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via this Reverb listing
"The servicing work included recapping the power supply, changing the electrolytic and tantalum capacitors throughout the unit, cleaning/lubing the front panel potentiometers.
Cosmetically its in really clean overall condition, with only minor marks and blemishes."
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Sunday, December 21, 2025
Friday, December 19, 2025
E-mu Systems (Model 7030) SP-1200 Sampling Drum Machine
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via this Reverb listing
Additional SYNTH CITY Listings
"A classic 12-bit hardware sampler/sequencer known for it's unique character and ease of use. If you know, you know. This one is in excellent functioning condition with minor cosmetic blemishes. Includes boot disk, Version 1.2 and AC power cable.
Recently serviced and cleaned internally, ready for action."
via this Reverb listing
Additional SYNTH CITY Listings
"A classic 12-bit hardware sampler/sequencer known for it's unique character and ease of use. If you know, you know. This one is in excellent functioning condition with minor cosmetic blemishes. Includes boot disk, Version 1.2 and AC power cable.
Recently serviced and cleaned internally, ready for action."
Thursday, December 18, 2025
How to humanise your drum beats with the Launchpad Pro
video upload by Novation
"In this video, Dylan shows you five different ways to elevate the sound of your drum beats and get your drums feeling less robotic and more human with our Launchpad Pro.
MIDI drums offer music makers lots of flexibility to change the sounds of drum elements on the fly and make minor adjustments at any point, even after your track is recorded. But this can leave them sounding a bit robotic, with every hit at the same velocity, strictly on the grid, and generally not capturing the nuances of a real drummer. But here's how to fix that!
Watch the video to find out five distinct ways to make your beat sequences sound and feel real whilst adding life to your drum grooves.
Find out more about our Launchpad Range: https://bit.ly/Full_Launch_Range
Chapters:
00:00 - How to elevate your drum beats with Launchpad Pro
00:30 - Adding swing to your drums with Launchpad Pro
03:26 - Building drum layers with Launchpad Pro
06:29 - Creating velocity variations on drums with Launchpad Pro
09:30 - Scene chaining with drums on the Launchpad Pro
12:21 - Subtracting from your drum beat with Launchpad Pro
14:55 - Recap"
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
T5a - Sequential Take 5 & Akai Force Synthwave livejam
video upload by minor & moon
"Melodics by Sequential Take 5, drums by Drumsynth on the Akai Force.
Live jam recorded into Live with subtle limiting.
#SequentialTake5 #AkaiForce #Synthesizer
#Techno #Synthwave"
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Selmer Companion Electric Reed Organ SN 152
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video upload by riffers
via this Reverb listing
"Selmer Companion reed organ from the 60s. In tune and wonderfully “parlour-harmonium”: bright, reedy mids with a gentle breathiness on the attack, then a steady, organ-like sustain from the blower. The chord buttons give an instant drone bed with that slightly nasal, woody timbre that cuts through without ever getting harsh. Think small chapel/folk harmonium vibes—perfect for drones, hymnal pads, psych-folk textures, lo-fi soundtrack cues, and vintage pop hooks. Hear it in the demo (skip to last photo). Typical vintage tuning and keybed feel; expect minor variance vs modern concert pitch.
Features
Classic electric reed organ with compact keyboard and built-in blower/speaker
Left-hand chord section: Major & Minor buttons (C, G, D, A, F, B♭) for instant accompaniment
On/off/level control, integrated flip-up music rest in the lid, suitcase-style cabinet with carry handle 1960s/70s Italian vibe: gold fascia, cream case, and period hardware
Sounds exactly like you want a small electric harmonium to sound—see the demo"
video upload by riffers
via this Reverb listing
"Selmer Companion reed organ from the 60s. In tune and wonderfully “parlour-harmonium”: bright, reedy mids with a gentle breathiness on the attack, then a steady, organ-like sustain from the blower. The chord buttons give an instant drone bed with that slightly nasal, woody timbre that cuts through without ever getting harsh. Think small chapel/folk harmonium vibes—perfect for drones, hymnal pads, psych-folk textures, lo-fi soundtrack cues, and vintage pop hooks. Hear it in the demo (skip to last photo). Typical vintage tuning and keybed feel; expect minor variance vs modern concert pitch.
Features
Classic electric reed organ with compact keyboard and built-in blower/speaker
Left-hand chord section: Major & Minor buttons (C, G, D, A, F, B♭) for instant accompaniment
On/off/level control, integrated flip-up music rest in the lid, suitcase-style cabinet with carry handle 1960s/70s Italian vibe: gold fascia, cream case, and period hardware
Sounds exactly like you want a small electric harmonium to sound—see the demo"
c.1971 CRB Elettronica Tanzanite (aka. Diamond) Synthesiser Organ
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video upload by riffers
See another model here.
via this Reverb listing
"Serial Nº 21196
Italian-made CRB “Diamond” Cavendish Combo 30 in remarkable condition for its age. Classic combo-organ tones plus a built-in “mini-band” (bass + drums) make it a fun, self-contained writing and performance machine. Built in Ancona under CRB’s Diamond/Cavendish line.
Organ section: Flutes, Clarinets, Reeds, Strings
Presets: Piano, Spinet, Harpsichord
Effects: Sustain and Vibrato (both sound great)
Mini-band (auto-accompaniment)
Drum patterns: Waltz, March, Tango, Bossa Nova, Samba, Slow Rock, Boogie, Disco — all with variable tempo/volume; very much in the vein of early CR-series drum machines.
Bass accompaniment with automatic chords, Free 1-Finger, Memory, and chord quality switching (Major default; Minor/7th via yellow/green buttons).
External output, headphone out
Expression pedal input
Built-in speaker that’s quaint yet surprisingly punchy
UK mains power - we can include a step-up/step-down transformer on request so you can use it in your country without modification, just ask for details."
video upload by riffers
See another model here.
via this Reverb listing
"Serial Nº 21196Italian-made CRB “Diamond” Cavendish Combo 30 in remarkable condition for its age. Classic combo-organ tones plus a built-in “mini-band” (bass + drums) make it a fun, self-contained writing and performance machine. Built in Ancona under CRB’s Diamond/Cavendish line.
Organ section: Flutes, Clarinets, Reeds, Strings
Presets: Piano, Spinet, Harpsichord
Effects: Sustain and Vibrato (both sound great)
Mini-band (auto-accompaniment)
Drum patterns: Waltz, March, Tango, Bossa Nova, Samba, Slow Rock, Boogie, Disco — all with variable tempo/volume; very much in the vein of early CR-series drum machines.
Bass accompaniment with automatic chords, Free 1-Finger, Memory, and chord quality switching (Major default; Minor/7th via yellow/green buttons).
External output, headphone out
Expression pedal input
Built-in speaker that’s quaint yet surprisingly punchy
UK mains power - we can include a step-up/step-down transformer on request so you can use it in your country without modification, just ask for details."
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Roland D-05, Make Noise Strega & Ableton Mode | Ambient Drone
video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto
"Sequencer: Ableton Mode https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
Discover the Sacred Sounds of the Past: A Generative Sequencer Inspired by Medieval Chant
Immerse yourself in a groundbreaking tool designed for creators of ambient, experimental, contemporary music, IDM, and electronica. This Max for Live generative sequencer fuses historical depth with cutting-edge technology, offering a unique journey through time and sound. Historical Roots, Modern Expression
Developed over a year of intensive research, this device draws from a rich tapestry of medieval chant manuscripts and the intricate patterns of neume notation. Delve into the essence of the eight church modes, enriched with the proto-characteristics of Ionian and Aeolian modes foretelling the rise of major and minor tonalities. Infinite Melodic Possibilities
Let the sequencer generate melodies imbued with the organic flow and spiritual resonance of early music, now reimagined for contemporary creativity. Whether sculpting ethereal soundscapes or exploring experimental forms, this device breathes new life into your compositions.
Recording: Ambient Drone (Sample Pack) https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store..."
Friday, December 12, 2025
Casio FZ-1 – Installing the New OLED Display Kit
video upload by EMW Synthesizers
Addtional EMW Casio posts
"INFORMATION
The project works perfectly for normal use of the FZ-1, FZ-10M and FZ-20M. All menu screens, editing pages, sampling functions, parameters and general operation display correctly. Only a few fully graphical screens, such as Hand Drawing, Sin Synthesis and Graphic Envelope, may show minor pixel irregularities. This does not affect usability in any way; these functions continue to work normally and the issue is purely visual.
As I no longer have time to continue development, I do not plan to refine these small graphical details. Even so, the kit leaves the FZ fully usable, which is exactly what allowed me to bring my own FZ-1 and FZ-20M back to life and use them normally again.
FZ-1 Kit
For the FZ-1, we supply a complete kit, including:
A dedicated support with the logic board.
A second support with the new OLED display that fits perfectly into the original display mounting position.
Installation requires no soldering and no special skills. The kit uses the original FZ-1 mounting screws, and the entire installation can be completed in under 20 minutes.
Please watch the FZ-1 installation video on our YouTube channel for a full step-by-step demonstration.
FZ-10M and FZ-20M Kit
For the FZ-10M and FZ-20M, we supply a single integrated assembly including the support, logic board and display. This assembly fits perfectly into the original display location of the module.
Installation is very simple, requires no soldering, and typically takes around 15 minutes. The process is also demonstrated in the installation video available on our YouTube channel.
Pricing and Ordering
The price for the kit (logic board, display, supports and cables) is US$249.00 + shipping.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
The SpaceBass Polyphonic Guitar Shaped Synthesizer
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video upload by TronixSynth
"24 touch sensors. Polyphonic. Play in any key and octave. Includes FM synthesis, PWM, Ring Modulation, built-in effects and filters.
Can operate with 9V Battery or 9V power adapter.
*For Sale On Ebay"
via this eBay listing


"SpaceBass - Professional Polyphonic Touch Synthesizer
Handcrafted Electronic Musical Instrument by TronixSynth.com
Unique capacitive touch-controlled synthesizer with professional sound quality and studio-ready features.
---
KEY FEATURES:
Dual Touch Controller System:
- 24 capacitive touch pads
- Full synthesis with effects processing
- Bass PWM engine with punchy, clean output
- Guitar-style layout for intuitive playing
- Polyphonic - play multiple notes simultaneously
Four Synthesis Engines:
1. Analog Synthesis - Classic subtractive with three oscillators
2. FM Synthesis - Frequency modulation with adjustable ratio and index
3. PWM Synthesis - Dual pulse-width modulation with dynamic sweeping
4. Ring Modulation - Metallic, bell-like tones with carrier and modulator control
Professional Effects Suite:
- Reverb with room size, damping, and mix controls
- Chorus with adjustable rate and depth
- Flanger with feedback and mix parameters
- Dynamic filtering for expressive sound shaping
Musical Features:
- 7 musical scales: Major, Natural Minor, Dorian, Mixolydian, Lydian, Pentatonic Major, Pentatonic Minor
- Key transposition (+/- 11 semitones)
- Octave shifting
- Portamento/glide with adjustable time
- Detuning for thick, chorused sounds
- LFO modulation with rate and depth control
Sound Design Controls:
- ADSR envelope (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release)
- Ladder filter with cutoff and resonance
- Multiple waveforms: Sine, Sawtooth, Square, Triangle, Pulse
- Independent sub-oscillator with level control
- Master volume control
Interface:
- 20x4 LCD display with clear parameter feedback
- Rotary encoder for parameter adjustment
- 8 preset slots with save/load functionality
- Visual feedback with progress bars and real-time values
Audio Outputs:
- Studio-quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio
- 1/4" Audio Output Jack
---
SAVE SETTINGS:
- Audio Memory: Optimized for low-latency performance
- Display: I2C LCD 20x4 characters with backlight
---
PERFECT FOR:
- Electronic music producers and performers
- Bass players looking for unique synthesized tones
- Experimental musicians and sound designers
- Modular synth enthusiasts
- Studio production and live performance
- Chip music and retro-electronic artists
- Synthesizer collectors
---
ABOUT THE BUILDER:
Created by Tony of TronxSynth.com, inventor of the AxeSynth (2004) and numerous experimental instruments including the Space*Synth, Lunar Module, and Sonic DrumAxe. Instruments have been used by professional bands including Mutemath and Velva. Each unit is handcrafted with precision and attention to detail, combining craftsmanship with innovative musical design.
---
SOUND CHARACTER:
The SpaceBass excels at punchy bass tones, atmospheric pads, evolving textures, and experimental soundscapes.
*The fretboard is split into 2 sections, called Controller A & Controller B. Controller B provides immediate, unprocessed bass attack perfect for rhythmic playing, while Controller A offers lush, effect-laden sounds ideal for melodic content. The combination creates a powerful performance instrument with incredible sonic range."
video upload by TronixSynth
"24 touch sensors. Polyphonic. Play in any key and octave. Includes FM synthesis, PWM, Ring Modulation, built-in effects and filters.
Can operate with 9V Battery or 9V power adapter.
*For Sale On Ebay"
via this eBay listing


"SpaceBass - Professional Polyphonic Touch SynthesizerHandcrafted Electronic Musical Instrument by TronixSynth.com
Unique capacitive touch-controlled synthesizer with professional sound quality and studio-ready features.
---
KEY FEATURES:
Dual Touch Controller System:
- 24 capacitive touch pads
- Full synthesis with effects processing
- Bass PWM engine with punchy, clean output
- Guitar-style layout for intuitive playing
- Polyphonic - play multiple notes simultaneously
Four Synthesis Engines:
1. Analog Synthesis - Classic subtractive with three oscillators
2. FM Synthesis - Frequency modulation with adjustable ratio and index
3. PWM Synthesis - Dual pulse-width modulation with dynamic sweeping
4. Ring Modulation - Metallic, bell-like tones with carrier and modulator control
Professional Effects Suite:
- Reverb with room size, damping, and mix controls
- Chorus with adjustable rate and depth
- Flanger with feedback and mix parameters
- Dynamic filtering for expressive sound shaping
Musical Features:
- 7 musical scales: Major, Natural Minor, Dorian, Mixolydian, Lydian, Pentatonic Major, Pentatonic Minor
- Key transposition (+/- 11 semitones)
- Octave shifting
- Portamento/glide with adjustable time
- Detuning for thick, chorused sounds
- LFO modulation with rate and depth control
Sound Design Controls:
- ADSR envelope (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release)
- Ladder filter with cutoff and resonance
- Multiple waveforms: Sine, Sawtooth, Square, Triangle, Pulse
- Independent sub-oscillator with level control
- Master volume control
Interface:
- 20x4 LCD display with clear parameter feedback
- Rotary encoder for parameter adjustment
- 8 preset slots with save/load functionality
- Visual feedback with progress bars and real-time values
Audio Outputs:
- Studio-quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio
- 1/4" Audio Output Jack
---
SAVE SETTINGS:
- Audio Memory: Optimized for low-latency performance
- Display: I2C LCD 20x4 characters with backlight
---
PERFECT FOR:
- Electronic music producers and performers
- Bass players looking for unique synthesized tones
- Experimental musicians and sound designers
- Modular synth enthusiasts
- Studio production and live performance
- Chip music and retro-electronic artists
- Synthesizer collectors
---
ABOUT THE BUILDER:
Created by Tony of TronxSynth.com, inventor of the AxeSynth (2004) and numerous experimental instruments including the Space*Synth, Lunar Module, and Sonic DrumAxe. Instruments have been used by professional bands including Mutemath and Velva. Each unit is handcrafted with precision and attention to detail, combining craftsmanship with innovative musical design.
---
SOUND CHARACTER:
The SpaceBass excels at punchy bass tones, atmospheric pads, evolving textures, and experimental soundscapes.
*The fretboard is split into 2 sections, called Controller A & Controller B. Controller B provides immediate, unprocessed bass attack perfect for rhythmic playing, while Controller A offers lush, effect-laden sounds ideal for melodic content. The combination creates a powerful performance instrument with incredible sonic range."
Tuesday, December 09, 2025
1974 EMS SYNTHI 100 Up For Sale
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via this Reverb listing
"Up for sale is an original 1974 EMS Synthi 100 Synthesizer. I am the second owner of this amazing instrument. It is in incredible condition for an item of its age and size. Very few of these were produced in the early 1970s and most of them were sold to institutions, private studios and musicians - these almost never turn up for sale on the open market.
This particular Synthi 100 was one of the last produced by EMS (London) and has all of the standard factory updates including newer scope, sequencer memory display and patchable multimeter. below is a list of what is included with the auction:
via this Reverb listing
"Up for sale is an original 1974 EMS Synthi 100 Synthesizer. I am the second owner of this amazing instrument. It is in incredible condition for an item of its age and size. Very few of these were produced in the early 1970s and most of them were sold to institutions, private studios and musicians - these almost never turn up for sale on the open market.
This particular Synthi 100 was one of the last produced by EMS (London) and has all of the standard factory updates including newer scope, sequencer memory display and patchable multimeter. below is a list of what is included with the auction:
Thursday, December 04, 2025
Xfer Serum 2: Dark Rhythmic Presets. Arps, Pads, Basses Demo
video upload by Anton Anru
"❄️ Alchemy Of Glacial Rhythms is a bank of 50 rhythmic presets for Xfer Serum 2, inspired by the north and its cold winters, which are accompanied by a special dark magic. The core idea of the bank was to create rhythmic, atmospheric, and "cold" sounds that evoke a certain magic. The result was brutal yet ethereal arps, growling basslines, magic pads, cold noisy synths, and mystical textures.
📦 Get these patches: https://antonanru.sellfy.store/p/seru...
The bank includes 50 Presets: 10 arps, 10 basses, 10 pads, 10 synths, 10 textures.
👤 The author of the soundset is skendi (Arseniy Pushkov).
🔮 The soundset spans a wide range of tones, from warm, deep and atmospheric textures to clean, punchy, bright and airy timbres. The sounds include different combinations of oscillators in different modes, such as wavetable, FM, granular and spectral as well as different types of reverbs, delays, distortions, filters, and modulations.
Presets are suitable for genres such as ambient, cinematic, IDM, experimental, techno, breakbeat, jungle and many others.
🎛 Macros can change tone, stereo width, modulation depth and rate, noise level, distortion, detuning, space/echo/reverb, effects mix, envelope parameters, and others.
You may control them via MIDI controller, use them for automation, or map the macros to your DAW modulators like LFO, Shaper, and others.
ModWheel adds expressiveness to the timbre.
❗️Compatible only with Serum 2. Not compatible with Serum 1.
Installation: Open the Serum menu and click 'Show Serum Presets Folder.' You will see folders containing different Serum content. Open the 'Presets' folder and place the new bank (folder) of presets there."
Monday, December 01, 2025
ARP AVATAR Synthesizer odyssey RESTORED only CV gate control
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via this eBay listing
Additional Tone Tweakers Listings
"Meticulously refurbished over approximately 22+ hours to be as good as it could possibly be, with a new set of modern faders that are way better than the originals and their copies, this unit is a real pleasure to play and is fully functional, with one exception - we disabled the guitar interface. This unit can still be controlled via CV and gate.
Why did we disable to guitar interface? This unit, like most, did not come to us with the guitar pickup and cable, so we weren't able to test it with a guitar. That said, the guitar interfaces are usually broken and beyond repair at this point. The manufacturer sealed the interface circuitry in epoxy, so if (and when) a component inside that black epoxied box goes bad, as they almost always do, they're impossible to open and repair by practical means. Also, even when the guitar interface is working, you'll need the pickup and cable, which have often disappeared over the decades. So, if you're looking for a unit that will work with your guitar, this one won't, and it's likely many others won't either, based on what we've seen - please search our listings to see if we have another in stock that does. This one contains the same synth engine as the ARP Odyssey Mk3 (with a couple very minor differences in the modulations) and can be controlled via a midi-to-cv converter or compatible vintage keyboard or sequencer. Be careful if you're considering buying one of these elsewhere - most sellers don't test them properly and don't know enough or care enough to identify and report problems, especially with the guitar section. Any avatar or odyssey that still has its original faders will almost definitely need them replaced, so consider that too. And then there are the ones that use the low quality copies of what were already low quality original faders. We already did this work, and it's expensive. Cost was around $300 for the new faders, plus additional parts, plus 22 hours of skilled labor, plus additional labor to route the sample and hold mixer output to modulate VCO2 and the filter for oscillator and filter FM as you'd have on an Odyssey (which is being performed as I type this so I don't know the total time yet)."
via this eBay listing
Additional Tone Tweakers Listings
"Meticulously refurbished over approximately 22+ hours to be as good as it could possibly be, with a new set of modern faders that are way better than the originals and their copies, this unit is a real pleasure to play and is fully functional, with one exception - we disabled the guitar interface. This unit can still be controlled via CV and gate.Why did we disable to guitar interface? This unit, like most, did not come to us with the guitar pickup and cable, so we weren't able to test it with a guitar. That said, the guitar interfaces are usually broken and beyond repair at this point. The manufacturer sealed the interface circuitry in epoxy, so if (and when) a component inside that black epoxied box goes bad, as they almost always do, they're impossible to open and repair by practical means. Also, even when the guitar interface is working, you'll need the pickup and cable, which have often disappeared over the decades. So, if you're looking for a unit that will work with your guitar, this one won't, and it's likely many others won't either, based on what we've seen - please search our listings to see if we have another in stock that does. This one contains the same synth engine as the ARP Odyssey Mk3 (with a couple very minor differences in the modulations) and can be controlled via a midi-to-cv converter or compatible vintage keyboard or sequencer. Be careful if you're considering buying one of these elsewhere - most sellers don't test them properly and don't know enough or care enough to identify and report problems, especially with the guitar section. Any avatar or odyssey that still has its original faders will almost definitely need them replaced, so consider that too. And then there are the ones that use the low quality copies of what were already low quality original faders. We already did this work, and it's expensive. Cost was around $300 for the new faders, plus additional parts, plus 22 hours of skilled labor, plus additional labor to route the sample and hold mixer output to modulate VCO2 and the filter for oscillator and filter FM as you'd have on an Odyssey (which is being performed as I type this so I don't know the total time yet)."
Thursday, November 27, 2025
Behringer Grind: 50 Dark Modular Patches+Patterns. Jam Demo
video upload by Anton Anru
"🧿 Encrypted Pulse is a collection of 50 patches for the semi-modular synthesizer Behringer Grind. The bank includes: 11 Basses, 12 Leads, 12 Plucks, and 15 Chords.
⚙️ The centerpiece of Grind is its multi-mode oscillator — a powerful and flexible sound source capable of generating a wide variety of tones. This collection was born from an exploration of that oscillator’s potential in combination with the synth’s other sections and the patchbay.
📦 Get these patches: https://antonanru.sellfy.store/p/grin...
🔮 In this collection, I aimed to create dark, noisy, gritty, and sometimes atonal presets suitable for genres such as techno, ambient, IDM, industrial, deep, house, progressive, downtempo, breaks, drum 'n' bass, and others.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Dave Smith Instruments Evolver Desktop Monophonic Synthesizer SN 03991
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via this Reverb listing
"Very unique rare synth with interesting effects. In excellent working condition. It just has a minor dimple on the display surface which doesn’t affect the led lights at all and there is a small scratch on the corner. Comes with original power supply."
via this Reverb listing
"Very unique rare synth with interesting effects. In excellent working condition. It just has a minor dimple on the display surface which doesn’t affect the led lights at all and there is a small scratch on the corner. Comes with original power supply."
Friday, November 14, 2025
Elmyra 2 firmware v2.4 – new features walkthrough
video upload by nyppy
"Get the update file here: https://neutral-labs.com/elmyra2
00:00 Intro
00:13 Improved sound quality
00:30 New delay
00:58 New and controllable reverb
01:43 Comb filter
02:18 Action confirmation
02:23 New multimode ladder filter
02:45 Oscillator hard sync
03:16 Voice stacking/tune follow
03:50 Diatonic and pentatonic scales
04:01 Quick octave switching
04:15 Knob motion recording
04:40 Super short envelopes
04:59 Quick mute
05:21 Outro jam"
The Queen of Industrial Grunge Got an Upgrade — Sophisticated Dirt!
video upload by Cinematic Laboratory
"#Elmyra2 v2.4 — What’s New and Improved Sound Engine
Higher sample rate and improved wavetable resolution → noticeably cleaner top end. New wavetables added. Overall mix saturation refined, with “soft” (122) now default. Knob value stability and tuning precision improved.
Filters
New comb filter (codes 3321/3322). RESO = damping, CUTOFF = delay time, with optional pitch tracking. Ladder filter reworked — now true multimode (LP/BP/HP) with higher quality. Ladder LP (331) is the new default filter. State-variable filter retains LP/BP/HP modes (341–343) but with improved gain staging, resonance, and cutoff ranges.
Delay & Reverb
Delay fully re-implemented → cleaner feedback, no lock-ups.
Added proper reverb engine controllable with delay knobs.
Code 441 = delay (default), 442 = new reverb, 4411 = legacy lo-fi reverb.
TIME = decay, FDBK = color, MIX = blend.
Dry/wet crossfade curve improved for smoother transitions.
Modulation
New MODP: oscillator hard-sync (orange LED, position 5).
MOD controls the synced oscillator pitch.
LFO1 knob-motion recording (code 2413) — record live movement of LFO rate. Sequencer output to LFO1 possible (243v).
Per-voice sequencer clock divider (11sv).
Digitally controlled envelopes in multiple short modes (221v → very short … 224v → disable). Detune MODP range expanded.
Scales & Chromatic Mode
New musical scales for chromatic mode: major, minor, major pentatonic, minor pentatonic (CHRM + 11–14). Scale selection now unified under the CHRM button. Knob-to-pitch mapping in chromatic mode is now linear and exact.
User Interface & Workflow
LED feedback overhaul — REC and PLAY flash to confirm code entry, sequence record, mute, and drone states. Quick mute/unmute voice (MODP + PG long press). Quick octave switch (MODP + double-tap PG).
Pink MODP LED at startup identifies firmware 2.4.
Touchpad LEDs more reliable during operation.
Drone and mute response feels snappier.
Under-the-hood Fixes
State-variable filter crash fixed (previously triggered by fast cutoff modulation).
Improved detune, filter, and delay behaviors under modulation load.
Sequencer timing more consistent with internal clock."
Friday, November 07, 2025
Roland MC-8 Interface SN 600003
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via this Vemia listing
Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.
Pics of the inside below.
"Extremely rare (as you can guess by the serial number 600003), and crucial to the working of the ground-breaking MC-8 sequencer. In very good physical condition, just a couple of minor marks. Untested, as no MC8 was available to attach it to. VEMIA can collect and pack: 9GBP.'
via this Vemia listing
Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.
Pics of the inside below.
"Extremely rare (as you can guess by the serial number 600003), and crucial to the working of the ground-breaking MC-8 sequencer. In very good physical condition, just a couple of minor marks. Untested, as no MC8 was available to attach it to. VEMIA can collect and pack: 9GBP.'
Roland System 700
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via this Vemia listing
Click the auction link on top when you get there for additional listings.
"This is a unique opportunity to buy a monster synth, that is also a piece of synth pop history. Two cabinets plus the original keyboard, all lids, interconnection cables and original manual included. The first cabinet is a Roland System-700 Lab is one of the rarest and most sought-after modular synthesizers ever built.
Introduced in 1976 as part of Roland’s legendary System-700 series, the Lab version was designed as a compact, self-contained modular laboratory for advanced sound design, research, and education — but with the same discrete analog circuitry, massive sound, and build quality as the full studio system.
This one was owned by Bill Vorn, keyboardist of the synth-pop band Rational Youth, used in the following albums dated 1981 to 1983 : Rational Youth, Saturdays in Silesia, City of Night and I want to see the light, as reported in the certification signed by Bill Vorn himself, provided in the item. The second one is another original SYS 700 one, connected and internally cabled to the main one by means of the original cable, with the super rare modules that you see in the picture: an additional, multimode filter, the great output module and… a professionally custom module with a perfect ARP 2600 VCF clone… plus other stuff.
All the best Sys 700 modules, featuring the iconic vintage Roland tone — warm and incredibly dynamic — and offers an extraordinary range of sonic possibilities thanks to its flexible patch architecture. Perfect for collectors, professional studios, or synth enthusiasts looking for a centerpiece instrument with historical and musical significance. The system sports a comprehensive modular architecture with 3 oscillators, 2 filters, 2 VCAs, 6 envelopes (!), mixer, phaser, spring reverb (HUGE) and …utilities.
Legendary System-700 sound — powerful basses, evolving textures, experimental tones. What to say more? Fully functional and in very good cosmetic condition with minor signs of use. You will never find another in such condition. Last call…"

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"This is a unique opportunity to buy a monster synth, that is also a piece of synth pop history. Two cabinets plus the original keyboard, all lids, interconnection cables and original manual included. The first cabinet is a Roland System-700 Lab is one of the rarest and most sought-after modular synthesizers ever built.
Introduced in 1976 as part of Roland’s legendary System-700 series, the Lab version was designed as a compact, self-contained modular laboratory for advanced sound design, research, and education — but with the same discrete analog circuitry, massive sound, and build quality as the full studio system.
This one was owned by Bill Vorn, keyboardist of the synth-pop band Rational Youth, used in the following albums dated 1981 to 1983 : Rational Youth, Saturdays in Silesia, City of Night and I want to see the light, as reported in the certification signed by Bill Vorn himself, provided in the item. The second one is another original SYS 700 one, connected and internally cabled to the main one by means of the original cable, with the super rare modules that you see in the picture: an additional, multimode filter, the great output module and… a professionally custom module with a perfect ARP 2600 VCF clone… plus other stuff.
All the best Sys 700 modules, featuring the iconic vintage Roland tone — warm and incredibly dynamic — and offers an extraordinary range of sonic possibilities thanks to its flexible patch architecture. Perfect for collectors, professional studios, or synth enthusiasts looking for a centerpiece instrument with historical and musical significance. The system sports a comprehensive modular architecture with 3 oscillators, 2 filters, 2 VCAs, 6 envelopes (!), mixer, phaser, spring reverb (HUGE) and …utilities.
Legendary System-700 sound — powerful basses, evolving textures, experimental tones. What to say more? Fully functional and in very good cosmetic condition with minor signs of use. You will never find another in such condition. Last call…"
Friday, October 31, 2025
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Korg Mono/Poly original (not perfect)
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"Pretty good condition considering how old it is - the endcheeks have the usual minor damage on the corners but the panel, knobs, keys etc are very good. It needs a litle work* to be 100%: it has probably about 4 duff keys (will need re-coating with the special compound you can get) otherwise works over CV, Internally from what I remember, it has a slight crack on the pcb which had been patched up and resoldered by the previous owner. Few noisy pots etc."
via this Vemia listing
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"Pretty good condition considering how old it is - the endcheeks have the usual minor damage on the corners but the panel, knobs, keys etc are very good. It needs a litle work* to be 100%: it has probably about 4 duff keys (will need re-coating with the special compound you can get) otherwise works over CV, Internally from what I remember, it has a slight crack on the pcb which had been patched up and resoldered by the previous owner. Few noisy pots etc."
Erik Norlander's Roland Rhodes MK80 Digital Electric Piano
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"The Rhodes MK-80 (released by Roland) is a late-era digital stage piano offering high-quality sampled Rhodes tones in a solid, weighted-key format. Designed in the mid-’80s with input from Harold Rhodes himself, it combines responsive feel with versatile electric piano voices and MIDI integration, making it ideal for studio and live use.
This unit is in excellent condition, with all functions working properly, and includes a rugged SKB flight case for protection and transport. The size and weight of this piano and case is rather imposing. A local pickup is highly recommended; Freight shipping may be arranged by the buyer (please contact us prior to purchase if you intend to have the item shipped). Note that freight shipping may end up rivaling the price of the unit itself!
Key Features:
76 weighted keys with velocity sensitivity
Sample-based electric piano sounds with adjustable EQ and dynamics
Onboard effects including tremolo, chorus and phaser
Full MIDI implementation for control and sequencing
Includes SKB hard flight case
Condition Notes:
Fully functional with no dead keys or display issues
Flight case included, in good condition
Clean cosmetic shape with only minor signs of use
While not a mechanical Rhodes, the MK-80 offers the feel and tonal characteristics of the classic instruments in a more portable, low-maintenance format. A solid studio option or roadworthy workhorse.
30% of proceeds benefit the Bob Moog Foundation."
video upload by moogfoundation
via this Reverb listing
"The Rhodes MK-80 (released by Roland) is a late-era digital stage piano offering high-quality sampled Rhodes tones in a solid, weighted-key format. Designed in the mid-’80s with input from Harold Rhodes himself, it combines responsive feel with versatile electric piano voices and MIDI integration, making it ideal for studio and live use.This unit is in excellent condition, with all functions working properly, and includes a rugged SKB flight case for protection and transport. The size and weight of this piano and case is rather imposing. A local pickup is highly recommended; Freight shipping may be arranged by the buyer (please contact us prior to purchase if you intend to have the item shipped). Note that freight shipping may end up rivaling the price of the unit itself!
Key Features:
76 weighted keys with velocity sensitivity
Sample-based electric piano sounds with adjustable EQ and dynamics
Onboard effects including tremolo, chorus and phaser
Full MIDI implementation for control and sequencing
Includes SKB hard flight case
Condition Notes:
Fully functional with no dead keys or display issues
Flight case included, in good condition
Clean cosmetic shape with only minor signs of use
While not a mechanical Rhodes, the MK-80 offers the feel and tonal characteristics of the classic instruments in a more portable, low-maintenance format. A solid studio option or roadworthy workhorse.
30% of proceeds benefit the Bob Moog Foundation."
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