Erik Norlander's Dave Smith Instruments DSI Poly Evolver Keyboard SN 00533

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Evolving Riddle

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"Some ambient fun on 90’s synths

I used to be afraid of 90s synths - very afraid

My album 20 Systems stopped short of the 90s because I was scared of what happened next - it went all Rompler, and workstation, and presets, and tiny complicated interfaces with tiny silly screens and, like, two buttons to navigate the most complex synths ever made

But recently, I am learning to love my 90s synths. Some of the best and most beautiful sounding instruments were made in the 1990s and here are four of them - the Alesis Quadrasynth (1993) , a true 4-Layer Rompler with dual integrated FX units. The Yamaha TG33 desktop synth (1990) - using a hand-me-down straight from the Sequential Prophet VS, including a crazy vector-dial. Thirdly, the Waldorf Microwave-2 (1997) - a direct descendant of the PPG Wave series of wavetable synths. And finally the Roland JV1080 (1994) - their flagship Rompler derived from (and vastly expanded upon) the legendary D50 LA synth

I also added a plethora of vintage FX units to the mix (through the Neve 88D) - a Lexicon Model 200, Prime Time 95, AMS RMX16, Quantec QRS, and Eventide H3000 (the blue one) for good measure

The video doesn’t matter here - it’s about the s o u n d today

Thanks for listening"

Access Virus TI Soundscape | Sit and Rest

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"I wish I could say what's been going on in my life, to complain about some of the stuff that has happened. It's not good, but not something I want to share publicly (nothing health related or anything). Just... huge letdowns.

Anyway - I'm here, still trying. I want to come back to something and say: I think the Virus TI is still my favorite synth in my studio... Coming back from the Moog Muse and thinking 'Huh, I didn't know I could do this on the TI.' The only thing I really wish the TI had was Filter FM, that's kind of a bummer - but I guess since it has oscillator FM, that can be maybe a more exact approach to a similar sound? And I know the LFOs can't go fast enough to simulate Filter FM (I tried, but after a certain frequency, pitch won't affect the rate like it should, so it won't work).

But... the Virus is something. After all these years it still impresses me. It STILL gets me feeling joy. Something not a lot of synths offer.

Like, the fact that it has those 'analog' filters (which are supposed to model the Moog filters?), they sound damn good. And something you might not think about is OSC VOLUME Saturation Type which can affect how the filter resonance sounds? I mean, this stuff can really change the sound in the most interesting way.

Don't know why I have half the crap I have to be honest... I've thought about selling the Prophet VS, Jupiter 6, and a whole lot of other things. They don't really bring me joy. But the Virus... it still does, and I've had this thing since 2012."

PWM Mantis VS Moog Messengeer

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"Mantis doin its thing while Messenger hitting the bass... how do they play together?? Prophet X on pads Entropy & Sons Recursion Studio #synthrenegades #pwmmantis #moogmessenger #recursionstudio"

Sequential Circuits Prophet VS SN 0201

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Sequential Circuits' final synth. The Prophet VS

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The Prophet VS was the last synthesiser to be released under the Sequential Circuits name. After the takeover by Yamaha in 1987, the following synthesisers were released under the Yamaha name.

Here is a demo track only made with the Sequential Prophet VS vector synthesizer from the year 1986. I use only self programmed sounds and the internal arpeggiator.

Sequential Circuits' last synthesiser in the 1980s was the Prophet VS, a hybrid synthesiser that was launched in 1986. It was the last synthesiser developed by Sequential Circuits before the takeover by Yamaha.

The Prophet VS was a digital synthesiser that differed from the company's previous analogue models. It was based on vector synthesis, a technique that made it possible to mix between different waveforms to create complex and versatile sounds. Although the Prophet VS was a digital synthesiser, it included a number of features that set it apart from other digital synthesizers of its time, such as its ability to change and manipulate sounds in real time.

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The age of sadness | Sequential Prophet VS and Rhodes Piano somber improvisation w Fractal Audio FM3

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"In the distance I saw the clouds, and with them a rainbow. It appeared so tranquil, so peaceful. And then it was gone. Just like that. Just like us.

Fractal Audio FM3 was used to loop the Prophet VS. I played on top of that with the Rhodes Piano.

No external FX used."

A Beat For You - Pseudo Echo (AM Intro Recreation) #80snewwave #80ssynthpop #songcover #80smusic

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Featuring Simmons drums, Yamaha DX7, and Sequential Prophet-5 Rev4

And the original featuring Simmons drums and two Roland Jupiter-8s:

Pseudo Echo – A Beat For You (Fullscreen HD) (HQ Audio)

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Label: EMI *
Country: Australia *
Released: 1984 *
Genre: Electronic *
Style: Synth-pop.

Faded photograph | Tranquil ambient with Rhodes piano, Prophet VS, Alvarez 12, and FM3 pedal

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"It's been a month. As I said, my wife lost her job in May. We hoped she would get a job that seemed like a great fit, someone had reached out to her and said she'd be perfect. Guess they didn't think so later. Oh well.

I did manage to extract all the audio from my old Roland VS-840GX. I kind of wish I was still recording using that thing, it was so good for just sitting down without a screen and recording whatever I wanted, but using a DAW is just so much nicer.

I had half written the rhodes part on this track, when I ended up recording something else that I plan to put into a rock track (yes, I am trying to get back into writing that type of music). Came back to this last night and recorded this, with some changes. Funny how walking away and coming back to something helps you change it for the better.

I used the Fractal Audio FM3 as a looper to loop the first part and then played everything else over it. The Rhodes and Prophet VS was performed in one go, the guitar was done in a second round with Eventide Blackhole VST for reverb.

Well, I hope you enjoy this - my first track written in a month."

Sequential Circuits Prophet VS Vector Synthesizer SN 0125

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"This unit has been professionally refurbished and had the following work done to it, requiring 11 hours of highly skilled vintage tech time plus parts costs to make this unit better and probably more costly than others on the market.

-Cleaned unit inside and out.
-Replaced all tact switches with new ones so all buttons work reliably, with a light touch.
-Replaced original display with a new one that's easier to read under all lighting.
-Replaced original slide pot with a perfectly working new one.
-Cleaned rotary pots.
-Replaced battery with a new one.
-Recapped power supply as a preventative measure so this unit hopefully outlasts others.
-Replaced terminals for ground wire (x8) PT (x5) (Another preventative measure)
-Cleaned key contacts.
-Replaced aftertouch sensor with new one, which is usually necessary.
-Performed multiple burn in tests.
-Verified that all functions are working properly."

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Sequential Circuits Prophet VS Vector Synthesizer - Some presets

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"Digital Oscillators + Analog Filter + Analog Chorus .

Excuse my lame playing - I get stage fright

Shows off its tone , which is unique - I’m not sore if it’s great or not .. I keep changing my mind ."

Sequential Prophet-VS Vector Synthesizer SN 0939

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"This is a Sequential Prophet-VS in excellent working condition, professionally serviced and tested by a former Sequential engineer in Japan.

Cosmetically rated "Good" due to minor touch-up spots visible on the surface.

These areas were professionally treated to prevent rust and ensure long-term durability.

Functionally, the unit performs excellently (except for aftertouch).

✅ Key Features:

LCD backlight replaced – bright and clear, with auto-off after 5 minutes of inactivity. Reactivates on touch.

Factory programs and waveforms fully restored – original Vector synthesis presets are ready to play.

Velocity-sensitive keyboard fully functional.

Aftertouch is currently non-functional due to a failed pressure sensor.

The part could not be sourced during service, so it was left as-is.

All other keyboard functions, including velocity and general playability, are working perfectly.

All sliders, buttons, and the joystick operate smoothly.

No audio issues, tuning is stable and accurate.

Internal memory is backed by a good battery – no patch loss."

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Prophet VS 🎹

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Sequential Prophet VS Rack Pro Serviced Vector Synthesizer SN 0291

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"Unlike most items of its type these days, this unit has been fully serviced by professionals and sold by professionals and is in perfect working order and will be packed properly.

Sale includes 3 prong power cord.

Here’s the work we paid our tech to do so you shouldn’t have to pay someone else to do it. This is of course reflected in its price:

Replaced battery (preventative)
Reloaded sounds from cartridge (ROM6)
Replaced all tact switches since these normally go bad over time (preventative)
Replaced data slider
Replaced power supply capacitors (preventative)"

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John Bowen Solaris SN 00113

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"It's a monster! ..yes, it's digital.. but, when you hear a 96kHz synth.. you quickly realize.. if there IS to be a digital synth.. then 96k is where it should be.. at that frame rate.. it's not 'steppy' and a lot smoother than the 'others', IMO. I'm the only owner of this 'lonely heart'. Bought it new, back when Awave was in a tiny arcade next to South Yarra station. It was the only synth that's ever 'tricked' me.. I thought it was analog 'something'. It just sounded too 'pure'.. so, I had to have it.. unfortunately, I haven't used it as much as it deserves.

This Solaris has resided in my smoke free studio since it was purchased new. Never toured, original PSU and manual (not that the manual is much use to anyone anymore.. that is.. with the advent of the newly developed V2 OS). For those that don't know, John was instrumental working alongside the late great Dr Robert Moog, in fact, he was there, in the early 70s, working alongside Dr Bob on the original MiniMoog.. fast forward a few years.. and there he was working alongside the late great Dave Smith @ Sequential Circuits. John worked on the Prophet 5, the VS and the Sequential Sampler, the Prophet 2000.

This was shortly before Yamaha acquired Sequential and retrenched the staff, yep.. that old chestnut.. and John went on to work at Korg where he was behind the WaveStation (basically he took his knowledge of the Korg VS and threw it into the WaveStation, as some might already be aware of). So, with all that history under his belt.. when it was time for John, whom I refer to as 'synth god', John started development on the Solaris.The Solaris is the culmination of all his passed work and synth experience, despite the panel often likened to the Oberheim Matrix 12, John had implemented Filters, Wave shapes, Step Sequencers, and not to forget 'Wave Sequencing' that've appeared in all his passed projects on those aforementioned classic synths, that he worked closely on with 'other' synth gods such as Dave Smith and Dr Bob Moog.

So, you could say.. the Solaris is what a 21st century synth-classic 'ought' to be. And, ultimately, that's why I wanted it, but.. I'm afraid, as good as it is.. it's more synth than I've ever needed...x10! It would be much more suited towards professional sound designers than someone who messes around with Samplers more often that not. Therefore, I'll let it go to another enthusiast.. other esteemed 'registered' owners in the Solaris forum are Hans Zimmer, Harry Gregson-Williams, JJ Abrams, Jean-Michel Jarre, Matt Johnson, Ty Unwin to name a few.

In a nutshell, if had a paragraph to sum it up.. it's like a Matrix-12 integrated with a WaveStation and then there's CEM, SSM, Moog and Prophet 5 'mimicked' filters and oscillator shapes... basically, loads of features and 'flavors' from every 'beast synth' before it.

Main features:
10 Voice Polyphony
4 Oscillators
4 Filters
6 Envelope Generators
4 LFO's (+1 for Vibrato)
16 Step Sequencer
Arpeggiator
8 analog outputs (4 stereo)
Digital (ADAT) Output
MIDI over DIN & USB
15 kg / 33 Lbs
Comes with the original Australian 240v external PSU"

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Mors aliquid novi | A Prophet VS and acoustic 12-string guitar ambient improvisation soundscape

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"Earlier this month I managed to replace the bone saddle in my 12 string guitar. I guess years of messing with the saddle (as well as expansion contraction in the basement gloom) caused it to deteriorate to a point where the strings wouldn't touch it and it sounded horrible. I've had this guitar since 2001, so somewhere around 14 years. It's felt nice to bring it back to that feeling of new, even though it was never well cared for. I just love the feel and sound of it. These videos where I even mention a guitar usually do distinctly awful. I guess the idea of mixing guitar with synths just rubs people the wrong way. But I liked it.

Sequential Prophet VS #sequentialprophetvs
Alvarez 12-string acoustic guitar
Fractal Audio FM3 #fractalaudiofm3
Native Instruments Raum #nativeinstrumentsraum"

Sequential PROPHET VS Hybrid VECTOR SYNTHESIZER Brochure

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"Excellent condition RARE VINTAGE 1980s *ORIGINAL* Sequential PROPHET VS Hybrid VECTOR SYNTHESIZER (1986) with Analog Filters PRINTED STANDALONE Sales BROCHURE / CATALOG / AD (Issued as SEPARATE BROCHURE - *NOT* just cut from magazine) , FULL COLOR on Heavy Glossy CardStock, approx. 8.5" x 11", 4 pages, suitable for framing.

Includes:
- Photos of both front and back of synth,
- Features,
- Technical discussion,
- Detailed Specifications,
- Modulation Routings, much more."

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Sequential Prophet 10 REV4 versus Prophet VS Vector Synth: A not-so-detailed comparison and thoughts

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"I had both of these side by side and figured it was now or never - do a brief comparison of the two head to head. What's interesting is listening to the Prophet VS filter afterwards it didn't sound so 'TB-303' like as it did when I recorded it. It sounded more tame. It was a bit depressing, but I guess that's part of what is important to hear - differences between what's recorded and what's heard live.

A few notes: if you listen on a phone, you really won’t hear ANY differences mention, lol. I don’t hear the aliasing on the PVS.

You can initialize the PVS patch as well holding enter and pressing zero. I didn’t do that here because it puts all 4 oscillators on using different waveforms, which isn’t really initialized for my purposes.

Also - I want to comment about something that annoys me. If I ever want to look up anything on the "Prophet VS" it comes up as thinking it means 'versus' so I hardly find any information about the VS.

What do you think about the two (P10 v PVS)?

MIDERA"

Frank Pels - Colours - 50 Musical & Usable Sounds for Quantum/Iridium - Sounddemo

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Frank Pels is a musician & producer from the Netherlands who has been involved with wavetable synthesis from the beginning. He has owned many legendary synthesizers like Prophet VS, Waldorf Microwave 1 & 2 over the years. He is now delivering his first soundset for the Iridium/Quantum family of synths.

50 musical and usable sounds for Iridium/Quantum. The soundset offers a collection of a wide variety of sounds. Lead sounds, Pads and many more sounds can be found in this huge collection."

Oto Bisquit + Vintage Sequential Circuits Prophet VS Vector Synth + Oto Bam Reverb - MikeSynth

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"Simple sequence - simple effect but effective ."