Moog Model 210 & Model 112 Instrument Amplifiers | Lisa Bella Donna

video upload by Moog Music

"Meet the Moog Model 210 and Model 112 amps, two premium full-range, flat-response instrument amplifiers built for synths, keyboards, drum machines, electronic instruments, preamps, modeling pedals, and more.

All audio tracks from this video were recorded through the direct XLR outputs of the Moog Model 210 and 112.

With all-analog amplification and effectively zero perceptible latency, both amplifiers preserve the dynamics, low-frequency depth, clarity, and individual character of your instrument from the studio to the stage.

Watch and listen as sonic sorceress Lisa Bella Donna puts both models to the test with an integrated setup of semi-modular synths including Matriarch, Grandmother, Mother-32, DFAM, and Labyrinth."

Moog Model 112 & 210 Instrument Amplifiers - First Look

video upload by Kraft Music

"Find exclusive Moog Amplifier BUNDLES at Kraft Music:
https://kraftmusic.com/collections/mo...

Dave from Kraft Music takes a first look at the Model 112 and Model 210 instrument amplifiers by Moog.

Moog Model 112 and Model 210 amplifiers are designed to deliver exceptional sound across a wide range of instruments, from keyboards and synthesizers to bass and guitar preamps, modeling pedals, drum machines, and more. Featuring all-analog circuitry, these amps deliver accurate full-range, flat-response sound with effectively zero perceptible latency, preserving the clarity, dynamic response, and low-end depth of modern electronic instruments from studio to stage. In addition, both models provide essential connectivity, with a built-in 4-channel stereo mixer (with 3-band Baxandall EQ), balanced outputs, Bluetooth streaming, and Stereo Link capability.

Get more for your money with an exclusive Model 112 and Model 210 bundle from Kraft Music. These package deals include the accessories you'll need to get the most out of your new instrument amplifiers, all for one low price. If you have any questions, please contact us. Our knowledgeable sales advisors will be happy to assist in choosing the bundle that's right for you!"

Moog press release follows:


MOOG MUSIC LAUNCHES MODEL 112 AND MODEL 210, AMplifiers Designed for electronic instruments

Two all-analog FRFR systems combine full-range amplification, integrated four-channel mixing, professional connectivity, and expandable stereo operation for synthesizers, keyboards, drum machines, and modern performance rigs

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (October 27, 2026) – Moog Music® today announced Model 112 and Model 210, two full-range, flat-response (FRFR) instrument amplifiers purpose-built for synthesizers, keyboards, drum machines, and modern electronic performance rigs.

Model 112 combines a portable 12-inch format with 440W RMS bi-amplified power for studios, rehearsals, personal monitoring, and live performance. Model 210 steps up to a 550W RMS, 2.5-way design with dual 10-inch woofer and deeper low frequency extension for larger stages and more demanding performance rigs.

Both models deliver an all-analog amplification path, 4 stereo inputs and an integrated four-channel stereo mixer, balanced PA connectivity, Bluetooth® streaming, headphone monitoring, and Stereo Link for building a two-amplifier stereo system. Together, Model 112 and Model 210 extend Moog's focus on electronic performance from the instrument itself to how it is monitored and heard on stage, in rehearsal, and in the studio.

"Every great electronic instrument has its own sonic identity," said Joe Richardson, President at Moog Music. "Model 112 and Model 210 were designed to preserve that identity, not color it. From the unmistakable warmth of a Moog synthesizer to the transient snap of a drum machine, these amplifiers allow the true character of the instrument to come through. Musicians work hard to shape their sound. They deserve amplification that delivers it honestly, consistently, and exactly as intended."

MODEL 112: everyday Versatility
Model 112 delivers full-range electronic-instrument amplification in a portable format designed to move between studio, rehearsal space, performance, and personal monitoring setups. A 440W RMS bi-amplified system drives a 12-inch woofer and 1-inch compression driver with a frequency response of 40Hz–20kHz. A top carry handle makes Model 112 the more portable choice for musicians who regularly move between creative and performance environments.

MODEL 210: Command the stage
Model 210 is the higher-output system in the range, designed for larger stages and demanding electronic performance rigs. A 550W RMS bi-amplified, 2.5-way design combines a 1-inch compression driver with dual 10-inch woofers, one woofer for full range, the second focusing on low frequencies extending down to 35Hz ensuring powerful response for synthesizer bass, electronic drums, sound design, and bass modeling systems. Full-grip side handles and removable casters support transport and stage position, while two Model 210 amplifiers can be connected using Stereo Link for performance setups.

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Inside Hans Zimmer’s £15k Modular - 50 Years of History in One Case

video upload by Starsky Carr

CHAPTERS
00:00 Demo#1 Complex Arps
03:30 The history of the Radiophonic
08:16 Demo#2 Depp and Devastating Arp
11:00 Oscillators - seven transistor core VCOs
12:19 Filters
15:12 Sound manipulation
18:15 Demo#3 2 Notes is Enough...
22:51 Modulation & control
27:41 The STARSKYPHONIC!!!
27:58 Demo#4 Trance(ish) Arps and Beats

"History, passion, provenance and love. That's the AJH Synth Radiophonic in four words.

This isn't a performance video and it isn't a patch demo - it's the story of what's actually inside this thing, where every circuit came from, and why a cabinet of 48 modules ends up feeling like one complete instrument rather than a collection of parts.

The Radiophonic was commissioned by Hans Zimmer as the centrepiece for the resurrected BBC Radiophonic Workshop, and the lineage runs a lot deeper than the wooden case and the vintage lettering. The oscillators are built around the first-version Minimoog transistor core - the ones everybody says sound the sweetest - with the thermal drift finally sorted, and Alan went back to Jim Scott, one of the original version one designers, to get them right. The filters take in the Moog transistor ladder, the diode ladder that Gene Zumchak designed for the Musonics Sonic V to sidestep Moog's patents, a dual *SEM*, and the 914 fixed filter bank from the big Moog modular systems. The ring modulator is discrete transistor EMS Synthi circuitry sitting on top of a Moog CP3 style mixer. And none of it is a straight copy - there's a wave folder here, resonance compensation there, extra CV inputs everywhere.

So: seven transistor core VCOs, two transistor ladder filters, two diode ladder filters with wave shaping, a double SEM, the 914, the Ring SM, three noise sources, a 12-stage phaser, wave shaping, Tone Science collaborations with Ian Boddy, and more envelopes, LFOs and random voltage than you'll know what to do with.

A whistle-stop tour, and still an hour's worth of talking squeezed into twenty minutes. Stay to the end for the full track - everything you hear came out of this one instrument, with drums from the AJH Bullfrog."

Musichello and The Story of LepLoop #leploop #musichello

video upload by LepLoop

"In this video, we look back at the story of the LepLoop, inspired by the deep-dive article written by Richie on RackEars exploring the history and philosophy behind our work:

📖 Read the full article: https://www.rackears.io/articles/how-...

The Musichello was the father of the LepLoop. Hand-built inside an old wooden wine box with recycled electronic parts, by Giovanni around 2001, it set everything in motion. We met around 2005\2006 and began developing the LepLoop prototype together, eventually launching the first official version in 2009.

Here, you can listen to a rare archival live performance recording by Giovanni (aka Peppo Lasagna) from around 2007, showcasing the raw, unpolished sonic character of the original Musichello.

Alongside this ~30-minute live improvisation session is a collection of archival photos of both the Musichello and LepLoop, highlighting the early experimental design, circuitry, and hands-on workflow that laid the foundation for the instruments we build today.

🔗 Official Website: https://www.leploop.org/2026/10/14/mu...

#leploop #musichello #synthesizer #analogsynth #electronicmusic"

Metasonix D-1000 Vacuum Tube Drum Machine

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via this eBay listing

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"We’ve decided to sell our Metasonix D-1000, one of the rarest, most sought after and possibly weirdest drum machines ever. It’s estimated that only around 150 of these were produced.

'Unleash pure sonic chaos and analog character with the Metasonix D-1000—an unapologetically wild drum machine that ditches sterile digital precision for raw, tube-driven power; built around real vacuum tube circuitry, it delivers aggressive, unpredictable tones that range from deep, thunderous kicks to searing industrial textures, making every beat feel alive and dangerous; whether you’re crafting experimental electronic music or looking to inject gritty personality into your productions, the D-1000 doesn’t just make rhythms—it creates an experience that’s bold, tactile, and impossible to replicate with anything else.'

Tested and working fine - noisy and weird, just like it was meant to be."

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Melt – The Core Ingredient

video upload by u-he

"MELT is a four-pole analogue low-pass filter module for Eurorack. Designed with a variable character and an extensive feature set, MELT is the ideal final stage for a traditional synth voice!
Pair MELT with your favourite oscillator plus a few modulation sources, and you have the foundation of a complete monophonic synthesizer.
The unique CORE TEMPERATURE control lets you adjust the character from soft to truly wild!"

"MELT analogue low-pass + band-pass filter with character...

An analogue filter module for Eurorack systems with an extensive feature set that makes MELT ideal as the final stage in a traditional synth voice: Pair it with an oscillator plus a few basic modulation sources, and you have the foundation of a complete monophonic synthesizer. MELT's low-pass and band-pass outputs can be used in parallel for a wide variety of tones, and the unique CORE TEMPERATURE control adjusts the character from mellow to truly wild.

'Modulate the modulation' using the built-in VCA in the FM1 cutoff CV path. A sequenced or stepped random CV modulating envelope depth here can add interesting dynamic motion to a bass line, for instance.

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STIGMA // Raw Analog Destruction & Tube Self-Oscillation #eurorack #modularsynth #synthesizer

video upload by Arcaico Instruments

"STIGMA is not just a module: it is a destructive, versatile analog sonic organism, powered by real vacuum tubes and designed to disrupt your Eurorack ecosystem.

Built with a flexible True Stereo and Dual Mono architecture, STIGMA offers total control over signal routing, allowing you to process independent sources or shape the stereophonic space with dense, harmonically rich tube saturation.

From Signal Processor to Pure Synthesizer
While STIGMA is designed to filter, mangle, and brutally distort any external source (drum machines, oscillators, full mixes), it also hides an autonomous and unpredictable soul.

By driving the filter into self-oscillation, the module transforms into a fully-fledged solo synthesizer or a formidable percussive sound generator. By modulating the resonance and leveraging the lightning-fast response of its circuitry, STIGMA can sculpt devastating kicks, metallic toms, and thick, industrial percussive textures, saturated directly by the tube stage.

Key Features:
True Stereo & Dual Mono: Two completely independent tube channels for maximum routing flexibility.

Warmth & Destruction: A tube saturation and distortion stage to go from subtle analog warmth to harsh, destructive clipping.

Advanced Filtering: Analog filters molded around the tube character, capable of cutting through the mix or screaming when pushed to the limit.

Self-Oscillation & Percussive Engine: Generate heavy kicks, industrial toms, and unique percussive sounds by using the circuit's self-oscillation as a sound source.

Eurorack Interface: Integrated CV controls for total, dynamic interaction with the rest of your modular system."

STIGMA – A Stop Motion Short Film by Arcaico #stopmotion #synthesizer #modularsynth #eurorack

video upload by Arcaico Instruments

""Every instrument has a manual.
STIGMA has a story."

This short film explores the world surrounding STIGMA, not through technical explanations, but through atmosphere, symbolism and imagination.

Created entirely in stop motion, this short film marks the beginning of STIGMA's journey into the world.

Every set was handcrafted using reclaimed materials, and every movement was animated frame by frame through thousands of individual photographs.

At Arcaico, we believe that instruments can be more than tools.

They can become artifacts, carrying stories, symbols and worlds waiting to be explored.

www.arcaico.eu
info@arcaico.eu"

Chase Bliss BIG TIME Delay Showcase | Sound Demo (feat. Modal Element One) ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬

video upload by Davide Puxeddu

"A pure audio demonstration of the Chase Bliss Big Time hybrid analog/digital echo, utilizing the newly released Modal Electronics Element One virtual analog synthesizer as the main sound source.
No talking, just hardware.

Designed in collaboration with John Snyder of Electronic Audio Experiments (EAE), the Chase Bliss Big Time is a true-stereo hybrid echo that revisits the mixed-up, unique circuitry found in rackmount delays from the early 1980s. In that era, advanced analog engineering was functionally used to prop up crude digital systems. The Big Time intentionally embraces and pushes this hybrid architecture to its absolute extremes.

This video showcases how the Big Time's interactive controls and dual stages of analog coloration transform incoming synthesizer signals:

• Stereo Analog Preamp (Color): Adds beautiful, warm saturation to the input stage, designed to handle a wide variety of instruments.
• Feedback Loop Limiter (State): An analog clipping limiter in the delay path that creates everything from smooth compression to crumbling, misbiased overdrive that slowly disintegrates your echoes.
• Cluster Slider: Blends in additional delay taps and diffusion, smudging and expanding the sound into rich ambient delights and multi-tap clusters inspired by vintage space station units.
• Scale & Motion: Controls creative transposition, Thermae-like musical sequencing, and stereo modulation (Sine, Square, Envelope).

Watch how the Big Time's motorized faders react and seamlessly transition through different delay modes—from tight modulations (3-46ms) to Short (46-736ms) and Long delays, across HiFi, Focus, Warm, and Analog voicings.

Providing the core audio tracking is the Modal Element One. Its 8-voice virtual analog engine, morphable filters, and rich stereo waveforms offer the perfect high-quality sonic canvas to test the Big Time's true-stereo capabilities, input saturation, and analog dry-thru.

🎧 Headphones or studio monitors are highly recommended to capture the full true-stereo imaging and analog character of the pedal.

Special thanks to Chase Bliss!"

Buchla Sparkle | Music Easel

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

"Buchla Modular Synth Sample Pack
https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...

An inquiry into timbre shaped by the circuitry of a singular electronic instrument
A system built for exploration
Don Buchla’s electronic instruments can be understood as musical tools and as environments for exploration. They allow performers to play in a physical and expressive way, yet they also invite a method of working that resembles research into the behavior of voltage and timbre.
Buchla did not follow the conventions of keyboard based instruments. Instead he created systems in which sound could be shaped through touch sensitive controls, complex modulation, and freely arranged signal paths. As a result, each patch becomes both a performance setup and a place to investigate how tones, noise sources, control voltages and modulation can interact within an electronic space.

This sample pack carries that spirit forward through recordings made with the Buchla Music Easel Modern. It offers a survey of sonic behavior, inviting listeners to study the subtle warmth that emerges when complex oscillators interact. It highlights the characteristic percussive transients of low pass gates. It captures broadband noise shaped by minute spectral movements. It presents drones formed by slow feedback interactions and microscopic frequency shifts. The goal is to provide raw material for creators who wish to work closely with the textures that define this family of instruments."

Hikari Instruments - Duos

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"The Hikari Instruments Duos is a stereo chaos synthesizer equipped with a low-pass gate. Its chaotic circuitry, composed of shift registers and multi-feedback, creates a diverse range of sonic images in stereo, from walls of sound like a blinding blizzard to clusters of pulses reminiscent of a runaway mother computer, and even the ethereal conversations between newly born microorganisms.
Equipped with versatile CV I/O for modular synthesizers, it allows you to create new ecosystems with further feedback, or hijack other synthesizers using the chaotic CV/CLOCK OUT.

Ships with 9V power supply"

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Tempest ：アナログの咆哮とリズムの肉体性(2022.03.20) from X

video upload by Suzuki Ryo

"なるリズムマシンを超えた「楽器」としてのTempestの記録です。

OSの不安定さや、アナログ回路ゆえの気難しさはありますが、それすらもねじ伏せて音を紡ぐ瞬間の緊張感がこのアーカイブには宿っています。 特に、フィルターを絞り込んだ時の低域の粘りや、スライダー操作による有機的な音色の変化は、デジタルでは決して再現できない「肉体的な響き」そのものです。

最近、過去のアーカイブをじっくりと聴いてくださる方が増えており、驚きとともに大きな励みになっています。この動画も、そうした音の質感に耳を澄ませてくれる方々へ届くことを願っています。

【人気のアーカイブ動画はこちら】
• 断片的な記憶とProphet X：雨音のデュレイ・グルーヴ

*Beyond a drum machine: A record of the Tempest as a true 'instrument.'*

Despite its notorious OS instability and the inherent temperamental nature of its analog circuitry, there is a distinct tension in this archive—the feeling of wrestling with the machine to weave a sonic narrative.

The visceral 'stickiness' of the low-end when the filters are tightened, and the organic tonal shifts driven by the sliders, produce a raw, physical resonance that digital synthesis can never truly replicate.

I’m surprised and deeply encouraged to see so many people taking the time to explore my past archives recently. I hope this video reaches those who appreciate the subtle, living textures of sound."

For Sale Rare Metasonix D-1000 Vacuum Tube Drum Machine

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video upload by tonetweakers

"Available now at tonetweakers.com. We’ve decided to sell our Metasonix D-1000, one of the rarest, most sought after and possibly weirdest drum machines ever. Please email if seriously interested. “Unleash pure sonic chaos and analog character with the Metasonix D-1000—an unapologetically wild drum machine that ditches sterile digital precision for raw, tube-driven power; built around real vacuum tube circuitry, it delivers aggressive, unpredictable tones that range from deep, thunderous kicks to searing industrial textures, making every beat feel alive and dangerous; whether you’re crafting experimental electronic music or looking to inject gritty personality into your productions, the D-1000 doesn’t just make rhythms—it creates an experience that’s bold, tactile, and impossible to replicate with anything else.” #metasonix #metasonixd1000 #drummachine #compurhythm #vacuumtube

Buy vintage gear that works like new at tonetweakers.com

We buy sell trade refurbish vintage synths and electronic musical instruments."

Roland System 700 SN 550082

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via this Vemia listing

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"This is a unique opportunity to buy a monster synth, that is also a piece of synth pop history. Two cabinets plus the original keyboard, all lids, interconnection cables and original manual included. The first cabinet is a Roland System-700 Lab is one of the rarest and most sought-after modular synthesizers ever built.
Introduced in 1976 as part of Roland’s legendary System-700 series, the Lab version was designed as a compact, self-contained modular laboratory for advanced sound design, research, and education — but with the same discrete analog circuitry, massive sound, and build quality as the full studio system.

This one was owned by Bill Vorn, keyboardist of the synth-pop band Rational Youth, used in the following albums dated 1981 to 1983 : Rational Youth, Saturdays in Silesia, City of Night and I want to see the light, as reported in the certification signed by Bill Vorn himself, provided in the item. The second one is another original SYS 700 one, connected and internally cabled to the main one by means of the original cable, with the super rare modules that you see in the picture: an additional, multimode filter, the great output module and… a professionally custom module with a perfect ARP 2600 VCF clone… plus other stuff.

All the best Sys 700 modules, featuring the iconic vintage Roland tone — warm and incredibly dynamic — and offers an extraordinary range of sonic possibilities thanks to its flexible patch architecture. Perfect for collectors, professional studios, or synth enthusiasts looking for a centerpiece instrument with historical and musical significance. The system sports a comprehensive modular architecture with 3 oscillators, 2 filters, 2 VCAs, 6 envelopes (!), mixer, phaser, spring reverb (HUGE) and …utilities.

Legendary System-700 sound — powerful basses, evolving textures, experimental tones. What to say more? Fully functional and in very good cosmetic condition with minor signs of use. You will never find another in such condition. Last call…"

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GreyScale-越百 #greyscale #越百 #cosmo #prophet5 #duos #polysequencer

video upload by plantssystem

"The high-density noise textures generated by the Duos and the sharp resonance sweeps of the Prophet-5. An experimental sonic construction where two analog signals intersect.
In this work, the Poly-Sequencer is placed at the core of control, creating multi-layered sequences. The hard sound of the Prophet-5, with its filter narrowed to its limit, cuts through the space against the constantly changing noise particles in the background.
The saturation of the analog circuitry and the stoic dynamism created by the sequence.
A track that explores the depths of sound."

"越百 is called Cosmo.

The photo shows Duos Self-Feedback."

"Cosmo was created using Roland RSS."

Diatonic 2-Voice Ambient Buchla Music Easel

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

"Buchla Modular Synth Sample Pack https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
An inquiry into timbre shaped by the circuitry of a singular electronic instrument
A system built for exploration
From the earliest prototypes crafted by Don Buchla, these instruments were conceived as tools for acoustic research. Instead of following keyboard based conventions, Buchla systems were designed as laboratories for voltage relationships, spectral motion and dynamic control of timbre. Performers were encouraged to treat sound as a fluid material. Each patch functioned as an experiment in how signals could bend, collide or dissolve within a responsive electronic environment.
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This sample pack carries that spirit forward through recordings made with the Buchla Music Easel Modern. It offers a survey of sonic behavior, inviting listeners to study the subtle warmth that emerges when complex oscillators interact. It highlights the characteristic percussive transients of low pass gates. It captures broadband noise shaped by minute spectral movements. It presents drones formed by slow feedback interactions and microscopic frequency shifts. The goal is to provide raw material for creators who wish to work closely with the textures that define this family of instruments."

Solar Sound Card - ear modular

video upload by Sonic Seed

"A light-sensitive, portable sound generator that extends Ear Modular beyond Eurorack.

Its circuitry responds to ambient light, transforming sunlight, shadows, or small light sources into dynamic sonic textures.

Built for direct interaction with the environment, it invites musicians to listen with their eyes and see with their ears, shaping sound through the shifting presence of light.

Equipped with an integrated speaker and powered by a coin-cell battery, it functions as a self-contained instrument—intimate, mobile, and alive to its surroundings.

Solar Sound Card is a series of light-sensitive sound cards.

Each card reacts to variations in light, transforming brightness and shadow into shifting sound.

Every card includes a built-in speaker, and can also be connected to external speakers via an audio jack.

The audio output provides SP+ (tip) and SP– (ring) signals.

At present, there are seven types of Solar Sound Cards — each with its own character, circuitry, and way of playing.

More info: https://sonic-seed.com/products/solar..."

Roland System 700

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via this Vemia listing

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"This is a unique opportunity to buy a monster synth, that is also a piece of synth pop history. Two cabinets plus the original keyboard, all lids, interconnection cables and original manual included. The first cabinet is a Roland System-700 Lab is one of the rarest and most sought-after modular synthesizers ever built. Introduced in 1976 as part of Roland’s legendary System-700 series, the Lab version was designed as a compact, self-contained modular laboratory for advanced sound design, research, and education — but with the same discrete analog circuitry, massive sound, and build quality as the full studio system.

This one was owned by Bill Vorn, keyboardist of the synth-pop band Rational Youth, used in the following albums dated 1981 to 1983 : Rational Youth, Saturdays in Silesia, City of Night and I want to see the light, as reported in the certification signed by Bill Vorn himself, provided in the item. The second one is another original SYS 700 one, connected and internally cabled to the main one by means of the original cable, with the super rare modules that you see in the picture: an additional, multimode filter, the great output module and… a professionally custom module with a perfect ARP 2600 VCF clone… plus other stuff.

All the best Sys 700 modules, featuring the iconic vintage Roland tone — warm and incredibly dynamic — and offers an extraordinary range of sonic possibilities thanks to its flexible patch architecture. Perfect for collectors, professional studios, or synth enthusiasts looking for a centerpiece instrument with historical and musical significance. The system sports a comprehensive modular architecture with 3 oscillators, 2 filters, 2 VCAs, 6 envelopes (!), mixer, phaser, spring reverb (HUGE) and …utilities.

Legendary System-700 sound — powerful basses, evolving textures, experimental tones. What to say more? Fully functional and in very good cosmetic condition with minor signs of use. You will never find another in such condition. Last call…"

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Roland Introduces the TR-1000 Rhythm Creator w/ TR-808 and TR-909 Analog Drum Circuitry

video uploads by RolandChannel

The TR-1000 is available now for $2,699.99. Check with dealers on the right for availability.

"The TR-1000’s analog engine features 16 of the most coveted circuits from the TR-808 and TR-909, faithfully recreated from the original designs with detailed engineering and carefully selected modern components. Alongside the TR-1000’s analog voices are powerful digital sounds driven by Roland’s latest advancements, including 21 circuit-bent TR-808 and TR-909 models built with Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology, FM percussion, virtual analog tones, and a deep PCM library for sonic exploration and fresh textures."

Playlist:

1. Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator | Egyptian Lover Performance
2. Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator | Everything You Need to Know

User videos followed by hi-res pics and the press release:

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The Head Banger is Pure Sonic Destruction

video upload by Metamyther

"The Head Banger Eurorack distortion module is a raw, aggressive tool designed for pushing sounds to their absolute limit. This brutal distortion module delivers crushing overdrive and a send/return that can feedback, ensuring explosive walls of sound. The Head Banger adds a unique, high-voltage character that cuts through any mix. Perfect for any system that needs to hit hard."

via Setonix Synth

"The HEAD BANGER Heavy Metal Distortion brings the authentic “chainsaw” sound made famous by the Swedish Death Metal scene to your Eurorack synthesizer! This tonal monster conjures an unholy union between high-quality VCA circuitry and the most legendary distortion circuit in Heavy Metal!

The HEAD BANGER (a collaboration between SetonixSynth and Robots Are Red) gives the modular-based metalhead total control over a wide range of tone parameters: a three-band EQ with 20dB of boost/cut per band, Distortion amount, plus bass boost (Doom) and soft limiting (Crush) switches. These controls will faithfully recreate the classic compressed, grinding Gothenburg sound when fully “dimed,” but they can also provide a great range of saturation reminiscent of 4-track tape and vintage consumer mixers at other settings.

So, users pursuing more mellow sounds need not fret: despite its “heavy metal” tag, the Head Banger offers a fantastic range of distortion flavors perfect for subtly or un-subtly “"warming up” just about any sound that dares approach its input.

But if you thought Jack (Setonix) and Brian (RAR) would simply emulate a famous pedal and call it a day, you would be gravely mistaken! The Head Banger is fully optimized for use with your drums, oscillators, filters and other modular audio effects. It offers full CV control over Input Gain, Feedback amount with Send/Return loop, and Dry/Wet mix. This allows the user to create a dense web of sound and selectively re-integrate it with the original input signal in a number of interesting ways.

With the arrival of the Head Banger, Eurorack users finally have access to the most highly regarded distortion circuit in aggressive music. And now it has more CV control and synth-friendliness than ever! For anyone with a love of harsh, heavy, and/or distorted sounds, the Head Banger is a must-have!"

Rare Gear Demo: The Johnson Intonation Trainer (1966)

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video upload by Instrument Attic

via this eBay listing

"The 1966 Johnson Intonation Trainer is a rare and intriguing instrument developed by the E.F. Johnson Company of Waseca, Minnesota. Originally designed to assess pitch-matching and pitch-discrimination abilities, this device has garnered attention for its unique features and potential applications in modern music production.  

One of the standout characteristics of the Johnson Intonation Trainer is its full polyphony, allowing all 37 keys to be played simultaneously. Each key is associated with its own oscillator, enabling microtonal adjustments and the exploration of unconventional scales and tunings. The instrument offers four distinct voicing options, ranging from basic sine waves to more complex, reedy tones. Additionally, the “Scale Selector” switch provides a choice between standard tempered tuning and a tunable mode, with individual “Tunable Scale Controls” corresponding to each note on the keyboard for precise pitch calibration.    

Housed in a robust fiberglass case, the Intonation Trainer features a built-in speaker, though it can also be connected to external amplifiers or mixers via standard 1/4” outputs. Some units include a vibrato effect, though functionality may vary between models. 

In contemporary settings, the Johnson Intonation Trainer has found a niche among experimental musicians and sound designers. Its ability to produce rich drones and facilitate microtonal exploration makes it a valuable tool for creating unique sonic textures. The instrument’s vintage analog circuitry imparts a distinctive warmth and character that is highly sought after in modern music production.

Due to limited production and the passage of time, functional units of the Johnson Intonation Trainer are exceedingly rare. Finding one in full working condition, complete with original documentation, is a remarkable discovery for collectors and enthusiasts alike. The scarcity of this instrument, combined with its unique capabilities, underscores its status as a treasured piece of audio history."

via this eBay listing

"Made in 1966 in Waseca, Minnesota by the E. F. Johnson Company. Originally designed as an ear training and intonation device, but in practice it is a unique fully polyphonic analog synthesizer with extensive tuning control. Very few were made, and surviving examples in this condition are vanishingly rare.

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SONIC XV 'FM Drone' - Diode Ladder Filter/Wave Folder Vs Audio-rate modulation (1 VCO) #eurorack

video upload by AJH Synth Official

"A simple FM drone using the SONIC XV Diode Ladder Wave multimode filter & wave folder from AJH SYNTH: https://ajhsynth.com/Sonic_XV.html

Video & Performance by @DreamsOfWires

The AJH SYNTH Eurorack modular range consists of high-end modules, all hand-made in the UK, most of which are based on classic, vintage designs, authentically recreating the circuitry of much sought-after analogue instruments and technologies of the past, whilst greatly expanding them, and bringing them to modern Eurorack levels of convenience, limitless flexibility, and reliability.

Official website page: https://ajhsynth.com

Check out the AJH Synth playlists for module 'User Guides', and 'Patch of The Week' videos, which will be either performances or 'how to' guides, detailing functions/methods, and a range of sounds, some familiar, some less so, containing a patch sheet at the end to show you how to construct it for yourself."