ELZ_1 play V2 x Kuro Kasetto — Eurorack Session

video upload by SONICWARE

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For this piece, I used the preset 'Resophonic Gt', a plucked-style sound with a short envelope that gives it a string-like, percussive character, perfect for melodies and short phrases.
I worked with the Wavetable engine, switching between several waves: '2 Echos' (my favorite), 'Clavinet', 'AnotherWT', 'Electric Piano', and 'FM+Crush'.
For effects, I alternated between 'Grain Particle' and 'Grain Uncertain' to add that beautiful granular texture, and used a 'Plate reverb' as the master effect.

To integrate the ELZ_1 play with my Eurorack setup, I used the Collide 4 module by Joranalogue and Hainbach to match the signal levels to Eurorack standards and to take advantage of its filter and amplifier.
I began by recording some 2 Echos notes into the Morphagene by Make Noise, then pitched them down and layered another take on top, letting the module work its magic to further enhance the sound.
I also added a few notes from different sequencers and oscillators, blending them into the mix, which was processed through the Typhoon module for additional movement and texture.

Next, I recorded several loops: Clavinet on channel 1, Electric Piano on channel 2, and FM+Crush on channel 3. Each loop has a different length, and I played them in offset so they evolve in an asynchronous, shifting way.
While performing, I also reversed playback back and forth, creating variation in both notes and texture so the piece never repeats in the same way.

For the live part, I used AnotherWT and 2 Echos, experimenting with effects and octaves. These layers were recorded into channel 4 of the looper in real time, following the same offset looping approach as earlier in the piece.
During recording, I used the Collide 4 to shape and amplify the ELZ_1 play’s signal, adding even more character to the sound, and the Typhoon module to blend everything together in a beautiful, immersive space.

It’s a piece that invites exploration, one could easily spend hours lost in the endless sonic possibilities of the ELZ_1 play and modular synthesis.

Kuro Kasetto (@kurokasetto)"

Dr.Sample SP303 & Fostex X-12 - Ambient

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"A small ambient jam, using the Dr. Sample SP-303 and the Fostex X-12. The SP is playing some synth sounds, and the Fostex is playing some drones along with birdsong, creating a nice ambient atmosphere."

Sen Senra - Blue Jeans Y Un Crop Top (Ambient Remix)

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"An ambient remix of the song 'Blue Jeans Y Un Crop Top' by Sen Senra."

Cassette Player Delay - Monome Norns Shield

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"Using two cassette players—one for recording and the other for playback—creates a delay effect. In the video, the Marantz player is both recording and playing back, while the Walkman is only playing back. The main sound is generated using some scripts from the Norns Shield by Monome."

Modular Eurorack Notes

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"Small patch on my modular system, playing around with notes and creating different sounds. Just having fun with the Eurorack (:"

Monome Norns Shield (Fall) & Eurorack - Ambient Journey On A Monday Morning

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"A chilled-out ambient journey to start the week, using the Monome Norns Shield with the 'Fall' script and a Eurorack modular setup. This patch is a mix of soft textures, evolving drones, and smooth rhythms, created with modules like Collide 4, Typhoon, Esquivel, Morphagene, o_C, Pamela's New Workout, Muxlicer, and more. Perfect for that peaceful Monday morning vibe or just to relax and get lost in sound."

Ambient Evening - Elektron Digitakt & Modern Sounds Pluto

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"Little ambient jam on a evening with the Digitakt II by Elektron and Pluto by Modern Sounds."

Suiko ST-60 - Song Number 91 (Plus Walrus Audio SLÖ)

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"Suiko ST-60 song number (Plus Walrus Audio SLÖ)

The Suiko ST60 includes several songs, this is one of them."

Modern Sounds Pluto & Hologram Microcosm - Ambient

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"First and simple patch on Modern Sounds' Pluto, accompanied by Hologram's Microcosm."

Ambient Keys - Elektron Digitakt

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"Ambient keys with the Elektron Digitakt.

Kuro Kasetto
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Bandcamp: https://kurokasetto.bandcamp.com/music
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My Neighbor Totoro - Path Of The Wind - Suiko ST-60

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"Musical piece performed on the Suiko ST-60. From the movie: My Neighbor Totoro. Titled: Path Of The Wind by composer Joe Hisaishi."

Ambient Jam - Soma Labs Lyra-8/Meng Qi Wingie 2/Chase Bliss MOOD/Korg SQ1

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"A litlle ambient jam using the Lyra-8 as the main sound source.
Wingie 2 processes the signal from the Lyra-8 while the Sq1 sequences certain notes in the Wingie 2, the Mood adorns the sound."

Everything Stays - Adventure Time - Ambient MniMix

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"A small cover/MiniMix of the song "Everything Stays" from the animated series 'Adventure Time'."

Bandcamp: https://kurokasetto.bandcamp.com/music

Beautiful Japanese "Synthesizer" - Suiko ST-60 - Song Number 28

video upload by Kuro Kasetto

"Oh the wonderful Suiko ST60 sounds so nice, so many songs and so many possibilities to create.
The audio files of the song are available on my Patreon (:"