"Surface32 is a groundbreaking, multitimbral control surface ecosystem that completely removes the friction between tactile hardware sound design and modern digital workflows. By seamlessly fusing a premium physical controller with a suite of synchronized software clients, Surface32 brings total bidirectional editing to the electronic musician's studio.
Surface32 is the system's brain. Featuring 36 continuous rotary encoders paired with 36 dedicated OLED screens, it holds up to 16 complete hardware synthesizer parameter sets (Instrument Definitions) in its memory at any given time. It bidirectionally updates your synthesizers and your software clients screens instantly, allowing you to work exactly how you want.
Surface32 operates on a dual-tier communication network. It talks to your hardware synthesizers using pure MIDI CC, NRPN, or SYSEX, while simultaneously communicating with the software clients using high-speed NRPN and SYSEX. If you turn a knob on the hardware, the software fader moves. If you move a software fader, the hardware OLED updates. All with zero feedback loops.
You can find the full technical specifications, architecture diagrams, and the different DAW/DAW-less workflows on synth_nyc here.
"Create lush, atmospheric reverbs using only the four delay lines inside the Dave Smith Instruments Prophet 12 in this sound design tutorial. In this video, Metamyther transforms the 4 delay lines into a diffusion-based reverb perfect. Learn how feedback routing, modulation, filtering, and timing offsets can turn this beast of a synth into a self-contained spatial effects engine—no plugins or external FX required.
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Setting up the base sound
01:30 - First sounds
01:42 - Turning up feedback
01:59 - Delay filtering
02:30 - Feedback mode
02:58 - LFOs
03:29 - Character knobs
04:03 - Using more oscillators
05:41 - Pushing the feedback
"MaskinTrommer is a drum sample library for Decent Sampler, featuring electronic drum sounds created from analog synthesizers. Each drum type contains multiple samples per sound to eliminate the typical 'machine gun' effect associated with digital sample based drum machines.
The drum sounds were created using: Korg MS-20 Roland SH-09 Doepfer Dark Energy Sequential Circuits Pro-One The result is a versatile collection of synthetic kicks, snares, hi-hats, cymbals, and toms with a broad tonal range, from tight and percussive to big and sustaining.
User Interface: The interface is divided into two main areas Left section: Individual drum controls and sample mixer Right section: Global settings and effects The keyboard at the bottom is color-coded to match each drum section, making it easy to identify the mapping.
Drum Settings The top row of knobs in each drum section controls the primary sound-shaping parameters.
Pitch (Kick & Snare): Adjusts the tuning of the drum. Turning clockwise raises the pitch. Turning counterclockwise lowers the pitch. Affects both sample types for the kick and the "body" samples for the snare.
Sustain (Snare, Hi-Hat, Cymbal, Tom): Controls which sustain-length samples are triggered. For snare and tom, it only affects the "head" samples. Lower values select shorter, tighter sounds. Higher values select longer sustaining samples. Dyn (Dynamic) mode: Higher MIDI velocity → longer sustaining samples Lower MIDI velocity → shorter sustaining samples
This allows expressive control directly from performance dynamics.
Drum Mixer The second and third rows of knobs in each drum section form the sample mixer. Each knob controls the volume of a specific sample type for that drum. The knob design visually represents which synthesizer the samples originate from.
Sample Type Blending: You can blend multiple synthesizer sources for a single drum. Each active source contributes its own round robin variations. Combining sources dramatically increases variation and complexity.
Display Indicators: Some mixer knobs include a small display. The display shows how the samples assigned to that knob are influenced by either pitch (kick & snare) or sustain (snare, hi-hat, cymbal & tom). This provides quick visual feedback when shaping the sound.
Global Settings Located in the rightmost section.
Sensitivity: Controls how strongly MIDI velocity affects sample volume. Lower values → More consistent volume regardless of velocity Higher values → Greater dynamic range This allows you to tailor the instrument to your playing style or sequencing needs.
Global Effects Impact: Controls the level of the transient (initial attack) relative to the sustain portion. Higher values → Louder attack, quieter sustain Lower values → More even balance between attack and body This is useful for tightening drums or making them cut through a mix.
Saturation: A volume-compensated overdrive/distortion effect. Adds harmonic content and edge. Maintains perceived loudness while increasing intensity. Suitable for subtle coloration or more aggressive processing.
Keyboard Layout The on-screen keyboard is color-coded to match the drum sections: Kick (pink): C1 Snare (blue): D1 Closed hi-hat (green): E1 Open hi-hat (green): F1 Cymbal (yellow): G1 Tom (red): A1 to G2 This makes it easy to identify which keys trigger which drums, especially during performance.
Equipment used: Doepfer Dark Energy Korg MS-20 Roland SH-09 Sequential Circuits Pro-One
Technical specification: Sample rate: 48 kHz Bit depth: 24 bit Channels: 1 (mono) Number of samples: 342 File size: 80.4 MB
"Detailed user review of the Lambda Synthetics PolyPulse performance synthesizer and stand alone groove box. This is a very unique and special addition to my synthesizer collection. After nearly two weeks I felt I had a good enough understanding of all the features to go ahead and upload this review with sound demos. Hope you enjoy watching!
00:00 Introduction
00:27 Sound Demo 1
05:45 Sound Demo 2
07:22 Sound Demo 3
09:14 Features and Sound Design
25:51 Final Thoughts
This video is not sponsored and I am not affiliated with Lambda Synthetics or any other company at the time it was filmed and uploaded."
This inaugural Protein soundset brings the acclaimed Perfect Pads series – previously available for the Waldorf Iridium and Quantum – to Waldorf’s newest synthesizer Protein.
Featuring 32 meticulously crafted pad presets designed to showcase the full depth and character of the Protein sound engine. Drawing on the powerful synthesis architecture of the Protein and rich wavetable palette, this collection delivers some of the widest, warmest, and most expressive pads available on the Waldorf Protein. Each patch is immediately playable and musically inspiring, making the pack ideal for a wide range of genres – from ambient and cinematic to electronic and experimental – while also providing an excellent starting point for further tweaking and sound design.
Harry van Mierloo is an emerging international sound designer and creative design professional from the Netherlands. He blends the sound of classic analog synthesizers with the power of modern machines – perfect for artists seeking highly usable patches or fresh inspiration as a starting point for everyday day studio work. For many years, Harry has been fascinated by the wonderfully rich and emotional touch that pad sounds can add to music. He has now crafted and released his second official soundset called ‘Perfect Pads 2’ for the Iridium & Quantum."
"Would you believe me if I told you I knew a guy who quit school at 16 and went to work in the Caltech Music Lab. At 18 was handpicked by Tom Oberheim, founder of a leading and pioneering synthesizer manufacturer of the same name, Oberhiem. This “kid” went on to help design Oberheim’s OBXa, then Oberheim’s first sequencer and drum machine.
From there he cofounded a design company that built the first electric drum pads for Dyna Cord. The first affordable sequencer, drum kit and digital tape recorded, ADAT, produced by Alesis.
WANT more! That design company grew into the legendary first guitar amp with digital sound modeling, Line Six Amps and effects pedals.
In this episode Marcus Riley shares not only the secrets of his accomplishments but what you need to know to drive you to accomplish your dreams."
"The Moog Taurus 3 Bass Pedal Synthesizer is a rare and discontinued analog synthesizer with 13 keys designed for creating bass sounds. Made by the renowned brand MOOG, this synthesizer is known for its high-quality materials sourced from the United States and its analog design. With a weight of 50 lbs, this pedal synthesizer is a valuable addition to any musician's collection, offering unique and versatile sound possibilities."
"Drawing from the vibrant musical traditions of distant cultures, "Around the World" is a captivating collection of 50 exclusive presets that infuse the mighty Waldorf’s synthesizer with rich ethnic flavors, exotic presets, and world-inspired atmospheres. In our fast-paced Western world — polished, precise, and often predictable — life can sometimes feel like a dish without enough seasoning. We crave something deeper, more soulful, more alive: the exotic spices of the East to awaken the senses, stir the spirit, and add layers of flavor that make every moment richer and more meaningful.
In this soundset, each preset is carefully crafted to ensure complete playability and expressiveness. You'll find here deeply evolving pads layered with field recordings, tasty ethnic instruments with a high degree of sensitivity to key pressure and modulation, mystical flutes and frozen strings, soft and warm organic pianos, rhythmic percussive sequences, vibrating bells, and hybrid soundscapes that blend ancient traditions with futuristic synthesis.
Most presets respond expressively to velocity, modulation wheel, aftertouch, and expression — turning your performance into a true global storytelling experience. Perfect for film scoring, world music production, downtempo, ambient, chillout, ethnic electronica, meditative soundscapes, and any genre that craves authentic cultural color and emotional depth. Created with passion for both heritage sounds and cutting-edge Waldorf technology, "Around the World" doesn't just sample the globe — it reimagines it through the prism of tomorrow's sound design!
1. Entanglement - Quantum Wavefunction Synth (VST3/AU/Standalone)
2. Entanglement (Plugin) Device Full Walkthrough
3. Entanglement - Quantum Wavefunction Synth - M4L version
4. Entanglement - device walkthrough - M4L version
5. First experiments with "Entanglement" dual polyphonic wavetable synthesizer - Richard Divine
6. Entanglement Synthesizer by Dillon Bastan (No Talking) - Elektronick Musick
"Entanglement uses a 1D quantum wave function (Schrödinger equation) to produce evolving waveforms for use in a dual polyphonic wavetable synthesizer. You can add energy to the simulation in various different ways (wave packets/quantum particles, free draw, and waveform files) and those waveforms will evolve and transform based on the equation and your settings. You can also add environmental factors (potentials) to transform the energy/waveforms in different ways. Additionally you are able to manipulate the resulting waveform in different ways (stretching, warping, quantizing, smoothing, FM etc). You can derive your waveform from the wave function with many different equations and value options each of which offers a different sound. Each oscillator has its own independent wave function, energies, potentials and settings. Both oscillators can also be entangled adding a rich and complex modulation of the waveforms. That coupled with an internal modulation system makes this device a powerhouse for insane sound design! From basic synth sounds, to complex evolving sounds, to crazy mind blowing sounds. The evolving nature and very compelling transformations of the waveforms through the quantum wave function stands this synth apart from the many other wavetable synthesizers out there.
Owners of the M4L version of Entanglement get a discounted price (use the same email at purchase)!"
"In this video, we’re diving into the Waldorf Attack 3 Plugin — Version 3 of that classic Drum Synthesizer PlugIn!"
Attack is back.
And it’s more powerful than ever.
We are proud to unveil Attack 3, the next evolution of one of Waldorf Music’s most iconic and longest-running instruments. A true classic reborn, Attack 3 redefines what a modern percussion synthesizer can be.
At its heart lies a mighty analogue-style synthesis engine, delivering 24 individual sounds per kit, with 12 sounds playable polyphonically as pitched instruments. From punchy kicks to melodic percussion, Attack 3 is built for rhythm that moves both bodies and speakers.
Attack 3 captures the unmistakable spirit of legendary 1980s analogue drum machines and the driving electronic club sound of the 1990s — and propels it boldly into today’s productions. It’s a future-ready instrument designed to shape the drum sounds of the next decade.
Every sound is alive Every parameter can be tweaked in real time and fully automated in your DAW, inviting hands-on exploration and deep expression. While sampling capabilities have been expanded, Attack stays true to its philosophy: pure synthesis first, allowing you to create unique percussion sounds from scratch.
Redesigned for Faster Drum Creation With a completely redesigned, scalable interface and a vastly expanded synthesis engine, Attack 3 proves that after more than 25 years, it remains the go-to tool for producers who want total control over their drums.
The new user interface adapts effortlessly to any screen size, while enhanced MIDI Learn lets you define minimum and maximum parameter ranges for expressive performance. Dedicated browsers for kits, sounds, samples, and MIDI mappings keep inspiration flowing without interruption.
Advanced Sample Playback The oscillator section has been refined for absolute precision, featuring accurate phase control for synthetic waveformsand powerful sample playback options, including user samples, velocity mapping, round-robin playback, and flexible start positions. Whether you want surgical accuracy or organic variation, Attack 3 delivers.
Polyphonic View for LFO 1 & 2
Polyphonic View of the FM MOD
Polyphonic View of the Pressure
Polyphonic View of the Slide / Y
Polyphonic View of the MPE Pitch
New Knobs / Faders
New Style of XY Fields
New Icons
Playlist: [Use the player controls to skip around.]
1. Cherry Audio | SH-MAX Synthesizer - NEW!
2. Cherry Audio | Preset Walkthrough with Andrew Longhurst
3. Cherry Audio | MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE Preset Pack for SH-MAX Synthesizer by James Dyson
4. NEW! Cherry Audio LIVE PREMIERE Tuesday, February 10 at 10 AM PST
5. Cherry Audio SH-MAX - Roland's SH series reimagined! (Demo / Tutorial) - CatSynth TV
Press release follows:
Cherry Audio has announced SH-MAX, an innovative software synthesizer that integrates three legendary SH-series synths from the '70s: the SH-5, SH-7, and SH-3A.
Cherry Audio has announced the launch of SH-MAX, an innovative software synthesizer that integrates three legendary SH-series synthesizers from the 1970s: the SH-5, SH-7, and SH-3A. SH-MAX captures the bold sound of the SH-5 while incorporating features and aesthetics from the other models, enhancing the original designs with greater power, versatility, and essential tools for modern music production. Musicians and vintage synth enthusiasts can start using SH-MAX today for the incredibly low price of just $59, available at cherryaudio.com and authorized resellers worldwide.
SH-MAX faithfully recreates the vibrant tones and workflow of the original SH hardware. It features powerful dual oscillators, two LFOs and ADSR envelopes, the dual-parallel multimode and bandpass filter sections, and the five-channel mixer of the SH-5 (1976), plus a ring modulator and sample/hold capability. Also included are autobend, duophony, filter FM, and the syncable VCOs with additional waveforms found in the SH-7 (1978). The extra additive-style oscillator from the SH-3A (1975) further enhances sound design flexibility. Moreover, SH-MAX incorporates and expands upon the expressive touch performance of the SH-2000 (1973) and features an onboard sequencer inspired by the Model 104 of the legendary System 100 semi-modular synthesizer from 1975.
SH-MAX honors its lineage while taking full advantage of modern software capabilities, supporting mono, duophonic, and 16-voice polyphonic operation for rich chords as well as earthshaking unison timbres. It features three unique retro interface themes that pay homage to the aesthetic of the SH-3A, SH-5, and SH-7, providing a visually immersive experience for true vintage synth enthusiasts. Additionally, optional drift and slop controls for the oscillators, filters, amp, and dual envelope generators introduce authentic analog character and warmth to every sound patch.
The highly flexible SH-style stereo mixer and its varied workflow options allow for modular-style signal routing. Each sound source -- VCO-1, VCO-2A, VCO-2B, the ring modulator, and noise -- can be independently routed to the VCF, BPF, or VCA, with each path enhanced with its own chain of studio-quality effects. With 20 effects available to arrange and reuse within its four chains, SH-MAX provides an exceptionally wide sonic palette. Additional features include a four-channel step sequencer capable of parallel playback or extended chaining, along with a touch effects panel that supports channel and polyphonic aftertouch with compatible MIDI controllers.
SH-MAX's legacy traces back to over five decades of synthesizer and electronic music innovation. The SH-series synthesizers have been used by a diverse range of artists, including Kraftwerk, Tangerine Dream, Jean-Michel Jarre, Brian Eno, Gary Numan, Throbbing Gristle, Skinny Puppy, Aphex Twin, Orbital, Mathew Jonson, Pink Floyd, Nine Inch Nails, Kitaro, MGMT, Vangelis, The Human League, Blondie, Yello, and more.
With SH-MAX, users can create everything from massive leads and thick basses to lush pads and exceptional sound effects, making it a true synthesis powerhouse at their fingertips. To inspire musicians right out of the box, SH-MAX includes over 300 expertly crafted presets that showcase its broad capabilities. For those wanting even more, the Maximum Overdrive Preset Pack by sound designer James Dyson is available from Cherry Audio for $9.99, offering 100 additional presets that highlight SH-MAX's raw analog tone, advanced modulation, four-channel step sequencer, and abundant effects.
Furthermore, until February 22nd, customers can take advantage of Cherry Audio's "Build Your Own Bundle" promotion at cherryaudio.com. Choose the Pick 3 bundle for $99 (regularly $129) or the Pick 6 bundle for $149 (regularly $169) to mix and match any of Cherry Audio's award-winning instruments for as low as $25 per plugin.
Cherry Audio's SH-MAX synthesizer is now available for $59 at cherryaudio.com and authorized resellers worldwide. SH-MAX is a virtual instrument for macOS (10.13 and later) and Windows (7 and later), provided as AU, VST, VST3, and AAX plugins, as well as a standalone application. A free 30-day demo is available. For in-depth product details, an introductory video, extensive demos, and system requirements, visit cherryaudio.com.
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"The Sequential Circuits Pro-One is a legendary monophonic analog synth prized for its fat bass, searing leads, and incredibly flexible modulation capabilities. Compact yet powerful, it delivers the iconic Prophet-series sound in a hands-on design that’s become a must-have for serious synth players and collectors.
This Pro One has the J-wire (Pratt Read) keybed and is in good condition. This Pro One was serviced by Synthchaser in February 2026. Work done included:
· Recapped all original tantalum capacitors & power supply capacitors
· Keybed refurbished - new bushings, bus bars & j-wires cleaned
· Cleaned pots & switches
· New power cord & quiet power transformer
· Tuned & calibrated"
"The Roland MKS-80 Super Jupiter is a legendary rackmount synthesizer manufactured in Japan by Roland. Known for its rich analog sound and versatility, the MKS-80 offers an extensive range of tones, making it an ideal choice for professional musicians and producers seeking to expand their sonic palette. When paired with the MPG-80 programmer, the synthesizer’s parameters can be accessed and adjusted quickly and intuitively, allowing for expressive, hands-on sound design.
Both units are used and in good condition. The MKS-80 includes the M-64C memory cartridge, and the MPG-80 controller comes complete with Roland M-64C Memory Cartridge Early 80's - Standard Black."
📡 '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.
⚗️ 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.
Check with dealers on the right for availability and price. See additional demos here.
"Grab your favorite drink and enjoy this in-depth, knob-by-knob video tutorial of Magnolia, our brand new analog through-zero FM polyphonic synthesizer! Feel free to jump to any section through the timestamps."
00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:44 Programs 00:01:56 Panel Mode 00:02:40 Panel Lock 00:02:56 Initialize a program 00:03:23 Save and compare programs 00:03:55 Lists 00:05:17 Voices
"I'm a sucker for anything with lots of cross modulation. The Iguanamente has that in spades, plus it's got a unique delay built into the audio path that makes for even more craziness.
They say: 'Iguanamente is a chaotic oscillator designed to provide a Eurorack modular synthesizer with a unique and creative sound source that is suitable for percussion, noise, leads, basses, drones, and everything in between.'
Sounds about right.
This is pretty much all just the module. There is some reverb there for space, but that's it.
00:00 Intro
00:20 Main out
06:00 Main + Aux
19:43 Sequence"
This is the first post to feature the Iguanamente!
The Iguanamente from System Lizard is a chaotic dual oscillator built around a cross modulating oscillator and delay network. Thanks to a keen and comprehensive array of timbre and modulation controls, Iguanamente readily stretches across musical terrain, wagging its reptilian tail between percussion, texture, and melodic applications alike. At the top of the panel, Coarse frequency control sets the fundamental frequency of the system, with dedicated 1V/octave and FM inputs for adjusting frequency via CV. The Radius control manipulates the spread of auxiliary oscillators, allowing for a wide range of inharmonic and harmonic timbral expansion. Shape controls the waveshape of all oscillators, hard clipping into a square wave to the left of center and wavefolding to the right.
These oscillators are then processed through a delay network, with controls for Feedback, delay time or Frequency, and a Mix control. At the bottom of the module, cross modulation controls and CV inputs for oscillator frequency modulation, oscillator amplitude modulation, and delay time allow you to introduce nonlinear modulations into Iguanamente, sparking unique and chaotic changes in timbre. At the top right corner of the module, independent outputs for the Main and Auxiliary oscillators offer independent post processing potential or serve as a pseudo-stereo output. If you're looking for a flexible oscillator with unique character and a taste for chaos, Iguanamente from System Lizard is a righteously fun reptile for any rack.
IGUANAMENTE FEATURES
Chaotic oscillator
Dual oscillator design with integrated delays
Coarse frequency control
FM input and attenuverter control, knob acts as fine pitch control when no FM source connected
Radius control adjusts auxiliary oscillator frequency spread
Shape control clips oscillators into square wave to left, wavefolds to right
Delay for main and aux oscillators with combined Feedback, Frequency, and Mix controls
Cross modulation controls for FM, Delay time, and AM introduces chaotic modulation
Main and Auxiliary outputs
"The Sequential Pro 8 is a very rare synth that was released in 1984. It essentially is a Sequential Split 8 that was manufactured in Japan for overseas markets. It has a great classic Sequential tone and kept was the "classic" Sequential look in design compared to the Split 8's more modern look. Quite a rare and awesome synth! As you might expect, it has that unmistakable Sequential sound.. amazing pads, basses, leads, efx and more. Oh.. the strings are outstanding too!
This synth is in great condition and has been checked by our technicians to ensure full functionality."
