Cwejman S1 MKII - Sync Overdrive Feedback Study

video upload by verstaerker

"due to popular demand i made another sound-exploration session with the Cwejman S1. This time about a sync-based patch.
It needs quite a bit of finetuning to find a good spot for sync sounds. But i was really surprised how aggressive the S1 can sound if it's combined with it's own overdrive and a touch of feedback.

Yes this session is a bit long... but i think it's worth watching the whole 8 mins if interested in the timbrechanges the S1 offers with small tweaks.

the only external effect added is the some delay/reverb with the Dynacord VRS-23"

U-He Zebra 2: Dark Rhythmical Presets + Patterns. Sound Demo

video upload by Anton Anru

📡 'Quantum Pulses' is a bank of 50 presets + patterns for the U-he Zebra 2 virtual synthesizer. The collection contains dark, deep, atmospheric, sci-fi, harsh and aggressive sounds that have a wide range of uses: from cinematic sound design to modular techno sequences.
🔭 The soundset is inspired by the modern techno scene, vintage sci-fi films and experimental robots. Perfect for Techno, Industrial, Dub, IDM, Experimental, Cinematic sound design, and others.

📦 Get these presets: https://antonanru.sellfy.store/p/zebr...
👤 The author of the soundset is skendi (Arseniy Pushkov).

⚗️ The sequences work in arpeggio mode, which allows for more interesting playing of several notes in a pattern.
🎚️ Each patch is performance-ready, with velocity sensitivity and ModWheel assignments mapped for expressive control. ModWheel affects the ADSR's performance, making sounds both clearer and more blurred.

🎛️ Each patch includes 8 Macros. These controls are designed stylistically and affect the waveform, giving it movement and changing its shape, adding various FM textures and bitcrush, and also affecting the filter by opening and closing it.
The X/Y controls can be manipulated with a mouse or used as 1–8 macro knobs for hands-on control via a standard MIDI controller, making the soundset highly expressive and performance-friendly.

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SIEL LX61 first look at an Italian Analog Synthesizer from 1980 - it’s rare but is it good?

video upload by Ted murena

Follow-up to this post.

"The LX 61 is an Italian synthesiser from 1980 and it’s from the manufacturer SIEL. It features rhythm accompaniment with chords as well as a solo polyphonic keyboard with many different sounds I can be layered together as as well as as some minor envelope effects and vibrato. It also has the ability to input additional instruments to play through its internal amplifier while being vintage and analog. It also is relatively limited and you cannot play the solo parts on the entire 61 keys. Let’s have a look at what this can do and a brief exploration of all of its features."

Anubis - Amiga version

video upload by MIDI IN

"The music here was captured directly from the back of the Amiga. For the video, I had trouble with capturing the monitor output and composite looked terrible, so I pointed a camera at the little telly and it seems fine.

The .mod file (actually .med) should play on a variety of players but your mileage may vary. It'll sound best using Octamed Player. It sounds good to me in Hippo, but not so good in Eagle (distorted, for reasons I don't understand). It also plays on modern computers in players such as VLC, but it does seem that that's not respecting the proper volume attenuations that I've set for each instrument.
https://peacockmedia.software/misc/An...

0:00 intro
0:52 why?!
2:36 the track"

UDO DMNO - It's bad

video upload by Noir Et Blanc Vie - After Hours

"Subjective opinions within, those who do not understand subjective opinion may be excused lol

Boring NAMM 2026 Noir here again lol
DUH, it's bad ass, OBVIOUSLY, the UDO team are kings of giving us classssssy old school sounds, amazing futuristic soundscapes all while putting it inside a gorgeuos box, imagine being able to get down on something that feels as good as it looks. See people as a musician, sound isn't everything, it's playability, it's easy of use, it's also is something inspirational. The DMNO is every single one of those things. Synths have gone stale, it honestly sucks, I'm not a synth crazy person, I'm a musician who loves cool instruments, getting excited has been real hard the last few years, hence why I've been playing shows and making albums way more. Can't be stuck inside playing the same ole thing companies think is 'groundbreaking, you should be excited' UDO is the truth, and they did it again. This is truly the new Cream Dream."

REDSOUND DARK STAR XP2

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via this eBay listing

"Here's a rare classic synth from the 90s.. This Red Sound Dark Star XP2 was often compared with Roland Juno 1 and 106s.. It has a great tone that delivers Juno type sounds but also goes deeper into metallic textures and more! Awesome little synth with good range for such a small box! It all works great and as you can see looks great as well! Power supply included."

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Under the snow.

video upload by LARIX ELEKTRO

"a little trip with the DUAL UNDULA OSCILLATOR.

A few days ago, it snowed.
A good opportunity to try something calmer and more relaxing...

All the sounds are produced by the DUAL UNDULA OSCILLATOR only.
(yes, of course, with delay and reverb...)
And all sequences are generated with the RITOURNELLE module familly.
Absolutly nothing more.

Enjoy :)"

creation – organic analog synth journey

video upload by SOUNDS OF SYNTH

"creation is an organic analog synth journey. This piece is designed for deep listening (either on headphones or a good sound system). Play and listen without interruption allowing yourself to be enveloped in sound.
This track is created as part of the Forest Signals playlist which explores organic, analog music inspired by nature.

⭐ Gear Used
Sequential Pro 3
Moog Matriarch
Novation Peak"

The CS-80 Sounds DEAD Without FX?! | Vangelis RAW

video upload by Andy Whitmore

"Everyone says the Yamaha CS-80 needs huge reverb and delay to sound alive…
But does it really? In this video, you’ll hear the real CS-80 completely DRY – no FX, no EQ, no compression – recreating eight classic Vangelis riffs exactly as they come out of the synth.

Can the legendary 'Synth of the Gods' still sound inspiring with nothing on it? You decide.

🎧 Best listened to on good speakers or headphones

✅ Real Yamaha CS-80
✅ 100% Dry – No FX, EQ or compression
✅ Iconic Vangelis sounds played live

⏱️ Time Stamps

00:00 – Intro
00:15 – Vangelis – Chariots of Fire Brass Melody
00:49 – Vangelis – Blade Runner Brass Line
01:59 – Vangelis – Blade Runner String Pad
03:00 – Jon & Vangelis – I Hear You Now Main Theme
04:33 – Vangelis – Chariots of Fire Brass Lick
05:10 – Vangelis – To the Unknown Man Intro Melody
06:41 – Vangelis – Blade Runner Flute Intro Line
08:07 – Vangelis – Blade Runner Brass Line (No Bass)
09:04 – Outro

💬 Comment Challenge:
Does the CS-80 really sound dead without FX – or is its raw tone still unbeatable?
Tell me what you think below 👇"

Korg Dreams

video upload by J S H G

"I recently got a Korg Prologue 16 voice in a trade.
It sounds very good. I am surprised it is not talked about more.
Enjoy:)"

Eplex7 DSP Releases Psylead SX4 Plugin Synthesizer

video uploads by Eplex7 DSP

Press release follows:

Eplex7 DSP releases Psylead SX4 plugin synthesizer

Stop sounding like everyone else – create your own original sonic dimension.

A new, Unique type of Sound. A sound that Cuts through your Mix.

If you want your track to have a true 3D space, you need different types of synthesizers for different colors and sound character.
Maybe you're thinking now... Why do I need another synth?

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Oberheim Xpander Desktop 6-Voice Synthesizer

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via this Reverb listing

"The legend. The Xpander is absolutely one of the Top 10 synthesizers of all time. This machine is the sound of so many amazing records. Depeche Mode. Erasure. Nine Inch Nails. The Chemical Brothers. Orbital. The list goes on. It is also one of the most flexible synthesizers with patch memory ever made. It is truly modular with vast routing possibilities. And then there is the sound. Classic Oberheim attitude.

This machine is in very good condition and passes all tuning tests. Sounds absolutely amazing. Hard flight case included."

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Why the Korg DSS-1 matters

video upload by Espen Kraft

"Korg DSS-1 sampling synthesizer from 1986. Not a very good sampler, because of it's incredibly cumbersome sampling process, but it excel if you use it as a synth. With its capability to manually draw your waveforms, or additive synthesis, you don't have to use the sampling engine at all.

These are a variety of my favourite sounds made up from drawn waveforms and samples.

If you're interested in a in-depth tutorial about sampling on the DSS-1 I have that for sale. Check out the demo video here: • Korg DSS-1 | in-depth 35minutes sampling t... [below]

I overloaded my external effects on some of the sounds in this video hence a bit of distortion here and there. Lexicon PCM70 reverb and Zoom MS70CDR chorus and delay."

Korg DSS-1 | in-depth 35minutes sampling tutorial | Download now

video upload by Espen Kraft

"In this video I go through step-by-step how to sample your own sounds into the Korg DSS-1. From scratch, all the way up to a Mult-sound which is one of two "oscillators" of the DSS-1.
I also show how to draw your own waveforms and use these as building blocks for a multi-sound."

Arturia AstroLab 37 | Ambient explorations

video upload by Jay Hosking

"Please support my work on Patreon: / jayhosking
Exploring the Arturia AstroLab 37 using a variety of its sounds.

00:00 - Piano
01:13 - Pad, soft to bright
05:01 - Bass arp and effects
06:51 - Stunning electric piano
09:07 - Synth string arp
10:28 - Two cinematic hits
10:43 - Vocals and percussion
12:11 - Classic synth
14:00 - Vowelly pad
15:41 - Guitar goodbye

I bought the Arturia AstroLab 37. It can make a huge variety of sounds, many of which aren't a part of my setups already. It sounds really good, as you might imagine. Being able to add piano, electric piano, mellotron, strings, etc. to my songs will allow me to expand the music I make on the table.

The biggest drawback is currently that there is such a large amount of presets I'll never touch on it. I need to basically delete all the presets off it and replace them with Arturia Collection sounds I like. But of course, that's a huge and daunting task.

Anyway, I really like what I was getting out of the AstroLab 37 and can imagine using it in a variety of setups. That said, sometimes what I imagine isn't what actually happens. I should let the future jams do the talking.

Thanks for listening.

Recorded live to a stereo output, with EQ, compression, and limiting on the master.

https://jayhosking.bandcamp.com"

Korg Polysix with Kiwi Technics Kiwisix

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video upload by ohm_studi_ohm

"Demo of some patches I programmed on the Korg Polysix. This unit has the KiwiSix CPU board installed that adds many features (like MIDI, sequencing, 512 presets etc) without changing the sound of the synth.
The polysix is a true 6 voice VCO VCF VCA analog synth and it sounds great. By design however the enveloppe is slow and the sound a bit dark due to an added post FX VCF (LM13600). A simple mod allows to bypass this and let the synth shines. With this mod you get a very snappy and funky synth whose SSM2044 filters gets very well along the built-in chorus/phaser/ensemble FX. This unit has this mod done.
From funky keys, to lush string pads, the P6 has a very large scope despite its very limited features.
Only bad point of the P6 is that it has a fairly high noise level. Some improvement can be made like in this unit by adding more ground wires, applying copper foil on the bottom case and adding ferite around wires."

via this Reverb listing, also on eBay

"INSTRUMENT IS FOR SALE AT REDUCED PRICE ON EBAY DURING JANUARY ONLY"

Pics of the inside below.

"Serviced and fully working classic 6 voices analog poly synth.- brand new KiwiTechnics Kiwisix CPU board that adds lot of features (MIDI IN & OUT, CC, sequencer, 512 presets etc)

- all electrolytic capacitors were replaced (the P6 has many of infamous Panasonic CE capacitors that leak after decades of use)

- post FX VCF mod: this simple mod gives the P6 faster enveloppe and fuller sound. A must do on all P6, check demo.- improvement of the ground design by adding more and thicker ground wires, copper tape on the bottom case and ferrite around the data wires

- full calibration

Unit is fully working and sounds great. As expected with these Polysix there still is some light background digital noise due to design, but nothing major, check demo to hear how it sounds.

Cosmetic is good with some scuffs here and there, especially on the case as it often is the case on P6. One switch cap ("hold") is not original."

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Where Digital Meets Vintage Soul

video upload by Jose's Vintage Keys

"This demo explores the overlap between modern digital synthesis and classic instruments. The ‪@GrooveSynthesis‬ 3rd Wave 8M sits at the center, supported by the warmth of the OB-X and the expressive touch of the CP70 electric grand piano. Using presets by ‪@devinbelangermusic‬ and ‪@MattJohnsonskeyspace‬

I am not yet good enough to program it myself - their sounds are a wonderful start to get to know the instrument and its vast sonic possibilities. #3rdwave"

Roland System-8 - "Roland Legends" Samplepack

video upload by LFOstore

"Welcome to legendary Roland synthesizers samplepack!

BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/roland-sys...

We had sampled System-8 & its plugouts: Juno60,Jupiter 4 & 8 with our sounds.

176 samples in hi quality: 24/44 with different key roots: C,D#,A & BPMS: from 60 to 130.

Categories:

Sequences & Arps
Pads Strings Drones
Basses & Polys

You can pitch shift this samples in any Daw to any key.
You can time stretch +/- 20 bpm in any DAW

May good tracks will be written with our sounds!

Note: this pack contains only SAMPLES, not PRESETS for mentioned synthesizers!

Touch the Legend with our 'Modern Sampler' Series!"

Rhodes Chroma Synthesizer, Restored & Upgraded

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via this Reverb listing

Video in the listing previously posted here.

"This Rhodes Chromas is in perfect working order, sounds absolutely great, and has been thoroughly updated & reconditioned:

• CC+ Kit Installed – The original CPU board has been removed and replaced with the fabulous CC+ kit. The Chroma CC+ Kit (CPU Plus) significantly upgrades the original Rhodes Chroma synthesizer by adding essential modern features like integrated MIDI, much more program storage (200 programs in 4 banks) instead of the original's limited space, better control over parameters, and expanded MIDI functionality. It essentially modernizes the vintage keyboard, making it fully controllable via MIDI and allowing for complex patch management. It also replaces the original battery-backed memory with non-volatile RAM, eliminating the need to replace the batteries, and removing the danger of battery acid damage.

• MIDI Adapter Included – The Chroma can now send and receive MIDI. With its wooden, velocity-sensitive keyboard, it becomes a fantastic MIDI controller.

• New Power Supply Installed – The original power supply included a large, heavy transformer, and generated a lot of heat. The new switching power supply, designed in Italy specifically for the Chroma, is energy-efficient, reliable, and regulated, ensuring that the Chroma will be stable and noise-free.

• Serviced – All voice cards have had new capacitors installed. All faulty 4000-series logic chips have been replaced, along with several faulty op-amps. Faulty traces and connectors have been replaced.


All voices pass auto-tune test and play perfectly. We’ve burned in the Chroma for 8+ hours and it works perfectly and stays in tune. All keys have been removed and cleaned, and the action feels great. All key contacts have been cleaned and work correctly, with good velocity response.

Cosmetically, the Chroma has some scratches and marks from its 40+ years of use, but overall it’s quite presentable as you can see in the photos.

The Chroma includes the original flight case – however, the foam has gone bad, and has been removed. The flight case would need to be re-foamed to be used to transport the instrument.

The Chroma is available for pickup in Las Vegas, Nevada. We can also personally deliver the Chroma to the Los Angeles, Phoenix, or St. George areas for $150.

The attached video demonstrates the Chroma playing three of the factory preset sounds.

I also have a video showing all 8 voice cards (16 oscillators, 16 filters, 16 VCAs) passing auto-tune without any errors that I can send upon request."

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Introducing SQUID-3 by Acustica Audio

video uploads by Acustica Audio

Playlist:

1. SQUID-3 - You don’t need make-up when the sound is this good.
2. SQUID-3 Explained | Complete Walkthrough

Quick No-Talk Synth Demo

video upload by Autodafe

"Here’s a fast, no-talk demo of SQUID-3 (SQ-3), the new synth by Acustica Audio. This video is all about listening: no voice-over, no explanations — just sounds and visuals so you can get a first impression of what this synth can do.

In this demo I’m simply showcasing a selection of patches and musical textures. I’m not going into technical details or deep sound-design features this time — think of this as a relaxed, musical overview rather than a tutorial.

If you’re curious about the engine, workflow, or a more in-depth breakdown, feel free to leave a comment and I may cover it in a future video. For now, just sit back and enjoy the sound."

SQUID-3 is a forward-thinking synthesizer born from Acustica’s groundbreaking MAREA series, available in VST3, AU, and AAX formats. Built to respond better than a real instrument, SQUID-3 gives you the speed to create instantly, and the depth to design without limits. It’s fluid, focused, and sonically honest.

This isn’t a vintage emulation, or a collection of pretty presets under reverb.

SQUID-3 fuses algorithmic modeling with advanced convolution, capturing the behavior of analog gear - better than gear does.

SQUID-3 is not another virtual synth.

It’s a new breed - designed to sound finished, even before the FX.
Every stage of its engine, from oscillator to output, was built to make raw synthesis sound like a mastered record.

SQUID-3 is available in two separate editions:

• the Standard (3-D, multi-page) edition, hardware-inspired interface with depth, lighting, and tactile realism for an immersive studio feel.

• a Flat (2-D version, single-page) edition, A clean, flat design optimized for speed, built for maximum graphic efficiency, where all controls are summarized on a single page"

You can find additional details at https://www.acustica-audio.com/shop/products/SQUID3

Korg Polysix PS-6 Analog Synthesizer SN 461833

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video upload by Liam

"This unit is currently available for sale on Reverb, Ebay and local selling websites. If the listings are up, it's still available."

via this eBay listing, also on Reverb

"Original Korg PolySix from 1981 in Very Good condition, everything working, no yellowing. Originally bought from Japan.

No MIDI upgrade. All original hardware. Every key works with no problems and every function throughout the entire unit is in good working condition.
Wood panels in good condition, natural wearing on some corners and a few nicks on the bottom but overall very good for it's age.
Metal panel on front has light scratch on the left side (pictured) and a few nicks on the edges towards the back, but overall nothing huge cosmetically. Key bed in good shape, almost mint condition. Used very lovingly for about a year, many recordings done with it.

It's very good for gritty 80's sounds, people often compare it to the Juno but I'd more so compare the sound to that of something by Sequential Circuits like the Prophet series, with a key bed that feels like a Juno, while any remaining character is completely it's own. It even gives some effects to play with that come from the turn of a knob, letting you enable Chorus, Phaser, or both while letting you change the intensity via the knob next to it.

I've included a demo of what this particular unit sounds like, playing Eyes by Clio, produced by Roberto Ferrante who also used only a Korg Polysix for the synth tracks.

Some other notable uses of this synth off the top of my head are Faces (Clio, 1985), Start Of The Breakdown (Tears for Fears, 1983), Subways Of Your Mind (FEX, 1984), Till The End Of Time/Animal In Me (Affair, 1984), Under The Ice (Topo & Roby, 1984), and just any underground European artists from the early 80s."

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