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Monday, July 13, 2026
NEW!! Polyrex Synthesizer Breakdown | Features That Matter
video uploads by Safari Audio
Playlist:
1. NEW!! Polyrex Synthesizer Breakdown | Features That Matter
2. PolyRex: The Synth Everyone's Talking About - Mixed by Jellz
3. Is PolyRex the Ultimate Juno-Inspired Synth Plugin? - wil maker
"Check out PolyRex here: https://safariaudio.com/products/poly...
Meet PolyRex, the vintage polysynth of our dreams! It captures everything we love about the classic Juno series- the lush chorus, organic movement, warm character, and nostalgic vibe that makes you want to keep playing.
In this video, Noam and Orel take a deep dive into PolyRex, exploring its features, and the wild sonic possibilities.
Let us know what you think in the comments! 👇
0:00 Intro
1:38 Oscillator Section + Envelope Section
2:33 Filter Section
3:13 LFO Section
3:46 Arp Section
4:03 FX Section
4:47 Mod Wheel Section
5:51 Outro"
Inspired by some of our favorite analog polysynths from the early 80s, POLYREX was built around a simple idea: make a synth that feels immediate, fun, nostalgic, and filled with inspiring sounds.
We loved the spirit of classic Japanese polysynths: the glowing chorus, the drifting movement, the soft-but-punchy filter, and the way one simple chord can suddenly feel emotional.
But we didn’t want to build a museum piece. POLYREX is our version of that world, pushed through the weird, colorful Safari lens. Faster, stranger, more playful, and made for modern producers who want to create instead of menu dive.
From dreamy pads and unstable tape keys to punchy basses, glassy plucks, warped chords, and cinematic nostalgia, POLYREX gives you vintage-inspired poly synth sounds with its own Safari personality.
VINTAGE-INSPIRED OSCILLATOR SECTION
Square Oscillator - Classic poly synth bite and harmonic weight
Sub Oscillator - Adds deeper body and low-end support
Noise Generator - Great for air, texture, percussion-style sounds, and grit
PWM Control - Pulse-width movement for animated vintage tones
LFO Pitch Modulation - Adds motion, drift, and slightly unstable character
See dealers on the right for pricing and availability on gear.
LABELS/MORE: New Soft Synths, News, Safari Audio, Soft Synths
LABELS/MORE: New Soft Synths, News, Safari Audio, Soft Synths
Thursday, July 02, 2026
1973 Vintage Moog Minimoog Model D SN 5233
Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
via this Reverb listing
"Offered here is an early production Moog Minimoog Model D, serial #5233, from my smoke-free recording studio, where it has lived for roughly the past twenty years.
This instrument has been featured extensively throughout my own work, appearing on many albums over the course of my 20 year ownership. Prior to that, it belonged to acclaimed Portland keyboardist Ramsey Embick, who toured internationally with The Pointer Sisters during the 1980s using this Minimoog, and performed on recording sessions for artists including Jo Bisso, Alfonzo, and others. Several touring-era modifications performed during his ownership remain intact and are described below.
This is not a museum piece... it is an honest, professionally used early Minimoog with decades of musical history. The front panel remains exceptionally clean and highly legible, all keys play well, and the instrument retains its original character while remaining a fantastic sounding and inspiring synthesizer."
via this Reverb listing
"Offered here is an early production Moog Minimoog Model D, serial #5233, from my smoke-free recording studio, where it has lived for roughly the past twenty years.
This instrument has been featured extensively throughout my own work, appearing on many albums over the course of my 20 year ownership. Prior to that, it belonged to acclaimed Portland keyboardist Ramsey Embick, who toured internationally with The Pointer Sisters during the 1980s using this Minimoog, and performed on recording sessions for artists including Jo Bisso, Alfonzo, and others. Several touring-era modifications performed during his ownership remain intact and are described below.
This is not a museum piece... it is an honest, professionally used early Minimoog with decades of musical history. The front panel remains exceptionally clean and highly legible, all keys play well, and the instrument retains its original character while remaining a fantastic sounding and inspiring synthesizer."
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
SYSTEM FLOW 2 by Synthesizer Studio Berlin
Tutorialvideo upload by Synthesizer Studio Berlin
SYSTEM FLOW 2 PRESET PREVIEW SUPERCUT
video upload by Synthesizer Studio Berlin
"SYSTEM FLOW 2
Get it here for 14,99€:
https://www.synthesizerstudioberlin.c...
GRANUALR SAMPLER WITH 2 GRAIN SAMPLER SLOTS

This Instrument is made for Soundscapes, Pads, FX and Cinematic Sounds. We freshly Recorded and meticulously prepared 255 Samples from our extensive Vintage Synthesizer Collection from Synthesizer Museum/Studio Berlin for our updated version of the popular SYSTEM FLOW Grain Sampler.
For this update we specially curated and prepared a huge Sound Library for a rich Soundpallette.
Additional Overdrive & Tape Delay style FX for each Sample Engine. New Filters and Modulation Routing Options
New Samples & Presets for version 2.0
NEW:
ADSR and MPE capabilities.
Choose your favorite Style of playing.
Choose ADSR for regular Keyboard playing.
DRONE for Chillout and Sessions where you just want to play a chord and let SYSTEM FLOW 2.0 do it’s thing.
Use MPE for a full polyphonic experience with poly Pitch-bend and controls for the Filters and LFOs with pressure and Slide.
Additional Routing capabilities. Filter & Sample read Position can now be modulated from all 6 Modulation Sources.
NEW FILTERS: virtual Analog Filters with Drive, Boost & HP options. Same as the Filter used for X-FLOW.
NEW FX per Sample Slot: We added a Tape Delay and Overdrive Distortion to each Sample Engine
New A & B View for a streamlined Workflow. Simple B View if you just want to play the Presets and or just want to drop some Samples into the engine or go to A view for a full experience with all parameters exposed. Same goes for the Reverb engine.
More Presets for the Reverb and a streamlined UI
Mix/Match & randomize each Parameter of the Reverb and make your own combinations of the Independent Granular Engine and Reverb Presets. More than 80 different Reverb Presets.
Komplete Kontrol & Maschine ready
Just add the Instrument to your User Library and browse the Presets from there with the 8 most important Knobs.
KK & Maschine open System FLOW 2.0 with the simple B view. Press the + Sign to reach the full A view.
Synths Samples that we recorded for SYSTEM FLOW:
Jupiter 4, Prophet 10, SH-2, SYSTEM 700, ARP 2600, Broken OB-X, CS-80, EMS SYNTHI AKS, MEMORYMOOG, MINIMOOG,
ADDTIONAL RECORDINGS: Guitar, Field Recordings, GLITCH NOISES, SPACE SAMPLES, SSB SCI-FI BRAHM’s
Requiers: FULL NI REAKTOR 6.5 or up
Comes with:
Presets: 30
Samples: 255
File Size: 547 MB
packed 296 MB as ZIP for easy Download"
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LABELS/MORE: New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths, Synthesizer Studio Berlin
LABELS/MORE: New Soft Synths, News, Soft Synths, Synthesizer Studio Berlin
Thursday, April 09, 2026
Oberheim Xpander
Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
via this Vemia listing
Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.
"Oberheim Xpander Analogue Synthesizer A legendary analogue polyphonic synthesizer by Oberheim, widely regarded as one of the most powerful and sonically rich instruments of its era. This is a Japanese-made version, switchable 110-240V - provide your own IEC mains lead. It is in exceptional, museum-grade condition. The Xpander is celebrated for its deep modulation architecture, extensive filtering capabilities, and unmistakable analogue character. Condition: Immaculate, museum condition. Fully serviced and in excellent working order by James Walker. Inclusions: • Original factory sound set • Custom two-tone vinyl and tweed dust cover with rear cable access flap • Custom flight case Additional Notes: Renowned for its reliability and expansive sound design capabilities, the Xpander remains one of the most sought-after vintage synthesizers available. Provenance: Part of a broader sale from a private collector."
via this Vemia listing
Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.
"Oberheim Xpander Analogue Synthesizer A legendary analogue polyphonic synthesizer by Oberheim, widely regarded as one of the most powerful and sonically rich instruments of its era. This is a Japanese-made version, switchable 110-240V - provide your own IEC mains lead. It is in exceptional, museum-grade condition. The Xpander is celebrated for its deep modulation architecture, extensive filtering capabilities, and unmistakable analogue character. Condition: Immaculate, museum condition. Fully serviced and in excellent working order by James Walker. Inclusions: • Original factory sound set • Custom two-tone vinyl and tweed dust cover with rear cable access flap • Custom flight case Additional Notes: Renowned for its reliability and expansive sound design capabilities, the Xpander remains one of the most sought-after vintage synthesizers available. Provenance: Part of a broader sale from a private collector."
Monday, March 09, 2026
The Genius Behind Look Mum No Computer - Eurovision 2026
video upload by Britclip
"Electronic artist & YouTuber: Sam posts videos about building unique audio gear and synthesizers, alongside original music and performances. He launched his channel in 2016 after previously fronting the indie band ZIBRA.
⚙️ DIY synth wizard: He’s known for creating unusual and inventive electronic musical devices using vintage technology — including a Furby-based organ, synthesizer bicycles, Game Boy oscillators, and more — that have gained millions of views online.
🏛️ Museum founder: Sam also runs This Museum Is Not Obsolete, a space in Ramsgate, Kent (England) that showcases quirky analog tech repurposed in playful and musical ways.
🎤 Eurovision entrant: In 2026, he was selected to represent the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest under his Look Mum No Computer name — a high-profile recognition of his creativity and performance style.
In short, Sam Battle is a creative, experimental electronic musician whose blend of DIY tech, performance, and humour has built a strong global following.
#eurovision #music #synthpop #eurovisionsongcontest"
LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER - Eins, Zwei, Drei | United Kingdom 🇬🇧 | Official Music Video | #Eurovision2026
video upload by Eurovision Song Contest
LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER will represent United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest with the song Eins, Zwei, Drei 🇬🇧
Credits:
Look Mum No Computer: Sam Battle
Director: Johnny Goddard (Youth Hymns)
Production Company: A Running Commentary
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LABELS/MORE: BBC, DIY, Interviews, LMNC, synth museums, test equipment, Wurlitzer
LABELS/MORE: BBC, DIY, Interviews, LMNC, synth museums, test equipment, Wurlitzer
Friday, December 05, 2025
The Galaxy Electric - ❇️ DIAL IT IN ❇️ - Super 8 Film {Official Music Video}
video upload by The Galaxy Electric
"Thank you for watching and listening! We shot this video on Super 8 film.
The Galaxy Electric Website: https://www.thegalaxyelectric.com
The Galaxy Electric Shop: https://www.thegalaxyelectricshop.com
FACEBOOK: / thegalaxyelectric
The Galaxy Electric
"DIAL IT IN" Official Music Video
Filmed and Directed by Jen Fodor
Produced by Jen Fodor and Georgia Hurd
Executive Produced by Daniel Naruta
Edited by Michelle Pan
Shot on B&W Super 8 in Los Angeles, CA at the Vintage Synthesizer Museum
Additional Footage using the DJI Osmo
The composition process involved us improvising with loopers using mainly Buchla Modular Synthesizer, RD-9, TD-3 for Acid House vibes, Roland SP404 MKII, and 2 Space Echoes on the vocals. The looping performance was ultimately recorded to 1/4" Reel to Reel Tape. We like to call it Cosmic Tape Music, but this one is in the vein of Classic House Music from the 80s."
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LABELS/MORE: Behringer, Buchla, MATRIXSYNTH Members, Roland
LABELS/MORE: Behringer, Buchla, MATRIXSYNTH Members, Roland
Friday, November 21, 2025
The ARP Centennial Celebration continues...
via the Alan R Pearlman Foundation
"June through October were busy months for us here at the Foundation. We celebrated Alan's 100th Birthday with a whole slew of events, including a new exhibit at EMEAPP/Museum of Music Technology, and the NAMM Museum of Making Music. Arriving in the UK on September 26, we exhibited at Machina Bristronica in Bristol... we had a special raffle of a meticulously restored vintage ARP Pro Soloist, personally signed by Tony Banks, legendary keyboardist of Genesis, to benefit the Foundation... we were part of the London Synthesizer show at The Musical Museum in London, and we capped it off with visits to both The Townshend Studio and Peter Gabriel's Real World Studio. WHEW!
Check out the full list of past events, and visit the Centennial Gallery."
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LABELS/MORE: ARP, ARPFoundation, Machina Bristronica, MATRIXSYNTH Members, Real World, synth museums, Townsend Museum
LABELS/MORE: ARP, ARPFoundation, Machina Bristronica, MATRIXSYNTH Members, Real World, synth museums, Townsend Museum
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The Museum of Synthesizer Technology by Martin Newcomb
Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
via this eBay listing
"Full color glossy photos of vintage synthesizers from the Museum of Synthesizer Technology with descriptions
118 pages, nice solid paper stock
In excellent condition with very light shelf wear on the covers
Pages are excellent with no writing, stains, or highlighting
The bottom right corner of the cover has a pressure mark - I tried to show this in the last photo.
Note that the red marks on the page ends in the photo are not stains on the pages but are from the red waveforms printed at the bottom of each page.
This book is rare and out of print, and would make a great addition to any synth collectors bookshelf."
via this eBay listing
"Full color glossy photos of vintage synthesizers from the Museum of Synthesizer Technology with descriptions
118 pages, nice solid paper stock
In excellent condition with very light shelf wear on the covers
Pages are excellent with no writing, stains, or highlighting
The bottom right corner of the cover has a pressure mark - I tried to show this in the last photo.
Note that the red marks on the page ends in the photo are not stains on the pages but are from the red waveforms printed at the bottom of each page.
This book is rare and out of print, and would make a great addition to any synth collectors bookshelf."
Monday, November 10, 2025
Reminder: Minimoog Prototype Exhibit, Erik Norlander Keyboard Sale Price Drop, Mini Minimoogs & More

via The Bob Moog Foundation
Minimoog Prototype Exhibit At the Moogseum This Weekend Only!
The anticipation is almost over! We are thrilled to be hosting the Minimoog Prototype Exhibit at the Moogseum, this weekend only, in partnership with the Museum of Music Technology (MMT). The exhibit will feature four ultra rare Minimoog prototypes from 1969, 1970, and 1971, as well as a host of related artifacts from the Bob Moog Foundation Archives.
We are honored to have JoE Silva, author of The Minimoog Book: The Synthesizer That Changed Music Forever: Sounds, Stories, and Technology join us throughout the weekend of the exhibit. He'll be on hand to delve into the history of the Minimoog with exhibit attendees and sign books in the Moogseum store.
We're excited to share a new addition to the exhibit. MMT will be bringing Minimoog serial number 1016 (the sixteenth Minimoog ever produced out of 12,269 units), which was purchased in 1971 by none other than David VanKoevering, the marketing genius behind the early Minimoog sales. David's Minimoog will be available for exhibit attendees to play and explore. Come get you hands on this incredible piece of synthesizer history!
Finally, be sure to take advantage of the morning tours with our executive director, Michelle Moog-Koussa. Michelle will be delving into Minimoog history as it is conveyed through the main gallery of the Moogseum. She doesn't give tours often, so take advantage of this opportunity. The tours are available for a small fee for any exhibit attendee.
See dealers on the right for pricing and availability on gear.
LABELS/MORE: BMF, MOOG, News, Synth Bling
LABELS/MORE: BMF, MOOG, News, Synth Bling
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
The Vintage Synthesizer Museum Doc - A "Living Museum" where otherworldly sounds come to life!
video upload by Helium Vision
"In this episode of Helium Vision, we invite you into a world that hums with the strange and the beautiful—the Vintage Synthesizer Museum (VSM). Founded in 2013 by the avid synthesizer historian Lance Hill, this “living museum” exists in a space where the past and present come together to offer an immersive experience into the magical world of sound. It’s not just a museum—it’s a place where visitors and artists can disappear into their work, perform in a unique atmosphere, or learn the art of synthesis.
Initially opening its doors in Oakland the VSM is now nestled in the heart of Los Angeles, this space has since witnessed the presence of many modern visionaries—Damon Albarn, Egyptian Lover and Neurosis, to name a few—each leaving behind their own distinctive imprints.
Come with us, as we step into the otherworldly corners of the Vintage Synthesizer Museum and uncover the tales of the instruments that dwell within.
patreon.com/heliumvision
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heliumvision.com
///Credits///
Featuring:
Lance Hill @vintagesynthmuseum
Kareem Karam @k.joseph.karam
Directed & Edited by Vice Cooler @vicecooler
Producer: Sapi Chhabra @sapisonic
Director of Photography: Dalton Blanco @daltoncamera
Camera Op: Adam Franklin @adamscottfranklin
Camera Op: Vice Cooler @vicecooler
Audio Engineer: Scott Cornish @actuallyadog
Story by Vice Cooler & Sapi Chhabra
Music by: Lance Hill, Kareem Karam
Original Score by Vice Cooler
Find out more on the VSM here:
https://vintagesynthesizermuseum.com/"
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LABELS/MORE: ARP, Chroma, DK, documentaries, EML, EMS, Gleeman, Interviews, Ionic, Mellotron, MOOG, Octave, Rhodes, Roland, Sequential, Serge, Steiner Parker, synth museums, Yamaha
LABELS/MORE: ARP, Chroma, DK, documentaries, EML, EMS, Gleeman, Interviews, Ionic, Mellotron, MOOG, Octave, Rhodes, Roland, Sequential, Serge, Steiner Parker, synth museums, Yamaha
Friday, August 01, 2025
NAMM Museum of Making Music ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact. Update

This is a follow-up to this post.
Additonal details on the upcoming two day event via The Alan R Pearlman Foundation follows:
ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact Opening August 9
We invite you to step into the world of innovation with our new exhibition "ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact." The impact of ARP synthesizers and the legacy of their innovator Alan R. Pearlman (1925-2019) was vast and deeply influential. From progressive rock and jazz to pop, film, and experimental music, ARP instruments helped shape the sound of a generation and inspired countless artists.
Curated by Brian Kehew, the exhibition brings together a stunning array of instruments, vintage media, and behind-the-scenes insights.
Guest Curator: Brian Kehew
Brian Kehew is a Los Angeles-based producer, engineer, and co-author of Recording The Beatles. Kehew’s deep expertise as a synthesizer programmer and performer with artists such as The Who and The Moog Cookbook brings a uniquely informed perspective to this presentation.
Exhibition Events
Day 1: Opening Reception and Concert Celebration
Saturday, August 9 @ 6 pm
Join guest curator Brian Kehew and Dina Pearlman-Ifil, daughter of Alan R. Pearlman, for an in-depth look at the exhibition. Stay for special performances by renowned synth artists Rupert Greenall, Robin Hatch, and Steve McQuarry. This event is free for museum members, and $30 for non-members.
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LABELS/MORE: ARP Foundation, events, MATRIXSYNTH Members, News
LABELS/MORE: ARP Foundation, events, MATRIXSYNTH Members, News
Thursday, July 10, 2025
NAMM Museum of Making Music ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact
via The Alan R Pearlam Foundation
"ALAN R. PEARLMAN FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES WEST COAST CELEBRATION OF THE CENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY OF ARP SYNTHESIZER FOUNDER, ALAN R. PEARLMAN, AUGUST 9 & 10 AT THE NAMM MUSEUM OF MAKING MUSIC
Kingston, NY - July 10, 2025 - This year marks the 100th birthday of the late inventor of the ARP synthesizer, Alan R. Pearlman. In honor of his pioneering innovations in electronic music, the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation is collaborating with NAMM Museum of Making Music for an exhibit: ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact.
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LABELS/MORE: ARPFoundation, events, MATRIXSYNTH Members, NAMM, News
LABELS/MORE: ARPFoundation, events, MATRIXSYNTH Members, NAMM, News
Saturday, July 05, 2025
The Museum of Synthesizer Technology BOOK, 1994, 118 Full Color glossy pages.
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via this eBay listing
"The Museum of Synthesizer Technology (synthesizer book) written by Martin Newcombe. Martin created this awesome synthesizer book, a true labor of love, due to his strong interest in Analog Synthesizers created in that golden age of electronic music. Many of us identify with it. It is a rare, limited edition, paperback book with a 1994 copyright, 118 large, full color, glossy pages, printed on high quality paper stock. Contains many photos of those Legendary and Iconic Synthesizers that we all love. Excellent Condition. Long out of print. Not signed. Vintage original, no writing, no highlights, New. I had extras or else I would not sell this one. This is a top ten synthesizer book and worthy in the most comprehensive synth book libraries. Time keeps on slipping into the future."
via this eBay listing
"The Museum of Synthesizer Technology (synthesizer book) written by Martin Newcombe. Martin created this awesome synthesizer book, a true labor of love, due to his strong interest in Analog Synthesizers created in that golden age of electronic music. Many of us identify with it. It is a rare, limited edition, paperback book with a 1994 copyright, 118 large, full color, glossy pages, printed on high quality paper stock. Contains many photos of those Legendary and Iconic Synthesizers that we all love. Excellent Condition. Long out of print. Not signed. Vintage original, no writing, no highlights, New. I had extras or else I would not sell this one. This is a top ten synthesizer book and worthy in the most comprehensive synth book libraries. Time keeps on slipping into the future."
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LABELS/MORE: Auctions, scans, Synth Books
LABELS/MORE: Auctions, scans, Synth Books
Monday, June 16, 2025
Improvised Jam on Iconic Vintage Synths!
video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music
"Fresh off Superbooth 2025, I dropped into the Synthesizer Museum in Berlin for a rare, fully improvised performance on their legendary vintage synths—including the Yamaha CS-80, two ARP 2600s, and a Roland Jupiter-8.
Joining me was my longtime friend and Vienna-based artist Felix of Flame, playing his custom FLAME drum and percussion instruments. Together, we dove into a one-of-a-kind sonic journey—shaped by texture, tone, and the moment.
No script. No presets. Just raw, analog expression—captured live!"
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LABELS/MORE: ARP, Roland, Superbooth, SUPERBOOTH25, synth museums, Yamaha
LABELS/MORE: ARP, Roland, Superbooth, SUPERBOOTH25, synth museums, Yamaha
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
ALAN R. PEARLMAN FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL CELEBRATION OF THE CENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY OF ARP SYNTHESIZER FOUNDER, ALAN R. PEARLMAN
Press release follows:
ALAN R. PEARLMAN FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL CELEBRATION OF THE CENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY OF ARP SYNTHESIZER FOUNDER, ALAN R. PEARLMAN, JUNE 7 AT THE MUSEUM OF MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
Kingston, NY - May 20, 2025 - This year marks the 100th birthday of the late inventor of the ARP synthesizer, Alan R. Pearlman. In honor of his pioneering innovations in electronic music, the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation will launch ARP@100: A Centennial Celebration of Alan R. Pearlman’s Legacy with EMEAPP at the Museum of Music Technology. A gala event kicks off a year’s worth of commemorative ARP centennial activities and takes place at EMEAPP, located in Harleysville, Pennsylvania, from 7 -10 pm.
June 7th Centennial activities at the museum include:
A live interview with the ARP Foundation’s director, Dina Pearlman-Ifil
Video excerpts from musicians, former ARP employees, and filmmaker Alex Ball’s celebrated ARP films
Performances on vintage ARP instruments by music pioneer Don Slepian and modular synthesist Ombient
The ability to try out a variety of synths
EMEAPP will unveil, at its Museum of Music Technology, a haven of vintage ARP history in which visitors will encounter an epic collection of ARP synthesizers, including the majestic ARP 2500 and a rare, early ARP 2502 with a cherry drop matrix. The iconic ARP 2600 Blue Meanie will be proudly displayed alongside an array of other ARP classics: the versatile Quadra, the expressive Soloist series, multiple iterations of the legendary Odyssey, the innovative Avatar, the powerful Chroma, the punchy Axxe, the compact Little Brother, and even a remarkable 16-Voice Electronic Piano – many of which will be playable!
Countless composers, musicians, and filmmakers worldwide have incorporated the ARP 2500 and ARP 2600 into their work, including early adopters Pete Townsend (in the “Who’s Next” album) and Elton John (in “Funeral for a Friend”). Stevie Wonder, an early adopter of the 2600, had his control panels labeled in Braille. The ARP 2600 was also responsible for the voice of R2-D2 in Star Wars films, and the 2500 was used to communicate with aliens in Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
Alan R. Pearlman’s legacy as an engineer and inventor began at an early age. A fascination with sound occupied his interest, and he spent time as a child building amateur radios. In 1948, as a student at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, he wrote, “The electronic instrument’s value is chiefly as a novelty. With greater attention on the part of the engineer to the needs of the musician, the day may not be too remote when the electronic instrument may take its place as a versatile, powerful, and expressive instrument.”
Attendees may reserve a spot at this exclusive celebration and fundraising event with a tax-deductible donation of $150 per ticket. The contribution includes complimentary wine/beer/other beverages, a selection of snacks, and a swag bag. Parking is Free.
The Museum of Music Technology/EMEAPP is located at 45 Mainland Road, Harleysville, PA 19438, just a short drive from the PA Turnpike Lansdale exits."
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LABELS/MORE: ARP, ARPFoundation, events, News, synth museums
LABELS/MORE: ARP, ARPFoundation, events, News, synth museums
Thursday, May 08, 2025
🎛️ Synthesizer Museum Berlin -Explora el corazón sonoro de Berlín
video upload by FutureMusic.es
Click CC at the bottom of the player for subtitles.
"Located in the vibrant Kreuzberg neighborhood, the Synthesizer Museum Berlin is a unique space that pays tribute to the evolution of electronic music.
Opening in February 2025, this museum houses a temporary collection of more than 50 vintage and rare synthesizers, spanning from the 1970s to the early 2000s.
More than a static exhibition, the museum offers an interactive experience where visitors can play and experiment with these legendary instruments. From the pioneering sounds of the "Berlin School" with Tangerine Dream, to David Bowie's Berlin Trilogy, to the vibrant techno scene of the 1990s, Berlin has been an epicenter of sonic innovation.
During the tour, you'll discover everything from early analog synthesizers to modern modular systems; you'll understand how these machines have shaped genres like ambient, industrial, and techno. The museum also regularly hosts workshops and live events, offering a complete immersion in the world of electronic music"
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
1968 RA Moog Modular IIIC
Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
via this Reverb listing
"A 3-cabinet authentic, period correct all RA Moog modules system that dates from 1968.
This instrument forms a part of the RL Music Vintage Synthesizer Collection. We have managed to keep some of the very best examples of Vintage Synthesizers that have come through our business over the last 22 years which we kept for our pleasure and interest. Whilst having a privileged position as a specialist dealer in this genre of equipment, we managed to hang on to particular instruments that were interesting and inspiring. The RA Moog Modular IIIC is one of 40 instruments we have, but is the oldest and most historically important.
via this Reverb listing
"A 3-cabinet authentic, period correct all RA Moog modules system that dates from 1968.
This instrument forms a part of the RL Music Vintage Synthesizer Collection. We have managed to keep some of the very best examples of Vintage Synthesizers that have come through our business over the last 22 years which we kept for our pleasure and interest. Whilst having a privileged position as a specialist dealer in this genre of equipment, we managed to hang on to particular instruments that were interesting and inspiring. The RA Moog Modular IIIC is one of 40 instruments we have, but is the oldest and most historically important.
Wednesday, March 05, 2025
Opening the Synthesizer Museum Berlin - a few words by co-founder Michael Soltau
video upload by Synthesizer Museum Berlin
"Opening night of Synthesizer Museum Berlin (part one). Co-founder and owner Michael Soltau welcomes the audience and the two artists that are about to perform: Pyrolator will open the show, followed by Thorsten Quaeschning from Tangerine Dream (concert videos and interviews coming soon)
Eröffnungsabend des Synthesizer Museum Berlin (Teil 1). Mitbegründer und Eigentümer Michael Soltau heißt das Premierepublikum willkommen und kündigt die beiden Künstler an, die auf der Bühne auftreten werden: Zunächst Pyrolator und danach Thorsten Quaeschning von Tangerine Dream (Konzertvideos und Interviews folgen)."
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LABELS/MORE: Interviews, News, synth museums, Synthesizer Museum Berlin
LABELS/MORE: Interviews, News, synth museums, Synthesizer Museum Berlin
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Viewing the the complex waveforms of the Gleeman Pentaphonic
video upload by Vintage Synthesizer Museum
"After posting some pics of the Gleeman Pentaphonic Friday, someone in the comments asked what ‘Comp1’ and Comp2’ were in the oscillator section were referring to. Well, according to the manual: The first two waveshapes are COMPlex 1 and COMPlex 2. These are two new complex waveshapes not usually found on a synthesizer and are included for their unique harmonic qualities. Here, we’re viewing the waveforms with the Korg NTS-2 oscilloscope. We currently have one of these oscilloscopes in the studio. If you’d like to see one of these at each of the mixer sections in the studio, let us know."
Thursday, October 24, 2024
ETI International 4600 Vintage Semi-Modular Synthesizer
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via this listing
"This is a large semi-modular synthesizer, designed in Australia and released as a kit by Electronics Today International magazine in 1973. The large aluminium panel pivots forward for maintenance. Its 22x22 matrix switchboard, joystick, complex modulation and feature set is reminsicent of a larger EMS VCS3, a comparison enhanced by the use of genuine Cliff "little Dalek" knobs.
The main modules in the 4600 design were repackaged for the (smaller) ETI 3600 and the lightly larger Maplin 5600 kit synthesizers. Its notable features are volts-per-herz VCOS (rather than volts-per-Octave linear VCOs), complex Transient Generators that are like simple three stage sequencers, and a different-sounding VCF.
This is a rare, powerful and unique synthesizer that needs some TLC from a competent builder to unlock its potential.
STORY
In the early 80s before it had been completely built, it suffered damage (the plaster ceiling collapsed on it, because of a shoddy repair job after the previous tenants, a punk gang, had a "demolition party" that destroyed all internal walls). The keyboard was destroyed and there seemed little reason to replace it (the first 4600 keyboard circuitry was problematic and had been replaced by a design from the Fairlight team.) There was some scratches to the case and a lot of dust, though the pots did not seem scratchy.
via this listing
"This is a large semi-modular synthesizer, designed in Australia and released as a kit by Electronics Today International magazine in 1973. The large aluminium panel pivots forward for maintenance. Its 22x22 matrix switchboard, joystick, complex modulation and feature set is reminsicent of a larger EMS VCS3, a comparison enhanced by the use of genuine Cliff "little Dalek" knobs.
The main modules in the 4600 design were repackaged for the (smaller) ETI 3600 and the lightly larger Maplin 5600 kit synthesizers. Its notable features are volts-per-herz VCOS (rather than volts-per-Octave linear VCOs), complex Transient Generators that are like simple three stage sequencers, and a different-sounding VCF.
This is a rare, powerful and unique synthesizer that needs some TLC from a competent builder to unlock its potential.
STORY
In the early 80s before it had been completely built, it suffered damage (the plaster ceiling collapsed on it, because of a shoddy repair job after the previous tenants, a punk gang, had a "demolition party" that destroyed all internal walls). The keyboard was destroyed and there seemed little reason to replace it (the first 4600 keyboard circuitry was problematic and had been replaced by a design from the Fairlight team.) There was some scratches to the case and a lot of dust, though the pots did not seem scratchy.
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