Korg multi/poly - "Space Explorations" (40 Performances)

video upload by LFOstore

"Embark on a sonic voyage through the cosmos with 'Space Exploration' — an exclusive collection of 40 meticulously crafted presets for the Korg multi/poly! This soundset captures the awe-inspiring vastness of space, from drifting stars and distant pulsars to mysterious landscapes and cosmic energy fields. Designed by renowned sound designer OttO K. Schwarz, this library harnesses the extraordinary synthesis engine to deliver rich, evolving sounds that are perfect for Berlin School music, sci-fi scoring, ambient soundscapes, and cinematic productions.

This synthesizer is a next-generation analog modeling device that combines the spirit of the legendary 1981 Mono/Poly with cutting-edge digital power, making multi/poly an ideal platform for creating complex, evolving, and deeply expressive sounds. 'Space Exploration' transforms your Korg multi/poly into a portal to the universe. Whether you're reaching for the stars or exploring the depths of inner space, these sounds will fuel your journey!

Please find more details here - https://ottolfo.sellfy.store/p/multip..."

Korg Wavestate - "Electronica" Soundset (40 Performances)

video upload by LFOstore

"Electronica: A Tribute to the Titans of Electronic Music! Embark on a sonic journey to the very foundations of electronic music with "Electronica"—an exclusive 40-preset collection for the Korg Wavestate. This meticulously crafted soundset pays homage to the pioneering spirit of electronic music, including the Berlin School and the futuristic visions of Jean-Michel Jarre and others, capturing the essence of an era where sequencers first began to dream.

Created by renowned sound designer, OttO K. Schwarz, 'Electronica' bridges the iconic, warm textures of classic analog gear with the pristine clarity and modern capabilities of the Wavestate. It’s your all-access pass to the pulsating rhythms, cosmic leads, and expansive pads that shaped a genre.

The proposed sounds will be appropriate for both studio work and live performances. Whether you're scoring a film, producing electronic music, or simply chasing inspiration, 'Electronica' bridges the past and future — one sequence at a time!

Perfect For:

Recreating the timeless vibe of 70s & 80s electronic pioneers;
Scoring cinematic, retro-futuristic, and sci-fi projects;
Producing modern electronic music with authentic foundational sounds;
Inspiring live performances with dynamic, playable patches.

Specifications

40 Exclusive, Multi-Layered Presets (4 ARPs, 2 Basses, 6 Leads, 8 Pads, 20 Sequences!): A curated toolkit for authentic electronic composition.
Intelligent Preset Mapping: All sounds are expertly assigned to the modulation wheel and X/Y pad, giving you deep, real-time control over the evolving soundscape.
Royalty-Free & Ready: 100% original content for use in any studio or live performance.
Fully Self-Contained: No external sample banks required. Works flawlessly with both the hardware and software versions of the Korg Wavestate.

Please find the soundset here - https://ottolfo.sellfy.store/wavestate/"

KORG Berlin Phase 8 | Acoustic Synthesis from First Touch to Full Jam

video upload by Noisegate

"We head to the Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio for our first hands-on look at the KORG Berlin Phase 8, one of the most unusual instruments to land on the Noisegate desk in years.
Phase 8 is built around eight electromechanical voices, each physically striking a steel resonator or tine. Instead of traditional oscillators, sound is generated through real vibrating materials, then shaped with envelopes, modulation, sequencing, and analogue wavefolding. The result feels closer to playing a physical instrument than programming a synth.

In this video, we explore:
– How Phase 8 produces sound
– Sequencing, pluck, shift and performance controls
– Acoustic interaction using everyday objects
– Processing Phase 8 with external effects
– Integrating Phase 8 into a wider live jam setup

CHAPTERS:
0:39 – Why Phase 8 Is Different
1:04 – What Is Acoustic Synthesis?
1:40 – Touch, Feedback & Physical Interaction
2:13 – Tuning, Scales & Resonators Explained
2:32 – Playing Phase 8 Like a Synth
2:41 – Per-Voice Envelopes & Velocity
3:11 – Air Slider & Raw Pickup Sound
3:35 – Shift & Pluck Performance Controls
4:27 – Sequencer Overview & Storage
4:56 – Playing a Recorded Sequence
5:06 – Step Recording & Polyrhythms
6:21 – Interacting with the Tines Physically
6:30 – Using Objects to Change the Sound
7:50 – Light vs Heavy Materials on the Tines
8:26 – Percussive & Prepared-Style Sounds
9:47 – Modulation & Tonal Experimentation
9:56 – Processing Phase 8 with External Effects
10:14 – Finding Sweet Spots with FX
10:27 – Connectivity: MIDI, USB-C, CV & Sync
10:58 – Hybrid Setup with OP-XY
11:24 – Live Jam Begins
14:29 – Reflections on Exploration & Sweet Spots
15:31 – Why Phase 8 Rewards Time & Touch
15:36 – Trying Phase 8 at MESS
16:04 – Final Thoughts & Sign-Off

We also look at how Phase 8 plays with other gear, including Teenage Engineering OP-XY and outboard effects, and why finding the “sweet spot” is such a big part of the experience."

Hacking the Korg Phase8 to uncover NEW SOUNDS

video upload by Oscillator Sink

"The Korg Phase8 has been present in the collective synth-nerd consciousness for a few years, as Korg’s Berlin skunkworks department have slowly released details and demo’d prototypes, most notably at the last two Superbooth events. An iconic, mainstream synth manufacturer like Korg, exploring and experimenting with an entirely new concept in how synthesis can be used was an exciting prospect, and captured a lot of people’s imaginations - mine included.

I was lucky enough to find time to explore those prototypes at the previous two Superbooths, and even more lucky to have Korg approach me with a completed production model to make a video about.

The final model is an impressive physical instrument, with Korg Berlin’s industrial design chops on display, but I’m here mostly to talk about the sound and the functionality of the Phase 8, so in this video I’ll explore how it operates solo, how it can be integrated into a larger setup, try out some “extended techniques” and discuss where I feel the Phase 8 could be pushed further.

Transparency notice: Korg kindly sent over the Phase8 to make videos about. They haven't requested or been granted any oversight of the contents of the videos. I haven't otherwise been paid, but I do get to keep the unit shown in this video."

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:04 What is Phase8?
03:36 Voices, Resonators and Tuning
06:17 The voice controls
07:58 The Air Control
09:03 The Mod Effects
12:44 The Sequencer
17:51 "Strum"
18:57 Control Voltage and Sync
22:13 MIDI control and CC
27:25 Can it DRONE?
29:35 Acoustic Feedback
31:53 Phase8's Untapped Potential
40:30 Final Thoughts

Korg Modwave - "Klaus Schulze Tribute" 40 Performances

video upload by LFOstore

"With all passion & inspiration we made this long awaited project – a Tribute to grandfather of Electronic music & Berlin School – dear Klaus Schulze!

BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/korg-modwa...

Working with Modwave Mk 1 & 2 – hardware & native versions.

Introducing “Tribute” soundset with 40 melodic & atmospheric performances for Korg Modwave splitted on:

Classic & modern Berlin sequences
Complex arpeggios & rhythmica
Warmy Moogy leads & solos
Beautiful big Polys & strings
Atmospheric Pads
Splits with Seq & Lead

All you are need to make a classic Berlin music track & touch the legacy of Klaus Schulze.

We was inspired by “Crystal Lake”, “Are You Sequenced” “Mirage” “Body Love” “Velvet Voyage” and other classic works.

By Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of “Organica” for Waldorf Blofeld & “WS Universe” for Korg Wavestation.

All performances contains multpile layers & MW, velocity controllers movement.
Instructions of how to are included.

All 4 Macros are used in every performance to give you organic & alive feeling of sound movement in real time.

We put all our effort & inspiration to make this patches suited for many genres & styles of electronic music.

Every patch of our soundset is musical & can be immediately used in your tracks & production."

ARP 2600 on Korg Minilogue XD | Classic Berlin School Sound

video upload by PARKER

"Korg Minilogue XD performance one synth in one take...

Korg Minilogue XD Preset Pack 'DYSTOPIA' available here: https://buymeacoffee.com/parker_ambie...

More music available here: https://jparkersound.bandcamp.com/music

Full Discography at 80% off..."

The Florian Schneider Collection to Be Auctioned at JULIEN*S November 19

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via JULIEN*S

"THE FLORIAN SCHNEIDER COLLECTION

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

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BERLIN SCHOOL SEQUENCE | ATMOSPHERE AMBIENT MUSIC

video upload by PARKER

"Korg Minilogue XD performance one synth in one take...

Korg Minilogue XD Preset Pack 'DYSTOPIA' available here: https://buymeacoffee.com/parker_ambie...

More music available here: https://jparkersound.bandcamp.com/music

Full Discography at 70% off...

#ambient #synth #electronicmusic #ambience #synthesizer #ambientartist #sounddesign #ambientmusic #berlinschool"

Korg multi/poly - Klaus Schulze Tribute 40 Performances

video upload by LFOstore

"With all passion & inspiration we made this long awaited project – a Tribute to grandfather

of Electronic music & Berlin School – dear Klaus Schulze!



BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/korg-multi...



Working with multi/poly – hardware & native versions.



Introducing 'Tribute' soundset with 40 melodic & atmospheric performances for Korg multi/poly splitted on:



Classic & modern Berlin sequences

Complex arpeggios & rhythmica

Warmy Moogy leads & solos

Beautiful big Polys & strings

Atmospheric Pads

Splits with Seq & Lead



All you are need to make a classic Berlin music track & touch the legacy of Klaus Schulze.

We was inspired by 'Crystal Lake', 'Are You Sequenced' 'Mirage' 'Body Love' 'Velvet Voyage' and other classic works.



By Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of 'Organica' for Waldorf Blofeld & 'WS Universe' for Korg Wavestation.



All performances contains multpile layers & MW controller movement.

Instructions of how to are included.



We put all our effort & inspiration to make this patches suited for many genres & styles of electronic music.
Every patch of our soundset is musical & can be immediately used in your tracks & production."

Korg Wavestate - "Dance Legends" (40 Performances)

video upload by LFOstore

"Feel the Power of Rhythm with Korg Wavestate! Ignite the dancefloor with "Dance Legends", a powerhouse collection of 40 cutting-edge performance presets for the Korg Wavestate. This essential soundset captures the explosive energy of electronic dance music's most iconic eras, delivering everything from thunderous basslines and razor-sharp leads to hypnotic pads and ready-to-play drum loops.

This collection of 40 exclusive presets are created by well-known sound designer, OttO K. Schwarz, a creator of remarkable soundsets such as “Divina”, “Berlin Era” and others. In this soundset you will find punchy drum loops and percussive sequences, sub-crushing basses and grooving synth basslines, lead weapons (from acidic squelches to soaring supersaws), transparent pads and nasty synth/plucks sounds!

All presets are modulation wheel and X/Y Pad - assigned, which gives you a wide options to rule and customize the sound. This soundset is perfect for electronic music producers, live performers and DJs, sound designers creating dance music, as well as Wavestate owners wanting ready-to-play dance presets. Whether you're crafting mainstage anthems or underground bangers, 'Dance Legends' delivers the authentic sound of dance music history with modern production gloss.

Soundset is here - https://ottolfo.sellfy.store/wavestate"

Bex Burch phase8 Performance (Superbooth 2025)

video upload by KORG berlin

"Bex Burch joined KORG berlin at Superbooth 2025 to present phase8 through this beautiful live performance, exploring the relationship between nature, machine and messy minimalism. Our team was massively honoured by her work and we're so pleased to be able to share it with you.

Sit back and have a listen—we hope it brings you as much joy as it did for us."

The Ultimate Workstation Returns – KRONOS

video upload by Korg

"Since its debut in 2011, KRONOS has been the benchmark for keyboard performance and workstation versatility. Trusted by top artists around the world, it’s powered countless performances, productions, and compositions.

Now, KRONOS returns, refreshed and refined for a new generation of creators.

What’s New in KRONOS
• 256 new programs
 – 128 brand-new sounds (including Italian Grand, Tine EP I Early)
 – 128 curated from KRONOS Sound Libraries
• Faster, more responsive TouchView display
• 60% faster startup time
• New chassis with powder-coated metal and black wood side panels

Core Features
• 9 sound engines including SGX-2 (acoustic piano), EP-1 (electric piano), MOD-7 (FM), and more
• Enhanced SGX-2 engine with Berlin and Italian grand pianos
• 8" TouchView display with drag-and-drop, parameter search, and improved response
• Set List Mode with color-coded presets, real-time notes, and built-in EQ
• Seamless Sound Transitions (SST) for smooth patch changes
• 16-track MIDI + audio recorder with 48 kHz audio and editing tools
• Advanced control surface: sliders, knobs, vector joystick
• Available in 61, 73, or 88 keys with semi-weighted or RH3 fully weighted keybeds"

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Korg Wavestate - "Berlin Era" Soundset (40 Performances)

video upload by LFOstore

"Berlin Era: A Cosmic Journey through the Golden Age of Electronic Music! Immerse yourself in the groundbreaking sounds of the classical electronic music with «Berlin Era» — a meticulously designed soundset for the Korg Wavestate, crafted to capture the hypnotic sequencers and arpeggios, cosmic leads and soaring pads that defined an era.

This collection of 40 exclusive presets are created by well-known sound designer, OttO K. Schwarz, and pays tribute to legends like Tangerine Dream and Klaus Schulze, seamlessly blending the warmth of vintage analog synthesis with the precision of modern digital sound design.

From pulsating rhythmic patterns to cosmic leads, Berlin Era equips you with the tools to recreate the iconic sound of retro-futurism, reimagine classic textures with contemporary depth and explore uncharted cosmic territories! All presets are modulation wheel and X/Y Pad - assigned, which gives you a wide options to rule and customize the sound.

The proposed sounds will be appropriate for both studio work and live performances. Whether you're scoring a film, producing electronic music, or simply chasing inspiration, Berlin Era bridges the past and future — one sequence at a time!

Please find the soundset and detailed description here - https://ottolfo.sellfy.store/wavestate/"

KORG Phase8, un sintetizador ACÚSTICO peculiar y asequible

video upload by Hispasonic

"Korg Phase8 es un dispositivo musical peculiar y asequible, con un precio por debajo de 100 €, que estará disponible a finales de año. Utiliza barras de metal accionadas por un electroimán, permitiendo generar sonidos únicos mediante la manipulación de pocos parámetros: nivel/velocidad (que puede llegar a saturar y romper el sonido) y envolvente, que controla la duración y el ataque del sonido, desde percusivo y corto hasta más suave y prolongado.

Destaca por su construcción robusta y metálica, lo que resulta sorprendente para su bajo costo. Ofrece opciones creativas como la posibilidad de añadir apagadores, golpear las barras manualmente para producir sonidos o usar la acción electrónica. Incluye un modo de grabación por pasos (step mode) que permite registrar pequeñas secuencias de hasta 8 pasos, aunque también es posible grabar a tiempo real. Cuenta con un efecto con tres variantes, incluyendo delay (desde breve tipo slap o más extenso y con feedbacknpara crear eco) o modulación, capaz de trémolo y variaciones de tono, que se pueden ajustar para añadir animación o prolongar la duración del sonido.

En cuanto a conectividad, dispone de puertos USB, MIDI, sincronismo y una entrada de voltaje que controla alguno de los parámetros comunes. Es un dispositivo rudimentario pero curioso, que da forma a un instrumento simple y económico. Aunque no se espera un rendimiento complejo, su diseño metálico y la posibilidad de experimentar con sonidos lo convierten en una propuesta muy singular, desarrollada en la sede de Korg en Berlín."

Googlish:

"The Korg Phase8 is a unique and affordable musical device, priced under €100, and available later this year. It uses metal bars driven by an electromagnet, allowing unique sounds to be generated by manipulating a few parameters: level/speed (which can saturate and break the sound) and envelope, which controls the duration and attack of the sound, from percussive and short to softer and longer.

It stands out for its robust, metal construction, which is surprising given its low cost. It offers creative options such as adding dampers, manually striking the bars to produce sounds, or using electronic action. It includes a step recording mode that allows you to record small sequences of up to 8 steps, although it is also possible to record in real time. It has an effect with three variations, including delay (from a short slap-like delay to a longer one with feedback to create echo) or modulation, capable of tremolo and pitch variations, which can be adjusted to add animation or extend the duration of the delay. sound.

In terms of connectivity, it has USB, MIDI, sync, and a voltage input that controls some common parameters. It's a rudimentary but interesting device that creates a simple and inexpensive instrument. While complex performance isn't expected, its metallic design and the ability to experiment with sounds make it a very unique offering, developed at Korg's headquarters in Berlin.

Phase 8 Acoustic Synthesizer by Korg Berlin at Superbooth25 | Interview with Tats | Audio Examples

video upload by Christian Halten

"In this 5 minutes film Tats of Korg Berlin recalls the development journey their team started a few years ago breaking new ground in electro-acoustic instrument creation. Phase 8 Acoustic Synthesizer has reached production state. The film contains short audio examples of the instrument as well. Filmed on 2025/05/09 at Superbooth25 in Berlin.

Cinematographer, Director and Producer Christian Halten

‪@KORG-berlin‬
https://korg.berlin"

Synapse Audio Dune 3 - Cinematic Movements & Berlin Sequences

video upload by LFOstore

"Lfo.store presents 'Symbiosis' for Synapse Audio Dune 3!

In this video we are showing Cinematic & Berlin side of our soundest
playing sequences,enjoy!

BUY: https://lfostore.sellfy.store/p/sr-n2...

By Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of 'Organica' for Waldorf Blofeld & 'WS Universe' for Korg Wavestation & Anton Sacral Reason author 'Stratosphere' for Wavestate.

Synapse Audio Dune 3 is a powerful synthesizer with a lot of potential and an incredible variety of sounds that we will immerse ourselves in 'Symbiosis'

40 amazing presets and sequences are waiting for you!

In the bank you will find deep sequences, sparkling arpeggios, silky pads, warm poly that will fill your compositions with new colors and emotions.

Suited for all modern genres of electronic music: retrowave, ambient, trance, house, classic electronica, downtempo.

We put all our effort & inspiration to make this patches suited for many genres & styles of electronic music.

Every patch of our soundset is musical & can be immediately used in your tracks & production.

Welcome to the universe of sounds."

12 synths, drum machines, FX & innovations you need to know from Superbooth 2025

video upload by MusicRadar Tech

"For a few years now, Berlin’s Superbooth show has been a focal point for music technology gear announcements, but the 2025 iteration took this to another level. The sheer volume and variety of new music making gear on display in and around the FEZ event space was beyond anything we’ve seen in previous years.

MusicRadar was on the ground to test everything we could get our hands on. As the show drew to a close Managing Editor Si Truss, Reviews Editor Simon Arblaster and Tech Channel Editor Matt Mullen found a quiet corner in the woods to sit down for a roundtable (sans table) discussion about their highlights from the 2025 Superbooth show floor."

In this video:
Frap Tools Magnolia – 02:03
Korg Berlin Phase8 – 05:40
Moog Messenger – 09:07
Erica Synths HexDrums – 12:16
1010music Bento – 14:58
Novation Launch Control XL 3 – 17:20
Neuzeit Instruments Drop – 19:12
Cre8audio Boom Chick – 20:51
Clank Uranograph – 22:38
Eternal Research Demon Box – 25:10
Polyend Mess – 27:20
Instruō Seashell – 29:52
Honourable mentions – 32:01

Superbooth 2025 Highlights

video upload by Thomann Synthesizers

"Just got back from this year´s Superbooth in Berlin. Here are some of our highlights.
Frap Tools just might have dropped the polysynth of the year. Intellijel surprised us with a stunning desktop mixer.
Haken Audio & La Voix Du Luthier’s resonator turns any synth into an acoustic instrument—and Korg’s Phase 8 is finally production-ready. Superbooth 2025 came through!”

Interesting bits and pieces:
00:07 Intellijel
02:01 Frap Tools
03:59 Haken Audio & La Voix Du Luthier
06:45 Korg
08:55 Make Noise
10:40 Polyend"

SUPERBOOTH 25: Korg Berlin phase8

video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"Korg Berlin are showcasing the latest version of their phase8 acoustic synthesizer, which is now approaching completion and is set for release in early 2026."

Korg Berlin Phase 8 Finally Ready For Production | Superbooth 2025

video upload by Thomann Synthesizers

"At Superbooth 2025, Korg Berlin unveiled the finalized design of the Phase8, an innovative electro-acoustic synthesizer that merges mechanical sound generation with electronic control. This instrument features eight independent electromechanical voices, each utilizing a tunable metal resonator struck by an electromagnetic actuator, allowing for dynamic and expressive sound creation.

The Phase8 offers advanced sound-shaping capabilities, including envelope control, waveshaping, tremolo, and audio modulation. A built-in sequencer with polyrhythmic capabilities enables complex rhythmic patterns and evolving sequences. Connectivity options include MIDI in/out (via mini jacks), CV input, sync in/out, USB, and a single audio output, ensuring compatibility with various setups"