Patch & Play: Sequential Circuits Prophet-5 - Episode 2

video upload by William Cas

"In this episode of Patch & Play, William Cas explores the Sequential Circuits Prophet-5, a legendary five-voice analog polyphonic synthesizer known for its warm sound and expanded patch memory.

Patch & Play is hosted by William Cas, featuring a new setup each series of episodes. The experience itself unfolds as a meditative dialogue with the environment, exploring its unique alchemy of sounds.

Produced by Nolan Feldpausch
IG: @noliefeldpausch"

Part 1 here

Patch & Play: Sequential Circuits Prophet-5 - Episode 1

video upload by William Cas

Sequential Prophet 5 and Roland Space Echo | Horror Movie Soundtrack

video upload by Suspect Media

"The Prophet 5 is amazing for horror soundtracks—I use it in almost everything. When it’s processed through the Space Echo, it’s pretty much unbeatable. It just has that perfect 80s sound."

Prophet 10 VS Oberheim OB-X8 // which one should you get?!

video upload by Devin Belanger

"Detailed shootout and comparison between the Oberheim OBX8 against the Sequential Prophet 5 / 10. This is an educational video, so I talk a lot. For playing only sound demos, check out my custom patches.

Miles Away Custom Synth Patches: https://shop.milesawayofficial.com/pr...

0:00 - intro patch comparison jam
0:45 - why I made this video
1:55 - patch shootout, PWM keys
4:00 - Prophet main sound characteristics
5:45 - Oberheim main sound characteristics
7:17 - differences in workflow and features
12:37 - patch shootout, classic strings pad
16:15 - Prophet 10 poly unison mode
17:44 - OB-X8 binaural stereo mode
21:57 - patch shootout, Moog style bass
25:25 - making a Prophet patch from scratch
31:19 - making an Oberheim patch from scratch
40:53 - my pros and cons of each synth
43:36 - verdict, which one should you get?"

PlantsSystem-RadioKey

video upload by plantssystem

"The warm and deep synth sound of the SEQUENTIAL Prophet-5 and the radio noise captured by the SONY SkySensor. The two intersected to create 'RadioKey'.
The rich filter changes of the Prophet-5 create an organic sound, and the minute noise and random sound changes picked up by the Sky Sensor add a unique texture to the song.
The sound is nostalgic yet new, and will draw the listener in.
"RadioKey" weaves together the expressive power of analog equipment and the unpredictable elements of radio.
It is a one-of-a-kind sound experience where chance and necessity intersect.
#prophet5 #skysensor #synth #radio #electronicmusic"

Crumar Performer MK2 (SSM 2040 filter) / analog polyphonic synth

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video upload by ohm_studi_ohm

"The Crumar Performer is a string and brass synth that has some features that grants it to be part of the hall of fame of paraphonic analog synths.
First it's a quite compact and lightweight contender in such a category.
Then it has a very nice and warm sounding resonant filter, based on the SSM 2040 and 2050 chipsets, just like in the Sequential Prophet 5. First version of the Performer used a Moog inspired transistor ladder filter, also resonant. It sounds good too but I definitely prefer that one.

The string sound have variable attack and release time and those can be quite long, great for pads and ambiance. But in my opinion what makes it special is the 3 band Eq which allows for quite a large panel of variety of tones, and it can get into almost vocal territories (check video at 05:49).
recorded through a Dynacord VRS23 for added reverb."

via this Reverb listing

"the Crumar Performer is one of the classic string synth. This one is the second version with the updated filter (SSM 2040 like on the Sequential Circuits Prophet 5).

Unit was serviced and is perfectly working. Power suply was recapped and everything was cleaned and calibrated. Cosmetic is quite good, despite some scuff and wear here and there.
It's quite compact and lightweight compared to others string synth (77x35x19cm 12kilos)"

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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

Sequential Circuits Prophet VS keyboard

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via this VEMIA listing

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VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.

"Very good condition Prophet VS + its very rare original memory Cartridge. This one model is truly in a very very good cosmetic shape as shown on pictures. This prophet VS was serviced in 2018 and works fine thanks to a new bright OLED display, new CEM5530's, new Data Entry Slider, some new switches, ... The Prophet VS is a true 'classic-hybrid' of the early nineties with a very unique sound signature. This synth was the original Sequential's venture into the digital era, combining through vector synthesis, 127 digital wave forms with the famous analog filters and envelopes of the prophet 5 legacy. Add to this excellent recipe, a 'sequencer' allowing to combine and or record the 4 oscillators/wave forms and mix them in real-time with the joystick and you get into seriously creative avenues. The result is a wonderful instrument, covering with ease a vast sonic territory, and allowing to reach both very warm analog sounds, evolving pads and landscapes, as well as very rich metallic and bell-like sounds."

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PlantsSystem-Visions 1/2 2/2

video upload by plantssystem

"Visions 1/2 2/2 were created with Cycling'74 M and SEQUENTIAL Prophet-5.
M runs on a PowerBook G3 and uses the piano and koto sounds from the built-in QuickTime sound source.
Prophet-5 is layered on top of that.
1/2 is Piano & Prophet-5.
2/2 is Koto & Prophet-5.
It is a two-part work.
The Prophet-5 provides a shadowy pad sound on 1/2 and a noise modulation sound on 2/2.
#prophet5 #cycling74"

Synth jam - Model 101, TR 505 and Prophet 5 Rev. 3

video upload by Franz Kreimer Keys

"This is a short sunday afternoon jam with my Roland System 100 Model 101, TR505 Drumcomputer and Sequential Prophet 5 Rev. 3.
I'm using Arturia's Beatstep pro as Sequenzer for Midi Clock and for triggering the Model 101 via CV."

Unravel | Minimoog, Spectralis 2, Prophet 10, Prophet 12, Nord Drum 2 electronic music

video upload by MIDERA

"Got 5 hours of sleep last night. Had something frustrating happen (possible loss of $$$), not the worst thing in the world of course, just frustrating. After this track, I'll go back and see what else I can do with the Cirklon.

Moog Minimoog = bass
Sequential Prophet 12 = Main melody line
Sequential Prophet 10 = background chime sound
Radikal Technologies Spectralis 2 = sequencing and lead later in the track
Clavia Nord Drum 2 = drums
Native Instruments Raum = reverb"

Original Sequential Circuits Prophet 10 (1016)

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via this VEMIA listing

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VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books. Pic of the inside below.

"Vintage Sequential Circuits Prophet 10 Dual Manual Keyboard Synthesizer with Flight Case This Prophet 10 is in very good condition, and is fully functional, although the Braemer tape drive has not been tested. Has factory MIDI and sequencer, and the original blue Prophet-10 flight case on wheels. This may be one of the last Prophet-10s made, as the S/N is 0444. It's big and heavy!! Includes power cord, electronic copies of the operation manual and service information, and one original Sequential footswitch. The flight case foam is serviceable, but could use replacement. The synth is wrapped in plastic within the flight case. Full pictures are here [captured below]. By far the most prevalent of the original Prophet 10 models, the Prophet 10 Rev3 was a better built version than the previous 2 iterations for more consistent and reliable performance. It used Curtis Electronics Manufacturing chips, and featured 2 VCOs per voice, a low pass resonant filter with ADSR, LFO, & cv/gate controls. This rarely seen monster analog synth is by far one of the fattest and nicest vintage synthesizers.

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SEQUENTIAL PROPHET 10 SPECIAL EDITION // unboxing & first impressions!

video upload by Devin Belanger

"Devin Belanger (Miles Away) shares first impressions, jams and demos of the Sequential Prophet 10 Limited 50th Anniversary Special Edition to find out if the Prophet 5 is still the best classic synthesizer you can buy."

0:00 - unboxing
1:23 - first jam
1:55 - first impressions overview!
9:44 - designing my first patch
12:35 - exploring the modulation section
19:52 - sound demo no talking
24:10 - why did I buy a Prophet 10?
25:30 - my initial thoughts

Sequential Pro-One w/ Upgrades

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via this listing

"This is amazing synth and this one has a couple upgrades like the Techsmech's high-quality keyboard replacement (uses the same keybed as new Sequential keybeds) + Techsmech's knob upgrade that makes the knobs look like the ones on the Prophet-5. It is a 220v version but includes the power converter. Works and sounds great."

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Beauty of the Prophet 5 and Sequential DrumTracks

video upload by Prophet 5 / 10

"@franz_kreimer_keys is demonstrating the beauty of the Prophet 5 and Sequential DrumTracks ❤️"

Sequential Model 800 256-Event CV/Gate Sequencer SN 800-070

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via this listing

"Very rare Sequential Circuits sequencer model 800.

256 steps digital sequencer from 1977.

Developed for the Prophet 5, but can be used with every CV/GATE Input and Output

Serviced byTurnlab ( Belgium ) in 2023

Fully tested.

Unlike true analogue sequencers, the Model 800 quantizes and records incoming control voltages digitally, together with their timing information. Editing of pitch and measure is also possible.Sequences are recorded into one of the 16 "banks", each capable of holding 16 notes. These can then be played back individually or as one continuous sequence playing from the leftmost bank to the rightmost."

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Lets Make the Bass from “Hot To GO!" by Chappell Roan

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"In this video, I take on the challenge of recreating the bass sound from Chappell Roan’s “Hot to Go” using four legendary vintage synthesizers: Sequential Circuits Prophet-5, Roland Jupiter-8, ARP 2600 & Minimoog.

The secret sauce? Pulse width modulation (PWM)—it’s the key to nailing that rich, dynamic bass tone. I’ll walk you through how I dial in the sound on each synth and perform the bassline, so you can hear the differences and pick your favorite. You'll see that sometimes a simple sound requires some very subtle knob turns especially with the envelope, generators, filter, modulation, and resonance

But here’s the real takeaway—it’s not about which synth was used on the record, but about understanding how to craft the sound on any synth you have. Once you know the building blocks, you can shape it your way. Plus, the way you play the notes is just as important as the sound itself!

So, which synth gets the vibe just right? Watch and decide for yourself!"

PlantsSystem-Hash2D3D

video upload by plantssystem

"Random numbers are essential to programs and have a long history, and various methods have been proposed for generating random numbers.
We are investigating the cost performance of hash functions.
SEQUENTIAL Prophet-5 and Poly-Sequencer were used for recording."

PlantsSystem-ThirdEmotion

video upload by plantssystem



"The smoothness of the gradient affects artifacts.

If the change in value is not smooth, that is, if there is a sudden change in value, a characteristic quirk will appear.

I used SEQUENTIAL Prophet-5 and AKAI Professional MPC-2000.

Visual is MotionDive2 and TouchVIZ."

Elements Vol 2 - Patches 76 to 100 (of 100) - u-he - Repro 5

video upload by GEOSynths

"Out Now - https://www.geosynths.com/repro5

It's been a few years since I made Patches with REPRO, which I think is one of the best Software Synths out there to create 'Analog' style Sounds and beyond. As you can see, I have a Prophet 10 and I can get the sounds so close, it's really quite astounding.

I'm back with another 100 Patches, covering Pads & Motion, Bass & Lead, Strings & Keys and a whole lot more. As usual, all 100 Patches are demonstrated over 4 Videos - This the 2nd Video.

Requires - Repro 1.1.3 (revision 16797) and will only work on u-he REPRO 5 and not the Sequential Prophet 5/10.

This is the 4th and final Video demonstrating Patches 76 to 100"