 914 has built-in, voltage-controllable mixing/cross-fading functionality, which wasn't present in the original Moog 914 on which it is closely based.
Percussion 1: White noise going to the SONIC XV Diode Ladder Filter, using its band pass output. One channel of the DUAL RVG is sending random voltages to the Sonic's Filter Frequency/Cutoff, whilst a DH-ADSR envelope generator controls its audio level in the TRIPLE CROSS (being used as a triple VCA).
Percussion 2: This starts with noise generated by the LUNAR MODULE - this has 2 noise sources with different character and tone control, and built-in distortion. Its output goes to the MATRIX VCF, which has 16 different filter modes, which I cycle through manually during the video. See out User Guide video for more information: • NEW MODULE! MATRIX VCF User Guide - Vintag...
Occasional Sound: Here I'm using the SAMPLE & HOLD module to randomly trigger the MULTI BURST ENVELOPS module. The Colour control on the Sample & Hold determines the range of random voltages generated. It is a combination of Low Pass and High Pass filter over the onboard noise that is used to derive the voltages, so turning it anti-clockwise from the centre acts as a low pass filter, reducing voltages produced to be in the lower range, whereas turning it clockwise of the centre position acts as a high pass filter, meaning voltages in the higher range. Since it is generating lower voltages here, it is only occasionally producing enough of a voltage change to trigger the Multi Burst Envelopes. If I raise the Colour control it will trigger more often.
The Multi Burst Envelopes produces a chosen number of bursts of the selected envelope shape. The built-in LFO controls the speed of the bursts, as does the Clock input, but both can be used together or independently. I'm using it to control the frequency of the ENTROPIC DOOM's low pass filter, to generate an occasional burst of filtered noise."
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LABELS/MORE: AJH, eurorack, MATRIXSYNTH Members
LABELS/MORE: AJH, eurorack, MATRIXSYNTH Members
Friday, March 13, 2026
JMT SYNTH / SRV-1b
video upload by beatsville store
https://beatsville.jp

A desktop spring reverb unit featuring a built-in miniature spring.
You can use its high-quality, authentic spring to achieve a beautiful, classic reverb—or you can dive headfirst into the lush, vibrant resonance of a wildly oscillating spring, letting yourself drift and drown in its saturated wetness. It gets absolutely drenched.
And while nobody explicitly told you to shake it, smack it around, or slam it against the table... well, naturally, you’re going to do it. After all, there’s a real spring inside that actually shakes! It’s the thrill of the authentic.
Mix the clean-boosted signal (GAIN) with the spring-reverb-processed signal (REVERB), then adjust the overall output volume using the LEVEL control.
When the switch is in the down position, the signal bypasses the effect, passing directly from IN to OUT. The LED illuminates when the effect is active.
*Powered by a DC 9V power adapter (center-negative / Tip = -); sold separately.
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LABELS/MORE: JMT, New Sound Machines, New Synth Effects, News
LABELS/MORE: JMT, New Sound Machines, New Synth Effects, News
Starsky Carr's Studio: Vintage & Modern Synth Setup Explained
video upload by Starsky Carr
"Welcome to a full synth studio tour — a look inside my hardware setup featuring vintage analog synths, modern wavetable instruments, modular gear and classic drum machines.
See how a mix of vintage synths, modern instruments, modular gear and drum machines all come together in one integrated setup. In this video I walk through the studio, explain how everything is connected, and show some of the instruments that regularly appear on the channel.
The studio is constantly evolving as new synths arrive, others get repaired, and different setups are tested for videos. In this walkthrough you'll see how classic gear like the Juno-60, Prophet series, Minimoog, TR-808, TR-909 and Jupiter synths sit alongside modern instruments such as the UDO Super 8, Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave, Waldorf M, Arturia PolyBrute and Roland System-8.
I also explain how everything is routed through the studio — from CV-controlled vintage synths integrated with MIDI, to the AudioFuse interface and Neve summing mixer that handle the audio side of things.
If you've ever wondered how to organise a hardware synth studio, integrate vintage CV instruments with modern DAWs, or just want to see a room full of iconic synths and drum machines, this video gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the setup behind the channel.
You’ll also hear a few stories along the way — including the slightly ridiculous “six degrees of separation” link from my studio gear to Charlize Theron and Kevin Bacon through the Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels soundtrack.
Whether you're into analog synthesis, wavetable synths, modular gear, or classic drum machines, this studio tour is packed with gear, ideas and inspiration.
Gear featured (selection)
• Roland Juno-60
• Roland Jupiter series
• Moog Minimoog, Voyager % Sub37
• Sequential Prophet synths
• Oberheim OBX8 and OB6
• UDO Super 8
• Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave
• Waldorf M
• Arturia PolyBrute
• Roland System-8
• TR-808 / TR-909 drum machines
• Analog Solutions Leipzig & Fusebox
• Modular & Eurorack gear"
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LABELS/MORE: Analogue Solutions, Arturia, eurorack, Groove Synthesis, MOOG, Oberheim, Roland, Sequential, Sherman, Studio Tours, UDO, Waldorf
LABELS/MORE: Analogue Solutions, Arturia, eurorack, Groove Synthesis, MOOG, Oberheim, Roland, Sequential, Sherman, Studio Tours, UDO, Waldorf
Thursday, March 12, 2026
SISTERS - Ambient session #29 // Mannequins Three Sisters, Arbhar, Panharmonium, Subharmonicon
video upload by David Falcon
"First sounds with the Mannequins Sisters, such an interesting little module. In its core is a triple filter (Hi, Low and Band Pass) but it works great as an spectral mixer. I am slowly modulating the frequency cutoff so that the different sounds come and go progressively. Very little resonance added, it can be very resonant!
// Patch Notes //
Voice 1- Arbhar recording of my voice and ambient sounds with the internal microphone. High input of Sisters.
Voice 2 - Maths Tom sound into Rings. Center of Sisters.
Voice 3 - Panharmonium with a Random sequence from Pams into the Low input of Sisters.
These 3 voices go into the Xaoc Praga mixer, with Mimeophon and FX Aid in the sends. I am modulating the volume and panof
Voice 2 from Γchd and Pams, and the panning of Arbhar from Pams too. The mix goes through Qubit Mojave for the occasional reversed granular bleep.
Voice 4 - Subharmonicon through Blooper as a delay and Mercury 7 as Reverb.
Voice 5 - Low kick from DFAM
Recorded in a single stereo mix and mastered in Ableton."
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LABELS/MORE: ALM, eurorack, Instruo, MOOG, Rossum Electro-Music
LABELS/MORE: ALM, eurorack, Instruo, MOOG, Rossum Electro-Music
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Prophet-10 in the Studio: 10 Voices, Aftertouch, and Why It's Better Than You Think
video upload by Doctor Mix
"π₯πΉπ Explore the Sequential Prophet-10: https://sequential.com/product/prophe...
ππΆπ₯
✨ The Sequential Prophet-10 is a modern revival of one of the most legendary analog synths ever made — now with 10 voices, vintage Rev1 & Rev3 filters, poly mod, unison, and expressive aftertouch.
In this video we bring the Prophet-10 straight into the studio and explore what it really sounds like — no manuals, no overthinking, just switching it on and playing.
We start with the raw analog sound, completely dry with no effects, then explore unison power, poly mod textures, expressive aftertouch, and the character of the Rev1 and Rev3 filters.
Along the way we create sounds live and see why the Prophet-10 remains one of the most inspiring analog synths ever made.
What you'll see and hear in this video:
• First hands-on exploration of the Sequential Prophet-10
• 10-voice analog architecture explained
• Raw Prophet-10 sound with zero effects
• Expressive playing with aftertouch
• Poly Mod magic and evolving analog textures
• Rev1 vs Rev3 filter character comparison
• Huge unison sounds and thick analog bass
• Pads, leads, and classic Prophet tones
• Real studio workflow and performance testing
• Why the Prophet-10 is such an inspiring instrument
π₯ Visit my Doctor Mix website for sound packs, courses, merch & more
π https://doctormix.com"
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Sequential 02 : Oberheim OB-6 Sound Demo : " Massive Mod " user bank preview by I.H.R
video upload by I Hate Robots
"Sequential Oberheim OB-6 (module) - sound demo of few user programs, this is not a jam, and the video is a loop, not in realtime.
00:00 Duality
04:20 X-Rhodes
08:15 Gate 1
10:05 Lux
12:15 Alien 1
14:06 Sun
15:10 Coma
17:02 Gate 2
18:22 Nop
19:31 Dark Phaz
22:40 Omniarp
25:00 Alien 2
26:25 Berlin Mod
29:35 Crispy Pad
In practical terms, the OB-6 (keyboard or module version) is a modern and refined embodiment of all the experience and expertise of Dave Smith (Sequential) and Tom Oberheim. Its sound engine sits somewhere between the Sequential Prophet-6 and the Oberheim OB-Xa; it's essentially a fusion of the two!
It's high-end, old-school analog in the purest tradition—the sound is big, fat, deep, and powerful—but with modern digital assistance that allows it to fully exploit its capabilities and push its boundaries.
This is precisely the subject and purpose of this preset bank, which I designed entirely myself.
This is my main OB-6 bank, which I use very often for my sound design work in the studio or for my training sessions. User Bank #3 (Massive Mod), it contains a total of 96 custom presets. I'm not presenting them all here, the demo would have been far too long, but I've prepared this short demo with a few of them to give you a sonic preview of the synth and its modulation capabilities!
Sometimes I use a single preset with its modulations, either played directly on the keyboard or sequenced with a keyboard layer on top, and other times I mix two presets together (the OB-6 is monotimbral).
Everything you hear comes from the OB-6; there are no added effects, no post-production processing !
Meet the Akuto Studio Chord Machine AKT-0.1: first jam with Torso S-4
video upload by Freaky Tweaky
"SWITCH BETWEEN 3 DIFFERENT KEYBOARD MODES TO PLAY CHORDS AND MELODIES (TONNETZ, ACCORDION, PIANO)
ADD DEPTH TO YOUR TRACK BY USING THE SCREEN TO MIX UP TO 4 MIDI EFFECTS SIMULTANEOUSLY AND PLAY NOTES IN DIRECT, BIMANUAL OR STRUM MODE
USE THE ROTARY KNOB TO SEAMLESSLY NAVIGATE THROUGH SEMITONES, OCTAVES AND CONTROL THE PITCH TO TRANSPOSE ANY TYPE OF CHORD"
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Xaoc Devices Kamieniec II - new features!
video upload by Xaoc Devices
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XAOC Devices Kamieniec II Phaser and Allpass Expansion Review
video upload by Molten Music Technology


"KAMIENIEC II
ANALOG RESONANT PHASE ROTATOR
ALLPASS EXTENSION
MODELS OF 1977
Introducing two new Xaoc Devices products: Kamieniec II and its Allpass Expansion sidekick. Kamieniec II is an updated and extended revision of Kamieniec - our analog module inspired by a range of classic phaser effect units from the 1970s. We aimed to preserve the classic sound while making Kamieniec versatile enough to shine with any modular sound source. The newly released module shares the basic specifications with its predecessor: 4 and 6-stage outputs, built in triangle LFO (with a separate output in the true modular spirit), manual resonance control (up to extremely high values), and spicy feedback routing modes. On the other hand, Kamieniec II is a truly new beast with redesigned circuitry and new features, such as voltage control over resonance, a third feedback mode, and an LFO reset input. We have retained the chaining feature and we are glad to say Kamieniec II is fully compatible with the original Kamieniec, so you can easily mix and match both generations of the module should you develop a craving for more stages.
Want even more stages without sacrificing precious HP in your case? We've got you covered. Enter the Allpass Expansion - an optional circuit board installed at the back of Kamieniec II. It adds up to 16 sweepable stages for a total of 22 (!), making Kamieniec II one of the most multidimensional and versatile analog phasers available in Eurorack.
Oh, and one last thing - Kamieniec II is 10HP.
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Monday, March 09, 2026
Crazy Chicken Modular SHRIMPY filter musical demonstration
video upload by Fedir Tkachov Music
"Musical exploration of new eurorack filter by Crazy Chicken Modular - SHRIMPY."
Shrimpy is a fully analog multimode voltage-controlled filter with three simultaneous audio outputs: low-pass, band-pass, and high-pass. It was designed with a strong focus on character rather than neutrality.
The resonance is voiced to emphasize midrange frequencies, giving the filter a present, expressive tone that cuts through a mix. At higher settings, it becomes vivid and assertive without collapsing into thinness.
At the heart of Shrimpy lies an unusual distortion chain integrated directly into the filter core. This distortion adds a pleasant crunch, enriching the sound. When pushed further, it can turn glitchy and rustling, introducing rough textures and unstable edges that make the filter feel alive. It should be noted that the distortion sound characteristics will depend on the Shrimpy settings and the input signal, since distortion occurs in the filter core itself, rather than at its input or output.
All parameters are fully voltage-controllable:
Cutoff frequency (with and without attenuator)
Resonance
Distortion amount
This makes Shrimpy a flexible yet opinionated sound processing tool, well suited for experimental patches, aggressive basses, textured leads, drones, and evolving soundscapes."
/ dvqmlc-jjp9 | https://reverb.com/shop/crazy-chicken-mod
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Sunday, March 08, 2026
Alisa 1377 - Raw Sound Demo
video upload by LFOstore
"#alisa #1377 #alisa1377 #synth #demo
Rare USSR synthesizer restored by Alex Taber!
It was made in USSR in 1985 at Luberetskiy Military Radioplant "Rodina" near Moscow.
ALISA synthesizers were made especially for experimental electronic music, creating of sound effects in soviet cinema and scientific acoustic researches. This unique instrument has warm, aggressive and absolutely original analog sound!
The synthesizer has 1 OSC with 4 wave forms, ADSR , filter, various modulations, vibrato and portamento effects.
OSCILLATOR: tune; octave +1/+2; portamento; wave forms: triangle, saw, square, odd harmonics; frequency modulation (for all 4 waveforms); impulse-width modulation (for square wave form) with impulse width and depth controls; harmonics (for odd harmonics wave form). You can use individual OSC waveforms (triangle, saw, square, odd harmonics) or mix them together to get unique sounds!
LFO: on/off modulation switch, two waveforms (triangle, square), modulation rate, modulation rate coarse switch - 1Hz/10Hz.
FILTER: cutoff, resonance, vibrato (filter modulation), ADSR, switch between filter control- keyboard or contour OSC (ADSR). The synths filter due to it`s original architecture can be used as additional oscillator when filter`s resonance knob in self-oscillaltion position and it sounds really weird and interesting!
AMPLIFIER: ADSR, main volume, on/off synthesizer."
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Saturday, March 07, 2026
Phonec3 Synthesizer by Psychic Modulation (No Talking)
video upload by Elektronick Musick
https://www.psychicmodulation.com/pho...
"Evolution of the original Phonec Synthesizer, retaining it's distinctive character while introducing new and expanded features with an improved workflow.
Inspired by the remnants of the video age, Phonec3 embraces the haunting qualities of decay and imperfection, exploring the various facets of aging sound. Drifting tones, fragile textures, faded melodies, distant atmospheres and irregular harmonics form a palette that feels organic and evolving. Aside from it's quirky nature, Phonec3 is a unique and powerful synthesizer, capable of producing a wide range of sounds in the realm of vintage analogue tones, lo-fi synthscapes, ethereal ambiance, minimal techno sequences, retro leads and hard hitting synth basses. It's intuitive GUI attempts to strike a balance between form and function, making it a very practical tool that can be creatively inspiring to work with."
Features:
Dual Oscillators with various combinations: Mix, Ring, X-wave, logic.
Sub Oscillator for beefing up the low end.
Cascading lowpass filter with 4 stages + Milk & Acid Filters.
Post Highpass Filter.
Pre/Post Filter Distortion.
3-Stage Filter Separation.
Melt: A unique feature that adds instant character to any patch with drifting pitch and amplitude fluctuations.
Extended Melt functionality with extra tweaks under the hood.
Arpeggiator that works in conjunction with a set of Note & Modulation Sequencers.
Note Sequencer: 16-step pattern sequencer for pitch ranging -/+ one octave.
Scale Mode: Locks the Note Sequencer to scale for snapping to harmony.
Pitch Wheel Quantizer for note-stepped pitch bending that can snap to Scale Mode.
Modulation Sequencer: 16-step pattern sequencer for amplitude and filter cutoff.
3 LFOs: BPM or Manual modes w/ Keytracking, and Note Retrigger.
HFO (High Frequency Oscillator): FM style audio-rate modulator.
3 Modulation Envelopes for several additional parameters.
Aftertouch and Modwheel control of multiple parameters at once.
On-board FX include:
EQ: A 3-Band Parametric Equalizer.
Chorus: A lush chorus with multi-voice stereo spread.
Echo: A dub-style delay unit with bandpass filter.
Pan-Tracking.
Patch Randomization of Sub-sections.
Sub-presets: load/save settings for sub sections
Preset Import from Phonec2 (bank import coming soon)
Custom GUI scaling.
Intuitive patch management system.
Several presets to get you started.
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Friday, March 06, 2026
Equations: Graphing Calculator Synthesizer by Decent Samples
Playing around with the Equations Synth video upload by Peter Kirn
"I am not going to write a Kraftwerk reference here.
This is too awesome. Review -- and more on the TI calculator hardware and how it's been used for music:
https://cdm.link/making-music-on-the-..."
via https://www.decentsamples.com
Where mathematics meets music: a unique synthesizer plugin that puts the power of mathematical expression directly at your fingertips. Instead of selecting from preset waveforms, you write your own equations to generate completely unique sounds.
Equation Synth is a unique synthesizer plugin that puts the power of mathematical expression directly at your fingertips. Instead of selecting from preset waveforms, you write your own equations to generate completely unique sounds. Whether you’re a sound designer seeking unprecedented sonic possibilities or a music producer looking for fresh, distinctive textures, Equation Synth opens up an infinite universe of waveforms limited only by your imagination.
Comprehensive Modulation System
Bring your equations to life with an extensive modulation matrix featuring:Modulation Sources:
3 Envelopes (ADSR) with tempo sync options
3 LFOs with multiple waveform shapes (sine, square, saw), tempo sync, and delay
Note Velocity for dynamic expression
Modwheel for performance control
MPE Support: Timbre and Pressure for expressive multi-dimensional control
Modulation Destinations:
Route modulation to virtually any parameter including:
Volume, Pitch (Coarse/Fine)
All Equation Parameters (A, B, C, D)
Graph parameters (Scale X/Y, Offset X)
Filter Cutoff and Resonance
Noise Level
Effect parameters (Chorus, Delay, Reverb, and more)
Effects Chain
Polish your equation-based sounds with a professional effects suite:
Delay: Stereo offset, feedback, tempo-synced timing
Harmonic Reverb: Room size, damping, and mix controls
Chorus: Modulation depth and rate
Tape Simulator: Wow, Flutter, Saturation, as well as various tape player emulations
Intuitive Interface Design
Inspired by classic calculator aesthetics, Equation Synth features:
LCD-style display showing equation input and real-time waveform visualization
Tabbed interface organizing Equation, Synth, Modulation, Effects, and Note settings
Integrated help system with context-sensitive guidance
Virtual MIDI keyboard for quick auditioning
Scalable, resizable window
Preset management system for saving and recalling your creations
Advanced MIDI & MPE Capabilities
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