(MU) Frequency Central

(MU) Frequency Central feat. Massive Modular Bundle: osc sync, PWM, Keystep histrionics, the works

2 x System X Oscillator
System X Lowpass Filter
System X Dual VCA
System X Dual ADSR

...which together forms our classic MU Massive Modular Bundle!

Well, I was going to program a sequence into the fabulous Arturia Keystep https://www.arturia.com/keystep/overview (accept no imitation), but soon realised that I was having far too much fun just wiggling and jamming out, so I hit record - the rest is history.

The patch is quite interesting, as there are two VCAs available, I've patched sawtooths via VCF and VCA, and pulses directly to the second VCA. There's a negative ADSR output patched to the second VCA, so the PWM'ed sound fades in as the VCF and VCA sound fades out.

As you will already know, these lovely VCOs feature onboard LFOs which I'm making full use of for a bit of vibrato, PWM sweeps, as well as that huge oscillator sync modulation.

Processing is via MU Stasis Leak (off camera) for some huge delay action.

If you have read this far please comment 'Huge Monster!'"



(MU) Frequency Central feat. Little Melody, Raging Bull, System X Oscillator, Stasis Leak and more!

"Finally got around to producing a MU modular video. This one feature the following Frequency Central MU modules:

Wave Runner
Little Melody
System X Envelope
System X Oscillator
Raging Bull
Stasis leak

I'm using the Boss Dr-55 (bottom left) as a master clock only. The clock is patched to Little Melody, System X Envelope, Wave Runner and also Stasis Leak (via a clock divider).

I've set up a little riff on Little Melody which is being played by the System X Oscillator/Raging Bull/System X Envelope synth voice. I'm occasionally toggling between two modes for some variation.

System X Oscillator's sawtooth and pulse waveforms are patched into the audio inputs of Raging Bull. I'm doing some manual tweaking of it's octave rotary switch. There's also a bit of fat creamy PWM going on

To modulate Raging Bull's cutoff, I'm using Wave Runner in it's sample and hold mode to modulate, System X Envelope, the triangle output of System X Oscillator, as well as some manual tweaks and twists.

System X Envelope is patched to Raging Bull's 3rd CV input, thus controlling both VCF cutoff and VCA openess(?!)/closedness(!?).

Stasis Leak is set to long delays, and is synced to the rhythm via a clock divider (off camera).

If you've read this far, please comment 'Fat and creamy'."

NatLife Sounds & Synthmas Sales

Disclaimer: I'm only posting synthmas sales for supporting members of the site as posting everything would overwhelm the site (and me). That said, be sure to see the dealers on the right for any holiday deals as well.

Via https://www.natlifesounds.com:

"NatLife Sounds has announced X-Mass Sales offering 50% off everything, including all new products.

Use coupon: NS_X-Mass2020

The sale includes sounds for: u-he Diva, DUNE 3, FL Studio 20, Korg KingKorg, Korg Krome, Korg Minilogue XD, Korg Prologue, NI Massive X, Europa, Arturia Microfreak, NI Massive, ReDominator, Roland JP-08, Roland Juno, Roland SE-02, Spire, Summit, Peak, Sylenth1, Synthmaster One, TAL-U-No-LX V2, The Legend, Thorn, u-he Hive, u-he Repro, Xfer Serum, Roland JP-8000, Korg iWavestation and Drum Samples.

THNK YOU FOR SUPPORT! AND WISH YOU A GREAT & HEALTHY X-Mass DAYS!!! :)"

Astonishing History of Synthesizers Series

The Light Bulb Is The Origin of The Synthesizer | Astonishing History of Synthesizers EP1
Reverb

"When you think of the birth of the synthesizer, your mind probably recalls people like Bob Moog and Don Buchla. But the real pioneer of synth tech was...Thomas Edison? Watch as we take a closer look into the origin of the modern synthesizer."

The True ARP vs MOOG Lawsuit Story: Astonishing History of Synthesizers EP 2
Reverb

"Anyone with even a casual interest in the history of synthesizers has heard of the titanic struggle that took place in the mid 1970s when all of the companies were infringing on Bob Moog's filter patent. But the real story of what happened with patents and synthesizers in the 1970s is a bit more nuanced than you've probably heard. Watch as we dive into what really happened."

P.S. See the documentaries label below for similar style posts.

See the comments below for a different take.

C.P.E. Bach - Solfeggietto (Synthesized Version)

Digithalis

"Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714-1788) was the most famous musician son of J.S. Bach. He was teacher and composer for key instruments. This piece is well known as a very fluid music, espically for pianists to check their capabilities on keys ;-)

In this version, I arranged 4-Track sounds with the legendary Waldorf Blofeld Synthesizer. Here my used Blofeld preset sounds:
1. B033 - Glockenspiel
2. B035 - Harpsi
3. F126 - Long Wires (Bass)
4. E001 - WideWarmWash (Pad)"

Domówka z Dwójką | Pin Park/kinoMANUAL

Polskie Radio

EMS SYNTHIs live.

Domówka z Dwójką | Pin Park/kinoMANUAL

Muzyka: Pin Park
Oprawa wizualna: kino Manual

Repertuar:

"Autobahnkirche"
"City"
"Milky Medium"
"Doppelganger"​​

Duet Pin Park tworzą Maciej Polak i Maciej Bączyk – miłośnicy i znawcy dźwięków syntezatorowych i samych maszyn. Muzycy korzystają z nietypowej architektury i niepowtarzalnych brzmień syntezatorów analogowych EMS, wywodzących się z lat 70. Testują potencjał tych instrumentów i poszerzają go o doświadczenia współczesnych nurtów elektronicznych.

Serdecznie zapraszamy do słuchania i oglądania!

Novation Nova Desktop (Laptop) #1 Pads/Strings Sound Demo

Kosmokatze

"Just some of my favorite Patches performed with some Filter sweeps.
No external FX processing.

Still worth in 2020? You decide ;-)"

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Side note: I remember when the Supernova was first released with the initial crop of virtual analog synths. People said it sounded most like a Roland Jupiter-8. I think you can hear some of that character here.

24.12.20 Serge Modular System

batchas

Anyma Phi: Sequenced using a groovebox & Roli Seaboard Rise 25

Aodyo Instruments

"In this demo, Romain sequences the Anyma Phi using a simple MC-303 groovebox.

All sounds are generated by the Anyma Phi, except for kick provided by the groovebox :
- a plucked string + a VA oscillator (bassline), going into filter, resonator and a little phaser
- a resonator plus delay
- an external input source (kick drum mixed into the Anyma Phi and passed through a filter + resonator)

NB: encoder response to be improved.

Demo and sound design by Romain Bricout.

Anyma Phi blends the classic ingredients of electronic music with physical modeling technology, allowing it to simulate acoustic sound sources, such as strings or reeds, as well as resonating structures, like wood, glass, or metal."

Anyma Phi: Played using a Roli Seaboard Rise 25

"In this demo, Romain plays the Anyma Phi using a Roli Seaboard Rise 25, directly plugged into the Anyma Phi USB port. He made a hybrid beefy bass patch made of physical modelling and virtual analog elements (VA oscillator and 24 dB/oct ladder filter).

Demo and sound design by Romain Bricout."

Korg Prophecy Solo Synthesizer (Monophonic Ripper!)

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via this auction

"Despite it's quirky appearance, this digital monophonic synth slays! At the dawn of virtual analog this synth catered to the 90's electronica market offering some nice features, even by today's standards. Synth works great and is a ton of fun! AC power cable included.

LFO - 4 LFOs, 30 Waveforms, Real-Time Modulation, 0-60Hz Filter - Voice Filter: Resonant Low/Hi/Band/Notch VCA - 4 envelopes Keyboard - 37 keys (with velocity & aftertouch) Arpeg/Seq - Arpeggiator: Programmable, Sends/Receives MIDI Clock"

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Korg Poly-800 MKII 8-Voice Poly Synth

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"Korg Poly-800 II, awesome sounding 8-voice analog (DCO) poly synth. Easy to use and is a ton of fun, features chord memory and a super lush stereo chorus (Juno killer). Includes non-original power supply and PDF printed manual.

Condition: Volume pot is a tad dirty and bender joystick is missing the tiny control tip, functions well otherwise."

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