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Saturday, June 14, 2025
Dark & Long (Dark Train)/Underworld - Circuit Tracks Version.
video upload by Guinan
"Best known for being featured in the movie Danny Boyle movie ‘Trainspotting’ this track was first released in 1994 by the band, Underworld. It featured also in the 2012 opening ceremony of the London Olympics (which was also directed by Danny Boyle). Prior to this my wife was only slightly aware of the band, but this song (and others featured) made her an instant fan! The album it is featured on (‘Isles Of Wonder’) is her favourite and is played in our house, in her car, on her phone whenever and wherever she has a chance so this is dedicated to her. Love xx
I was inspired to do this version after PinkPantheress’s new track inspired by this song. I’ve done a version of her track too and you can find it here; [Illegal/PinkPantheress video below]
Everything you hear is programmed into, played and produced by the Circuit Tracks. No extra synths or effects were used and the audio is a straight recording from the stereo out. There are a couple of samples being played (see below) to fill out the track and some very dodgy singing of the repeated refrain ‘Dark Train’ by yours truly.
More details for synth nerds:
This was fun to do and having polished this a bit more I would like to go back and redo the PinkPantheress track….if anyone would like to see an Underworld/Pink Pantheress mashup remix (‘Illegal’ in the style of ‘Dark Train’) leave a comment below and I’ll happily oblige ;)
The sounds on this were self-created exclusively for this track. The drum samples used were my go-to 909 and 707 samples from Yves Big City’s ‘90’s House Dream’ pack. I addition I created a looped chord for the choir sound (I used Arturia’s Emulator softsynth) and I merged this chord with edited filtered sections of my voice to produce the repeated ‘Dark Train’ section.
The track layout was as follows,
Tempo 136 BPM
Synth 1 – Bass Organ patch
Synth 2 – Main synth stab/pad sound (I used a wavetable wave, ‘Tri-Saw Blend’, detuned it and added tons of reverb)
Drum 1 – 909 bass drum and rim sounds (no reverb)
Drum 2 – 909 & 707 Hihat (closed and open and some ride)
Drum 3 – 909 Claps
Drum 4 – Arturia Emulator softsynth Choir chord loop (4 bars) and merged choir/”Dark Train’ vocals all loaded onto drum pads and played as if drum sequences.
Illegal/PinkPantheress - Circuit Tracks Version
video upload by Guinan
"This week's track is so new the paint is still fresh! ‘Illegal’ by PinkPantheress. This hyperpop spin on modern UK Garage just shows how dance music evolves and constantly changes.
If you don’t know the track yet see the original here;"
PinkPantheress - Illegal (Official Video)
video upload by Pinkpantheress
Thursday, March 20, 2025
How to Set-up and Use Motion Recorder on Roto-Control MIDI Controller with Elektron Syntakt
video upload by Melbourne Instruments
"Roto-Control is a motorized MIDI controller for software and hardware. Roto-Control can extend the creative capabilities of synths, drum machines and any compatible MIDI hardware or software in MIDI Mode. In this video we show you how to set-up and pair Roto-Control (in MIDI Mode) with an Elektron Syntakt, and how to use the Motion Recorder as a performance enhancing tool. We show how easy it is for Roto-Control to MIDI learn and map 8 mutes and 8 different parameters from the Syntakt to Roto-Control's buttons and knobs. This method can be applied when using Roto-Control with other Elektron devices.
馃帥️ Here are key steps to setting up both devices:
1. Connect Roto-Control MIDI Out to Syntakt MIDI In, and Roto-Control MIDI In to Syntakt MIDI Out, via 2 different MIDI cables.
2. Choose MIDI Mode on the Roto-Control.
3. Check Syntakt settings page and sub menus:
• Settings - MIDI Config - Port Config - Encoder Dest INT + EXT
• Settings - MIDI Config - Port Config - Receive CC/NRPN
• Settings - MIDI Config - Sync - Clock Send and Transport Send
4. Map Syntakt parameters to Roto-Control buttons and knobs:
• Press LEARN on the Roto-Control and select the knob or button want to assign. The LEARN button will flash and the MENU window will display what knob or button you have selected.
• On the Syntakt move or press the button you want to control. Roto-Control's display will immediately display the MIDI channel and MIDI CC.
• Press LEARN to confirm and exit.
The default labels on Roto-Control will display the MIDI channel and CC value as "CH:xx/CC:xx". Further customization of controls can be done with the Roto-Setup App - change labels and colors that reflect parameters on the Syntakt.
馃枼️ Download the Roto-Control Syntakt MIDI Setup used in this video here, import it and try it with your Roto-Control: https://tinyurl.com/483cbnbx
Motion Recorder:
Check the Motion Recorder settings on the Roto-Control. We want to synchronize the Motion Recorder and playback from the Syntakt as the the master clock. In MIDI Mode, press FUNC and select MIDI EXT CLK for external clock. Also select Motion Recorder length on the same page, in this video we are using 64 steps. Press FUNC to confirm and exit.
⚡️HOT TIP: On the Roto-Control or the Roto-Setup App change the minimum and maximum values via the MIN VALUE and MAX VALUE for the button mutes. MIN Value = 0 and MAX Value = 1, this will ensure fast bidirectional muting between the Roto-Control and the Syntakt.
Roto-Control is a motorized MIDI controller for software and hardware. Roto-Control brings Melbourne Instruments' motorized technology to a MIDI controller in a powerful, portable, affordable tool for studio and live applications.
Unlike anything seen before, rethink software and hardware interactions via fully assignable motorized touch-sensitive knobs, user definable haptics for detailed control, high-res screens providing easy-to-read labels for every control, and internal memory with storage for thousands of assignments. Powerful, compact, and portable, Roto-Control features three main modes of operation: MIX, PLUGIN and MIDI with Motion Recorder."
Monday, August 12, 2024
Custom Chrome Roland TR-808 w/ Decksaver Lid
Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
via this listing
This one is in via M Me.
From the listing:

"Roland TR-808 Classic 80's Analogue Drum Machine W/ Custom Faceplate - 240V
The TR-808 is arguably the greatest drum machine of all time.
This classic beast uses analogue synthesis to create its sounds and eventually become the signature beatbox used in most R&B and hip-hop as well as a lot of dance and techno music. Booming bass kicks, crispy snares and a distinctive cowbell sound made famous in the 1980's are all part of the 808 and its famous sound!
Its 16 drum sounds include the famous boomy 808 kick, snare, low/mid/high toms, low/mid/high congas, rimshot, claves, hand clap, maracas, cowbell, cymbal, open hi-hat, closed hi-hat and accent. Most of the sounds can be edited. Bass Drum and Cymbal (tone, decay), Snare (tone, snappy), Toms and Congas (tuning), Open Hat (decay). All sounds have individual volume controls and individual outputs.
Its unique sound and analogue allure has allowed it to find a long-lasting home in many forms of music. Ultimately, the 808 has become one of the more important and famous drum machines in the history of music.
Notable users of the 808 are Aphex Twin, 808 State, Kevin Parker, Daft Punk, The Prodigy, Faithless, Jimi Tenor, Dr. Dre, Jimmy Edgar, Freddy Fresh, Richie Hawtin, Kraftwerk, Jean Michel Jarre, Marvin Gaye, Luke Vibert, LL Cool J, Ice Cube, the Beastie Boys, Nick Rhodes, Puff Daddy, Prince, Kanye West, Jamie XX, Moby, Herbie Hancock, Air, RZA, Liam Howlett and too many more!
This particular 808 has a custom chrome look faceplate which gives us sort of Egyptian Lover vibes (Have you seen his custom units?). This may make it difficult to use for those unfamiliar with the machine. However, we're sure you'd be able to work it out!"
via this listing
This one is in via M Me.
From the listing:


The TR-808 is arguably the greatest drum machine of all time.
This classic beast uses analogue synthesis to create its sounds and eventually become the signature beatbox used in most R&B and hip-hop as well as a lot of dance and techno music. Booming bass kicks, crispy snares and a distinctive cowbell sound made famous in the 1980's are all part of the 808 and its famous sound!
Its 16 drum sounds include the famous boomy 808 kick, snare, low/mid/high toms, low/mid/high congas, rimshot, claves, hand clap, maracas, cowbell, cymbal, open hi-hat, closed hi-hat and accent. Most of the sounds can be edited. Bass Drum and Cymbal (tone, decay), Snare (tone, snappy), Toms and Congas (tuning), Open Hat (decay). All sounds have individual volume controls and individual outputs.
Its unique sound and analogue allure has allowed it to find a long-lasting home in many forms of music. Ultimately, the 808 has become one of the more important and famous drum machines in the history of music.
Notable users of the 808 are Aphex Twin, 808 State, Kevin Parker, Daft Punk, The Prodigy, Faithless, Jimi Tenor, Dr. Dre, Jimmy Edgar, Freddy Fresh, Richie Hawtin, Kraftwerk, Jean Michel Jarre, Marvin Gaye, Luke Vibert, LL Cool J, Ice Cube, the Beastie Boys, Nick Rhodes, Puff Daddy, Prince, Kanye West, Jamie XX, Moby, Herbie Hancock, Air, RZA, Liam Howlett and too many more!
This particular 808 has a custom chrome look faceplate which gives us sort of Egyptian Lover vibes (Have you seen his custom units?). This may make it difficult to use for those unfamiliar with the machine. However, we're sure you'd be able to work it out!"
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
UDO Super Gemini First Impressions
video upload by Airhaert
"My first impressions with this synth / sonic mothership in the studio!
INSPIRED BY THE SUPER GEMINI , HOLLY COW THIS IS MY SYNTH! Borrowed for only 1 day and... wow! O.O
I AM GEMINI! X.X Therefore I feel extra connection to it. Dreaming for this synth now.
Not sponsored, only flowing."
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
TubeOhm Jeannie DIY Synthesizer New Firmware V 3.xx.xxx
video upload by Andre' Laska
"Sound examples of the DIY synthesiser Jeannie with the new firmware V 3.xx.xxx
You already know Jeannie from previous videos. New is now the firmware version V 3.xx.xxx . for Jeannie
This includes various new oscillator models, e.g. from Braids , Shruthi / Phoenix and Ambika ."
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
How the blofeld synthesizer sounds via midi Yamaha QY100 sequencer
video upload by dj xx official
"Discover the unique sound of the Blofeld synthesizer when used with the Yamaha QY100 sequencer via midi. In this video, we'll showcase the amazing capabilities of these two devices and how they work together to create incredible music. Whether you're a music producer or just a fan of synthesizers, you won't want to miss this demonstration!"
Saturday, May 13, 2023
The Buchla Techno
video upload by Giorgio Sancristoforo
"All made with the original 1967 SFTMC Buchla 100 of Ernst Krenek
No other instruments or samples.
Recoded at Salon Krenek - Ernst Krenek Institut,
Krems an der Donau, Austria
Special thanks to Alethea Dawn Neubauer, Martina Pr枚ll and Clemens Zoidl"
See the full series in three posts here.
Additional details on the series from Giorgio Sancristoforo:
"I’m very happy to share my works at the prestigious Ernst Krenek Institut where I had the chance to play for four days and nights an original 1967 SFTMC Buchla 100 once owned by the Austrian Composer Ernst Krenek and now exhibited at his museum in Krems an der Donau Austria.
Krenek has been one of the most prolific composers of the XX Century, he has written pieces for theatre ballet opera symphonies electroacoustic and electronic music.
In 1938 after the Anschluss Krenek moved to California United States and in the late sixties he met Morton Subotnick and Don Buchla at the San Francisco Tape Music Centre.
In 1967 the same year of Subotnick’s SIlver Apples of the Moon Krenek bought la large Buchla 100 modular synthesizer which he used for a number of electronic and electroacoustic works not yet released to the public (which I hope that will be soon collected in a special release of his edition).
So here I am with Krenek’s amazing Buchla 100, probably one of the rarest and most expensive synthesizers on earth. Working with this breathtaking instrument is pure pleasure."
Friday, November 04, 2022
HYDR SYNF by NYZ
"Unabridged digital only edition available at noyzelab bandcamp =>
https://noyzelab.bandcamp.com/album/hydr-synf
Originally released November 4, 2022 available as limited physical edition CDr & name your price abridged digital on Ps酶ma Psi Phi =>
pspsph.bandcamp.com/album/hydr-synf
HYDR SYNF is a sixty-four minute drone monolith, coaxed out of the Ashun Sound Machines Hydrasynth - the newest smoke signal from Cootamundra, and the first Noyzelab recording at Psoma Psi Phi since the MYZTRYZ assemblage in May. Like many of Burraston's drone recordings, HYDR SYNF exists in a state of minimalism and maximalism simultaneously, allowing the listener to determine (by way of their volume dial) how much or how little of it to fill the room. HYDR SYNF, for its part in this relationship, works beautifully both ways, as a quiet intimate hum to dot the corners of the wall with, or as an immense structure that is dense enough to dissolve those walls, and replace your surroundings altogether. Noyzelab recordings are like no other, as many frequent listeners here will no doubt attest, in their ability to remove axiomatic information from the world they inhabit. There are no longer discernible directions in space or time, and after long enough of a sustained runtime, it becomes possible to dispense with space and time entirely.
Recorded on 19th January 2022 at Noyzelab using ASM Hydrasynth Desktop. Mixed 2nd August 2022 at Noyzelab. Text and design by ABM&D. This is NYZ-XX, #20 in the NYZ subcatalog at Psoma Psi Phi. David Burraston and the Noyzelab logo appear courtesy of Noyzelab.
Released November 4, 2022"
Saturday, August 27, 2022
Sequential Prophet-10
Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
via this auction
"This is an IMMACULATE Sequential Prophet 10 with serial number in the xxxx range (rather than xx or xxx). No scuffs or marks whatsoever. Even the bottom of the synth is perfect. Gorgeous wood, includes all materials including poster and pin. Double boxed for protection"
Curious what the serial number range is about.
via this auction
"This is an IMMACULATE Sequential Prophet 10 with serial number in the xxxx range (rather than xx or xxx). No scuffs or marks whatsoever. Even the bottom of the synth is perfect. Gorgeous wood, includes all materials including poster and pin. Double boxed for protection"
Curious what the serial number range is about.
Sunday, March 06, 2022
Chilled Beats Live Jam - Inspired by a painting
video upload by Electronisounds Audio
"This week's challenge theme was to create a jam based on this painting:
https://scontent-lax3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/...
(You can see the painting up on my Mac screen...)
Jam Date: 03/06/2022
Tempo: 125bpm
Key: Fminor"
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Saturday, March 05, 2022
Obermoog
video upload by x x
"Analoger Rack Synthesizer (2x VCO, 2x VCF, 2x ADSR, 1x LFO with internal MIDI to CV/GATE interface)
Model-D VCO (UA737)"
Additional Obermoog posts
See the mLab label below for more.
ONKEL SEM RACK
video upload by x x
"mLab Ober-SEM Analog-Synthesizer Expander Module als 19" 3HE Rack mit integriertem MIDI to CV/GATE Interface."
Additional Onkel SEM posts
Thursday, January 27, 2022
SunVox 2.0 Synths
"Demonstration of some synths (modules) that you can find in the SunVox distribution.
SunVox is a small, fast and powerful modular synthesizer with pattern-based sequencer (tracker). It is a tool for those people who like to compose music wherever they are, whenever they wish. On any device. On any system."
v2.0 (23 jan 2022):
* iOS 11+: SunVox Audio Unit (AUv3) can now send MIDI notes and MIDI CC to other AU modules;
* iOS 13.4+: full USB/Bluetooth keyboard support (like on desktops);
* multiple module selection (see changelog_details.txt) + ability to save several selected modules to a sunvox file;
* timeline: supertracks (see changelog_details.txt and simple_examples/supertracks.sunvox);
* improved import of old tracker formats (XM and MOD);
* new module - FMX: 5-operator Frequency Modulation synth;
* new module - FFT frequency transformator;
* sound engine optimization;
* the name of the current file is now visible in the title bar of the app window;
* module and timeline editor: "Select All" has been changed to "Select/Unselect All";
* timeline menu: new option "Vertical mode"; +shortcut
* timeline menu: new functions "Load" and "Save" to load/save selected patterns from/to a sunvox file;
* timeline menu: new function "Detach" to convert the clones to the normal patterns; +shortcut
* module editor menu: new function "Detach" to detach the selected modules from the rest; +shortcut
* module editor menu: new function "Make MetaModule" for packing the selected modules into a single MetaModule; +shortcut
* now it is possible to delete modules, but keep the links;
* pattern properties: X and Y fields - exact coordinates of the pattern on the timeline;
* module properties: X and Y fields - exact coordinates of the module;
* module visualizer: "Phase Sync" oscilloscope option has been added; activate it to see a single waveform cycle;
* module visualizer: new buttons "reset", "apply", "copy", "paste";
* ADSR->Sustain: new value "Repeat" (repeat the envelope until the module is stopped);
* ADSR->Smooth Transitions: new value "volume change" (the volume will change smoothly, but the envelope start is not smoothed);
* Amplifier: new controller "Bipolar DC Offset";
* Analog Generator: the "Freq2" controller has been ranamed to "Osc2" (pitch deviation of the additional oscillator);
* Analog Generator: new controller "Osc2 volume" - additional oscillator volume;
* Analog Generator: new controller "Osc2 mode" - mixing mode of the additional oscillator with the main one (add;sub;mul;min;max;bitwise AND;bitwise XOR);
* Analog Generator: new controller "Osc2 phase" - starting phase of the additional oscillator;
* Analog Generator: new option "Increased frequency computation accuracy";
* Delay: new controller "Delay multiplier";
* Delay: new "Delay unit" values: sec/44100, sec/48000, sample;
* Delay: max delay length has been increased to 60 sec;
* Delay: new controller "Feedback" (for sound and events);
* Echo: new controller "Right channel offset" (how much to shift the right channel relative to the left in time);
* Echo: new controller "Filter";
* Echo: new controller "Filter frequency";
* Filter Pro: new modes "stereo + smoothing" and "mono + smoothing" for additional parameter smoothing;
* Filter Pro: new types "LP 6dB" and "HP 6dB";
* LFO: new controller "Sine quality";
* MetaModule->Play patterns: new values "on (repeat, endless)" and "on (no repeat, endless)";
* MetaModule: number of user defined controllers has been increased to 96;
* MetaModule: controller color can now be changed by adding "@X" to the beginning of the name, where X is the group number from 0 to F; group colors (c_cgp0, c_cgp1, etc.) can be changed in sunvox_config.ini;
* MultiSynth: new option "Output port number = round-robin (cyclic)";
* Sampler: new option "Increased frequency computation accuracy";
* FM, SpectraVoice, Kicker, DrumSynth: clicks removal algorithm has been implemented - it is useful when the volume changes quickly or there are not enough polyphony channels;
* FM: the "M.Feedback" controller has been renamed to "M.Self-modulation";
* Vocal Filter: new controllers "Random frequency" and "Random seed";
* Vocal Filter: new controllers "Vowel1", "Vowel2", "Vowel3", "Vowel4", "Vowel5";
* effect 1小 will work a little differently if you fill in its parameter as 10YY - this means that the velocity will be reset to 0 after YY ticks; (normal parameter 00YY means Note OFF after YY ticks);
* new pattern effects (column EE):
* 1A - fine velocity slide up/down (XX - up speed; YY - down speed); once at the beginning of a line;
* 33 - slot sync (for sv_sync_resume() in SunVox library);
* 34 - set (XX) or reset (YY) project options: 1 - no portamento on the first tick; 2 - no velocity slide on the first tick; (for compatibility with old tracker formats);
* 3C - copy track XX from from the pattern YY; for example, if XXYY = 0023, then the first track will be copied from the pattern named "23";
* 3D - write a random value to track YY; min value, max value and column must be in track 0, starting from line XX; see example "pat effect 3D random value";
(columns: 0 - NN; 1 - VV; 2 - MM; 3 - CC; 4 - EE; 5 - XX; 6 - YY; 7 - XXYY);
* corrected Mute/Solo algorithm for modules;
* OpenGL accelerated versions for Windows and Linux;
* new options in sunvox_config.ini: controller group colors c_cgp0, c_cgp1, etc.;
* new options in sunvox_config.ini: module layer colors c_layer0, c_layer1, c_layer2, etc.;
* new options in sunvox_config.ini: c_pbtn, c_pbtn_op, c_pscroll, c_pateditor_level, c_pateditor_cursor, show_sel_btn, show_sbars, edit_mode;
* new curves in curves/MultiSynth/curve3 for different equal temperament systems (for example, ET19 - 19 tones per octave);
* new modules in the instruments/ and effects/ folders;
* new examples (SunVox Compo 2021.02 winners): Logickin - Mech Haven, So_ingMachine - Some of our tracks cant be covered, kiberaver - electric dreams;
* new examples: NightRadio - Afterglow, NightRadio - Winter Is Coming;
* updated version of SunVox library for developers: https://warmplace.ru/soft/sunvox/sunvox_lib.php
* bug fixes.
SunVox is a small, fast and powerful modular synthesizer with pattern-based sequencer (tracker). It is a tool for those people who like to compose music wherever they are, whenever they wish. On any device. On any system."
v2.0 (23 jan 2022):
* iOS 11+: SunVox Audio Unit (AUv3) can now send MIDI notes and MIDI CC to other AU modules;
* iOS 13.4+: full USB/Bluetooth keyboard support (like on desktops);
* multiple module selection (see changelog_details.txt) + ability to save several selected modules to a sunvox file;
* timeline: supertracks (see changelog_details.txt and simple_examples/supertracks.sunvox);
* improved import of old tracker formats (XM and MOD);
* new module - FMX: 5-operator Frequency Modulation synth;
* new module - FFT frequency transformator;
* sound engine optimization;
* the name of the current file is now visible in the title bar of the app window;
* module and timeline editor: "Select All" has been changed to "Select/Unselect All";
* timeline menu: new option "Vertical mode"; +shortcut
* timeline menu: new functions "Load" and "Save" to load/save selected patterns from/to a sunvox file;
* timeline menu: new function "Detach" to convert the clones to the normal patterns; +shortcut
* module editor menu: new function "Detach" to detach the selected modules from the rest; +shortcut
* module editor menu: new function "Make MetaModule" for packing the selected modules into a single MetaModule; +shortcut
* now it is possible to delete modules, but keep the links;
* pattern properties: X and Y fields - exact coordinates of the pattern on the timeline;
* module properties: X and Y fields - exact coordinates of the module;
* module visualizer: "Phase Sync" oscilloscope option has been added; activate it to see a single waveform cycle;
* module visualizer: new buttons "reset", "apply", "copy", "paste";
* ADSR->Sustain: new value "Repeat" (repeat the envelope until the module is stopped);
* ADSR->Smooth Transitions: new value "volume change" (the volume will change smoothly, but the envelope start is not smoothed);
* Amplifier: new controller "Bipolar DC Offset";
* Analog Generator: the "Freq2" controller has been ranamed to "Osc2" (pitch deviation of the additional oscillator);
* Analog Generator: new controller "Osc2 volume" - additional oscillator volume;
* Analog Generator: new controller "Osc2 mode" - mixing mode of the additional oscillator with the main one (add;sub;mul;min;max;bitwise AND;bitwise XOR);
* Analog Generator: new controller "Osc2 phase" - starting phase of the additional oscillator;
* Analog Generator: new option "Increased frequency computation accuracy";
* Delay: new controller "Delay multiplier";
* Delay: new "Delay unit" values: sec/44100, sec/48000, sample;
* Delay: max delay length has been increased to 60 sec;
* Delay: new controller "Feedback" (for sound and events);
* Echo: new controller "Right channel offset" (how much to shift the right channel relative to the left in time);
* Echo: new controller "Filter";
* Echo: new controller "Filter frequency";
* Filter Pro: new modes "stereo + smoothing" and "mono + smoothing" for additional parameter smoothing;
* Filter Pro: new types "LP 6dB" and "HP 6dB";
* LFO: new controller "Sine quality";
* MetaModule->Play patterns: new values "on (repeat, endless)" and "on (no repeat, endless)";
* MetaModule: number of user defined controllers has been increased to 96;
* MetaModule: controller color can now be changed by adding "@X" to the beginning of the name, where X is the group number from 0 to F; group colors (c_cgp0, c_cgp1, etc.) can be changed in sunvox_config.ini;
* MultiSynth: new option "Output port number = round-robin (cyclic)";
* Sampler: new option "Increased frequency computation accuracy";
* FM, SpectraVoice, Kicker, DrumSynth: clicks removal algorithm has been implemented - it is useful when the volume changes quickly or there are not enough polyphony channels;
* FM: the "M.Feedback" controller has been renamed to "M.Self-modulation";
* Vocal Filter: new controllers "Random frequency" and "Random seed";
* Vocal Filter: new controllers "Vowel1", "Vowel2", "Vowel3", "Vowel4", "Vowel5";
* effect 1小 will work a little differently if you fill in its parameter as 10YY - this means that the velocity will be reset to 0 after YY ticks; (normal parameter 00YY means Note OFF after YY ticks);
* new pattern effects (column EE):
* 1A - fine velocity slide up/down (XX - up speed; YY - down speed); once at the beginning of a line;
* 33 - slot sync (for sv_sync_resume() in SunVox library);
* 34 - set (XX) or reset (YY) project options: 1 - no portamento on the first tick; 2 - no velocity slide on the first tick; (for compatibility with old tracker formats);
* 3C - copy track XX from from the pattern YY; for example, if XXYY = 0023, then the first track will be copied from the pattern named "23";
* 3D - write a random value to track YY; min value, max value and column must be in track 0, starting from line XX; see example "pat effect 3D random value";
(columns: 0 - NN; 1 - VV; 2 - MM; 3 - CC; 4 - EE; 5 - XX; 6 - YY; 7 - XXYY);
* corrected Mute/Solo algorithm for modules;
* OpenGL accelerated versions for Windows and Linux;
* new options in sunvox_config.ini: controller group colors c_cgp0, c_cgp1, etc.;
* new options in sunvox_config.ini: module layer colors c_layer0, c_layer1, c_layer2, etc.;
* new options in sunvox_config.ini: c_pbtn, c_pbtn_op, c_pscroll, c_pateditor_level, c_pateditor_cursor, show_sel_btn, show_sbars, edit_mode;
* new curves in curves/MultiSynth/curve3 for different equal temperament systems (for example, ET19 - 19 tones per octave);
* new modules in the instruments/ and effects/ folders;
* new examples (SunVox Compo 2021.02 winners): Logickin - Mech Haven, So_ingMachine - Some of our tracks cant be covered, kiberaver - electric dreams;
* new examples: NightRadio - Afterglow, NightRadio - Winter Is Coming;
* updated version of SunVox library for developers: https://warmplace.ru/soft/sunvox/sunvox_lib.php
* bug fixes.
Sunday, December 19, 2021
Agent xX - DIY Modular Synth Live Session
video upload by Andreas Remshagen
"an exciting live session that could be the theme music of an agent film.
The following DIY devices are used (in order):
-The analog Strings/Choir Synthesizer with VP-330 Filterclone
-The analog Bass-Synth with Moog-clone-Filter
-The analog drum-Box with 2 HiHats and four DS-7 clones
-An restored Elektor-Formant System
-The analog Groovebox with YuSynth's Metalizer Design that makes
the guitar-sound
-For keyboardsolo an analog YuSynth VCO-Design and a Steiner-Parker
Filterclone
All Devices are driven with my free Sequencer-Software and two Polyend
Poly Midi to CV-Converters
see my sequencer-software Video for an explanation + Download [posted here]
the effects are 2 Alesis Midiverb4 and one Yamaha FX500
Thanks to Yves Usson (YuSynth) and Ray Wilson (Musicfromouterspace)
for sharing their Ideas!"
Thursday, December 16, 2021
xx Calder Plays Theremin | Dorit Chrysler
video upload by The Museum of Modern Art
Calder Plays Theremin | Behind the Scenes
video upload by Moog Music Inc
"We invite you to take a behind-the-scenes look at the making of "Calder Plays Theremin," directed by filmmaker Michael Tyburski, featuring an original sound piece by composer and sound artist Dorit Chrysler.
In a new piece filmed at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC, Berlin-based thereminist (and our dear friend) Dorit Chrysler brings a collection of electronic instruments together with sculptures on display in the museum’s 'Alexander Calder: Modern from the Start' exhibition for a novel experiment in sound and motion.
'Calder Plays Theremin' pays homage to both inventor Leon Theremin, whose eponymous invention has inspired generations of musicians and musical instrument creators, and sculptor Alexander Calder, who reimagined the art of sculpture as “an experiment in space and motion, upending centuries-old notions that sculpture should be static, grounded, and dense by making artworks that often move freely and interact with their surroundings,” according to MoMA. In this piece, Calder’s sculptures control the sound of each theremin, making for a truly unique and magical composition among these objects, personified as artists for the occasion. 'To hear a theremin trigger the Moog Model 15 synthesizer in the Sculpture Garden—priceless. The sound of a Calder mobile element rubbing against the antenna of a theremin producing microtonal sound in slight movement—breathtaking.' -composer and thereminist Dorit Chrysler
Visit moogmusic.com to read our complete interview with Dorit, where she shares what inspired her to develop the concept for this piece."
Update: Also see https://www.moma.org/magazine/articles/671
Friday, November 26, 2021
Saturday, July 17, 2021
Drumulator Sound Expansion x 8
video upload by x x
"EMU Drumulator 8-fold sound extension made by mLab.midisoft.de no drilling, no additional switches"
Saturday, June 12, 2021
The Synth King Vintage Synthesizer Demos
Playlist:
KORG DW-8000 - Synth King "vintage analog" sounds
Roland JX-8p - Vecoven Super Flash ROM & PWM upgrade
Yamaha CS70m - first contact
Yamaha CS70m - loading patches from magnetic cards !!
Oberheim Matrix-12 -- first contact !
Oberheim Matrix12 - one song - one synth
Rhodes Chroma - one song - one synth
Rhodes Chroma (ex KRAFTWERK Kling Klang Studios) - first contact !
Oberheim OB-Xa - 15 minutes pure analog sounds - part 3/3
Oberheim OB-Xa - 15 minutes pure analog sounds - part 2/3
Oberheim OB-Xa - 15 minutes pure analog sounds - part 1/3
Oberheim OB-Xa - one song - one synth
Oberheim OB-Xa improvisation
Oberheim OB-Xa - first contact
Roland SH-2000 - one song - one synth
Roland MKS80 - one song - one synth
Korg Polysix - one song - one synth - free patches !!!
Roland JX3P - one song - one synth
Roland Juno 106 - one song - one synth
Roland Jupiter 4 & Promars MRS-2 - one song - one synth (ok 2)
Roland Jupiter 6 - one song - one synth
Roland Super JX10 - one song - one synth
64 new sounds for Roland JX10/MKS70 Vecoven PWM 4.xx update
64 new sounds for Roland JX10/MKS70 Vecoven PWM 4.xx update
Fender Chroma Polaris - one song - one synth
Fender Chroma Polaris Sound Demo (132 patches)
Thursday, April 15, 2021
Patch Notes: Alex Epton
video by FACTmagazine
"Alex Epton is a multifaceted producer and composer (also known as XXXChange), whose in-house role at XL Recordings has seen him work with FKA twigs, Arca and Jamie xx.. IN 2019 he collaborated with cellist Lucinda Chua on the soundtrack for the documentary film 3OHA.
Epton’s own personal studio practice focuses heavily on hardware, including modular synthesis and tape loops. In this episode of Patch Notes, recorded ahead of the release of his new EP The Episodic Buffer Vol 2, he creates an experimental piece with a selection of Verbos Electronics modules and touchplate controller together with manipulated vocals.
“I始m not using any fancy loop length randomization here on this patch although there始s some clips of that implementation on my Instagram,” Epton says. “Also the Verbos Electronics YouYube page has a well explained example of how to set that up.”
“The basic set up here is: Row A – CV out hits voltage scaling then into a quantiser locking it to an arbitrary major scale then into the v/oct input on oscillator A. Row B – CV out hits voltage scaling then into a quantiser, chromatic this time, then into the v/oct input on oscillator B.”
“Each channel of control voyage processor has an input for additional voltage to be added to the sequencer control voltage. This is our first transpose input. Here both sequences are transposed by the master variable CV out on the touch plate keyboard.”
“There始s a second transpose input for oscillator B on the secondary CV in on that oscillator. You can see in the video it始s got tape on it because the attenuvertor knob that scales this input is super sensitive and prone to accidental nudging. This second layer of CV transposition I始m using to drop oscillator B始s pitch to make some tension harmonies agains the main sequence. These tension notes are linked to three individual gate outputs on the touch plate keyboard. Those are summed together before they hit the attenuvertor.”
“So with this set up I始m happy to have only eight steps because there始s a lot of variety that can still be achieved. Also some interesting chromaticism can happen in the harmony when the one CV stream is quantised chromatic VS locked to a scale. A few individual gate outs on the top of the sequencer are summed together to trigger the drum that comes in midway through.”
“That始s pretty much it. I used a tape loop of some manipulated vocals to get some extra atmosphere / randomness going – something to react to. That loop is manipulated through the rooms. Everything comes together at ye olde Sony 8 channel mixer. And recorded into a UA Apollo twin. Also the synth outputs are feeding an oscilloscope in X/Y config.”
The Episodic Buffer Vol 2 is released on May 7. Epton has also created an exploratory video game as a companion piece to the EP, in which you guide a six-limbed being through a psychedelic world.
Listen to ‘Games’, the first single from the EP here: https://alexepton.ffm.to/games
Alex Epton on Bandcamp: https://alexepton.bandcamp.com
Alex Epton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexepton/"
Monday, March 08, 2021
mLab Obermoog & ONKEL SEM Analog Synthesizer Expander Modul
Obermoog by mLab R.MEURER video by x x
ONKEL SEM Analog Synthesizer Expander Modul
video by x x
mLab brought us the OBSX MIDI CONTROL adapter.
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