Roland 808 Day! TB-303 and Jupiter 4 Acid Jam

video upload by Take the Fear out the Gear

"Hi everybody this time we bring you Roland 808 Day! TB-303 and Jupiter 4 Acid Jam

All sounds come from the Roland Cloud using the TR808, TB303 and the Jupiter 4 VST plugins."

Indtroducing AcidBoxMynah

video upload by MoShang

"AcidBoxMynah is an alternative firmware that turns the Mynah into an acid groovebox. Based on the open source AcidBox project for ESP32. It provides an acid combo of tb303 + tb303 + tr808 like synths. Filter cutoff, reso, env mod, accent, wavefolder, overdrive within each 303, per-instrument tunings, hi-pass/lo-pass filter and bitcrusher in drums, send to reverb, delay and master compression

While the original project is headless, the AcidBoxMynah fork provides direct control with the Mynah hardware and adds a number of additional features detailed in the user Manual below. Like the original firmware, the AcidBoxMynah is open source and made available under the MIT license.

More info at https://groovesizer.com/"

Update: press release follows:

"Hot on the heels of Mynah's launch this past May, Groovesizer has released AcidBoxMynah - a free, open-source alternative firmware that transforms the ESP32-S3-based sampler into a dedicated acid groovebox.

Built on copych's open-source AcidBox project, AcidBoxMynah takes what was originally a headless engine and gives it a full physical UI on Mynah hardware - 24 tactile switches, an 8×2 NeoPixel grid, OLED display, and a single pot for hands-on parameter control. Under the hood, it's a combo of two TB-303-style synths plus a TR-808-style drum machine, with filter cutoff, resonance, envelope mod, accent, wavefolder and overdrive per synth voice, plus hi-pass/lo-pass filtering and bitcrushing on the drums, all routed through send effects and master compression.

The Mynah fork adds a 16-step sequencer with per-step note, accent and slide editing, 16-lane synth and 8-lane drum automation, scale quantization, swing, and manual Sequencer Mode in addition to the original's autonomous Jukebox Mode. Quality-of-life additions include runtime drum kit browsing, per-voice muting, and pot-lock to prevent accidental parameter jumps.

Like the original AcidBox, it's fully open source under MIT license.

Switching is effortless. Owners can flash AcidBoxMynah straight from the Mynah web app's firmware tab and swap back to standard Mynah firmware anytime - AcidBoxMynah keeps its own folder on the SD card, so nothing overwrites or conflicts with existing samples and patterns.

AcidBoxMynah is available now at groovesizer.com/acidbox-mynah."

FAT Freebass FB383 analogue synth tutorial, review, sound demos: is this a good Roland TB-303 clone?

video upload by ako

"I've been really liking the FAT Freebass FB383 analogue TB303 clone again (even if staying in tune is more of an aspiration than guarantee with this thing). It’s fully analogue and the filter does all the good self oscillating squelchy things you want from a 303 even if it does lack a sequencer (slides and accents can be triggered with MIDI). Some sources claim it's a fairly faithful clone of a TB-303, not sure how valid that is though. For those outside the UK wondering, this synth is just a MAM MB33 with a different paint job. You can also feed audio into this synth and use it as a MIDI triggered enveloped / gated filter, which is kinda cool! Had this set up recently for some acid parts (ofc) and it’s been fun using this synth again so I thought I'd make a video on it - hope you enjoy :)

Chapters:
00:00 - review, background info and basic features (incl. how it differs from a "real" 303 and other clones)
07:58 - Programming sounds (pt1. VCO and tuning)
10:20 - Programming sounds (pt2. filter and envelope)
12:24 - Programming sounds (pt3. Accent and slide)
15:47 - Programming sounds (pt4. Using the filter's external audio input)
21:07 - Sound demo 1 - the synth in a track with no effects on it
23:02 - Sound demo 2 - the synth used in a track through an overdrive pedal

Sound demo 2 is a verison of my 'MYST.wave II Unfinale':
https://ako0.bandcamp.com/track/myst-...
https://open.spotify.com/track/2Y6bqI...

some more info on mods:
https://www.circuitbenders.co.uk/synt..."

AMYboard - the $29 DIY modular synth running Python.

video upload by Brian Whitman

via Brian Whitman of AMYboard

"Today, we’re launching a new music hardware platform! Meet the AMYboard, a 10HP modular-sized synthesizer brimming with inputs and outputs for digital and analog audio, MIDI, and two CV channels. The AMYboard firmware runs Micropython, and can be controlled and programmed over the web, where you can share your own creations with others. You can also use AMYboard in Arduino to create music devices of your own design. It’s only US$29.90 - a very inexpensive way to get started making your own modular-capable synths. It can be powered over USB or a 10-pin modular power cable, and comes with a 10HP laser-cut faceplate. You can buy one today!

AMYboard is powered by AMY, the synthesis and effects toolkit that DAn Ellis and I have been working on for the past few years. AMY is a beautiful-sounding, efficient re-creation of classic analog synths – like the Juno-6 – and FM synths – like the DX-7. It can also act as a sampler, play WAV files, or let you make your own synthesizer setups in code from bare oscillators, effects, and filters. AMY is open-source and runs on all sorts of hardware. It already powers some neat synths like the Diapasonix, the Spark, and our own Tulip Creative Computer. AMYboard is our “reference hardware” for AMY - running the same ESP32-S3 as Tulip with 8MB of RAM, but with new features including both analog and S/PDIF (digital) audio input and output, enabling live effects, sampling, and filters. We’ve also added an SD card for sample storage, and an I2C host port for connecting your own displays and knobs!"

AMYboard launches with AMYboard online – a web based simulator and control surface for the AMYboard. You can experience AMYboard online before even buying an AMYboard. AMYboard online runs the same core engine as the AMYboard hardware (ported to WebAssembly) so you can set up and interact with the synthesizer over the web. When you’re ready, you plug in your AMYboard, download your patch, or control it in real time over the web, including the capability to edit and store code on your hardware that will boot up the next time you turn it on. AMYboard’s default firmware allows anyone to code their synth creations in MicroPython running on the hardware; the AMY synthesis engine itself runs in bare-metal C, but you can load your own “sketches” onto the board to build complex environments. For example, here’s a generative house track with a Derrick May custom “WOODPIANO” FM patch. Or here’s a TB303 + 808 acid setup. Or add a filter and reverb to a DX7 patch. AMYboard online also comes with AMYboard World, an online community for AMYboard users to share sketches with each other. We’re really excited to see your cool creations, please do share them!

See Brian Whitman's full post on AMYboard for additional details and links.

606 + 303 =/ 909

video upload by decoder303

"DinSync RE-606

#tr606 #tb303 #acid #dinsync #roland"

TB303 Day. Acid house with Kaleidoscope

video upload by Vadjuse

"Patch notes.
Track 1 is a classic acid bass. A saw with an opening filter. And a bit of glide.

Track 2 is a kick drum—a triangle wave with pitch modulation.

This is where the magic begins.

The bass volume envelope on Track 1 modulates the decay of the kick drum on Track 2. The louder the bass, the faster the kick drum rolls in.

The kick drum volume envelope (which the bass modulates, don't forget) on Track 2 modulates the modulation depth of the volume envelope, which modulates the opening of Track 1's filter. This is what makes the bass sound so unique.

You won't be able to get this sound on a TB303 or other high-end grooveboxes. Because their modulations can only exist within a track and don't extend beyond it. In this video, the sounds of both instruments are closely linked and influence each other.

Link: http://vadjuse.ru/kaleidoscope_en"

EMS Universal Sequencer Playlist

video uploads by analogia pl

A few of these have been featured on the site before. You can use the player controls to skip around.

Playlist:

1. EMS Synthi with Universal Sequencer and RSF Kobol #emssynthi #rsfkobol #rolandph830

It’s a tune done on the Synthi and EMS Universal Sequencer with some help from RSF Kobol processed by Roland PH-830 phaser.

2. 2 x EMS Universal Sequencer with Roland MC-202 #emssynthi #emsuniversalsequencer #mc202

Universal Sequencer is playing a sequence on the Synthi and the 202 - that’s why it’s called “universal” as both sequence and real time layers have CV/gate outputs. No effects other than spring reverb on the Synthi.

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"tbish" update on "synthiota" board, jam starting at 1:20

video upload by todbot

"Start at 1:20 for a little fun jam.
Got some time to work on "tbish" TB-303 emulator in CircuitPython.
This video shows some of the updates.
The updates include:
new mapped_pot_controller to allow the pots to have different modes
sequencer has separate lane for slides so that accent & slide can happen on same step
tbish_synth now has 4 different waveforms to choose from
can edit the sequence steps, both notes and accents/slides/mutes
can switch between sequences
can adjust bpm & steps_per_beat
actually using the LEDs

code and schematics: https://github.com/todbot/synthiota

#tb303 #circuitpython #raspberrypipico"

previously:

"tbish" almost on "synthiota" board

video upload by todbot

Future Retro FR 777 Reissue early prototype jam Roland TR-808 #fr777 #synth #tb303

video upload by INHALTVIDEO

https://future-retro.com/

Bassline Modulation on a Roland TB-303 from 1981 #tb303 #acidhouse #phuture

video upload by 3L3C7RON1C MU51C

Voodoo Ray/A Guy Called Gerald - Novation Circuit version

video upload by Guinan

"Time for the first British acid house hit and another Hacienda favourite. The Manchester act A Guy Called Gerald blew up the Manchester music scene with his 808 and 303 tour-de-force. He's still making excellent music ‪@AGuyCalledGeraldTV‬ #voodooray

Everything you hear was programmed into the Novation Circuit and played ‘live’ straight out of the headphone jack into my phone. No extra effects or outboard gear are used during playback.

The ‪@IsotonikStudios‬ sound pack RB 303 by Yves Big City got me thinking about how capable the Novation Circuit could be for a blast of acid house. I hope this attempt gets close to the flavour of the original. • DEMO - RB 303 - Novation Circuit Pack by Y... [posted here]

‪@GyuBeats‬ has done some great video breakdowns of the track and is obviously a fan. Big thanks as he helped me track down some of the original samples. • Why Does VOODOO RAY Still Sound Fresh Today?

I also found the following website which is a fantastic resource of patterns for 303-soundalikes. It just had to be called Acid Tabs….. https://acid-tabs.com/303_patterns.ph...

I hope you like the track – drop a comment if there is an 80’s or 90’s track you’d like to see a version of.

Synth nerd details;
The 808 sounds are a mix of samples from Isotonik and a pack that is sometimes free called 808 From Mars.

The vocal samples are from a surprising source of an old comedy routine from Peter Cook and Dudley Moore. The ‘voodoo ray’ sample is actually cut from a snatch of Peter Cook saying 'voodoo rage'.

A key part of the track is the excellent singing of Nicola Collier. I didn’t have a singer to hand and I wasn’t going to impose my dulcet tones on the world. The ‘singing’ is therefore played on the Arturia plug-in ‘Augmented Voices’.

I hope it fills the gap for now and doesn’t detract from the overall track.

All samples are edited and positioned on drum pads then sequenced/played on the Drum 4 track of the circuit."

Voodoo Ray/A Guy Called Gerald (Circuit Tracks & Rolands Version )

video upload by Guinan

"'Say Hello To My Little Friends'…..

Something a little different again. This is a reworking of one of my earlier videos but with an 'acidic' twist. At the time there were comments wondering how it would sound with Roland synths rather than my attempts at recreating the sound using the internal synth engine.

I couldn’t resist the challenge, so the Circuit Tracks has some company in the form of a Roland T-8 and S-1 Aira. The T-8 is a drum machine based on a selection of classic Roland sounds, but it has the added bonus of a very good TB303 emulation.

The Roland S-1 on the other hand is a 4-voice recreation of the classic 80’s synth, the SH-101. An awesome synth in it's own right it's a great partner for the Tracks to use with one of the external MIDI tracks.

Both of these Roland originals were an essential part of the classic Acid House sound and the track, ‘Voodoo Ray’ so this seemed a natural Circuit Tracks project to rework. I’ll keep a separate playlist of any tracks with external gear to keep my main playlist Tracks only.

For this video I’ve copied the patterns across to the Midi 1 & 2 tracks, hooked up both of the Roland individually to the MIDI Out and Thru (setup in Advanced Setup to be individual MIDI Outs). Each of the Roland boxes are then fed into each of the Audio Inputs so they can be panned, level altered and have effects applied individually. Each of the Roland boxes are not using their own sequencers but are just being used as slave MIDI synths playing the patterns sent via MIDI from the Circuit Tracks. T-8 bass was set to MIDI Ch3 and S-1 to Ch4 to match the default channels for these tracks."

Lord Drumatix - Testing my new Live Acid Techno "DJ" setup (TR606 vs TB303)

video upload by Fizzing Funksters Music

"Lord Drumatix on the Vestax Techno DJ Mixer the PMC 37 Pro.
Live Techno Jam featuring the Roland TR606 & the Roland TB303

Happy 606 Day :-)
https://lorddrumatix.bandcamp.com/

Lord Drumatix is a member of the Fizzing Funksters.
https://fizzingfunksters.bandcamp.com/"

Live Synth Techno in the Studio: Squarp Hapax, TB-303, Jupiter-80

video upload by MR TUNA Music

"Some more uncharted territory here with some techno beats live from the studio. Not really our regular vibe but very fun and fast. Jupiter-80 creating some qualiy keys and big bass from the Korg Prologue with the boiling acid of the TB303 pushing us up and up and UP in the background.

Is this actually techno or is it something else? I can never actually nail it down properly this is probably too 'progressive'."

Abstrakt Instruments Avalon Bassline (6th Gen, white)

video upload by TB303

Acidcode BassLine ML-303 SN V652

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this listing This one is in via Chris. You can find some DIY builds and demos in previous posts here. These aren't too common. The last post was from 2018 and the first from 2006.

Details from the listing:

"Acidcode BassLine ML-303 analog synthesizer in perfect condition.

One of the best Roland TB-303 replicas in version 6. A classic among step sequencers and rarely available these days. All knobs, buttons, and switches work. Of course, you shouldn't turn it too far beyond its limit to avoid damaging it.

Only the delay knob is comparatively easier to turn, and the knob spins slightly. The delay knob itself works, though, so it doesn't matter if the knob continues to rotate at its limit. I might be able to find a replacement knob.

Firmware version: V7.02 July 08

Included in the offer are:
-Power supply
-1x MIDI red
-1x MIDI yellow
-Stereo 6.3mm jack to mono
-Mono 6.3mm jack
-Manual (printed version only)

Recommend this online Manual:

https://www.sequencer.de/files/ml303guide_user.pdf

For more information:

https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roland_TB-303

https://www.sequencer.de/syns/roland/TB303.html
http://www.acidcode.de/"

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MAM MB33 TB303 Clone 1U Rack Analog Bass Synth

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via this eBay listing

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Synth Foundations 2 - Novation Circuit Tracks Pack by Techtronix

video uploads by Isotonik Studios

AVAILABLE HERE: https://isotonikstudios.com/product/s...

"Bringing the beat back!!

Step into a neon dreamscape where retro nostalgia meets futuristic vibes.
Synth Foundations 2 captures the essence of vintage VHS aesthetics and cassette reminisince,
blending them seamlessly with a modern, cutting-edge twist.

With the unmistakable charm of a bygone era, Echo'ing the pulse of the 80s,
Whether you're crafting ambient synthwave, outrun, or retro-futuristic beats,
Synth Foundations 2 is your ticket to a unique and immersive audio experience.

Fully covering all your synthwave needs
Bringing A Modern punch and a Retro Synthwave Sound.

Always wondered how to get that warm analogue tape feel?. With patches that ooze charector and drums that fit the genre like a glove.
Perfectly crafted to make it fun and easy to synthwave masterpeices.

With a 100% synthesized sound Synth Foundations 2 brings that Cassette sound to your Circuit Tracks.
With patches range from VHS sounding leads to dizzying pads and a massive range of bass.
Topped of with in house synthesized Linndrum kicks, snares and toms, this is a pack to remember.
Equiped for modern and retro synthwave alike.
Synth Foundations 2 promises to deliver, in not only a finished tracks but countless.

All Samples have been synthesized using the following

Vital Vst
Ableton Operator
Arturia Minifreak
ASM Hydrasynth

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Solid Jam 2 with Roland MC 707, Overcycler, TD-3 & OTO BAM + BOUM!

video upload by Solidtrax

"I finally took some time to play with a few of my cool tools, aside from sound designing for various companies. #dawless #mc707 #overcycler #tb303 #td3 #jam

Tools used:
‪@rolandglobal‬ MC-707
‪@gliglisfx‬ Overcycler
‪@behringer‬ TD-3
‪@OTOMACHINES‬ BAM & BOUM

Do you fancy some new sounds for your Overcycler - consider supporting and purchasing them here: https://solidtrax.nl/product/cyclic-c..."

Bad Gear - The Original Boutique

video upload by AudioPilz

"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. Roland is inarguably the greatest synth brand in history but even die-hard fans like me have a hard time dealing with the miniscule displays, buzz-killing menu diving and product philosophies that seem like they were conceived after a 72h non-stop bender.

Today we are going to talk about the MC-202. This 80s analog synth and sequencer not only might as well be the secret lovechild of an SH101 and TB303, it also appears to be the root of all the aforementioned evil.

Thanks to Philipp of Feedback Underground Studios for giving me access to his beautiful artifact. Serious requests are welcome to: fbugs@gmx.at

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
00:53 Overview Roland MC202
00:58 Synth Engine, Similarities to the Roland SH-101
01:41 Why the Sequencer is worse than the Roland TB-303
02:17 Workflow
02:53 2nd Sequencer Lane
02:59 Lack of Memory, Tape Backup
03:12 Connectivity, Limitations
03:46 Patches
04:08 Differences to the Roland SH101
04:20 Mods, Bends
04:49 Pricing, Thanks!!!
05:00 Hate
05:29 Jam 1 (I have no Idea what I'm doing!!!)
06:20 Jam 2 ( Elektro Funk )
07:25 Finale ( Downtempo Trance )
07:57 Verdict"

Autobahn (Sequential Take5 + Roland JD-XI)

video upload by Kiyo Synths and Stuff

Roland JD-XI: Drums (TR808 preset) + Bass (TB303 preset)
Sequential Take5: Synth lines (Preset 703 Twinklestar)
Recorded directly into Zoom H4 essential recorder