Pick the Right Synth to Build Your Biceps

The Mirage is Not Heavy Published on Nov 5, 2019 SynthMania

"Is the Ensoniq Mirage really so heavy?"

What synth would you bench press with?

Or on? Get one with motorized faders and knobs for a back rub while working out.

Variable Oscillations SNID Synthesizer

Published on Nov 5, 2019 Variable Oscillations

First synth small batch!
More to come
About : 300$
7 units available

Comes with carrying bag, mini patch cables, manual/poster and other electronic components for patch bay.
3.5mm Audio out

CV Gate in/out 0-5V+
5V Micro USB power

Any questions please contact us through Gmail variable.oscillations@gmail.com. we are just in the process of setting up Etsy

First run of this synth, small-batch! More to come! ;)

User guide sheet with specs below.

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Hypnotriod Beatsqueezer

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Published on Apr 15, 2018 Hypnotriod

The prototype of the Beatsqueezer was first posted in 2017 here.

Playlist:
Microbrute + Mininova + Beatsqueezer. Carpet Show, Episode 2
Microbrute + Mininova + Beatsqueezer. Carpet Show, Episode 1
Beatsqueezer sample-player - sound banks demo
Beatsqueezer sample-player + KORG padKONTROL + Flute + Green Cat. Improvisation with jazzy loops.
National Ukrainian instruments Domra & Bandura. Played with Beatsqueezer sampler.
The Beatsqueezer sample-player + KORG padCONTROL. Some Trip Hop Beats
Beatsqueezer Virtual Pad - free 5x5 pads USB-MIDI Controller for Android 4.0+ DEMO.
The Beatsqueezer. Play Mellotron style sampled Flute.
The Beatsqueezer Filters DEMO (DIY handmade audio-sampler 44100 Hz 16 bit)
My DIY Audio sampler - Beatsqueezer v2.0 plays Beethoven Moonlight Sonata over USB-MIDI
Beatsqueezer. DEMO. DIY audio sampler-prototype based on stm32f401 mcu. By Ilya Pikin.
Beatsqueezer + Korg padCONTROL. DIY audio sampler-prototype based on stm32f401 mcu. By Ilya Pikin.
My DIY audio sampler prototype based on stm32f401, MAX7219, AT45DB161E, SD card. Made by Ilya Pikin

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"The Beatsqueezer - small sample player device which produce Hi-Fi sound in 44100 Hz 24 bit stereo, with up to 16 mono (can be applied panorama) or stereo voices polyphony in 44100 Hz 16 bit. It is designed to bring on stage Mellotron-style synthesizer with unique sampled instruments, one shot / looped samples sets, drums, backing tracks, sound effects etc.

It has 4GB internal flash memory for keeping samples Banks aka Patches (up to 13 hours 20 minutes of mono or 6 hours 40 minutes stereo samples; after loading to the device’s internal memory all Banks are immediately available, no SD card present is required), 4 knobs for fx filters (each filters parameters can be accessible with MIDI CC), 1 rotary encoder with button for menu navigation, 128x160 color TFT display, 3.5 jack MIDI IN, 6.3 jack stereo audio output, micro SD card slot and full size USB B connector for device powering (can be used any 500 mA power source: mobile phone charger, 5V adapter with USB socket, power bank, etc.), and for communication with PC, MAC, mobile phones and tablets (with usb host feature) thru USB-MIDI protocol.

With "Banks Editor" software, user has possibility to create his own samples Banks (paches):

Up to 3 samples ("Default", "Piano" and "Forte") for each of 128 notes with unlimited sample length.
Sample Loop Point, for infinitive playback.
Cut Group, for playing only one sample at one time from specific group (for example: open and close hat, solo instrument), "self" group to stop playing only same sample, if corresponding note pressed twice and "none" group for multiple sample playback.
Dynamic or Fixed velocity for each sample.
"One Shot" behaviour.
If "One Shot" and Loop Point are defined, sample goes to "Loop trigger" mode, when 1-st press will play sample and 2-nd will stop it.
Stereo panorama for each note (mono samples only).
Also implemented simple MIDI files track Player. Can be played one MIDI Track from song (MIDI file) at one time. Tracks can be switched (next Track will be played after end of previous) and looped in real time. MIDI Player can be triggered and synced with master sequencer, by MIDI Clock and MIDI messages:

Start (Play MIDI Track)
Stop (Stop MIDI Track)
Song Select (Change MIDI Track)
With "Split Mode" feature, possible to split keyboard in up to 4 ranges (groups), and load individual Bank for every group.

Beatsqueezer has a number of master filters and special effects that are available simultaneously:

Low Pass Resonant filter
Ring Modulation
Flanger
Stereo Rotary Vibrato
Limiter
Bitcrusher
Granular Glitch
Delay with Low Pass and High Pass filters
ADSR envelope for Amplitude
ADSR envelope for Low Pass filter
Velocity dependent Attack and Timeshift
Via MIDI messages are supported:

Pitch Bend Wheel +2/-2 semitones
Modulation Wheel
Expression Pedal
Sustain Pedal
Sostenuto Pedal
Volume
Channel Pressure (Aftertouch)
Program Change (Bank selection)
Program Change LSB (Split Group selection)
For onboard knobs implemented the "Smart Knobs" behaviour - the filter value will react to the knob position only if the actual knob position and the filter value match.

There is a possibility to upgrade firmware from SD card thru built in bootloader."

Moog Memorymoog Plus Serviced Analog MIDI Synthesizer

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Korg Oasys 76 Key Piano Keyboard Synthesizer

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Roland MC-707 Review

Published on Nov 5, 2019 tarekith

"In this review I cover the Roland MC-707, their latest Groovebox wonder box. For a more indepth look at some of the MC-707 features, be sure to check out these videos as well:" [posted here]

SynthFest UK 2019 Seminar - Fairlight CMI @ 40 with Rob Puricelli aka Failed Muso

New video added to this post.

Tech Talk: Explore Lapalux’s London studio (Electronic Beats TV)

Published on Nov 4, 2019 Telekom Electronic Beats

"In almost a decade, Lapalux (aka Stuart Howard) has established himself as one of Brainfeeder’s most innovative artists. Since releasing his debut album, Nostalchic (2013) on Flying Lotus’ iconic LA-based label, he’s navigated a modern kaleidoscope of sounds, from British electronica, to soundscape-inspired IDM and downtempo introspection. In this Tech Talk on Telekom Electronic Beats TV, Lapalux divulges some of the production process and gear behind his personal style, most evident on his fourth and latest Brainfeeder album, Amnioverse.

https://lapalux.lnk.to/amnioverse"

Sequential Prophet-6 & eurorack system.

Sounds of the Seventies Jam (full version) all-analogue Eurorack Modular

Published on Nov 5, 2019 DreamsOfWires

"Live/real-time performance with a 70's-inspired Eurorack modular system, including AJH Synth modules based on a complete R.A.Moog era Minimoog and the 914 fixed filter bank from the Moog Model 55 modular synth. Turn on Subtitles for commentary.

I listen to a lot of so-called 'Berlin school' electronic music that featured these instruments, but I could never afford the originals, so having such a quality instrument in Eurorack format that's this close in terms of sound and technology is really special. This rig is closer to a Model 15 in terms of modules, but goes way beyond it in features and capabilities. The AJH Fixed Filter Bank 914 also has more functionality than its namesake, and my next video will spotlight this filtering monster, explaining a little more about what it does.

All modules are by AJH Synth, and I've also used their Precision Voltages, Ring SM, and Wave Swarm in this composition.

Sequences are driven by an Arturia Keystep, and overlaying notes played manually from a USB keyboard into an Expert Sleepers FH-2, then into the modular.

Recorded into AUM on an iPad, using Audio Damage Dubstation 2 delay and ShimmerFX reverb.

If you wish to help me continue this channel or support my music, my albums are available here:
https://tomorrowthecure.bandcamp.com

Or you can support me on Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/dreamsofwires

#ajhsynth #dreamsofwires"

Yamaha DX7 Custom Patch Tutorial 29 | CADASH & 30 | SOFT SQUARE BASS

Published on Nov 4, 2019 madFame

"This custom patch series is the quickest and easiest way to learn how to program your DX7 FM synthesizer.

To support the channel further check out my Patreon page
www.patreon.com/madfame
All $2 or more Patrons can download my Custom Patch SYSEX files

Some of the music used in my videos is available on the Magic & Steel bandcamp page: https://magicandsteel.bandcamp.com

Thanks for watching!"

Yamaha DX7 Custom Patch Tutorial 30 | SOFT SQUARE BASS

Published on Nov 4, 2019 madFame

madFame Yamaha DX7 Custom Patch Tutorials