Alesis NanoSynth - Rare Prototype Demo

video upload by John L Rice

"I thought I would document this prototype example of an Alesis NanoSynth I bought on eBay long ago, before I sell it. I didn't take the time to verify if the sounds are all the same as a production model or not, but I suspect there may be some differences? One thing not working as far as I can tell is the built in factory demo that all production versions of Alesis Nano synthesizers have. And yeah, that's not me talking, I wanted to learn how to use the AI text to voice feature in DaVinci Resolve. (sorry not sorry! 😁)

Index:
0:00 - Introduction
1:57 - Category Piano
4:09 - Category Chromatic
5:38 - Category Organ
7:32 - Category Guitar
8:34 - Category Bass
9:58 - Category Strings
11:35 - Category Ensemble
13:12 - Category Brass
14:16 - Category Reed
15:21 - Category Pipe
16:39 - Category SynthLead
18:29 - Category SynthPad
21:21 - Category SynthFX
23:57 - Category Ethnic
26:13 - Category DrumsPerc
28:37 - Category Effects
30:33 - Category Piano
30:54 - End"

Other Alesis Nano Demonstrations:

Alesis NanoTracker Demo

video upload by John L Rice

"This is a very brief demo of most of what I know how to do with the NanoTracker MIDI recorder. This is just for historical purposes and for when I put it up for sale on Reverb. ;-)"

Alesis NanoBass - Factory Demo

video upload by John L Rice

"I made this quick video for an Alesis NanoBass synth module that I'm going to be selling and decided to make it public just in case anyone is interested. I think all of the Alesis Nano synths are fantastic and very underrated and underestimated. I own a NanoPiano, NanoSynth, and two NanoBass units (that's why I am selling this one)"

Random Source Serge Edelweiss

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"This Random Source Serge Edelweiss (Used) has been fully tested and is in excellent condition, please refer to photos for cosmetic condition.

This unit is a DIY build, made with CGS pcbs."

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Moog MF-102 Moogerfooger Ring Modulator

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Moog Moogerfooger MF-105B Bass MuRF

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GEMINI 2412 Dual SEM VCF Sequencer Tweaking #eurorack

video upload by AJH Synth Official

"Some 70's-inspired tweaking with the GEMINI 2412, SAMPLE & Hold, and a Sequencer.
Video & Performance by ‪@DreamsOfWires‬
The Gemini is based on the classic Oberheim SEM filter, but with expansive flexibility, including a unifying CV and Audio mixer section between the two multi-mode VCFs. There is a shared output for both filters in 'Dual' mode as used here, but also separate shared outputs for each VCF, through which filter mode can be selected, and individual outputs for LP, BP and HP filters on each.
Also, a jumper on the back alters the behaviour of both filters individually - standard SEM resonance range, or extended high resonance setting that'll allow the filter to self-oscillate. 1V/Oct inputs are present for both filters, so each can even be used as a simple sine wave oscillator over a few octaves.

AJH Synth Eurorack modules used:
Vintage Transistor Core VCO
Gemini 2412 Dual State Variable Filters
Discrete Cascaded VCA
Dual LFO + VCA
SAMPLE HOLD + SLEW
RING SM (Moog CP3 mixer/sub bass generator/ring modulator)
DH-ADSR (looping envelope generator)

Other gear:
‪@vermonagear‬ DSR-3 Stereo Spring Reverb
‪@solidstatelogic‬ BigSix Mixer & Audio Interface
Eurorack Case by @Casa_Modular_ (Instagram, Reverb, Etsy)
Case Power by ‪@konstantlab2976‬

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VIVALDI - Autumn Part 1 (excerpt) on SIX (5) Korg Arp Odysseys

video upload by Richard Payne

"Was programming in the MIDI notes for Part 3 of Summer (it’s coming …) when I got sidetracked by this lovely bit of Autumn.

Vivaldi’s accompanying sonnet describes this moment as “the drunkards have fallen asleep” which, 10 days into my sobriety I’m enjoying a lot. Vicariously.

One of my favourite things on the Odyssey is the ability to have the White Noise from the S&H section modulating the Filter. Giving it a sort of grainy, crackly sound. I do this a lot and you can hear it on Odyssey #1 and #4 at the very start, each playing single notes panned slightly left and right.

There’s some Reverb from UAD’s Lexicon 224 but other than that, absolutely no other processing or EQ.

Oh, as I mentioned before, Odyssey #3 got damaged on the boat to Australia from the UK and while it's waiting to be repaired is being (well) represented here by a colour photocopy, sellotaped onto some cardboard."

You can find additional VIVALDI performances by Richard Payne here.

The Korg Lambda - Strings from Heaven

video upload by Controlled Voltage Sound Labs

"A look at the Korg Lambda String Ensemble from 1979. Video features 2 original songs accompanied by the Linndrum, and a demonstration of all factory presets.

All sounds processed through Eventide Space Reverb

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00:00 Intro Song
01:09 Brief Overview
01:39 Factory Presets
04:54 Outro Song"

HWJ - OSCILLATOR PUNK

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Hardware Jam Challenge: GO PUNK

DUAL S&H, CONTOUR 1, JUMBLER, LOQUELIC, IDA, BEADS

Recorded live thru Syntakt delay & reverb"

Rhodes Chroma Polaris 64-Key 6-Voice Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer SN 300109

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"The Chroma Polaris was the predecessor to the classic Rhodes Chroma. Even with its heritage, the Chroma series of keyboards has seemed to resist the inflation that vintage analog synths often have. This synth gives massive sounds with the added benefit of having midi I/O. A hi-fi synth with 6 voices of analog polyphony. Creamy sounds, very lush with tons of character. Total sleeper! Wow."

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ARP 2800 Odyssey Mark III Monophonic Analog Synthesizer

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"Fresh off the bench is this Arp Odyssey. Previously owned by our head synthesizer tech, this Diabolical Device is sure to turn some heads. With extra patch points and CV in and out, what more can you want?"

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Sequential Pro-One 37-Key Monophonic Synthesizer SN 5789

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"Here we have Sequential's classic flagship monosynth! A dual oscillator beast with arpeggiator, the Curtis filter, sequencer, and a simple but powerful modulation matrix. The Pro One is well known for its sound and has been used by countless musicians since its release. This particular Pro One is in fantastic cosmetic condition and all functions are 100%."

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Sequential Circuits Drumtraks 400

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Sequential Pro-One

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"The Sequential Pro-One (Vintage) has been tested and is in excellent working condition. It has been recently serviced at our Synthesizer Rejuvenation and Wellness Centre and given a clean bill of health."

Roland SH-5

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"The Roland SH-5 is possibly the most feature rich vintage mono synth ever made by the legendary Japanese company. With 2 LFO's, 2 VCO's, 1 variable state VCF, 1 bandpass filter, 2 Envelopes, 1 VCA, S&H, Ring Mod and a simple but powerful switch matrix for routing modulation this synth is more than capable of making some of the most incredible tones and textures you can imagine!

Made in the late 1970's 'green face' Roland era, when their synths had a certain magic sound that is hard to describe. Fizzling and alive with electricity!

A handful of patch points on the back give you access to all the essential controls via CV so that this can play along nicely with a modern set-up.

This particular SH-5 has just been fully serviced in our Synthesizer Rejuvenation and Wellness Centre and comes with a 90 day warranty of good health. Original lid included."

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6/6-12/26 (130bpm) Roland TR-606 + Narco Biofeedback System + 1613 + 2a76 + HD 1000 + 1564-A + (…)

video upload by Cfpp0

"6/6-12/26 (130bpm) Roland TR-606 + Narco Biofeedback System + Brüel & Kjaer 1613 + Ibanez HD 1000 + Peavey 1300 & DDL-3 + Dukane 2a76 + General Radio 1654-A + DSP 808 + Simmons SDS-1 + Roland System 100m + Zerosum Inertia 5654 + MFB dual ADSR + Alesis MIDIVERB II + Waveform LPG + CXM 1978

I tend to leave ALM Pamela’s New Workout (the clock) at the same bpm for long periods of time. And since the videos all have the same tempo, I’ll sometimes drop them on top of each other to hear if they work together. Depending on the top layer video, this can result in ugly videos, but iMovie only allows two videos with audio and three audio-only files in the timeline. This video is a composite of several recent unrelated videos, plus a bass drum synthesized for this video to tie it all together. The Roland TR-606 toms are distorted by the Dukane 2a76, and bandpass filtered by the Brüel & Kjaer 1613. The quarter note hat and shaker sound are from the DSP 808 through the Peavey 1300 delay. The snare is distorted by the General Radio 1564-A, and the additional snare sound is the Simmons SDS-1. The hats are from the TR-606. The bass drum is the Roland System 100m 121 VCF, with the resonance maxed, modulated by an envelope from the 140 module, externally triggered by ALM Pamela’s New Workout, then it runs through the Zerosum Inertia 5654 left channel into the right channel, modulated by the MFB dual ADSR, and a reversed reverb from the Alesis MIDIVERB II. The melodic gated element is the Narco Biofeedback System through the Ibanez HD 1000 through the Waveform LPG, gated by the MFB dual ADSR, and then delayed by the Peavey DDL-3. The drone towards the end is also the Narco Biofeedback System through the Ibanez HD 1000, through the DDL-3, and with significant amount of reverb blended on the CXM 1978. Two Alesis MIDIVERB II units are used for the reverbs."

rare birds: Viscount PCM R64s digital/analog drum machine (with pitch mods)

video upload by studi-ohm-studi

Follow-up to this post.

"The Viscount PCM R64s is a 80s italian rhythm machines, combining 8 bit PCM samples (10 sounds) and analog sound (both TOMs and the Cymbal). Actually the 'bongo' sound is made of both a sample and an analog sound, so that's 4 analog sounds on board.
Bad news is that it is not a drum machine but a rhythm machine, indeed you cannot program anything onto it, it's purely a presets unit !
Good news is that it sounds great and thanx to some mute switches and several instruments group volume knobs you can get make the 64 onboard patterns sound like more. It also features 'break', 'handclap solo' and the ability to be synced and/or sync to/from other gear.
Overall sound is fat and punchy, with the analog Cymbal sound bringing some "air" to the sound. Stereo image is quite wide.
I modified this unit by adding a global "pitch" control that act on the 10 PCM sounds (basically changing the clock speed of the sample playback, just like on the MXR 185 for instance) and a Cymbal tune pot. These are simply trimmers that are on the PCB that I externalized. There are also 2 more trimmers to tune the 2 TOMs analog sounds, but since they are not used on many patterns, mainly for breaks, I didn't feel it would add a lot to the sound.
These modifications do however transform this unit and make it more versatile.
In this video I first play with the "samba" differrent patterns and in the second part I demo some more patterns. When you only hear the Handclap sound this means I'm pressing on a footswitch (off screen) plugged to the unit to that intent.
The R64s is plugged into the Tapco 4400A dual spring reverb and then recorded straight with no further editing nor treatment.
Sorry for having my right arm in front of the camera and for the focusing issue."

SCJS#99 - FORBIDDEN ZONE 8-A

video upload by FL3SHB4CK

"Small Case Jam Sessions #99 - FORBIDDEN ZONE 8-A

BEAN JELLY, ONEIROI

Recorded live thru Syntakt delay & reverb

00:00 8
06:47 9
12:38 A"

303-BISCUIT (Roland TB-303, OTO-Biscuit)

video upload by Acid Gray

"Never tried the OTO-Biscuit on the Roland TB-303.

Probably nothing for everybody's taste, but I really like it a lot:
Somewhere between crunchy Lo-Fi sounds and distortion.
Combined with the analog filter, it adds so much more versatility to a 303.

For me Biscuit is one my favorite FX of all time - something I didn't even know that it exists.

It's a gear demo - not a regular acid track ;-)

Recorded in a single take on 1010-BlueBox (delay and reverb added here)."

6/11/26 Pasco Scientific 9301 + Heathkit ID-4101 + Rucci 16-step CV seq + Yamaha EM-100

video upload by Cfpp0

"6/11/26 Pasco Scientific 9301 dual function generator + Heathkit ID-4101 switch + Rucci 16-step CV sequencer + Yamaha EM-100

One Heathkit ID-4101 switch and two Pasco Scientific 9301 dual function generators are being used as oscillators, modulated by the pulse output and CV output on the Rucci 16-step CV sequencer. The banana-jack audio outputs are converted to TS 1/4” by the Low-gain Electronics format jumbler, then mixed on the Yamaha EM-100, with its internal spring reverb."

Pocket Jungle Toolkit for the PO-33 | Jungle in Your Pocket

video upload by Pocket Trax

"After working on this for quite a while, I’m finally ready to share it with you all. Think of it as your Jungle Army Knife. 🪖🔊

👉 Available on Patreon: / pocket-jungle-158682059
Patreon paid members get the toolkit as part of their membership ✨

What’s inside?

16 Amen & drum break slices
4 Jungle basses
2 Atmospheric pads
2 Synth sounds
12 Classic jungle FX hits

Whether you want classic 90s jungle vibes, or fast sketch ideas, this kit gives you a solid starting point.

All sounds are in F#. Melodic slots can be played as chromatic.

I also processed and mixed all sounds meticulously using compression, reverb, redux, and other effects to capture that classic raw jungle character, crunchy breaks, dirty textures, washed atmospheres, and heavy old-school vibes straight out of the box.

Hope you have fun with it!"