"We say... A pre-owned Chompi Club Chompi in excellent condition. It comes with original packaging and accessories.
Manufacturer's description Chompi is a quirky, chromatic sampler and tape music instrument, inviting you into the magical world of sound design. With its unique stereo sampling engine, expressive multi-effects and varispeed “tape” style looper; Chompi is ready for immediate fun.
Special care was taken with sourcing quality materials for Chompi's hardware, but many aspects of the platform have also been designed with user customization in mind. The modular panel enclosure, MX mechanical key switches and keycaps, and DJ-style encoder knobs can all be customized and retrofitted by the user to match their own unique style.
Chompi's workflow is designed to be user-friendly and accessible to individuals of all experience levels… So whether you’ve been playing music for years, or are just starting your sonic journey, Chompi just might become your new favorite buddy!
"PURE FILTER SATISFACTION
CPM DF-8 - Beauty & the Beast of all filters.
Release date is 20th Nov - No Pre-order required."
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"The Beauty is in our smooth, discrete analog recreation of a 2045 (24 dB/oct) LP filter that has been used to great effect by artists such as Massive Attack, Radiohead, and for that distinctive 90s nostalgic filter house sound synonymous with Daft Punk.
The Beast is our proprietary analog GEN R-8 (12 dB/oct) filter that can snarl and howl in all modes (LP, BP, HP, NOTCH).
We then decided to combine the 2045 Lowpass filter with the Highpass of the GEN R-8 to create three additional filter types, a Bandpass (BP+), a phaser-like Band Reject (BR+), and a very wide Notch filter (NOTCH+), for some truly unique filter sounds.
Both filter channels have all eight filter types and are controlled by two full ADSR envelopes with multiple trigger modes to cater for every need. They can be triggered by a gate signal, by an audio signal threshold, by a manual trigger button, and they can even auto-repeat in a loop mode, acting as LFOs.
The release date is the 20th of November. Available from stylophone.com and all good music stores."
A pre-owned Korg Kaoss Replay in excellent condition. It comes with all original packaging and accessories.
Manufacturer's description
The flagship KAOSS is here
With its groundbreaking XY pad and innovative and distinctive FX, the critically acclaimed KAOSS series has reshaped the music landscape, rewriting the rules of live performances and musical innovation across its various iterations.
KAOSS Replay is a self-contained performance tool that reshapes the KAOSS legacy, serving as an all-in-one solution for musicians, performers, and producers. It features unparalleled KAOSS Pad and Effects, expanded sample playback and sampling capabilities, and intuitive and precise DJ controls. In a portable stand-alone unit, KAOSS Replay facilitates electrifying KAOSS-infused performances on the fly, eliminating the need for additional equipment.
KAOSS Replay unlocks a new realm of musical creativity and boundless performance possibilities."
Today we've got the Solarfaze on the bench, by Vongon. It's a stereo saturation and detune (aka chorus) effect. Here's how it works and what it sounds like.
00:00 Intro
01:43 Chorus
05:23 Saturation
09:45 With Subharmonicon
11:40 With Pulsar 23
14:10 Multiband Guitar Loop"
"Warmth. Movement. Glow.
This is the new Vongon SOLARFAZE — a stereo chorus fused with saturation.
Joined by Replay, Ultrasheer, and Polyphrase, here’s how it dreams.
Enjoy."
00:00 Jam
02:36 Intro
03:59 How to support me
04:30 Overview of SOLARFAZE
05:45 Saturate
08:15 Detune
10:04 Bringing in the other pedals
11:15 A different effect chain
15:13 Bonut tip : Transposing arpeggios with Replay
16:10 Solarfaze on Pads
20:05 Conclusions
Vongon Solarfaze is beautiful (harp, guitar, synth, drums)
The Solarfaze from Vongon is a stereo 3-band saturator and detune/chorus pedal that gives you exacting control over the frequency landscape of your signal. Whether you're adding a bit of undulatory warmth and saturation or assaulting the frequency spectra of your choice, Solarfaze as you covered, often surprising you with its tonal complexity. The heart of the pedal is a 3-band Bass, Mid, and Treble saturation mixer with each section offering three levels of gain: Soft, Boost, and Hard. Each band can be finetuned to one of five different frequencies, making this pedal as versatile as you are.
The Detune section offers a simple interface for adding movement and interest to your signal, affecting the stereo field, as well for a satisfying binaural experience. Adjust the Amount and Mix to your taste and turn up the Envelope control for dynamic expression that is based on your playing. Size can be adjusted as well to create a smoother or tighter detune effect. Other features include a built-in Noise Gate and an effect rerouting option. Indeed, the Solarfaze is a wonderful addition to the already incredibly Vongon lineup and is sure to find a use in any pedalboard.
SOLARFAZE FEATURES
Stereo multi-band saturator and chorus Soft-clipping waveshapers for smooth transition from subtle warmth to heavy breakup Bass, Mid, and Treble drive sliders Selectable gain level per band: Soft (0dB), Boost (+6dB), Hard (+12dB) Each band has 5 different frequency options Stereo detune chorus with independent left/right pitch shifts Envelope modulation of detune amount for dynamic stereo animation Route Saturation into Detune and vice versa Built-in Noise Gate with adjustable threshold MIDI Input for parameter control and 9 preset storage
"⚒️ Granite Pulse is a bank of 64 arpeggio presets for Korg microKORG 2.
The main idea is to create noisy and dirty, yet atmospheric sounds based on natural phenomena and fossils. Bank was inspired by artists such as Bassvictim, A.G. Cook, SOPHIE, and Flume.
⚒️ Granite Pulse is a bank of 64 arpeggio presets for Korg microKORG 2. The main idea is to create noisy and dirty, yet atmospheric sounds based on natural phenomena and fossils. Bank was inspired by artists such as Bassvictim, A.G. Cook, SOPHIE, and Flume.
📦 Get these patches: https://antonanru.sellfy.store/p/micr... ‼️ Compatible with Microkorg 2 only. Not compatible with the original Microkorg 1. 👤 The author of the soundset is skendi (Arseniy Pushkov).
💨The soundset spans a wide range of tones, from dirty, noisy, lo-fi, punchy and detuned to more atmospheric and smoothed. The sounds include various combinations of oscillators in different modes, as well as different types of reverb, delay, distortion, filters, and modulations.
🎛 ModWheel adds expressiveness — brightening the sound for dynamic performance.
🎹The soundset is suitable for many genres: industrial, electronica, cinematic, darkwave, synthwave, IDM, bass music, progressive, techno, breaks, jungle, and others.
💡 To import presets, connect the MicroKorg 2 to your computer via USB and set the synthesizer to USB Mass Storage mode (press and hold the Function 1 button while powering on the unit—this is the left/first button below the display). The storage contains a "programs" folder. Locate the user presets—their names start with the letter "U". Delete all 64 user presets: from U_A1 to U_H8 (or back them up to a folder on your computer). Copy the files from the "programs" folder in the downloaded soundset and paste them into the "programs" folder in the Mass Storage. Once completed, eject the USB drive and exit USB Mass Storage mode (Function 5 button). The synthesizer will restart automatically. I added pads to the demo. They are not included in the soundset."
"Can you stay awake, Alan? They say that on October 31st, the veil between worlds is at its thinnest. It’s a time of whispers in the static, of messages from places unseen. It’s a time for ghosts in the machine. At Ocean Swift, they say they have captured those ghosts.
The Rusted Signal Bundle was built from the echoes of fractured futures and the whispers of forgotten transmissions. It’s a complete toolkit for crafting vast, dystopian atmospheres, haunted soundscapes, and the chilling sounds of a world coming undone. With its core of "Dystopia Diary" and 20 curated sample packs, you can weave narratives from AI echoes, corrupted radio signals, and synthetic prophecies.
📚 DMS Generative is a collection of 25 patches for the semi-modular system Moog Sound Studio: DFAM + Mother-32 + Subharmonicon. This genre of sound design is highly popular within modular culture, and the Moog Sound Studio offers an excellent feature set to explore it. 🎛 Controlled chaos and randomness, probability, non-repetitiveness, tempo shifts, pattern uniqueness, the alternation of short and long sounds, unexpected changes, silence and density, harmonic and FX-like tones, and glitchy bursts throughout sequences — all of these elements are part of the soundset. 🎚 Generative timbres can serve as a strong addition to, or the main element of, ambient or techno tracks, jams, and performances. You can also record fragments into your DAW or sampler, slice them into one-shots or loops, and obtain unique material for further processing.
🕹 The key idea behind the soundset is a high level of interconnection. In this patchbook, the timbres of the synths are intertwined — they cannot exist independently: 🔹 They modulate each other with LFOs and envelopes. 🔹 A sequence from one synth may change parameters on another. 🔹 Trigger interactions, clock/rhythm, and run/stop modulations break predictable patterns. 🔹 Audio signals from VCOs may be used as modulation sources to create harmonies, intervals, or wild experimental inharmonic tones. 🔹 Alternatively, they can be used as audio sources routed into another synth to be processed through its unique filter and envelope — giving the signal a “second life.” DFAM, M32, and SUBH each play distinct and defined roles — it’s not a sound mess, but a tightly integrated system where the synths work in close cooperation.
Auction to be held at Musician's Hall of Fame & Museum, Nashville, on November 19
An incredible collection of more than 450 artifacts from the life and career of Florian Schneider, co-founder of the pioneer electronic band Kraftwerk."
Pics and videos featuring some of the gear below, and his Lederhosen for good measure (thanks greg!).
Update: the post has been fully updated with all the synth related gear. This may just well be the longest post to be featured on the site. I wanted to capture all the pics for all of the details including notes, scuffs, and of course serial numbers. It's an interesting look into what he used, the condition he keped his gear, in some cases, how he actually used his gear. Note the phonetics on the keys of the Casio CZ-101 and DX-100. Note the Midi Switch Box with a built-in speaker? What's that about? Note the camouflage key strap on the Korg RK-100 Remote Keyboard. Did he pick it out himself or did the keytar just come with it? Note the repeat midi controllers and the MIDI saxaphones. Wind was his primary instrument. You'll find a ton of the acoustic gear he used in the other listings. This is a fascinating insight into both what and how he used his gear.
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Rack Mount Sennheiser VSM-201 Vocoder
Starting Bid
$5,000
Estimate
$20,000 - $40,000 USD
A late 1970s Sennheiser VSM 201 Vocoder with no serial number from the personal studio and collection of Florian Schneider of Kraftwerk (see images). While it’s said that only a few dozen of these Vocoders were produced, a few examples made it into the hands of forward-thinking musical artists including Herbie Hancock, Daft Punk, and of course, Kraftwerk, who used a VSM-201 like this on their albums Man Machine (1978) and Computerworld (1981). The VSM-201 has an intelligible sound that has not yet been bested by modern gear. Includes power cable. This VSM-201 has been removed from its wooden enclosure (which bears the serial number plate) and modified with a metal rack mount casing, presumably for live use. Requires 240v, IEC power cable not included.
Dimensions: 19 x 9 x 9 inches
Category: Kraftwerk, Equipment
Provenance: PROVENANCE From the Estate of Florian Schneider
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"Another item from the ARP collection: Here's the original vintage Black and Gold-finished Mk I ARP AXXE model 2312 - with unit's serial number 2312 ! - at an affordable entry-level point. It has original ARP upgrade PPC kit yet installed replacing the rotary pitch bend knob. A white overlay is provided for the signal flow diagram (see pictures). Optionally, as the original front panel graphics are gone, we’ve given it a nice touch with hand-painted gold detailing. Like its sibling the Odyssey, the AXXE has its own unique voice: while you’ll get that unmistakable ARP analog character, it also can opens the door to a variety of sounds — from thick, punchy basses to bright, sizzling leads — all for a fraction of the cost. Plus, it’s got a few fun tricks up its sleeve that you can appreciate on this explicit video from Starsky Carr: https://youtu.be/-6NHVLVJgpA?feature=shared . In working condition overall, though there’s a bit of crackling here and there, so a good cleaning is recommended - sold as is. As a great bonus are the connections on the back allowing an external synth or signal to be processed along with CV, Gate and Trigger inputs and outputs plus a control pedal input for the filter. Standard IEC power lead not included. [ If you’re purchasing from outside the EU, please be ready to provide any details that might be needed — thanks for understanding! ] Will be packed thoughtfully."
"Here we have the new 'stereo field' version of the Steady State Gate from SSF (Steady State Fate). It's a revamped circuit design with added features and new stereo functions that builds on what I think is a bit of a modern classic, the Steady State Gate from 2022. It's a re imagining and expanded LPG or low pass gate that has on board wave shaping, versatile filtering options and stereo field (stereo image, creation, control and modulation thereof) controls. It's beautifully musical and dynamic, check out the patches below."
"The Steady State Gate Stereo Field (SSGSF) is a stereo low-pass gate module combining dynamic filtering, timbre shaping, and stereo field control to produce rich, evolving textures with spatial effects. Suitable for both stereo and mono sources, it offers extensive modulation possibilities for expressive sound design.
Newly designed signal path with updated Timbre and Qaos response and control.
True stereo design utilizing a curated mid-side signal chain that provides processing features for stereo, as well as mono input signals.
Stereo and mono signal processing including psychoacoustic panning and stereo field enhancement with voltage control and two 'FIELD" modes.
New CV/GATE LPG control input. Can be used simultaneously with EXCITE for more dynamic and rhythmic effects."
"The ADDAC816 Percussion VCA by ADDAC System is a voltage controlled amplifier featuring an integrated AD envelope with a fast attack and adjustable decay, perfect for creating precise and dynamic percussive sounds!"
0:00 Intro
0:24 Envelope gain
1:08 Decay knob and time switch
2:05 Envelope input behavior
2:33 VCA input
2:46 Patch 1
4:02 Patch 2
5:05 Patch 3
"While deep in its soul there’s a standard VCA with exponential response that can be used as such, in its heart pulses an AD envelope with a sharp attack and a variable decay internally connected to the VCA control input. When it opens its mouth it can whisper in your ear but don’t let this soft demeanor fool you, if driven to the extreme it will show its teeth and gnarly bite and chew on your cochleas with all its might.
The AD envelope has a fixed short Attack, just enough to avoid the typical “click” that happens when using a Gate signal to control a VCA, while the envelope Decay can be controlled via its knob or voltage controlled using the CV input and attenuverter.
We named it Percussion VCA as most percussion intruments have sharp attacks with variable decays just as its AD Envelope however it can be used for any purpose where a VCA is needed including for CV signals due to it’s DC coupled signal path.
Furthermore it also allows to be driven from a simple Gate signal while controlling its decay. This way it’s easy to plug a noise source, vco or any audio and turn that source into a percussive element."
"It's funny how music for science fiction movies has changed over the years: Back in the 1950's the movie 'Forbidden Planet' was noted for it's out-of-this-world music that was played on non-musical electronic instruments - instruments designed more for laboratory and experimental use.
Later in the 1960's science fiction music was more about rhythmic beeps and weird tingling sounds - the beeps probably inspired by the radio signal that the Soviet satelite Sputnik send down to earth while it circled the globe outside the atmosphere.
Later science fiction music was more about lush classical arrangements with some electronic sound effects added.
This piece of music is from the late 1960's and it falls in the beep-and-tingling category. It is written by the Danish organ player Peter Erling but I don't know exactly when it was recorded as there are no indications on the album and both the record company and Erling himself has been dead for decades. I transcibed the music myself and I found some close-enough Sputnik effects on my old Wersi Comet organ."
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Pic of the inside.
"Released in 1977, the Yamaha CS30 is the flagship of their CS Monophonic range. It is as close to a modular synthesiser that Yamaha ever made and its modulation and routing options are extensive. This one plays and sounds great. The synthesiser responds to all the pots and sliders as it should and it's ready to use and create weird and wonderful noises and textures. However, to get it to 100 percent functionality the synth requires a service to fix a few issues. Neither the combined 1+2 audio jack nor headphone output work, though the individual 1 and 2 jacks are fine. The sequencer works when switched to Manual and steps through by pushing the red button. However, the 'Clock' function only works when the synth has been powered on for a while and has 'warmed-up'.
Cosmetically the synth is in pretty good shape with nothing broken or missing. There are lots of very small dots of blistered paint, some with a hint of surface rust. The most noticeable ones are at the top of the control panel but these have not increased in size or number over the past decade-or-so. They don't look too bad, in my opinion. Inside is clean and dry with no signs of damp. One of the C keys has a cigarette burn (WHY??!!!) which has melted the plastic slightly. However, all keys are secure and function correctly. The case has a few marks here and there, but overall it looks good.
The case was designed to make servicing very easy. The front control panel is hinged at the back and can be opened by removing just two screws from each side panel. This then reveals a very neat collection of boards and wiring.
The CS30 can be easily integrated into a modern MIDI studio setup. By using an appropriate converter you can interface various features of the synthesiser via its numerous control inputs and outputs:
Foot Controller (CV) for volume in.
Sequencer CV and Trigger (gate) out.
Key Voltage (pitch CV) in and out.
Trigger (gate) in and out.
External (audio to the filter) in.
It features two voltage controlled oscillators (VCOs), two voltage controlled filters (VCFs - both featuring low-pass, band-pass and high-pass options), two voltage controlled amplifiers (VCAs) and three envelope generators. It also sports a ring modulator and a voltage controlled low-frequency oscillator (LFO).
It is fairly unusual for a hard-wired synthesizer in that it features a variety of switches which allow the user to re-route the signal flow from the usual VCO-VCF-VCA convention. For example, VCO 1 can output a square wave through VCF 1 whilst also outputting a high-pass filtered sawtooth wave through VCO 2. Another example is that the envelope generators can be assigned to any of the VCO, VCF and VCA modules and can also be inverted. Because the LFO is voltage controlled, the oscillating speed can be governed by an envelope generator and different waveforms can be applied to the other modules all at the same time. The CS30 also features an external signal input for filtering other musical instruments and audio sources, which can also be used as a modulation source. It includes an onboard eight-step analogue sequencer."
"I bought this from analogia.pl (i.e., Maciej Polak, check out his album 1977!) in 2022, serviced and converted to North American power. This synth is a little limited, but it sounds great and the portability can't be beat. It also has two features that (as far as I know) are unique to this model among early Korgs: the "bender" buttons and the "Phaser" waveform. As far as I can tell "Phaser" is a very nicely dialed-in pulse width modulation that sounds especially nice in the lower registers.
No major issues in testing, but two notes:
The output jack was a little intermittent when I started testing, but after working a 1/4" plug in and out of it the signal is solid. Guessing it was a little dirty and could eventually use a cleaning if you're handy.
The "Traveller" slider is a little stiff around the center of its travel. All audio passes great, so this is really a "feel" thing and something I've also noticed on some (but not all) other early Korgs.
In great cosmetic shape overall, but there are many little blemishes and signs of wear, which I tried my best to capture in the photos."
"Meet the Behringer UB-Xa MINI, a compact analog synth built to inspire.
With 3 VCOs, a dual-slope VCF, a 16-step motion sequencer and a multi-mode ring modulator, it delivers that rich, evolving sound that makes ideas come alive.
Designed for producers, live performers and anyone who wants hands-on control, UB-Xa MINI turns every knob into an invitation to explore.
🎛 3 VCO | Dual VCF | Motion Sequencer | Ring Mod | Touch Keys | USB-C + MIDI"
Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer with 3 VCOs, Classic DUAL VCF, Ring Modulator, and 16-Step Motion Sequencer
Powerfully Compact, Incredibly Capable
The UB-Xa MINI is a compact analog polyphonic synthesizer that delivers big sound in a small package. With a fully analog signal path and three rich VCOs, it brings iconic ’80s textures into the modern age. Whether in the studio or on stage, its portability and punch make it an ideal choice for musicians who want authentic tone without compromise.
A Mini Synth with Maximum Impact
Sized for convenience but designed for performance, the UB-Xa MINI captures the essence of the UB-Xa in a streamlined format. It features a powerful analog engine, lush analog filters, and versatile modulation options, giving creators access to classic sounds and expressive controls – all in a more travel-ready design.
Total Control at Your Fingertips
With 27 touch-sensitive keys and an intuitive layout, sound shaping is immediate and fun. The switchable 12/24 dB analog filter offers powerful tone sculpting, while the LFO with three waveforms modulates pitch, cutoff, and pulse width with ease. Every knob and key are tuned for tactile, musical response.
"Keytek CTS 2000 - 'Cross Table Sample Synthesizer' Made in Italy (1987) ex-Siel play with Enso Looper and FAC Alteza reverb - feat. Godwin DrumMaker32. 'Keytek CTS 2000 use an advanced signal processing technique, Cross Table Sampling. Going beyond sampling, CTS starts with a digitally recorded signal and uses external digital signal processing to modify and compress the original sample. The data is then put into wave tables. Keytek CTS instruments can read from two tables, or cross tables. This gives you all the sounds in the wave tables plus all the sounds from combinations of wave tables. Post sample processing, combined with a powerful resynthesis method using cross tables, allows Keytek CTS instruments to store a complete library of sounds in the space normally required for one sample.'
'Features of the CTS-2000 61 key [C to C] Velocity sensitive keyboard 6 voice with 2 signal sources per voice 320 wavetables in ROM for instant recall Analog signal processing on each voice, VCF and VCA each with a 7 stage envelope generator 8 data entry sliders and full alpha/numeric display for one of the most interactive, user friendly, editing systems found on a synthesizer ■'Polytimbric' up to 5 zones of 1 octave each ■ 48 user programmable presets in internal memory External data cartridges Full MIDI implementation, each zone completely assignable Stereo outputs, with 5 different panpots on every preset.
Keytek was started over 10 years ago by a group of engineers who believed the only way to succeed was to build high quality instruments. Since 1976, Keytek engineers have concen- trated on designs for real world musicians using sophisticated electronics to provide instruments that are reliable, serviceble and affordable.' (from Keytek 1987 ads)
"Our good friends Arthur and Chris of Berlin’s ATOV paid us a visit earlier this month to show off their new Faderpunk customisable modulation controller!
