MATRIXSYNTH

a derelict pool by the motorway | a photowalk

video upload by Mamotreco

"I took my trusty Canon EOS 30D with my less trusty Canon EF-S 17-55mm ƒ2.8 IS USM zoom on an early morning walk where I came upon a derelict swimming pool basking in quiet oblivion stuck between the corporate towers and the motorway.
#photowalks #madrid #earlymorning
I wrote the music for this video.
Check out more of my music and photography here:
https://mamotreco.com"

Novation Peak geeking around

video upload by James Dyson

This is one of those videos where you won't hear much change until you jump around with the player controls. It's an interesting stroll through various wavetable waveforms, including live editing via the software editor. It will give you an idea of some of the textures capable on the Peak and Summit including the use of various effects and filter. You can zoom in on the Peak display to see some of the edits being made.

"Deep Space" (Vangelis Tribute, original Space Ambient music with Oberheim OBX8 M and Roland A50)

video upload by Phil and the Synths

"It's already more than two years that Vangelis left us! RIP!
This tribute was entirely created using the Oberheim OBX8 desktop, controlled using the Roland A50 with polyphonic aftertouch !
Custom sounds were used.
External effects (Shimmer and Delay) were provided using the Eventide H90.
Images were from Storyblocks.

Headphone recommended"

ESK - Soundscape Improvisation 2

video upload by Metunar

"Second soundscape improvisation with an Erica Synths Bullfrog (analog synth with delay), Tasty Chips GR-1 (granular synth) and the Akai MPC X for effects only.
All recorded live, with post mastering."

http://www.metunar.ch

NTS-3 Kaoss Pad Overview: Ultimate DIY Effects Unit

video upload by Korg

Presented by supporting member, EZBOT. Check out his Patreon for additional resources: https://www.patreon.com/ezbot.

"NTS-3 Kaoss Pad is a deeply customizable and versatile effects unit featuring the iconic Kaoss XY touch pad interface. This compact DIY kit allows you to play up to four effects simultaneously, arranged any way you want. With 100 included presets, 100 user slots, and 35 different effects, it offers deep editing options and multiple routing possibilities to bring your performances to life with precision. Not only can you build your own unique effects directly on the unit, but you can also download and edit effects from your computer using the Korg Kontrol Editor. Plus, with the open-source logueSDK, you can develop entirely new effects and download creations from other users, ensuring an unlimited array of effects and endless fun. Ideal for on-the-go musicians looking for dynamic and great-sounding effects, the NTS-3 Kaoss Pad combines innovation and portability with easy assembly for a truly fun and musical experience. Let's dive into it!"

Chapters:
00:00 Opening Demonstration
00:57 What Is The Nu:Tekt NTS-3 kaoss pad
02:14 Touch Interface
02:42 Great For Guitars
03:04 Tempo and Sync
03:25 Preset Hold
03:44 Effects Hold
04:08 Making A Preset
05:14 Global Parameters
05:25 Audio Demonstrations

Erica Synths - Hexinverter Mutant Rimshot

video upload by Erica Synths

"The Mutant Rimshot is a fully analog rimshot and clave generator inspired by the rimshot found in the legendary 909 drum machine; a triple bridged-T oscillator coupled with a state variable filter. The clave sound (not a feature of the original 909 rimshot) is achieved by using just one of the oscillators. Redesigned by Erica Synths in close collaboration with Hexinverter.

Timeline:

00:00 - Jam 1 / 4x Rimshot modules mixed with the Hot Glue. No external FX
01:01 - Take 1 / Going through different modes, adding noise to VCF in
02:27 - Take 2 / FM radio into VCF in, Rimshot is triggered with the first LFO of the Modulator and CVF is modulated with the second LFO output
03:08 - Take 3 / Rimshot with VCF in Hi-Pass mode triggered and modulated with the Modulator
04:15 - Jam 2 / 4x Rimshot modules mixed with the Hot Glue. No external FX
04:57 - Take 4 / Another take with FM radio on the Rimshot VCF in
06:04 - Jam 3 / 4x Rimshot modules mixed with the Hot Glue. With some reverb form the Black Hole DSO on 2nd ant 4th rimshot"

"The Mutant Rimshot is an analog rimshot and clave percussion synthesis module inspired by analog drum machines of the past. Like the other Mutant Drums, the Rimshot is capable of going above and beyond vanilla sounds. Expressive CV options, an external input and a multi-mode analog filter let you create unique percussion sounds in your modular synthesizer.

Features:

Three oscillator modes

Rimshot HI mode brings classic rimshot sounds
Rimshot LO gives a lower pitch range; try playing with the filter on this setting to get low tom and kickdrum sounds.
CLV (Clave) mode uses just one of the oscillators to give you a brighter, higher percussive sound.
A switch on the back lets you select between original and extended pitch modes. Original mode can give you rimshots exactly modelling that of classic machines (in Hi mode), whereas extended mode gives a wider range of pitch, at the expense of classic accuracy.
Three filter modes
Use the lowpass or highpass filter modes for classic sounding rimshots
Highpass and bandpass can give a wider range of clave and rimshot sounds, as well as completely different percussive elements (especially when turning the resonance up!)

VCF IN lets you blend the clave or rimshot with other sounds. Try adding some filtered noise for a more acoustic sounding rimshot, or for pseudo-snare type sounds.
Novel decay and filter mod controls
The MOD DECAY envelope controls the decay of the VCA envelope
The VCF MOD attenuverter allows you to modulate the filter cutoff with the MOD DECAY envelope
Alternatively, a switch on the back lets you modulate the filter cutoff with the pitch-controlled internal VCO, for filter FM style percussive hits."

Behringer MS-5 Synthesizer User Review [Demo 01]

video upload by gstormelectro

"Audio + Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2024

Today I am giving a user review of the new Behringer MS-5. My personal thoughts and opinions. I bought this synth with my own money. So nobody has input into what I'm posting here today. The MS-5 is touted as a faithful reproduction of the Roland SH-5 all-analog circuitry. With a touch of some modern feature additions. While I have tried a friend's original SH-5, this is not a comparison to the original. Nor is this an exhaustive how-to, nor covering all features.
Is the MS-5 right for you?
What makes the MS-5 stand out from other synths?
Is the MS-5 a good value for the money?
Can I recommend the MS-5 to others?

0:00 Introduction and Brief Overview
1:03 Build Quality
3:09 Demo
3:34 Features, Sound and Quirky Design Oddities
7:51 Demo
8:08 Computer and MIDI Interconnectivity
9:18 Final Thoughts"

G-Storm Electro:
MUSIC https://gstormelectro.bandcamp.com/
BLOG http://gstormelectronica.blogspot.com/
LISTEN/DOWNLOAD http://soundcloud.com/gstormelectro
REVERB http://reverb.com/shop/gstormelectro