248t Arbitrariness & Tutorial Videos by Todd Barton & Stazma

video upload by Todd Barton

"A deep look at the multifunctionality of each stage. This answers the question, 'What is meant by Arbitrary Function Generator.'
Also , checkout Stazama’s video on the 248t [below]
My Patreon: / synthtodd"

Here comes the MARF - Tiptop Audio 248t Demo Video

video upload by Stazma and Tiptop Audio

"Here we are, the "MARF" aka Multiple Arbitrary Function Generator Model 248 in now in a reality in eurorack: all hail the 248t!

In this video I'm going to show you a bit of everything it can do (it can do a lot) but believe it or not I'm not going to go too deep. I'll try to go a bit deeper in some of the many rabbit hole of this things in future videos."

Magnificent 5U / MU modular

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via this Vemia listing

Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.

"All modules are in basically good working condition. On a few of them you can slowly notice that they have not been used for a long time, but this should easily disappear again with regular use. One or two jacks are a bit stiff.
I am the first owner. Listed from top to bottom and then the rack on the right (not in the main photo, but full of amazing modules).

ModularGrid Rack 1: https://modulargrid.net/d/racks/view/3056577 Dimensions (W × H × D) approx.: 143.5 × 25 × 22 cm Dedicated power supply (from MoonModular), completely independent. Synthesizers.com Q118 Instrument Interface Synthesizers.com Q125 Signal Processor Synthesizers.com Q105 Slew Limiter Club of the Knobs C 994 Multiples Synthesizers.com Q106 Oscillator (VCO) Synthesizers.com Q106 Oscillator (VCO) Synthesizers.com Q113 8-Channel Mixer Synthesizers.com Q106A Oscillator (VCO) Synthetic Sound Labs The Matrix Algorithmic Composer – Model 1660 Corsynth C103 Frequency Divider Multiplier Synthetic Sound Labs VC Envelope Generator – Model 1230 Synthesizers.com Q107 State Variable Filter (VCF) Synthesizers.com Q162 Filter Mixer for Q107 Synthesizers.com Q109 Envelope Generator Club of the Knobs C 905A Voltage Controlled Low Pass Filter Club of the Knobs C 911 Envelope Generator Club of the Knobs C 902 Voltage Controlled Amplifier Club of the Knobs C 905 Reverberation Unit

ModularGrid Rack 2: https://modulargrid.net/d/racks/view/3056596 Dimensions (W × H × D) approx.: 143.5 × 25 × 22 cm Dedicated power supply (from MoonModular), completely independent. Synthesizers.com Q124 Multiples Moon Modular 563 v1 4-Track/8-Step Trigger Sequencer Moon Modular 528 Sample and Hold Moon Modular 524 Quad Low Frequency Oscillator Moon Modular 524A Quad Low Frequency Oscillator Assistant Synthetic Sound Labs 5-Pulser / Dual Analog XOR – Model 1710 Club of the Knobs C 962B Sequential Switch (bidirectional) Club of the Knobs C 995 Attenuators Synthetic Sound Labs Double Deka VCO - Model 1130 Synthesizers.com Q115 Spring Reverb (Modified with 2 Tanks) Club of the Knobs C 911P v1 Pentaphonic VC Polyphonic Envelope Generator STG Soundlabs Digital Attenuators Synthesizers.com Q109 Envelope Generator Club of the Knobs C 906A Low Pass Gate Club of the Knobs C 906A Low Pass Gate Club of the Knobs C 911 Envelope Generator Club of the Knobs C 902 Voltage Controlled Amplifier Club of the Knobs C 994 Multiples

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Processing Synths, Drums, and Vocals w/ The Herbs & Stones Soft Memo

video upload by Duskmos

"In this Signal Colors episode, I'm taking a much closer look at the Herbs & Stones Soft Memo - a semi-modular stereo patchable effects workstation that can help craft some WILD sounds. Hang out while I check it out with a stereo synth (OP-1F), vocals (TP-7), and a mono synth (Critter & Guitari Pocket Piano MIDI).

Soft Memo Manual: https://herbs---stones.com/wp-content..."

00:00 Intro
01:02 Layout and Control Overview
08:30 All Algorithms w/ OP-1F
01:03:17 On Vocals w/ TP-7
01:14:49 On Mono Sources w/ Pocket Piano
01:21:24 Final Thoughts

Elastic OSC iOS MPE Update & Android Release

video upload by Elastic Instruments (Oliver Greschke)

"Elastic OSC 1.3 adds long-awaited MPE support to iOS.
Unlock expressive control and shape sounds with polyphonic aftertouch and per-note gestures.
Map Glide (X), Slide (Y), and Pressure (Z) to synthesis parameters and control them with external MPE controllers or the built-in keyboard (X and Y). As with any MPE instrument, all gestures work polyphonically, meaning each note can control parameters independently — for example different gains or timbres depending on the pressure applied to each key.

The Android version offers the same features as iOS — just at a much lower price!!

The update comes with more than 100 new presets by @JakobHaq , @redskylullaby , Nerk and others — lots to explore!

Update video by ALEXANDER EWALD

Mobile devices used in this video:
iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPad Pro 11.9", Samsung Galaxy S22+, Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra

MPE Controllers used in this video:
‪@intuitiveinstru‬ Exquis, ‪@Ableton‬ Push3, Roli Seaboard M, Embodme Erae

Elastic OSC download:
Google Play Store Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...
Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/elastic..."

Kodamo EssenceFM MK1 Demo Part 1

video upload by Panu M Savolainen

"I had chance to have Kodamo EssenceFM MK1 for while. After I played this one, I noticed a bit annoying shimmer fx, so couldn’t remove it and re-record. Didn’t record the MIDI notes, just straight to audio. A bit Eventide Space for additional reverb."

Exploration Situation

video upload by Memetune Studio

"Here I have set up an exploration situation, whereby I can mess about with various settings on the Buchla 200 while it's playing a semi-random patch

I'm using the 208 Easel module for initial sound generation, which goes to the 296 Spectral Processor, then out to two places: the even output goes to a mixer input, and the odd out goes to the 288 Time Domain Processor, then into mixer input 2. This goes out to the 289 Defect Processor top section, which has Maxlord's Lexi-like (224) reverb EPROM fitted. It's a great reverb! And you can CV various parameters. Joy!"

Prophet-5 vs Prophet-10: The sound test & my REAL thoughts

video upload by Doctor Mix

"🔥🎹👉 Explore the Sequential Prophet-10: https://sequential.com/product/prophe... 👈🎶🔥

A lot of people think it's just about voice count, but there's more to it. I'll take you deep into their unique character, how their polyphony impacts your composition, and critically, which one truly fits your specific production workflow and musical vision. In this video, I'm putting these iconic synths head-to-head 🎛️. I'll compare their oscillators (sawtooth and square wave) and filters (Rev 1 and Rev 3) to uncover all the sonic nuances. I'll also explore modern features like aftertouch and velocity modulation found on the Prophet-10 🎹, showing you exactly how they impact expressive performance. You'll hear direct comparisons, and I'll show you how these analog machines handle tuning and drift, giving you my comprehensive take on what makes each Prophet unique.

🎬 What you’ll see and hear in this video:

• 🔊 My in-depth comparison of Prophet-5 vs. Prophet-10 oscillators
• 🎛️ Dissecting the sonic characteristics of Rev 1 and Rev 3 filters
• 🎵 The impact of aftertouch and velocity modulation on synthesis
• 🧐 Exploring analog drift and the 'tune' function
• 🎹 How polyphony (5 vs. 10 voices) shapes my playing
• ✨ Uncovering subtle sonic differences in sawtooth and square waves
• 💡 My practical insights for choosing the right Prophet for your studio

🔥 Visit my Doctor Mix website for sound packs, courses, merch & more
👉 https://doctormix.com


🎧 Professional Services
Get your music professionally mixed, mastered, or produced
👉 https://doctormix.com/services"

hichord + m8.

video upload by hijaq.

"since the beginning of the year i’ve been slowly learning how to use the m8. it’s my new favorite little guy, but i still feel like i barely know what i’m doing. this is a really simple little song using the hichord as an external instrument with some touchscreen effects. there is no post-processing on this audio. still haven’t figured out how to make led screens look good on camera lol.

i have a few videos saved up so i can post weekly for the next little while. expect more m8 later, i’ll be back to traveling once it warms up so it’s coming with me ;3

all my music is free to use. liking the video or subscribing to the channel helps me make more stuff. thanks love u."

new hichord looper can make a whole song.

video upload by hijaq.

"hichord recently updated its looper to have six separate tracks and they asked me to try it out. i tried to get the camera as close as possible so you can read the screen. all this audio comes straight from the box with no plugins or effects."

PM Foundations Variable Filter Bank no. 4

video upload by Randy Piscione

"Here's another demo of the PM Foundations Variable Filter Bank. This time, there's no talking, just knob turning and sound. I wanted to see what sort of vowel sounds I could get. I'm using one bank, one EG for modulating the filter, one EG for the amplitude, and a bit of the unfiltered signal mixed in. When my hand disappears, it's fooling with the filter EG."

Roland System 700 keyboard controller 701A SN 510500

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via this Vemia listing

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"Roland System 700 Keyboard Controller model 701A with the 6-pin DIN cable and original System 700 brochure. Block 2 contains the 61-key (5 octave) two-voice keyboard with a controller panel which offers: pitch control, portamento time with separate on/off switch, pitch bender with center off click stop, and a pitch bend range switch (off, 0.1v, 1v, 5v). All connections for single voice operation are made through the DIN patch cord. Rear panel also contains additional output jacks for: keyboard cv 1 and cv2 (second voice), gate out, key trigger out, and bend control voltage out. If you own the main console or lab system without keyboard, this is your chance to make is complete. I'm pretty sure that the keyboard works also with the Roland 100M cabinets, but I have not tested this."

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Human voice or synth? | Birth of a Song #02

video upload by Deep Forest

"Today, I’m using the Haken Continuum to gently shape a voice that seems to come from nowhere…inspired by an eastern-flavored piano melody.Then I enhance it with harmonies played on the C15.Everything begins to merge, to breathe together.Something is happening…Is the magic starting to appear?"

Birth of a song part 01 (Ayeweska), more to come

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"Birth of a song. I’m sharing a few moments of the creative process, when music begins to breathe. Ayeweska.
#BirthOfASong #MusicCreation #Songwriting #BehindTheScenes #OriginalMusic #Composer

Follow Deep Forest :
| Website : http://www.deep-forest.fr/"

MicroDexed has evolved! It's very effective. #groovebox

video upload by Floyd Steinberg

"'Navipanel V3 for MicroDexed' (or MicroDexed Desktop - https://www.musikandmore.net/shop/ ) adds a nice user interface and many connections to the open source synth. Here's an overview.

00:00 demo
00:11 hi, what's this?
02:23 building it
07:44 hardware overview
08:52 software overview
09:30 synth modules: Dexed
14:12 Electric Piano
17:09 Microsynth
19:05 Braids
20:58 Granular Synth
25:35 Multisampler
27:19 Drum Sampler
27:47 Noise Maker
29:18 Sequencers
33:00 Conclusion
34:07 Help!

Links
New Firmware (works on existing devices as well) https://codeberg.org/positionhigh/Mic...
MicroDexed V3 - https://www.musikandmore.net/shop/
That electronic parts identifier: https://arnowelzel.de/en/m-tester

HÄLP ZIS CHANNEL
https://www.patreon.com/floyd_steinberg
https://floydsteinberg.gumroad.com/
https://floydsteinberg.bandcamp.com/"

Probability-based Transposing with PRECISION VOLTAGES, CHANCE DELAY & a Step Sequencer #eurorack

video upload by AJH Synth Official

"A sequencer patch using PRECISION VOLTAGES and CHANCE DELAY modules for probability-based transposing of steps. Also featuring sound from a single VCO and the SONIC XV filter & wave folder.

Video & Performance by @DreamsOfWires

PATCH BREAKDOWN:
A Doepfer Mini Sequencer is playing a simple 5-step sequence. The clock is from the DUAL LFO + VCA module, which is also triggering an DH-ADSR envelope generator (connected to audio VCA), and the SAMPLE HOLD & SLEW module.

Because the sequencer gates aren't being used to trigger the envelope generator, I can use them elsewhere, and on the Mini Sequencer they can be turned off per step, so instead I am sending these gates to the PRECISION VOLTAGES (Gate A). This means that whenever a gate signal is received, Precision Voltages will activate, shifting the pitch of connected VCOs by the selected amount.

To add variety to this, I am first running the gates through the CHANCE DELAY, with which I can adjust the chance/probability of the gates being passed through to the Precision Voltages, or ignored. This means that the transposed notes will only randomly occur, based on the position of the 'Chance' pot, here at 50%.

Precision Voltages is dual channel (A & B), but I'm using the combined A + B output, so that any semitone or octave changes that I make to channel B will be combined with those on channel A, which is the only channel being switched on or off by the incoming gates. This means I can transpose the whole sequence by the same selected semitone and octave values (here plus or minus 5 semitones) and still have the selected sequencer notes randomly transposing by the same interval.

As for the sound - just a single triangle wave into the SONIC XV Diode Ladder Filter, manually adding the wave folder to create a much more interesting timbre, and with the clocked SAMPLE HOLD & SLEW module randomly modulating the filter frequency, via the DUAL LFO\s built-in VCA, which is slowly modulating the level of the Sample and Hold from strong to nothing.

Mixed on a @solidstatelogic BigSix with @vermonagear DSR-3 Dual/Stereo (real) Spring Reverb. Both cases powered by the Konstant Lab StrongPWR, with small case using a Polyend Anywhere USB PSU, powered by the USB output of the StrongPWR. Clear acrylic Eurorack case by CASA Modular, Japan."

TR1000 New Skin debut - New Project Premier

video upload by Teddy Rock Steady

A clearer view of the TR-808 skin for the TR-1000 featured in this previous post. This one was spotted and sent in via M Me.

From the video:

"sample chop preview, new project premiere track featuring the voice of one of the most influential and inspirational speakers of our time, Shahid Bolsen
Get TR1000 skinz https://synthskinz.com
Shout out to Synth Skinz"

EVA Maestro Oberheim Ring Modulator RM-1A Clone

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This one was spotted and sent in via
M Me.

via this eBay listing

"We've received a used EVA/Maestro Oberheim Ring Modulator RM-1A Clone, which reproduces the sound of the Maestro Oberheim Ring Modulator RM-1A as faithfully as possible.

This is a highly specialized custom-made unit.

Created in response to requests from enthusiasts, this is the ultimate clone ring modulator designed to recreate John Lord's organ sound.

The layout of the input/output jacks, faders, and pin switches has been designed to closely match the original. Condition: B+: No issues for normal use"

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Critter & Guitari Organelle M Synthesizer

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via this listing

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Oberheim Xpander first encounter

video upload by MIDERA

"It is not my best work... but I wanted to put something up. Today, I traded some gear and ended up with an Xpander. It's pretty crazy what it can do. However, I'm not particularly enjoying editing from a distance, since the 'desktop' nature of the Xpander is such that it can't actually sit on any of my synths. It's literally bigger than my OB-6.

But it's got a very unique sound. Hopefully after I take some time I can really dig into the parameters of the instrument (and find a better way to edit it while playing).

Oberheim Xpander
Native Instruments RAUM for reverb

#xpander #nativeinstruments"

iDance RM-808 Groovebox Controller for iPad

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video upload by idanceaudio idanceaudio

Somehow missed this one. Thanks goes to M Me for spotting the listing below and sending it in. A quick search brought up the video above.

via this eBay listing

Google translated from the listing in German:

"This is an extremely rare toy from 2023—one that, for some reason, seems to have been on the market for only a very short time—yet it is anything but a mere toy.

The controller pairs via Bluetooth with an app called X808. This app runs exclusively on iPhone or iPad. There is a stripped-down freeware version (featuring limited synth and effect parameters) and a full version available for 8 euros. Both versions provide access to a few acoustic kits as well as ALL THE ESSENTIAL ROLAND drum machines—specifically the 808, 909, 606, 707, 626, 727, CR78, and CR80. Furthermore, it includes a full-fledged bass synthesizer and *two* full-fledged Kaoss Pads!

I tested the device using only the freeware version, and even that alone is absolutely incredible.

Naturally, you can program beats, basslines, and even full songs; moreover, the controller features an extremely intuitive design—well, as one would expect, since it *is* designed for children.

Something seems to have gone wrong with the marketing, however, because a unit this powerful really shouldn't be classified as a 'toy' anymore.

The device is brand new and has been tested just once.

The internal batteries are charged via USB.

Incidentally, the user manual translates the term 'mixer' as 'stirring device.' Got it?"

w/ Original Box

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Easel Sample Transformation

video upload by Todd Barton

"I'm always amazing how the Easel can transform & transmogrify a single sound. I begin with a single gong hit sample from the Morphagene going into Aux In on the Easel. Slowly gate that then move on the Balance Modulate it and finally bring in the Complex Oscillator for some thumps. Enjoy!

My Patreon: / synthtodd"

Moog Minimoog Analog Synthesizer: Famous 70s and 80s Sounds

video upload by RetroSound

"Discover the legendary Moog Minimoog analog synthesizer and the iconic sounds that shaped music in the 1970s and 1980s. 🎹 From fat synth basses and searing lead solos to funky filter sweeps and classic sci-fi effects. The Minimoog defined the sound of funk, rock, disco, progressive rock and early electronic music.

In this video, you’ll hear classic Minimoog-style sounds inspired by artists like Pink Floyd, Jean-Michel Jarre, Ozzy Osbourne, Gary Rafferty, Rod Steward and Parliament-Funkadelic. These timeless analog tones are still used today in modern music, film scores, and synthwave productions.

Whether you’re a synth enthusiast, music producer, or just love vintage analog gear, this video showcases why the Minimoog remains one of the most influential synthesizers ever made."

Famous Minimoog Sounds:
0:07 Pink Floyd
0:50 John Barry
1:02 Gary Wright
1:28 Supermax
1:48 J.-M. Jarre
2:00 Gary Rafferty
2:22 Ozzy Osbourne
2:46 Parliament
2:54 Rod Steward
3:10 Sniff`n The Tears