2084 - a 92bpm cirklon groove for eurorack synthesizer

video by Luke Killen

"This is either roughing up a smooth groove or softening a rough beat.
I kind of liked the 808 State Cubik like stabs in a 'retro futurist' kind of way, so i decided to juxtapose it with a smoother groove."

The (almost) Perfect Digital Synthesizer 🎹 | Modal Argon8

video by Venus Theory

"Howdy doody, frienderoonies! Today we're here to check out the Modal Argon 8m - a desktop synthesizer module that packs wavetable synthesis and tons of interesting waveshaping options into a compact format perfect for small studio setups.

The Modal Argon 8 series offers a whole lot of features all under $1000 and the desktop module comes in at only $649 making it a great option to get started with hardware and it inegrates beautifully with your DAW thanks to the MODAL App and MODAL Plugin

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0:00​ Intro Jam
3:55​ Howdy
5:31​ What Dis Thing Do?
8:57​ A Bunch Of Patch Demos
19:54​ What Sounds To Expect
20:16​ Pseudo Analog Vibes
22:05​ Patch Design Workflow
23:14​ Filter Sweeps
24:29​ Patch From Scratch
34:36​ Overall Workflow Experience
36:01​ Modal App
37:18​ The Sequencer
42:07​ Versus Novation Peak
43:49​ Versus Waldorf Blofeld
46:23​ Argon 8 Pros
48:19​ Argon 8 Cons and Wishlist
52:08​ What Do You Think?"

The Pool Modulation v1.0 on Baloran's Upcoming Synth

video by Laurent Baloran

"Cette vidéo présente le concept unique de la gestion des modulations créé pour The Pool."

Googlish:

"This video presents the unique concept of modulation management created for The Pool."

See the Baloran label below for more.

E-mu E-drum demo

video by Harry Axten

"Couldn't resist pulling the trigger when I found one of these for sale online. It plays back 8-bit samples stored on cartridges, with velocity routed to amplitude and optionally pitch. Mine only came with the 'ROTOTOM1' cartridge, but I was able to scan in and copy the cartridge PCB to produce my own; which in this case have the TR-909 cymbals on them.

It's basically a rebadged Clavia unit, with a different paint job. I think the cartridges are also compatible with the original Clavia DDrum rack system (but not the later 'Sound Pac' ones)."

Ambient | Korg Volca FM, Teenage Engineering OP-1 & Ableton M4L GENE

video by Akihiko Matsumoto

Music by Akihiko Matsumoto - https://akihikomatsumoto.com​
Mixer: Ableton Live (Skin: https://gum.co/TPMDP​)
Sequencer: Ableton Max for Live GENE (https://gum.co/vOtDv​)
Synth1: Korg Volca FM
Synth2: Teenage Engineering OP-1
Reverb: Arturia Rev Plate 140
Comp/Limitter: iZotope Ozone9
Camera: Sony a7RII (Zeiss Sonar 25mmF2.8)
Audio I/O: RME Fireface UCX

VERMONA Announces DRM1 MK IV Drum Percussion Synthesizer

via VERMONA:

"We’re excited to launch this brand new update to our classic drum and percussion synthesizer VERMONA DRM1. The DRM1 is a key part in our history. Its first generation, released in the 90s as Syncussion DRM1, caught wide attention. The MKII-version then continued and broadened the success and breathed new life into the VERMONA brand at the turn of the millennium. With the DRM1 MKIII, that we have been building since 2006, we can now look back at a total of 25 years of DRM1! This makes it one of the longest-lived electronic musical instruments. And we’re ready to launch the next quarter-century with this analog drum synthesizer from VERMONA.

DRM1 MKIV: Familiar, yet evolved
At first glance, you may not notice any difference from its predecessor. Indeed, from the outside, there isn’t any! The overall concept and user interface have remained the same: There are eight instrument channels, each with nine knobs for sound shaping, pan and volume control. The DRM1 is a musical instrument, a creative tool that wants to be touched and played.

Instead of trying to reinvent or change an already well-proven external design, with this update to version MKIV we decided to focus on the inside. We took time to thoroughly listen into the circuits and put energy and care into its details: Thoughtfully tweaking frequency ranges, revamping control curves, adjusting levels and redesigning sub-circuits. Our goal was to make the DRM1 MKIV the best drum synthesizer we've ever built!

DRM1 MKIV: Sociable and dynamic
To make integration into your studio more comfortable, we equipped the DRM1 MKIV with USB-MIDI in addition to the standard MIDI connections.

The optional trigger inputs have been significantly upgraded. Beyond gate pulses, they now also accept different voltage levels for triggering the instrument channels dynamically. The DRM1 MKIV with trigger inputs can also convert the analog signals into MIDI notes via USB or the newly added MIDI OUT connector making it an incredibly versatile MIDI interface.

Whether you're controlling the DRM1 MKIV via a DAW, a hardware sequencer, or a modular system, you’ll have the proper connection and further the ability to send the MIDI notes to additional devices.

DRM1 MKIV: More power under the hood
The power supply of the DRM1 MKIV is completely new. It now works anywhere in the world, without having to manually change the mains voltage. This is a huge relief for all of you who use the instrument at live shows. No less important: it works more energy-efficient than the old one!

DRM1 MKIV: Availability
The DRM1 MKIV will be available in March/April 2021. We are looking forward to your feedback, comments and questions.

Your VERMONA crew from the
Elektroakustischen Manufaktur, Erlbach"

Update: short Instagram demo:

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Decaf Evolver by Baghead

Baghead · Decaf Evolver

"DSI Evolver sequenced by SPEKTRO AUDIO ACDGEN thru Roger Lin Arenalinn III pedal, add a little Shimmerverb from Eventide, drums by Microtonic. Throw in a touch of Easel (dissonance)"

Testing the Roland JP8000 (talk/sound demo) after maintenance

video by DX5

"Though I am not much keen into these kind of talk videos, there were some request to do this way with the JP, so here it is. A brief tour around my JP8000 with some explanation of the Super Saw (trance signature sound), plus some of the sounds I have programmed for these last years."

Pittsburgh Modular Lifeforms Voltage Research Laboratory Synth + Touch Control w/ Original Boxes

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Korg Poly 61 Vintage Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer SN 724797

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"Synth powers on and does produce sound. However, the sounds seem to be random and erratic, and no longer correspond with the programs on a consistent basis. Also, it appears some of the keys may be sticking - not physically, but certain presets will produce sound even when no key is being pressed.

Synth was in perfect working order until I recently moved across the country and plugged it back in. My guess is that something internally must have knocked loose during transport. I did briefly open the panel just to see if there were any obvious issues such as an unsoldered wire, but nothing stuck out to me. Cosmetically, the synth looks great, with only some light chipping in the paint on one of the side panels (see photo). All buttons, keys and joystick work.

This would make for a great project synth for anyone interested in tinkering around with it."

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