Caveman Modules Totem Multimode VCF

video upload by Michigan Synth Works

"Totem is a multimode voltage controlled filter with 16 different filter modes based on the 3109 OTA chip used in classic synths like the Roland SH-101, MC-202, Jupiter-8 and others. $129 USD, Fall 2025

Features:

Massive drive control for endless tone variety
CV control via attenuator
CV control via attenuverter
V/OCT control with half and negative half scaling
Filter Modes:

Mode A B
1 24dB LPF 18dB LPF
2 12dB LPF 6dB LPF
3 12dB HPF + 6dB LPF A 12dB HPF
4 18dB HPF + 6dB LPF 18dB HPF
5 24dB BPF 12dB HPF + 6dB LPF B
6 12dB BPF 6dB HPF
7 12dB Notch + 6dB LPF 12dB Notch
8 18dB Allpass (phase) + 6dB LPF 18dB Allpass (phase)

Specifications

• Width: 12HP
• Depth: 25 mm
• Current Draw: +12 V: 20mA, -12 V: 10 mA"

TOMITA, CASIO & THE COSMO SYSTEM

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"TOMITA, CASIO & THE COSMO SYSTEM: Casio collaborated with Casio way back in the early 1980’s to create the COSMO synthesizer which was a huge rack of custom devices and computer system that ultimately became the CZ-101 Synthesizer and FZ-1 Sampler…the first 16bit sampler. From what understand the CZ-101 has in its code something like 64 different waveforms of which only 8 were selected for the CZ. I’ve seen someone post about this and was trying to make them accessible. Phase Distortion synthesis is the “real” FM (again as I’ve read somewhere) and Yamaha’s FM is different though I’m not sure what those differences are. The CZ started my career as a sound designer and remains one of my Top 3 instruments though I use the Virtual CZ soft synth by Oli Larkin. I have my entire collection of sounds from all the way back to 1986 and all the ones used on my “Lost Childhood” albums that were done with just two CZ-1’s run from a Roland MC-500 MIDI sequencer in real time through a Roland R880 digital reverb direct to DAT. A fantastic and classic synth! 🎛️ 👽"

Also see:

CASIO COSMO SYNTHESIZER

Casio ZZ Sampler System From 1986

The TOMITA Memorial Museum : Isao Tomita tribute exhibition at Gakki Fair 2016

Bossfighter Win (MEGASYSTEM live audiovisual remix)

video upload by LucaTronico

"A high-energy battle music remix inspired by old-school arcade boss themes.
This live set blends synthesizer performance with reactive glitch visuals, amplified by audience gameplay on retro consoles. No loops, no edits — just raw chaos.

Megasystem Live – June 20 @ El Sótano Analógico
Chiptune & retrowave performanec + real-time glitch visuals powered by CRTs and classic consoles.
Audience gameplay influences both visuals and music. Total chaos, fully live.

🧠 Instruments: Dirtywave M8 · Roland MC-101 · Teenage Engineering OP-Z
🎛️ Visuals: Video Glitch System (Oliver Behrmann)
🎮 Interaction: Classic consoles hacked into the AV chain
Original music theme not owned by me :)

🔗 Stay Connected:

📷 Follow my musical explorations on Instagram: / luca.tronico
🌐 More info about me: https://lucatronico.w.link/"

3D Galax Cover (MEGASYSTEM live remix)

video upload by LucaTronico

"Space shooter nostalgia meets analog chaos.
This cover of a 3D Galax-style track gets the full MEGASYSTEM treatment: live chiptune performance + retro CRT visuals glitching in real time as the audience plays.

Megasystem Live – June 20 @ El Sótano Analógico
Chiptune & retrowave performanec + real-time glitch visuals powered by CRTs and classic consoles.
Audience gameplay influences both visuals and music. Total chaos, fully live.

🧠 Instruments: Dirtywave M8 · Roland MC-101 · Teenage Engineering OP-Z
🎛️ Visuals: Video Glitch System (Oliver Behrmann)
🎮 Interaction: Classic consoles hacked into the AV chain
Original music theme not owned by me :)

🔗 Stay Connected:

📷 Follow my musical explorations on Instagram: / luca.tronico
🌐 More info about me: https://lucatronico.w.link/"

Symphony of a Forgotten Sprite (MEGASYSTEM live cover)

video upload by LucaTronico

"A live reinterpretation of Symphony of a Forgotten Sprite, performed using portable synths and real-time CRT glitch visuals.
The visuals are generated through modified retro consoles and analog setups that react to gameplay and music — creating a one-of-a-kind performance experience.

🎮 Music: Cover performed live with Roland MC-101
📺 Visuals: CRT stack + video glitch system reacting to classic game signals

Megasystem Live – June 20 @ El Sótano Analógico
Chiptune & retrowave performanec + real-time glitch visuals powered by CRTs and classic consoles.
Audience gameplay influences both visuals and music. Total chaos, fully live.

🧠 Instruments: Dirtywave M8 · Roland MC-101 · Teenage Engineering OP-Z
🎛️ Visuals: Video Glitch System (Oliver Behrmann)
🎮 Interaction: Classic consoles hacked into the AV chain
Original music theme not owned by me :)"

Nero Cyberpunk for Roland Zen Core

video upload by NatLife Sounds

Roland Zen Core - Nero Cyberpunk presets overview

video upload by NatLife Sounds

"Buy Product: https://natlifesounds.com/product/ner...

Nero Cyberpunk for Roland Zen-Core is a powerful dystopian soundbank that bridges the gap between past and future. Inspired by Nero’s My Eyes, this collection was built entirely from scratch, meticulously recreating the essence and atmosphere of that track. With these presets, you’ll be able to make music with a similar mood and intensity.

These sounds blend elements from different eras, making them perfect for Cyberpunk, Synthwave, Neuropunk, or any other genre of electronic music.

Inside, you’ll find some of the most powerful basslines ever produced on this engine, alongside incredibly dystopian and atmospheric pads, expressive leads, unique synth tones, plucks, vocal-inspired textures, and much more.

The soundbank contains 64 Zenology presets, which are:

12 Leads
17 Synth Leads & Plucks
12 Pads
12 Basses
1 Brass
2 OSC Leads
2 Plucks
1 AAH"

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The Most Epic Music Gear Comparison

video upload by AudioPilz

"Hey everybody, in this video we are going to compare different pieces of gear in the most unscientific yet epic way possible. There’s an extended version of this comparison without me talking nonsense available on Patreon and definitely click one of the links below before shopping. Speaking of, let’s start this out with two of the most desirable modern synths.

00:00 Introduction
00:22 Novation Peak
00:52 ASM Hydrasynth
01:37 Polyend Tracker
02:07 Korg Electribe EMX-1
02:37 Roland MC-101
03:07 Korg opsix
03:57 Casio CZ-101
04:27 Roland S-1 vs. 1010music blackbox
04:57 Korg Wavestate MK2
05:45 Roland TB-3
06:15 Roland Cloud
06:45 Teenage Engineering PO-33 KO!
07:31 Korg Volca Modular
08:02 Teenage Engineering pocket operator modular 400
08:47 Elektron Digitakt II
09:17 Korg Minilogue XD
09:44 Boss DR-5
10:11 Outro
10:32 Bonus Dawless Jam"

Roland Zen Core - True Trance Sounds V3 (Supersaw Edition)

video upload by NatLife Sounds

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True Trance Sounds V3 (Supersaw Edition) is a powerful soundbank with 32 supersaw presets for Roland Zen-Core. It covers all modern variations of the iconic supersaw sound. These presets are perfect for creating energetic and dynamic trance tracks with rich, layered tones.

This pack is a must-have for fans of classic and contemporary Roland Supersaw sounds. It expands your creative possibilities with Zen-Core hardware."

"Compatible Roland Zen-Core instruments include:

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MC-202: The Awkward Sibling

video upload by Alex Ball

"A look at Roland's MC-202 from 1983."

0:00 Intro
1:12 History
3:31 Demo 1
4:30 The difference between a 101 and 202
6:38 Demo 2
7:30 Tubbutec 2oh2 / Demo 3
8:52 Legacy of the 202
10:10 Sample pack and Summary
10:42 Outro Jam

Syntakt live jam: Analog overload

video upload by Sineway

Syntakt live jams by Sineway


Playlist at the time of this post:
1. Syntakt live jam: Analog overload
2. Syntakt synthwave jam: New Beginning
3. Syntakt: not just a drum machine - Film score jam, all 12 tracks for melodic parts
4. Syntakt jam: More synth than drum computer? (no talking)
5. Syntakt jam: Embracing the hybrid workflow (no talking)
6. Syntakt live jam + full track breakdown!
7. My 5 favorite creative features of the Syntakt
8. Syntakt jam with Roland SP-404 MKII
9. Are two grooveboxes better than one? Syntakt & MC-101 live jam
10. Syntakt live jam: Oasis - Uses ALL 12 tracks!
11. Syntakt live jam: Synthetic
12. Syntakt live jam: Changes

Roland MC-202 MicroComposer w/ Pelican Case

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"Roland MC-202 in excellent condition. Professionally serviced in house. Includes pelican case and powersupply. This unit has been modified: there is an input for CV control of the filter cutoff and an audio in on the side of the unit(see photos)

The Roland MC-202 (MicroComposer) is a monophonic analog synthesizer and music sequencer released by Roland in 1983. It was the first groovebox. Its synth is similar to the TB-303 bass synth and the SH-101 synthesizer, featuring one voltage-controlled oscillator with simultaneous saw and square/pulse-width waveforms. It is a successor to the Microcomposer family of sequencers, including the MC-8 and MC-4."

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Bad Gear - The Original Boutique

video upload by AudioPilz

"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. Roland is inarguably the greatest synth brand in history but even die-hard fans like me have a hard time dealing with the miniscule displays, buzz-killing menu diving and product philosophies that seem like they were conceived after a 72h non-stop bender.

Today we are going to talk about the MC-202. This 80s analog synth and sequencer not only might as well be the secret lovechild of an SH101 and TB303, it also appears to be the root of all the aforementioned evil.

Thanks to Philipp of Feedback Underground Studios for giving me access to his beautiful artifact. Serious requests are welcome to: fbugs@gmx.at

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
00:53 Overview Roland MC202
00:58 Synth Engine, Similarities to the Roland SH-101
01:41 Why the Sequencer is worse than the Roland TB-303
02:17 Workflow
02:53 2nd Sequencer Lane
02:59 Lack of Memory, Tape Backup
03:12 Connectivity, Limitations
03:46 Patches
04:08 Differences to the Roland SH101
04:20 Mods, Bends
04:49 Pricing, Thanks!!!
05:00 Hate
05:29 Jam 1 (I have no Idea what I'm doing!!!)
06:20 Jam 2 ( Elektro Funk )
07:25 Finale ( Downtempo Trance )
07:57 Verdict"

Dreams from Japan (Tribute to Roland)

video upload by E I S E N T A N Z

"This song was composed and produced exclusively with the famous Roland synthesizers. It is a tribute and a big thank to the Japanese developers at Roland. The following devices were used.
(order in which they appear in the song)

System 100
TR-707
Juno-106
TR-808
JD-800
SH-101
TB-303
TR-606
RE-501
System 100M
TR-77
CR-8000
D-50
MC-202"

New 3rd Party Hidden Sysex Based ZEN-Core Editor-librarian for MC-101 and MC-707

video upload by Benedetto Schiavone

"ZEN-Core Sound Banks (222 tones) for all Roland Synthesizers, Piano, Groovebox, Wind-Instruments, Guitar Synth compatible with the ZEN-Core standard"

Available at: http://www.benis.it/cm/ZC_Editor/ben6...

Addtiional details in via Benedetto Schiavone:


"As is known, the two Roland grooveboxes do not officially support MIDI SysEX messages and there is no documentation relating to their implementation which is hidden

In reality, the MC-101/707 are able to receive and send such messages: they respond with a completely wrong addressing, with duplicate and incorrect data which however can be corrected and used by the software.

The editor-librarian, like the analogous versions for Fantom/0, AX-Edge and Jupiter-X/Xm, communicates in real-time and bidirectionally with the groovebox, using MIDI SysEx messages."

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Roland MC-101

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#jamuary2024 03 Plantwave & JD-08 in F# PentMin

video upload by SynthAddict

"From last night, fell asleep before uploading...

-Plantwave with iOS app (Bluetooth), preset set for F# PentMin
-Roland Boutique JD-08
-Irijule Theoryboard set for F# PentMin
-Korg MiniKP
-Edirol M-10MX

Plantwave connected to a sprig of St. John's Wort in medium light. I tried to modulate the plant response with red and white lights (to stimulate photosynthesis further) - not much reaction this time.

See my older video on Plantwave where I demo white, red, and UV pocket lights to change the plant response and the synth modulation follows - sort of like a biological D-beam control. :-) [posted here]

I think the Plantwave app preset wasn't set to modulate the sounds the same way my Roland MC-101 was in the older video. Next time I will do a demo of Plantwave connected via MIDI to a hardware synth."

Roland MC-101 Groovebox

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The Novation Circuit is PERFECT for this

video upload by Gabe Miller Music

"We have shirts now! https://coastlandcreativestore.teemil...
I show the making of a short live set with the Novation Circuit Tracks and Roland MC-101, and do a live jam."

Timestamps:
00:00 Circuit Walkthrough
09:10 Live Set

Bad Gear - The 90s called...

video upload by AudioPilz

"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world's most hated audio tools. Today we are going to talk about the Korg Electribe EM-1 Music Production Station. Can this all-in-one music production tool from the year 2001 give us the sound of the 90s??? Is it on par with its more famous sibling, the Korg Electribe ER-1 rhythm synthesizer and can it keep up with contemporary grooveboxes like the Korg Electribe 2, Akai MPC One, Roland MC-101, Elektron Digitakt or Teenage Engineering OP-1??? The 90s called... they want their crunchy lofi samples back."

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
00:54 Overview Korg Electribe EM1
01:43 Drum & Synth Voices
02:02 Samples
02:21 Differences to the Korg Electribe ES-1
02:28 Sound Design Facilities (AD Env, Filter, Drive)
03:02 FX Section, Delay
03:28 Sequencer, Drum- & Synth Modes
03:44 Additional Features (Roll, Transpose, Accent)
03:58 Motion Recording
04:07 Limitations, What else??? Pricing
04:55 Hate
05:18 Jam 1 (Drum&Bass)
06:14 Jam 2 (LoFi House)
07:09 Finale (Techno)
08:42 Verdict

Bad Gear - Roland MC-101

video upload by AudioPilz

"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world's most hated audio tools. Today we are going to talk about the Roland MC-101 Groovebox. Is this youngest member of the Roland Groovebox family and little sibling of the Roland MC-707 on par with competitors like the Teenage Engineering OP-1, Elektron Digitakt or Korg Electribe?"


Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
01:04 Overview Roland MC101
01:45 Engines (Drums, Drums+Comp, Tone, Looper)
02:03 Sounds, Presets, Patches
02:35 UI, Filter, Partial Editor, Unison
03:27 Clip Matrix, Sequencer, Workflow,
03:52 Polymeters, Substeps, Probability, Motion Recording
04:13 Effects Section (Reverb, Delay, Multi FX), Scatter
04:43 Sample Management, Time Stretch
05:05 Sampling (or lack thereof)
05:18 What else??? Pricing, Thanks!!!
05:53 Hate
06:16 Jam 1 (Tech House)
07:12 Jam 2 (Boom Bap)
08:10 Finale (80s on Steroids)
08:42 Verdict