Oberheim Xpander Review

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
video upload by K’s Music Lounge

"Trying my hand at Trogly-style review of a classic synth that is not getting the respect and recognition it deserves - which I am hoping to change, one view of this video at a time."

0:00 Intro
0:38 A bit of history
1:38 complexity of analog poly synths
3:12 pointless noodling on the xpander
4:21 modular under the hood
6:53 multi mode = 6 independent mono synths
7:44 a closer look at the unit
7:56 tuning routine
9:49 US vs Japan models
10:43 power supply
11:43 conclusion
12:46 outro

via this auction

"It is the US version. The PSU is recapped, running silently and ensuring problem-free operation for the next few decades to come.

All tuning tests pass, you can see in the video [abvove].

Optically, it is in collector’s grade condition, very few and very minor blemishes on the side panels, no scrateches or dings on the front panel - again this can be seen in great detail in the video."

CLICK FOR MORE »

Quasimidi Rave-O-Lution 309 (1996)

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.
video upload by vendeleme1

via this auction

Note the video above is from a year ago. No mention if it's the one for sale from the listing description:

1996 groovebox with seperate kick, snare, high hat, percussion and synth voices.

Each voice has selectable sounds and the ability to save 128 variations of each voice to quickly scroll through with the ‘sound’ knob.

Has 2 fx channels for reverb/delay and flanger/chorus.

Has both the audio in/out expansion and the drum sample expansion. Doesn’t have the synth expansion.

Sounds great and is fun and immediate despite its quirks and menu-diving.

In great condition with 240V power supply and all knobs/encoders/switches working.

Has the 'Prodigy - Voodoo People' Pattern"

CLICK FOR MORE »

EMS Synthi AKS synthesizer + mods

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

CLICK FOR MORE »

Roland Jupiter 6 61-Key Synthesizer with Europa Mod SN 343718

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

"Great condition for a near 40 year old synthesizer. Has the europa mod installed."

CLICK FOR MORE »

1974 Moog Minimoog Model D

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

"1974 Model D (old oscillators) in excellent playing condition and very good cosmetic condition. Sounds amazing and plays like it’s new."

CLICK FOR MORE »

VINTAGE PAIA 3740 GNOME ANALOG MICRO TOUCH RIBBON SYNTHESIZER w/ Original Box & Docs

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

CLICK FOR MORE »

Casio VL-1 VL-TONE w/ Original Box, Docs, & Batteries

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

"This Casio appears to have never been used. When I opened one end to inspect the original batteries were still there, although they are starting to corrode. There is a spot of corrosion on inside of box but it's not liked they leaked all over. Everything is still in plastic and looks new. The casio is mint unused condition. I did run test it briefly to make sure everything is good and it is. The box looks nice but does have a little storage wear."

CLICK FOR MORE »

Waldorf Microwave XT Rack mount Wavetable Synthesizer SN 830726159

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

CLICK FOR MORE »

Hadewig's Eurorack Mix

video uploads by Hadewig

Serge Modular Paperface 2.0 - Drone session

video upload by Serge Modular | Random*Source

"Exploring the darker side of the new Serge Paperface easel - Serge's 2022 redesign of the original 1st generation Serge synthesizer from 1973. Single take recording, no reverb or effects added.

The Paperface Anniversary system is a standalone, externally powered, authentic Serge synthesizer.

Panel 1 (Sequencer):
Serge Gate Sequencer
Enhanced SQP4 Sequencer / Programmer with UP/DOWN, HOLD
Serge Metronomic Clock
Bidirectional Router
Enhanced SQP4 Sequencer / Programmer with UP/DOWN, HOLD
Peak & Trough

Panel 2 (Voice):
Serge Vintage Oscillator 2022, temperature-compensated, 1V/Oct
Serge Vintage Oscillator+ 2022, temperature-compensated, 1V/Oct, with PULSE and PWM
Serge Noise
Smooth & Stepped Generator (SSG)
Dual CV-Pro
Triple Waveshaper (TWS)
Serge 1973 VCF + Balanced Output"