STUDIO ELECTRONICS OBIE RACK

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via this Reverb listing

"The Studio Electronics Obie Rack is a rare, custom 19-inch rackmount unit containing two vintage Oberheim SEM (Synthesizer Expander Module) units combined with a custom MIDI interface by Studio Electronics.

Key Features

Core Sound: Houses two original 1978 Oberheim SEM analog synth modules for classic, warm analog tones.

MIDI Integration: Upgraded by Studio Electronics with MIDI control (including velocity/dynamics, modulation, and aftertouch).

Front Panel Controls: Includes adjustments for octave range, multi-trigger, MIDI channel, pitch bend, LFO, glide, and volume.

Rear Panel Connections: Features MIDI In/Out/Thru, standard unbalanced mono audio outputs, and an IEC power socket.

Rarity: Estimated at roughly 100 units ever built/modified by Studio Electronics."

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The best groovebox he's ever played | Akai MPC Key 37 G2 live performance

video upload by Jay Hosking

"Please support my work on Patreon: / jayhosking
A live synthesizer performance using only the MPC Key 37 G2.

To be clear: I bought this synth with my own money, thanks to the support of my Patreon community. So while I recognize that the following praise seems effusive, it's the truth.

I got into hardware through grooveboxes. I started with the Novation Circuit and got more complex from there. The groovebox—sequencer, multiple timbres of synth, drums, samples, and effects—is my happy place. And while many devices have been good, I've never found "the one", that one groovebox that does everything you want it to do. Until now, maybe.

I've played with MPCs quite a bit over the last few years, but this newest generation, and this model in particular, is the one. It's a combination of things: a mature platform with fast loading and workflow; every conceivable sound type I want, from synths to samples to piano; a robust collection of effects, with great reverbs, delays, and ways to mess up a sound; more tracks than I'll ever need for a song; a sequencer without the limitations of 64 or 128 steps; clip launching; simple audio recording in; auto-sampling to capture your own sounds; MIDI in and out via 5-pin DIN and USB; MIDI learn with peripheral MIDI controllers that works flawlessly; USB multi-track audio recording that just works without a hitch; so much more.

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Unboxing and First Impressions — ASM's Leviasynth.

video upload by Noisegate

"The ASM Leviasynth has landed at Noisegate. We first saw it at the ASM booth at NAMM and we've finally got one in the studio — so here's the unboxing, the first patches, and a proper dig through the algorithmic engine, the analog filter, the effects chain and that four-octave ribbon.

▬▬▬ SPECS ▬▬▬
16-voice hybrid (digital oscillators + analog filter)
8 oscillators per voice, 7 synthesis types, 140+ algorithms
4-pole analog low-pass filter with pre-drive + multimode digital filter
61-note Polytouch polyphonic aftertouch keybed, MPE
4-octave pitch ribbon (doubles as a sequencer step controller)
3-track sequencer + arpeggiator
8 macro controls, deep mod matrix
Pre-FX, delay, reverb and post-FX
CV/Gate I/O — assignable mod in/out, pitch, gate, clock
MIDI in/out/thru, USB, expression + sustain, front-facing headphone out
Aluminium chassis

▬▬▬ CHAPTERS ▬▬▬
0:00 Unboxing
0:31 What is the Leviasynth?
1:05 First preset, first play
1:30 Panel tour and layout
2:52 The analog filter and pre-drive
3:43 8 oscillators, 16 voices
5:24 Random patch generation
6:22 Building from an init patch
6:58 Mod matrix: LFO to oscillator feedback
8:17 How the algorithms actually work
9:35 Performance controls and patch browsing
10:41 The four-octave pitch ribbon
12:21 Arpeggiator
12:54 Signal path and effects
14:06 Delay and sync
17:53 The 3-track sequencer
19:22 Ribbon sequencer step mode
19:53 Build quality and I/O
20:30 Final thoughts"

Tonverk OS 1.4.0 - Overbridge, FX Swapping and More!

video upload by umonox

"Today, Elektron has released OS 1.4.0 for the Tonverk - adding Overbridge Multitrack Streaming, FX Swapping and more!

In this Video i show you how Overbridge Multitrack Streaming works at the moment (using Ableton Live) and i give you an Overview of other neat Features that they added in this OS Update."

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:24 - Overbridge (Initial Multitrack Streaming explained)
07:36 - FX Swapping (How it works, What it's good for)
11:52 - Still no Update for the Subtracks :-(
12:34 - New Track Macros (Keytracking and Velocity)
12:59 - Resampling the Send-Tracks
15:22 - Conlusion (Outro)


Tonverk 1.4.0 OS Upgrade

video upload by Elektron

"Time for a brand new Tonverk OS! 1.4.0 is available to download today, and adds Overbridge multistream functionality, additional options in each track’s modulation setup, pattern transpose, FX order swap, reload parameter page, copy, paste, and clear patterns in-pattern, filter and search in the Presets menu, and a whole load more features, improvements, and fixes."

Addtional details:

"Tonverk continues to grow, and with 1.4.0 it now gets Overbridge multitrack streaming. This new OS also adds more features on top of that, including additional options in each track’s modulation setup, pattern transpose in semitones, FX order swap, reload parameter page, and a whole load more features, improvements, and fixes.

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Cherry Audio Introduces Memorymode 2

video uploads by Cherry Audio

Playlist:

1. Cherry Audio | Introduction to Memorymode 2 with Tim Shoebridge
2. Cherry Audio | "Memory Flow" by Steve Peglar with Memorymode 2
3. Cherry Audio | Foundation Presets Pack for Memorymode 2

"Memorymode 2 - Inspired by one of the most iconic polyphonic programmable analog synthesizers of the 1980s: the legendary Memorymoog. This is not just a basic version update; Cherry Audio has completely transformed its highly acclaimed 2021 flagship synthesizer by employing cutting-edge analysis and emulation techniques, resulting in unmatched accuracy and precision. Furthermore, we have significantly expanded its features, firmly establishing Memorymode 2 as the definitive successor to both the original synth and our groundbreaking tribute to it.

https://cherryaudio.com/products/memo...

Memorymode 2 is now available for only $69 at cherryaudio.com and at authorized resellers. Owners of Memorymode version 1 can upgrade to Memorymode 2 at the discounted price of only $39 from the Cherry Audio store at https://store.cherryaudio.com/bundles..."

User videos:



Playlist:

1. Memorymode 2 by Cherry Audio: the Memorymoog comes alive again! - CatSynth TV
2. Cherry Audio Memorymode V2 Fantastic Virtual Analog Synthesizer Moog VST - Rik Marston Official
3. Cherry Audio | Foundation Presets Pack for Memorymode 2 - James Dyson
4. New Synthesizer Cherry Audio MemoryMode V2 - James Dyson Live Stream

Foundation Presets Pack:

"100% of the proceeds from August sales of Foundation go to The Bob Moog Foundation!

Discover an impressive array of sounds with the Foundation Preset Pack for Memorymode 2, available exclusively from Cherry Audio for only $9.99. All proceeds from August 2026 sales of this pack will benefit the ‪@moogfoundation‬, now celebrating its 20th anniversary. The Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of synthesizer pioneer Bob Moog through education, archives, and the Moogseum.

https://store.cherryaudio.com/presets...

This massive collection features 275 additional presets, expertly crafted by the select team of sound designers James Dyson, Scott McAuley, and Ger Hughes. These presets fully utilize the innovative features of Memorymode 2, including layers and splits, polyphonic sequencers, the Touch Animator, dual arpeggiators, and the updated effects library. The result is a stunning showcase of additional dynamic sounds and motion for Memorymode 2.

The Bob Moog Foundation: https://moogfoundation.org/

Our deepest thanks go to the team of James Dyson (‪@James-Dyson‬), Scott McAuley (‪@scottmcauleysounds‬), and Ger Hughes of CustomSonics (https://customsonics.bandcamp.com/) for the donation of their time and talent to this effort.

This preset pack requires ownership of the Memorymode 2 synthesizer by Cherry Audio. Once you obtain it, the collection will be automatically downloaded and added to your presets."

Update: press release follows:

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Free Korg MS2000 Editor Librarian | Web MIDI Patch Manager

video upload by Ian Dixon

"In this video I demonstrate my free browser-based Web MIDI editor and librarian for the Korg MS2000, built to make it easier to manage patches, audition sounds, load SysEx banks and edit programs in real time.

The MS2000 is a brilliant virtual analogue synth, but managing lots of patches from the front panel can be slow. This editor lets you enable Web MIDI, read the programs from the synth, save and reload larger patch libraries, load compatible MicroKorg SysEx banks, send sounds to the MS2000 without overwriting memory, tweak oscillator, filter, envelope, LFO, effects and motion sequencer settings, and try controlled randomisation for new happy-accident sounds.

https://thedigitallifestyle.com/w/TDL...

Chapters:
00:00 Korg MS2000 editor-librarian intro
00:31 Free browser-based Web MIDI tool
00:56 Enabling MIDI and choosing ports
01:08 Reading programs from the MS2000

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Nord Modular Editor: Major Community Update + G2 Preview

video upload by Peter Plugs Patches

"A walkthrough of the new updates on the NordModularEditor website. A big overhaul was done by adding a whole new community layer to the site: share patches, browser other people's patches, like them, etc. Also: a quick preview of the upcoming support for Nord Modular G2 synths.

#nordmodular #clavia #nordmodularg1 #nordmodularg2

nordmodulareditor.com

00:00 Intro
00:42 Community layer
01:33 Profile page
01:57 Patch detail page
02:14 Homepage

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MPEdie — Free MPE Controller for iOS | Full Walkthrough & Tutorial

video upload by Diego Capoccitti

"MPEdie is a free MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) controller app for iOS. In this walkthrough I'll show you the main features and how to use them — perfect both as a demo and as a quick tutorial to get started.

Download it for free on the App Store:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mpedie-...

MPEdie turns your iPhone or iPad into an expressive MPE controller, letting you play with per-note pitch bend, glide, and other expressive gestures that follow the geometry of the keyboard — just like a real MPE instrument.

If you're into MPE synths, expressive MIDI controllers, or just want a free, easy way to add expression to your playing on iOS, give MPEdie a try.

#MPE #MIDI #iOSMusic #MusicProduction

Free to download — no subscription required."

SUPER 606 - DRUM MACHINE | iPhone/iPad

video upload by MATTHEW FECHER

Super 606 by AudioKit Pro | Drum Machine Presets Demo & Walkthrough

video upload by Moby Pixel

"Today we are taking a look at Super 606 by AudioKit Pro for iOS inspired by the legendary Roland 606 drum machine. It has been a while since AudioKit released a drum centric app and this one might just be the droids you are looking for. In this video, I’ll give a quick walkthrough of the app and demo a bunch of presets.

Chapters:
0:00 Super 606 Intro
1:15 Sound Editing
2:58 Presets Demo

Thanks for watching!
Nick C.
Moby Pixel"



Inspired by classic hardware. *Roland Cloud and TR-606 are trademarks of Roland Corporation. SUPER 606 is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roland Corporation.

SUPER 606 features SYNTH generated drums. Give your music movement, character, and life.

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Ellitone Osage Modular Synthesizer System (EOMSS) system #000 Prototype Plays Bach

video upload by ellitone instruments

"Ellitone Osage Modular Synthesizer System (EOMSS) system #000. This was the final prototype system built before official production began. Usually, I do not keep my prototype units around for very long. I see the destruction of prototypes as an essential part of progress, a sacrifice to the forces of forward momentum. However, this system was good enough that it deserved to survive. This system is 98% identical to the production units that followed. The ONLY real difference between this system and the later production units is the USB connection style. This system has a hard-wired USB connection that runs out of the bottom of the case. The USB connector on the back of the case itself is NOT connected here. Also, on the back of the case there is a defunct 5-pin din MIDI connector that also is not connected. Other than these minor technical differences, this system is in perfect working order and sounds truly fantastic in every way. The pcb circuity in this system is all through-hole hand assembled and includes hand-matched transistor pairs in the expo-converters. It tracks very well across 5 octaves. It has been very fun getting this system ready for sale and hearing it roar again. This modular system is something special, I know that someone out there will appreciate this opportunity to acquire something truly out of the ordinary. -ellis"

ellitone.com

Echon6 Samples and a FREE Auto Sample Tool for Decent Sampler

video upload by Starsky Carr

"Point a MIDI cable at your synth, walk away, and come back to a finished Decent Sampler instrument. I've built a tool that does exactly that — and it's completely free.

The Morphor Echon6 has been on my bench for weeks now and it still sounds fabulous — that lovely organic feel I keep going on about. The whole point of this channel is to give you the experience of playing the synth yourself, so I wanted to go one better: give you the actual presets to play.

So I started auto-sampling the Echon6 on the 1010music Bento… and then remembered why sampling is such a pain. It's not the recording. It's everything after: trimming, levelling, converting, hand-building the mapping. So I spent a weekend making a tool that does the whole lot, start to finish, and now it's yours.

Runs in your browser, works on Mac and PC, comes with a full manual. You might need to install Python if your machine hasn't got it (most have). It's not a polished app with a pretty icon — you click a command file — but it works, believe me.

Honest warning: I'm not a programmer. My digital assistant did the heavy lifting. I can't offer any support on this whatsoever, because the answer will be "I haven't got a clue." It should work. Have fun with it — and do tell me what you end up sampling with it, I'd love to know.

🎹 ECHON6 SAMPLES

There's a FREE 2-preset Echon6 Decent Sampler pack to get you started, and a full 20-preset library for anyone who wants the lot — 800MB of detailed multisamples, no effects, just the raw beauty of the thing.

🎵 And stay to the end — two finished tracks from the Echon6 sessions, because the music is why we're all doing this in the first place."

FREE Auto Sampler tool → https://www.starskycarr.com/patches/p/autosampler


FREE Echon6 Decent Sampler pack (2 presets) → https://www.starskycarr.com/patches/p...

Echon6 Decent Sampler library (20 presets) → https://starsky-shop.fourthwall.com/p...

Sleepy Circuits Mezzz - Haptic Bluetooth MIDI controller

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via this Reverb listing

Demo in the listing (previously posted here, additional posts here).

"Excellent condition. Updated early 2026

Works perfectly. Low use

Handheld class compliant BLE MIDI controller

Haptic Notch knobs provide physical feedback when dialing in parameters

Central RGB eye segment display ensures you're never lost

Side buttons for channel selection

3D accelerometer, Internal Momentum Unit sends gestural data

2000mAh Battery

USB-C Rechargeable

Special integration with other Sleepy vidOS devices and works as class compliant MIDI controller"

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Korg DW-8000 Editor Librarian

video upload by Ian Dixon

"In this video I demonstrate my free Web MIDI editor and librarian for the Korg DW-8000, built to make it easier to manage patches, audition sounds, edit parameters in real time and keep a larger library of DW-8000 sounds ready to use.

The DW-8000 is a brilliant hybrid digital/analogue synth, but managing lots of patches from the front panel can be slow. This browser-based editor lets you enable MIDI, read the programs from the synth, load SysEx banks, remove duplicates, build a large patch library, send sounds to the DW-8000, tweak filters and waveforms, view envelopes visually and save your own libraries without installing anything.

https://thedigitallifestyle.com/w/TDL...

Chapters:
00:00 DW-8000 editor-librarian intro
00:13 Why I built the editor
00:42 Browser-based Web MIDI setup
00:53 Choosing MIDI ports
00:59 Reading programs from the DW-8000
01:12 Selecting patches and sending to the edit buffer
01:25 Real-time editing
01:38 Filter, waveform and envelope controls
02:02 Viewing real-time parameter changes
02:13 Loading SysEx banks
02:42 Auditioning imported sounds
02:52 Removing duplicates and building a library
03:16 Working like a modern patch browser
03:25 Saving and loading libraries
03:44 Free browser-based tool
04:05 More editors planned and feature requests"

Storm Summoner: Turn FX pedals control into a performance

video upload by Floyd Steinberg

"Storm Summoner ( https://http://stormsummoner.com/ ) grants full access to effects pedals, enabling real-time control and tweaking with its multitude of sensors and inputs. Thanks to a huge database of pedals, setting it up is quick and easy. There's also an event handling system here that can be exploited musically in several ways.

00:00 demo
00:15 hi, what's this? / disclaimers
01:00 the general idea
01:52 hardware overview
02:42 scenes, settings and user experience
03:39 demo: controlling reverb mix with the circular touch pad
04:22 managing, changing, storing and sending settings per scene
05:15 proximity sensor
06:00 tilt sensor (and examplary setup process on device)
07:53 shake sensor
08:11 ambient light sensor
08:53 actions and streams
10:22 important considerations
10:49 expression pedal input
11:36 event handling (flagging system)
14:20 conclusion

HÄLP ZIS CHANNEL
https://www.patreon.com/floyd_steinberg
https://floydsteinberg.gumroad.com/
https://floydsteinberg.bandcamp.com/"


"Touch control: 8-zone capacitive wheel, four assignable pads, two assignable buttons, 128 scenes.

No CC tables: Onboard database of MIDI-enabled pedals.

It just works: Automatic TRS Type A/B. Adapters included.

Hand finished: Black walnut enclosure, made in Toronto.

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1988 Studio Electronics MidiMoog Vintage Mini Moog Model D MIDI Analog Synthesizer

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via this eBay listing

"1988 Studio Electronics MidiMoog Analog Synthesizer

100% All Original MIDI MiniMoog Rack Mount Synth

Factory MiniMoog Model D Circuit Board!

For your consideration is this vintage 1988 Studio Electronics MidiMoog analog synthesizer. This excellent 100% all original example is in perfect working order. It appears to be a pre-production example, having never been adorned with a serial number placard. Not many were produced, but the Studio Electronics MidiMoog features an actual Moog Model D circuit board within!"

Pics of the inside below.

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YAMAHA TQ5 & Ableton Telequencer

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

"Telequencer: https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
YAMAHA TQ5 FM Synth Sample Pack: https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
BD, SD, HiHat, Shaker, Bass, Atmos : YAMAHA TQ5

YAMAHA TQ5 × Ableton Telequencer | Reawakening the Legendary "Lately Bass" in an Improvised Session

The iconic FM bass sound of the 1980s, Lately Bass, still holds its own today with its punchy, glossy character. In this session, I brought it back to life using a YAMAHA TQ5 and a custom Ableton Live MIDI device called Telequencer.

Telequencer is a step sequencer that allows intuitive programming of pitch, duration, and MIDI CC. It also features shuffle rhythm, snake-style pattern progression (inspired by Make Noise Rene), pattern rotation, flexible step counts, and customizable reset points—tools that invite both structured and improvised approaches.

With this setup, I'm exploring a style of performance that simply wasn't possible in the 1980s:
dynamic, fluid sequencing combined with the raw sonic character of FM hardware.
This isn’t about nostalgia—it's about discovering what Lately Bass can do in a present-day creative environment."

Designing a bowed glass sound using the MIDISID control surface

video upload by MIDI IN

"The SID chip is a versatile 8-bit sound chip and has many features. The control surface allows you to tinker with these settings very easily."

https://peacockmedia.software/midisid

Schmidt Synthersisers Interview Superbooth 26.

video upload by Take the Fear out the Gear

"Hi everybody this time we bring you the Schmidt Synthersisers Interview Superbooth 26 with Axel who also gives us some new product news.

Schmidt Synth Specs
eight-voice polyphonic, true analog synthesizer with digital control and preset memories
discrete sound generation circuitry (no integrated oscillator / filter circuits on one single chip)

You want Schmidt to sound like an entire orchestra? Have a go at Schmidt's eight-part multimode. Simply select the desired preset sound, voice allocation, keyboard mapping, MIDI channel, controller-assignment, tuning, volume, panning, and output routing for each multimode part in an easy-to-survey LCD screen. Enjoy sounds as complex and dynamic as you never would have expected from one single instrument.

separate audio outputs for each voice, plus summing outputs and headphone out
1,028 single sound presets
256 multi sound presets
61 keys, semi-weighted, with velocity and aftertouch

sophisticated glide/portamento capabilities
several realtime modifiers fully programmable per preset (modwheel, stick controller, keyboard-aftertouch, four foot switches, four expression pedals)
complete MIDI implementation, MIDI via USB port and DIN sockets
all sound programming functions with dedicated frontpanel controls and switches
precise information on parameter names and current values via large LC-display
multi-color LEDs
control panel with adjustable angle
internal universal power supply
flightcase included"

Generative #ambient #synth patch: Juno 6 and DX 7 sounds mangled and driven by Shoal on DistingNT

video upload by voltryx

"A walkthrough of a slow-evolving generative ambient patch built around the Expert Sleepers Disting NT and the Shoal plug-in (https://github.com/ormermodular/shoal).

Shoal generates eight channels of notes and gates, which I route internally through CV-to-MIDI and send to an AMYboard running a mixture of Juno-6 and DX7-inspired synth voices. The audio then returns to the Disting NT for bitcrushing and Kirbinator-based mangling before passing through the Delay Magneto algorithm on the FX Aid.

This is only my first exploration of Shoal or perhaps just dipping my toes in. I look at its global scale and tempo settings, per-channel sequence lengths and evolution controls, plus the mute, density and note-range controls available from the main page.

I’m also using a small Python app I vibe-coded to assign built-in and custom AMYboard presets to different MIDI channels. Let me know in the comments if you’d like me to put it on GitHub.

Patch:
Disting NT → Shoal → CV-to-MIDI → AMYboard
AMYboard → Disting NT Bitcrusher/Kirbinator → FX Aid Delay Magneto → Mixer

#eurorack #ambientmusic #distingnt #generativemusic #modularsynth

0:00 Welcome
0:26 What are we going to do?
0:48 Patch walkthrough
1:10 FX Aid
1:30 Disting NT preset
2:00 What is Shoal?
3:15 AMYboard setup and preset manager
3:56 Outro jam"

Trix - 1973 Rhythm Machine Circuit Modeling (demo)

video upload by Hügelton Instruments

"Trix is a software recreation of a Japanese rhythm machine from 1973, built through hands-on analysis of an original unit and its analog circuitry.

Trix uses no samples. Every sound is generated in real time by models based on the original electronic circuits, from the resonant drum voices to the metallic percussion and noise-based sounds.

Features

• 100% synthesized
• Built-in rhythm patterns and sequencer
• Step sequencer and pattern editor
• Individual controls
• Master Tone and Over Drive
• Internal / Host / MIDI clock
• macOS AUv2 / VST3
• Windows VST3

Available for macOS (AUv2 / VST3) and Windows (VST3).

https://hugelton.itch.io/trix"

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