Sequential Synth Tips With SHOOK / Jasper Wijnands: Composing A Song With The Prophet-10

video upload by Sequential

"Welcome back to 'Sequential Synth Tips,' where some of our favorite artists share their tips, tricks, and techniques on Sequential synths. In this episode, Jasper Wijnands aka SHOOK shows us how to design sounds for each part of a song using only the Prophet-10.

Follow SHOOK here:
https://www.shookmusic.com/
http://www.facebook.com/shookshookshook
http://instagram.com/shookmusic

For more information on Sequential instruments:
https://www.sequential.com/"

Sequential Prophet Rev2 Synth: Demo No Talking #5

video upload by Benja

"They call me the human arpeggiator.

Sequential Instruments Prophet Rev2 Synthesizer, 16 voice version."

Introducing NiftyKEYZ - from Cre8audio

video uploads by Cre8audio

And a video from Patchwerks:


NiftyKEYZ Makes Eurorack Polyphony Easier video upload by Patchwerks

"In this video Tom and Matthew form Patchwerks share an overview and demo of the new NiftyKeyz by Cre8audio. Demo includes a demonstration on building a 4-voice polyphonic synthesizer in eurorack format.

Learn more about the NiftKEYZ here: https://www.patchwerks.com

From Cre8audio:
'More than just a full-sized 49 key keyboard (with aftertouch), NiftyKEYZ has a whole load of space for a pile of whatever eurorack format modules you want to toss into it. All told, NiftyKEYZ has 112hp of available module space and its newly designed power supply provides 1500mA +12v, 1000mA -12v, and 1000mA +5v power. Stuff NiftyKEYZ with modules and you’ll have a franken-synth that’s only limit is the bounds of your imagination (or lack thereof).

So having 4 voices that you can assign willy nilly in your own Frankensynth is super cool, but we thought you wouldn’t want us to stop there! NiftyKEYZ also has a multi-mode arpeggiator that syncs to an external clock as well as NiftyKEYZ’s internal clock.

Speaking of clock, NiftyKEYZ can easily divide incoming clock to your heart’s content, as well as generate its own kicking pulse. Perfect as the center of your system or just being a part of it.

Pretty Mod right? Speaking of Mod, NiftyKEYZ’s modwheel can send constant voltage, allowing you to modulate like a mad person. Additionally, you can toggle the modwheel into LFO mode where now the modwheel will control the depth of clock-synced LFO with 5 fantastic user-selectable shapes.

We’ve only begun to scratch the surface. We haven’t even started to go on about the autochord, sequencing, expression I/O, velocity, and oh yea, there’s aftertouch too!!!!!'

https://patchwerks.com/
Demo by : Tom Butcher and Matthew Piecora
Video by: Matthew Piecora ( EZBOT) and Stephen Ly (Project 32)
https://www.ezbot.live"

The press release w/ specs:



Introducing NiftyKEYZ - Eurorack case and keyboard!

Tuesday, April 19th, 2022, Cre8audio introduced NiftyKEYZ a eurorack friendly, utility packed case with an integrated full-sized 49key synth-action MIDI controller keyboard.

NiftyKEYZ melds a utility packed eurorack format modular synthesizer case into a modern MIDI controller keyboard, enabling users to configure their own “dream synth” out of eurorack format components/modules.

Configure your keyz…

Designed to bring the fun and flexibility of the eurorack modular synthesizer format to keyboard instruments, NiftyKEYZ provides an ample canvass for users that want to get creative with synthesizer their own configurations & modular synthesis manifested in keyboard form.

Much more than a eurorack case with a MIDI controller attached to it, NiftyKEYZ sets out to redefine the idea of what a synthesizer keyboard can be.

NiftyKEYZ first and foremost offers keyboard & MIDI control over 4 CV + Gate outs. NiftyKEYZ’s MIDI implementation enables the use of each of its 4 CV + Gate outs as either a part of a fully patchable polyphonic instrument or on their own monophonically. Additionally, each voice can be split across multiple MIDI zones on the keyboard. For example, it is possible to create a 4 voice polyphonic instrument or a 3 voice instrument in part of the keyboard range, while splitting another voice into a monophonic instrument elsewhere. The possibilities just begin there.

NiftyKEYZ also has a plethora of powerful performance functions that add expressivity and flexibility. These include a multi-mode arpeggiator, multi-mode clock synced LFO, aftertouch, velocity, sustain/latch mode, internal clock, expression out, and much more. All of these performance features are tied to CV outs, providing an unprecedented amount of modulation and control possibilities. Adding dimensions of depth to instruments is easy.

NiftyKEYZ’s CV & audio capabilities don't end with its performance capabilities. Users will appreciate the integrated 2x buffered mults as well as the 2x outputs and headphone out with dedicated controls.

Beyond NiftyKEYZ’s modular synthesis capabilities, it is also a very capable USB and 5 pin Din MIDI controller and device. It can not only take midi in from computers and external MIDI devices but also send MIDI back out to control them. Use NiftyKEYZ to control software-based instruments, other MIDI instruments, and/or let it be sequenced from DAWs, MIDI controllers, and sequencers. It's all possible!

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Sun Grazer

video upload by ThorF

"Ambient piece I just recorded. #modularsynth #eurorack"

New AIR Music Solina, Odyssey, BASSLINE, Mellotron, HYPE, ELECTRIC, TubeSynth Plugins

[Note: The Solina, Odyssey, and Mellotron were featured in the Akai FORCE Features Update 3.1. WayOutWare goes way back as the producers of some of the earliest and best ARP emulation software.]

Playlist:
AIR Solina - Strings Evolved
AIR & WayOutWare Odyssey - Take a Journey Into Sound
AIR BASSLINE - VACCUM EVOLVED
AIR Mellotron - Our Homage to the Original Sampler
AIR HYPE - NEXT GEN SYNTH
AIR ELECTRIC - YOUR NEW REFERENCE ELECTRIC PIANO
TubeSynth - THE NEXT GENERATION OF POLY-SYNTHESIS

The press release follows:

"AIR TECH Music and Plugivery Distribution proudly announce their partnership to introduce SEVEN new and inspiring AIR Music Technology virtual instruments to the audio community.

These new products will be available through pro audio resellers worldwide from Tuesday April 5th, 2022 with a -50% introductory promotion.

Introductory Promo Prices: https://www.kvraudio.com/developer/air-music-technology

Solina: $59 (Reg. $119).
Odyssey: $79 (Reg. $149).
Bassline: $29 (Reg. $89).
Mellotron: $59 (Reg. $119).
Hype: $79 (Reg. $149).
Electric: $29 (Reg. $89).
Tube Synth: $29 (Reg. $89).

Award wining Virtual Instrument development company, AIR Music Technology and Audio Software Distribution Service Plugivery are proud to announce that they have joined forces to announce the release of not ONE but SEVEN new inspiring Virtual Instruments.

Based in Germany, AIR Music Technology started as Wizoo Sound Design, one of the earliest pioneers in virtual instrument technology. The AIR team is responsible for the core of much of the effects and instrument offerings in Avid’s Pro Tools® and Akai Professionals MPC software/OS.

Leveraging this history of excellence, AIR is back in a big way for 2022. The new range of virtual instrument plug-ins results from nearly five years of development drawn from twenty years of experience and creating exciting new soft-synths.

The 7 new plug-ins support VST, VST 3, AU and AXX formats and also operate as standalone desktop software for "Plug and Play" performance with any midi controller.

Note: All these NEW products do not support/require the use of iLok. Instead, AIR has developed a convenient login based system to authorize the following brand new plug-ins :

SOLINA - Strings Evolved

The AIR Solina Plugin is based on the Iconic classic 6-timbre polyphonic keyboard instrument featuring Contrabass, Cello, Viola, Violin, Trumpet and Horn selections with independent volume, pan and pitch control. Combine them for a massive sonic experience to liven up even the most thrilling music production.

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Elektron: New Sounds. From A New Place.

video upload by Elektron

"Lend us your ears. Hear what’s inside the box. Explore its streets.
Tune in at dublab radio, and play back forevermore: https://bit.ly/3xErEu6"

Update: From the link: Note the "All tracks produced exclusively on …".  This is a teaser for a new product.  Could be the upcoming SYNTAKT, sent in via Soviet Space Child.

Lend us your ears for slices from an unseen sonic metropolis.
TRACKLIST:
Arkajo – Hyperspace Café
Jimmy Myhrman – Distortion Safari
Joel Lundberg – Kee-RAUT
Lady Starlight – T82
Elin Piel – Vatten
Yann Tiersen – The Transdimensional Express
Baseck – The Enchiridion
The Album Leaf – Opus
All tracks produced exclusively on …

Elektron Analog Four | Tasty Aftertouch

video upload by Mamotreco

"Checking out how some Elektron Analog Four synth sounds are affected by aftertouch. From bass to lead, these 4 examples show how Analog Four synthesizer presets have added expressivity thanks to the Analog Four being able to respond to aftertouch.

In this case, Analog Four is being played with an external controller (Push 2) capable of sending Aftertouch data over MIDI. You will also see aftertouch being used in conjunction with the Mod strip to maximize the expressivity available at the player's fingertips.

Current channel music compilation: https://mamotreco.bandcamp.com
Previous music releases available here: https://synthandsundry.bandcamp.com"

TEST SERIES Ieaskul F. Mobenthey Erica Synths Matrix Mixer Ciat Lonbarde Eurorack Sound Design

video upload by Outsider Sound Design

"Abstract sound design with Ieaskul F. Mobenthey eurorack modules and Erica Synths Matrix Mixer.

The purpose of 'TEST SERIES' is to focus on the sound design possibilities of various gear combinations. This series is not musical nor does it serve as an instructional video. It is all about sound potential.

Please consider supporting this channel by purchasing a sample pack or music download from www.outsidersounddesign.com"

Exploring a Hydrasynth Patch Evolution with Dominic Au

video upload by ASM Ashun Sound Machines

"In this video, Dominic Au plays with a single patch on the Hydrasynth Explorer in one take. Everything you hear was generated by the Hydrasynth in real-time."

Update:

Making of Exploring a Hydrasynth Patch Evolution with Dominic Au

video upload by ASM Ashun Sound Machines

"Dominic Au breaks down the patch used in 'Exploring a Hydrasynth Patch Evolution'.


Patch download:
https://www.mecldata.com/download/asm...
Cheat-sheet download:
https://www.mecldata.com/download/asm...

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:18 Voice
02:27 Sounds Separation & Design
09:17 Mixing
11:15 Key & Chords
13:31 Mods & Macros
19:01 Perform Techniques
22:25 Outro"

AQUA 無限水 / KITARO 喜多郎 COVER

video upload by ltpstan

"AQUA, another good piece to demonstrate Kitaro's signature sound from the miniKORG 700S/FS.

Inspiration came from the recent live recording of Kitaro. One of the thoughts and observations is that, AQUA has been in played many times live by Kitaro since the 1980s. Possibly, it is one of the pieces Kitaro likes performing.

One of the feelings I have noticed is that, AQUA has alot of mysterious elements, in a way of the chord progression. It is also one of the Kitaro pieces that allows much more emotional expressiveness through the melodies.

The initial release from 'Oasis' album has a rather straight tone but over the years of re-covers by Kitaro, this song has evolved to become more expressive than the first initial release.

In this cover, I chose the 'Harp' sound and the Squar-ish sound from different variations of AQUA. Keeping some of the familiar melodies of AQUA with variation and improvisation. improvisation is something I try to always work on.

Today's playing had a few dexterity issues."