PlantsSystem-ParallelPath

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"The sounds simply move forward, side by side.
Two lines that never meet, yet share the same direction.

Within the coldness of electronics,
a faint breath can sometimes be heard.
Then the sound becomes something more than sound.

Parallel Path —
a quiet affirmation of coexistence without convergence.

#renoise #plugdata #sakura"

PlantsSystem-Pulsar

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"'Pulsar' is a non-beat electronica piece.
Eliminating the framework of rhythm, it is constructed around the breathing and spatial movement of the sound itself. Subtle glitches, fluctuations created by granular synthesis, and delicate reverberation processing overlap to form a static yet internally pulsating acoustic body.

Permeating the entire work are flashes of sound that, despite having no set tempo, somehow feel periodic. These repetitions and intervals reconstruct 'time' in the listener's mind.

Acoustically, the center of gravity of the low frequencies is intentionally blurred, creating a floating spatial depth. High-frequency particles spread like countless points of light, enveloping the entire piece with gently shifting noise textures.
The result is an experience in which one is drawn in not by rhythm but by the 'gravity of sound.'

"Pulsar" is an attempt to rethink the structure of electronic music,
and also an acoustic experiment to visualize the quiet vibrations that lie between hearing and our sense of time. #pulsar #prophet5 #tardigrain"

PlantsSystem-Ignition

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""Ignition" PlantsSystem latest track, 'Ignition,' is a purely electronic sound created entirely on the tracker-based DAW Renoise. The soundscape born from this stoic production environment weaves together precise rhythms and three-dimensional textures, creating a simple yet deeply immersive experience.
The refined sound sequences in 'Ignition' will transport listeners into unexplored sonic territory. Dive in and experience it for yourself.
#renoise #waveform #generator"

PlantsSystem-MobileHome+

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"Still Life In Mobile Homes (PlantsSystem ReEdit)
Originally 'Still Life In Mobile Homes' by UK band JAPAN, PlantsSystem has re-edited this delicate, introspective track with a unique interpretation, giving it a new texture.

This album was produced and mastered entirely using the tracker-type DAW 'Renoise' resulting in a sound born from a thoroughly minimalist environment.

The album is imbued with deep respect for Steve Nye, the engineer behind JAPAN classic album 'Tin Drum' and his influence is evident in the meticulous sonic balance and atmospheric feel.

While retaining the tension and space of the original, the album is reinterpreted with the crisp clarity and spaciousness that only digital can provide. This classic song takes on a new face.
#renoise #japan"

PlantsSystem-HyperGlitchMix

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"PlantsSystem latest track, 'HyperGlitchMix' is an experimental piece that breaks down sound into pieces and then reconstructs the fragmented sound particles in a new order. The rhythm breaks down into fragments before recombining, and electronic noise and distorted effects fly around unpredictably. This futuristic and aggressive glitch soundscape gives the impression of a new musical organism being born from the remains of data. The intricate structural beauty that emerges from the chaos is a sound art unique to PlantsSystem.
#hyperglitch #plugdata"

Akai Professional MPC-2000 x BlueSCSI

This one is in via supporting member, PlantsSystem:

"Akai Professional MPC-2000 x BlueSCSI

A modern upgrade that expands the possibilities of the classic MPC

The Akai Professional MPC-2000 is a representative sampler/sequencer of the 1990s, still beloved by many beatmakers today. BlueSCSI delivers a modern storage environment while retaining its robust operation and groove.

BlueSCSI emulates traditional SCSI hard disks and ZIP drives, allowing data to be handled using SD cards. By installing it internally or externally in the MPC-2000, you can enjoy the following benefits:

Stable storage environment: Safely and easily manage data using SD cards instead of HDDs and ZIP media, which are prone to failure.

High-speed access: Smooth sample loading and project saving.

Flexible operation: Easily exchange samples between your PC and SD cards.

Maintaining a classic operation feel: Enjoy a comfortable production environment without affecting the original workflow or sound quality.

With the introduction of BlueSCSI, the MPC-2000 is no longer just a vintage piece of equipment, but is now a ready-to-use tool in modern production environments. It's the perfect solution for those who want to maximize the appeal of the classic MPC while updating it for reliability and convenience."

PlantsSystem-PRA32-U Editor

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"I created a definition file for the digital synthesizer 'PRA32-U' by ISGK Instruments for the Renoise scripting tool Guru.
All sound parameters of this synth can be controlled by MIDI Control Change (CC) messages, so the mapping was very smooth. By simply associating each parameter according to the CC number, you can intuitively create sounds in real time in Guru.

This allows you to use the PRA32-U in Renoise just like a software synth, making the fusion of trackers and hardware synths even more comfortable.

It looks like it will be useful for live performances and improvisational sound design."

Also see PlantsSystem-PRA32-U

PlantsSystem-PRA32-U

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"Build your own digital synth with PRA32-U × Raspberry Pi Pico!

ISGK Instruments' PRA32-U is a digital synthesizer that uses Raspberry Pi Pico.
The Pico and various circuits can be arranged smartly, making prototyping and modification a lot of fun, and allowing you to quickly put your ideas into shape.
This time I put together everything from MIDI input to sound generation and output, and it was extremely easy to use as the foundation for a homemade synth, and it was a very fun experience to build it."

https://risgk.github.io

Overview

4 Voice Polyphonic/Paraphonic Synthesizer for Raspberry Pi Pico 2/RP2350

Built-in Chorus and Delay FX

Controlled by MIDI -- PRA32-U2 is a MIDI sound module

Having the function of writing the parameters to the user programs and the flash

Modifiable with Arduino IDE and Arduino-Pico (by Earle F. Philhower, III)

An I2S DAC hardware (e.g. Pimoroni Pico Audio Pack) is required

PWM Audio can also be used instead of I2S (PWM Audio does not require an I2S DAC hardware)

Prebuilt UF2 files ("bin")

"Digital-Synth-PRA32-U2-Pimoroni-Pico-Audio-Pack.uf2" is for Raspberry Pi Pico and Pimoroni Pico Audio Pack

"Digital-Synth-PRA32-U2-PWM-Audio.uf2" is for Raspberry Pi Pico and PWM Audio

Bottom pic with control panel.


Demos by the maker Ryo Ishigaki:

MIDI Controller PRMC-1 (type-0) Demo (2025/04/13)

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Digital Synth PRA32-U with Panel Prototype 2 Audio Demo (2024/09/11 v2.5.1)

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PlantsSystem-AtmosphericLayer

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"PlantsSystem 'Atmospheric Layer' is a song that, as the name suggests, is like a journey through the atmosphere of sound. The constructed soundscape combines a sense of floating and depth by layering the pads of the Sunriser synthesizer. A delicate and expansive sound image is developed, as if layers of clouds were overlapping in a hazy sky.

Breakbeats are used for the backbeat. In contrast to the floating feeling of the pads, the beat has a grounded propulsive force, drawing the listener into the flow of the sound. The discreetly mixed 7th chord gives the song a subtle melancholy and color change, adding shade to the listening experience."

PlantsSystem-HirajoshiModulator

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"PlantsSystem latest work, 'Hirajoshi Modulator' is a refined experimental piece built using Renoise phrase scripting engine. In a composition inspired by the classical chord scale 'Hirajoshi' the abstract tones produced by the SEQUENTIAL Prophet-5 continue to transform with meticulously controlled patterns. The series of sounds woven by the machine and the senses go back and forth between tranquility and tension, penetrating deeply into the listener's consciousness. It is systematic, yet somehow poetic. It is a work that vividly depicts the artist's pursuit of the possibilities of sound."

PlantsSystem-CircuitKoto

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"'CircuitKoto' from PlantsSystem.
The delicate and clear tone of the instrument is simulated using the analog synthesizer Prophet-5. The unique resonance of the koto, such as the attack and decay of the sound and slight pitch fluctuations, is expressed using electronic sounds.
We hope you will experience the sound that lies at the crossroads of tradition and modernity, acoustic and analog. #prophet5 #polyseq #koto"

PlantsSystem-AfterAPlans

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"PlantsSystem 'AfterAPlans' is memories of the sound that are inserted fragmentarily between songs. Fragments of YMO are inserted like illusions into the beats that were meticulously constructed with Renoise. They are not direct quotes, but rather vague reverberations that are like distant, hazy memories. They pass in an instant, but are burned into your mind as vivid flashbacks. It's as if the future of the 80s is being reconstructed with current technology.
The beat is minimal yet meticulously calculated, and while it has the structure of club music, it has a poetic and introspective sound. The sonic story that depicts what happens after 'Plan' quietly accumulates inside the listener. #renoise"

PlantsSystem-Diminish

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"Precise and organic. PlantsSystem latest track, 'Diminish' is an ambitious work that uses the rough texture of analog equipment from the 70s and 80s to create a futuristic sound image.

The dry and sharp rhythm of the BOSS Dr.55 is impressive for its inorganic hardness while maintaining the precision of a metronome. Layered on top of that is the swell and spread of the sound of the Sequential Prophet-5. The filter changes and modulation movements create gentle ripples in the space. And the Yamaha CS-10 gives the low range a strong outline, firmly supporting the whole.

'Diminish' is not just a retro nostalgia hobby. It combines the rawness of analog equipment with modern architectural beauty to present a soundscape that transcends the time axis. The noise and fluctuations that suddenly appear in the meticulous construction are like the sound of a plant growing picked up by a microphone. As befits the name PlantsSystem, this is a musical experience that shakes up the boundaries between artificial and natural. #dr55 #prophet5 #cs10"

PlantsSystem-ShatterProof

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"PlantsSystem presents ShatterProof, a meticulously crafted piece produced entirely using the tracker software Renoise. Built with an acute attention to structure and texture, the track subtly nods to YMO while reinterpreting that legacy through a distinctly contemporary lens.

From its quiet opening to an increasingly intricate development, the composition draws the listener inward, inviting close attention to the placement and movement of each sound. Beneath the precision of its programming lies a refined sense of aesthetic and tension—hallmarks of PlantsSystem’s quietly compelling sonic identity.
#renoise #ymo"

PlantsSystem-AD-X

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"'AD-X' by PlantsSystem is a sonic work that weaves together analog pulse tones from the Prophet-5 and meticulously arranged noise through the tracker-based DAW Renoise. Eschewing a traditional beat, the piece constructs a weightless soundscape where pulsing electronics and finely textured noise engage in subtle dialogue. It's a quiet yet tense composition that rewards close listening, revealing delicate, experimental layers of sound.
#prophet5 #renoise'

PlantsSystem-MemoryScan

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"Certain voices of the Prophet-5 five-voice polyphony begin to distort unnaturally. The chords are broken down, yet maintain an unstable equilibrium that still retains musical meaning. What becomes clear here is that this glitch is not just noise, but a structure that complements what the Prophet-5 itself could not say.

The sequence is interrupted, and the notes are missing. But these imperfections resonate as fragments of future possibilities. The noise is not a 'foreign object,' but resonates with analog harmonics, bringing to light the contours of broken memories.

The way the glitch noise gradually swallows the sound, with a faint trail of reverberation, is more like a memory sinking to the bottom of deep water than the end of music. The pads lose resolution, the arpeggios freeze at the end of the loop, and all that remains in the end is the faint reverberation of analog noise.

Glitch is not destruction, but a new language that allows the Prophet-5 to continue speaking beyond the break of time.

In this work, 'not sounding right' is not a failure, but another form of musical perfection. 'MemoryScan' is one of the few works in which the memory of the Prophet-5 and the poetics of noise are in perfect harmony."

PlantsSystem-NightSignal

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"NightSignal by PlantsSystem is a poetic electro track that combines the precise programming of Renoise with the warm analog sound of the Prophet-5. The precise rhythm and floating synths create a tranquil atmosphere reminiscent of a city at night.

The minimalist yet deep sound image is suitable for both listening. The sophisticated composition and unique aesthetics make this a typical PlantsSystem track."

PlantsSystem-TalkBack OpenSourceModularSynthesizer "SurgeXT"

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"SurgeXT offers a wide range of synthesis techniques in a single engine, including traditional subtractive synthesis, FM, wavetable, linear phase distortion, and waveshaping.

Each voice has three oscillators, each with up to 12 oscillator models. Independent tuning and unison capabilities allow for extremely versatile sound creation.

The filter section has multiple modes, including digital, analog modeling, combo, and feedback, and offers over 12 filter algorithms to choose from. In addition, 24 modulation sources and up to 171 modulation targets allow for highly dynamic control over sonic transformations.

Over 30 built-in effects are available, with flexible parallel/series connections and multiple slot routing. VST3/AU/LV2 compatibility and native operation on Linux, Windows, and macOS.

SurgeXT is more than just a free synth; it has specifications that meet the needs of professional production environments."

PlantsSystem-Faithful emulation of the Ensoniq SQ-80 - VST instrument "SQ8L"

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"This video focuses on the sound and functions of the VST plug-in 'SQ8L' (developed by Siegfried Kullmann), which faithfully reproduces the sound source architecture of the hybrid digital synthesizer 'Ensoniq SQ-80' that was released in 1987, and examines it from various angles, from preset playback to sound creation.

The SQ-80 is known for its unique sound character that combines lo-fi digital waveforms (8-bit single-cycle waveforms) with analog CEM filters, and has been used in a variety of genres such as synthwave, industrial, and film music. "SQ8L" reproduces this digital waveform ROM, envelope, LFO, and multi-timbral functions with high precision, allowing you to re-experience the charm of the old SQ series in a modern DAW environment.

This demo uses PlayOnLinux on WattOS, a lightweight Linux distribution, to wrap Windows VST plug-ins with MiniHost Modular and run them. It also works stably under Wine, and is a useful example of VST operation in a Linux environment.

Experience the charm of an 80's hybrid synth, where the roughness of digital and the warmth of analog intersect."

Dr T's "M" Midi Music Software for the Atari ST Brochure / Ad

This one is in via plantssystem.

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See see this previous post for some additional info on the software including a demo. You can find additional demos in previous videos by plantssystem featured here on MATRIXSYNTH.