Does the PolyBrute sound thin?

video by AutomaticGainsay

"Let us explore the notion put forth by someone on the Internet... that the Arturia PolyBrute 'sounds thin.' Does it sound thin? This video answers the question."

Oberheim Xpander SN 700113

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"A truly insane powerhouse of a synth, there aren't many quite like it, effectively modular in its routing capabilities, more versatile than a good chunk of VSTs, but with a completely analog signal chain, simultaneously you can use:
- All 6 voices together or individually (fully multitimbral)
- 30 LFOs & 30 Envelope generators (5 per voice)
- 12 Oscillators
- 6 Filters with 16 different modes each
- 18 Tracking generators
- 24 Ramp generators
- 90 (yes, 90) VCAs (all modulation sources to almost all voice parameters)

Additional noteworthy features
- Stereo out with panning & multitimbral capabilities
- CV/Gate input for each voice
- Ability to assign all 16 MIDI channels
- 100 presets
- Positive and negative attenuation for all modulation sources

This is the Japanese made model, however it has a switch for 110V/220V so it will not require a transformer regardless of where you are. The encoders feel fantastic still, and the synth is fully functional after recently being serviced.

Cosmetically, there is some rust along the top and bottom metal panels (photographed in the 4th picture), the main panel is very clean however. There are also some scratches to the side wooden panels but nothing major.

Recent servicing:
- PSU transistors replaced with new old stock
- PSU Recapped
- DAC replaced with new old stock
- Some logic chips replaced
- Dead CEM3372 chip replaced with original with similar date code

Firmware versions:
- Main processor firmware version 1.2
- Voice firmware version 1.2

'An analogy to the Matrix Modulation system might be all of those millions of wires that existed on the first modular synthesizers. As cumbersome as all of that wiring was, it allowed the user to connect any input to any output, resulting in sophistication and flexibility unmatched by any programmable synthesizer...until now.'"

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Black Corporation Kijimi Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer SN 1656

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Richard Barbieri of Japan, Rain Tree Crow, & Porcupine Tree w/ the Prophet-5 Rev4 Desktop Synth

video by Richard Barbieri

"Short piece using just the new Prophet 5 rev 4. I programmed the kind of sounds that I was making on the original circa 1981-1983 Just a little stereo delay used on a couple of sounds, otherwise no processing."

THE CRIPPLES on ROCK! ROCK! ROCK! 1996

video by djmrjoel

"Seattle band THE CRIPPLES on Seattle public access TV. Thanks to THE BAND and all involved."

Roland SH-101, Ensoniq ESQ-1, and Nord lead hooked up via a Roland guitar synthesizer and pickup.

Check out their new release Handbag on on BandCamp and Spotify (previously posted here).

UVI Quadra: Muted & Harmonics - Multi-Instrument and Sequence Designer

Quadra: Muted & Harmonics - Multi-Instrument and Sequence Designer
https://www.uvi.net/quadra-muted-and-...​

Playlist:

1. UVI Quadra: Muted and Harmonics | Trailer

A creative multipart instrument and sequence designer for creating dynamic, rhythmic, and evolving sequences based on muted and harmonic sounds, Quadra offers a curated instrument selection, advanced arpeggiators, MIDI effects, morphable scene controls, and cinematic sound quality.

Video and music credits: Louis Perez and Anthony Hak

2. UVI Quadra: Muted and Harmonics | Overview

A creative multipart instrument and sequence designer for creating dynamic, rhythmic, and evolving sequences based on muted and harmonic sounds, Quadra offers a curated instrument selection, advanced arpeggiators, MIDI effects, morphable scene controls, and cinematic sound quality.

Video and music credits: Joshua D. Carney

3. UVI Quadra: Muted and Harmonics | Preset Showcase

A creative multipart instrument and sequence designer for creating dynamic, rhythmic, and evolving sequences based on muted and harmonic sounds, Quadra offers a curated instrument selection, advanced arpeggiators, MIDI effects, morphable scene controls, and cinematic sound quality.

Video credits: Théo G.
Music credits: Thomas Kowalski & Théo G.

00:06​ Dark Rays
00:29​ Dirty Memories
00:47​ Amoniac
01:19​ A Slow Train
01:36​ Morph O Wheel
01:55​ Diorama
02:13​ Beat Hear It
02:27​ GTR Mutamonic Electric
02:42​ Galaxsynth
03:01​ Cyber Flamenco
03:19​ Futurist Backing
03:36​ Circular Arpeggio

"A next-step library from UVI, Quadra is a powerful 4-part multi-instrument and sequence designer, ideal for the creation of dynamic, rhythmic, and evolving sequences based on muted and harmonic sounds. Quadra provides a curated instrument selection, deep factory library, focused and intuitive workflow, expressive performance controls, and cinematic sound quality.

Quadra is a versatile instrument, capable of a wide range of sounds and uses from standard fare instrumentation to evolving, complex, and adaptive progressions and harmonizations that can be morphed and performed in numerous ways to suit the needs of your production.

You can find additional details on UVI's website here.

New myVolts mickXer V2 passive mixer

via myVolts

"V2 of the myVolts 5-way passive mixer mickXer‘s just dropped – It’s got improved volume output, bolder boosted bass, and it’s available in new Cool Grey colour. With 5 x 1/8″ (3.5mm) TRS stereo inputs and noise reduction, it’s a must for the discerning desktop musician. mickXer works great with any music gear: Korg Volcas, Roland Boutiques, Teenage Engineering Pocket Operators and thousands more.

Grab it and get 20% off your entire order with code MIX20, valid through to end of March 2021."

Strega's Agitation Function Generator

video by MAKEN0ISE

"Let's explore the Agitation Function Generator! It can be an LFO, a triggered function, or even a voltage-controllable sound source!"

Korg M3 "Vector Universe" 128 Ambient Presets

video by LFOstore

"'Vector Universe' is a deep journey into the world of atmosphere & melodic pulses.

Buy: https://sellfy.com/lfo/p/korg-m3-myth...​

And Korg M3 is a father of M-50 & Krome with Karma engine instead of Double Arpeggio
It sounds fantastic & having very wide range of capabilities.

And we made 128 dynamic & lush patches which are ready to go in your Ambient, Electronica, Soundtrack:

*Lush & evolving Pads
*Wide & massive Strings
*Dynamic & unusual arpeggios & rhytmic poly's
*Plucks & Bells
*Planetary pad series
*Atmo&Fx
*One note Ambiences

All the presets are reacting on velocity, MW aswell as special SW1&2 controllers.

Planetary Pads series - 20 presets dedicaited to the planets of our Solar System, like: Mars, Pluto, Andromeda.

Made by Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of "Organica" for Waldorf Blofeld & "WS Universe" for Korg Wavestation

Re-discover your M3 and its synth engine part!"

Using Yamaha QY-700 MIDI Sequencer (Pattern Mode) for Dawless Live Jamming

video by Debukas

"As requested by some of you lovely people, here's a walkthrough of the QY-700 from the point of view of building patterns for live use. Thanks for checking this video.

More Debukas online: https://linktr.ee/debukas​

Please leave me a comment if you want more info on any parts of this heavyweight sequencer.

This video relates to my last live jam video using the QY with some 'old' MIDI gear:" [posted here]