NRsynth Quatuor Goes to Outer Space & Famous Sounds and Songs

video uploads by NRsynth

Playlist:

1. NRSYNTH QUATUOR GOES OUTER SPACE

The Quatuor features a ring modulator, a sample-and-hold circuit, white noise and an internal sequencer. You can create all kinds of sound effects and powerful bass lines; it’s ideal for the Berlin School, for example.

2. NRsynth Quatuor: 3 famous sounds

Here are a few famous songs played live on the NRsynth Quatuor with my friend Jean-Luc Briançon (aka Kurtz Mindfields):
Jump (Van Halen, 1983)
Cyclone (Tangerine Dream, 1978)
Chants magnétiques 1 (Jean-Michel Jarre, 1981) Quatuor (main sequence) , Retro-one (Bass), Pro-800 (strings).

3. NRsynth Quatuor famous songs

White Eagle: A great example of how to use the dual arpeggiator to play this magnificent classic track composed by Johannes Schmoelling and Chris Franke (Tangerine Dream) in 1982.

Stranger Things: The original sequence was played on an Oberheim Two Voices (by hand, apparently). Here, it’s the Quatuor’s sequencer!

NRSynth Quatuor Polyphonic sounds

video upload by Nr Synth

"Some exemples of the polyphonic mode (typical 'Oberheim' flavour).

WARNING: i'm not a musician, don't expect a 'killer' playing...

Long resonant filter sweep.
Brass jumpy style
Polysynth saw
Another thing with resonance!

As usual, no traitement except delay/reverb in Cubase."

Meet the NRSynth Quatuor - An Updated Oberheim 4-Voice FVS Clone

video upload by Nr Synth

"The Quatuor is a kind of 'updated 4 voices Oberheim clone': same vintage analog sound but modern midi interface and a Fatar 5 octaves keyboard with velocity and aftertouch.

2 exemples of monophonic (=unisson) mode:
Layer of reso sweep from 3 solos parts.
Arpegiator in random mode on the left solo and feedback with time/2 on the right solo.

Recorded in a simple UMC 1820 without any traitment except delay/reverb in Cubase..."

Modular dream /Art of analog sequencing: 9VCOs, 4LFOs, 4Noises, 4Filters #modularsynth #analogsynth

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"I present to you a demo of synthesizers made by French luthiers, for whom I develop and explore musical possibilities. Whether they are Moog clones or modern analog instruments, the idea is to rediscover the possibilities of the old modular synthesizers, the sound, and the pleasure.
The Ancestor Moog NRsynth is extremely sensitive and features the original VCOs (3), filters (1 Moog + 1 Steiner Parker), VCAs, and mixers. It also has 2 LFOs + 1 noise generator.
The SynthR 4 is a semi-modular multi-tasker, equipped here with a Moog Ladder filter and the famous 4012 ARP (Moog clone). 3 LFOs + 2 noises... it also has 4 VCOs and 2 SUB VCOs.
The whole thing is controlled in real time through the powerful SynthR4 sequencing software.

https://kurtzmindfields.bandcamp.com/
https://nrsynth.fr/
https://synthr.fr/"

The perfect semi-modular synths set : SynthR4 & NRSynth MOOG 55

video upload by STUDIO Nuage7 - Domaine de Sourzy

"Let me introduce you to my modular synth system. SynthR4 stereo sequencer (4012 filter + S.E.M) & NRSynth Moog 55 clone (3 vcos 921, cp3 mixer, a lpf 904A, vca 902, 2 ADSR 911)"

ART OF SEQUENCING : SynthR4 (ARP/SEM OB) & NRSynth Ancestor M55 (Moog & Steiner parker filters).

video upload by STUDIO Nuage7 - Domaine de Sourzy

"Presenting my new big analog configuration : SynthR4 semi-modular analog synth with memory patches (with ARP 4012 & SEM Oberheim filters) & NRSynth Ancestor semi- modular Moog 55 clone.
Sequencing one line with complex VCOs configutation : Seq mode is step sequencer (960 like)
left : ARP 4012 main line 1 & 2, Right : SEM second line 3 & 4; center : Moog 55 main bass line, adding Steiner Parker filter! midi connected to StudioLogic SL-161 master keyboard.
This work is connected to Kurtz Mindfields univers."

https://kurtzmindfields.bandcamp.com/

NRSynth Solo synthesizer demo Part 2

video upload by Pulsophonic

"Short demo of the NRSynth Solo synthesizer just the time of an afternoon.
Drums with Logic Pro x

Enjoy !!!"

NRSynth Solo Part 1

video upload by Pulsophonic

"Short demo of the NRSynth solo synthesizer just the time of an afternoon.

Enjoy !!!"

See this previous post for details on the NRSynth Solo.

NRSYNTH MOOG 55 : The Sound of Tangerine Dream!

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"NRSYNTH (Stephen) made me a spécial model inspired by the MOOG MODULAR 55, semi-modular version with the same characteristics :

3 VCOs 921 & 904 A filter moog + Steiner Parker filter MMode , Mixer CP3 Moog (transistor), 2 LFOs ... and many others pleasure things.

The flavours of tangerine dream at home ... with bassy Moog f**** sound!

Sequenced by SynthR4."

NRSynth Model 15, Retro One & Solo | SynthFest 2025

video upload by SynthFest France

"NRSynth poursuit sa quête du son analogique de l'âge d'or des Moog modulaires, ARP et autres trésors du passé, et présente sa nouveauté 2025: le Solo, recréation du mythique module SEM d'Oberheim."

Googlish:

"NRSynth continues its quest for the analog sound of the golden age of modular Moogs, ARPs and other treasures of the past, and presents its new 2025 product: the Solo, a recreation of the legendary Oberheim SEM module."

Also see SYNTHFEST 2025: "Spherical" Live and JC digital sequencer DMS: le fils spirituel du Digisequencer (avec Michel Geiss et NR Synth).

JC digital sequencer DMS: le fils spirituel du Digisequencer (avec Michel Geiss et NR Synth)

video upload by SynthFest France

"Jean-Claude Dubois n''est pas un inconnu: il est le concepteur du célèbre Digisequencer utilisé sur l'album Chronologie de JMJ.

Il nous présente les fonctionnalités du DMS (pour Digital MIDI Sequencer), évolution survitaminée du Digisequencer. Avec l'intervention de Michel Geiss pour la partie historique et NR Synth qui met à disposition son fabuleux Solo, recréation du SEM d'Oberheim.

/ jean-claude-dubois-860a9ab6
https://nrsynth.fr/solo.html"

"Jean-Claude Dubois is no stranger: he is the designer of the famous Digisequencer used on JMJ's Chronologie album.

He introduces us to the features of the DMS (Digital MIDI Sequencer), a supercharged evolution of the Digisequencer. Michel Geiss provides the historical background, and NR Synth provides its fabulous Solo, a recreation of the Oberheim SEM.

/ jean-claude-dubois-860a9ab6
https://nrsynth.fr/solo.html"

NRSynth's SEM Module - The "Solo": An "Extended" Version of the SEM

video uploads by Séraphin PALMERI

Playlist:

1. "Pink Floyd On The Run" Module SEM NRSynth

"On The Run" de Pink Floyd avec un clone amélioré du module SEM d'Oberheim, fabriqué par NRSynth, une lutherie éléctronique made in France #pinkfloyd #ontherun #oberheim #sem #NrSynth

2. Tangerine Dream Intro "Ricochet Part 1"

Le module SEM de NRSynth est vraiment parfait pour reproduire l’intro de « Ricochet Part 1 » de Tangerine Dream. https://nrsynth.fr

3. Module SEM NrSynth Démo 1

00:00 Midnight Express
00:57 Star Cycle
01:41 Dervish D.
02:06 Stranger Things
02:44 Il était une fois le Prophet

4. Module SEM NRSynth Démo 2

00:00 Basse 1
00:13 Basse 2
00:26 Fun For Me
00:38 ABACAB
00:54 Welcome To The Machine
01:24 Caverne
02:33 Tange FX
02:49 Chinox
03:04 Percox

5. Tangerine Dream « Monolight (Part 2) » With the Sequential Prophet 6 & Korg Kronos



Details via NRSynth (Google translated)

Oberheim Legacy: In 1974, Tom Oberheim imagined a small synth as an accessory to his DS-2A digital sequencer. But it was Dennis P Collins, a gifted ARP engineer, who designed the multimode filter of the Synth Expander Module (SEM). This unique filter is a 12 db filter that cannot deny its lineage with the ARP 1047 (ARP 2500) and ARP 2023 (white Odyssey MK1) filters, 12 db filters also designed by Dennis P Collins. With two very fat VCOs and a devastating sync (also close to the Odyssey VCOs), the small SEM offers a powerful sound, very present in the mix and very different from Moog and other synths with 24 db filters. So despite its simplicity and a filter that does not enter self-oscillation, we can get a lot of sounds out of it. Accessible and easy to use, the SEM is a success. In 1975, Tom paired first two, then four, into a huge keyboard case, creating the first "true" polyphonic instrument in history, the "Four Voices." In 1976, the SEM was even expanded to eight. Nicknamed the "White Elephant," its sound was as enormous as the instrument itself! But in 1978, the brilliant Prophet-5 made it obsolete, and Tom designed the OB-X, whose channel cards were also clones of the SEM. Subsequently, the OB-XA and OB-8 used Curtis chipsets and no longer had quite the same sound. In 2010, Oberheim reissued the SEM identically, but with all surface-mount components. In 2011, the SEM PRO added just a MIDI interface.

NRsynth "Solo": This is an "extended" version of the SEM, handcrafted with traditional through-hole components. Only the envelopes have been modified for a punchier result; the rest is identical to the original synth. Additionally, the Solo features a sub-oscillator, a glide, white noise, and many more modulation options than the SEM. MIDI velocity is also supported. Finally, the white metal case gives way to a luxurious, classically crafted cabinet with waxed oak sides and black tolex, similar to a Marshall amp.

A patchbook of all Séraphin Palmeri's sounds is included with the device.

Specifications:

VCO: Two discrete VCOs with hard sync, saw, pulse + PW (same as SEM)
Sub-oscillator: Pulse wave – 1 octave below VCO1.
Noise: 100% analog white noise
Multimode 12 dB filter: Same as SEM with LPF, HPF, notch, and bandpass mode. VCA: Analog (same as SEM)
LFO: Analog, triangle wave (same as SEM)
Envelopes: Analog (same as Pro-1) with deactivatable "Release".
Digital LFO: 8 waveforms + tilt, 3 frequency ranges, sync.
Sample and Hold: Analog, sync.
Glide: Analog portamento circuit at the input.
Patchbay: 15 I/O points on 3.5mm jacks (Eurorack compatible).
Rear Connections: Audio I/O and sync on 6.35mm jacks. Reset button.
Dimensions: 30x24x15 cm

Price: €1,390

Movements For The Great Visionary (extrait & making of TERPSICHORE) #tangerinedream #berlinschool

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"New final album in tribute to the 50th anniversary of the release of Phaedra / tangerine Dream and Edgar Froese (1944-2015), who would have turned 80 today.

https://kurtzmindfields.bandcamp.com/...

PERPSICHORE was 90% recorded with my analog synthesizers. This will be my last project for the Berlin School period from 1974 to 1979 for a while, in order to explore more of the following period.

Kurtz Mindfields set up: SynthR4 with sequencer and arpeggiator, NRsynth Moog 55 & Retro One, Hansy Mister M, ARP Pro-Soloist, S.E.1 Electronics, Behringer P800, Roland A90ex, Waldorf Zarembourg, Mellotron M400, Oberheim OB3 organ, Elka 490 Strings, Rhodes MKI, Arturia Mellotron V & Korg Electribe2, Reverbs & pedalboard (Flangers, Phaser, Echo, Chorus, ...) & EMS SynthiA"

Thru Metamorphic Cosmic Blocks (Live session #10) #tangerinedream #berlinschool

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"This a hommage to Edgar Froese 'Force Majeure' album (1979). Hypnotic track with analog sequencer set.
Live session composed & recorded 26th April 2024.
Kurtz plays :
Session 1 (up) : Retro One NrSynth (bass& lead), Hansy Mister M (Mellotron Strings/Brass across MXR phaser), P800B (pad), S.E.1 Electronics (Bass across flanger BF2), ARP Pro-Soloist (Synth portamento) Session2 (down) : M55 NRSynth Moog (3 VCOs, 2 LFOs , 2 Filters Moog & Steiner Parker, White Noise), SynthR4 Stéréo Sequencer (4 VCOs, 3 LFOs, 2 Filters ARP& SEM, Pink Noise), Shimmer & delay internal effects. https://kurtzmindfields.bandcamp.com/"

Art of analog sequencing : Megastellar Space Oddity sequence improvisation.

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"SynthR4 & NRsynth goes to Space Oddity 'Star Gate Sequence'. Kurtz play : SynthR4 stéréo sequencers, (960 sequencer mode, accent VCF, 4 Oscillators, 2 Sub), NRsynth Ancestor 55 (Moog & Steiner Parker Bass lines, snare & effects), Retro one (Sync & glass leads), Hansy Mister M (Mellotron), S.E.1 Electronic, P800, Oberheim OB3 organ, ARP pro Soloist & Rhodes MKI.
Video from '2001, A Space Oddity'
https://kurtzmindfields.bandcamp.com/

Flying Over The Moog / Tangerine Dream(s) / (NRSynth Ancestor & Retro One MK2)

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"Moog day! The real sound of old Moog with my NRSynths.
Ancestor Moog clone, inspired by the MOOG 55 (1974) & Retro One MK2, clone of the Minimoog D (1972). Set up (in 4 videos tracks) :
Up left : Ancestor M55 1 : main Sequence with both filter Moog & multi-mode Steiner Parker. Sequenced by SynthR4 / Vintage Delay VST.
Up right : Mister M Hansy : Mellotrons, Pro 800 B : polysynth analog, TORO Behringer : Big Moog bass.
Down right : Ancestor M55 2 : Drone controlled LFOs effects, Rhodes with PedalBoard.
Down left : Retro One : Minimoog D lead & M300 TC reverb/delay, S.E.1 Studio Electronics : LFO Effects, Ancestor M55 effects.
Title composed by Jean-Luc Briançon."

The Fate of Andromeda (from Planetarium Century album)

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"The fate of Andromeda is an title extract form the double CD project 'Planetarium Century' (Vision Nocturne) http://visionsnocturnes.free.fr/plane...
Kurtz play : SynthR4 stéréo sequencer , NRSynth Retro One, Elka strings machine, ARP Pro Soloist, A90 Roland, Arturai CS80 & Solina VST.
Signed digipack limited édition available here : https://www.facebook.com/KurtzMindfie... (messenger)"

SUNWATER HORIZON (Live #9) : SynthR4 & NRSynth M55 Ancestor

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"This title is mainly composed with SynthR4 & NRSynth synthesizers.
Kurtz Mindfields plays: SynthR4 Master stereo sequencer, NRSynth M55 Moog Ancestor & Retro One, ARP Pro Soloist, Pro 800 pads, ModX6 Yamaha, Arturia Solina & Augmentd voices VST
Composed by Jean-Luc Briançon
recorded & mixed (4 lives tracks) on Sequoia15 Magix, Slate digital reverbs/delay
Albums "Les Voyages Electroniques vol. 2 : https://kurtzmindfields.bandcamp.com/..."

Bastl Instruments | SynthFest 2023

video upload by SynthFest France

"SynthFest France - Edition 10 - Bastl Instruments
https://bastl-instruments.com

Thank you Adrien Perinot, Alaskam, Algam, Aodyo, Arkhazium, Arturia, Chris Calcutt, Christophe Martin-de Montagu, Baloran, Bastl Instruments, Berhnard Rasinger, BVR instruments, DeLaurentis, Dreadbox, Eowave, Eric Mouquet, Deep Forest, Erica Synths, Euterpe Synthesizer Laboratories, Expressive E, Faselunare, Alphalab, FCpro.Audio, Francis Rimbert, Frédéric, Riblen, Frederik Rousseau, Fulgur audio, Heritage Synthesizers, Ina, Ina-GRM, IRCAM, Joachim Garraud, PModular, Jean-Philippe Rykiel, Jérôme Bridonneau, Joranalogue, KR Home Studio, Kiviak technologies, Kodamo, Korg, La touche musicale, La Voix du Luthier, Larix Elektro, Laurent Evain, Laurent Juillet, Les Sondiers, Maman Küsters, Matthias Puech, Marc Caro, Marc Sirguy, MOK, Media Overkill, Michael Geyre, Michel Geiss, Modular Square, Moonya, Muse, Ovations, Nairod, NRSynth, Oberheim, Olivier Delevingne, OMMA, SyntheGrall, Olivier Grall, Officina del Malista, oZoé, PH Modular, Christian Foucaud, Projet, Home Studio, PWM, Quentin Feuillard, Sifasile, Serge Perathoner, SynthR, Jean-Luc Briançon, Sequential, SoundMIT, Studio Playtronica, Synth Anatomy, SynthFood, Tim Blake, TouellSkouarn, Thierry Demougin, Thierry Rochebois, Tinhu, T-Steel, Tony Quedeville, SACEM, Vacuum, Eliane Blaise, Emmanuelle de Héricourt, Vanessa Bertran, Vika Yermolyeva, Vintage Synths & Co, UNAC, Willow Whisper, Dalai Lama, Xodes, Yamaha, Yusynth, Yves Usson.

Copyright Association SynthFest France - Tout droits réservés."

Flying Again (extraits/making of part 1) / Projet 2024

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"Kurtz Mindfields & The French craftmen ... the adventure goes on ... 'Encore !'
Following "Flying From Berlin To Paris", the new project is on the way.
- Stephen Ingrand : NRsynth Ancestor Moog 55 & Retro One MKII, Elka 490 Strings, Arturia Mellotron VST flûte solo.
- Kurtz Mindfields : NRsynth Ancestor Moog 55 & Retro One MKII, Elka 490 Strings, Pro 800, ARP Pro-Soloist, A90 ex, SynthR4, Arturia Mellotron VST.
All sounds, effects & sequences are created by Stephen Ingrand & Jean-Luc Briançon.
Studio Nuage7 July 2023.
https://kurtzmindfields.bandcamp.com/
http://nrsynth.fr/"

SYNTHFEST 2023 : NRSynth Show case part 3 : take the tangential dream !

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"Hello, Show case (part 3) : presenting the great Ancestor ARP clone (4012 & SEM filters) from NRSYNTH & Retro One Minimoog clone.
An homage to Tangerine Dream univers. Original track!
All recorded & live playing sounds are created by NRSynth Ancestor & Retro One (except strings machines) by Stephen Ingrand & Jean-luc Briançon (Kurtz Mindfields)
1000 thanks to the SYNTHFEST TEAM (wonderful)! Filmed at L'Odyssée d'Orvault.

links :
https://kurtzmindfields.bandcamp.com/
@SynthFestFrance
http://nrsynth.fr/"

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