Wednesday, December 15, 2021
1987 Kawai R-100 and R-50 "Overnight Sensation" Drum Machine Ad
via Retro Synth Ads, where you'll find the full write-up and additional scans.
"Kawai R-100 and R-50 drum machine "Overnight Sensation" full page colour advertisement featuring Jan Hammer and Steve Smith from page 73 in the June 1987 issue of Keyboard Magazine."
Roland Jupiter 8 vs Arturia Polybrute (Firmware V2)
video upload by Michael Geyre
Be sure to listen in stereo. Note the Polybrute is lower on the right channel. "Hi all
While using new Polybrute's firmware, i wondered how close to the Jupiter 8 it was possible to make it sound Well, the result surprised me quite a lot, so here is a short video where i compare both instruments (EQ preset is called 'High boost')
No FX used in the comparison
Please, be patient, a (very) long video is under preparation"
ID700 polyphonic software synthesizer
video upload by Richard Devine
"@modoscdesigns Finally for Mac OS desktop the ID700 polyphonic software synthesizer based on the voice architecture of the Buchla 700."
Additonal ID700 posts. The MacOS version along with the iOS version going on sale was announced on December 10th here.
Circuit Bent Yamaha DD-8 by Batchas
videos uploaded by batchas
"Here a few examples to show how the DD-8 sounds once circuit bent.
No external effect added."
Wing Pinger Second Moves
video upload by Todd Barton
"Day 2 new moves. The discoveries and explorations continue with this amazing instrument by Meng Qi https://www.mengqimusic.com
My Patreon https://www.patreon.com/synthtodd"
All this from a Prophet 600 // WOW!!
video upload by Starsky Carr
"Here's a few demo tracks using a vintage Sequential Prophet 600. Its an underdog.. but it's got some bite. I've featured a few more modern styes here.. although there's always got to be a synthwave demo thrown in :) so a little nod to the 80s included. Plus a couple of more complete tracks showing its versatility."
0:00 Downtempo loveliness
3:55 4 to the floor... not sure of genre!
Deep Dive: Korg ARP2600 M Semi Modular Synthesizer
video upload by Noisegate
"Tristan takes a deep dive into the ARP 2600M from Korg to discover how it works and what kind of sounds it can produce. The ARP 2600M is a faithful recreation of the classic semi-modular synth at approximately 60% size."
See the dealers on the right for availability.
Octatrack meets Circuits = OctaCircuit!
video upload by MrDataline
"Circuits going into the Octatrack for realtime sampling & remixing, followed by the Heat, to dirt up the sound. The Octatrack is using the '1 part sampling & remixing setup' - same project file and similar setup was used in this Track & Teach: https://dataline.bandcamp.com/album/t...
Or
https://app.gumroad.com/dataline"
Novation Circuit Tracks Dawless Hardware Jams by Ascetic Wires
"Dawless Hardware Melodic Techno Jamming with Novation Circuit Tracks."
Playlist:
1. Dawless Hardware Techno Acid Jam #1: Novation Circuit Tracks + Cyclone Analogic TT-303 & Roland TB-3
1. Dawless Hardware Melodic Techno Jam #2: Novation Circuit Tracks + Cyclone TT-303 MK1 & Roland TB-3
3. Dawless Hardware Melodic Techno Jam #3: Novation Circuit Tracks + Roland TB-3 Touch Bassline (303).
4. Dawless Hardware Melodic Techno Jam #4: Novation Circuit Tracks + Roland TB-3 Touch Bassline (303).
5. Dawless Hardware Deep Techno Jam #5: Novation Circuit Tracks + Roland SP-404A Sampler (404, 404SX).
6. Dawless Hardware Deep Techno Jam #6: Novation Circuit Tracks + Roland SP-404A Sampler (404, 404SX).
7. Dawless Hardware Ambient Jam #7: Novation Circuit Tracks + Erica Pico System III & Modal CRAFTsynth.
8. Dawless Hardware Melodic Techno Jam #8: Novation Circuit Tracks + Pico System III & Modal CRAFTsynth
9. Dawless Hardware Melodic Techno Jam #9: Novation Circuit Tracks + Modal CRAFTsynth Wavetable Synth.
Erica Synths Pico System II unboxing ("the world’s smallest modular synthesizer") by Ascetic Wires.
video upload by Ascetic Wires
"Erica Synths Pico System II unboxing (12/2021) by Ascetic Wires.
Pico modules included in the system are:
SEQ – powerful 16 step sequencer with 16 pattern memory
VCO – 32 custom waves in 2 banks, great 1V/oct tracking and LFO mode
VOICE – sound source with 8 sound generation algorithms
VCF1 – Polivoks-inspired LP/BP VCF, ideal for acid-like basslines
TRIGG – 4 trigger pattern generator & master clock for the system
2xDRUMS – 64 sample player with adjustable parameters and CV control
MULTI2 – buffered audio/CV/clock signal splitter
RND – LFO and random events (random trigger, S&H and noise) generator
MOD – lin/log ASR envelope generator and linear VCA
2xMIX – 3 input audio mixer
DSP – stereo effects processor with 8 great sounding custom effects
OUTPUT – stereo output module with headphone amplifier
Dimensions (WxDxH): 240mmx140mmx80mm
Mass: 1,35 kg excluding PSU
Soundtrack by Ascetic Wires: Erica Synths Pico System II"
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