The Thomas Synti 1055 is a" monophonic analog synthesizer produced in the 1970s by the Thomas Organ Company, which in 1973 acquired the rights to produce the Moog Satellite, one of the first synthesizers made by the historic American company.The original design was extended and improved by Thomas engineers, who managed to create an instrument that was more comfortable and simple to use live, while maintaining the same character and sonic depth as its predecessor.The completely analog heart of this instrument consisted of a single relaxation oscillator, capable of generating a single sawtooth (or square) wave, which was then filtered and processed by various downstream circuits to shape its harmonic content and envelope. It's clear that these techniques couldn't achieve "realistic" sounds in the modern sense of the word, but they still managed to create unique timbres, still very interesting today, which inspired much of the music of the time."
"This demo explores the overlap between modern digital synthesis and classic instruments. The @GrooveSynthesis 3rd Wave 8M sits at the center, supported by the warmth of the OB-X and the expressive touch of the CP70 electric grand piano. Using presets by @devinbelangermusic and @MattJohnsonskeyspace
I am not yet good enough to program it myself - their sounds are a wonderful start to get to know the instrument and its vast sonic possibilities. #3rdwave"
"This beautiful 80’s vintage synth, the Korg Polysix, had been previously upgraded with the Kiwisix Mod and a Kiwisix Power Supply. So basically, classic Polysix sounds with a modern touch! Will be packaged very securely for shipment.
Also comes with a very rare vintage Korg hard case that was designed specifically for the Polysix.
— Kiwisix Mod & PSU Upgrade —
Eliminates voltage inconsistencies, noise, and the infamous leaked battery issues that plague the classic Polysix.
Adds MIDI in/out, master clock control, key transpose, built-in sequencer, enhanced arpeggiator, etc.
Comes preinstalled with Korg’s original 64 stock presets. The mod now allows you to store a total of 512 total presets."
Disclaimer: This is an unofficial add-on to the M user manual, describing some of extra features added from firmware 1.05 up to firmware 1.11. This add-on also covers some complex aspects of the Multi Mode, which remains somewhat unusual.
Author: Vladi Salnikov aka VladiS.
Algorithms of FW version 1.11:
Varysaw: A VA oscillator ranging from SAW through PULSE to TRI.
Wave (red encoder): Mixes from 0 to 31 from SAW to PULSE; 32 is pure PULSE, and 33 to 63 mixesfrom PULSE to TRI.
Meta parameter: Pulse width for PULSE, adjustable from 5% to 95%.
CSAW: A famous Yamaha CS-80 saw oscillator with mutation towards a parabolic oscillator.
Wave : Controls the amplitude of the “step” component of the saw wave.
Meta parameter: Mixes between this saw wave and the parabolic saw wave.
Waveshpr: A SAW to TRI oscillator fed into a mild waveshaper.
Wave : 0 is pure SAW, 1-62 mixes between SAW and TRI, and 63 is pure TRI.
Meta parameter: Depth of the waveshaper.
TriplSaw: A stack of three SAW oscillators; two are detuned slightly higher and lower than the third.
Wave : Controls the amplitude of the “central” SAW oscillator relative to the two “side” SAWs.
Meta parameter: Detuning factor, from 0 to maximum detune.
S/T Fold: A SIN wave folding oscillator that folds the chosen crossmixed wave between SIN and TRI waves.
Wave : 0 is pure SIN, 1-62 mixes between SIN and TRI, and 63 is pure TRI.
Meta parameter: Folding depth.
FM 2 OP: Classic simple two-operator FM synthesis. OP1 (modulator) generates a sine wave that modulates the phase of OP2 (carrier). Both operators generate sinewaves; the algorithm's output is the carrier signal.
Wave: Maps values from 0 to 63 to harmonics ratios of 1 to 8 in stepped increments.
Meta parameter: Amount of phase modulation applied to the carrier.
Note: More than 30 sounds from this 50-preset library were used to create these demos. What you hear is what you get!
Tired of fighting with SynthMaster 3's complex interface? NatLife Sounds brings you the ultimate solution: the Official Melodic Techno Soundset for SynthMaster 3!
This bank features 50 professional, club-ready patches meticulously crafted to deliver the driving energy and deep emotion of modern Melodic Techno. Forget endless tweaking – these sounds are designed to inspire and make your tracks instantly stand out.
In this video, hear the raw power of our new soundset for SM3:
Punchy Basslines: The foundation of any killer Melodic Techno track. Driving Leads: Hooks that will stay in your listener's head. Atmospheric Pads: Deep and evolving textures for emotional breakdowns. Crisp Plucks & FX: The details that bring your production to life.
Why choose NatLife's Melodic Techno for SynthMaster 3?
Official Quality: Approved by KV331 Audio, ensuring seamless integration and top-tier sound.
Expertly Designed: Created by NatLife, a trusted name in sound design, known for impactful and inspiring presets.
Instant Inspiration: Spend less time on sound design and more time making music with ready-to-use patches.
Tracklist / ID Demo: 00:00 - NatLife - ID 1 (Melodic Techno Energy) 01:37 - NatLife - ID 2 (Deep & Atmospheric) 03:37 - NatLife - ID 3 (Driving Peak Time)"
Over 300 one-shot samples, 20 loops, nine sample chains and a bespoke Ableton Live instrument rack - this is my love-letter to the Erica Synths x Hexinverter HexDrums!
The HexDrums is a modern hybrid analogue drum machine released by Latvian powerhouse Erica Synths - the analogue circuits are derived from the Mutant Drums eurorack modules created by Canadian sonic maestros Hexinverter, while Erica Synths provided a version of their digital Cymbals module for maximum sonic flexibility.
The HexDrums is a punchy and performative drum machine, representing a vintage soul with modern trimmings. This pack is my attempt to squeeze every last drop of variety from each voice, allowing a sampler to act as a more flexible and economical doppelgänger for the hardware.
One-Shots (304): Recorded through high-quality preamps and encoded in 24-bit 48kHz, these individually-crafted and diverse sounds push the entire sonic potential of the device, grouped by voice type into folders:
Loops (20): A selection of click-free loops carefully recorded from the hardware through high-quality preamps, and encoded in 24-bit 48kHz and organised by BPM.
Sample Chains (9): All one-shot samples of each type contained within separate files and equally-spaced designed to efficiently work as a single ‘track’ of any sampler with a slice function but with the Elektron Octatrack in mind (16-bit 44.1kHz). Octatrack users can simply transfer each chain and corresponding (.ot) data file onto their CF cards for instant pre-sliced results.
Ableton Live Selector Kit (designed with Ableton Live 12 Suite): Designed to capture the analogue heart of the machine, this Ableton Live project houses a custom drum rack containing all the variants of the one-shots from each kit type, selectable with a macro knob and set to cycle through the different samples of each sound type, as well as individual voice settings, presets for each voice and overall kit settings including compression and EQ.
This pack aims to capture every nook and cranny of this device - each individual sound recorded with attention-to-detail and organised in a logical fashion. Enjoy!"
"Efsanevi Prophet geleneğini modern mühendislikle buluşturan Fourm, tamamen analog ses yoluna sahip 4 sesli bir polifonik synthesizerdır.👾
Vintage Sequential’ın karakteristik sıcaklığı, modern ve sert bir ses karakteriyle birleşiyor. Ortaya çıkan sonuç ise zamansız, sıcak ve organik seslere sahip; güçlü ve ilham verici bir synth!🔥"
Googlish:
"Combining the legendary Prophet tradition with modern engineering, the Fourm is a 4-voice polyphonic synthesizer with a completely analog signal path.👾
The characteristic warmth of vintage Sequential is combined with a modern and powerful sound character. The result is a powerful and inspiring synth with timeless, warm, and organic sounds!🔥"
"The Novation Nova Desktop is over 25 years old — yet it’s still used, discussed, and loved by many electronic musicians.
In this video, I take an honest and critical look at the Nova from today’s perspective:
its sound engine, workflow, modulation depth, strengths, limitations, and how it compares to other late-90s virtual analog classics like the JP-8000 and Access Virus.
This is a pure hardware-focused review.
There are no VST comparisons, no modern software emulations, and no plug-ins involved.
The goal is to evaluate the Nova as what it is: a standalone hardware synthesizer with its own character.
Whether you’re into trance, techno, ambient, or classic electronic sounds — this review looks at why the Nova still matters in 2025.
#NovationNova #JP8000 #HardwareSynth #VirtualAnalog
#90sSynth #SynthReview #VintageDigital #supersaw #AccessVirus
#TranceSynth #TechnoSynth #ElectronicMusic #synthesizer #NoVST
00:00 Intro
01:00 History & Context
02:00 Soundengine
03:13 Core Sound Demos
04:50 Effects
05:20 Arpeggiator
06:35 Musical Context & Sound Demos
07:30 Key Era Sound // Doublesaw
08:39 Nova - The better JP8000?
10:00 Performance Mode Trance
11:15 Verdict
11:50 Buy or leave?"
"This Rhodes Chromas is in perfect working order, sounds absolutely great, and has been thoroughly updated & reconditioned:
• CC+ Kit Installed – The original CPU board has been removed and replaced with the fabulous CC+ kit. The Chroma CC+ Kit (CPU Plus) significantly upgrades the original Rhodes Chroma synthesizer by adding essential modern features like integrated MIDI, much more program storage (200 programs in 4 banks) instead of the original's limited space, better control over parameters, and expanded MIDI functionality. It essentially modernizes the vintage keyboard, making it fully controllable via MIDI and allowing for complex patch management. It also replaces the original battery-backed memory with non-volatile RAM, eliminating the need to replace the batteries, and removing the danger of battery acid damage.
• MIDI Adapter Included – The Chroma can now send and receive MIDI. With its wooden, velocity-sensitive keyboard, it becomes a fantastic MIDI controller.
• New Power Supply Installed – The original power supply included a large, heavy transformer, and generated a lot of heat. The new switching power supply, designed in Italy specifically for the Chroma, is energy-efficient, reliable, and regulated, ensuring that the Chroma will be stable and noise-free.
• Serviced – All voice cards have had new capacitors installed. All faulty 4000-series logic chips have been replaced, along with several faulty op-amps. Faulty traces and connectors have been replaced.
All voices pass auto-tune test and play perfectly. We’ve burned in the Chroma for 8+ hours and it works perfectly and stays in tune. All keys have been removed and cleaned, and the action feels great. All key contacts have been cleaned and work correctly, with good velocity response.
Cosmetically, the Chroma has some scratches and marks from its 40+ years of use, but overall it’s quite presentable as you can see in the photos.
The Chroma includes the original flight case – however, the foam has gone bad, and has been removed. The flight case would need to be re-foamed to be used to transport the instrument.
The Chroma is available for pickup in Las Vegas, Nevada. We can also personally deliver the Chroma to the Los Angeles, Phoenix, or St. George areas for $150.
The attached video demonstrates the Chroma playing three of the factory preset sounds.
I also have a video showing all 8 voice cards (16 oscillators, 16 filters, 16 VCAs) passing auto-tune without any errors that I can send upon request."
FARFISA POLYCHROME - 1979
A gigantic instrument with an equally huge sound - was this the ultimate string machine of the era? With 4 independent sections of Divide Down-based instruments with lots of modulation capabilities - our bets are in.
The Polychrome uses octave-divider technology to achieve full polyphony meaning you can effectively play a 61 note chord.
It's a big-boned piece of gear, wide and surprisingly deep - it shares the same measurements as the ELKA SYNTHEX but adds a couple of kilos of weight - this to comfortably fit all the circuit boards inside.
We have an additional unit available for purchase - in excellent condition with the original carrying bag included - if you're interested please don't hesitate to contact us for more info, price and photos.
Most of the Farfisa Polychrome specifications are in the video as text already but a quick spec sheet would look like this :
There are four main instrument groups with individual preset sounds that are selectable one at a time
1. Percussive - 6 presets in. all (Piano, Harpsichord, Clavichord and the latest in modern piano emulation - Honky Tonk). This section is equipped with a dedicated filter with Brilliance, Decay and Emphasis parameters, effectively it doubles as a polyphonic synthesizer section.
2. Strings - 1 single preset with 3 octaves selectable simultaneously to form a massively huge string section.
3. Ensemble - 3 Brass preset sounds with an expanded filter section of brilliance and emphasis filter as well as attack and decay controls. There's an error in the video text here : all presets are 'free' - meaning you can adjust the parameters of all sounds. You can get a wide variety of sounds here, from synth leads to basses, brassy chords, you name it.
4. Vocal Chorus - Now this is special : 3 haunting choir preset sounds with an additional free mode, with access to Resonance and Cutoff parameters."
Junior is a 4-bit wavetable synthesizer based on the soundchip of our favorite vintage handheld video game console, bringing the raw and primitive tones of the original into present day.
All sounds in this video are 100% made with Junior without effects."
"Junior is a 4-bit wavetable synthesizer based on the soundchip of our favorite vintage handheld video game console, bringing the raw and primitive tones of the original into present day.
Not only is Junior the perfect lo-bit playground but also a completely unapologetic synthesizer with a unique palette that holds a very special place in many of our hearts. Perhaps it can find its way into yours too.
Based on the limitations and characteristics of the Nintendo Game Boy™ soundchip, Junior emits raw and harmonically rich 4-bit values that will cut through anything. From 0 to 15, there is nothing more and nothing less.
The tone generator in Junior plays back a custom wave buffer of 32 4-bit values which gets transformed by different sound shaping controls. Paired with a 7-bit LFSR noise generator, they form the perfect lo-bit palette.
Junior has four flexible modulators inspired by modulation sequencers often used in trackers (LSDj, Defmon, M8 ..) called Tables. The 16-step modulation table in Junior can be configured as an LFO, envelope, arpeggiator, MIDI input mapper and more.
While Junior simulates the Game Boy™ sound, it's not a strict emulation by design. It expands upon the original capabilities with a modern feature-set and control while staying true to the original. The balance between accuracy and fun is just right.
"All sounds, except for the drums, were recorded directly from the synthesizer to the audio interface and were not processed by any VST plugins. All effects are taken from the synthesizer and are contained in patches.
Was used 'Oberheim TEO-5! Modern Funk' collection of 96 custom patches
"There was some call for a clean demo of the HexDrums - here is my offering. Compressor and drive are off and the outputs aren't pushing my preamps. To my ears it sounds really punchy and rich.
Check out my sample packs on Bandcamp - loads of vintage and modern gear (leaning towards drum machines) with kits, sample chains and presets. All ethically-sourced and locally-grown here in the lab in Bristol, UK:
https://lostlvls.bandcamp.com/"
"The SoundForce SFC-mini V4 is a new dedicated physical hardware controller for Minimoog-style VST plugins. This video introduces the device and how it works, what's new in this model, the special bonus features that work with the Arturia Mini V4 plugin, and much more.
This video serves as an official intro to the SFC-mini V4, and was funded by SoundForce. Based in the Netherlands, SoundForce have been in business for more than 10 years making controllers and eurorack modules."
CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Why Does this Exist? 02:23 - Minimoog: From Bass to Pad 04:39 - Whats new in V4? 06:59 - Build and Feel 07:25 - How does the integration work in a DAW 08:02 - Mini V4 Smoothing Catchup 08:55 - Mini V4 Jump & Pick-up Catchup Modes 09:43 - Hopping between plugin instances 10:28 - How do you set up a Plugin? 10:52 - UA Minimoog 11:34 - Dump (Manual Control) 11:56 - UA Minimoog Play 14:01 - Extra Control at the Bottom 14:54 - Changing Presets (Mini V4) 15:46 - User 1 & 2 Mapping 16:41 - Mapping Another Plugin (MS-20)
Press release follows:
SoundForce is introducing the SFC-Mini V4, a high-end, dedicated MIDI controller designed for the world’s leading Minimoog software emulations. Featuring more than 65 hands-on controls arranged in an authentic Minimoog-style layout, it delivers a true analog-inspired workflow for modern producers. Representing over a decade of SoundForce MIDI-controller innovation, the SFC-Mini V4 is the most advanced and accurate Minimoog-focused controller yet.
Build quality The SFC-Mini V4 is assembled in the Netherlands using high-quality components sourced from Europe and Asia. Its case is built entirely from powder-coated sheet metal. Both sides are fitted with elegant 8 mm walnut wood panels for a vintage-inspired look.
Backed by over ten years of MIDI-hardware expertise, the SFC-Mini V4 is part of SoundForce’s newest generation of controllers. Its pots, sliders, and switches were chosen after extensive research and experimentation to deliver outstanding tactile response, long-lasting performance, and rock-solid reliability during assembly.
Plugin support: Because the SFC-Mini V4 outputs standard MIDI CC messages, it can be paired with any software or hardware that supports MIDI CC mapping. However, since each plugin has its own UI and MIDI implementation, the firmware provides dedicated plugin modes to ensure proper integration. The SFC-Mini V4 has specific plugin modes supporting the following plugins:
Arturia Mini V4 (incl 2-way) Arturia Mini V3/iMini GForce Minimonsta 2 Cherry Audio Miniverse UA Minimoog Softube Model 72 NI Monark Synpase Audio The Legend HZ Plugiator Minimax
2-way communication: Two-way communication means the SoundForce controller and a supported plugin can talk to each other in both directions, instead of the controller only sending MIDI data one-way. At this point, this feature is supported with the Arturia Mini V4.
In practice, that creates a far more “hardware-like” experience when using software synths. Change a preset, load a new instance on another track, move a parameter with your mouse and the controller automatically syncs its LED switches, and ingest the pot data in memory. When the received pot data from the plugin differs from the actual pot position on the controller, 3 options similar to Ableton take over modes can be chosen from: jump, pick-up and smoothing.
"The Behringer UB-1 Micro is a compact analog-style synthesizer designed to deliver classic sound in a modern, ultra-portable format.
In this video, we take a first look at the UB-1 Micro, exploring its sound, key features and hands-on control. Despite its small size, UB-1 Micro delivers powerful tones and an intuitive workflow, making it ideal for studio, live and mobile setups.
Whether you’re creating basses, leads or experimental sounds, UB-1 Micro is built to inspire fast and creative music making.
▶ Compact analog-style synth
▶ Hands-on control
▶ Portable design
▶ Ideal for modern music production"
"Selmer Companion reed organ from the 60s. In tune and wonderfully “parlour-harmonium”: bright, reedy mids with a gentle breathiness on the attack, then a steady, organ-like sustain from the blower. The chord buttons give an instant drone bed with that slightly nasal, woody timbre that cuts through without ever getting harsh. Think small chapel/folk harmonium vibes—perfect for drones, hymnal pads, psych-folk textures, lo-fi soundtrack cues, and vintage pop hooks. Hear it in the demo (skip to last photo). Typical vintage tuning and keybed feel; expect minor variance vs modern concert pitch.
Features
Classic electric reed organ with compact keyboard and built-in blower/speaker
Left-hand chord section: Major & Minor buttons (C, G, D, A, F, B♭) for instant accompaniment
On/off/level control, integrated flip-up music rest in the lid, suitcase-style cabinet with carry handle
1960s/70s Italian vibe: gold fascia, cream case, and period hardware
Sounds exactly like you want a small electric harmonium to sound—see the demo"
In the 1990s, PCM synths were at their peak, but club scene artists were already searching for a more flexible, analog sound, hinting at the coming analog revival of the 2000s.
It was in this context that the Prophecy was announced in 1995, offering more flexibility and timbral capabilities than ever before heard. Defined by the cutting edge digital signal processing technology and a DSP chip formerly used exclusively for effects processing, the Prophecy Solo Synthesizer is now available as a software plugin, with the ease of use, polyphony, and modern features necessary for today’s music production.
KORG Collection - Prophecy, a legendary physical modeling synthesizer developed with the aim of offering freedom of expression beyond analog synthesizers and unprecedented sound creation possibilities, has evolved even further in its expressive capabilities. In version 1.5, the quirks of the hardware Prophecy can now be expressed even more precisely thanks to deeper creative input from the brilliant minds in the original Prophecy development team.
Version 1.5 also adds 180 new programs. This unique sound collection brings out the individuality of the Prophecy, ranging from fresh, software-only sounds to those that pay homage to the original Prophecy and pushes monophonic sound design to all new levels.
Prophecy for Mac/Win uses software to fully reproduce the original Prophecy’s MOSS (Multi-Oscillator Synthesis System) and is equipped with five of the seven total oscillator types:
Standard Oscillator for Analog Synth Sounds
Noise + Comb Filtering
VPM (Variable Phase Modulation)
Cross / Ring / Modulation and Sync
Physical Modeling (Brass Model Oscillator, Reed Model Oscillator and Plucked String Oscillator)
The sounds from each oscillator model can be processed using a nonlinear wave shaper. In addition to the oscillator and wave shaper sections, there is also a sub oscillator and noise generator.
"The WAEVE82 is not only a polyphonic wavetable oscillator, but actually a complete 8-voice polysynth! It combines the unmistakable charm of early digital wavetable instruments with a modern, performance-oriented workflow and a clear, page-based interface that invites exploration.
Its conceptual DNA is inspired by the PPG Wave 2 synthesizers of the 1980s — iconic instruments known for glassy timbres, animated spectra, and futuristic character.
Yet, the WAEVE82 is far from being a clone.
It draws inspiration from that lineage but follows its own path, with a unique audio engine, expanded modulation options, modern randomization tools, and a streamlined interface tailored for the AE modular format.
At its core, WAEVE82 provides: · Two independent wavetable oscillators, with 64 internal wavetables plus support for external tables loaded from micro-SD card. · Three envelopes and four LFOs, each with defined primary and secondary roles; LFOs can be free-running or tempo-synced · An extensive modulation matrix, enabling both traditional and experimental routing. · Dual operating modes: Edit Mode for deep sound design Perform Mode for live playability with direct access to eight favorites · A powerful Randomize & Mutate system that generates entirely new sounds or gently transforms sounds while keeping them musical; always with restorable history. This absolutely hot; endless inspiration, endless fun! · Save/load presets from micro-SD card · Full IMDI/MIDI and CV/Gate integration, including an eight-voice MIDI engine and flexible chord generation from CV,, plus additional CV/Gate inputs for additional control. IMDI and CV control can run parallel.
"The ultimate modern upgrade for your vintage Korg drum machines Bring new life, flexibility, and creative range to your Korg DDD-1, DDD-5, and DRM with the Deftaudio PCM Custom Card, a fully programmable, multi-bank PCM expansion designed for musicians, sound designers, and vintage gear enthusiasts.
8 Banks of Instantly Switchable Sounds The card stores up to 8 PCM banks in non-volatile memory, each selectable via the front-mounted DIP switch panel for fast hands-on switching during sessions or performance. Each bank provides up to 8 sound slots with roughly 1.5 seconds of shared sample time, ideal for drum hits, percussive textures, stabs, and short FX.
Seamless Integration with Korg DDD-1/DDD-5 OS All sound names are properly recognized and displayed on the DDD-1/5 screen, making this user-friendly PCM upgrade available.
USB-C Programmable Load your own samples using the built-in USB-C interface. Windows companion scripts are included for fully automated import; macOS and Linux users can run them via Parallels, VirtualBox, Wine, or similar environments. Supports standard WAV files with no special requirements. Sounds are automatically trimmed, resampled, mono converted to maximize utilization of internal memory.
Visual Feedback While You Work A perimeter LED indicator provides clear visual activity cues while accessing or programming the card, it adds a vintage gear aesthetics.
Open Source & Fully Hackable Based on PicoROM open-source project, the Deftaudio PCM Custom Card is highly modifiable for developers and power users who want to customize behavior, storage layouts, or even firmware. PCM conversion scripts are highly modifiable and tweakable. Based on previous work of R-Massive and shared back with a community. Fully Github documented, DIY community is welcomed."
The Thomas Synti 1055 is a" monophonic analog synthesizer produced in the 1970s by the Thomas Organ Company, which in 1973 acquired the rights to produce the Moog Satellite, one of the first synthesizers made by the historic American company.The original design was extended and improved by Thomas engineers, who managed to create an instrument that was more comfortable and simple to use live, while maintaining the same character and sonic depth as its predecessor.The completely analog heart of this instrument consisted of a single relaxation oscillator, capable of generating a single sawtooth (or square) wave, which was then filtered and processed by various downstream circuits to shape its harmonic content and envelope. It's clear that these techniques couldn't achieve "realistic" sounds in the modern sense of the word, but they still managed to create unique timbres, still very interesting today, which inspired much of the music of the time."
